King of Assassins-Chapter 949 - 661: Five Elements, Part 2

The moment Mu Yuan and the others appeared, Gao Xuan was unfazed, but Yuan Youyuan was startled.

Yuan Youyuan didn't know the others, but she recognized the First Saint Mu Yuan. After all, he's the leader of the Holy Hall, and there's information about him even in the Outer Star Domain Sanctuary.

Mu Yuan's face was withered, his skin sallow, looking like a piece of dried wood. His eyebrows drooped, the corners of his lips turned downwards, presenting a dismal expression.

Because of his distinctive appearance, Yuan Youyuan recognized him as soon as she wielded her sword.

Feeling particularly anxious, Yuan Youyuan grabbed Gao Xuan's sleeve and said, "It's the First Saint. We're in trouble."

When she saw Gao Xuan kill Huo Wuming with a single strike, Yuan Youyuan knew things were not going well. But she never expected Mu Yuan to show up.

Moreover, Mu Yuan wasn't alone; he brought four others with him.

Yuan Youyuan didn't recognize these four people, but observing their subtle stance, she could tell they held equal status with Mu Yuan. Though they stood together and deferred to Mu Yuan, they showed no signs of humility.

Yuan Youyuan grew even more anxious, thinking that even if her man claimed to be the Divine Emperor, it might not be of any use against these people...

Before Gao Xuan could speak, Mu Yuan began.

Mu Yuan politely bowed slightly and cupped his hands, "May I ask, are you Mr. Gao Xuan?"

Gao Xuan smiled, "I am."

Mu Yuan was merely probing, and hearing Gao Xuan's relaxed response, he began to harbor doubts.

"Mr. Gao, why are you here? And why do you trouble us?"

At this point, Mu Yuan had no fear of laying things bare.

With the Virtual Divine Realm sealed, outsiders couldn't see, and only those above the level of Divine Envoy could witness the battle.

At the level of Divine Envoy, no one would foolishly believe in faith anymore.

If anyone blocks their path, whether a Divine Emperor or anyone else, they must die.

While the others were unshaken, Yuan Youyuan couldn't help but gape. What's going on? Could the Black Tiger truly be the Divine Emperor, given Mu Yuan's humility?

Despite reaching this point, Yuan Youyuan still couldn't fully believe it. Her mind was tangled, unable to unravel the complexities.

How did the Black Tiger become the Divine Emperor, and if so, why would Mu Yuan and the others dare disrespect him?

Unfortunately, no one explained to Yuan Youyuan. She could only stand there dumbfounded, her mind nearly crashing.

Gao Xuan chuckled and said, "It was you who came to trouble me, not me troubling you." 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

He pondered for a moment and added, "But it's not important. You didn't know my identity before, and the ignorant should not be blamed. I can forgive your mistakes."

Gao Xuan continued, "Moreover, you are all juniors. This is my grudge with Qin Shiyue and others. I won't make it difficult for you. Step back now, and once I sort out the grievances, you can all receive a lighter punishment."

Mu Yuan furrowed his distinct eyebrows, feeling that Gao Xuan was a bit overconfident. But he wasn't one to argue much.

Tu Zhengnan couldn't hold it in and said, "It's still hard to say if you're truly Gao Xuan. Even if you are, you have no authority over the Holy Hall. Your best place would be lying in a coffin, receiving our worship. Do you understand?"

Tu Zhengnan was extraordinarily handsome and young, with an outgoing air between his eyebrows.

Among the five Divine-level Saints, Tu Zhengnan was the sharpest.

Huo Yunheng, a powerhouse who cultivated Fire Power, was rather reserved, showing no signs of explosiveness.

Shuimiao and Jin Yuyao, the two women, were both beautiful and elegant in demeanor. Their presence was more reserved as well, standing quietly without expression, simply watching Gao Xuan.

In terms of posture, these two women seemed more like spectators—calm yet somewhat detached.

Gao Xuan's gaze swept across their faces and finally rested on Tu Zhengnan's, "Quite handsome, reminiscent of my own style in younger days."

He mused, "When I was young, I was very arrogant too. The difference being, I was much stronger than you. In those times, I never encountered a true adversary."

Tu Zhengnan sneered, summoning the Central Wuji Spear, a nine-foot-long spear, completely profound yellow, its shaft engraved with numerous runes.

This Divine Spear was the strongest artifact of the Tu Family, the foundation of their standing.

With the emergence of the Central Wuji Spear, endless heavy Earth Source Power naturally converged.

Among the Five Elements, Thick Earth is foremost.

This is due to Earth Source Power being the most substantial and solid, capable of carrying all life.

