Ling Tian Sword God-Chapter 654 - 652 Difficulty_1

An extremely profound surge of energy suddenly exploded from Wutugu’s body, reaching the level of the Sky Apex Realm.

To cultivate to the Sky Apex Realm with physical strength alone.

From a distance, Ling Chen could see clearly that Wutugu was not an ordinary Top Sky Apex Strong. He couldn’t sense any fluctuations of True Qi from him, only his Barbarian Power—an incomparably fearsome Barbarian Power.

Under the intimidation of this aura, Aguila was completely suppressed. His own aura was shattered before it could even erupt.

"Who would’ve thought you’d reach this realm!"

Aguila retreated more than a dozen steps, a shocked expression suddenly emerging on his face.

Wutugu’s Cultivation had likely reached the formidable extent of the Fifth Level of Sky Apex Realm.

This level of Cultivation was rare among the entire Barbarian Tribe; few could match him.

"Aguila, I will spare your wretched life this time. If you dare to act recklessly in front of me again, I will obliterate you directly. After all, many are waiting to fill your position as Elder."

Wutugu merely glanced at Aguila and gave him a warning before withdrawing his aura.

Although he found Aguila extremely displeasing, the man was, after all, a Barbarian Tribe Elder. If Wutugu were to kill him without reason, it would be difficult to maintain the tribe’s support.

"Let’s go!"

Wutugu turned and grinned at Nina, then left the square with her.

"Damn it."

A cold light flashed in Aguila’s eyes, his thoughts unknown.

「...」

After leaving the square, Wutugu led Nina to a secluded woodland outside the village.

"Now it’s just the two of us. You can speak the truth," Wutugu suddenly said, turning to Nina.

"What truth?" Nina asked, looking a little flustered.

"Are you even deceiving your own father? Who taught you your martial arts?"

Wutugu smiled, a glint in his eyes. "To have trained you to this level in just one short month, that person must be a peerless Expert."

"Father, you’re truly clever! I couldn’t hide this from you."

Nina had thought she had hidden it well, but Wutugu had guessed it all along.

She decided not to hide it anymore and said, "My martial arts were all taught by my master from the outside world. If it weren’t for him, I couldn’t imagine having the opportunity to gain the strength I have now."

"Oh?" Wutugu’s eyes narrowed slightly. "Where is your master now? I’m quite keen on meeting him."

"Clan Leader, if you wish to meet me, is it to truly express gratitude, or to call me to account for my actions?"

As Wutugu’s voice fell, a hearty laugh echoed from mid-air. The next moment, a figure darted through the woods and landed before them.

The figure wore a Long Sword at his waist and was dressed in clothes whiter than snow, his robes fluttering – it was none other than Ling Chen.

"Your Excellency, you took the trouble to teach my daughter martial arts, helping her regain her confidence and set foot on the path of Cultivation. For that, I am eternally grateful."

Wutugu’s gaze fell on Ling Chen, and his eyes tightened slightly, becoming somewhat guarded. "However, you are an outsider. Why have you come to our Barbarian Tribe’s land? What is your scheme?"

As he spoke, he suddenly stamped his foot. A fierce surge of power exploded outwards, causing the ground to tremble violently.

An exceedingly oppressive force instantly bore down on Ling Chen. From atop Wutugu’s head, phantoms of innumerable fierce beasts—dragons, tigers, wolves, and leopards—formed by Vital Energy smoke, erupted and shot directly towards the sky.

"Vital Energy Smoke!"

Ling Chen’s pupils contracted sharply. When a person’s internal Vital Energy becomes concentrated to a certain degree, it forms Vital Energy Smoke. The stronger the Vital Energy, the denser the smoke. For Wutugu’s Vital Energy Smoke to be accompanied by beast phantoms is truly terrifying.

BOOM!

Ling Chen refused to be outdone and directly employed the Ancient Saint King Battle Technique. His Cultivation broke through to the Sky Apex Realm, triggering a piercing Sword Intent. This Sword Intent shot to the sky, carving a sword mark into the heavens and causing the Feng Yun to churn.

"Such strength at such a young age."

Wutugu looked astonished. In his estimation, Ling Chen was only nineteen years old, twenty at most, yet he could already emit such startling power.

This young man is truly extraordinary.

The younger generation of their Barbarian Tribe couldn’t catch up even if they spurred their horses.

"Dad, don’t be alarmed! This is my teacher, Ling Chen," Nina said, urgently tugging at Wutugu’s sleeve. She now deeply admired Ling Chen and couldn’t bear the thought of Wutugu harming him.

"I was just teasing your young master," Wutugu said, shaking his head with a smile. His original intention was merely to test Ling Chen; the strength revealed had truly exceeded his expectations.

"My master is a good person. He came to the Hundred Thousand Mountains with no intention of causing offense. He just wants to obtain the Deer Reviving Grass to save his friend," Nina explained to Wutugu.

"Deer Reviving Grass?"

Wutugu was stunned for a moment, then shook his head. "I advise you to give up that idea. The Deer Reviving Grass is enshrined in the Barbaric Temple. Even I cannot obtain it, let alone an outsider like you."

Hearing this, Ling Chen furrowed his brows slightly. However, he was clearly not one to give up easily, and Wutugu’s words were within his expectations.

"Is there absolutely no way?"

Ling Chen touched his chin and said calmly, "About seventy years ago, someone named Gu Qingfeng came here. As I recall, he successfully obtained the Deer Reviving Grass. Regardless, I believe there might still be a glimmer of hope. I hope the Clan Leader can point me in the right direction."

Since Gu Qingfeng could do it, there’s no reason I can’t.

"Seventy years ago?"

Wutugu pondered for a moment, then nodded. "Yes, there was such a person. That year, to save his wife, he tried to force his way into the Barbaric Temple to take the Deer Reviving Grass. However, he was thwarted by the Temple’s Protective Array and returned unsuccessful."

Hearing this, Ling Chen’s expression grew grave. It seems the Barbaric Temple truly isn’t an easy place to enter. Gu Qingfeng, who was at least at the Sixth Layer of Sky Apex Realm back then, still couldn’t break in and was helpless. If it were me now, the result would likely be the same.

"After several failures, Gu Qingfeng stopped trying to force his way in. Later, he agreed to do something for the Temple. The High Priest promised him that if he completed the task, he would be given the Deer Reviving Grass as a reward."

"Oh?" A gleam flickered in Ling Chen’s eyes. "May I know what the task was?"

"Considering you are Nina’s master, let me advise you: it’s best not to inquire further."

Wutugu shook his head, his expression extremely serious. "The price for completing this task could very well be your life. In fact, it’s highly probable—nine times out of ten—that you would die in the attempt."

"Unless you are willing to disregard your own Life and Death for a stalk of Deer Reviving Grass."

Wutugu looked at Ling Chen. He had made his position clear; Ling Chen’s course of action was now his own choice.