Chapter 487 Torture Wutian 1
The furious attack from the Tongtians killed Wutian.
However, where the energy dissipated, a ball of light as large as a small mountain appeared.
From a distance, it vaguely resembles a falcon.
The cluster of light gradually became clearer.
This is Wutian's primordial soul, and his companion treasure is a beast soul.
The many experts quickly recognized it as Ling Tianjun.
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The Sky Falcon is the fastest among all the rare falcon species. The greatest benefit that this beast soul brings to Wutian is that as long as he cultivates a movement technique, he can reach the most perfect state of that technique. Moreover, with each cultivation realm he reaches, his speed can quickly reach the fastest speed of that level.
Among the many realms below Tongtian, even among Tongtian cultivators who haven't yet undergone tribulation, his speed is top-notch. However, both Gu Yuan and Pei Xiaoling, whom he encountered, also reached the fastest speed.
—The mutated dragon armor soldiers, although their strength can never reach that of a Tongtian cultivator who has transcended tribulation, are extremely fast. They can quickly adapt and adjust to the speed of their opponents, and can reach the level of a second-stage Tongtian cultivator at the fastest!
Needless to say, Pei Xiaoling was even more so.
He fought his way through Ji Zhan, a figure capable of slaughtering mountains of corpses and seas of blood. His speed was among the top in the First Tribulation Heaven Realm, and many Second Tribulation Heaven Realm experts might not be faster than him.
That being said...
It was precisely because Wutian's Sky Falcon Beast Soul was so fast that he was able to attack geniuses so smoothly in the past. Otherwise, if it were Tongtian, whose strength was not speed, the geniuses would have more defenses, and certain level 8 treasures and guardian techniques might not have been completely unable to react—at least they wouldn't have run into trouble only now, after encountering the Zhong and Wu couple.
Take Wu Shaogan for example. His speed is comparable to some Nirvana Realm cultivators, and he can sense when a Nirvana Realm cultivator attacks him in advance.
If one were to perceive the existence of Tongtian through Nirvana methods, it would be the same thing—of course, the difference between Spirit Transformation and Nirvana is far less than the difference between Nirvana and Tongtian.
In addition, because he is so fast, if he wants to run, even many of the Tongtian who employ him would find it difficult to catch him.
That's why he could appear and disappear so mysteriously, and why he was highly respected among the evil people who had contacted him.
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Many of the Transcendent Realm experts who saw the Sky-Piercing Falcon had flashes of anger in their eyes.
Their gazes fell upon Ling Tianjun's heart.
There was a human figure faintly visible among them, which was none other than Wutian's primordial soul.
Many cultivators choose to merge their primordial spirit into the heart of a beast's soul for a greater sense of security.
Wutian is still awake, hiding inside the beast soul, not daring to show himself.
He was surrounded by many experts, all of whom looked very unpleasant.
Clearly, they all wanted to kill Goten completely.
However, Wutian's current affiliation is still uncertain.
Everyone gets a share.
Gradually, the Tongtians calmed down and turned their attention to Pei Xiaoling.
At this moment, Pei Xiaoling was slowly plunging the Heavenly Blade into his abdomen—and then returning it to his Dao Palace.
The blood that had been dripping down the Heavenly Blade had now been completely drained away, leaving it smooth and clean.
Pei Xiaoling's silver armor was pitted and uneven because he was in the heat of the battle, and Wu Tian's blood kept splattering out, landing on his silver armor and corroding it.
He still wears a gentle smile, but the red light flashing in his eyes clearly reveals a terrifying ferocity.
The lingering resentment hadn't yet dissipated.
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Pei Xiaoling nodded slightly to the many Tongtians, then raised his hand and threw out a white veil, which directly absorbed Wutian's beast soul into it, turning it into a small bundle.
Then, he flashed and arrived on the ancient city, landing next to Ji Zhan.
The other few with piercing pupils narrowed slightly, but they quickly realized Pei Xiaoling's plan. They all flashed away and landed on the ancient city at the same time.
Ji Zhan left the city tower and stood very close to Pei Xiaoling, the wide hem of her robe gently brushing against his silver armor.
The two weren't overly intimate, but standing together so close to each other was enough to show the depth of their affection.
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Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan had witnessed everything. Now that the Tongtian people had arrived, as the masters of the ancient city, they also faced the crowd and performed a junior's salute.
"Greetings, Sect Master and Grand Hall Master."
"Greetings to all the seniors."
Pei Xiaoling nodded slightly, a gentle smile on his face, and said, "Is there a place to stay in the city? We have some questions that we need to ask this fellow traveler."
Zhong Cai immediately said, "Grand Master, any of the palaces in the outer city would be fine." He then pointed to the inner city, "That will do too."
Several enormous palaces were specially built in both the inner and outer city.
