The storm caused by the giant black light sword in mid-air lingered for a long time.
Behind, the members of Qingshui Sect were all petrified.
"Such use of spatial techniques..parable to the Emperor Xuanming who has comprehended the spatial Profound Meaning!"
The Qingshui Sect Master was inwardly shaken and couldnât calm down for a long time.
But Chen Yu is still so young and not yet at the Xuanming Realm; how did he do it?
The aggressive Black Cloud Palace, with the elders attacking together, was deftly thwarted by Chen Yu.
Moreover, the elders of Black Cloud Palace were hit by their own attacks, their life or death uncertain.
This turn of events was too astonishing.
Boom!
A blast echoed from the Sword Qi storm enveloping the elders of Black Cloud Palace.
Suddenly, a graceful silhouette dashed out, none other than Elder Lu in the late stage of Star Condensation.
The opponentâs black dress was torn, revealing skin like jade and her chest.
Elder Luâs eyes were fixed on Chen Yu.
Earlier, she was merely interested in Chen Yu, but now she was utterly amazed.
The spatial technique Chen Yu displayed just now completely stunned her!
Elder Luâs heart was pounding, suddenly feeling a strong attraction emanating from Chen Yu.
The Wing Clan is lustful, not only the males but the female Wing Clan as well.
"Who... who are you?"
From within the storm, Elder Cenâs trembling, frantic voice emerged.
His clothes were tattered, wings shattered, body covered in injuries, a crack split open on his head, blood flowing out.
Besides Elder Cen, the other four at the Condensed Star Realm were completely annihilated!
From start to finish, Chen Yu merely exerted a light push, causing such an outcome.
Chen Yu gazed intently, as his elder brother Hong Xiuyuanâs mishap was most blamed on Black Cloud Palace; would it be better to kill these two Black Cloud Palace enemies?
Feeling the real murderous intent emanating from Chen Yu, Elder Cen shuddered, and the imposing aura of the Black Cloud Palace elders instantly dissipated.
If Chen Yu truly wished to kill him, even if there were consequences, he would be dead, and what meaning would anything have?
"It was my offense this time, please forgive me."
Elder Cen conceded.
In the Sky Vault Realm, a Wing Clan king apologizing to a human was already a spectacle.
Qingshui Sectâs hearts were shaken.
This is a world where strength reigns supreme; ultimately, they were too weak, allowing the Wing Clan to trample over them.
"Your skills are extraordinary, why not join Black Cloud Palace, serving the Vice Palace Master."
Elder Lu spoke.
Chen Yuâs strength had far surpassed the peak of the late-stage Star Condensation, yet he hadnât broken through to the Xuanming Realm.
Obviously, the other party was walking the path of multi-star cultivation.
She speculated that Chen Yu was at least a four-star king.
A genius like this was more worth recruiting than Elder Cen.
"Vice Palace Master?"
Chen Yu repeated these three words.
According to the intelligence obtained from Qingshui Sect, wasnât it the Vice Palace Master of Black Cloud Palace who acted against Hong Xiuyuan back then?
If Hong Xiuyuan wasnât dead, this Vice Palace Master knew the most about the situation.
Elder Lu saw Chen Yuâs reaction and knew there was hope, she continued: "Thatâs right, the Vice Palace Master values talent greatly; if you are willing to join Black Cloud Palace and serve the Vice Palace Master, you will receive unimaginable benefits."
"What benefits?"
Chen Yu asked.
Elder Cenâs expression changed drastically, extremely embarrassed.
Unexpectedly, Elder Lu valued Chen Yu so highly, and if he joined Black Cloud Palace, wouldnât they frequently encounter each other?
Meanwhile, the expressions of those behind from Qingshui Sect also began to change.
They felt disdain for Chen Yu serving Black Cloud Palace.
"You can enjoy the treatment of top elders of Black Cloud Palace; moreover, youâre on the path of multi-star cultivation, which is not easy, but the Vice Palace Master can provide you with a top-tier Sixth Transition Star Cultivation Technique, paving a shortcut for you."
