Chapter 316: Chapter 294: The Indestructible Body Conceals an Opportunity! Chapter 316: Chapter 294: The Indestructible Body Conceals an Opportunity! Ever since he resolved to devote all his efforts to searching for the incorruptible body, Chen Yuanâs movements had been centered around the Primordial Void Realmâs heart. He had almost finished scouring the area in this direction.
Although he had found some Spirit Grass and Spirit Fruit, fortune remained elusive, not a trace to be found.
During this time, Chen Yuan had also encountered that white-haired old Taoist. The two had merely assessed each other from a distance before retreating, with no intent to greet one another.
They were not companions, nor could they walk the same path.
Chen Yuan had searched through a quarter of the Primordial Void Realm, paying special attention to some skeletons on the ground, but without exception, they were all reduced to bones.
At this juncture, he began to ponder about the exact place where the two powerful beings who repaired the Secret Realm had chosen to enter meditation and pass away. It couldnât just be anywhere.
It had to be a secret location where they concealed their coffin and body.
After much thought, he felt there might be some possibility in the palace located at the center of the Primordial Void Realm.
It was said to have been searched by others, with no treasures left inside. Perhaps there were some previously, but they must have been taken by the high-level experts from the previous batches who entered the Primordial Void Realm.
If the body was in plain sight, it would certainly have been discovered.
Therefore, he was convinced that if the remains of those two were indeed in that palace, they would be deeply hidden. But no matter how deep, as long as it was within a certain range, Chen Yuan would be able to find it!
The basis for these conjectures was, in truth, the same as he had previously considered: since the exit of the Primordial Void Realm was located at that palace, it must be a critical juncture!
With this thought, Chen Yuan suddenly increased his speed towards the central area. Along the way, he consciously passed up even unclaimed Spirit Grass he saw.
These things held some value, but not much to him.
After almost another hour had passed, Chen Yuan finally caught sight of the palace standing atop a mountain from afar. At this moment, if he were in the outside world, the sky would already be pitch black.
But here, there was no sun or moon, and everything was still as bright as daylight, with time passing in a way that made it difficult to keep track of hours.
After a careful scan, Chen Yuan moved through the air towards the direction of the palace, which was situated at the top of the mountain, about a hundred meters from the ground.
Not that high, more or less level with Chen Yuanâs position in the air.
The palace was entirely dark black, made of extraordinary materials. Due to years of neglect and no cleaning, its surface was covered with much dust. At the entrance of the great hall were two massive pillars.
One was made of wood, as was the other.
Chen Yuan landed on the ground and was about to enter the hall to search when he suddenly paused, his eyelids drooping as if sensing something, and said lightly,
âSince Your Excellency has arrived first, why conceal yourself? You might as well show yourself.â
His words fell on silence; no one responded. It seemed as though Chen Yuan was talking to himself, but he was absolutely certain, and with a cold snort, his hand slowly moved to rest on the Yan Ling Saber at his waist.
Suddenly, a figure dressed in black flashed a shadow and walked out of the palace, standing on the steps above, looking down at Chen Yuan and saying,
âPatrol Envoy Chen, why have you arrived so early? The Secret Realm doesnât end until tomorrow.â
âItâs none of Your Excellencyâs concern. If you must ask, then it would be wise for Your Excellency to explain why you came so early instead,â Chen Yuan replied, his expression serene as he looked at the black-robed woman before him.
Her voice was cold, and even though she was wrapped in a black robe, careful observation revealed some feminine traits. Whether out of confidence or due to her Cultivation Technique,
there were no signs of any weapon in her hands.
Under the black robe, a remarkably stunning face frowned slightly, seemingly displeased with Chen Yuanâs attitude, and she said with a slightly cold tone,
âThe Governmentâs meddling is excessively broad.â
âAnd isnât yours?â
Chen Yuan retorted directly.
He truly held no feelings of pity for women; in his eyes, men and women were equal.
âRetreat now, and I wonât make a move.â
The black-robed woman threatened.
âThen make your move,â Chen Yuan said, the corner of his mouth curling slightly. He had just achieved a breakthrough; his blood was surging, and his energy was at its peak. He was eager to have a proper fight with this woman.
A proper fight!
âAs expected of Demon Blade, arrogantly overconfident. But youâve picked the wrong person!â the black-robed womanâs gaze sharpened, a cold light flashing by as her aura instantly surged,
Reach Profound Late Stage!
Another Reach Profound Late Stage expert!
Chen Yuan was astonished, his surprise bolting through him. He felt that his previous guess was very accurate; this individual wrapped in a black robe was indeed not ordinary. The only thing that felt somewhat off to him was that the person didnât have the characteristic cackle of a demonâŠ
The black-robed woman stretched out a hand covered in transparent black gloves that looked exquisite without any hindrance, smooth and flawless.
A cluster of black flames burst forth from her palm in an instant.
The scorching temperature was high, such that even Chen Yuan, ten meters away, could sense it. The space around the woman even seemed to twist and ripple slightly.
âWhat is this technique?â Chen Yuanâs gaze was filled with shock and uncertainty; this was the first time he had seen such a method, where one could produce a wisp of eerie black flames from oneâs hand.
Arenât all Reach Profound Martial Artists supposed to practice Gang Qi?
The black-robed woman didnât want to waste too many words. She gave him a cold glance, and the dark black flames in her hand instantly flew out, transforming into a serpentine fireball that rushed towards Chen Yuan in the space between them.
In a flash, Chen Yuan was also ready to respond. With a shake of his arm, the blood from his Heavenly Element Acupoint surged instantly, causing his right arm to swell and its veins to bulge prominently,