Chapter 577 - 451: Thunder Tribulation Immortal Bamboo, Lord of Punishment (Part 2)

There was a hint of Thunder Tribulation’s aura among them, accompanied by the wailing of the Demon Race....

"What’s going on? Do any of you recognize that Power of Thunder fighting the Demon Race?" Meng Yan suddenly asked.

"We don’t seem to have any Thunder experts of that level on the Star Sea Continent, do we? Nascent Soul Perfection? I don’t recall any! Could it be a trap?" Zhang Daniu pondered and replied.

Han Li tightened his brow, feeling a sense of familiarity with this aura...

Who could it be? Is this a trap?

Wait a minute... Flying Sword!.... Golden Thunder Bamboo!

"That’s Senior Brother Lin Ya’s bamboo!"

"What? Senior Brother Lin Ya’s bamboo?"

"Qi brother’s seed?"

"Yes! Back then at the Tribulation Crossing Land in Qingtian Realm, where it absorbed Thunder Tribulation Power!"

"We must hurry! The bamboo can’t move easily; we can’t let the Demon Race ruin it!"

"Quickly!"

Upon hearing it was Qi Ping’s bamboo, the group quickly sprang into action.

They knew that bamboo was Qi Ping’s carefully nurtured treasure, of high importance, and absolutely mustn’t be endangered!

They had benefited from Qi Ping greatly over the years, with few opportunities to repay him.

But now, they had the chance, and they certainly wouldn’t let anything happen to Qi Ping’s bamboo.

Now that they’ve achieved ultimate enlightenment and breakthrough, they’re even more confident to act.

Moreover, they could feel the bamboo’s formidable strength, and taking it along would be a powerful asset.

Though the Human Race is numerically disadvantaged compared to the Demon Race, having a harder time producing strong individuals, their advantage lies in cooperation that far exceeds individual efforts.

So regardless of the purpose, they must ensure Qi Ping’s bamboo is saved.

...

"Damn!"

"Does it need saving by us?"

"It’s too fierce!"

Upon Han Li and the others’ arrival, they were almost completely astonished.

What they thought was a precarious bamboo now stood towering and imposing on the ground, with its purple bamboo body and leaves encased in a terrifying Thunder Tribulation Power, such that an ordinary Nascent Soul would perish upon contact.

Beside the bamboo were countless shriveled Demon Race corpses, seemingly devoured clean by something.

And there, hundreds of Golden Marrow Bees buzzed around, supporting the bamboo’s battle.

Simultaneously, as Han Li and the others appeared, the Thunder Tribulation Immortal Bamboo noticed them.

"Humans... come quickly!"

"Let me handle those Demon Race.....!"

The Thunder Tribulation Immortal Bamboo promptly transmitted its voice.

It remembered its master’s instructions to assist the humans and other beings of the Star Sea Continent whenever possible, especially certain individuals.

And now, upon seeing the individuals, they were precisely those Qi Ping emphasized caring for!

It was determined to fulfill its master’s command.

After all, it was one of its master’s proudest tree-man warriors, a Thunder Tribulation Bamboo Warrior!

It must not bring shame to its master!

Moreover, it just experienced an energy surge, completely transforming its Bloodline Power, merging the Thunder Tribulation with its bloodline, making it a Thunder Tribulation Immortal Bamboo!

Previously, in its dire situation, it worried whether it would ever see its master again.

Though its master provided a Cultivation Technique to devour Demons, the power burdened it greatly, compounded by the Demon Race’s overwhelming numbers, forcing it to madly ingest resources to sustain itself, putting it in a perilous state.

Fortunately, the energy surge... according to its master, it was the Power of Creation, which allowed it to fully assimilate the power, transforming its Thunder Tribulation into its bloodline, with its ability to refine Thunder Tribulation so strong, regular Demons couldn’t threaten it anymore.

"Come quickly! My master instructed me to fight alongside you when we meet!"

The Thunder Tribulation Immortal Bamboo urged Han Li and his companions who hadn’t yet approached.

"Should we keep running?" Zhang Daniu looked confusedly at Han Li.

"In this situation, why run? Where else is better suited for recovery than with Senior Brother Lin Ya’s bamboo?"

"Indeed! Being there is the best place to restore ourselves, aiding each other, striving to bring both sides back to peak condition to tackle potential dangers..."

At this moment, the three gradually breathed a sigh of relief, especially knowing the presence of hidden formidable foes.

Now, with such a powerful bamboo to assist, their initially heightened odds of victory soared even higher!

The battle’s outcome was virtually assured.

Unless a King Level Bloodline Demon emerges to overturn the battleground.

But the odds were slim; those with unusual Bloodline Power only truly appear in Divinity Transformation, Void Refining, and Integration stages, which are the truly terrifying battlegrounds...

There, even with exceptional Talent, one may perish instantly....

Ordinary High Tier Demons or Upper Demons are strong, but compared to King Level Bloodline Demons, they’re in entirely different leagues.

Yet fortunately, they’re... not easily defeated now!

They now have the potential to soar high, aiming to slay all Demons!

...

Meanwhile, at another special realm battlefield within the Nascent Soul Stage.

In this realm battlefield, there’s only one person.... Wang He!

He currently walks alone on a battlefield meant for just him, not knowing how long he’s been traveling, nor the number of Demon Race he’s slain.

He only knows he’s alone; besides that.... the whole world is his enemy!

Yet to him, it’s insignificant, for now serving as the Lord of Punishment of the Nine Star Sea Realms’ Punishment Hall, countless humans and monsters have already perished at his hands, likely more than Qi Ping!

How have the Nine Star Sea Realms remained stable all these years?

The answer is a single word: Kill!

Although most now bow to Qi Ping, and many with ulterior motives have been slain, it doesn’t stop many from harboring schemes.

Due to past habits, countless people still engage in covert activities driven by interests.

These individuals not only can’t break away from old habits but are betting on people’s willingness to be bribed, assuming Qi Ping can’t handle these minor players.

And how many such people exist in the Nine Star Sea Realms? Alone, those who’ve directly or indirectly fallen under Wang He’s hand exceed a billion!

The Star Sea Continent is vast; even if only a fraction harbors thoughts, the number is unimaginably terrifying!

And all of them have been slain directly or indirectly by him!

If the souls of those who’ve died under his sword gathered, it’d form a terrifying army!

In terms of slaughter... if there’s anyone he ranks second to, none would dare claim to be first.

Moreover, the ones he kills aren’t just disposable fodder; each one has solid evidence.

He has almost personally examined the names, life details, and social ties of each individual...

At times, when he closed his eyes, he’d see those who’ve died by his sword, a burden that weighed heavily on him...

He’s not an inhumane person indifferent to such matters; on the contrary, he cares deeply for the ordinary, which is why he’s the Righteous Sword’s inheritor.

Yet for Nine Star Sea Realms, for the peaceful era Qi Ping desires, to ensure fewer die in conflict and war, he must act this way, or more will perish.

Now, his name is the most feared on the Star Sea Continent... even those of weaker will cry upon hearing it.

During that time, Wang He didn’t know how he endured.

He only knows his once pristine Righteous Sword slowly became stained, forming a thick layer of blood scabs, eventually turning its blade black... matching his Dao Heart.

Concerning this, Qi Ping had discussed things with him, but to no avail; only Wang He could overcome this challenge.

No one suits this position better than Wang He, and having a cold, indifferent person hold such power in the Nine Star Sea Realms would be catastrophic.

Qi Ping is waiting, waiting for Wang He to truly overcome this hurdle.

He knows once Wang He can bear the endless slaughter and pass this challenge, the Star Sea Continent would see a true Lord of Punishment...