The Great Ruler

While the black pellet hovered before everyone, it emanated a terrifying bloodline aura. Just a sniff could cause the blood in their bodies to boil.

Looking at this black crimson pellet, not only was Mu Chen’s gaze blazing with fire, it was the same for Kong Ling’er and company as well. Their bodies were trembling with excitement.

The emotions lasted for a long time before everyone gradually recovered and Mu Chen smiled. “Let us divide it according to what we’ve agreed. Any objections?”

Hearing his words, Kong Ling’er and company instantly felt heartache. After all, it was a division to four sides, and the bloodline aura contained within it could allow them to break through into the Immortal Heavenly Sovereign Realm.

Although they were feeling heartache, they did not go against their agreement after witnessing Mu Chen’s terrifying strength and nodded their heads.

Seeing their response, Mu Chen wasn’t polite and his hands formed seals. A Spiritual Energy vortex was created, causing the pellet to tremble before a massive current flowed into the vortex.

Kong Ling’er and company had also made a move to extract the bloodline aura.

It lasted for an incense’s time before they gradually came to a stop and they looked at the pellet before them.

On the other hand, Mu Chen’s pellet was stronger than the three of them.

“Truly, a Quasi-Saint Peak Blood Essence, the bloodline aura is beyond my expectations.” Mu Chen looked at this pellet and sighed. With 40% of the pellet, he could guarantee Nine Nether’s evolution.

“Haha, Brother Mu, we’ll take our leave now, since our objective has been accomplished.” Kong Ling’er waved her hand after she stored her potion of pellet. Smiling at Mu Chen, she did not stay anymore and turned into a streak of light that flew out.

Lin Cang and Xiao Tian also looked at Mu Chen with their gazes flickering before they immediately followed after her.

Seeing the three of them swiftly leaving, Nine Nether turned to Mu Chen. “I’m afraid that those three don’t have any good intentions. Are we going to leave now, too?”

With a smile on his face, Mu Chen looked at the direction that the three of them left in and replied, “No need, we’ll wait here.”

“Wait?” Nine Nether was stunned.

...

While Lin Cang and Xiao Tian closely followed behind Kong Ling’er, they cast a glance towards the rear and transmitted their voices, “Are we really going to let them take 40%?”

With a calm expression, Kong Ling’er replied, “You guys can go if you’re confident in taking him down.”

Lin Cang and Xiao Tian were briefly stunned. They were shocked by Mu Chen’s ability. They didn’t have the confidence to snatch the pellet from him.

However, they weren’t willing to leave the bigger share for Mu Chen.

“You two fools are too greedy. Sooner or later, you will fall because of your greed.” Kong Ling’er snorted before her gaze flickered. “We will leave this place first, then I will destroy the Spiritual Void Array. At that time, Huang Xuanzhi will be released, and he will surely sense the pellet in Mu Chen’s hand. The two of them will be in a fierce battle, and we will wait for the two of them to be injured before taking the pellet from them.”

Lin Cang and Xiao Tian were instantly rejoicing. They never expected that Kong Ling’er would have such a trick in mind.

“That’s the best. Let Mu Chen and Huang Xuanzhi fight amongst themselves before we make our moves and let them know who will laugh in the end!” The two of them roared with laughter.

Kong Ling’er also had a pleasing smile. ‘So what if Mu Chen and Huang Xuanzhi are absolute geniuses? They will still fall in my hands in the end.’

But when she smiled, a clap suddenly rang out from ahead of them and they were instantly shocked. They immediately raised their heads and saw the space before them distorting before a silhouette appeared. It was Huang Xuanzhi, he had broken through the imprisonment!

“What a nice scheme.” Huang Xuanzhi stood with his hands behind his back as he looked at the three of them.

“Huang Xuanzhi! How did you escape?!” Kong Ling’er spoke with disbelief and a pale expression.

“I didn’t escape. That Spiritual Array was truly a little troublesome, even I wouldn’t be able to escape if I fall in it.” Huang Xuanzhi smiled as he continued, “But it’s a pity that I wasn’t trapped to begin with. It was only a Spiritual Energy clone of mine.”

“What?!” Kong Ling’er and company’s eyes squinted. The Spiritual Array that they had spent so much time on only captured a Spiritual Energy clone of Huang Xuanzhi?!

