Chapter 5, Destroying the Mountain to Obtain the Sword

The eastern sky seemed to be oblivious, just as the wings of the Kunpeng flapped once. "Wait!" Qing Sui shouted loudly again.

Qing Sui looked on, her expression unchanged. It was not that she was trying to appear profound; she simply did not know whether to cry or to laugh. Lingze Mountain had not only produced someone like Xiao Huai, who was soft-hearted, but also this character, Xiang Su, who wept and wailed like a ghost.

Dong Tianyun let out a soft, cold sneer, which was clearly heard by all the deities. The previously bustling discussions suddenly fell silent.

"Ailin." Recently, Your Highness's elder sister has been in a bad mood, lacking her usual charm and wit. Xiang Su feels fortunate that she speaks in a somewhat more normal manner. "As for seniority, you should still call me Aunt. Is that how your father taught you?"

Chilin stared at her, took a graceful step forward, and charmingly asked, "Who are you?"

Follow the Sovereign! Bai Zhicao shouted, and the barrier instantly vanished. Xiang Su pulled Jin Zhan's hand, stumbling and flying through the sand and gravel, her face stinging from the flying sand. She gritted her teeth and persevered; the Birdman couple was being excessively tyrannical! To destroy the sword and Lingze Mountain, fine, everyone endured it, but why must they go to such extremes against the Sovereign!

Xiang Su is getting goosebumps, and the East Sky...! ... How cheesy is that?! It's just one word off, can we please use the full name? Wait a minute, why does this statement from the Red Bird sound so familiar to her?

As her body lightened, Xiang Su felt a gust of wind beneath her feet, and she was thrown into the air, her body arcing downwards like discarded trash, landing in a place with a very strange texture. ... She glanced around in shock and saw black feathers; she ... ? ... was on the back of a black bird. ? The black bird was quite displeased to have her on its back, suddenly plummeting downwards, causing Xiang Su's heart to feel as if it might drop to the ground and shatter. Grabbing wildly like a lifeline, she heard the black bird let out a sharp cry. Originally hovering less than three feet above the ground beside Dong Tianyun, it was both pained and angry after Xiang Su yanked out a feather. However, since this object was thrown onto its back by its master, it could not shake it off no matter how angry it was. It could only rapidly ascend and then quickly descend back beside its master, scaring the creature on its back to the point of losing its wits.

Dong Tianyun glanced at Kunpeng expressionlessly; he had not anticipated that he would bring such great humiliation upon it. The power of this bare tree should not have been underestimated from the very beginning when it dared to retort him.

What does he want to do? The golden chrysanthemum, rare and precious, angrily questioned, while Xiang Su looked around anxiously. The thick gray sand obscured everything, making it impossible to see any figures.

"Next time!" Qing Sui gritted his teeth, "Do not call me Songta in public again!"

Chi Lin squinted her eyes and said with a cold smile: "Xiang Su... who is that?"

Xiang Su was so frightened that she kept retreating, "I am... Su Bing!" Her eyes lit up; that's right, Hong Niao doesn't know her! As long as that damned Dong Tianyun doesn't say anything, Hong Niao might not necessarily strike her down.

Xiang Su suddenly saw a flash before her eyes, a bright red scene, and Chi Lin was rushing towards her! Xiang Su felt a deep sense of despair, realizing that it didn't matter what her name was; she was about to be silenced!

"Dong Tianyun, I am willing to use my magical artifact, the Green Rain Scepter, to fill the mountains and protect Lingze Mountain from being reduced to ashes."

Bai Zhicao wore a worried expression, hesitantly turning back to look at Jin Zhan and Xiang Su, saying: "I probably know what he intends to do... It's all my fault for speaking too freely"

Dong Tianyun fell silent for a moment, "Alright, understood"

Dong Tianyun began to chant the incantation, and Xiang Su felt that the sound was like a hammer incessantly pounding her heart, making her feel so uncomfortable that she nearly coughed up blood. Qing Sui waved his robe sleeves, opening the barrier, and Dong Tianyun's voice was blocked outside, diminishing significantly. Xiang Su's face turned pale as she managed to catch her breath. She glanced at the nearby Jin Zhan, who also looked ashen.

"Let's disperse, Pine Cone, take this embarrassing thing back and discipline it well!" Dong Tianyun leisurely sat on the Kunpeng.

Xiang Su felt as if her lungs were about to explode; how could that red bird speak so venomously! How disrespectful it was towards the Empress! She saw that everyone was breathing rapidly with anger, and if they were to rush out in a moment, she would definitely not lag behind!