"Additionally, the Vice Palace Master can also provide many lost advanced combat techniques."
"If one day, the Vice Palace Master ascends to become the Palace Master of Black Cloud Palace, youâll be his right-hand man, you wonât be mistreated."
Elder Luâs offerings were extremely enticing.
"Sounds tempting."
Chen Yu flatly said.
Elder Lu was speechless; Chen Yuâs calm face showed no joy or sorrow, lacking even a hint of excitement, making her words lack any persuasive power.
Elder Lu couldnât understand how this failed to move Chen Yu.
But in the next moment, Chen Yu said: "I agree with you."
Elder Lu was momentarily stunned.
He agreed?
She doubted if she had misheard; the other showed no sign of emotion but agreed.
Perhaps Chen Yu had a stoic face, Elder Lu explained to herself.
"But I have one request."
Chen Yu continued.
"Go ahead."
Seeing Chen Yu make a request, Elder Lu felt relieved.
"You, kill him!"
Chen Yu pointed his gaze at Elder Cen.
Elder Cenâs face drastically changed, cold sweat pouring down, he didnât expect Chen Yu still wanted to kill him!
Chen Yu agreed to enter Black Cloud Palace to investigate his elder brotherâs clues, but he had a deep blood feud with Elder Cen, who would surely bear a grudge.
This path wasnât safe; he didnât want any surprises, so he began eliminating all potential threats now.
Elder Lu was face-deep in dilemma.
Though she didnât regard Elder Cen highly, he was, after all, an elder of Black Cloud Palace.
"Elder Lu, do not listen to this kidâs nonsense..."
Elder Cen said in panic.
Just as the words fell.
Slash!
A pitch-black sword light burst from Elder Luâs palm, piercing through a hundred meters distance, stabbing into Elder Cenâs head.
Elder Lu made a decision; compared to Elder Cen, Chen Yuâs potential was greater, worth recruiting.
Elder Cen was already seriously injured; at this moment, his head exploded, falling dead on the spot.
"Is it enough now."
Elder Lu gave a sweet smile, yet it sent chills down oneâs spine.
This time, she had killed the elder of the Black Cloud Palace. If Chen Yu were to go back on his word, her crime would be grave, and she certainly wouldnât spare Chen Yu.
"Alright."
Chen Yuâs expression remained unchanged as he approached Elder Lu.
Before leaving, Chen Yu transmitted a message to Tu Zhixiang and Ye Luofeng: "Wait for me to return."
The two were not very worried, as Chen Yu only had enmity with Elder Cen. With his five-and-a-half-star cultivation, capable of resisting a half-step Xuanming expert, there shouldnât be much of a problem.
However, many young disciples of the Qingshui Sect harbored discontent towards Chen Yu, disdainful of his actions serving the Wing Clan.
...
"Where does Young Master Chen hail from? What force were you with before? Among the talents in the Condensed Star Realm of the Sky Vault Realm, there are not many like you."
Elder Lu beamed with a full smile.
Though she failed to rope in Elder Cen, having acquired such a strong talent like Chen Yu was certainly worthwhile.
Moreover, Chen Yu was quite handsome, with a distinguished demeanor, a well-built and muscular physique exuding a sense of strength, which stirred some thoughts and fantasies in Elder Lu.
"Is Elder Lu so interested in my background?"
Chen Yu revealed a slight smile.
This further attracted Elder Lu, who moved closer, a unique fragrance stimulating Chen Yu.
"Iâm interested not just in your background, but also in your body..."
Elder Luâs soft and enchanting voice came, as she reached out her hand to caress Chen Yuâs chest.
Suddenly, Elder Luâs hand halted in mid-air, unable to move an inch further.
Her body stiffened in mid-air, immobile. .
"What are you doing?"
The allure on Elder Luâs face vanished, replaced by a look of vigilance.