“That Spiritual Energy clone isn’t as simple as you guys have imagined. It was created with my blood essence and feathers, so it has 50% of my strength.” Huang Xuanzhi smiled, which made Kong Ling’er and company feel a chill down their spines.

Kong Ling’er and company were pale. They finally understood the gap between them and Huang Xuanzhi. Immediately, they exploded with Spiritual Energy and wanted to charge out of the Deification Pool.

As long as they exited the Deification Pool, Huang Xuanzhi wouldn’t be able to make a move against them any longer.

“Haha, I’ve waited for so long, so how can I allow the three of you to escape?” Huang Xuanzhi smiled. In the next instant, golden light exploded and a massive golden phoenix soared out, brandishing its wings towards Kong Ling’er and company.

...

Deep in the emerald ocean, Spiritual Energy had formed into a barrier around Mu Chen, keeping the ocean water out. He was sitting at the bottom of the ocean and was gently holding onto the pellet while looking at the distance with his eyes flickering.

“What are we doing here?” Nine Nether felt depressed, since Mu Chen wasn’t willing to give her the pellet. On the contrary, he just sat there.

“We’re waiting for Huang Xuanzhi.” Mu Chen stretched his waist.

“Ah?” Nine Nether was shocked before she immediately asked, “Didn’t the Spiritual Array trap him?”

Mu Chen smiled. “That should just be a Spiritual Energy clone of his. That fellow is too cunning, and he did this to make Kong Ling’er and company pay the price to strengthen the Peak Blood Essence. In this manner, he won’t have to do anything and wait.”

Nine Nether knitted her brows. Wouldn’t that mean that they’ve fallen for Huang Xuanzhi’s trap?

“If I’ve guessed correctly, he should be dealing with Kong Ling’er and company now.” Mu Chen smiled.

“Then, shouldn’t we leave now?” Nine Nether asked.

“Why should we?” Mu Chen smiled as he tossed the pellet over to Nine Nether. “This pellet can help you accomplish your evolution. As for me, my eyes are on the remaining 60%.

“Huang Xuanzhi wants to intercept the profits, so how am I not the same? After he’s obtained the 60%, he will come looking for me.”

Nine Nether widened her mouth. Everyone else was thinking of hiding from Huang Xuanzhi. However, this fellow actually wanted Huang Xuanzhi to obtain 60% for him before he made a move...

However, she had to admit that Mu Chen was truly charming for being able to maintain his composure while facing the threat of Huang Xuanzhi.

She finally understood that Mu Chen was no longer weak, like he was in the past. The current him had fame that resounded throughout the Great Thousand World and was comparable to those geniuses.

“Okay then, it will depend on you if we can obtain a great harvest or loss!” Nine Nether’s lips rose.

If they obtained a great harvest, they would be able to get the complete pellet. If they lose, then they would have to hand over the 40%, and Nine Nether’s Undying Bird’s Bloodline would be in danger.

With a smile, Mu Chen closed his eyes, as if he had fallen asleep.

Nine Nether did not bother him, but looked at the pellet in her hand.

The silence lasted for an incense’s time before Mu Chen slowly opened his eyes and looked up ahead. “He’s here.”

When Nine Nether heard his words, her body tensed up.

Along with Mu Chen’s voice, the ocean before them fluctuated and a silhouette appeared, before casually throwing three silhouettes away.

The three of them were naturally Kong Ling’er and company. However, their faces were pale and they’ve suffered heavy injuries.

After throwing the three of them, Huang Xuanzhi’s gaze fell on Mu Chen and he smiled. “As I’ve expected, you did not run.”

“Why should I run since someone is giving me gifts?” Mu Chen stretched his waist.

“Interesting...” Huang Xuanzhi laughed, but his golden pupils had no smiling emotions. “You’re treating me like someone who sends gifts? How interesting.

“If you hand your pellet over and allow me to extract her Undying Bird’s Bloodline, I can allow you to leave.” Huang Xuanzhi said as he looked at Mu Chen. “Otherwise, your fame will only become my stepping stone.”

Standing up, Mu Chen smiled at Huang Xuanzhi. “You’re speaking too much nonsense. I’m afraid that you, Huang Xuanzhi, aren’t qualified to extract Nine Nether’s bloodline before me.”

Nodding his head, Huang Xuanzhi’s expression turned indifferent with a golden light flickering in his eyes. “What a pity, then. Since that’s the case... then I can only cripple you.”