The Great Ruler (Web Novel)
chapter-985

The vast continent was fragmented, and the whole of heaven and earth was permeated with an atmosphere reminiscent of ruins. However, even shattered to such an extent, the Land of the Divine Beasts still emitted a unique sense of oppression so that all who came there were in awe of that primordial period.

Whoosh!

The sound of something whistling through the wind rang over the boundless horizon, and four rainbows of light swept in from afar. Then, with the harsh sound of an explosion, the rainbows flew swiftly into the distance.

Naturally, these four figures were Mu Chen, Nine Nether, and the siblings who had targeted the Primordial Body-refining Tower after arriving in the Land of Divine Beasts.

They had been hurrying for nearly half a day, and in the course of the journey, they had met some other species of spiritual beasts. They were wary of each other, but did not have any disputes.

After all, nobody wanted to spend their energy in vain before they saw any treasures. Many races that could come to the Land of Divine Beasts were not pushovers. They more or less had some capability, so no one wanted to risk unnecessary provocation.

Because of this, they were quite comfortable as they hurried forward.

In the middle of the flight, Nine Nether held a compass made of animal bones, and there was a light spot on the compass. It seemed that a blurry map could be seen. In the middle of the map, there was a tattoo of a tower, presumably their destination. "From our location, we should be one day away from the nearest Primordial Body-refining Tower."

Mu Chen nodded and did not seem to appear impatient. Instead, he closed his eyes while they hurried. As he focused, he absorbed a steady stream of spiritual energy from the heavens and earth.

As he did this, he was able to perceive a strange force that integrated into his flesh and blood, and in that moment, Mu Chen clearly felt that his own blood and energy seemed to become more active.

In the spiritual power of this Land of the Divine Beasts, there was a trace of power that could strengthen the physique. Mu Chen tried to trace it back to the root, as he perceived that the strength was the aura of desolation.

No wonder the Land of the Divine Beasts was so significant in the Divine Beasts Continent. It would be of great benefit to these spiritual and divine beasts to cultivate here.

Mu Chen gave silent praise, even though his body's current refinement was not as good as it had been with the previous absorption of a Blood Spirit Soil pill. After all, this was endless, and now there was no need to search for Blood Spirit Soil. After a period of time, the effects would be rather immense.

It seems that the Land of the Divine Beasts is of great benefit to the cultivation of the physique.

Feeling signs of the blood boiling in his body, a smile surfaced on Mu Chen's face. He looked forward to the Primordial Body-refining Tower they were about to see.

As long as his Dragon-Phoenix Body could break through to the second level, even if he only relied on the strength of his body, he would be strong enough to clash with a Seventh Grade Sovereign!

The journey to the Land of the Divine Beasts was not only to help Nine Nether obtain the Primordial Undying Bird's divine blood, but to also improve his own capability. Only then, when the Ancient Celestial Palace appeared, would he have the right to compete for the evolution technique of the Great Solar Undying Body.

Over the next day, the four were on the move at full speed and arrived in the area where the Primordial Body-refining Tower was located.

The four appeared in a flash above a lone peak, and when they appeared, their gazes were cast into the distance where between the mountains, a great city of thousands of miles silently stood.

Although the city had long been reduced to ruins, one still could imagine the once majestic city in those ancient times as it must have been. After all, it had been one of the capital cities in the Land of the Divine Beasts.

Nine Nether pointed to the ruins of the ancient city and said, "This is the Great Desolated City, and in those ancient times, it was one of the top forces in the Land of the Divine Beasts. In this city, there is a remnant of the Primordial Body-refining Tower."

Mu Chen nodded, and then he looked at the world with his eyes narrowed and said, "It seems that this Primordial Body-refining Tower holds a lot of attraction for others."

He could perceive that beyond that distant horizon, there was an incessant roar of powerful auras, and it was clear that these people were targeting the Primordial Body-refining Tower.

Apart from the rushing auras, Mu Chen gazed at the ruined city where many spiritual fluctuations had emerged. He frowned. It was evident that someone had taken the lead in getting there.

"Hmm?"

As Mu Chen sensed the spiritual fluctuations in the great city, he looked up. Suddenly, several long rainbows swept across the sky, and as they approached, they seemed to perceive their presence. They soared in the wind and appeared above them.

Just as the silhouettes appeared, a woman's coquettish laughter was heard. Although her voice was pleasant, the words were harsh and mean. "Oh, I was wondering who it was. So, it's Nine Nether, whom we haven't heard from for so many years. I thought you had failed in evolution long ago."

When Nine Nether heard this voice, her pretty face darkened. She raised her head, and a mocking smile appeared. "Liu Ching, it seems that you lost to me in those days and still can't let go of that defeat."

