Chapter 83 - The quasi - saintly malevolent spirit!

Perchance it was the words of threat that exerted their influence. Be that as it may, merely a few minutes elapsed before a relatively intact palace manifested itself in front of Cao Wenbin. Albeit having been corroded by the ravages of time and bereft of its erstwhile splendor, the grandeur inherent within it remained irrepressible."Not bad. Quite discerning." Were it another individual, there might have been a moment of hesitation. However, Cao Wenbin, with the Virtue - Prestige Holy Flame grasped in his hand, paid no mind to such considerations. He pushed open the door and made his ingress. "Squeak~" The door was of a light nature, opening with the slightest push. But that which lurked behind the door was as weighty as a mountain.First to billow forth was an immense volume of spectral qi. Hard upon its heels came a thunderous roar. "Who is this insignificant wretch that dares to trespass upon this prince's domicile without permission?" Initially, Cao Wenbin had already inserted one leg within the precincts of the palace. But upon hearing these words, he instinctively recoiled. And verily, as soon as he had vacated the spot, a yawning chasm immediately opened up where he had previously stood."Power at the pinnacle of the quasi - saint level?" Having arrived at this assessment, Cao Wenbin's countenance immediately assumed a solemn mien. Gone was the nonchalant air that had characterized him hitherto."Somewhat discerning, you are." "Lad, offer up your corporeal form." "Should you cooperate, this prince shall bestow upon you the title of baron." As soon as the words faded, a giant well over two meters in height materialized in front of Cao Wenbin. It was also a spectral entity. However, unlike those insubstantial phantoms without, this ghost's body was almost solidified. Save for its complexion, it was scarcely distinguishable from a mortal. Beside him was a woman attired in courtly robes. Judging from their degree of intimacy, they were doubtless a couple, barring any unforeseen circumstances."Pfft~" Even though he was deeply apprehensive of the other's power, Cao Wenbin could not but be amused. Thereupon, he replied with a visage full of scorn, "Old codger, the Qing Dynasty has long since crumbled." "Take your title with you to the grave.""How dare you!" Such words from Cao Wenbin would be intolerable to the common man. How much more so to this so - called prince."My Qingling Ancient Kingdom has an enduring fortune. Even if heaven and earth were to be annihilated, we would never perish." "Lad, initially I merely intended to sample your flesh. But now it seems that I shall devour your very soul as well." "Remember, it is I, Prince Bingjian, Yi Qingtian, who shall consume you." Having thus spoken, the prince raised his fist and charged towards Cao Wenbin."It can actually disregard the Virtue - Prestige Holy Flame!" "Is this not the bane of all evil creatures?" Cao Wenbin was filled with consternation. However, he soon realized that he had been unduly worried. This prince was indeed powerful, but he was not capable of completely ignoring the Virtue - Prestige Holy Flame. He was merely using spectral qi to counteract it. As for the price, it was a significant reduction in strength. From his original cultivation at the peak of the quasi - saint level, upon approaching Cao Wenbin, he could at most exert the power of the early quasi - saint stage."Qingling Imperial Dynasty!" "Could this be the capital of the Qingling Imperial Dynasty?" "Impossible. This is absolutely impossible." These words were uttered by the Primordial Phoenix. Under normal circumstances, Cao Wenbin would have been consumed with curiosity and would have pestered her with questions. But at present, Cao Wenbin had no time for that."Demon King Fist!" "Bang~" Under these fluctuating circumstances, in this encounter, the two combatants achieved a draw."Dreaming. I must be dreaming." Just like Cao Wenbin before, Yi Qingtian, who had retreated to a safe area, was also filled with astonishment. It was not that his resolve was weak. Rather, the current situation was so bizarre. A confrontation between the Nirvana stage and the quasi - saint level was, in his view, an eventuality that should never occur."Dreaming?" "Since you believe you are still in slumber, then this young master shall rouse you." Cao Wenbin, who was always unforgiving when in the right, immediately launched a preemptive attack after regaining his composure. As for the fist technique he employed this time, it was the Heaven - Shattering Fist. At the same time, he enwrapped the Virtue - Prestige Holy Flame around his fist. Were this blow to land solidly... No, even a mere graze would be sufficient to cause Yi Qingtian great distress.However, Yi Qingtian was no fool. Faced with Cao Wenbin's blatantly underhanded move, he immediately took to his heels. His escape was executed with great celerity. Originally, he had thought that with his speed, he would soon be able to shake off Cao Wenbin. But contrary to his expectations, after running for a while, the distance between the two not only failed to increase but instead grew shorter."How can this fellow's speed and agility be so abnormal!" "No. If this continues, I shall surely be purified by the Virtue - Prestige Holy Flame." With these thoughts in mind, Yi Qingtian's countenance immediately took on a gloomy hue. Thereupon, he shouted at the woman who had hitherto remained motionless, "Possession!"Cao Wenbin, who was in pursuit, was momentarily stunned. Possession? What on earth was this? A unique ability of the Qingling Imperial Dynasty?