Martial Conquest of the Nine Desolates-Chapter 478 - 464: The Treasure Land of the Yellow Hall

Boom!

Atop the arena, two formidable opponents unleashed their peak strength. Like two meteors colliding, a deafening explosion reverberated under the public’s gaze. The arena, constructed from a special material, instantly shattered inch by inch amidst a cloud of dust.

The disciples below the arena held their breaths. Through the billowing dust, one could see the two experts clashing. Xiao Ye remained unmoved, while Xie Ming’s body shuddered, vomiting blood with a wow, and was sent flying by Xiao Ye’s palm, crashing into the ground below the arena.

At that moment, the square fell into a deathly silence. All watching disciples’ expressions solidified as if they were petrified, their faces filled with disbelief.

Xie Ming had unleashed his strongest ability yet was defeated by a single palm from Xiao Ye without the slightest chance to struggle.

The winning condition for this duel was for Xiao Ye to withstand ten moves from Xie Ming. However, the result was Xie Ming’s complete defeat. This outcome was utterly overturning, leaving everyone in shock.

"In reality... with this new disciple’s strength, he could have defeated Xie Ming in one move from the beginning..." At that moment, an elder disciple muttered, causing everyone’s jaws to drop.

Indeed, with Xiao Ye’s ability, had he made a move initially, Xie Ming could have been defeated in one strike.

That meant Xiao Ye had been holding back all along, waiting until the tenth move to strike.

Realizing this, the many disciples couldn’t help but feel shocked, looking at Xiao Ye in the arena with awe.

"This... how is this possible!" From the crowd, Tian Yuan, with a stunned face.

Half a month ago, he had gone to the Tianjiao Kingdom to bring Xiao Ye back and had even sparred with him. He knew all too well that Xiao Ye was now twice as strong as before. Even Xie Ming couldn’t match him, rendering his perfect plans useless.

Xiao Ye’s talent was terrifying. To be able to increase his power so significantly in such a short time was inconceivable.

"This duel, the new disciple, Xiao Ye, wins!" The white-haired Elder hosting the arena declared authoritatively. He then transferred one thousand top-grade essence stones, wagered by Xie Ming, into Xiao Ye’s space ring.

"Thank you, Elder." Xiao Ye received the space ring, a smile appearing on his face, and he expressed his gratitude.

The white-haired Elder, always appearing stern in the Yellow Hall, showed a smile of approval and said softly: "Xiao Ye, you were personally brought to us by the Ninth Elder. Of course, we ten old men have to give you special care."

"If anything like this arises in the future, you can directly report it so we can shield you."

Xiao Ye was momentarily stunned upon hearing this and then reluctantly nodded, though he thought otherwise in his heart.

How could he refuse these freely offered top-grade essence stones?

Seeing Xiao Ye’s expression, the white-haired elder’s face darkened, and he uttered a cold "Hmph": "Xiao Ye, your strength is commendable, being able to defeat foes across several realms in the Void Martial Realm, but do not forget, this is Taiyi Palace."

"Even though we are the lowest-ranked Yellow Hall, it has many strong youths. They are far beyond your current reach, so it is best not to carry a prideful demeanor."

His rebuke was like a bucket of cold water poured over Xiao Ye, making him shiver. He quickly nodded in agreement.

Indeed, not to mention others, among the senior disciples present, many exuded a prowess that could pressure him immensely. The one thing Taiyi Palace was never short of was geniuses; he was still very weak.

Seeing Xiao Ye’s compliant attitude, the white-haired elder nodded in satisfaction before speaking again: "Strive on. Once you ascend to the King Martial Realm, with your talent, you will definitely be able to enter Xuanzi Hall."

"My name is He Shaohan, and I’m one of the Ten Law Enforcement Elders of the Yellow Palace. Should you have any doubts, you can come directly to my residence."

Xiao Ye’s heart surged with excitement upon hearing this; after all, the elder was a significant figure. This was a rare opportunity to become familiar with Taiyi Palace.

Seizing this opportunity, Xiao Ye immediately approached He Shaohan to enquire further.

Tian Yuan, from the crowd, saw that Xiao Ye, who had just entered the Yellow Hall, was already on such close terms with the influentially significant Elder He Shaohan, and his expression dramatically changed.

He knew that many disciples in the Yellow Hall had tried to curry favor with He Shaohan by offering numerous cultivation resources. If they could cling to this powerful figure, they could act with impunity in the Yellow Hall.

Unfortunately, He Shaohan was a very rigid character and had expelled all those disciples, ignoring them completely.

"Damn, this kid is lucky, I shouldn’t provoke him in the future."

Tian Yuan thought to himself and was about to leave when suddenly, a chilling voice came: "Brother Tian Yuan, where do you think you’re going?"

Tian Yuan’s body shuddered, then he turned, looking at Xiao Ye who was sporting a mocking smile. With a rigid face, he forced a smile and said: "Congratulations to Junior Brother Xiao Ye for the victory. I believe it will not be long before our Yellow Hall has another disciple in the King Martial Realm."

"I see you look quite disappointed," Xiao Ye said, noticing the other’s hypocritical demeanor, and felt a surge of disgust.

