Chapter 683: Chapter 693: Look at with New Eyes
Chu Feng blended into the crowd, maintaining a remarkably low profile. At his waist hung a beast-skin pouch, punched with many holes, appearing plump.
Inside was neither a magical treasure nor a hidden weapon.
But the ten Yin Yang Ant Queens he had cultivated by hand.
The journey to the Gate of Hell was full of unpredictable dangers, and having them with him could possibly be useful at a critical moment.
After advancing in rank, the Yin Yang Ants might not be invincible, but they certainly presented no problems in dealing with common poisonous insects.
"According to the intelligence sent back by the Sect’s scouts, the Treasure Light above the Gate of Hell has begun to dim, and the celebratory clouds forming are becoming denser. It is estimated that the exotic treasure will emerge soon."
The voice of Si Huang was cold, yet very pleasant to the ear.
The listeners tensed up, knowing if they arrived too late, all would be for naught.
"We are more than sixty thousand li away from the Gate of Hell. Even a Sword God level powerhouse, flying day and night non-stop, would take six days to reach there. For this trip to reach as quickly as possible, we need to take an unopened route. It is expected that we will not escape various demon beast attacks, so everyone should keep up and not fall behind."
Si Huang concisely explained the travel plans.
The Demon Sea Fierce Land, being adjacent to the Ancestral Demon Sea, is crisscrossed by many rivers flowing from it into the Ancestral Demon Sea.
Hence, the demon beasts of the sea moved upstream, gradually settling on this lush and primal Fierce Land.
This also rendered the Demon Sea Fierce Land increasingly perilous.
Each year, countless merchants and adventurers perish within the Demon Sea Fierce Land, including not a few Sword God level powerhouses.
Humans are formidable, but so are demons.
Among spiritual beasts, those of Beast King Level are equivalent to Sword Saint level human powerhouses. A Little Demon is on a par with a human Sword God level powerhouse.
The last time Chu Feng and his group ventured across the Demon Sea Fierce Land, they encountered two Little Demons.
It was a narrow escape from death.
Two years had passed, and unexpectedly, they had to traverse this extremely dangerous Fierce Land once again.
Si Huang’s chill and proud gaze swept over everyone behind her, pausing for a slight moment as her eyes passed over Chu Feng.
"Among you, there are differences in cultivation and disparities in strength! I hope everyone can assist each other – those with higher cultivation and stronger abilities should aid those who are weaker. Only through unity can we successfully complete the mission entrusted to us by the Sect."
No sooner had Si Huang’s words fallen than Elder Zi Xu and others around Chu Feng showed ambiguous expressions.
As the rumors had said, Si Huang was the leader of this mission, and before they even set out, she had already begun to take care of Chu Feng.
The one with a weaker cultivation, wasn’t that referring to Chu Feng?
Her overt call for everyone to help Chu Feng and ensure he doesn’t fall behind, so as to avoid any danger, speaks clearly.
"Bitch!" Han Sheng’s eyes shot out an ice-cold glare, his face turning terribly gloomy.
He had painstakingly pursued Si Huang for many years without success. Yet, within less than two years of Chu Feng entering the Sect, he had seemingly won Si Huang’s affection.
How could he not feel jealousy burning, and indignant to the extreme?
"Depart!"
Si Huang’s gaze never lingered on Han Sheng, nor did she care about the displeasure on his face. At her command, she directly brought out a Heavenly Divine Weapon level Treasure Sword and stepped onto it.
Whoosh!
Her figure instantly vanished a thousand meters away.
Sword God level powerhouses are capable of maneuvering Flying Swords, taking heads from a thousand meters away – this is no exaggeration but reality.
Dongxue, Chunhua, and the other four women were also strong. They too used Sword Flight, closely following behind Si Huang.
"Junior Brother Chu, if your Sword Qi is insufficient, and you’re unable to maintain flight, just call out. We’ll take turns carrying you," said Elder Zi Xu with a smile.
Sword Flight is indeed a great test of one’s depth of Sword Qi.
Chu Feng only had Late Stage Sword Saint cultivation, and in their eyes, his Sword Qi was definitely incomparable to that of a Sword God.
"Good!"
Chu Feng did not bother explaining much; he summoned a Low-grade Divine Weapon and took to Sword Flight.
Having cultivated the Chaotic Unlimited Skill, a strand of his Sword Qi was worth two or even three strands of others’. Plus, with the innate Nine Yang Sword Veins, his Sword Qi storage capacity was also far greater than his peers.
It was certain that by then, he would definitely amaze those who had underestimated him.
A line of more than two hundred people transformed into streaks of sword light, darting through the skies within the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country.
The Ten Thousand Sword Sect and the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country were essentially allies.
Sect disciples indeed enjoyed quite some privileges within the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country.
Divine Martial Continent had countless kingdoms and empires, but there were only four Heavenly Countries—Azure Dragon Heavenly Kingdom, Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country, Xuanwu Heavenly Kingdom, and Divine Baihu Kingdom.
Among them, the top-ranking Azure Dragon Heavenly Kingdom was presently in the control of Panlong Heavenly Emperor.
Within the territory of each Heavenly Country, there was always at least one major Sect power present.
It was somewhat similar to a country’s religion.
The Ten Thousand Sword Sect did not interfere with the politics of Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country, but when the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country was in trouble, the Sect would send masters to assist in the defense.
In return, the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country would also extend the greatest convenience to the Ten Thousand Sword Sect.
For instance, when the Ten Thousand Sword Sect recruited new disciples every year, various departments of the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country would issue mobilization orders.
Chu Feng had not been a Sword Saint for long and was not especially familiar with Sword Flight. This was the perfect opportunity for practice.
He stood on the Divine Weapon, constantly channeling Sword Qi into it to control its flight in the sky while also maintaining his balance to prevent falling off.
For Chu Feng, a novice, this was far from easy.
Especially when controlling the Flying Sword to ascend to high altitudes, the experience became even more terrifying. The environment one had to face was also more complex.
The high-altitude winds were fiercer, and upon occasionally entering rainy regions, one had to withstand the assault of the rain.
If one encountered thunder, an immediate descent was necessary.
Otherwise, it was very easy to be struck by lightning.
All along the way, Chu Feng always followed closely behind Elder Zi Xu and the others without falling behind. There was no sign of depleting Sword Qi.
At first, Elder Zi Xu would often look back to check on Chu Feng’s condition.
Later on, he would only look back after much longer intervals.
Unknowingly, they had been flying in the sky for an entire day. For those at Sword Saint Level or above, it was entirely possible to swallow the purple morning Qi and the evening glow without the need for food.
However, there were also some Sword Cultivators who, with a fondness for the pleasures of taste, maintained the habit of eating.
Like Qiu Jizi, who especially loved to drink.
Without alcohol for a day, he would feel uneasy all over.
After flying for an entire day, some Sword Gods with lower cultivation began to falter gradually.
They needed assistance from others to continue flying together, or they would take out Spirit Stones to absorb energy while on the move, quickly replenishing their depleted Sword Essence.
"Chu Feng, you can still hold on?" Elder Zi Xu felt very surprised.
Not just Elder Zi Xu; You Hu and others also looked at Chu Feng with newfound respect.
At this point, they realized that they seemed to have underestimated their Junior Brother Chu.