Prehistoric: The female saint Shiji, brilliant and talented

Just as his footsteps passed the skeleton that marked Lu Mingzhong's fall and stepped into a relatively empty black stone plaza—

"Hehehe... I have been silent here for countless long years, and today, finally, fresh flesh and souls have been delivered to my door..."

A sinister laugh, sharp and grating like the scraping of metal, suddenly echoed throughout the space without warning.

The laughter wasn't loud, but it penetrated deep into the soul, carrying a sinister power that eroded the mind, making people involuntarily feel a chill down their spine.

Shi Ji stopped abruptly, secretly circulating her magical power to its peak, and looked warily in the direction from which the laughter came.

The void ahead rippled and twisted like water, and then a figure shrouded in a deep, dark full-body armor that seemed to absorb all light slowly stepped out from the ripples.

The appearance of this black-robed cultivator did not cause any energy fluctuations, but simply by standing there, he gave people an eerie feeling that he was completely integrated with the surrounding environment.

Shi Ji's pupils contracted slightly, and her mind suddenly tensed.

He sensed an extremely strong danger signal emanating from this black-robed cultivator!

This sense of danger far exceeded that of any opponent he had encountered before, and even gave him the illusion that the other party seemed to possess the terrifying power to crush him with a flick of the wrist!
"Boy, who are you? State your name."

The black-robed monk's voice came through his mask, hoarse and deep, devoid of any emotion, yet containing an undeniable authority.

Shi Ji took a deep breath, suppressing the pounding in her heart, clasped her hands in a respectful bow, and replied humbly and respectfully, "Junior Shi Ji greets Senior."

Before you know the other party's background, proper etiquette can prevent unnecessary conflicts.

"Shiji?"

The black-robed cultivator seemed to ponder for a moment, then coldly replied, "I have never heard of it."

It seems you are not a member of any faction belonging to this established star system.

"Senior, you are wise. I am indeed from elsewhere."

Shi Ji nodded in agreement.

"If that's the case, why did you trespass into my forbidden area? And why did you kill my servants? Are you not afraid of being annihilated, body and soul?"

The black-robed cultivator's gaze, peering through his mask, was like two cold, sharp swords, locked onto Shi Ji, his chilling killing intent undisguised.

Shi Ji's mind raced. The "servants" the other party mentioned must be those ghostly soldiers from earlier.

He remained expressionless and explained, "Senior, you may have misunderstood something."

I have no connection with Lu Mingzhong and the others who perished here before, and I did not come here for them.

"This junior's intrusion here... was truly out of necessity, for a personal treasure of utmost importance to me has been inadvertently lost in this underworld, and thus I have come to retrieve it."

"Oh? Treasure hunting?"

The black-robed cultivator seemed slightly intrigued, his voice remaining icy, "What treasure are you searching for? And where is it?"

Shi Ji pointed to the edge of the square, below a cliff face that was right next to a sheer drop of ten thousand feet. There was a seemingly inconspicuous black boulder with a smooth surface and faintly visible natural patterns.

"I sensed that the aura of that treasure ultimately points to that boulder."

Upon hearing this, the black-robed cultivator turned his gaze to the boulder.

He didn't step forward immediately, but instead, from a distance, he extended his fingers, covered by black armor, and gently touched and stroked the boulder in mid-air, as if sensing something.

The whole process lasted a long time before he slowly withdrew his finger and remained silent.

"Is the treasure you mentioned related to this stone?"

After a long pause, the black-robed cultivator finally spoke coldly.

"Exactly.

This item is of utmost importance to me, and I hope you will do me the favor.

Shi Ji answered affirmatively.

However, the black-robed cultivator's next words made Shi Ji's heart sink: "This stone, and everything here, already belongs to me."

Now, it's mine.

Shi Ji was immediately taken aback.

He never expected that the other party would be so arrogant and domineering, wanting to take the treasure he had identified as his own with just a few words.

He suppressed his anger and tried to negotiate: "Senior, this item may not be of much use to you, but it is a matter of life and death for me."

This junior is willing to exchange other rare magical treasures or elixirs, only asking that the senior would part with them.

"No change."

The black-robed monk's answer was crisp and decisive, leaving no room for negotiation, and he didn't even bother to give a reason.

Shi Ji's face gradually darkened.

The other party's attitude was arrogant and condescending, completely showing indifference and disdain as if looking down on ants, and there was absolutely no reasoning with them.

This blatant act of extortion and plunder completely enraged Shi Ji.

"Senior's actions are far too domineering!"

Since this item is destined for me, and I was the first to find it, how can it belong to you simply because of your word?

