blenderwars Chapter 581 - 575: Existence · The Slumbering Chosen Ones
Chapter 581 - 575: Existence · The Slumbering Chosen Ones
By that time, Tatake would not only experience the utmost pain, but it could also lead to his physical body collapsing and his soul suffering severe damage.
Tatake could easily recognize that this was indeed his own doing, with no possibility of imitation.
And also...
The indescribable fear that arose upon seeing Ye Fengqing was no illusion.
This was the real reason why he immediately chose to back down.
Honestly, Tatake could just barely understand how Ma Ran and Su Qiangwei could speak to Ye Fengqing as equals.
After all, according to the information he collected, the [Prophet] and [Martial God] were the legendary [Ice River Immortals] on Cangming Star, and even Ye Fengqing grew up hearing their legends.
But other members of Guangyu Academy dared to speak so casually in front of Ye Fengqing...
To Tatake, that was simply courting death!
How dare these people talk to her like that?
Truly incomprehensible.
The stronger the lifeform, the more deeply they could perceive the gap between themselves and this woman.
No!
This being could not be called human!
Even words like god, immortal, or Buddha, which are considered praises in the eyes of ordinary people, would tarnish Ye Fengqing. They simply don’t match her status.
Such an existence...
Tatake could only use the word "existence" to describe Ye Fengqing.
With his limited knowledge, he couldn’t find a single word that could match this [Lord of the Red Lotus].
"The person you should apologize to isn’t me."
Ye Fengqing didn’t spare Tatake a glance, her gaze shifted to Ma Ran, and after a moment, she looked towards Su Qiangwei, speaking gently: "This swordsmanship adventure will broaden your horizons."
"However... what belongs to others is ultimately theirs."
"Don’t delay your own cultivation."
With that, she turned around, her figure fading away, dissolving into the wind.
Tatake stumbled to his feet, face filled with shock.
That [Lord of the Red Lotus] actually had such a gentle side?
Shaking his head vigorously, Tatake looked at his current limbs and clenched his teeth.
The public distribution of the "Sword Dao Adventure" by Ma Ran was only a few hours away.
He had to seize the time to strengthen these prosthetic limbs.
Although Ye Fengqing didn’t say it, he could roughly guess that the coming "Sword Dao Adventure" would most likely be another global broadcast.
If he performed poorly in front of the world and brought shame to the [Red Lotus Agent], the outcome would likely be no better than "soul-crushing".
...
As the place where global top extraordinary powers converge, coupled with the "Sword Dao Adventure" topic, the incident that happened just under half an hour ago quickly spread worldwide and became well-known.
As one of the Red Lotus Agents and master of [Arcane Magic], Tatake, after entering Guangyu Academy, provocatively challenged Ye Fengqing to curry favor, instantly defeating [Light Speed Gentleman] William and using the momentum to invite a battle with the [Prophet]. But Ma Ran did not personally punish this guy.
Because before he could take action, [Lord of the Red Lotus] Ye Fengqing had already incapacitated the crafty Tatake.
The slightest movement or subtle action of a big shot could be overly interpreted by people.
Right as this happened, extraordinary individuals from around the world repeatedly discussed and analyzed it from various angles.
Birds of a feather flock together, and national guardian-level experts gathered.
[Blazing Rock Funeralist] Zhou Yu initiated the topic.
He was more concerned about today’s "main event".
"Seven Vortex Swordsmanship... Sometimes, I really envy Zhu Hanyi and Wan Haihao, those who wield swords always have that extra flair."
As Zhao Guanlan’s right-hand man, his image in people’s minds was that of a summoner who relied on summoned creatures for combat, with his main combat power concentrated on the Molten Rock Crow. Without his combat pet, he was merely an ordinary A-level superpower user.
Sighing, Zhou Yu said: "Unfortunately, I don’t have the talent for swordsmanship."
In today’s Earthling understanding, most of the Seven Vortex Swordsmanship talent stems from an obsession with the sword. The deeper the obsession, the better the talent!
