Chapter 466: Two Wheel-Turning Realm Experts
The entire area fell silent as the three great masters of Yuan Gate appeared. Everyone instantly understood the significance: the previously unknown Heaven Mansion had surprisingly grown to a level capable of directly challenging Yuan Gate, the foremost super-sect of the Eastern Xuan Region.
Furthermore, the leader of this Heaven Mansion was none other than Lin Langtian, a genius disciple of Yuan Gate who, merely half a year ago, was praised as the Eastern Xuan Region's greatest prodigy.
At this revelation, many observers felt their curiosity rise, intrigued by how Lin Langtian had managed to form such a powerful organization in such a short time, and why he had fallen out with Yuan Gate.
Within the Yuan Gate formation, Tian Yuanzi and the other two sect masters clearly sensed the impressive strength of Lin Langtian's forces, causing their expressions to turn serious. Regardless of whether they were willing to acknowledge it, it was undeniable that Lin Langtian was no longer the mere disciple he was six months ago.
"Back then, we shouldn't have given you any chance. We should have eliminated you sooner, since your heart was never truly with Yuan Gate," Tian Yuanzi sighed coldly.
"Oh? You call it giving me a chance when you stood by as the Tianxuan Sect's master tried to kill me, forced me to assassinate my own sister, and even secretly placed the Demonic Emperor Lock inside me?" Lin Langtian replied with a mocking smile, his voice full of sarcasm. These three masters had indeed been ruthless, attempting to control him with that sinister artifact. Had he not possessed extraordinary treasures, he would have ended up like Zhou Tong, becoming Yuan Gate's puppet.
Listening to Lin Langtian's words, the audience finally understood the reason behind Lin Langtian's departure from Yuan Gate. No wonder this genius disciple, even more talented than Yuan Gate's Three Little Kings, had chosen to abandon his sect. It seemed Yuan Gate had severely mistreated him.
Though these were only Lin Langtian's words, anyone familiar with Yuan Gate's internal workings instantly believed the truth behind them. As a result, numerous gazes fell upon Tian Yuanzi's group, filled with subtle mockery at their short-sightedness in losing such an exceptional disciple.
Noticing the contemptuous looks directed at him, Ren Yuanzi furrowed his brows, killing intent flashing through his eyes. Had the timing been right, Yuan Gate would have immediately wiped out these meddlesome factions. How dare they openly disrespect Yuan Gate?
Tian Yuanzi narrowed his eyes, staring coldly at Lin Langtian and declared with icy intent, "It appears your heart was corrupted long ago. In that case, you cannot blame me for cleaning up Yuan Gate's house."
As soon as his voice fell, Tian Yuanzi's eyes flickered, activating a strand of dark energy previously planted within Lin Langtian's body. Instantly, dense, sinister black patterns—Demonic Emperor Locks—appeared on Lin Langtian's bones, twisting around his skeleton like parasitic worms.
"Oh? Planning to use the Demonic Emperor Lock against me again?" Lin Langtian sneered, seemingly amused. If it hadn't been for caution to avoid tipping off Yuan Gate prematurely, he would have long since eradicated this sinister restraint. Who would've thought Tian Yuanzi would awaken it again now?
With a single thought, Lin Langtian summoned a beam of black-golden light from within the Ancestral Golden Mirror. The brilliant black-gold beam enveloped the Demonic Emperor Lock instantly, rapidly devouring and dissolving it. In a matter of moments, the terrifying Demonic Emperor Lock completely vanished without a trace.
"What?!" Tian Yuanzi's expression shifted dramatically, shock evident on his usually composed face. The Demonic Emperor Lock was personally crafted by the Demonic Emperor himself to restrain even Wheel-Turning Realm experts. It was inconceivable that Lin Langtian, who hadn't even reached the Wheel-Turning Realm, could easily eliminate it.
Ren Yuanzi and Di Yuanzi exchanged stunned glances, similarly astonished by this unforeseen development.
After a brief pause, Tian Yuanzi, having recovered from his surprise, stared intently at Lin Langtian. With growing suspicion, he coldly remarked, "No wonder you dare betray Yuan Gate. It seems you indeed harbor significant secrets. Excellent. Today, I'll capture you and thoroughly discover exactly what you're hiding!"
"Betrayal? In my eyes, Yuan Gate isn't even worthy of being called a human sect," Lin Langtian sneered disdainfully. Although Yuan Gate had not yet fully revealed its sinister collusion with the foreign demons, Lin Langtian knew clearly that Tian Yuanzi would understand his implied meaning.
