I Pick Up Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield

Chapter 667: Chapter 495: Fifth Prince, Nine Holy Bloods Gather

Boom—Boom—

In mid-air, four distinct terrifying auras suddenly collided and exploded.

The gray disaster aura of the Shengongsi Clan congealed into twisted snake shadows, corroding even the light as it passed; the black blood-red ferocity of the Luoho Clan emitted a soul-devouring stench; the green life force of the Dongfang Clan stretched like towering ancient trees; the ice-blue power of the Leng Family froze the void, with countless ice crystals condensing in mid-air, jingling as they fell.

The four forces clashed and crushed one another, forming visible energy turbulences, and the heavy pressure weighed on everyone’s hearts like a tangible mountain.

The onlookers’ faces changed subtly as they continually stepped back, many even stirred with surging qi and blood due to the pressure, subconsciously channeling spiritual energy to protect themselves.

Qin Tian and Zhuge Yu, along with two others, silently retreated behind a large boulder under the cover of the turbulence.

"I didn’t expect us to actually cause the four Great Holy Blood clans to fight," Taishi Feng whispered, scratching his head.

Zhuge Yu lightly twisted the array plate with his fingertips, his tone steady: "Since this started because of us, we can’t stand by idly. Let’s find a chance to act later."

Huo Yuansheng gripped his longsword tighter, his gaze on the chaotic auras in the sky, lost in thought.

Qin Tian nodded silently, clearly sensing the murderous intent from all parties, especially the one from Shengongsi Yuzuo, whose gaze seemed to want to pierce through him. However, as the situation had spiraled out of control, they could only lie low and wait for the opportunity.

Hiss~

Shengongsi Yuzuo’s left arm completely transformed into a serpent’s body covered with dark golden scales, the disaster aura in his palm converging into a gray ball the size of a human head, a flash of crimson flitting through his eyes,

"Dongfang Qi, I’ll say it again: if you block me, we fight to the death!"

Asaki licked his lips, the blood glow on his battle sword growing more intense, ready to act as soon as Shengongsi Yuzuo made a move.

Dongfang Qi remained calm, the green life force infused throughout his body, his blue robe billowed like a sail, saying nothing but making his stance clear.

Leng Qingqiu and two white-haired elders from the Leng Family stood side by side, ice-blue cold air condensing into frost beneath their feet, forming an ice line across mid-air, clearly showing an unwavering stance.

The air seemed to solidify, even the howling cold wind of the icy abyss quieted down.

The gray ball in Shengongsi Yuzuo’s palm was about to be released, while Dongfang Qi’s spiritual energy was also poised to strike, a world-shaking blood battle involving the four Great Holy Blood clans awaited the final spark to ignite.

"Everyone, now is not the time for internal strife."

At that moment, a stable voice suddenly echoed in mid-air, instantly overshadowing all other sounds.

Before the voice had even faded, a bright yellow figure appeared as if by teleportation in the center of the two opposing camps, exuding an aura of authoritative command.

The crowd looked closely and saw a handsome young man in a tailored bright yellow battle suit. The fabric was exquisite, with a soaring five-clawed golden dragon embroidered on the chest with gold and silver thread, its eyes wide open, vividly lifelike, commanding awe at a single glance.

He stood with his hands behind his back, his posture as upright as a pine tree, remaining as stable as a mountain even amidst the opposing camps’ imposing presence.

"The Fifth Prince!"

Recognizing the newcomer, whether genius members of the Holy Blood clans or other onlookers, they collectively adjusted their expressions, instinctively restraining their auras, with many bowing in greeting.

Shengongsi Yuzuo’s gray ball halted in mid-air, his eyes flickering, ultimately not daring to act recklessly in the presence of this person; Dongfang Qi also adjusted his expression, withdrawing his spiritual energy and saluting the bright yellow figure.

Hidden behind the boulder, Qin Tian’s eyes flickered as he finally witnessed the most noble bloodline among the Nine Great Holy Bloods, the family ruling the Empire—the Royal Family Ji.

And before him stood one of the Empire’s heirs—Fifth Prince, Ji Taiyan.

Ji Taiyan’s gaze slowly swept across the scene, his voice calm yet exuding unquestionable authority: "Before entering the ruins, General Shen Qingyue specifically instructed against private conflicts among factions. What are you doing here?"

Seeing this, Shengongsi Yuzuo hurriedly saluted Ji Taiyan, his voice deliberately filled with grief and indignation: "Your Highness, please judge fairly! That boy—"

He sharply pointed at Qin Tian near the boulder, "Not only did he kill my trusted aide Beitiao Hezi, but he also killed our young core member Hao Er! This enmity is irreconcilable; I acted to seek justice for my family’s brothers and request Your Highness to do the same for the Shengongsi Clan!"

"Oh?" Ji Taiyan raised his eyebrows slightly, turning to look in the direction he pointed, his gaze accurately falling upon Qin Tian,

"Did you kill Shengongsi Hao Er?"

Qin Tian did not evade, stepping slowly from behind the boulder, nodding candidly: "Yes."

The word "yes" was like a stone cast into boiling water, instantly causing an uproar on-site.

"My God! It really was him who killed him!"

"A Tier Six non-Holy Blood killed a Tier Seven Holy Blood, is that even possible?"

"This guy is ruthless!"

Amidst the murmurs, Ji Taiyan’s eyebrows furrowed slightly, his tone growing heavier: "You’ve got some nerve!"

"Please calm your anger, Your Highness!" Zhuge Yu quickly stepped forward, saluting Ji Taiyan, his voice steady as he explained, "This incident was not initiated by Qin Tian. Not long ago, while seeking fortune in the Ice God Treasure Vault, Shengongsi Hao Er, driven by greed, led his men to ambush us. We had to retaliate in self-defense. But for his avarice and initial assault, how could we, at Tier Six, dare provoke a Tier Seven Holy Blood?"

"Ice God Treasure Vault?" Another stir echoed through the crowd, "They’ve already found an Ice God Treasure Vault!"