Shi Ji's voice also turned cold.

"Humph!

How dare you, a mere ant, discuss fate with me? What I set my sights on is mine!
"I'm giving you three breaths to get out of here right now, or I'll make sure your soul is annihilated and you're never reincarnated!"

The black-robed cultivator's voice was icy and chilling, carrying an undeniable killing intent.

"Hahaha!"

Shi Ji laughed in anger, "What a domineering 'senior'!"
What's mine, no one can take away!

Today, I, Shi, will see just how extraordinary your methods are!

Before she finished speaking, Shi Ji's figure had already transformed into a blurry streak of light and launched an attack!

He pushed his speed to the limit, appearing almost instantly in front of the black-robed cultivator. His immense magical power surged into his right fist, causing it to glow with a dazzling divine light. With terrifying power capable of shattering mountains and splitting seas, he slammed it straight into the opponent's face without any fancy moves!
This punch embodies his profound understanding of the laws of power and is infused with his indomitable martial will!
"Out of control."

Faced with Shi Ji's fierce attack, which was enough to kill an ordinary Immortal Lord, the black-robed cultivator only let out a cold snort.

He didn't even make a big move; he simply raised his right hand, which was covered by armor, with his fingers slightly spread, and lightly slapped it towards Shi Ji's fist.

"boom--!"

The moment their fists and palms collided, a deafening roar erupted!

An indescribable, terrifying power poured out from the black-robed cultivator's palm like a primordial tidal wave.

Shi Ji felt an irresistible force spread from her fist throughout her body, causing her blood and qi to surge. She was sent flying uncontrollably, gliding through the air for hundreds of feet before barely managing to regain her balance. Her internal magical power was in disarray.

Shi Ji was utterly horrified.

Although he didn't use his full strength in that attack, he still used seven or eight tenths of his power, yet he was so easily repelled by his opponent!

The strength of this black-robed cultivator is simply unfathomable!
"Like an ant trying to shake a tree, it's courting death!"

Since you are determined to die, I will grant your wish!

The black-robed cultivator was clearly enraged by Shi Ji's initiative in attacking him.

As he took a step forward, his aura suddenly became incredibly terrifying, as if a slumbering ancient beast had abruptly awakened.

He raised his hand again, and this time, endless black light gathered between his palms, transforming into a giant black hand that blotted out the sky and the sun, bringing with it a terrifying power to destroy everything, and slammed down on Shi Ji!

Wherever the giant hand passed, the space itself groaned in agony, as if it were about to collapse completely.

Faced with an attack several times more terrifying than before, Shi Ji dared not hold back in the slightest.

He took a deep breath, and the immortal scripture inherited from ancient times within his body was activated to its fullest extent!
"Immortal Scripture, Eternally Undying Body!" With a deep shout, Shi Ji's body suddenly burst forth with boundless light!
His body seemed to have transformed into a piece of crystal jade, or as if it were formed from countless ancient runes, exuding an eternal aura that was impervious to all laws and existed since time immemorial.

He seemed to transform into an immortal god who had come from the source of the river of time, standing tall in the void and forcefully withstanding the crushing black giant hand!
"Boom--!"

A dull, resounding thud, like the striking of a divine bell, echoed across the entire field!

A devastating energy storm swept outwards from the two of them, lowering the ground by several feet.

As the light faded, a trickle of golden blood spilled from the corner of Shi Ji's mouth, and her body swayed slightly, clearly indicating that she had suffered some internal injuries.

That "immortal body" formed from the Immortal Scripture

The phantom image also dimmed considerably, becoming covered with fine cracks.

However, he remained standing firm and was not completely defeated by this terrifying blow!
He raised his head, his gaze sharp as a knife, fixed on the black-robed cultivator in the distance. His fighting spirit not only did not diminish, but instead became even stronger.

Although Shi Ji was injured in this confrontation, she was not completely defeated by the black-robed cultivator.

Being able to withstand the opponent's fierce attack head-on made Shi Ji's eyes flash with a hint of joy.

"The Immortal Scripture?"

The black-robed cultivator frowned slightly, a look of surprise appearing on his face.

He never expected that Shi Ji would possess the "Immortal Scripture".

This is an unparalleled skill.

In an instant, an uncontrollable greed surged deep in his eyes.

The value of the Immortal Scripture was truly astonishing, a heaven-defying opportunity, and the black-robed cultivator instantly felt a strong urge to possess it.

"Your physical body is quite extraordinary; we may take it all today."

After refining it, it should significantly increase my combat power, right?

The black-robed cultivator let out a sinister laugh, his body radiating a chilling killing intent.

