Chapter 1330: God-swallowing Bug

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Were all Sword Keepers of the Pluto Sword Tomb, Martial Saint Canglan said. You should know why I took Zhu Qingyi away. I lost the Fentian Sword, so its my duty to take it back.

You wanting to take the Fentian Sword is your own matter, Zhang Ruochen said. But Zhu Qingyi is my prisoner. Of course, shes in your hands now, so you have the right not to return her to me.

Whoosh!

The Abyss Ancient Sword flew out, hovering before Zhang Ruochen. The densely packed sword-shaped Qi stood in organized rows, pointing at Martial Saint Canglan.

The two had faced enemies together before, so Zhang Ruochen gave her a chance to compromise. However, now they stood against each other. There was no need to be as polite as before.

The six Saintesses grew nervous too. To be honest, they didnt want Zhang Ruochen to become an enemy, let alone be in a kill or be killed situation.

Martial Saint Canglans eyes flashed. Hesitation filled her eyes. Zhang Ruochen, were not enemies. Why are you doing this?

Youre the one who attacked first, Zhang Ruochen said.

Okay, I can return Zhu Qingyi to you, but you must promise me that youll take me with you when going against Situ Fengcheng.

Martial Saint Canglan guessed Zhang Ruochens true motive, so she decided to negotiate with him early on.

You should at least show your sincerity if you want to work with me.

I already agreed to return the person, Martial Saint Canglan said. Isnt that sincere enough.

Apologize, Zhang Ruochen said coldly.

Martial Saint Canglan worked to suppress her anger. Your request is too much!

Is it too much? Weve fought together against enemies. If you were anyone else, I wouldnt waste so much time talking. I wouldnt give them another chance to work together either.

Martial Saint Canglan stared at Zhang Ruochen with her almond eyes, acting like she would eat him. She just wouldnt lower herself and apologize.

Qing Mo had been forced back by Martial Saint Canglan, but she wasnt hurt. She went back to Zhang Ruochens side and sent him a message.

Lord, shes the head of the Nine Heavenly Maidens. She has high authority and spirit. Who can make her bow her head, other than the Empress?

You think my request is too much as well? Zhang Ruochen asked.

Qing Mo nodded firmly. Its impossible to make her apologize, she said telepathically. We have many enemies right now. We shouldnt create more.

In the distance, Martial Saint Canglan took a deep breath. Clenching her white teeth, she said, Zhang Ruochen, you win. I will give in this time, but I wont repay you any other favors. Dont try to ask me for help if youre arrested by the imperial court.

Then Martial Saint Canglan walked to Zhang Ruochen. Eyes burning with fire, she threw Zhu Qingyi onto the ground. Turning her beautiful face, she stared at the wall on the right.

Im sorry. I shouldnt have attacked you secretly and taken your prisoner.

Qing Mo and the six Saintesses were all dumbfounded. They never wouldve guessed that Martial Saint Canglan would give in and apologize to Zhang Ruochen.

No one would believe this if news spread.

I dont see your sincerity, Zhang Ruochen said. I dont accept your apology.

Dont push me. Were so close right now. Do you think I cant capture you now and turn you into a prisoner too?

Martial Saint Canglan clenched her fists and bit her teeth. Her body seemed to burn like a furnace.

Right now, she was only three steps away from Zhang Ruochen. This was no distance for a Saint. If she really tried, she was confident in capturing Zhang Ruochen.

You might not be able to capture me, no matter how close.

Zhang Ruochen was even more confident. Showing no fear, he instead took three steps forward.

The two were even closer now. They were only a fist away. The curves on Martial Saint Canglans chest were almost pressed against Zhang Ruochen.

Neither of them stepped back. They both had sharp personalities.

Qing Mo and the six Saintesses held their breath, staring closely at the two. They had a feeling that a huge battle was imminent.

The two were at a stalemate for a long while. Martial Saint Canglans eyes hardened. She seemed to be considering something.

In the end, she didnt take the risk. Collecting the flames outside her body, she said, The human race has problems both inside and out. Its not the time for more internal conflicts. We should work together and face out. Im sorry. I indeed acted wrongly this time. After all, we once faced mutual enemies. I shouldnt have attacked secretly no matter what. Even if we fight, we should do it face-to-face.

Zhang Ruochen turned around and walked toward the formation shield. If this happens again, I wont forgive you.

From childhood to now, Martial Saint Canglan had always crushed everyone around her with her powerful abilities. She never submitted to anyone, including her brother, who was first on the Five Heroes List.

Today, because of various reasons, she was suppressed for the first time. For the first time ever, she was forced to lower herself. She obviously wasnt happy about this.