Upon hearing this, Tian Yuan’s expression slightly changed, and a sense of panic overwhelmed him, fearing that his secrets were seen through by Xiao Ye. He hastily shook his head and said, "In my heart, I have always hoped for Junior Brother Xiao Ye to succeed, how could I be disappointed?"

"Is that so?" Xiao Ye sneered coldly. Under everyone’s gaze, he took steps towards Tian Yuan, "Do you dare to say that Xie Ming’s troubling me was not instigated by you in the dark?"

As soon as these words were uttered, Tian Yuan became even more panicked, his eyes darting around as he quickly denied it.

"Junior Brother Xiao Ye, it was he who incited me. If he hadn’t leaked the information to me, how would I have known Junior Brother Xiao Ye’s residence?" At this moment, the injured Xie Ming, looking wretched, walked over, his eyes flashing with a resentful glare.

Seeing Tian Yuan’s submissive demeanor towards Xiao Ye not long ago, and recalling what Tian Yuan had said to him before, he immediately realized that he had always been used as a pawn by Tian Yuan, and anger surged within him uncontrollably.

"I suffer, and I won’t let you have it easy!" Xie Ming glared furiously at Tian Yuan.

With his deceit exposed in public, Tian Yuan panicked to the extreme, fearfully watching as He Shaohan approached.

"Hmph, disciples of Taiyi Palace should be focused on cultivation, yet you stoop so low. Tian Yuan, do you recognize your crime?" Two chilly beams shot from He Shaohan’s eyes, manifesting the undeniable dignity of a King Martial Realm Expert.

Tian Yuan’s body trembled, in the presence of the most austere Elder of the Yellow Hall, he dared not talk back, fearing heavier punishment. He quickly pleaded with a wailing face, "Elder He, this disciple knows his wrongs, this disciple will never dare to offend Junior Brother Xiao Ye ever again."

"Hmph, keep those words for Xiao Ye. As long as he is willing to forgive you, I can overlook the past," Elder He said coldly with a flick of his sleeve.

"Junior Brother Xiao Ye..." Upon hearing this, Tian Yuan looked at Xiao Ye with a begging expression.

But Xiao Ye remained silent, looking back with a mocking gaze.

Seeing that Xiao Ye remained silent for a long time, Tian Yuan became even more uneasy. Gritting his teeth, he took off his Space Ring and said, "Junior Brother Xiao Ye, there are still four hundred High Grade Essence Stones in my Space Ring, I hope Junior Brother Xiao Ye can forgive me."

Xiao Ye was slightly surprised. With Tian Yuan’s capabilities, to have four hundred Top-grade Essence Stones was unexpected. Seeing the pained expression on the other’s face, he coldly laughed.

There was no doubt, these four hundred High Grade Essence Stones must have taken Tian Yuan a long time to accumulate.

Xiao Ye stretched out his hand and decisively took the Space Ring. After verifying with his consciousness and finding no issues, he stashed it away.

"So, Junior Brother Xiao Ye, may I leave now?" Tian Yuan, enduring the pain, cautiously spoke to Xiao Ye.

"Leave? Where to? Did I ever say I forgave you? These Top-grade Essence Stones you gave to me, why shouldn’t I accept them?" Xiao Ye said indifferently with his hands behind his back.

"You!" Tian Yuan was stunned by these words, and then became so angry that he almost blacked out and passed out.

His four hundred High Grade Essence Stones, accumulated over several years, were so casually given to Xiao Ye.

Seeing Tian Yuan’s condition, Xiao Ye felt immensely satisfied, then turned to address He Shaohan with respect, "Elder He, as a Law Enforcement Elder, dealing with punishments is up to you."

Elder He was also amused by Xiao Ye, secretly thinking how ruthless this young man truly was.

But such a trivial figure as Tian Yuan could not evoke any importance or sympathy in him, and with a wave of his hand, he declared, "As a disciple of the Yellow Hall, Tian Yuan forsakes cultivation for scheming against a new disciple, violating the Holy Palace’s rules, he shall be punished by spending two months in Gale Territory."

"Gale Territory!" Upon hearing these three words, Tian Yuan’s face showed immense fear, and he collapsed to the ground in despair, dragged away by the enforcing disciples.

"It seems there are quite a few perilous places within the Holy Palace," Xiao Ye thought, watching Tian Yuan’s reaction.

He also learned about many unique places within the Holy Palace from He Shaohan, such as lands specifically helping Martial Artists accelerate their mastery of Mysteries.

"Elder He, I need to return to cultivation, thank you for your favor," Xiao Ye said, bowing to He Shaohan, ready to leave.

"Xiao Ye, don’t rush off. I heard from Elder Tian Jiu that you have comprehended the Slaughter Principle, which is the most difficult among the Three Great Laws?" He Shaohan stared at Xiao Ye and asked.

Xiao Ye was startled, then nodded.

"Haha, then your opportunity has come. Disciples of the Yellow Hall are ranked the lowest in the Holy Palace, many treasure lands are off-limits to us, but there is one land that is most suitable for you, and you can enter now," He Shaohan laughed.

Xiao Ye’s heart raced, from the words of the Elder, that treasure land he could now enter must undoubtedly be associated with comprehending the Slaughter Principle.

"Please enlighten me, Elder He!" Xiao Ye suppressed the excitement in his heart and eagerly asked.

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