Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2236 - 147: Edge of the Blade (Part 2)

The comment acted as a catalyst. Stepping forward, the young woman who reigned as the Realm Master of the Illusion Sky Realm let out a tinkling laugh that echoed in the ears of all present:

"Today, the Yin Family shall..."

"Hold on a moment."

Just then.

A tranquil and soft voice rippled through the frozen deluge of Chaos Origin Substance hanging above.

Hearing this, the crowd instinctively looked upward, oblivious to the voice's origin or meaning.

Yin Tianzhi’s face shifted slightly, a flicker of astonishment crossing his gaze.

Behind him, the Second Ancestor and Yin Penglai also lifted their heads in sheer bewilderment.

From within the leaden torrent of Chaos Origin Substance, a vibrant green stream suddenly erupted; the stagnant chaos surged once more, exploding into violent waves!

Accompanied by a thunderous roar, the emerald current descended gracefully before the Yin Family cultivators under the watchful eyes of the assembly.

Emerging from the stream was a figure draped in green robes.

Though his features were plain, his aura was remarkably refined and elegant.

His eyes sparkled like distant stars, possessing a magnetic charm that was hard to ignore.

"It is Fellow Daoist Taiyi! How has he returned?"

Yin Penglai shouted in shock, quickly urging:

"Fellow Daoist Taiyi, get back here immediately!"

Sensing something unusual, Yin Tianzhi locked his eyes on the green-robed man, his expression a mix of suspicion and wonder:

"This aura... has he actually undergone his Tribulation? Yet, he clearly wasn't acknowledged by the heart of Zhang’s Ruins..."

At that same time.

Wan Kongcheng, who had been recuperating from grievous wounds at the rear, stood up abruptly upon spotting the newcomer and cried out:

"It's him! He is that Unification cultivator! The spy for the Supreme True Buddha!"

The words had barely left his lips when he seemed to realize something; his face paled as he frantically retracted:

"No, I am mistaken! It isn't him!"

However, since even the weakest individuals present were at the Void Refining stage, and his voice was unmasked, everyone caught Wan Kongcheng’s outburst.

Their collective attention naturally shifted to the man in green.

The figure remained perfectly poised.

His gaze drifted over the gathered crowd, pausing briefly on Wan Kongcheng before settling on the three mid-stage Tribulation-crossing experts and the shadowy figures encircling them. With a focused mind, he spoke in a measured tone:

"Outer Practitioner Taiyi offers his greetings. Have you caused such a stir simply to find me?"

This newcomer was, of course, Wang Ba.

The youth in blue robes, Tian Guiye, narrowed his eyes slightly.

The white-haired Elder glared at him with a gaze as cold as an ice cavern, his voice shivering with frigid intent:

"Were you the one who took Yuxian's life!?"

The young woman from the Illusion Sky Realm let out another giggle:

"Hehe, our business is with the Yin Family's Tributor, not a mere Outer Practitioner. This doesn't involve you."

Discerning her underlying meaning, Wang Ba turned his head slightly toward Yin Tianzhi and spoke with composure:

"Yin Ancestor..."

Yin Tianzhi’s eyes flickered. He understood Wang Ba's intent and, setting aside his hesitation, replied instantly:

"Young friend, speak your mind. The situation is already as dire as it can be."

Bolstered by Yin Tianzhi’s blessing, Wang Ba felt a sense of relief. He faced the opposing cultivators and stated calmly:

"Allow me to introduce myself once more. I am 'Taiyi,' a Fourth-class Tributor of the Yin Family. You may address me as 'True Man Taiyi.'"

"Regarding Fan Yuxian and the Joyful Spirit Saintess—I beheaded them personally. The Yin Family had no part in it, and as of now, my formal ties with them are severed."

With a flick of his wrist, two artifacts belonging to the deceased Fan Yuxian and the Joyful Spirit Saintess flew from his sleeve, landing before the white-haired Elder and the young woman.

The Elder snatched the treasure Fan Yuxian had dropped upon his death, the veins on his hand bulging as a wave of grief and fury washed over him.

The young woman’s expression darkened as she felt the lingering aura of the Joyful Spirit Saintess on the item before her.

Simultaneously, despite their earlier suspicions, the Yin Family Ancestors were stunned to hear Wang Ba openly admit to slaying two Tribulation-crossing experts.

Killing two early-stage Tribulation cultivators single-handedly and in such short order was a feat even they would find daunting.

And at that time, he had only been at the Unification stage!

Yin Penglai trembled and started to speak, but the Second Ancestor quickly silenced him.

A chill ran through Yin Tianzhi’s heart, a complex look in his eyes.

He sent a hushed voice transmission:

"Young friend, your words are in vain. They aren't here for you... Now that you've reached the Tribulation-crossing stage, you shouldn't throw yourself into this disaster!"

Wang Ba did not turn around. His face remained impassive as he replied:

"The Yin Family has treated me fairly, so I shall do the same for them. One must never act against their own Dao-heart."

In his past, though he wished to keep his Dao-heart pure, he had often been rendered helpless by circumstance.

Now, after the passage of time, his Dao-heart was polished and bright.

He finally held the power to ensure his path remained untainted.

Even if he failed, he would have no regrets.

This was his integrity.

Moved by these words, Yin Tianzhi ceased his attempts to persuade him. His eyes sharpened as if he had come to a final decision, and he whispered:

"If the opportunity arises, please lead the Yin Family descendants out of Zhang’s Ruins."

Wang Ba answered softly:

"Yin Ancestor, do not worry. Things may not turn out so grimly."

Yin Tianzhi could only manage a bitter smile; he knew the severity of their plight better than anyone.

Even if he didn't understand why the Master of Ten Thousand Demon Palace had interfered, the combined might of three factions left the Yin Family with no hope.

Just as expected, the young woman from the Illusion Sky Realm giggled once more: