Chapter 466: The Remnant Soul of the Yellow Springs Demon Saint

Chapter 466: The Remnant Soul of the Yellow Springs Demon Saint

This world was peculiar. The thunder in the sky seemed never-ending, like a raging dragon roaring, with thunderclaps echoing throughout. Xiao Ze checked his own power, confirming he could still tap into the Source Tree, and felt reassured as he flew deeper into this strange world.

As Xiao Ze moved, the thunder in the sky seemed drawn to him, falling towards him in a barrage. It was as if Xiao Ze was the enemy of this entire realm. He glanced at the falling thunder and smiled slightly.

"Thunder? This suits me just fine."

Though his soul realm hadn't reached the peak of the Heavenly Realm, his soul, nourished by the Source Tree, had become so solid it seemed almost like a living entity. Reaching this level typically required reaching the peak of the Heavenly Realm, but the Source Tree allowed Xiao Ze to achieve this effect prematurely, granting him strength comparable to a two-star Dou Saint.

So, the falling thunder didn't concern him. He formed a thread of silver and black lightning at his fingertip. As soon as this appeared, the falling thunder recoiled as if encountering a natural predator, avoiding Xiao Ze entirely.

Thunder, too, had grades. Ordinary silver lightning was like a mouse before a cat compared to the lightning at Xiao Ze's fingertip. Though not fully transformed into Black Magic Lightning, it carried some of its power, making the silver lightning retreat and even gather around him protectively, forming a shimmering silver shield.

Sensing the lightning aiding Xiao Ze, the world grew furious, summoning a layer of pale yellow mist and a powerful gust that tore through the sky towards him. Xiao Ze looked up, seeing a massive yellow finger descending.

This was a low-level Heavenly Skill, the Yellow Springs Finger.

Xiao Ze unleashed the silver-black lightning, followed by the silver lightning around him, meeting the giant finger head-on. The lightning surged, and despite the finger's might, it couldn't suppress the thunderous assault and eventually shattered, leaving only sparks.

Before Xiao Ze could react, the ground split open, and a huge palm struck at him. He had anticipated this, releasing a colossal bolt of silver and black lightning that clashed with the giant palm, shattering it.

After effortlessly neutralizing the mid-level Heavenly Skill, the Yellow Springs Palm, Xiao Ze calmly said, "Please, Yellow Springs Demon Saint, show yourself. You should know these tricks won't stop me."

Though Xiao Ze spoke normally, his soul power amplified his voice, echoing throughout the realm. The ground before him trembled, a mountain burst forth, rising rapidly, transforming into a peak. At the summit was a massive throne, where a figure in yellow robes sat, exuding a terrifying aura that made the world tremble.

"Junior Xiao Ze greets the Yellow Springs Demon Saint," Xiao Ze said, bowing respectfully. He came to seek the demon saint's legacy, hoping to avoid conflict.

The Yellow Springs Demon Saint gazed deeply at Xiao Ze's soul form, seeming to see through him to his physical body outside the monument. "Your talent is impressive, reaching one-star Dou Saint and late Heavenly Realm at such a young age. If you seek my legacy, there's no rush. Return and further refine your soul to the peak of the Heavenly Realm, and you will naturally pass my test."

Xiao Ze was stunned. In the original story, the demon saint and Xiao Yan fought immediately. Why was the demon saint advising him kindly? He seemed to appreciate Xiao Ze's talent, potentially seeing him as a worthy successor.

"Demon Saint, I came at the request of the Nine Nether Earth Python Clan's leader to attempt your test. I'm bound by my promise and can't retreat now. Please let me try," Xiao Ze said, maintaining his respectful tone.

The demon saint frowned, appreciating Xiao Ze's potential and not wanting to waste it. "Your soul talent is outstanding. Though still in the late Heavenly Realm, you possess the power of the peak. Leave now, train for a few more years, and you will easily pass."

"Thank you for your concern, but please allow me to try," Xiao Ze insisted.

The demon saint sighed. "Very well. Your soul strength may be sufficient. But remember, a test is a test. Even if I favor you, I will not hold back." He swiftly formed seals, emanating a dangerously powerful aura.

"The test is to withstand one Yellow Springs Fury. You feel its threat, right? This is your last chance to leave," the demon saint warned for the third time, clearly valuing Xiao Ze's potential.

Xiao Ze was moved but resolute. "Please proceed, Demon Saint. I have protective measures and will not be harmed even if I fail."

(Chapter ends)

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