"Looks like you know more than you should," Tian Yuanzi responded icily, his eyes turning colder. Although unsure precisely how much Lin Langtian knew, the fact that he could break the Demonic Emperor Lock demonstrated his extraordinary abilities. Revealing their collusion with demons would instantly make Yuan Gate the enemy of the entire Tianxuan Continent. Lin Langtian was now a severe threat.
The realization further solidified Tian Yuanzi's determination—Lin Langtian must be eliminated.
"An arrogant brat with a sharp tongue. Allow me to show you the vast gulf between your ragtag group and Yuan Gate!" Ren Yuanzi barked angrily. His figure instantly blurred, appearing before Lin Langtian in an instant, a faint ripple of reincarnation energy swirling around his palm as he reached out.
Everyone gasped at Ren Yuanzi's sudden move, shocked that a Wheel-Turning Realm master would abruptly attack Lin Langtian. Just as his palm nearly landed on Lin Langtian, a deep, elderly voice suddenly resounded:
"Corrosive Devil Hand!"
With a deafening sound, a massive hand made of dark-green poison energy shot forth, intercepting Ren Yuanzi's palm. The collision emitted ear-piercing sizzling sounds as the potent poison instantly eroded the reincarnation energy.
The sudden counterattack startled Ren Yuanzi slightly, forcing him to acknowledge the powerful opponent whose strength nearly matched his own. Although surprised, Ren Yuanzi remained composed. He had already noticed the hidden expert, the infamous Poison Master, Dugu Qi.
As the terrifying poisonous energy exploded, creating a giant green mushroom cloud above, the onlookers hastily retreated in panic, fully realizing the devastating potency of the poison—something even peak Death Profound Realm masters could hardly resist.
After the toxic cloud dissipated, two figures hovered clearly in the sky. Ren Yuanzi stared coldly at the elder before him, finally recognizing him and sneering, "It really is you, Poison Master Dugu Qi. I never expected the renowned Poison Master to become the guard dog of a young brat. How pitiful."
Gasps erupted throughout the crowd at this revelation. Everyone was stunned by the emergence of the Poison Master, a legendary figure known as one of the Ten Great Experts of the Western Xuan Region.
"Poison Master Dugu Qi? The legendary master from the Western Xuan Region?"
"Didn't he vanish decades ago? Why is he here?"
"It seems he's joined Heaven Mansion! Incredible! With his strength, Heaven Mansion now has at least one Wheel-Turning Realm expert!"
"No wonder Lin Langtian dared to challenge Yuan Gate so openly. His Mansion already possesses terrifying backing!"
Across the sky, Tian Yuanzi's expression turned dark as he murmured grimly, "Dugu Qi was supposed to be near death, according to Lord Demon General's intel. How could he recover and join this brat's side? This boy is truly mysterious…"
"Enough!" Di Yuanzi snorted coldly, dismissing his concerns. "Even with Dugu Qi here, the three of us can handle him easily. Lin Langtian must die today."
"Indeed," Tian Yuanzi nodded solemnly. "Moreover, Lin Langtian likely possesses the Spatial Ancestral Symbol. We must reclaim it!"
At this moment, Di Yuanzi acted immediately, appearing before Lin Langtian to deliver a fatal blow. Dugu Qi tried to move, but Ren Yuanzi quickly blocked him, sneering disdainfully, "Is this your so-called loyalty, Poison Master?"
Dugu Qi smiled faintly, indifferent to his taunt, confident in Lin Langtian's hidden trump card.
Just as Di Yuanzi's attack was about to strike Lin Langtian, a silver glow flashed, materializing a black-robed figure in front of him. This figure wielded a silver blade, swiftly cutting through Di Yuanzi's reincarnation energy with astonishing ease.
Di Yuanzi screamed as blood sprayed from his wounded hand, instantly retreating to Tian Yuanzi's side, utterly shocked. Tian Yuanzi's eyes widened, sensing something disturbingly familiar about the new figure.
"Careful," Tian Yuanzi warned, deeply wary of the mysterious black-robed man whose power clearly matched theirs.
The crowd erupted once more at the revelation of yet another Wheel-Turning Realm expert. Two such powerful beings were supporting Lin Langtian! They finally realized the full might behind Heaven Mansion, comparable to any super sect!
Lin Langtian smirked calmly, nodding at the disguised Zhou Tong. Now with both Zhou Tong and Dugu Qi present, he confidently faced Tian Yuanzi and spoke decisively:
"It seems today, Yuan Gate won't easily trap my Heaven Mansion."
Tian Yuanzi's expression twisted with fury as he turned to Di Yuanzi, growling fiercely, "Leave the black-robed man to me. Kill Lin Langtian!"
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