Battle Through the Heavens: The Holy Sun Immortal Venerable

Chapter 157 The Untold Past Between Feng Qing'er and Lin Ran

The Tianmu Mountains have three entrances due to the surging energy, but at this moment, the three entrances have merged into one, leaving only one entrance. People at the three entrances are forced to relocate and continuously converge towards the last entrance.

The sudden change caused countless people to frown, and even the old men accompanying the Four Directions Pavilion were frowning with puzzled expressions.

"What on earth is going on?!"

"The rules of the Tianmu Mountains have remained unchanged for hundreds of years, so why are they so different today...?"

The crowd was buzzing with discussion, and the people from the Four Directions Pavilion were all frowning.

"What are those rats up to?" An elderly woman in a green robe asked疑惑地, "Such a huge number of people gathered at one entrance is bound to cause enormous trouble. Aren't two slots enough to satisfy their appetites?!"

"It seems those rats have grown bold and forgotten the pain they felt back then."

An elderly man in a red robe said slowly, "After this Tianmu Blood Pool is over, we will definitely report to the Pavilion Master and give these rats a good talking to."

As the crowd gathered, the entrance appeared somewhat crowded, and the other powerful figures also looked rather somber.

However, they didn't have to wait long before two figures suddenly appeared at the entrance to the mountain range where energy was surging.

"I am as firm as metal and stone."

"I am Jin Gu."

Jin Shi and Jin Gu were dressed in gray robes. Although they looked somewhat sleazy, their powerful aura and ability to traverse the air in mid-air demonstrated their formidable strength, leading many to guess their identities.

"Due to some special circumstances, there will only be one entrance to the Tianmu Mountains this year. As for what exactly happened, we cannot disclose it to you. We hope you will understand."

Jin Shi said in a deep voice, "Of course, this matter was not caused by our clan, but it has completely slipped out of our control. Therefore, everything that happens in the Tianmu Mountains later will have nothing to do with our clan. However, I still suggest that you all suspend this trip to the Tianmu Blood Pool and come back in three years."

"Come back in three years? I bet it's your Gold-Eating Rat Clan trying to monopolize those ten spots!"

"That's right, Jinshi. Your Gold-Eating Rat clan taking two fixed spots every three years is already the most we've tolerated. You know, we have to fight tooth and nail for those two spots every year, while you have fixed spots every year. Now you want us all to withdraw? Do you Gold-Eating Rat clan really think we're easy to bully?!"

"Jin Shi, it seems you've all forgotten what happened back then."

Several powerful auras erupted, and eight figures, including the old woman and the old man from before, stepped out into the air at the same time, their eyes fixed on Jinshi Jin Valley.

The terrifying aura of the eight Dou Zong experts suddenly erupted. Even though Jin Shi Jin Gu was a seven-star Dou Zong, he couldn't help but feel some pressure when facing eight Dou Zong experts at the same time.

However, it was only limited to pressure.

This person in front of them is just a Dou Zong. You must know that the one just now was a real Dou Zun powerhouse. How could they not understand which is more important?

"Think what you will, that's all I have to say!"

Jin Shi glanced at the eight Dou Zong with a gloomy expression and said coldly, "If you want to try, then come on in. If you die inside, I won't be responsible!"

After saying this, Jin Shi and Jin Gu disappeared from the spot, leaving the crowd looking at each other in bewilderment.

The eight Dou Zong exchanged glances, their brows slightly furrowed.

"Could it be that something really went wrong in the Heavenly Blood Pool this time?"

"The Heavenly Eye Blood Pool has existed for hundreds or even thousands of years without any problems. How come it's causing problems this year? In my opinion, it's purely because these rats want to fight for the Heavenly Eye Blood Pool spot all by themselves!"

"That's right, I'm definitely taking one of those eight spots. Nobody can take it from me!"

"Go for it! First come, first served!"

Even with Jinshi Jingu's warning, which deterred some people, most others completely disregarded his words.

What a joke! Such an opportunity is rare. Cultivation is a feat that defies the heavens, a struggle against the earth and against man. If they give up on an opportunity because of a little difficulty, when will they ever grow into true powerhouses?

It's fine if you guys don't dare to go, let me do it!

A large number of independent cultivators and small-scale Dou Huangs from minor factions frantically poured into the mountain range.

The members of Sifang Pavilion, who were initially hesitant, were now stirred by this emotion. After all, the Tianmu Mountain Range only opens once every three years, and only the eight most outstanding individuals can enjoy the Tianmu Blood Pool.

