Chapter 492: Return of the Light Guy

Chapter 492: Return of the Light Guy

Moments ago

As his consciousness faded, Hui frowned. I feel like Im forgetting something

Ah, thats right. Give in. I should just give in.

Force pulled at Hui. He resisted weakly, clinging to Gui Deluns qi passages. A tearing sound echoed through his mind, and he was ripped in two. Part of him travelled outside, to Han Qin, while a part of him clung to Gui Delun.

Life qi burned through him. The last of Huis qi construct that remained inside Gui Delun burst into a thousand sparkles and faded away.

Give in.

But only for a moment!

Time passed. Han Qin slashed out. His sword cut through the barrier like paper. Sighing, he wiped his brow. Finally.

Outside of the barrier, Huis body slumped over. Zhubi coiled protectively around him, hissing at the seniors.

Gui Delun opened his eyes and rose from his meditation. Did the bug cause you that much trouble?

His talismans should not be taken lightly. He could be considered a once-in-a-hundred-years genius when it comes to talismans, Han Qin said warningly.

A figure in white bolted down from the heavens, dropping toward Gui Delun. Gui Delun gestured, calling a sword to block their attack. Li Xiang bared her teeth at him. Today, you face judgement.

I dont think so. Gui Delun swiped his sword. Li Xiang went flying.

Zhang Minyan darted up and caught Li Xiang, stopping her before she tumbled into the trees. Gui Delun, you should face me, not this child.

A choice between two children, Gui Delun scoffed. He whirled his sword around, then threw it at Zhang Minyan.

Backflipping, Zhang Minyan kicked the sword and sent it flying past. Gui Delun scowled and gestured it back to him, but before it could return, Zhang Minyan darted in. The two exchanged a flurry of blows too fast for the eye to follow as Li Xiang danced in and out, harrying Gui Delun without parting a hair from Zhang Minyans head.Visit no(v)eLb(i)n.com for the best novel reading experience

The head of a bat dropped down from the sky. Fen Long descended. He cast a dark look at Gui Delun, then turned to Han Qin. His eyes fell on the dimensional pouch dangling from Han Qins belt. I believe you have something that belongs to my friend.

Ha! Hes the one who has something that belongs to me. His knowledge ought to be mine. Im the one who granted him the opportunity for enlightenment. I laid the groundwork. He only took the final step, Han Qin spat back.

Be it as it may, you are on my territory. I will not suffer you to live, Fen Long said, raising his sword.

Your territory? Isnt it Gui Deluns? Han Qin taunted.

Fen Long snorted, unbothered. Sect politics come and go, as constant yet changeable as the tides. This, too, would pass in time. But since Ive been awakened, Ill step in. Now. Will you hand over Weiheng Hui, or will you die here?

What do I have to fear from a petty child who hasnt attained Immortality yet? Han Qin asked haughtily.

Bold words, for a man whos been defeated by a feckless coward like Weiheng Hui time and time again, Fen Long said, the corner of his lips quirking into a smile.

Han Qin flew toward Fen Long, enraged. Fen Long darted forth to meet him. Fire raged around Han Qins blade and flew forth from his aura. Fen Longs pale white aura clung close to his blade and body, understated but powerful. Neither possessed their full power, but both were experts with knowledge beyond their current realm. As the two battled, the world distorted around them under the force of the laws and techniques they unleashed.

This is my final clone. I wont give up so easily. Not when the knowledge Ive been seeking is at hand! Han Qin snarled.

Fen Long ignored him. He glanced up.

This little fire? Dont be such a coward, Chen Wuya scoffed, stepping forward.

Senior, thats phoenix fire! Huis dead pile of qi warned him.

Hmph. Chen Wuya waved his wing. A sword strike emanated from his feathers and smashed the ring of fire upward, deflecting it over Zhubis body and away behind him.

Hui re-formed. Uh. Thank you, Senior!

Chen Wuya shuffled his feathers. It was nothing.

Senior! The phoenix fire Hui pointed at Chen Wuyas wing.

Lifting his wing, Chen Wuya inspected the flame flickering at the end of one of his feathers. He turned his head and quickly yanked the feather out of his body, tossing it to the side. There. Its nothing to worry about.

Eh. Its that easy? Hui asked, touching his stomach. He touched nothing. His qi hands passed through his body. He glanced down, then shook his head. Right. Senior, wheres my body?

Its not as easy as it looks. Its only because I unfortunately have an excellent comprehension of the cycle of reincarnation that it appears simple. He gestured with his wing. Your bodys over there. But the better question is, wheres the other half of you?

Hui lifted his transparent hands. He turned them over, inspecting them front and back, then clenched them. A devious smile spread over his face. I think you should ask Senior Gui Delun that.

Chen Wuya turned. Dark eyes observed Gui Delun. After a moment, he threw back his head and cawed, just once. You might be a complete waste of talent, but even I have to admit, I didnt foresee that.

Senior is too kind to this small cultivator, Hui said, bowing shortly. He turned and flew quickly to his limp body. The light vanished into Huis chest, and a moment later, he gasped a breath and sat up, rubbing his chest. Ow, ow

Is this really half of your energy? Chen Wuya asked, cocking a brow. It seems

Ah, Senior, no need to say more. Small cultivator is already aware, Hui said.

Chen Wuya snorted. As long as youre aware, it must be fine, hmm? Unusually confident of you.

No, its Ive made my peace, Hui said, nodding quietly.

I thought you wanted immortality more than anything? Chen Wuya asked.

Hui lowered his head. Sometimes, dreams dont come true.

Giving up, then, Chen Wuya said dryly.

Mmm. Not quite. Ive had a feeling for a while now that this isnt the end of my path, but merely a momentary roadblock, Hui said, nodding. He bit his lip. Ah, but I cant be sure. It might simply be the end.

Chen Wuya shuffled his wings. He glanced up, black eyes reflecting the sky. Distantly, Fen Long and Han Qin battled. Take care. The underworld is no simple realm.

I understand, Hui said, nodding. One way or another I think Im ending up there.

I should know. I ruled one, once.

Eh?

Without another word, Chen Wuya took to the air once more. Ragged black wings cut through the sky. Another crow joined the countless birds circling high overhead.

Hui frowned. What was that all about?

Oh well. I think its time. Time for me to counterattack!