"Esteemed friends, the risk of drawing the sword is considerable; please step back and observe." Chi Lin gracefully stood up on the phoenix, speaking politely, yet her gaze did not settle on any of the 'friends.' Her demeanor was quite arrogant. The immortals, startled by the gust from Kunpeng's wings, felt somewhat awkward, especially since Chi Lin was of a lower generation compared to them. However, with the daughter of the Emperor of the Yinghuo and Dong Tianyun present, what could they possibly say? Centered around Dong Tianyun and Chi Lin, everyone retreated to form a large circle.

Heading east, Xiang Su could not determine how far she had flown, as the gravel was gradually left behind and the sky became clearer. However, everyone was flying at an extremely fast speed; Xiang Su felt like a kite, being pulled along by Jin Zhan, filled with wind, her head spinning dizzily. Once she landed on the ground, she could only focus on catching her breath. Jin Zhan glanced at her, wondering how this could be considered helping; it was simply a loss of face.

Bai Zhicao signaled the team of Qing Sui to retreat. Xiang Su noticed that the elder sister of the monarch had not moved and remained in the circle with the birdman couple. The elder sister of the monarch had been in a daze these past few days; could it be that she had not realized everyone had stepped back? Xiang Su felt a bit anxious and wanted Bai Zhicao to remind her. At that moment, Qing Sui urged the cloud head to approach the Kunpeng of Dong Tianyun. The Kunpeng's body grew larger, and even beside its wings, it still made one feel that Dong Tianyun was high above, distant from her. Although both were sovereigns of the five directions, Qing Sui's imposing presence suddenly diminished, as if she were looking up at Dong Tianyun.

She was already stunningly beautiful, with almond-shaped eyes revealing a murderous intent, yet her red lips wore a smile that was particularly chilling. Xiang Su was already frightened to the point of weakness in her legs by their conversation, and under such a soul-stirring intimidation from her, her mouth involuntarily spoke: "We don't know her at all!"

Xiang Su heard the surprised whispers of the immortals, realizing that Her Majesty was troubled and had such plans. Her nose tinged with bitterness; her low magical power was truly a disadvantage, as she could neither control her words nor her tears. Previously, she had secretly felt that Her Majesty lacked the grandeur of the Emperor, that her words were somewhat unreliable, and that she often chose to walk away when faced with difficulties. Now, she felt a renewed sense of admiration for her. The Bi Yu He is a divine artifact of wood spirit, capable of reviving a hundred herbs and healing a hundred trees, renowned throughout the Three Realms. That Her Majesty could make such a decision filled her with both heartache and pride, as they both hailed from Ling Ze Mountain.

Xiang Su let out a sigh of relief; this could be considered a successful retrieval of the sword, right? She lowered her head to closely observe Lingze Mountain beneath the clouds. The black hole seemed to have grown larger, as if the entire mountain had been hollowed out, exuding an even more oppressive atmosphere. However, it still stood there. Suddenly, some rubble rolled into the black hole, and the mountain emitted a rumbling roar. Since the mountain was already hollow, the sound was particularly loud and terrifying. Xiang Su opened her mouth wide, watching in disbelief as cracks appeared at the mountain's peak, causing the entire mountain to shake as if it were experiencing an earthquake, on the verge of collapsing. Some rubble suddenly rolled into the black hole, and the mountain emitted a rumbling roar. Since the mountain was already hollow, the sound was particularly loud and terrifying. Xiang Su opened her mouth wide, watching in disbelief as cracks appeared at the mountain's peak, causing the entire mountain to shake as if it were experiencing an earthquake, on the verge of collapsing.

I really didn't touch it! Xiao Huai cried out in despair, trying to defend himself. For someone as notorious and ruthless as Dong Tianyun and Chi Lin, exposing his pulse for testing would be tantamount to seeking death. He shook his head desperately, clinging to one of Qing Sui's legs, looking cowardly and fearful for his life. Qing Sui, filled with anger, kicked him, but he couldn't shake him off. "I really didn't! I really didn't!" Xiao Huai thought that even Qing Sui was about to give up on protecting him, crying with snot and tears, "I just saw Xiang Su become so beautiful after touching the Emperor's blood..." He shook his head desperately, clinging to one of Qing Sui's legs, looking cowardly and fearful for his life. Qing Sui, filled with anger, kicked him, but he couldn't shake him off. "I really didn't! I really didn't!" Xiao Huai thought that even Qing Sui was about to give up on protecting him, crying with snot and tears, "I just saw Xiang Su become so beautiful after touching the Emperor's blood..."

