Celestial Refining Divine Scripture-Chapter 161 - 159: Soaring to the Azure Skies

Xu Yang sat cross-legged atop the battle stage, as if he were an immortal!

All the muscles and bones in his body were surging, sending forth a radiant haze that burst from his form!

His vital energy churned turbulently, blood and marrow glowing like jade upon the surface of his skin!

Bathed in rainbow mist—no ordinary mortal!

A deadly silence below lasted more than ten breaths, before shocked exclamations erupted in waves!

"Damn, isn’t this the Bone-Steam Rainbow Mist, and Jade-like Blood Marrow?"

"Too tempting! He looks like some rare treasure—I want to eat him up!"

"If an evil cultivator seized him, and refined him into a Human Blood Treasure Elixir, imagine how terrifying the effect would be!"

"Damn it! Why couldn’t that person have been me?"

This scene drove everyone’s envy and jealousy to an absolute peak!

Who wouldn’t be red-eyed from watching this?

Xu Yang was exhilarated beyond measure.

His cultivation hadn’t changed, yet he sensed his combat power had increased by at least forty percent!

To know, at Late Stage of Yin Realm, his fighting capability was on par with the best of Middle Stage Yang Realm geniuses—absurdly overpowered!

The astonishing foundation built by Celestial Refining Divine Scripture, now enhanced by Cyan Sky Jade Marrow—he was virtually defying heaven!

Even Tuoba Dajiang, Song Yuanhao, Zheng Qi and the rest couldn’t compare!

And those guys actually possessed real Yang Realm cultivation!

But Xu Yang, relying only on Late Stage of Yin Realm, was their equal!

Who had greater potential was instantly clear!

Xu Yang lifted his eyes, instantly locking onto Chen Chong in the crowd!

The moment he was stared at, Chen Chong felt a chill down his spine—as if needles pricking all over, his scalp tingling!

His heart raced, nearly out of control!

Gulp!

Chen Chong’s body was taut, like facing a mortal enemy, and he struggled to swallow his own saliva.

His face went pale!

The corner of his eye twitched violently!

Though he didn’t want to admit it, at this moment, he was filled with dread toward Xu Yang!

If they really fought, he likely wouldn’t stand a chance!

Damn it!

Chen Chong roared inside, his expression twisting by the inch.

He just couldn’t accept it!

"Chen Chong..."

Xu Yang bellowed, leaping to his feet.

But before he could leap from the stage, his face changed dramatically. Instinctively, he looked up to the sky again!

A faint phantom flickered across the empty air!

And then, a jade pendant materialized out of thin air!

Xu Yang dropped back down, suppressing the urge to kill Chen Chong, and stared in shock and suspicion at the suddenly revealed Cyan Jade Yin Yang Pendant!

The crowd was even more baffled, their eyes full of confusion!

"Why would this appear now..."

Xu Yang’s heart stirred. On a burst of wind, he soared up, curving his palm to seize the Cyan Jade Yin Yang Pendant!

"That’s the Cyan Gang Sect token!"

"No way! Does possessing it mean more destiny and fortune?"

Just as Xu Yang grasped the Cyan Jade Yin Yang Pendant, the pendant buzzed with a tremor, and its jade brilliance erupted forth!

Xu Yang didn’t even have time to react before he and the pendant shot up into the heavens, vanishing in the blink of an eye!

The crowd exploded instantly when they saw this!

"He really did get more fortune!"

"Damn it, he has the Cyan Gang Sect token—meaning he’s the Sect Leader’s heir! What sort of opportunity is he about to obtain now?"

"Fuck, that bastard lucked out beyond belief!"

"I’m going insane—getting the Cyan Sky Jade Marrow wasn’t even the end!"

"How can people be so far apart from each other?"

No one could accept this!

You fucking just got the Cyan Sky Jade Marrow, and you’re telling me that was just a starter dish?

The real opportunity—he alone qualifies to receive it?

Even Martial Artists from the Zhang Family, Celestial Travelers’ Commerce Association, and the Bai Family fumed with jealousy!

