Fate-Defying Demon Emperor-Chapter 228 - 215: Five Poisons Ghost-Eating Formation
The Poison Marsh was a notorious forbidden area in Mozhou. It was rumored to have been a battlefield in Ancient Times where over one hundred thousand soldiers died. Their bodies were left uncollected, and over time, this gave rise to a dense miasma of corpse qi and poison. However, for Martial Artists who practiced Poison Skills and Demonic Techniques, such a place was a rare cultivation sanctuary. This was why the Heavenly Demon Cult had established its mountain gate here.
Su Han's consciousness withdrew from the Prison Divine Palace. He stopped the Thunder Light Treasure Ship and gazed forward at a vast marshland. The ground was soft and viscous, shrouded in a thick haze of miasma and toxic gas so dense that no sunlight could penetrate it. Although there were some plants and demonic beasts within the Poison Marsh, they too were predominantly poisonous. This harsh environment was one most Martial Artists could not endure for long; otherwise, they would be overcome by the toxic gas and lose their lives. This served as a natural barrier for the Heavenly Demon Cult, but for Su Han, who was immune to all evils, it had no effect whatsoever.
To drive back the many powerhouses of the Heavenly Demon Cult, I must cause a major commotion. There is an intermediate-grade Spirit Vein beneath this Poison Marsh, and the Heavenly Demon Cult definitely has its own treasure vault. I must destroy both of these places.
Su Han's gaze flickered; he had already chosen his targets. Both the Spirit Vein and the Demon Cult's treasure vault were fundamental to the Heavenly Demon Cult. Damaging them would be an unacceptable blow to the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign and the others.
However, neither place was easy to approach. Furthermore, as a disciple of the Seven Stars Sect, Su Han would undoubtedly face certain death if he were to barge in rashly. Although the Heavenly Demon Cult's main army had advanced toward the Seven Stars Sect, he believed there were definitely still experts guarding their base. There might even be a Supreme Realm powerhouse present, so he had to be exceptionally cautious.
First, I'll find a disciple of the Heavenly Demon Cult, take on his appearance, and use it to get inside.
Although Su Han had a map of Mozhou, he was completely in the dark about the Heavenly Demon Cult's internal layout. He had no idea where the entrances to the Spirit Vein or the treasure vault were located, so he had to infiltrate their ranks.
With this in mind, Su Han stowed the Thunder Light Treasure Ship and took out the Heaven-Deceiving Demon Bead, concealing his form and suppressing his aura before entering the Poison Marsh. The poisonous miasma was extremely dense. A faint golden light emanated from his skin, repelling the toxins as he moved swiftly toward the Heavenly Demon Cult's mountain gate. Soon, he spotted a cluster of buildings deep within the marsh.
This was the mountain gate of the Heavenly Demon Cult. The miasma here was the most concentrated of all and terrifyingly potent; an ordinary Martial Artist would likely be poisoned to death in an instant upon arrival. Just as the Seven Stars Sect had its Big Dipper Formation, the Heavenly Demon Cult had its own Sect Protection Great Formation. Su Han activated the Nine Heavens Eye and observed it carefully, soon identifying the Great Formation's origin.
The Five Poisons Ghost-Eating Formation. It's a superior-grade Dao Formation, but this Poison Marsh amplifies its power to the level of a supreme-grade Dao Formation.
Su Han's Formation Mastery was profound, so he immediately recognized the origin and extraordinary nature of the Sect Protection Great Formation. To wreak havoc in the Heavenly Demon Cult's lair, he first had to thoroughly understand this formation. He knew that despite his many methods, his strength was only at the Sixth Layer of the Phenomenon Realm. To destroy the cult's stronghold, he would have to leverage external forces, and the greatest external force available was the Five Poisons Ghost-Eating Formation itself!
"Hm?"
Suddenly, Su Han's expression shifted as he looked toward the Heavenly Demon Cult's mountain gate. He saw a disciple of the cult walk out and enter the Poison Marsh. It was like receiving a pillow just when one was getting drowsy—a perfect opportunity. Delighted, Su Han quickly followed him.
The Heavenly Demon Cult disciple was a young man of about twenty with a birthmark below the corner of his eye. His strength was not weak; he was at the Third Layer of the Phenomenon Realm.
"This time, I must catch a Nine-Segmented Centipede!" he muttered, taking a finger-length stick of sandalwood from his Storage Ring. He quickly lit it, planted it in the mud, then concealed himself and waited for his prey to take the bait.
Soon, a dark-red, meter-long centipede with nine segments crawled out of the marsh. It possessed powerful toxins and had strength comparable to the Heavenly Human Realm. The Nine-Segmented Centipede scurried toward the sandalwood, seemingly drawn in by its fatally alluring fragrance.
WHOOSH!
Just as the centipede neared the sandalwood, the young man made his move. He acted swiftly, using a Poison Skill to seize the centipede with a motion like capturing a dragon or controlling a crane. He then quickly produced a jar, stuffed the Nine-Segmented Centipede inside, and sealed it completely. After finishing, the young man let out a breath, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.
With this Nine-Segmented Centipede, I can break through to the Fourth Layer of the Phenomenon Realm. Once the Sect Master and the elders breach the Seven Stars Sect, we'll be able to storm Qingzhou and fight for opportunities. A chance like this is too rare to miss; I have to seize it.
This time, the Heavenly Demon Cult's army consisted mainly of experts at or above the Physique Realm. The disciples below that level were all preparing for battle, waiting for the Seven Stars Sect to fall before they could enter Qingzhou and scavenge the spoils of war. This was precisely what the young man was thinking.
Time to head back!
Having obtained the Nine-Segmented Centipede, the young man decided not to linger. He planned to return to the cult for secluded cultivation, as most disciples were currently striving to improve their strength, eagerly preparing to invade Qingzhou and plunder its riches.
However, just at that moment, a figure suddenly appeared, rushing straight toward him.
"Who's there?" the young man shouted, alarm bells ringing in his mind. Poisonous qi surged through his body as he lifted his right hand. It became shrouded in thick poison, transforming into a poison palm that he thrust out to repel the intruder.
"The one who will kill you!" Su Han snorted coldly as his Black Blade flashed like lightning, slashing through the air directly at the young man.
The disciple's poison palm could not withstand the sharp edge of the Black Blade and was instantly severed. His entire body was then sliced in two. As his corpse fell into the marsh, his face was a mask of shock and unwillingness. He was a Core Disciple of the Heavenly Demon Cult, on the verge of plundering Qingzhou and destined to become a powerful figure. To die here so inexplicably was an unacceptable fate that drove him mad with hatred in his final moments. Unfortunately, his indignation and rage could only be vented in Hell. He was slain by a single stroke, leaving no room for doubt.
Su Han reached out, and the disciple's Storage Ring flew into his hand. Inside were numerous treasures, including the freshly caught Nine-Segmented Centipede.
Thousand Changes and Transformations!
Su Han swiftly activated the Divine Method he had just acquired. In an instant, his figure flickered and morphed into the young man's likeness. It was not just his appearance; his voice, aura, gaze, and tone were all identical, as if he truly were the young man. After all, this was a Divine Method, something beyond the imagination of any mortal.
Borrowing your identity, I will deliver a grand gift to the Heavenly Demon Cult!
Su Han waved his hand, and the Samadhi True Flame descended upon the disciple's corpse, incinerating it completely and leaving no trace behind.
Then, Su Han strode brazenly toward the mountain gate of the Heavenly Demon Cult.
With Thousand Changes and Transformations at my command, who can tell if I am real or fake?