"Pine cones, why bother getting truly angry?" Dong Tianyun said in a nonchalant manner

Qing Sui nodded and said meaningfully: "Since I have followed you, I must ensure her safety." After saying this, he also glanced at Chi Lin.

The decline of the Wood Spirit Realm seems to be unrelated to the lost artifacts ... ? ... Who are the people involved from top to bottom ?

In the deep cave leading directly to the mountain's base, a terrifying black mist surged upward, spiraling into the sky, carrying with it flying sand and stones. Xiang Su recalled the day of the sword-throwing competition, unable to stop her body from trembling, she reached out to grasp Jin Zhan's hand. Jin Zhan's hand was also cold, with sweat in the palm, as if sensing her fear and dependence, he gently held her hand and gave it a reassuring shake. The sand and stones increased in number, the particles grew larger, the world changed color, and the sound of impacts echoed against the barrier. Xiang Su's legs trembled so much that she could barely stand, uncertain of when all of this would come to an end

"Impossible!" Jin Zhan's voice became sharp, displaying a look of great anger. "Even if we bury him in the mountains, it would be of no use! He must have ulterior motives!"

The celestial beings gasped in surprise, and Xiang Su felt a gust of wind rush towards her. She, along with Jin Zhan and Xiao Huai, who possessed low magical powers, were all staggered back a step, with Xiang Su even stepping on Xiao Huai's foot. It turned out that Dong Tianyun's Kunpeng had suddenly grown several times larger. Xiang Su glared at him in anger, but all she could see was his golden robe and the tips of his jet-black hair. Just like before, what a jerk; the enlarged black bird could at least give a warning!

Suddenly, both the Kunpeng and the Phoenix let out a mournful cry, as if they had suffered a severe blow. In an instant, the wind ceased and the clouds dispersed, even the flying sand and rolling stones abruptly vanished. Xiang Su noticed that Dong Tianyun on the Kunpeng seemed to be straining to hold onto a long sword that trembled all over, as if it were about to soar into the sky. The malevolent aura of the sword pierced Dong Tianyun's palm, and blood dripped from the gaps between his fingers, falling onto the back of the Kunpeng.

Qing Sui silently listened to him, no longer arguing a word, only feeling dejected as she retreated to the front of the Qing Sui residence's line. Xiang Su looked over the numerous figures to see Qing Sui's back, feeling an indescribable mix of emotions in her heart, disappointment and helplessness; if one were to say it was blame... there was also a sense of reluctance.

Xiang Su's face turned pale; she knew that Dong Tianyun's intention to save her with blood was not so benevolent! Was it just to create some amusement for Hong Niao to kill? Seeing how excited and agitated Hong Niao became at the mention of killing Xiao Huai, she must be the next sacrifice

Dong Tianyun and Qing Sui, along with Baizhi Cao and Jinzhan, looked at her in utter silence

After a while, Dong Tianyun finally spoke. This brief pause and languid tone made one feel more constricted than at any other time before. "The Bi Yu He? Such a second-rate artifact is insufficient to protect Ling Ze Mountain."

Pine cone ... ... '' Dong Tianyun's tone was flat, yet it seemed to carry a hint of consolation, '' This is all a cycle of cause and effect, you should step back.

Xiao Huai! Qing Sui never expected him to rush out; it was too late to stop him. Outside the barrier, the sky was filled with gray sand, obscuring visibility. The massive whirlwind created by the landslide could easily sweep a person into the debris. Xiao Huai rushing out like this was simply playing with his life! Qing Sui had no choice but to chase after him

It is probably to save Lingze Mountain. Xiangsu still admires Xiaohuai's courage

"Pastry?" Chilin was amused, "Interesting."

A gust of wind brushed past her ear, startling Xiang Su, who jumped up, thinking that the barrier had been breached. Heart pounding with fear, she turned around only to see Xiao Huai desperately trying to break through the barrier, intending to rush outside. Xiang Su pulled him back, wanting to warn him that it was dangerous outside, but it was too late; Xiao Huai had already dashed out. Xiang Su shook her head in lament, never expecting Xiao Huai to have such deep feelings for Lingze Mountain, which truly made her feel ashamed.

Second-rate tools? Xiang Suqi trembled all over in anger, thinking that the Empress would also erupt, but in the end, Qing Sui merely paused for a moment, said nothing further, as if acquiescing.