"wishful thinking!"

Shi Ji responded with a sarcastic tone.

Before she finished speaking, Shi Ji had already activated the magic power within her body.

A stream of light flew out from his body and instantly transformed into an ancient armor covering his entire body—the Dominator's Armor with astonishing defensive power.

Donning her armor, Shi Ji's aura surged, and she moved like lightning, instantly closing in on the black-robed cultivator, swinging her iron fist and smashing it down.

The black-robed cultivator sneered, neither dodging nor avoiding, and precisely caught Shi Ji's attacking fist.

"Boy, you can only exchange a few blows with me by relying on the advantage of your magic weapon."

To think you can fight them with your bare hands? That's incredibly overconfident!

Just then, a teeth-grinding "click" rang out.

A sound rang out.

Shi Ji's tightly clenched fist was crushed to pieces!

Shi Ji's expression changed drastically, realizing that the black-robed cultivator's strength was indeed unfathomable, far exceeding her expectations.

However, Shiji did not back down.

He knew that only by fighting to the death could he have a chance of survival.

"Break it for me!"

He roared and frantically poured his surging magical power into the iron rod in his hand.

The iron rod trembled violently, lashing out at the black-robed cultivator's chest with a whooshing sound.

Clang!

With a loud bang, the black-robed cultivator's chest was dented from the blow!
Taking advantage of the momentum, Shi Ji pressed forward, her spear piercing through her opponent's body once more, like a venomous snake emerging from its hole.

"what--"

The black-robed cultivator let out a shrill scream; this attack had nearly cost him half his life.

"You little beast, you have completely enraged me!"
Today I will make you experience the most extreme tortures in the world, so that you can neither live nor die!

A look of madness ignited in the black-robed cultivator's eyes, and he began to burn his life essence.

This is a desperate secret technique. As his life essence burns, his aura rises steadily, and his combat power surges to a terrifying level.

A terrifying pressure surged in like a tide, making it difficult for Shi Ji to breathe.

Shi Ji dared not delay and hurriedly activated the Heaven-Mending Technique, attempting to repair the damaged origin.

The black-robed cultivator sneered, "It's useless!"

I will skin you alive, tear out your tendons, grind your bones to dust, and let you die screaming in endless agony!

Before he could finish speaking, the black-robed cultivator attacked again.

While dodging, Shi Ji replied coldly, "The outcome is still uncertain!"
Once I recover my strength, I will surely take your life!

He quickly swallowed several healing pills, and a powerful life force dissolved within his body, causing his injuries to begin healing at a visible speed.

Shi Ji steadied herself and stood ready for battle.

The black-robed cultivator extended a claw, its claw whistling fiercely, its surface wreathed in strange runes, seemingly containing world-destroying power.

The surrounding space trembled, emitting a hum that seemed unable to bear the strain.

Shi Ji swung his iron rod to block, "Clang!"

With a loud bang, he barely managed to block the attack, but was sent flying backward. He felt a sweet taste in his throat and spat out a mouthful of blood.

"Hahaha, prepare to die!"

The black-robed cultivator pressed his advantage, his attacks becoming increasingly ferocious.

Shi Ji used a variety of supernatural powers to deal with the situation, but she was still unable to reverse the decline.

"Undying Divine Body, activate!"

Shi Ji let out a low shout and finally used her most secret technique.

Instantly, an ancient and powerful force awakened from the depths of his bloodline, flowing continuously into his limbs and bones.

He wielded the iron rod with the speed of the wind, each strike containing the power to shatter mountains and split rocks.

The two fought fiercely for three thousand rounds in the blink of an eye.

Shi Ji fought with increasing ferocity, launching a relentless offensive like a tidal wave.

The black-robed cultivator gradually felt the pressure. In a moment of carelessness, his left shoulder was struck by an iron rod, and his entire arm flew off!

The iron rod continued its momentum, striking his chest heavily and sending him flying dozens of feet away.

He stepped forward, gripping an iron rod, and charged directly at the black-robed cultivator.

The iron rod, accompanied by a fierce gale, ripped through the air with a sharp whistling sound. Faint golden runes flowed across the rod's surface, a sign that Shi Ji had infused it with the power of the Immortal Scripture.

Upon seeing this, a flash of shock and anger crossed the black-robed cultivator's eyes. He roared fiercely, his voice filled with violence and resentment.

Suddenly, he opened his mouth and spewed out a ball of dark, deep flame.

This flame was no ordinary fire. The moment it appeared, the surrounding temperature dropped instead of rising, and tiny black ice crystals even condensed in the air, spreading a chilling, bone-deep aura. (End of Chapter)