820: A match

Under the siege of Yang Lingchen's nine Purple Flame Clones, Gu Jiansheng's expression became increasingly unsightly, and the injuries on his body were gradually mounting.

He wished he could smash Yang Lingchen to death on the spot, but Yang Lingchen's speed was beyond his reach. Furthermore, activating the nine profound exquisite pagoda required a massive amount of Immortal Essence Power, making his movements even slower.

“Heavenly Thunder Soul Devouring Slash!”

At that moment, Yang Lingchen suddenly seized an opportunity. He silently unleashed a Soul attack while his nine Purple Flame Clones surrounded Gu Jiansheng, serving as a distraction.

“Boom...!”

The already exhausted Gu Jiansheng's entire Sea of Consciousness instantly fell into a daze. Seizing the opening, Yang Lingchen shot the sky-splitting spear in his hand toward the opponent's Dantian like a meteor.

“Squelch...!”

With a crisp sound of penetration, Gu Jiansheng's body was instantly transfixed by the sky-splitting spear. It carried him flying for thousands of feet before pinning him heavily onto the ground of the Life and Death Stage.

“Puff...!”

“How could I die here?”

A mouthful of blood sprayed from Gu Jiansheng's mouth. His eyes were filled with disbelief, and blood had already dyed his body red.

At this moment, the only thought in his mind was regret—regret that he shouldn't have engaged in a life-and-death battle with a monster like Yang Lingchen.

Soon, the light in his eyes gradually faded, and he finally closed them forever.

The first thing Yang Lingchen did was collect the nine profound exquisite pagoda from the ground into his haotian jade space, and then he also took Gu Jiansheng's storage ring.

After finishing everything, Yang Lingchen finally walked down from the arena.

“Holy crap, this guy's ability to challenge those at higher Ranks is too terrifying!”

“Yeah! With this terrifying combat power, there's probably no one left in the Outer Court who is his match!”

At this moment, the stands surrounding War God Valley were filled with shock.

No one expected that Yang Lingchen, an Outer Court Disciple at the fifth level of the Golden Immortal Realm, could actually kill Gu Jiansheng, who was at the third level of the Spirit Immortal Realm, on the Life and Death Stage.

Yang Lingchen's Heaven-Defying ability to challenge higher Ranks had completely overturned everyone's perception of him.

“Yang Lingchen, I want to have your babies!”

As soon as Yang Lingchen stepped off the arena, thunderous applause erupted. Some bold female Disciples even shouted Yang Lingchen's name, saying they wanted to have his children.

“Yang Lingchen, I'm sorry. It's all my fault for causing you such big trouble,” Huangfu Xinyue said weakly.

“It's not your fault!” Yang Lingchen said with a smile. “You are all my friends. Since he dared to harass you, I naturally had to teach him a lesson.”

“You really don't blame me?” Huangfu Xinyue asked tenderly.

“Of course not.” Yang Lingchen gave a slight smile and said, “It's rare for us all to be together. Today is my treat; let's go to the Medicinal Cuisine Hall to eat.”

Subsequently, led by Yang Lingchen, the group made their way grandly to the East Immortal Academy's Medicinal Cuisine Restaurant.

“Yang Lingchen, how did your strength increase so quickly?” Qiao Yanxi blinked and asked curiously.

By now, she was completely impressed by Yang Lingchen. Three years ago, Yang Lingchen wasn't even her match, but now her cultivation was far inferior to his.

“Let's put it this way! Actually, I am the Reincarnation of the God of the Universe. In the future, the entire Myriad Heavens Immortal Realm might be under my rule. If you really have any thoughts about me, you can come to my room with Tiantian tonight?” Yang Lingchen said jokingly.

“scoundrel, I don't want to!” Qiao Yanxi's face turned slightly red as she huffed irritably, though her heart suddenly fluttered a little.

“Lingchen, Gu Jiansheng is a member of the Gu Family. Killing him might bring big trouble. You must be extra careful when you go out for tempering in the future,” Chu Yuechan said softly.

“Thank you for the reminder, Senior Sister Chu. I will be careful,” Yang Lingchen nodded and said.

After the medicinal meal, Yang Lingchen sent Ji Tiantian back and then walked all the way toward the Outer Court Trading Square.

At the same time, the news of Yang Lingchen killing Gu Jiansheng spread throughout the entire Outer Court and Inner Court immediately.

At this moment, Yang Lingchen's fame was thoroughly established in the Outer Court... East Immortal Inner Court.

“Slam...!”

A handsome young man dressed in luxurious brocade robes slammed his palm onto the table.

“Little Bastard, how dare you kill my brother, Gu Jiansheng. If I don't tear you into ten thousand pieces, I am not Gu Jiancheng.” A cold chill emanated from Gu Jiancheng's eyes.

Gu Jiansheng was his biological younger brother, and the two had been very close since childhood. To his surprise, as soon as he came out of seclusion, he heard the news of his brother's murder, which caused a monstrous rage to rise in his heart.

Gu Jiancheng secretly vowed that no matter the cost, he would tear Yang Lingchen into ten thousand pieces... The Outer Court Trading Square was located on a peak with abundant Spiritual Qi; it was bustling with people and extremely lively.

Various stalls displayed all sorts of Cultivation Techniques, Secret Manuals, and Sharp Weapons. However, it was clear that these items were not of high Rank. Of course, some people did manage to find hidden gems here, but the probability was very low.

After entering the Trading Square, a dazzling array of items caught Yang Lingchen's eye, and from time to time, he could hear the sounds of Cultivators bargaining.

Yang Lingchen took a turn around the Trading Square but didn't find anything good. So, he set up a stall in an open spot and took out some Medicinal Pills he had on hand.

Then, he took out a brush and ink and wrote a sign in front of the stall.

“Top-grade Golden Immortal Pills, twenty thousand Medium Grade immortal spirit crystals each.”

“Top-grade Golden Immortal Realm detoxification pills, ten thousand Medium Grade immortal spirit crystals each.”

“Top-grade Root Enhancement Pill. After taking it, you can change to any size you want. One hundred thousand Medium Grade immortal spirit crystals each. Honest prices for all, full refund if ineffective.”

“Essential pill for Cultivators: I Love a Single Matchstick! Twenty thousand Medium Grade immortal spirit crystals each. Join Brother Loser's fan group and get one for free.”

After finishing the writing, Yang Lingchen began to shout at the top of his lungs: “Come and take a look, everyone! These are rare top-grade pills. Don't miss out as you pass by!”

Soon, a crowd of onlookers gathered in front of Yang Lingchen's stall.

“Holy cow, they really are top-grade pills!”

“I want two top-grade Golden Immortal Pills.”

“I want two top-grade detoxification pills.”

For a time, Yang Lingchen's business was booming as many people began to purchase the pills.

Just then, a burly man over two meters tall wearing a mask walked over and said softly, “Give me one Root Enhancement Pill.”

...To be continued...!