However, the ones in the outer city are for entertaining guests, holding meetings, etc., while those in the inner city are left empty and can be used for any purpose when needed.
Pei Xiaoling glanced at it and laughed, "The inner city is still a bit cramped. I think the one in the middle of the outer city is the most spacious and can accommodate the most people."
Zhong Cai readily agreed, but paused for a moment.
After all, "maximum capacity" means...
At that moment, the many Transcendent cultivators below swept their spiritual senses over.
Although it did not release its pressure indiscriminately, it did naturally possess an aura. The ancient city's defenses were strong enough that any pressure exerted by those who had already entered or those who wanted to enter would be naturally absorbed by the ancient city, without harming the two city masters in the slightest.
All those present at the meeting knew this.
However, everyone understood that this was a battlefield, and there was no place for them to discuss matters. But if they waited any longer, how could they wait for several of Wutian's enemies? They didn't even want to entrust the custody of Wutian's primordial spirit to anyone else.
Therefore, what is most needed now is to interrogate Wu Tian Yuan Hun immediately.
And the most convenient place for interrogation... is naturally this heavily fortified city suspended high in the sky.
Furthermore, once Wutian enters this city, as long as the defenses are opened, even if he still has some trump card that he can use with his primordial spirit, there is still a very small chance that other Tongtians will let him escape... He will also be unable to escape from this ancient city, making it even easier to capture him.
At this moment, the Tongtians, who had already arrived, sensed the souls of their fellow Daoists and knew that this matter was of great importance. They could not prevent the other Tongtians from investigating.
Therefore, Pei Xiaoling said gently to Zhong Cai, "Cai'er, please also open the door and invite the other seniors in."
Zhong Cai replied, "Yes, Grand Master."
Then, with a thought, Wu Shaogan temporarily opened the defenses of the entire ancient city.
Those outside the battlefield immediately noticed and leaped up, arriving in the ancient city as well.
And so, in this outer city, all the heavens and earth gathered together.
Back when Zhong and Wu built this ancient city, they never imagined that one day they would be able to "host" so many top experts at the same time—their real purpose was to interrogate another evil cultivator.
Zhong Cai thought to herself: It's really an honor.
However, only those who had reached the highest level could enter the city. When they all arrived at the same time in the blink of an eye, Wu Shaogan deactivated the defenses.
The other cultivators watching naturally understood that the Tongtians had things to do, and they wouldn't be so tactless as to insist on coming to the ancient city. So even the temple masters who also came from the War God Temple waited as before.
However, they couldn't help but have many guesses in their hearts, and since the Tongtian Sect members were no longer here, they couldn't help but whisper among themselves.
"This battle was truly intense! I never expected so many senior experts to join forces!"
"They all seem to be Wutian's enemies!"
"That evil path is truly formidable, harming so many geniuses of our righteous path. They deserve to die!"
"The seniors of Tongtian should all be out interrogating people now. Who knows how many more heinous things haven't been revealed yet!"
"Then Wutian is definitely doomed this time!"
The murmurs arose from groups of people, each forming their own group. It wasn't a large group chat, but rather more like a small discussion with friends, family, or familiar strangers.
No one noticed that two distinguished young cultivators had quietly appeared from nowhere, blended into the crowd, listened to the information they wanted to know, and subtly brought up a few topics, with many people echoing their sentiments.
These two were Wu Dongxiao and Xuan Bing, who had finally arrived.
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After the two brothers escaped, they rushed over as fast as they could, eager to know how things would unfold.
They had also heard that Mr. and Mrs. Zhong were safe, but no matter how safe they were, it wouldn't be as reassuring as seeing them in person.
When they arrived, the two were surprised to find that they were late.
Now nothing can be seen anymore; Tongtian and Zhongwu have both entered the palace.
The ancient city has been sealed off.
If you want to know more, you'll have to wait a little longer.
The fact that the Tongtians interrogated the heretical Tongtian was such a momentous event that they would surely give an explanation afterward.
After all, this incident has caused quite a stir.
The resulting turmoil was also significant.
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Meanwhile, the heretical sects in the nearby areas who heard any rumors quickly disappeared.
As for the matter of having a legitimate reason to attack the mountain gates in several domains and seize food and supplies...
The Tongtians are probably all furious right now. If they wave their hands when they're not happy, wouldn't countless evil sects be wiped out?
Other righteous paths need not be worried, but the evil paths do not have the protection of top-level experts. They will definitely be wiped out as soon as Tongtian makes a move.
Those who were previously unaware of the news will gradually receive it as well.
This small-scale battle, linking good and evil, forced all the evil factions that were stirring up trouble to stop prematurely.
As for that treasure that can increase the chances of Nirvana and advance to the Heavenly Realm... it's not that no one remembers it or no one covets it, but unless they really can't suppress their greed, they still want to save their lives while the righteous Heavenly Realm masters are not busy.
