Battle Through the Heavens: The Rock King Emperor's Leisurely Wanderings in the Mortal World

Chapter 73 The Soul Emperor's First Time

"Therefore, there are only two ways for the Soul Emperor to heal. One is to find another powerful expert at the peak of the Nine-Star Dou Sheng realm or above to help him refine and devour Xiao Xuan's soul imprint and the remnant of the strange fire. Of course, before you appeared, the only one who could meet this condition was Gu Yuan. Naturally, Gu Yuan would not help the Soul Emperor."

"Therefore, the Soul Emperor could only use the second method, which was to attack Xiao Xuan's soul imprint by wasting time. Firstly, it could gradually wear down Xiao Xuan's soul imprint. Secondly, when the Soul Emperor attacked the soul imprint, the volcanic rock flame, which was the main attacking flame among the three strange flames, would shift its target from the Soul Emperor's body to the soul imprint, and clash with the Soul Emperor's power. If the Soul Emperor had not already refined the Red Lotus Karmic Flame, which was ranked eighth on the Strange Flame Ranking, and if this Red Lotus Karmic Flame, which was one rank higher than the Three Thousand Burning Flames, had not been supporting him inside his body, the Soul Emperor would have died long ago."

Zhong Li quietly turned his gaze to the Soul Emperor's chest, where he saw a powerful flame, resembling a deep red lotus, continuously resisting the fierce attack of the volcanic rock flame.

"Alas, it's a pity that I don't possess fire-attribute battle qi. If I could have the same skillful control over flames as Xiao Xuan, these three shattered strange fire origins could actually become a force to aid me."

Zhong Li nodded slightly, agreeing with what the Soul Emperor said.

However, look at that volcanic rock flame that has been playing around for nearly a thousand years, still leaping and wreaking havoc around the Soul Emperor's heart. Even Zhongli couldn't help but marvel at the vigorous vitality displayed by this volcanic rock flame.

Although it possessed the Yang Flame of the Yin-Yang Twin Flames and the continuous life force infused by Xiao Xuan's soul imprint, Zhong Li still underestimated the extraordinary activity of the strange fire. Perhaps it was precisely because Xiao Xuan's soul imprint was constantly issuing commands to attack the Soul Emperor that this volcanic rock flame was so active.

"Perhaps, it's just that time hasn't been long enough. After all, only a thousand years have passed. If six thousand years had gone by... Xiao Xuan's mark would probably have been worn away by the relentless erosion of time."

Zhong Li's eyes narrowed slightly, and in an instant, the dazzling and radiant Burning Thousand Sun Flame in his hand, like the blazing sun in the sky, suddenly descended, illuminating the entire Soul Realm Imperial Sky.

The Void Devouring Flame already held the prestigious second position on the Strange Flame Ranking, its flame power profound and formidable. As for the Soul Emperor, the patriarch of one of the eight ancient clans, his strength was extraordinary. He had already devoured and refined the Crimson Lotus Karmic Flame, ranked eighth on the Strange Flame Ranking, making it a part of his own power. Therefore, both of them possessed a perception and insight into flames far exceeding that of ordinary people. Naturally, they were not affected by the unique passive deception talent of the Burning Thousand Sun Flame; they could clearly see the Burning Thousand Sun Flame's true form.

"This...how is this possible! In this world, there exists a flame that is hotter and more powerful than mine! Could it be that this is a strange flame that has mutated and evolved from other flames under the nourishment of the Dou Di's Qi? Although the Emperor Flame is also colorful and magnificent in my memory, for some reason, I am absolutely certain deep down that the flame before me is definitely not the Emperor Flame!"

At this moment, the vibrant colors of the Burning Thousand Sun Flame seemed to possess life, dancing joyfully in the eyes beneath the Void Devouring Flame Black Robe, like a lively dance of flames.

The Soul Emperor, a man of vast knowledge and experience, as the patriarch of one of the eight ancient clans, was well-versed in all sorts of strange and unusual matters: "Senior... this... is this the legendary Emperor Flame?"

Zhong Li shook his head slightly, his expression calm and composed, and slowly explained, "No, this fire is not the Emperor Flame. It is called the Burning Thousand Sun Flame, a new strange fire that has not been listed on the Strange Fire Ranking."

"Awooo... Awooo!"

While the Soul Emperor was still in shock and had not yet recovered, Zhongli's right hand swiftly lashed out, his palm aimed directly at the Soul Emperor's chest.

In an instant, the dazzling Thousand Sun Flames of Burning Radiance struck the Soul Emperor's body like a meteor, slowly seeping in.

The Soul Emperor did not resist. Apart from the initial instinctive slight tremor, he simply quietly felt the subtle changes that the Burning Thousand Sun Flame caused within his body.

This does not mean that the Soul Emperor lacks combat experience. On the contrary, only a veteran who has experienced countless battles can remain calm and composed when faced with someone else's strange fire directly entering his body, enduring the burning pain.

The reason why the Soul Emperor could remain so calm was that he knew very well that although theoretically, his realm was only half a level lower than that of Mr. Zhongli before him, he also clearly understood that there was a world of difference between the half-step Dou Di realm and the Dou Di realm. If Zhongli intended to take his life, he could probably crush him into dust with just a glance, given the domineering aura of a Dou Di.

All of this is because the Soul Emperor knows that under the Dou Di, all living beings are like ants!

The Void Devouring Flame slowly rose from its seat, quietly approached, and intently examined Zhong Li's exquisite technique in manipulating flames.

He occasionally stole glances at the little fighter who had just sentenced him to death, his eyes filled with a barely perceptible probing.

However, Little Fairy Doctor, empowered by the power of the Earth's core, instantly sensed the hidden gaze of Void Devouring Flame.

Although the eyes of the Void Devouring Flame were deeply concealed by the black cloak, Little Fairy Doctor could clearly see the face beneath the black robe through the divine power barrier at the Earth's core.

Little Fairy Doctor gently raised her small, pink fist, a freshly cracked sunflower seed shell still between her index finger and thumb, as if silently threatening, "If you dare to look again, I'll smash your head in with a hammer!"

Void Devouring Flame felt a chill run down his spine and quickly withdrew his gaze. He knew all too well that this mere Dou Di realm cultivator had a Dou Di as her backer; if she were to take an interest in his strange flame, he would truly be courting death.

The Soul Emperor did not deliberately prevent the Burning Thousand Sun Flame from invading his body. Instead, in order to facilitate Zhong Li's healing, he took the initiative to open all the meridian channels in his body.

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It is truly heartbreaking to say that when the Soul Emperor was young, he also held pure beliefs about love, friendship, and family. At that time, he frankly admitted that he would only open his body without reservation when facing someone he deeply trusted.

However, fate is always full of drama. Even the Soul Emperor himself probably did not expect that his first time opening his meridians without any precautions would be given to someone he had only known for a short time.

This encounter was like a heavy hammer blow, striking the heart of the Soul Emperor once again and making his desire for strength even stronger.

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(End of this chapter)