Martial Universe: Inherit the Future, Quickly Become a Martial Ancestor!

The journey there was arduous, but the return trip was much faster because the path was clear and the illusion array seemed to have lost much of its power as the primordial spirit dissipated.

Soon, they passed through the dark downward passage and returned to the "sea of ​​fire" area formed by the illusion array.

At this moment, the swirling flames appeared much thinner, and the intense heat had also diminished considerably, making it seem more like a mere shadowy figure.

As the two were trying to find a way out of this illusionary area, their eyes swept ahead and they saw that in the seemingly raging "sea of ​​fire," there were several slightly disheveled figures, each using their own methods to resist the lingering fire waves and heat.

Upon closer inspection, those figures were none other than Lin Langtian, Wang Yan, and Qin Shi!

Clearly, these three geniuses chose other paths and eventually found the entrance to this core area as well, but they were blocked by this sophisticated illusion array. Unable to see through the illusion, they were trapped in the illusion of a sea of ​​fire and were relying on their formidable strength to resist it.

Judging from the violent fluctuations of their Yuan energy and the slight scorch marks on their clothes, they had clearly expended a lot of energy in this illusion array and could not find the right way out for the time being.

"It seems they all failed to see through the illusion..."

Seeing this, Lan He chuckled lightly, his tone indifferent, but he had no intention of offering any advice or assistance. In the struggle for treasure within a tomb, everyone relies on their own abilities, and they were not allies with these three.

Just then, the three people in the illusion of the sea of ​​fire seemed to have also noticed Lan He and Ling Qingzhu returning from the passage below, their auras steady.

Lin Langtian's eyes narrowed slightly, Wang Yan's face showed a hint of surprise and resentment, and Qin Shi's eyes flickered, as if he was thinking about something.

Qin Shi's mind worked quickly. Seeing that Lan He and the other person seemed unaffected by the illusion array and had returned from the depths of the "sea of ​​fire," they clearly knew how to break the array or had already obtained the treasure.

He immediately spoke loudly, his voice piercing through the distorted phantom of flames, maintaining his composure but carrying a hint of barely perceptible urgency:

"Young Master Lanhe, Fairy Ling! This sea of ​​fire is bizarre, trapping people invisibly. Do you two have any way to break it? If you can help, my Qin clan will surely reward you handsomely!"

He tried to lure her with benefits in exchange for a way to escape the predicament.

However, upon hearing this, Lan He merely glanced at the three people in the sea of ​​fire and did not respond.

Ling Qingzhu didn't even look away, as if she hadn't heard anything.

The two were of one mind, and they had already seized this opportunity. They had no connection with these three people, so why bother with anything else? Besides, Ling Qingzhu hadn't forgotten Wang Yan's frivolous words and actions from before.

Seeing that Lan He and the other two had no reaction and were even moving forward, preparing to leave the illusion array area, Qin Shi's expression changed slightly, Lin Langtian's brows furrowed even more, and Wang Yan couldn't help but snort angrily.

Just then, a slightly hurried figure rushed in from the stone gate entrance of the sea of ​​fire on the other side. It was Lin Dong who had found this place!

As soon as he entered, he was overwhelmed by the still lingering scorching illusions and chaotic energy. He immediately activated his Yuan Power to protect himself and cautiously surveyed his surroundings.

He naturally spotted Lin Langtian and the other two trapped in the fire at a glance, and also saw Lan He and Ling Qingzhu about to leave not far away.

Seeing Lan He and the other person moving freely and dressed neatly even in the midst of the fire, Lin Dong immediately understood.

These two have probably already seized control of this place, and may even have obtained the most important treasure!

Little Marten's voice immediately echoed in his mind: "Kid, be careful! This sea of ​​fire is an illusion. Those two have already found a way out, and might have already grabbed the treasure. There's no need for us to push through; let's retreat first!"

Just then, Wang Yan, who was trapped in the sea of ​​fire, also saw Lin Dong, who had just broken in.

Although arrogant, he knew the situation was unfavorable, and immediately shouted, "You brat over there! Are you from another clan? Don't just stand there! Quickly go find someone from my Wang clan to help you, and I'll reward you handsomely when we get out!"

His tone still carried his usual commanding manner.

However, upon hearing this, Lin Dong merely glanced coldly at Wang Yan, who looked somewhat disheveled in the sea of ​​fire, his eyes indifferent, and he didn't bother to respond at all.

He was resilient and independent, and disliked being bossed around, especially by someone with such an arrogant attitude. What did the Wang clan have to do with him? Lin Dong was no one's mouthpiece.

Moreover, Little Marten has already warned that this is an illusion array, and judging from the situation of Lan He and the other two, they probably have already missed out on the greatest opportunity here.