Zhang Ruochen, you bastard. When I get the Fentian Sword back, Ill definitely defeat you in front of everyone, so youll know how powerful the head of the Nine Heavenly Maidens is.

Martial Saint Canglan felt wronged and a bit regretful. She felt that her behavior earlier had been too embarrassing. She shouldve acted decisively and fought thousands of rounds with him, punching his arrogant face into a swollen pulp.

Zhang Ruochen didnt feel any pride, but Martial Saint Canglan thought he did. She grew angry at the very thought.

The six Saintesses felt the Martial Saints anger. Right now, she was like a furious dragon. Everyone stayed away from her, not daring to speak to her.

Zhang Ruochen used spatial power to create a spatial crack and cut down at the formation shield.

Whoosh!

A three-foot-wide hole opened up in the formation. After the spatial crack closed, the formations hole was also closing quickly. Everyone hurriedly used their fastest techniques to dart in.

After entering the formation, the Spiritual Qi in the air multiplied. Lightning flashed in the sky. Spiritual Qi condensed into liquid and fell down like light rain.

Spiritual Qi turning into rain? This is too dramatic! a Saintess cried out. Even the Spiritual Qi in the Central Emperor City isnt so heavy.

I can have a breakthrough quickly if I cultivate here.

After entering the formation, the Universe Spiritual Map in Zhang Ruochens Sea of Qi started getting antsy. There was a string of cracks. A dozen cracks opened up on the scroll.

Boom.

Chaotic Qi poured out with even more menacing force. The Universe Spiritual Map was close to crumbling.

How did these changes occur to the Universe Spiritual Map? Zhang Ruochen was shocked inwardly.

Be careful underfoot.

Martial Saint Canglan grabbed her saintly sword and stabbed down, hitting the side of a Saintess right foot.

Boom.

A blue firebug crawled out of the dirt and was gnawing on her foot. After getting hit, it sank back underground.

Martial Saint Canglan collected her sword. Looking at the tip, her expression grew solemn. It didnt die. What kind of insect is this?

Whoosh!

Another blue firebug flew out from another direction and bit a Saintess left hand. With a spark, the Saintess entire arm was ignited with blue fire. The flames spread toward her shoulder and head.

Crack!

Zhang Ruochen waved his sword and cut off her arm. The Saintess cried out in a low voice as blood flowed out of her shoulder. She stumbled back and hid behind Martial Saint Canglan.

What are you doing? Martial Saint Canglan demanded.

Zhang Ruochen didnt reply. He just stared at the broken arm on the ground. It had already been burned to ashes.

Martial Saint Canglan finally understood what was happening. Gasping, her expression grew more uncomfortable.

The Saintess that Zhang Ruochen had cut the arm off of was extremely pale. She realized that shed just been saved from death.

Is it the legendary God-swallowing Bug? Zhang Ruochens facial muscles were pulled taut to the extreme. This isnt a place they should stay, he said. Send them out immediately.

Martial Saint Canglan didnt know what God-swallowing Bugs were, but she understood that it was too dangerous for the six Saintesses. They could die from a slight misstep.

Qing Mo, youre not careful enough, Zhang Ruochen said seriously. Go out with them.

Qing Mos knees were already weak from fear. She felt saved when she heard Zhang Ruochens words. Lord, how about we all go out? Its too dangerous here.

If the Universe Spiritual Map hadnt changed dramatically, Zhang Ruochen would have retreated as well. But now, he had to find the answer. Perhaps, the Universe World could be born here.

After sending them out, only Zhang Ruochen and Martial Saint Canglan remained to go deeper inside the palace. There was a ball of blue light that covered the entire palace. Not only did it radiate with Spiritual Qi, it seemed that Spiritual Qi poured out of it too.

While being cautious of the ground, Martial Saint Canglan asked, What exactly are God-swallowing Bugs?

She couldnt stab through that blue firebug even with her full power. Martial Saint Canglan felt unconfident and unsure.

In legends, Zhang Ruochen said, the God-swallowing Bugs are from the Divine Sky-connecting Tree. Its born with the tree and lives inside the trunk. Because it eats the wood of the Divine Sky-connecting Tree, its known as the God-swallowing Bug. Its not because it can actually devour gods.

Isnt the Divine Sky-connecting Tree a god? Martial Saint Canglan asked. If the God-swallowing Bug can live inside a divine tree and gnaw on it, then its really scary, alright?

If youre afraid, its not too late for you to back out.

Who wouldnt be afraid of something like the God-swallowing Bug? Martial Saint Canglan really wanted to back out, but hearing Zhang Ruochens words, she felt unsatisfied. Youre not afraid, so why would I be afraid?

She sped up and actually went ahead of Zhang Ruochen.