Chapter 613: Master of the Soul Hall
Xiao Ze gazed at the scene before him, his eyes reflecting a mix of emotions. The transformation from a range of majestic mountains to the desolate desert before him was astounding. Such a change would normally take millions of years due to natural processes, but under the residual heat of the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire, it took less than half a day to turn mountains into desert.
Looking at the milky white desert, which harbored terrifying heat causing mirages of heatwaves, the air within thousands of miles twisted as if in pain. Standing not far from Xiao Ze, Elder Yao also expressed his awe. "Such a fearsome Pure Lotus Demonic Flame, to have turned such a vast mountain range into a desert..."
As he spoke, Elder Yao couldn't help but worry about his disciple. He knew his disciple was determined to obtain the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire. However, the power the flame had shown made him deeply concerned. Even with the special pills Xiao Yan had gathered, which could aid in absorbing and refining the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire, it now seemed insufficient. Even if the pill was a ninth grade treasure pill and specifically targeted demonic flames, its effect had limits. If the flame was too powerful, even a ninth grade treasure pill wouldn't have much effect.
Elder Yao and Xiao Yan exchanged glances, seeing determination in Xiao Yan's eyes without a hint of retreat or fear. Xiao Yan knew that Xiao Ze's strength had surged again. The Pure Lotus Demonic Fire was his only hope to catch up with Xiao Ze once more.
As they progressed through the milky white desert, they finally arrived a thousand yards from where the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire was sealed. Looking ahead, the space was visibly fractured, radiating blinding light. Milky white brilliance poured down, carrying temperatures unbearable even for the soul.
It was this brilliance that had transformed the mountains into a desert. Even semi saints felt slightly uncomfortable in this temperature. Xiao Ze waved his hand, and a deep blue energy enveloped everyone, instantly cooling them down. The group looked at Xiao Ze in surprise, as they realized that this deep blue energy was of the water attribute.
These Dou Saints knew Xiao Ze was proficient in lightning and flame, typical for an alchemist, who would naturally possess fire attributes, possibly mixed with a hint of wood energy. However, Xiao Ze displaying water attribute abilities now truly surprised them.
Xiao Ze did not explain much but looked towards another side where dark mists swirled and space twisted. Figures emerged from the mist, exuding terrifying auras. The Dou Saints looked gravely towards the leader. As veterans of battles against the Soul Hall, they recognized the opponent's leader.
The leader of the Soul Hall, clad in a black robe and with an unremarkable face that made him appear like an ordinary person. His hands, peeking out from his sleeves, were slightly rough. Yet, this seemingly ordinary man commanded immense respect and fear from the many Dou Saints present.
The title of Master of the Soul Hall held a fearsome reputation in Zhongzhou. Before the rise of the Pill Alliance, no one dared to provoke the Soul Hall. It was this man's fearsome reputation that made many forces resent but dare not speak against the Soul Hall's actions.
The Master of the Soul Hall had once single handedly annihilated dozens of powerful sects in one night, including the fall of five two star Dou Saints under his power. This brutal record forged his formidable reputation.
Now, this formidable figure hovered quietly in the air, the intense heat around him unable to penetrate the dark mist enveloping him. His gaze was calm, unaffected by the wary or admiring looks from around.
Xiao Ze's gaze met that of the Master of the Soul Hall. Although he appeared to be a late four star Dou Saint on the surface, he had actually reached the level of a five star Dou Saint. Noticing Xiao Ze's probing gaze, the Master of the Soul Hall turned towards him.
His gaze momentarily wavered as he spoke indifferently, "The Xiao Clan, once on the brink of complete decay, yet capable of producing such a genius as you. It seems the Xiao Clan can still cling on to existence for a while longer."
"Cling on? Yet, I see the Pill Alliance and the Soul Hall evenly matched in their battles," Xiao Ze casually remarked, his tone light and easy.
The Master of the Soul Hall's gaze flickered again. "If not for the ancient races' agreement that forbids the involvement of five star Dou Saints and above, the Xiao Clan would have already been erased from history."
His voice remained even and emotionless, slightly eerie in its consistency. "Perhaps, but who knows if it will be the Soul Hall that will be erased from history instead?" Xiao Ze said with a smile, not intimidated by the Master of the Soul Hall's words.
The Master of the Soul Hall looked deeply at Xiao Ze, "Given time, you might become another Xiao Xuan for the Soul Race."
His words caused a stir among his followers, who looked at Xiao Ze with renewed regard. To receive such high praise from their leader, Xiao Ze was undoubtedly destined to become a great enemy of the Soul Race!
If not for the checks from other ancient races, the Soul Race would have already sent stronger than five star Dou Saints to eliminate Xiao Ze!
Those from the Soul Race thought to themselves, "But soon, those checks will no longer exist."
"By then, an 'Xiao Xuan' who has yet to fully grow will pose no threat to the Soul Race." After all, even a peak Xiao Xuan had already fallen at the hands of the Soul Race.
Unaware of their thoughts, Xiao Ze turned towards another direction as several figures rapidly approached. "Haha, Xiao Ze, long time no see, your strength has become even more unfathomable."
Hearing the hearty voice, Xiao Ze also showed a smile. "Xiao Ze greets the Dean."
Dean Mang Tianci came up to Xiao Ze and clapped him on the shoulder. "Haha, no need for formalities. Thanks to you, my strength has been able to advance further."
As he spoke, a trace of pitch black lightning appeared on his fingertips, clearly having successfully transformed his body's lightning energy into Black Demonic Thunder. "Congratulations, Dean, on advancing further," Xiao Ze could tell that Mang Tianci had indeed reached the Dou Saint level, now probably at the mid stage of a one star Dou Saint.
(End of Chapter)
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