As representatives of the Four Directions Pavilion, they are naturally outstanding compared to others, but they might not be the ones in the next term.

Within the Four Directions Pavilion sect, there are far too many outstanding disciples. Those rising stars could easily surpass them within three years. And if that happens, they will no longer be qualified to participate in the Heavenly Eye Blood Pool.

In other words, this Tianmu Blood Pool is not only an opportunity for ordinary people and rogue cultivators, but also an opportunity for these "geniuses" of the Four Directions Pavilion!

"Elders, I believe that difficulties and opportunities always go hand in hand. Since these gold-devouring rats say that this year is the most perilous year for the Tianmu Mountains, I also believe that the opportunities in the mountains this year will be just as numerous."

"This year's representative disciple of Fenglei Pavilion said."

"good!"

"Hey!"

A clear and melodious crane cry suddenly rang out from the distant horizon, immediately attracting countless gazes from all around.

In the distance, a giant crane with seven-colored plumage was flapping its enormous wings and flying swiftly toward the Tianmu Mountains. Sunlight shone on its colorful feathers, reflecting a dazzling luster that was exceptionally beautiful.

"It's actually a seven-colored spirit crane? Isn't that Miss Feng's mount from the Wind and Thunder Pavilion?"

When everyone saw the giant, seven-colored crane, exclamations of surprise immediately rang out.

A colossal, seven-colored crane flapped its wings and arrived, instantly creating a gust of wind as it appeared outside the Tianmu Mountains. In an instant, almost everyone's gaze was focused on the sky. The name of Miss Feng from the Fenglei Pavilion was renowned throughout the Northern Region of Zhongzhou. Many people knew that this woman possessed extraordinary talent in cultivation and had been personally accepted as a closed-door disciple by the East Pavilion Master of the Fenglei Pavilion. It was said that she was the most likely among the younger generation to become the East Pavilion Master.

The strength of the Wind and Thunder Pavilion is among the top in the Central Plains. Whoever can control it will inevitably see their status rise sharply. Therefore, when people talk about Miss Feng, they can't help but feel envious. This level is something that ordinary people can hardly reach even if they work hard for a lifetime.

However, although Miss Feng's strength is at the Dou Huang level, she's probably still far from the peak of Dou Huang. Coming to the Tianmu Mountains at this time...

"Senior Sister!"

The disciple of Fenglei Pavilion looked respectfully at the beautiful figure on the seven-colored giant crane, his expression somewhat tense.

"Miss, what brings you here?" The red-robed elder of the Wind and Thunder Pavilion looked at Feng Qing'er with considerable surprise. According to the pavilion's estimates, Feng Qing'er was to be the next representative of the Wind and Thunder Pavilion. What was she doing here today...?

"My clan sent me to the Tianmu Mountains to search for something."

Feng Qing'er didn't fully explain, but the two elders of Fenglei Pavilion looked enlightened.

It turns out it's a matter within the clan, then it's alright.

The representative from Fenglei Pavilion this year, however, seemed rather curious.

In the clan...

"I also heard what the chieftain of the Gold-Eating Rat Clan said. I think Fei Yang is right. Our cultivation as warriors is about fighting against the heavens, the earth, and other people. Great opportunities are often accompanied by great crises."

Feng Qing'er didn't elaborate on her mission, but instead spoke in a clear voice: "While there may be immense dangers within the Heavenly Eye Blood Pool, there will undoubtedly also be corresponding opportunities!"

"Furthermore, if we fighters do not possess a courageous heart to face adversity and forge ahead without hesitation, how can we continue on the path ahead?"

Although Feng Qing'er spoke in a female voice, her words were powerful and resonant, reaching everyone's ears.

Those who came to participate in the Tianmu Blood Pool were all geniuses from various forces, almost all of them were young talents. They were all fired up by Feng Qing'er's words and their fighting spirit was high!

"Miss Feng is right. If we warriors lack the spirit and will to fight bravely forward, we are destined not to go far on this path of fighting."

"Miss Feng is right!"

"Let's go! Let's go!"

At Feng Qing'er's words, those who had been hesitant around them stopped hesitating and rushed toward the entrance of the energy tide, even the disciples of the four pavilions.

The two elders of the Wind and Thunder Pavilion shook their heads helplessly and looked at Feng Qing'er: "Miss, are you going in too?"

