Soul Emperor Martial God

"Eldest Prince," Han Ming suddenly said, "do you think that Xiao Yi could actually be a Demon Hunter?"

"Otherwise, how could he lure nearly ten thousand Deep Sea Demon Wolves? Even I, a long-established genius Demon Hunter, cannot do it."

Bing Wujiang shook his head, "Impossible. I investigated him before the East Sea Festival."

"There's no information about him in the Demon Hunting Hall."

"Instead, his background is quite terrifying."

"His rise has been through relentless suppression."

"All alone without anyone to care for him, yet he has tread upon mountains of corpses and seas of blood to forge his path of ascension."

"The strength of his methods is not something you can rashly guess."

"Yet, I just can't accept it," Han Ming coldly said, "the vengeance for my brother, Han Cang, must not be dropped just like that."

Bing Wujiang spoke solemnly, "I only told you not to provoke him in the first round, not that I would let him go."

"There will be others to deal with him later."

"Moreover, broaden your vision."

"If you truly wish to become the right-hand man of this prince someday, do not be so eager for quick success and instant benefits, nor be short-sighted."

"Now, among the 47 teams, the quality is mixed."

"Those that I actually consider are only the top 16 teams."

"And those whom I truly hold in high regard are just the top 5 teams."

"The Sword Sect team counts as one; no, to be precise, it's him, Xiao Yi, who counts as one."

"The first round of competition cannot be faked; it's a real test of strength."

"He led his team to win this round's number one spot, proving his strength matches mine and a few other continental prodigies of similar renown, perhaps even slightly stronger."

"Hmph," upon mention of Xiao Yi, Han Ming immediately let out a cold huff.

"What is he to be compared to you, the Eldest Prince?"

"As I know, the few heavenly talents truly on par with you didn't exhibit their true power in this round."

"I said, broaden your vision," Bing Wujiang coldly reprimanded.

"The real competitors for this prince come from just a few people across all the Martial Arts Holy Lands."

"And the 16 individuals from the Demon Hunting Hall."

"My target is the entire continent."

"If you cause more trouble for me or disobey again, I won't spare you."

As his chilling words fell, an aura of Cold Frost congealed around.

Han Ming, possessing Nine-layered Heavenly Origin Cultivation and Extreme Realm Combat Power, couldn't resist at all, and was instantly Ice Sealed by the frost, his face turning deathly pale.

"Eldest Prince, calm your anger," disciples of the Mystic Ice Saint Sect around him knelt on one knee.

"Eldest Prince, with your far-sighted vision and exceptional talent, you will surely expand the territory for our Ice Martial Kingdom."

"You will make our Ice Martial Kingdom a boundless realm."

...

Meanwhile, at the Flame Martial Fortress.

Inside the residence of Xiao Yi and the others.

"If there's nothing else, this old man will take his leave," said a judge from the Demon Hunting Hall.

"Senior, take care," replied Xiao Yi.

Just then, a figure clad in white slowly approached.

"Greetings to Senior Swordswoman," the judge from the Demon Hunting Hall bowed.

"Mm," the woman nodded.

Only then did the judge straighten up and turn to leave.

"Senior Swordswoman," the disciples of the Sword Sect inside the room bowed.

"Sit down, no need for so much ceremony," the woman waved her hand.

She took a seat herself and then pulled out an item, saying, "I just went out and picked up your reward as well."

In the woman's hand was an ice crystal tiny jade bottle, the size of a fingertip.

Inside the bottle was one drop of black liquid, extremely dense yet unexpectedly clear.

Even through the Ice Crystal Jade Bottle, one could feel the terrifying coldness emanating from it.

And this coldness was not ordinary but a sinister chill.

"What is this?" The crowd looked puzzled.

"This is the Black Sea Essence, unique to the Endless Black Sea," the woman explained with a smile.

"For martial artists with the Cold Ice attribute, it is an invaluable cultivation item."

Bai Bingxue frowned, "Master, how effective can such a tiny drop be?"

The woman laughed, "Don't underestimate its small size."

"The Supreme Strong refined it in the Endless Black Sea without sleeping or resting for a year to get just this single drop."

"This tiny drop contains tremendous power."

"Human Martial Artists with Cold Ice attributes can significantly increase their Cultivation by consuming it."

"Other attribute Martial Artists can greatly enhance their combat power in a short time by consuming it."

"Oh?" Everyone's eyes lit up immediately.

In the Endless Black Sea, the water itself contains immense power.

However, this Black Water is highly toxic, and the deeper the water, the stronger the poison.

But the cold and icy powers contained within are Cultivation treasures.

Perhaps more simply put, the Endless Black Sea is a very powerful Treasure Land for Cultivation.

However, because the Black Water is highly toxic, Human Martial Artists cannot utilize it.

But the Supreme Strong can refine it, removing the toxins and harmful energies, and extract the essence.

Without sleep or rest, taking a year, they refined this tiny drop from the Endless Black Sea.

One can imagine how precious this object is.

It's likely that there are not many drops of Black Sea Essence even in the entire 16th fortress's treasure vault.

At this point, the woman said, "There is only one drop of Black Sea Essence, who shall have it?"

"Give it to Xiao Yi," everyone said in unison.

The woman nodded and handed the Ice Crystal Jade Bottle to Xiao Yi.

Then, she took out a large amount of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures and some Cultivation Items.

The rewards for the East Sea Festival were quite substantial.

The first place in the first round, besides one drop of Black Sea Essence, also included a large number of Cultivation Items.

And from the second place onwards, there was no Black Sea Essence, only rewards of Cultivation Items.

Once the distribution of Cultivation Items was completed, the woman paused and said, "Now, the first round of the competition has ended, and the main teams of the 16 have been decided."

The so-called main teams are the teams ranked in the top 16 in the first round.

They are also the strongest teams among the national teams.

Take the Flame Martial Kingdom, for example, the main team is the Sword Sect Team.

The royal team and the Snow Winged Eagle Team are sub-teams.

For the Ice Martial Kingdom, the main team is the royal team led by Bing Wujiang.

The sub-teams are the Mystic Ice Saint Sect Team and the Ice Martial Sect Team.

The woman continued, "The second round of the competition will be held tomorrow."

"The second round is a competition for ranking and honor among the 16 countries."

"The main teams will lead the sub-teams, killing demon beasts and scoring points."

Xiao Yi frowned and asked, "Does that mean the King's team will accompany us?"

"No, you don't have to worry about that," the woman replied.

"The King has already negotiated with me just now."

"Their team will not join us; they will compete on their own."

"You only need to lead the Sword Sect Team and the Snow Winged Eagle Clan's team."

"Of course, that's why you only have two teams."

"While the other main teams all have three teams, with Martial Artist power far stronger than yours."

"So the difficulty for you in this round is not small."

"Don't worry, Senior Swordswoman," Xiao Yi smiled.

"With you leading the team, I naturally trust you," the woman said with a light laugh.

"As for the King and his team, they know very well that their single team alone cannot secure a good rank for the Flame Martial Kingdom."

"It seems like they are somewhat resigned to their fate."

Saying this, the woman shook her head and said, "The second round will test the overall Martial Artist power of the countries."

"You represent the most outstanding young generation of the entire Flame Martial Kingdom."

"Your victory or defeat, your ranking, is also the honor of all the Martial Artists of the entire Flame Martial Kingdom."

"Remember, do not take it lightly; strive to achieve a good ranking."

Finally, the woman looked at Xiao Yi and said earnestly, "As always, ranking is important, but the safety of everyone is of utmost importance."

"Yes," Xiao Yi nodded.

...

The second update.