For a moment, the forces of Bailin Domain, Qianfang Domain, and Wanxue Domain all breathed a sigh of relief.
I never expected such a good thing to happen!
Of course, some righteous people did develop greedy thoughts during this inter-domain battle, and it wasn't all the evil forces who were behind it.
Now, they are somewhat regretful that they failed to find the trace of that treasure.
But now is indeed not the right time.
Never mind, as long as we know it exists on the evil path, there will always be opportunities.
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Meanwhile, inside the ancient city, all the Tongtians entered the most magnificent hall.
Pei Xiaoling gestured for Zhong and Wu to come in as well.
Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan immediately followed.
None of the other Tongtians objected.
Because this ancient city seemed quite strange to them, based on their experience, they could tell that it must be a treasure that was born there.
After a quick analysis, Tongtian, with his superior eyesight, discovered that this might not just be one person's companion treasure, but rather an effect achieved through the fusion of their Daoist partners.
They quickly realized that this accompanying treasure was probably not like this from the beginning, but rather it had undergone multiple upgrades...
So……
Many powerful spiritual thoughts swept over Zhong Wufu.
So, these two young boys, with such young bone ages, are still able to accumulate resources time and time again to upgrade their companion treasures and gradually improve their aptitude...
They were even better than they had originally thought.
Many experts secretly thought that after living for so many years, they had seen countless top geniuses with extraordinary talents, so much so that while they thought the Zhong and Wu couple were quite good, they hadn't paid them much attention... Therefore, they all felt that they had underestimated this couple in the past.
Although Ji Zhan didn't speak, he saw everything. Because he had been operating the cannons for a long time, he had a better understanding of the ancient city's structure and the cannons' capabilities. He was also aware that the ancient city was permeated with the aura of his two disciples, which showed that it was indeed built with their will and was indeed a companion treasure of the constantly evolving type.
Pei Xiaoling is the same.
Neither of them said anything, but whenever there was a suggestion or decision to be made, Pei Xiaoling would take the initiative first, not letting the younger generation stand out—although there was not much left to hide, the younger generation's presence was really not that important in this situation.
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Inside the main hall.
The overall layout is quite simple, with several private seats and an empty hall.
There's basically nothing decorated.
The Tongtians, on the contrary, felt that they had chosen the right place. Now they each found a private seat and sat down, waiting to see what would happen next.
Ji Zhan and Pei Xiaoling sat at the head of the table.
Zhong Wufu sat at a distance behind them.
Immediately, Pei Xiaoling slightly raised his hand.
The white gauze bundle flew out and hovered in the center of the hall.
The white veil unfolded quickly.
The Lingtian Falcon Beast Soul, which had merged with Wutian Yuanhun, was completely exposed to everyone.
Several Tongtians, filled with hatred, sat in the front seats.
At this moment, anyone could easily crush and flatten the Sky Falcon Beast Soul with a sudden burst of energy.
Pei Xiaoling turned his head and reminded the Zhong Wu couple not to make any comments before speaking up himself: "The aggrieved party this time is a disciple of my Lingxian Sect and the War God Hall. This person... I heard from you all that his name is Wutian."
Several experts who had just gathered a lot of information arrived and quickly nodded.
Pei Xiaoling continued, "Although Wutian has committed many sins, it is still our two families who should ask him first."
Several Tongtians, filled with hatred, wanted to ask first, but there had to be a first-come, first-served order.
So, it's true that the victims of the recent events should ask first, as this will provide more comprehensive information.
Pei Xiaoling looked at the beast soul and said directly, "Is the person behind you in this operation the Poison Toad Ancestor?"
Within that beast soul, Wutian's primordial soul flickered a few times, but wisely gave a timely reply.
"It is indeed a poisonous toad."
He even spilled the beans, revealing everything about what benefits the poisonous toads had given him and how they had made him work.
There was absolutely no concealment.
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Wu Tian also knew that this time he would most likely be worn down to the point where his Yuan Soul and Beast Soul would be destroyed.
It is absolutely impossible for him to rebuild his physical body now, and the crimes he has committed will be firmly remembered by his enemies, Tongtian, who will not give him a way out.
Then he should quickly answer the question, perhaps to get a quick and easy solution.
...It doesn't matter if he can't get a quick and easy solution. Now, through many specially selected mystical artifacts, he recalled the things he had done that offended the righteous and powerful.
The Tongtians wanted to torture him more, but he should be able to seize the opportunity from those past events to randomly anger a few of his enemies, causing them to scatter their primordial spirits.
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The many Tongtians around him had assumed that Wutian wouldn't mind betraying his employers, but they hadn't expected him to cooperate so readily without any hesitation.
They really are... flexible and adaptable.