Su Yun showed a bitter smile: "This is getting ridiculous!" 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

"After this battle, this guy’s strength and potential will skyrocket again. What heights will he reach in the future?"

In her eyes, the Myriad Phenomena Realm was nowhere near his limit!

A True Sovereign?

Hiss!

Su Yun licked her red lips, the urge to conquer in her heart reaching a fever pitch!

Not far away, Bai Jingxue’s pretty face flashed with shock before she quickly returned to a gentle calm—yet deep in her eyes, turbulent waves betrayed her inner thoughts.

"The Bai Family must not offend him!"

"With someone like him, we must forge an alliance. Thankfully, my Bai Family has already taken this step!"

Bai Jingxue suddenly glanced at Su Yun, a flicker of wariness in her eyes!

Thinking of the First Elder’s original instructions, Bai Jingxue’s cheeks reddened slightly, though there was not a hint of disgust or rejection!

Xu Yang was simply outstanding in all regards!

A man like him made her feel unworthy—like she didn’t measure up!

"If it really works out... my Bai Family could claim Number One in Central State within ten years!" Thinking of Xu Yang’s outrageous alchemy skills, Bai Jingxue’s heart blazed.

But their first interaction left her feeling powerless!

He seemed totally uninterested in her beauty!

Not to mention, Su Yun and Tuoba Hongyu were both by his side!

These two women both had their own splendor and stunning looks—neither inferior to her—which made her feel even more helpless!

How to compete?

"Even if I can’t win him, I must at least curry favor!"

"My Bai Family is entrenched in Central State, and the Wuhou Hall and Chen Family are mortal enemies with him. He’ll definitely need my family’s support!"

Bai Jingxue took a deep breath and settled for second best—this was still excellent for the Bai Family!

Heart stirred, a smirk lifted her lips as she suddenly approached Su Yun.

Seeing Bai Jingxue, Su Yun smiled, though inside she was highly alert!

What’s this Bai Family chick up to?

"Mr. Su, it seems you’ve known Mr. Xu for a while. You must know him much better—could you enlighten Jingxue?"

Hearing this, Su Yun snickered secretly. You little minx, pretending to be all pure and proper, but turns out you’re as restless as any!

Trying to fish for intel?

Hmph!

Su Yun put on a warm, enthusiastic smile: "Indeed, I’ve known Mr. Xu much longer, and know him rather well."

Bai Jingxue’s eyes shone, looking humbly at Su Yun.

"Mr. Xu, see, he’s a bit passive!"

"On the surface he keeps people at arm’s length, but after my probing, I found he’s actually secretly passionate!"

Su Yun stifled her laughter, giving Bai Jingxue a ’you know what I mean’ look!

Bai Jingxue gaped, lips parted in astonishment—clearly surprised!

Her expression grew even stranger!

Is she telling me to use force?

It seemed unbelievable.

But on her face, nothing was given away.

A moment later, watching Bai Jingxue leave, Su Yun wore a playful expression: "Little girl, trying to run against me? Still too green!"

She couldn’t wait to see how things would turn out if Bai Jingxue actually tried it.

Just imagining it made her want to burst out laughing!

Unbeknownst to her, Bai Jingxue’s face was also subtly complex.

She barely trusted a third of Su Yun’s words!

Sure, maybe Xu Yang’s really that odd, but somehow, it didn’t add up!

Bai Jingxue thought for a moment, beckoned over a Bai Family Martial Artist, and whispered instructions: "Try to strike up conversation with people from King Beixuan’s clan. See what you can learn about Mr. Xu’s earliest days at the king’s residence!"

"Yes, Miss!"

...

Xu Yang snapped out of the swirling heavens, alertly scanning his surroundings—amazed to find himself in an imposing, ancient temple hall.

No one else was around!

"Is this the palace atop the celestial dome?"

Xu Yang’s heart stirred as his gaze swept around, fixing instantly on the Cyan Jade Yin Yang Pendant floating above the hall and glowing with faint spiritual light.

Xu Yang mused, then asked in a deep voice: "Is anyone here?"

"Of course there is!"