Though Tu Zhengnan's personality was somewhat flamboyant and arrogant, his talent was extraordinary. Holding the Central Wuji Spear made him instantly steady.

His imposing figure truly was like endless thick earth, broad and fathomless.

Gao Xuan observed and praised, "Not bad. You've grasped some true meaning of endless Thick Earth."

Tu Zhengnan shook the Central Wuji Spear, causing the entire Virtual Divine Realm to resonate.

He said to Gao Xuan, "If you can defeat my spear, I'll listen to whatever you have to say."

Gao Xuan shook his finger at Tu Zhengnan, "Boy, let me give you a word of advice. Once you draw your spear against me, there's no turning back."

Tu Zhengnan shouted, "No need for words. Watch the spear!"

The Profound Yellow Divine Spear thrust towards Gao Xuan, its speed not fast but its presence was vast and immense, like a collapsing mountain, like a rolling earth.

Gao Xuan felt his whole body sink, the gravitational force from Earth Source Power suddenly magnified by millions.

The surrounding structures collapsed instantly, forming pits, and Gao Xuan was suppressed by his own weight, his bones and flesh rapidly distorted and compressed under the pressure.

With Gao Xuan's capability, he was momentarily immobilized.

Silently, Huo Yunheng summoned the Nine Yang Flame Light Sword, supreme yang and fierce, the strongest artifact of the Huo Family.

The Nine Yang Flame Light Sword had no physical form. Upon its release, nine fiery wheels connected together appeared.

The temperature soared abruptly, reaching an inconceivably high degree in an instant.

All substances were disintegrating into vapor in the intense heat, even turning into blobs of plasma.

The Nine Yang Flame Light Sword, formed from nine suns, chopped towards Gao Xuan mercilessly.

Mu Yuan activated the Cyan Dragon Wind Thunder Banner, and the immense cyan banner unfurled, transforming into a giant Cyan Tree that shot into the sky.

The branches of the Cyan Tree extended, covering the entire space.

Shuimiao and Jin Yuyao also joined in, one wielding the Beiming Xuanwu Whip and the other the White Tiger Immortal-Slaying Sword.

The Beiming Xuanwu Whip was like a black dragon, encircling all directions, sealing time and space.

The White Tiger Immortal-Slaying Sword was fierce in its killing intent, targeting Gao Xuan's Divine Soul.

Although Tu Zhengnan was the first to act, he merely controlled the Thick Earth Divine Realm to suppress Gao Xuan.

Mu Yuan's Cyan Dragon Wind Thunder then locked the Sea of Source Power, converting it into an infinite storm and thunder alongside the Central Wuji Divine Spear to seal the space.

The Beiming Xuanwu Whip aimed to seal Gao Xuan's Divine Soul, using the gentle-strong power of the Beiming Xuanwu to entwine Gao Xuan.

The true killing moves were the Nine Yang Flame Light Sword and the White Tiger Immortal-Slaying Sword.

These two artifacts were true slaughtering Divine Swords, adept at attacking both body and soul.

The five Divine-level powerhouses immediately joined forces to attack directly, a decisiveness that slightly surprised Gao Xuan, who thought these high-status individuals wouldn't stoop that low.

Their coordination was raw, yet the combined divine power was overwhelming.

Gao Xuan didn't intend to withstand it head-on. Before the combined divine powers could strike, his body silently exploded into a burst of blood light.

The intense blood light transformed into a Bright and Sharp Sword Light, soaring skyward, slashing directly at the vast Cyan Tree covering the sky.

Gao Xuan's response surprised everyone.

He self-destructed his body, causing his Divine Soul aura to vanish instantly. The White Tiger Immortal-Slaying Sword and the Nine Yang Flame Light Sword lost their target, their sword light faltering.

Only Mu Yuan, positioned above, had to endure the full force of the sword light transformed from Gao Xuan's Essence Blood.

Mu Yuan felt a pang of anxiety, though five had joined forces, he now had to face Gao Xuan's desperate strike alone.

Realizing the situation, fleeing would be prudent if he couldn't act. But if he chose to confront, it put his life at risk.

Quickly considering everything, Mu Yuan decided against evasion. If Gao Xuan escaped, the cosmos vast, where would they find him again?

At this juncture, a life-and-death struggle ensued. With the Cyan Dragon Wind Thunder Banner in hand, he refused to believe he'd truly lose to Gao Xuan.

The Cyan Tree overshadowing the sky suddenly emitted cyan wind and thunder, retracting its umbrella-like canopy, enveloping the ascending blood-red sword light entirely.

Witnessing this, Qin Shiyue grew tense. He knew the critical moment had arrived; suppressing Gao Xuan meant Gao Xuan would no longer stand a chance...

(Second update~)