Without hesitation, Lin Dong made a decisive move and turned around, retreating swiftly towards the stone gate entrance he had come from!

He came and went in a hurry, as if he had only come in to check the situation briefly before decisively withdrawing.

Ahead, Lan He and Ling Qingzhu were almost out of the illusion array's range. Lan He noticed Lin Dong's actions, and a barely perceptible hint of admiration flashed in his eyes.

This young man is decisive and courageous, neither greedy nor impatient, and knows when to advance and when to retreat; he is indeed a remarkable character.

Without stopping, the two figures flashed a few times and completely passed through the last flickering flame illusion. The scene before them suddenly opened up, and they returned to the entrance.

Meanwhile, Lin Langtian, Wang Yan, and Qin Shi, who were still trapped in the fiery illusion array, watched as Lan He and Ling Qingzhu calmly left, leaving the three of them completely "left out" in this dilemma of the illusion array. Their expressions all turned extremely ugly.

Wang Yan was so angry that the veins on his forehead throbbed, but he was helpless.

Lan He and Ling Qingzhu walked side by side, about to leave this area completely and head towards the exit of the tomb.

Suddenly, a low growl filled with resentment and unwillingness came from the illusory sea of ​​fire. The sound was not loud, but it was not quiet either:

"You two scumbags! What are you so smug about! Wait till I get out of here, I'll make you pay..."

Ling Qingzhu paused slightly. Though her face remained expressionless behind her veil, a sudden flash of coldness and disgust crossed her clear eyes. Her aloof nature did not mean she would allow herself to be insulted at will.

However, before she could make a move—

choke!

A clear, resonant sword cry suddenly echoed through the sea of ​​fire!

Suddenly, a pale blue sword aura, condensed to its extreme and almost tangible, burst forth!

In the blink of an eye, it pierced through the already much fainter illusion of the sea of ​​fire and suddenly flew in front of Wang Yan!

Wang Yan was cursing vehemently when he suddenly felt an aura of death rushing towards him. In his horror, he only had time to hold the golden spear in front of him and frantically activate his Yuan Power to protect himself.

But it was no use!

laugh!

The pale blue sword energy effortlessly sliced ​​through the hastily condensed Yuan energy shield, followed by a crisp "ding" sound. Wang Yan's high-quality golden spear was actually cut in half by the sword energy!

The sword energy, still powerful, swept across Wang Yan's neck amidst his terrified gaze!

The sound stopped abruptly.

The resentment and horror on Wang Yan's face froze completely. He futilely covered his neck with both hands, where a very thin line of blood had appeared.

The next second, the head slowly separated from the body, and blood gushed out, staining the surrounding illusory flames red. His headless corpse swayed and fell to the ground with a thud, the broken spear in his hand clattering to the ground.

Wang Yan, the top genius of the younger generation of the Wang clan, who was arrogant and domineering, was beheaded by a sword from a distance in full view of everyone!

The entire area was engulfed in flames, utterly silent.

Lin Langtian and Qin Shi's pupils shrank, their hair stood on end, and they stared in disbelief at Wang Yan's instantly dead corpse. Then they looked sharply at the blue figure at the entrance, who had sheathed his sword and whose expression was calm as if he had done nothing. A chill ran from the soles of their feet to the top of their heads.

Fast! Ruthless! Decisive!

More importantly, what's more, his cold-blooded indifference and ruthlessness in treating human life like dirt and killing without hesitation—didn't he have any scruples whatsoever?!

I've disliked you for a long time.

Lan He's voice wasn't loud, but it clearly penetrated the deathly silent illusion array, carrying a chilling and indifferent aura. "I was so busy searching for treasure that I almost forgot to give you a sword strike. Now, it's peaceful."

His tone was so calm that it was as if he were merely stating a trivial matter; killing Wang Yan seemed to him no different from brushing dust off his sleeve.

After saying that, he ignored Lin Langtian and Qin Shi, who were speechless with shock inside the illusion array, and didn't even bother to glance at Wang Yan's corpse. He turned to Ling Qingzhu beside him and nodded slightly: "Let's go."

Ling Qingzhu's gaze was cold and clear; she had no objection to the outcome. Wang Yan had spoken rudely first, bringing about his own destruction, and he had no one else to blame but himself.

She and Lan He walked side by side, their figures transforming into streaks of light once more, rushing towards the exit of the tomb without looking back, disappearing in the blink of an eye at the end of the deep passage.

Only in the illusory sea of ​​fire remained Lin Langtian and Qin Shi, staring at each other, their hearts enveloped by an indescribable chill and fear.

For the first time, they clearly felt how domineering the geniuses from the super dynasties and super sects were, and how they completely disregarded them.

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