Chapter 2068 - 2069: Forcing Him by Name (Second Update)
Chapter 2068: Chapter 2069: Forcing Him by Name (Second Update)
The throat of the Profound Ming Tomb’s number one Divine General was ruthlessly crushed by Xue An.
The corpse toppled to the ground.
Then, the sword cultivators and those zombies gradually revealed themselves.
"Master, what shall we do next? Should we storm into the Profound Ming Tomb?" Ye Bufan asked respectfully.
Xue An shook his head gently, "I’ve already sealed the surrounding heavens and earth, creating an illusion of normalcy. Thus, Dou Yin’an shouldn’t be aware of what’s happened here yet."
"If we charge in recklessly, we’ll alert the enemy, won’t we? If he takes the chance to flee, it’ll be difficult to capture him!"
"So, your intention is...?"
Xue An looked towards the distant camp, saying indifferently, "Exactly as you thought!"
Ye Bufan closed his mouth and bowed deeply, "I understand."
Xue An smiled slightly, then his form flickered, instantly transforming into Ling Qi’s appearance.
Regardless, the aura on Xue An also mutated rapidly.
In the blink of an eye, a living "Ling Qi" appeared before everyone once more.
"Let’s go!"
With that, Xue An strode towards the distant camp.
As he took a few steps forward, Ling Qi’s corpse silently transformed into dust, dissipating into the air.
The sword cultivators followed silently, until Ye Kongming couldn’t resist asking softly, "Grandfather, what does Lord Xue intend to do? What have you understood?"
Ye Bufan smiled, looking at Xue An’s back with admiration, then whispered, "Nothing, you’ll understand soon enough!"
Ye Kongming was about to say more, but upon seeing his grandfather’s expression, wisely kept silent.
Meanwhile, within the camp, the guards were oblivious to events, still awaiting Ling Qi’s return.
Soon, Xue An arrived before the camp.
The guards detected nothing amiss, all bowed respectfully, "Divine General!"
Then, a higher-ranking guard stared with bewilderment at the sword cultivators accompanying Xue An.
"Divine General, who are these...?"
Coldly gazing down at them, Xue An suddenly waved his hand.
The entire camp was tightly sealed, then Xue An chuckled icily,
"Nothing, just some escapees from the Underground Palace!"
What?
The guards were shocked by this revelation.
"Divine General, how could this be? Once the Underground Palace closes, without the Tomb Master’s command, no one can open it, you..."
Before he finished, the high-ranking guard’s head suddenly fell off, rolling far away.
The headless corpse collapsed to the ground, blood quickly spreading.
The guards were horrified, unable to comprehend the situation.
At the same time.
Xue An spoke leisurely, "Apologies, I need to borrow your heads for a moment!"
With that, a multitude of sword beams exploded forth, aiming directly at the guards.
Hardly any struggle, and even fewer screams followed.
The guards were quickly dispatched, unaware of how it happened.
Instantly, the entire camp became empty.
The dense scent of blood rose to the sky; if not for Xue An’s prior sealing and disguising of the area, the scent alone would’ve alerted the entire Profound Ming Tomb.
Outside, none were aware of what transpired.
For in their divine sense, the camp still appeared peaceful.
After completing this, Xue An turned to the sword cultivators, saying calmly, "Now, you’re the camp guards, do you understand?"
The group finally understood Xue An’s intention and nodded in unison.
"Yes!"
"We understand!"
Xue An smiled faintly, waving his hand.
His nearly demonic divine sense surged forth, instantly altering everyone’s appearance.
The group was collectively astonished.
Xue An then flicked a finger toward the corpses at his feet.
Boom!
Scarlet flames shot into the sky, reducing the corpses to nothingness.
"Let’s go!"
This time, Xue An led the disguised sword cultivators toward the Profound Ming Tomb’s gate.
Meanwhile, in the banquet hall of the Profound Ming Tomb, a lavish feast reached its climax.
The clinking of glasses and cheerful conversation painted a scene of indulgence.
Of course.
Someone like Dou Yin’an wouldn’t attend such lowly banquets.
Indeed, within the hall was a special small room, the location of the main feast.
At this moment.
Dou Yin’an, with a joyous demeanor, raised his cup toward a dignified and striking man sitting below him.
"I truly didn’t expect that Hall Master Luo would send the distinguished Chief Guard to visit my Profound Ming Tomb; I’m honored beyond words!"
The man raised his own cup, returning the gesture, "Dou Tomb Master flatters me; I am but a sword of the Empire, going wherever I’m sent!"
"Well said!" Dou Yin’an applauded with admiration, then emptied his cup.
The man also drank his cup empty.
If others were present to see this man, they would surely be astounded.
For his status was extraordinarily unique.
Even within the Emperor’s Palace, he was renowned.
It’s known that the Hall Master of the Emperor’s Palace, Luo Wuqing, is the twenty-eighth successor.
Yet, this seemingly young man has served over three generations of Palace Hall Masters.
Even Luo Wuqing must show him great respect.
For he is Li Xuanyi, the Chief Guard of the Emperor’s Palace, commanding the Palace’s entire military might.
This status understandably makes Dou Yin’an highly regard him.
After setting down his cup, Dou Yin’an spoke solemnly, "Regarding the Chief Guard’s words earlier, I wholeheartedly agree. Xue An has indeed become a dire threat to us!"
"But that Xue An is so cunning, he refuses to show himself. What is the Chief Guard’s plan, and what does Hall Master Luo intend?"
"Simple, this Xue An is elusive; catching him is improbable, but he has a weakness!" Li Xuanyi mentioned calmly.
"Oh? What weakness?"
Li Xuanyi, using wine, traced a character lightly on the table.
Name!
Dou Yin’an pondered over it.
Li Xuanyi continued calmly, "Xue An once was an extraordinary Immortal Venerable. Though he fell, he returned forcefully, proving his excellence. But upon studying his history and character, I found him vain, seeking fame!"
"Thus, pressure him with reputation, and he will surely appear!"
Dou Yin’an’s eyes sparkled, "Oh? Pressure with reputation?"
"Exactly!" Li Xuanyi nodded, "We will spread word of a set time and place for a duel to the death with Xue An, and he’ll surely show! Then..."
A cold light gleamed in Li Xuanyi’s eyes, "Once we cooperate and prepare the trap, Xue An will certainly meet his demise!"
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