"Yes, it's a clan mission. Elders, you two stay outside the mountains. Leave the rest to me, don't worry." On the giant crane, Feng Qing'er glanced at the surging crowd below, then turned to the two elders and said calmly.

"Yes." Upon hearing this, the two old men immediately nodded.

Seeing this, Feng Qing'er smiled gently. The battle for the Heavenly Mountain Blood Pool is a grand event held once every three years in the Northern Region of Central State. Although her strength has not yet reached the peak of Dou Huang and she will not participate in the competition for the position of Heavenly Eye Blood Pool, her strength is already quite strong compared to other peers in Central State. Even among those who came today, her strength is among the best.

Without hesitation, Feng Qing'er lightly touched the crane's head with her toes, twisted her slender waist, and transformed into a streak of colorful light, rushing out and following the crowd into the entrance of the energy tide.

Within the mountains, thick fog swirled, its air thick with a slightly violent energy that severely restricted visibility.

But when Feng Qing'er stepped inside, she was stunned by the scene before her.

This is only the beginning of the mountain range. Normally, everyone who enters the mountain range will rush to the depths of the mountain range to grab a spot.

But at this moment, what Feng Qing'er saw was a large number of people.

"What's going on?" Fei Yang followed Feng Qing'er and was also stunned by the scene in front of him. He whispered.

Feng Qing'er didn't say much, her eyebrows furrowed slightly, and she took a step forward.

But this step caused Feng Qing'er's expression to change slightly. A strange, scorching, and irritating pressure permeated the surrounding space, as if a special force was suppressing them.

She lifted her leg again to take a step forward, but found that a pressure surged over her like a tide. Under this force, Feng Qing'er was fine, but Fei Yang was actually suppressed in place and could not move at all!

Fine beads of sweat began to appear on their temples, and their fighting spirit was being consumed at an alarming rate. At this moment, Feng Qing'er and Fei Yang understood that the people in front of them did not want to leave, but were unable to leave because of this oppressive aura!

"What exactly is this oppressive force?"

Feng Qing'er was filled with curiosity. Although she was not here to participate in the Heavenly Eye Blood Pool, her proud nature was completely aroused by this pressure.

With a delicate shout, her pupils turned a deep cyan-silver color, and a surge of dark cyan battle qi erupted from her body, with faint flashes of silver lightning. The thunderous roar caused people's hearts to tremble.

With a burst of fighting spirit, Feng Qing'er's speed increased slightly, allowing her to enter the crowd where it was almost impossible to move an inch.

"You damn bastard, who are you?!"

"This isn't just battle aura pressure; this guy's battle aura strength is only at the Dou Huang level. Battle aura pressure alone couldn't possibly suppress so many of us. This is soul pressure!"

"Such a powerful soul pressure..."

Around her, incredulous gasps rose and fell. Following the gazes of the crowd, Feng Qing'er looked up and saw a figure dressed in a black robe.

The figure had black hair and a black robe, a face as white as jade, and skin as white as snow.

He sat calmly cross-legged on a peak boulder, his expression indifferent, radiating a suffocating pressure as he looked down at the crowd.

Looking at that face, Feng Qing'er paused slightly, a sense of familiarity immediately surfaced in her mind. After a moment, the face deeply imprinted in her memory overlapped with the person in front of her, causing Feng Qing'er's expression to change continuously.

"Lin Ran..."

Almost gritting her teeth, Feng Qing'er continuously channeled her battle qi, enduring the pressure that penetrated her very soul, and shouted, "How did you get here? Didn't you already break through to the Dou Zong realm?!"

Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent, and astonished gazes were cast upon them. Even Fei Yang, standing behind Feng Qing'er, was somewhat surprised.

My senior sister actually knows this person?

Moreover, what does it mean to have already broken through to the Dou Zong level? Doesn't this person have the aura of a peak Dou Huang?

"Oh?"

Lin Ran slowly opened his eyes, his indifferent gaze sweeping over everyone before finally settling on Feng Qing'er. He chuckled softly, "So it's you, you little rascal. Looks like I didn't educate you properly back then. You've forgotten how to address me now?"

"W-what, how should I address you!"

As if she had thought of something, Feng Qing'er's face suddenly turned red, and she began to stammer.

But soon, she noticed the blind spot in Lin Ran's words.

"Wait, the real me?" Feng Qing'er's eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief. "Could it be you?!"

"No, that's impossible. You're not stuck at the Seven Star Dou Zong level, unable to break through..."

(End of this chapter)