Mu Chen also raised his head, only to see that four figures had unexpectedly emerged in the sky in front of them. Among the four figures, there was a woman dressed in green. This woman had a slender but curvaceous body, and her face was exquisite and had an enchanting aura. However, due to Nine Nether's counterattack, a cold glint flashed in her beautiful eyes.

Mu Chen's eyebrows knitted, and he frowned as he looked at the group, apparently confused about their origin. However, he observed that Nine Nether seemed to have a deep connection with Liu Ching, the woman dressed in green.

Seeing that Mu Chen was bewildered, Ink Ring whispered an explanation. "Brother Mu Chen, they are the people of the Heavenly Roc Clan. In the past, they sent their younger generation to compete with the Nine Netherbird Clan, and Liu Ching was defeated by Sister Nine Nether. However, I didn't expect her to be so petty, still holding a grudge about it." She clearly did not have a good impression of that Liu Ching.

"Heavenly Roc Clan?"

Mu Chen nodded slightly after being stunned for a moment. This was a race of spiritual beasts not inferior to the Nine Netherbird Clan, and it had some impressive origins. It was said that it had the bloodline of a Sovereign Divine Beast, the Golden Winged Roc. If it could be fully awakened, it had tremendous potential.

"I didn't expect that after such a long time, Nine Nether, your tongue would still be so sharp."

While Mu Chen and Ink Ring were talking, Liu Ching sneered again, and then suddenly turned her eyes to Mu Chen. She immediately raised her eyebrows and said, "I've heard some news before, saying that you have formed a Bloodline Bond with a human being, so I guess it must be him?"

She appraised Mu Chen. Her eyes were filled with pride and scrutiny, and a touch of disdain.

"You dare to bring a mere Sixth Grade Sovereign like him to the Land of the Divine Beasts? It seems that you really attach great importance to him, but you must be careful. If he accidentally dies here, I'm afraid you have to die with him."

When Mu Chen heard this, he knitted his eyebrows and frowned as a cold glint flashed in his eyes. However, he just looked at Liu Ching indifferently, without being provoked into losing his manners. However, in his heart, he was disgusted with this woman. If he had the chance, he would teach her a good lesson.

When Liu Ching saw the nonchalance on Mu Chen's face, a touch of surprise flashed in her eyes, as Mu Chen's maturity did not fit his young age.

"I don't need your concern. If you feel that you haven't learned enough from that lesson last time, I can teach you another," Nine Nether remarked coldly.

"Is that so?"

Upon hearing this, the corners of Liu Ching's lips suddenly curved into a smirk. She tilted her head slightly and casually smiled at a nearby clan member and said, "Brother Zong Teng should have arrived at that Primordial Body-refining Tower first?"

"Heh heh, with Brother Zong Teng's speed, among the Seventh Grade Sovereigns, who can match him?" A Sovereign of the Heavenly Roc Clan smiled as he stared meaningfully at Mu Chen and the others.

"Zong Teng?"

When Nine Nether heard this name, her gaze could not help but turn grave, and fear surfaced on her face.

When Mu Chen saw it, he couldn't help wondering and asked Ink Ring, "Who is this Zong Teng?"

Ink Ring knitted her eyebrows and frowned. Her expression turned grave, and she said, "That Zong Teng is the most gifted person in the younger generation of the Heavenly Roc Clan. It is said that he is the one most likely to awaken the bloodline of the Golden Winged Roc. This man is very powerful. He once fought against the prodigies of the Phoenix Clan, and he did not lose. Now, he is considered one of the most talented people and has a great reputation among the younger generation of the Spiritual Beasts World."

Upon hearing this, realization dawned on Mu Chen. No wonder Liu Ching acted outrageously, since she had such a character backing her.

When Liu Ching noticed Nine Nether's silence, she could not help but gloat. However, she did not say anything more and just laughed. "It seems that your goal is also the Primordial Body-refining Tower here. That's good. I'll let Brother Zong Teng take care of you all then."

She emphasised the words "take care" so clearly, that the implication was apparent to everyone present.

Mu Chen lifted his glance and remarked nonchalantly, "How noisy."

Liu Ching froze, her face turning steely with rage at Mu Chen's comment. She glared at Mu Chen, gnashed her teeth, and sneered. "I hope you can still laugh after seeing my brother, Zong Teng!"

As she finished retorting, she turned directly into a stream of light and quickly swept across the sky, heading towards the ruined city.

Mu Chen looked at her distant figure, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

Zong Teng? Hopefully this person would not obstruct his opportunity to break through in the Primordial Body-refining tower. Otherwise, regardless of their clan's pride, once he struck, he would not show the slightest mercy!