At that moment, spatial power encased her, completely locking her in place.
Chen Yu did not respond, he took out a bottle containing a dozen pea-sized dark red Gu worms, hideous and ugly, emitting a repugnant stench.
"What do you want to do?"
Elder Lu shouted in alarm, her internal energy surging out, yet she remained immobile.
Once again, she felt the immense power of Chen Yu.
Chen Yu took out a "Blood Soul Gu" and fed it into Elder Luâs mouth.
"This is the âBlood Soul Guâ. If you donât want to die, youâd better listen to me obediently from now on."
Chen Yuâs calm voice sent chills down Elder Luâs spine.
For the first time, Elder Lu felt that recruiting Chen Yu might have been a mistake.
The opponent actually intended to control her, so what was his true purpose for entering the Black Cloud Palace?
There was nothing she could do now.
Elder Lu resigned to fate.
"Return to the Black Cloud Palace."
Chen Yu gave the order, and Elder Lu led the way.
...
After more than a dayâs journey, the two returned to the Black Cloud Palace.
The Black Cloud Palace was built on a massive floating island in the sky.
"Master, the Vice Palace Master wants you to see him immediately upon your return."
Elder Luâs disciple said.
Elder Lu glanced at Chen Yu, with a questioning look.
"Letâs go together."
Chen Yu said.
He came to the Black Cloud Palace just to meet the Vice Palace Master.
Under Elder Luâs guidance, the two arrived at the Vice Palace Masterâs residence.
The Vice Palace Master was also from the Black Wing Clan, with white hair, a sharp and long face, protruding brow bones, and deep, cold eyes, giving off an effeminate and dangerous vibe.
Beside the Vice Palace Master, there were two female Wing Clan members and a female Human Race member attending.
"Why did Elder Cen meet his end?"
The Vice Palace Masterâs voice was cold and eerie.
He had sent Elder Lu to recruit the other party, but Elder Cen ended up dead, so naturally, he wanted to know the reason.
"Vice Palace Master, I killed Elder Cen, but it was all worth it."
Elder Lu explained.
"Letâs hear it."
The Vice Palace Masterâs eyes flickered with a ghostly light as he scrutinized Chen Yu.
"This gentleman is a genius I encountered, and he has deep hatred with Elder Cen..."
Elder Lu related the story but altered some details.
"Oh?"
The Vice Palace Master became interested in Chen Yu, observing him closely, yet unable to discern Chen Yuâs exact cultivation.
"If the conditions Elder Lu offered are true, I will serve the Vice Palace Master with my life from now on."
Chen Yu declared.
"You need not worry about that, not a single one of Elder Luâs conditions will be lacking."
The Vice Palace Master said with a faint smile.
"I am following the path of multiple stars in cultivation, and my progress is currently slow. I hear that the Vice Palace Master has a top-tier multi-star cultivation technique; I wonder if it can be bestowed upon me first."
Chen Yu continued, playing his role.
"Donât rush on that; this palace will provide it to you."
After some exchange, Chen Yu and Elder Lu withdrew.
"Your every move is under my surveillance. You can try and see whether the Vice Palace Master saves you first or I kill you first."
Chen Yu suddenly transmitted a message.
Just now, he sensed that Elder Lu had some thoughts, but she was too fearful to gamble on them.
"I have realized my mistake."
Elder Lu revealed a piteous expression.
"Does the Vice Palace Master truly have the Sixth Transition Star Cultivation Technique?"
Chen Yu expressed his doubts about it.
Some four-star forces in the Great Yu Realm do not possess a complete Sixth Transition Star Cultivation Method.
"He doesnât, but thereâs a great chance of acquiring it."
Elder Lu confessed honestly, not daring to deceive Chen Yu.
"A great chance of acquiring it?"
"Yes, deep within the dungeon of the Black Cloud Palace, a prisoner of complex origin is held. The Vice Palace Master may be able to obtain the Sixth Transition Star Cultivation Method from him!"