Cultivation: When you take things to the extreme

Chapter 393: Chapter 256: Awakening_1

“Boom!”

The roar was like a dragon, the force shaking all directions.

This dilapidated mountain temple couldn’t withstand such a formidable impact, and with a thunderous collapse, stones tumbled down as dust and smoke filled the air.

“Bang! Bang! Bang!”

Fortunately, the people within were no ordinary beings. With a series of explosive noises, the falling temple roof was pierced through, creating an impromptu triadic standoff in the middle of the arena.

However…

“Whoosh whoosh whoosh!”

The sky full of wind and snow came fiercely, and in an instant, the swirling dust was blown away, revealing the situation inside and outside the arena.

In the center, three groups stood: an old man and a young girl, a dirt-faced beggar, and three youths clad in white, forming a tense atmosphere.

Outside the arena, an encirclement had already formed. A circle of Armored Soldiers, each clad in iron armor, sealed tightly from top to bottom, covered their bodies entirely, with only two holes at the eyes revealing a faint, cold light—not unlike that of a killing machine rather than the eyes of the living.

In the midst of the Armored Soldiers stood a figure, towering and immense, similarly clad in armor, but heavier and more secure, resembling an iron machine, with only a solemn and stern face visible, the air of iron-blooded slaughter connecting with the surrounding soldiers, even more heart-shaking.

“Earth Sha ranking thirty-five!”

“Iron Heart Fortress—Chen Pojun!”

“The seventy-two Mysterious Iron Divine Weapons!”

Seeing the man in armor, like a steel warrior, and the dozens of encircling Armored Soldiers, whether it was the old man and young girl, the dirt-faced beggar, or the three youths in white, all had their expressions turn extremely ugly.

Although the snowy night had hidden the moon and stars, everyone present was extraordinary, and their vision remained clear.

“Earth Sha ranking fifty-three, the Undying God Beggar—Shi Wei.”

“Earth Sha ranking seventy-one, the Demon Sect’s Blood Master—Zhang Ren.”

“Earth Sha ranking fifty-five, the Demon Sect’s Ghost Raksha—Du Xinyu.”

“Hahaha!”

The man clad in iron armor coldly swept his gaze over everyone, then followed with a loud laugh, “I thought there would be some experts here, but it turns out to be just a few cats and dogs. You truly disappoint me.”

“Hmph!”

Faced with such contempt, Blood Master Zhang Ren’s heart may have been shocked, but pride prevailed, “The fame of Iron Heart Fortress’ Chen Pojun has long been heard. Today, upon seeing you, it is indeed as substantial as rumored. However, our Holy Gate has received word, the four Spell Kings are immediately arriving. I wonder if Iron Heart Fortress’ three SLP stars are all present. The four Spell Kings of our Holy Gate have longed to experience the renowned Heavenly Tribulation Great Array!”

“Hmm!?”

Chen Pojun’s eyes turned cold, emitting a chill, “Are you trying to intimidate me?”

“Not at all!”

Zhang Ren shook his head, “It’s just that the Holy Relics are sacred to our Holy Gate. Yan Zuoshi has ordered that it must be returned to the altar no matter what. Even at the expense of our lives, we dare not fail this heavy responsibility.”

“Indeed!”

Upon hearing this, the red-clothed young girl who had appeared innocent and adorable suddenly laughed charmingly, her young face revealing a seductive look ill-befitting her age, “So, we would like to ask Iron Heart Fortress to give the Holy Gate some face. We only want the Holy Relics, and the rest are yours to keep. How about that?”

“Hmph!!!”

At these words, the face of the bystander, the Undying God Beggar Shi Wei, grew even uglier.

These two curs of the Demon Sect had been uncompromising when facing him just a moment ago, insisting on the treasured relic. Now confronted with Chen Pojun, their attitude changed immediately, no longer caring for the Mysterious Ice coffin but only for the Holy Relics.

Indeed, like weather vanes that shift with the wind, looking down on others as less than themselves!

To look down upon the others was one thing, but to kick him out of the circle was another. Could it be that he had traveled all this way only to end up with nothing but frustration?

Shi Wei’s heart was filled with annoyance, but he didn’t dare make a rash move.

In the Divine Martial world, ranks matter, and they are not without basis!

Even if two individuals had equivalent cultivation, and their realms were similar, the positions on the rankings were there for a reason and not easily bridged.

He, the Undying God Beggar, ranked fifty-third on the Earth Sha list, and although not a weakling, the Ghost Raksha, Du Xinyu, ranked only two places below him at fifty-five, was already nearly at his level of strength.

Moreover, with Blood Master Zhang Ren, ranked seventy-one at his side, these two emissaries from the Demon Sect could suppress him. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have previously dared to lay claim to the treasure alone.

As for the person who came after, there was even less to say.

One of the three SLP stars of Iron Heart Fortress, ranked thirty-five on the Earth Sha list, Chen Pojun!

Just his own strength was enough to overpower the three of them, not to mention he had brought with him the Earth Sha Divine Soldiers of Iron Heart Fortress.

The thirty-six Heaven Gang and the seventy-two Earth Sha, the two great Mysterious Iron Divine Weapons of Iron Heart Fortress, were well known to all in the Martial World.

Combined with his own breaking battle formation, even the Earth Sha-ranked experts within the top thirty would likely return defeated.

With the situation overwhelmingly against them, what could they do?

Shi Wei clenched his teeth and made a mental note, then watched with cold eyes, waiting for the situation to unfold.

On the other side, surrounded by two burly men, the young man in white’s expression grew even uglier.

Shi Wei was merely excluded from the circle, while they were considered fish on a chopping board, at the mercy of these three to be butchered as they pleased.

Rage!

But helpless nonetheless, for the strength of others was far greater.

Su Shaoqing clenched his teeth, forcefully suppressing his anger, holding tightly to the sword in his hand.

The two burly men said nothing, silently standing in front, watching the pack of fierce wolves and tigers with cold eyes.

A battle of life and death was on the verge of erupting.

However, Zhang Ren and Du Xinyu paid no attention to anyone else, focusing only on Chen Pojun’s reaction.

If they could settle him, the others would be as insignificant as chickens and dogs, not worth consideration.

However…

“Hahaha!”

Yet, Chen Pojun laughed wildly, “You, daring to negotiate terms with me, truly know not whether you are alive or dead!”