Things like innate sword bones and transparent sword hearts are flashy embellishments.
In the vast cosmos, perhaps in some civilizations such people truly exist, but at least for Earthlings and Cangming individuals practicing Seven Vortex Swordsmanship, they do not need to consider innate attributes or luck.
The so-called "special means to enhance swordsmanship talent"...
Bringing this up, [God] Gray, [Soul of Slav] Tegnev, [Light Speed Gentleman] William, [Yin Yang Master] Ogata Shitou, and others showed interest.
"What exactly is the ’Seven Vortex Swordsmanship Adventure’? I’ve always been curious..."
"Perhaps, like the previous Inner Qi Opportunity, it creates a [Swordsmanship Hall], forcibly elevating the swordsmanship cultivation of the lucky ones? Maybe, through some special means, directly enhancing their swordsmanship talent?"
"This Sword Dao Adventure, perhaps it’s just pure enhancement of swordsmanship comprehension, accumulation, and realm cultivation; it might not affect talent. Otherwise, the [Martial God] should be on the list."
"Why would you think that? Back then, entering the [Inner Qi Hall] created by the [Prophet], those people not only improved in cultivation but also significantly increased their [Burning Martial] cultivation speed. The harvest from this swordsmanship adventure should be even greater!"
[Industrial Dominator] Julius Adenauer, who had been silent, suddenly changed the topic: "Have any of you noticed that the behavior of the [Tomb] on the Great Wall before was overly bizarre..."
William pondered for a while, glanced around, looked somewhat uneasy, and lowered his voice: "I believe there are kind and just gods in the [Divine Court], but I don’t believe in coincidences. Given the situation at the time, I think when in Busan, the [Martial God] used [Myriad Transformations] to seize the ability of [Emotion Manipulation] from the dying [Romantic Goddess] Shana, and..."
Ogata Shitou suddenly interjected, expressionless: "And the S-level superpower, which was considered chicken ribs in Shana’s hands, when in the hands of the [Martial God], could even affect a deity’s mind!"
"Though not as powerful as the [Prophet], it feels extraordinarily terrifying..."
Tegnev put down the bottle in his hand, gulped: "If nothing is at stake, it’s best to stay away from the Martial God. An existence with such an ability... truly terrifying."
Although not spoken outright, other national guardian-level ability users silently agreed with his statement.
Treasure life, stay away from the [Martial God]!
Including [God] Gray. Although he thought speaking badly behind someone’s back wasn’t good, he remembered something.
Before, while still in Guangyu Academy and meeting [Haotian] Zhang Qianren for the first time, he found the other unbearably annoying, eager to decide life or death with him, but in a blink of an eye, his perspective changed, considering Zhang Qianren as a lifelong friend...
Even though he thought it was a good thing to have gained another friend, thinking back, it feels rather odd.
Perhaps, at that time, Su Qiangwei also influenced his thoughts.
No one wants their emotions altered at a whim.
When they should cry, instead they laugh heartily.
When they should laugh, they look sad.
Just thinking about it gives goosebumps.
"Forget it, let the past be the past."
For Ma Ran’s sake, Gray decided not to fuss over it with Su Qiangwei.
Even so, despite having deep faith in the members of the Guardian Organization, Gray faintly felt he should avoid pairing with Su Qiangwei for missions as much as possible in the future.
Aside from the [Prophet], this offering would not satisfy that [Martial God].
...
Thirty minutes before the Sword Dao Adventure distribution, the identities of the seven [Red Lotus Agents] known as "Chosen Ones" were entirely exposed.
These seven hailed from two major forces—one Chinese and six foreigners.
Their names were Arnold, Chris, Guo Feilin, George, Tatake, Tie Shan, and Orlov.
Having learned from Tatake’s precedent, the other six Red Lotus Agents all kept a low profile, avoiding trouble, gathering in a tea room, closing their eyes, leaning on the sofa, seemingly preserving their mental and physical strength through a light doze.