"Of course, I must consider his concerns thoroughly." Chilin disdainfully curled her lips, "In today's world of the Three Realms, who isn't eyeing these three divine swords? Only Dongtian can unite the three swords. Once the divine sword is forged, there will be no worthy opponents in the Three Realms and Four Directions. Even if I do not pursue this matter, tell me, can he allow such a potential threat to exist before all the immortals and demons? It is certainly better to mistakenly kill three thousand than to let one person go! Dongtian has been searching diligently for hundreds of years, and success is finally within reach. He will never leave a hidden danger because of these insignificant little creatures. Even if I do not pursue this matter, tell me, can he allow such a potential threat to exist before all the immortals and demons? It is certainly better to mistakenly kill three thousand than to let one person go! Dongtian has been searching diligently for hundreds of years, and success is finally within reach. He will never leave a hidden danger because of these insignificant little creatures. Ugly creature, if you want to blame someone, blame your own foolish fantasies!"

I will not discuss these trivial matters with you. " Chi Lin rolled her eyes and changed the subject. Since Dong Tianyun had already spoken, she did not want to continue provoking Qing Sui. "You also know that the three swords are now in Dong Tian's hands. If that ugly creature truly gets a hold of his spiritual blood, those scheming immortals and demons could use him to find out Dong Tian's whereabouts. This potential threat must not be left unresolved

These words seem to strike at the painful spot of youth, her complexion turned pale, and her brows furrowed tightly, "You are right! I have lost the divine artifact of my late sovereign, leading to the decline of the Wood Spirit, and I have been humiliated by a frivolous little fairy like you, who only knows how to chase after the clouds in the eastern sky! If I cannot even protect my own little fairy, how can I serve as the sovereign? How can I face the deities of all realms!"

You can let Dong Tianyun see for himself! While Chilin was speaking incessantly about the pros and cons, Qingsui and Dong Tianyun remained silent, both well aware that there was still a fish that had slipped through the net.

Chilin, upon hearing this, let out an extremely arrogant cold laugh and said, "Qing Sui, do not rely on your age to act superior! When have the celestial beings of the Fire Spirit Realm ever regarded you, the so-called Emperor who has lost the artifact of the fallen ancestors, with any respect? Hand over this ugly creature, and we shall have nothing further to discuss."

Before he could speak, the Kunpeng and the Phoenix let out a series of long cries, though not as painful as before; it was clearly a show of intimidation and a means of driving away. A golden light shone as it filtered through the gaps in the sand and dust into the barrier. The Kunpeng had returned to its normal size and swept past the barrier closely alongside the Phoenix. Due to their proximity, everyone could clearly see that they were indeed pursuing the elder sister of Jun Shang!

Dong Tianyun coldly turned his head to look back, seemingly feeling a bit impatient. Did he not express his meaning clearly? If it were not for the intention to spare this bare tree's life, why would he bring such a nuisance along? Did he not see? Even Kunpeng has suffered as well!

"What a disgrace!" Qing Sui slapped the back of his neck, and Xiao Huai collapsed on the spot. "I can't believe someone so spineless and without backbone has emerged from my Wood Spirit Realm! Dong Tianyun, come quickly and take a look; he truly hasn't touched your blood! I must take him back and teach him a good lesson; he has completely embarrassed me!"

"Pine cone, this... pastry," Dong Tianyun said disdainfully upon hearing the name, "is somewhat interesting; let it serve as a side dish for me."

Qing Sui's voice was very cold, truly angry, "I will tell you once more, Xiao Huai has not been involved! Dong Tianyun has not made a move, why must you press so hard?"

What about her? Chi Lin is now completely unconcerned with the locust tree, her eyes nearly bursting with fire as she stares at Xiang Su, who is sitting on the back of the Kunpeng with Dong Tianyun.

"Qing Sui, if you continue to shield the little immortals within the realm, do not blame me for being impolite." Xiang Su took a deep breath and recognized the arrogant tone of Chi Lin, which was reminiscent of Dong Tian Yun. She straightened her back and looked towards the source of the voice. They were no longer riding birds; Dong Tian Yun was seated on a rock, while Chi Lin stood before him in a bright red outfit, resembling natural adversaries against the green brocade-clad elder sister of the monarch. Xiao Huai, feeling cowardly, slumped beside the monarch's sister, trembling and completely devoid of the courage she had shown when breaking through the barrier.