Looking at Wutian now, the Tongtians felt that he was quite open-minded and intelligent. If he had not cultivated the evil path, but had initially cultivated the righteous path, he could have achieved the same level as Tongtian.
But for now, it would be best for Goten to reveal more information as soon as possible.
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After hearing Wutian's words, the many cultivators who had reached the Heavenly Realm closed their eyes, unsure of what to say.
But this incident further demonstrates Wutian's skill... When Tongtian thought about what might happen to his juniors and beloved disciples, his anger, no matter how much he suppressed it, couldn't help but leak out as a powerful aura.
Fortunately, the ancient city absorbed these oppressive forces in time.
Tongtian, one of Tongtian's enemies, also took a deep breath and calmed down a bit.
After receiving the answer, Pei Xiaoling said, "Next, it is up to you all to ask questions."
At that moment, Feng Tiancan stepped forward and demanded sharply, "Who hired you to murder my son back then? How did you obtain the Cicada Immortal Robe?"
The Wutian Yuanhun within the Beast Soul has not yet responded.
Feng Tiancan flicked his arm, and a whip handle appeared in his palm. Lightning crackled and flames swirled around it, and it crackled in the air.
Wu Tian's primordial spirit trembled slightly, and he immediately said, "I'm thinking about it!"
Feng Tiancan became even angrier.
His child—was so disregarded by Wutian!
Feng Tiancan cracked his whip again, intending to lash out!
However, they were stopped by other Tongtians.
Since Wutian is cooperating so well now, if we continue to beat him, he probably won't reveal the information easily.
If you are too angry, you can whip them after the interrogation is over.
Feng Tiancan forced himself to calm down.
Yes, rather than attacking Wutian, it's better to hold off for now and wait for Wutian to confess.
Admittedly, Wutian is extremely detestable, and it was he who personally carried out the attack, but what he really wanted to find was the person who dared to hire Wutian.
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Under the threat of the whip, Wutian Yuanhun did not hesitate and said everything he was thinking.
"The one who hired me to intercept and kill your son is a righteous Tongtian."
Feng Tiancan's expression changed drastically, and he shouted angrily, "What did you say?!"
Wu Tian Yuan Hun said with certainty, "It is indeed your righteous path. At the time, he told me that your son had the Cicada Immortal Robe on him, and that his defense was only at level eight. His job was to kill your son and make sure no one could find him, but all the resources on your son would belong to me. At the same time, he gave me an level eight pill as payment."
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For example, when Wutian accepts employment, it's not simply a matter of requiring level nine resources as payment.
For him, the more geniuses he plundered, the more he could exchange for level nine resources.
Often the fee isn't that high—although it has to be at least at the eighth level.
For simpler items, you only need one level 8 resource. For more difficult items, those with a strong background and difficult to handle, you need a level 9 selling fee.
The expenses for Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan are particularly high because these two have enormous potential, likely carry many life-saving items, and are almost certain to achieve great success in the future.
The background is also very strong.
Ji Zhan and Pei Xiaoling are both formidable opponents.
So this is one of the highest prices Wutian has ever paid in all these years.
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After hearing Wutian's words, the other Tongtians were also shocked.
What? !
Was he hired by Tongtian, the master of the righteous path?
Moreover, Tongtian knew very well that Feng Chen was carrying the Cicada Immortal Robe and knew some of his trump cards.
That……
Who exactly is this Tongtian?
Zhong Tongtian thought this way, and that's what he asked.
Wu Tian's primordial spirit flickered again, as if shaking his head: "I don't know about that. He's also hiding his true nature."
Feng Tiancan's face darkened, and he asked in a deep voice, "You mean hiding your head and showing your tail? If you're deceiving me—"
Wu Tian Yuan Hun hurriedly said, "I am absolutely not lying. Moreover, his hiding methods are extremely powerful. In order to be aware of the situation, I even went to follow him. After I succeeded, I also wanted to contact him, but I was unable to do so."
"This person is very strong; he was already at the Second Tribulation Heaven-Reaching Realm back then."
—And Feng Tiancan is now only at the second stage of the Heavenly Tribulation.
This makes it even more puzzling.
Why would that person target a junior back then? And why would they specifically hire evil people?
Seeing that Wu Tian's answer was sincere, Feng Tiancan carefully examined it and found that there was indeed no emotional fluctuation indicating that he was lying.
—When Yuanhun (spirits) communicate with humans, they cannot hide many of their emotions, so directly interrogating Yuanhun is a better way to ensure the truth.
Feng Tiancan originally wanted to get the truth from Wutian, but suddenly a mystery arose.
He still needs to investigate the righteous path to find the culprit!
Wu Tian Yuan Hun dared not say anything more, lest he suffer unnecessary torment.
The other Tongtians were all waiting for Feng Tiancan to calm down.
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