Chapter 293 – Four Celestial Sovereigns: Mo Cangtian

As Ye Kuang rose to his feet once more, he effortlessly captured the attention and intertwined gazes of countless onlookers!

Unbeknownst to many, the Artificer Venerable had just driven back the Dao and Alchemy Venerables with two heavy punches, yet even he paled at the sight.

“Youngster, your methods are truly ruthless! Killing so many of my disciples—consider this grudge firmly settled with you, old man!”

“Unfortunately, one remains missing.”

“Hahaha! Ridiculous, utterly ridiculous! Do you think these two old fools can deplete this Venerable’s power? You must be delusional!”

Ye Kuang found the words deeply resonating, then advanced slowly with his sword in hand.

At that moment, his Dantian Inner World cycled endlessly, brimming with vitality, radiating a completely renewed vigor.

Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle!

In an instant, as Ye Kuang moved, a vast, mist-like substance suddenly billowed from his Baihui point.

It resembled a dragon exhaling clouds, connecting heaven and earth, embodying a breadth as vast as the sea, capable of encompassing all things for his own use.

When this inexplicable sensation flooded his heart, he finally understood that his current enlightenment transcended the boundaries of Realm—it was the ultimate mystery, attainable only through the sublimation of personal experience.

For a moment, even Ye Kuang’s steps showed no sign of faltering, instead appearing as if he truly traversed vast distances in a single stride.

The Artificer Venerable, who had held him in contempt just moments before, could not help but turn pale with alarm, retreating a step in fright.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang inevitably halted, then narrowed his eyes and asked with a smile, “Why do I always feel that you harbor fear, Venerable One? What do you think?”

“Shut your mouth, old man!” Unexpectedly, the Artificer Venerable roared upon hearing this, then launched a lethal strike without a second thought, swift as thunder.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

For a moment, the howling wind filled their ears, and the scene before them could hardly conceal its breathtaking glimpse.

Ye Kuang not only evaded the incoming fist winds with ease but also leaped several zhang away with a single tap of his foot.

Hiss, hiss, hiss!

Only then did the onlookers gasp in shock, unable to hide their trembling hearts.

Clearly, they were deeply astounded by Ye Kuang’s speed.

In contrast, the Artificer Venerable, having just regained his senses, could not help but stare blankly, muttering, “What… is this? How can your speed be so swift…”

“Speed?” Unbeknownst to him, Ye Kuang burst into wild laughter upon hearing this: “Hahaha…”

And as these waves of unrestrained, exhilarated laughter rose, the entire scene fell into a deathly silence.

In response, the Artificer Venerable’s face turned ashen, his facial muscles twitching repeatedly, before he snarled, “What are you laughing at? Do you think mere speed like this is enough to defeat this Venerable?”

Ye Kuang’s expression seemed to freeze upon hearing this, yet his eyes betrayed glints of cold stars. Then, he slowly sheathed his sword at his abdomen.

Witnessing this, the crowd was inevitably perplexed.

After all, Ye Kuang was dozens of steps away from the Artificer Venerable. Even with his sword drawn and explosive speed, there was absolutely no possibility of reaching his opponent.

Swish!

But who could have expected that an unremarkable gleam of light silently erupted, and in the blink of an eye, he stood right before the Artificer Venerable.

“Ah…” At this moment, even the supremely arrogant Artificer Venerable could not help but let out a startled cry.

Ye Kuang had merged himself with his sword, moving so swiftly that he crossed several zhang in an instant.

Thud!

That sword strike was truly stunning—not only did it pierce through the Artificer Venerable’s chest in a flash, but it also drove straight to the hilt.In the blink of an eye, it was only after the fact that the onlookers realized the terrifying power of that sword strike!

One could say its speed transcended conventional definitions of velocity, resembling more a celestial blade from beyond, leaving no room for evasion.

Witnessing this, Dao Venerable couldn’t help but murmur to himself: “Resonating with the sword, the realm of unity between heaven and man.”

Hearing this, Pill Venerable also grew inwardly horrified, exclaiming aloud: “A single thought, a sword through the void!”

As for such insight, how could Artificer Venerable fail to comprehend it?

Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, his eyes wide with fury, clearly still in disbelief, before he erupted into a maddened roar: “The legendary Innate Realm—how could someone like you be worthy?”

With that, Artificer Venerable forcibly activated his Qi Sea, causing his entire body to glow faintly with intense radiance.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang couldn’t help but change expression, and without a second thought, he decisively retreated.

To everyone’s astonishment, his sword abruptly melted into a pool of molten iron, burning into chunks of black stone!

Meanwhile, Artificer Venerable wiped the bloody gash, not only stopping the bleeding but also unable to conceal his frenzied rage: “Now that you’re left without a sword, what will you use to fight me?”

Yet, upon hearing this, Ye Kuang’s lips curled slightly upward, and he burst into wild laughter: “What defines a sword? Even without one, what have I to fear?”

No sooner had he spoken than a flash of inspiration struck his mind, compelling his body to wield the strength of his limbs…

Each time his arms sliced through the air, they produced roaring gusts like wind and thunder.

It was as if a heavy sword needed no edge, where great skill appeared artless, or as if bare hands held no sharpness, yet could still radiate piercing brilliance.

“Alas… Artificer Venerable, not only have you gravely underestimated your opponent’s comprehension, but you also arrogantly believe victory is assured. Little do you know, you’ve already lost!”

Just then, from the depths of the forest, came a faint, distant voice transmitted through the air.

One could easily imagine the terror that swept through the Kunlun faction at this display of power—”the voice arrives before the person.”

At that moment, at the edge of Buzhou Mountain, a regal figure gradually came into view.

Hundreds of zhang away, yet in less than a breath, he had arrived silently.

Astonishment!

The crowd instantly tensed as if facing a formidable enemy!

It must be said, if Ye Kuang’s earlier comprehension of unity between heaven and man had already deeply shocked them, then this elder represented the pinnacle of the Human Realm, embodying the natural way of the Dao, evoking sheer terror.

Even Dao Venerable and Pill Venerable exchanged glances, realizing a horrifying truth: the extraterrestrial Demon Sect, once suppressed by their predecessors, had now revived like a dying ember rekindled!

For a moment, even Ye Kuang couldn’t help but glance over, his heart trembling with fear.

The newcomer was also an elder, his temples adorned with pine-needle-like white hairs standing erect; not only was his face radiant, but he bore no resemblance to old age.

Tall and straight, his posture rivaled the proud solitude of a pine or cypress, clearly concealing an aura that made others feel inferior.

Upon seeing the newcomer, Artificer Venerable’s eyes shifted rapidly, his entire body trembling involuntarily, before he respectfully called out: “Old Artificer of Kunlun, pays respects to the Celestial Venerable!”

Celestial Venerable?

Hearing this, the two Venerables of Kunlun couldn’t help but change expressions again, as if struck by thunder!

Ye Kuang: “Celestial Venerable? Could this be one of the Four Celestial Sovereigns…”

Unbeknownst to him, his silent words were clearly observed by the elder.”Are you Ye Kuang?” the old man said calmly.

Ye Kuang: “…”

Seeing this, Artificer Venerable suddenly responded: “Your Excellency, he is indeed Ye Kuang.”

Hearing this, the old man suddenly broke into a smile and introduced himself: “This venerable one is…”

“Mo Cangtian of the Four Celestial Sovereigns!”