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"There shouldn't be any problems now." Chen Ye dealt with the two sinister-looking fellows and glanced at Lin Shu's residence.

They immediately discovered that the mansion was shrouded in a peaceful white mist, and the crisis was no longer so great.

however.

The sound of gongs and drums came from a great distance, reaching all the way to Lin Shu's residence.

Chen Ye thought for a moment, then knocked on Lin Shu's door.

"Please come in."

Lin Shu's voice was old as he spoke.

Chen Ye entered the mansion and asked, "Old man, can you still hear the sound of gongs and drums?"

Lin Shu thought for a moment, then shook his head and said:
"Now that sound is gone, or rather, it has become very faint. If I don't listen carefully, I can't hear it at all."

"I see."

Chen Ye began to understand. The two guys who came here earlier, if nothing unexpected happened, were probably related to Lin Shu's fate.

Therefore, without a doubt, these two are the Soul Reapers, beings within the Spirit Realm.

However, the corresponding spirit world is a very gloomy spirit world.

It is completely different from the spirit world realm that I opened up.

The reason I can still hear this sound is probably because this area is closely related to this yin spirit world.

Therefore, Chen Ye walked directly out of the room and followed the direction of the gongs and drums, searching for the source of the sound.

Chen Ye has a very keen sense of hearing and immediately located the source of the sound.

He went out into the street, used the [Lightless Stalker] to conceal his presence, and headed straight for the place where the drums and gongs were being played.

He passed by the eaves of each house. The buildings here all looked very old, low houses, with tattered clothes hanging on the balconies. Without a doubt, the people living in this area were a group of lonely elderly people or people from the bottom of society.

It's not easy for them to live in this place.

Chen Ye discovered that once the distance between Lin Shu's residence and the surrounding area increased, the feng shui of these places became very bad.

Occasionally, you can see a few ragged homeless people sleeping on the street, sleeping soundly, and you can even hear them snoring. That's all they can do to sleep here.

Chen Ye's mind stirred, and he then walked towards a dilapidated temple.

The sound of gongs and drums coming from afar is gradually becoming clearer.

This is the Martial God's Courtyard. Above the vermilion gate, a large plaque is carved with three large characters in a vigorous, flowing style—

Shenwu Academy!
Passing through two vermilion gates that resemble screens, one enters the courtyard. Beside it is a wide well, which, like a stream, encircles the entire courtyard in an arc, surrounding it.

Some white shadows gradually appeared ahead, seemingly normal human silhouettes, appearing directly in front of us and as if enveloping the area.

As Chen Ye entered the courtyard, the figures gradually transformed into figures dressed in coarse cloth, some wearing official hats, others still children dancing and gesturing, all guarding a semi-enclosed stage, as if watching some kind of performance.

"This is just a theatrical troupe!"

Chen Ye walked in and suddenly saw a figure with a bronze head and iron arms above the stage. On its broad back, it carried two crescent-shaped swords, breathed flames, and was performing martial arts.

Beside them was a group of figures whose faces were shrouded in light gauze and who wore bronze drums on their chests. Judging from their figures, most of them were women and few were men. However, the men were usually children, and they were beating the bronze drums on their chests, making a rhythmic clanging sound.

Meanwhile, inside the temple of the Divine Martial Academy, stood a statue of a martial god with eyes as wide as copper bells. It was tall and majestic, with a string of prayer beads around its neck and two broad, crescent-shaped swords held aloft above its head. Its posture was very fierce, as if it had encountered foreign enemies and was about to cut them down here.

Below the statue of the God of War, white cloths were hung everywhere.

Corpses were placed inside the coffins below, as if some kind of ritual was being performed.

Just then, several figures of [Soul Reapers] suddenly appeared next door, pointing at Chen Ye and shouting:

"This is the man who killed our colleague. We must bring him down!"

In the blink of an eye, a large group of Soul Reapers surrounded Chen Ye, wielding their scythes with a loud, clattering sound.

These sickles, as if infused with some special vitality, coiled around Chen Ye like venomous snakes, enveloping him from all directions.

Chen Ye sneered.

He knew that if those sickles fell on him, nothing good would come of it.

But in Chen Ye's eyes, all these sickles were very slow.

Chen Ye's current speed is fast enough!
He immediately entered the [Lightless Stalker] mode, activated his Destiny Martial Skill, played the suona, and used the characteristics of the Book of Sealing to lock all the scythes at every angle.

These sickles are no longer of any use.

It's as if it's been sealed away!
All the Soul Reapers present looked on in utter astonishment, unable to comprehend why Chen Ye possessed such immense power.

At that moment, Chen Ye immediately began playing the suona.

next second...

The sound of suona horns, layer upon layer, immediately enveloped the area.

The footsteps of these "soul-reaping messengers" immediately seemed to take root in the ground, unable to move an inch.

"How could he possibly have such power?"

After being immobilized, the Soul Reaper was filled with disbelief.

After all, given their rank, they had already reached the fifth level.

Basically, every time I click on a hook, it's a perfect hit.

There is no realm that can suppress them.

But at this moment, after encountering Chen Ye, it was as if they had met their nemesis.

They were completely suppressed.

They could barely move an inch.

Chen Ye froze the Soul Reapers in place, his Heavenly Mandate Qi transforming into sharp swords that pinned their bodies to the wall. He coldly asked:
"Where are you from?"

These Soul Reapers immediately realized they had encountered a formidable opponent and quickly sighed:

"We were only ordered to come here to collect the souls and open this door. We never expected to offend a master like you. Please forgive us!"

