CHAPTER 412: CHAPTER 411 TOTAL ANNIHILATION_1

Three people were swallowed whole by the energy giant fish, which then suddenly exploded, turning the devoured trio into a mist of blood.

"Run!"

Witnessing this, the Earth Demon Sect expert was instantly petrified, turning to make a hasty retreat.

However, Elder Beiming didn’t give him any leeway. As the Earth Demon Sect expert began to flee, the air behind him surged once more, with an energy giant fish covering him in its shadow.

The terrifying pressure locked the Earth Demon Sect expert in place, leaving him unable to move.

"Damn it, Elder Beiming! Are you really going to treat me this way? Don’t you fear my standing in Skypiercing Peak? I am a person of renown before the Sect Leader; how dare you do this to me!"

The Earth Demon Sect expert cried out in fear.

But Elder Beiming paid no heed to his yelling and simply made a grabbing motion. The space around them quaked, and the energy giant fish swallowed the Earth Demon Sect expert whole. Then it exploded, turning him into a cloud of blood and flesh that vanished without a trace. His last agonizing scream echoed before he completely disappeared.

A notorious Ninth Layer Great Master had been annihilated just like that.

"Elder Beiming, you..."

Witnessing this turn of events, Lady Ming was stricken with fear. She made a swift move to escape, unleashing numerous shadows of herself in all directions. Each shadow was an identical copy of her, and it was impossible to tell the real from the fakes.

"Hmph!"

At that moment, Elder Beiming snorted coldly. He took a deep breath, then exhaled an arrow of True Qi. The stream of True Qi started small, like a person’s breath on a cold winter day, but in the blink of an eye, its sharp aura permeated the heavens and earth, destroying everything in its path.

AUGH!

Lady Ming was hit by the True Qi arrow and exploded into dust.

"He killed a Ninth Layer Great Master with just a breath!"

Ling Chen felt his scalp tingle at the sight.

That statement was a bit exaggerated. It wasn’t just any ordinary breath but a blast infused with the Pure Yuan energy Elder Beiming cultivated. Its concentration was ten times that of normal True Qi, which explained its incredible power.

"Incredible!"

Ling Chen felt somewhat humbled. Elder Beiming’s strength was terrifying; even ten of himself combined would likely not be his match. It seemed the gap between him and Sky Apex Realm Experts was still vast. Elder Beiming’s power was likely on par with Shentu Yan, the current Sect Leader of the Divine Intent Sect, and perhaps not even inferior to his own mother, Liu Xiling. It was clear that Elder Beiming was not merely a servant.

"Young Master Ling Chen, I have eliminated all those who dared to plot against you. Now, even those from Skypiercing Peak will not dare to harbor any ill intentions toward you."

Despite Elder Beiming’s exceptional power, he was extremely respectful toward Ling Chen, behaving like a steward addressing his young master.

"Please don’t. You are a Sky Apex Realm Expert, and I am just a mere Grand Master. I am unworthy of being called ’Young Master.’" Ling Chen’s tone was reserved; even now, he did not fully trust Elder Beiming.

Although the elder had demonstrated considerable sincerity by killing two Ninth Layer Grand Masters and was exceedingly respectful—albeit likely because he was Liu Xiling’s son—Ling Chen couldn’t help but wonder if this was all an elaborate trap. Just moments ago, Lady Ming had claimed to be sent by the Saintess, only to launch a sudden, treacherous attack. Fortunately, deep down, he didn’t sense any immediate danger from Elder Beiming.

"Elder Beiming is the person Saintess trusts the most. You can trust his words."

At this point, Xia Yunxin also stepped up and whispered into Ling Chen’s ear.

"Young Master, with your Cultivation as a First Realm Grandmaster, you advanced two stages and defeated three Fifth to Sixth Layer Realm Great Master Level Powerhouses. Such exceptional talent! If the Saintess were to see this, she would surely be very pleased."

Elder Beiming seemed to sense Ling Chen’s wariness but showed no change in expression, his voice remaining calm as he said, "It seems I was overthinking things."

Ling Chen cupped his fists toward Elder Beiming. If Elder Beiming truly intended him harm, there would be no need for such pleasantries. With his Sky Apex Realm strength, he could kill him in an instant.

"It is no matter. That the Young Master is so astute and wise is, in fact, a blessing for the Saintess Hall." Elder Beiming shook his head. He then waved his hand, and the black Dapeng Bird he had been riding flew over, landing before the three of them. "The Saintess is currently in seclusion, fully focused on breaking through to the Fifth Level of the Sky Apex Realm. She cannot be disturbed. For now, let us proceed to my humble abode, Beiming Feng, to rest. What say you?"

"All right."

Ling Chen nodded. He had already learned of the Saintess’s seclusion. This period of retreat seemed crucial for Liu Xiling, so it was best not to disturb her. Now that he was in the Saint Witch Religion, there would be plenty of opportunities to meet her in the future; he wasn’t worried.

He hopped onto the Dapeng Bird’s back. With a wave of Elder Beiming’s hand, the black Dapeng Bird abruptly soared into the sky, ascending into the air.

This Dapeng Bird was a three pinnacle-level beast. It flew at an altitude likely approaching ten thousand meters. Looking down from such a height, one could see mountain peaks shrouded in black clouds, exuding a mysterious aura.

However, while the black clouds were eerie, the Spiritual Qi within the lands of the Saint Witch Religion was abundant, far richer than even in the Divine Intent Sect.

This place was perfect for Martial Arts Cultivation.

"Look! That’s Elder Beiming."

During the journey, a young Genius of the Demonic Way pointed in surprise at the Dapeng Bird in mid-air, exclaiming, "That’s Elder Beiming, a renowned Expert under the Saintess’s command! He has roamed the Demon Way for fifty years and established a formidable reputation in the Martial World. I wonder why he’s willing to serve as the Saintess’s attendant."

"Although Elder Beiming is deferential before the Saintess, his Sky Apex Realm Third Layer Cultivation is no trivial matter. Throughout the entire Holy Church, few possess strength exceeding his."

"He’s a prominent figure in our Holy Church. Why would he be out and about?"

"Look, he’s accompanied by a young man. And he’s being respectful to this youth, who is merely a Second Realm Grandmaster. What’s going on?"

"Heh, it seems your information is outdated. That young man is Ling Chen, son of the Saintess and Ling Tianyu, and the champion of the recent Martial World Conference. Elder Beiming is exceedingly respectful toward the Saintess because she once saved his life. He swore an oath of loyalty to her alone. Besides the Saintess’s son, who else would Elder Beiming treat with such reverence?"

"So, he’s the Saintess’s son! It’s said that all previous Saintesses maintained their purity and were forbidden to bear children. This Saintess not only has a son but has even brought him into the Holy Church. Truly unbelievable!"

"Well, the Saintess Hall wields immense power. Even Sect Leader Sikong Yi cannot completely dominate the Holy Church. I wonder why the Saintess brought her son back. Is it to formally acknowledge him? Or perhaps to have him participate in the upcoming Sky Demon Tower trial? A mere Second Realm Grandmaster participating in such a trial?"

"It’s hard to say. Perhaps the Saintess will perform a True Qi infusion for him to rapidly boost his strength."