Chen Ye frowned slightly and asked, "Did you open the Blood Gate?"

The [Soul Reapers] exchanged glances and quickly said:
“We also know about the Blood Gate, but the area we opened is not so sinister; it is also a gate belonging to the realm of the dead.”

"The domain of the dead?"

Chen Ye frowned slightly, then demanded, "Where is your main gate?"

"It's inside this statue of the God of War."

One of the [Soul Reapers] pointed to the enormous statue of the God of War and said:
"A special sacrificial method is required to open the corresponding door."

Chen Ye walked inside the statue of the God of War.

Using the Eye of Fortune to observe, I discovered a thick book beneath the statue of the God of War.

This book records the fate of life and death.

However, these life and death destinies were all written by these "Soul Reapers," making the situation appear quite chaotic. Chen Ye opened the book.

"Wait, this book must not be touched!"

A Soul Reaper quickly spoke up.

Chen Ye had already realized that Lin Shu's crisis was inextricably linked to this musical score, and he gave the [Soul Reapers] a cold look.

However, that single glance contained immense spiritual pressure, directly suppressing these [Soul Reapers] so much that they could hardly raise their heads.

"I'm just taking a look. Could there be any side effects?"

Chen Ye asked in a cold voice.

"That's not true..."

The several Soul Reapers realized they had encountered a truly ruthless person and quickly shook their heads.

Chen Ye opened the book and immediately saw the names on it, along with their corresponding lifespans.

At this moment.

Chen Ye found Lin Shu's name and immediately crossed it off.

These Soul Reapers immediately realized that Lin Shu was someone they couldn't mess with casually, and hurriedly said:

"Don't worry, if you protect this person, there will be no threat, and we won't make things difficult for these people."

Chen Ye smiled slightly and said, "Is everything recorded in this book so accurately?"

"That's not it..."

One of the Soul Reapers hesitated for a moment before revealing the truth: "After all, all beings here have a lifespan. Once they are nearly wiped out, we will come out to help them return to that kingdom. So this is what we have... It's a mission, but we may not be able to complete it."

"I see."

Chen Ye nodded slightly. Every spiritual thought in this world has its own destination.

Some can go directly to the spirit world, while others attach themselves to certain objects and possess their own thoughts, and may even come back to life at any time.

Therefore, death in the bizarre era was not the end.

There are still many places to go.

at this time.

Sacrificial ceremonies continue to be held in this area.

Chen Ye was curious about what else might happen in this place, so he decided to stay and watch.

Seeing such a powerful figure insist on staying here, the Soul Reapers looked at each other in bewilderment, and could only watch Chen Ye stay in this place without making a sound to disturb him.

A moment later, the spirits of the corpses placed beneath the statue of the God of War suddenly flew out and transformed into white shadows.

The white figures looked bewildered, as if they had no idea why they were in such a place.

After a while.

Suddenly, a giant eye split open from inside the statue of the God of War, watching the white figures.

The next second, the giant eye seemed to open a crack, leading to the deepest abyss, a place completely devoid of light, capable of directly sending these white figures to the deepest part of this place.

"Is that so?"

Chen Ye had a pretty good understanding of the local rituals.

It's very simple. As the spirit of the deceased, it can access certain special realms, so it opened a passage using this eye.

However, Chen Ye never expected that he would come into contact with such a thing.

After the ceremony concluded, the audience members left.

The entire Shenwu Academy was deserted again, with only the crimson moonlight shining on the tiles of the ancient buildings, making it look very desolate and lonely.

Chen Ye saw that the area had mostly been cleared up, and the [Soul Reapers] had also completed their mission and dispersed.

At that moment, Chen Ye had a sudden thought, and two hooks immediately appeared in his hands.

These hooks exuded a spiritual aura, but it was completely different from the spiritual sequence I had touched.

It seems to come from the exact opposite sequence.

and so.

It's practically impossible to absorb and fuse it into a special item.

However, because its attributes are highly compatible with the sequence of the [Spirit Realm], it can be stored and used as a special item.

Moreover, because it possesses the ability to draw out the soul, it could be of great use.

With Chen Ye as the [Spirit Angel], he can also use this item very well and bring it to its fullest potential.

Plus……

Chen Ye possesses five strands of Heavenly Mandate Qi, allowing him to activate [Heavenly Mandate Martial Skills] at any time to kill enemies.

With such a grappling hook, there's no doubt that it adds to our combat strength; it can't be a bad thing.

now.

Chen Ye stored the hook in the spatial ring of [Infinite City].

Afterwards, I wandered around the area, intending to see what the Divine Martial Academy was like.

His gaze fell upon the statue...

Chen Ye suddenly discovered a dark door that seemed to lead to another realm, a realm with infinite boundaries and a vast territory that appeared to have no limits.

Chen Ye was quite surprised to learn that this place was actually closely connected to the spirit world.

"I wonder where this door leads. There's a deep glassy light curtain inside, so we should be able to find quite a few special items."

Chen Ye thought to himself.

however.

Because this realm is full of danger, Chen Ye dared not enter it casually.

Even if you want to go in, you must be fully prepared before you can go in.

For example, leaving a silhouette of fate outside...

In short, surviving in this realm will definitely not be an easy task.

After touring the entire Shenwu Academy, Chen Ye roughly understood that this place was a sacrificial site and the place where this door was opened.

If it weren't for those few "Soul Reapers" initiating all of this, then this gate would not have opened.

Chen Ye began to plan how to take over the entire Divine Martial Academy.

After all, if they could take over the entire Divine Martial Academy, they would definitely have a way to open this door. (End of Chapter)