Thanks to My Enemy, I Become Immortal Emperor - Chapter 79

Liu Shunyi broke out in cold sweat.

“Old Zhao, hold on! I haven’t even placed that guy on the list yet, don’t rush!”

Internally, Liu Shunyi felt quite anxious.

However, the Yamata Clan member showed no sign of relenting.

Yamata Clan immediately summoned his Life Source Magic Treasure, revealing a long blood-red blade emanating an intensely malevolent aura.

As soon as the blood-red blade appeared, the heavens seemed to darken.

Even the clouds above turned crimson, with haunting wails of tormented souls echoing within them.

“Swish~”

The blood-red blade descended towards Zhao Gou, filling the sky with its ominous glow. Its sheer power was chilling to behold.

Liu Shunyi prepared to summon the Azure Wandering Sword, ready to intervene.

But at that moment, Zhao Gou made his move.

With just a single finger extended, a burst of green light radiated from its tip.

“Crrrash~”

Instantly, the blood-red blade shattered.

The sky cleared once more.

The Yamata Clan member suffered severe backlash from his Life Source Magic Treasure and coughed up large amounts of blood.

A profound silence fell, so quiet one could hear a pin drop.

Zhao Gou then enveloped Yatagarasu with his spiritual power.

“Ahhh…”

Yamata Clan member screamed in agony.

Under the stunned gazes of the crowd, Zhao Gou’s green spiritual power completely incinerated him to ash.

Having accomplished this, Zhao Gou remained silent for a prolonged moment before gracefully departing, exuding the demeanor of a true master.

Liu Shunyi’s eyes widened significantly.

This time, he genuinely did not have to lift a finger.

The battle between Elder Zhao Gou and the Yamata Clan became legendary overnight.

For one simple reason:

Zhao Gou had indisputably become the Golden Core Realm’s undisputed number one.

And as tales spread, they grew more exaggerated with each retelling.

Some even claimed that Zhao Gou, at his current Golden Core stage, could challenge Nascent Soul cultivators.

This wasn’t mere speculation either.

Zhao Gou’s annihilation of White Yamata was nothing short of instantaneous, without even needing to summon his Life Source Magic Treasure.

Naturally,

Zhao Gou’s fame soared, making other sects increasingly wary of Qinglian Sect.

Indeed,

his methods were profoundly mysterious.

Several sects went so far as issuing directives:

If Zhao Gou is present, retreat if possible;

Under no circumstances engage him as an enemy.

Consequently,

in the cultivation world,

Zhao Gou virtually became synonymous with invincibility within his realm.

Even some renowned Golden Core Cultivators who previously sought to challenge Zhao Gou fell silent after witnessing the instant defeat of the Yamata Clan.

At this moment, Liu Shunyi had resumed his true identity.

Dressed in white robes, he exuded a scholarly and refined demeanor, resembling both a well-read scholar and an elegant young master.

Currently, Liu Shunyi was walking alongside Zhao Gou.

Both appeared as if they were celestial beings.

Zhao Gou held Liu Shunyi in high regard for several reasons.

Firstly, Liu Shunyi was an Alchemist,

Although only at Initial Stage Foundation Establishment,

his status as a Third Rank Alchemist

placed him on equal footing with Zhao Gou.

Moreover, they found common ground in their discussions,

particularly about medical techniques and medicinal herbs.

These topics resonated deeply between them.

As they grew more familiar, Liu Shunyi couldn’t resist asking, “Brother Zhao, I must admit, I’m truly curious. How did you manage to annihilate the Yamata Clan so completely, leaving not even a trace behind?”

Mentioning this topic visibly unsettled Zhao Gou, as if he had swallowed a dead fly.

Liu Shunyi smiled reassuringly. “I’m just curious. If it’s sensitive or inconvenient, feel free to skip it!”

Zhao Gou glanced around before finally sighing.

“As a healer,” he began, sounding almost apologetic yet also bidding farewell, “my path embodies the compassionate heart of medicine, aiming to heal all living beings!”

“However, fate often contradicts our intentions. At some point, inexplicably, my healing arts started causing invisible deaths.”

“At first, I believed it wasn’t related to me, but after striving for Salvation to Myriad Beings, I suspected there might be flaws in my cultivation. Yet, certain occurrences felt incredibly surreal!”

“As I delved deeper into studying the medical path, I discovered something utterly absurd,” Zhao Gou said, looking at Liu Shunyi.

“Can you believe it? The human body is composed of living organisms!”

Liu Shunyi stared, momentarily perplexed.

After pondering for a moment, he cautiously asked, “Are you suggesting that the human body consists of numerous interconnected living entities?”

Zhao Gou nodded affirmatively. “Yes! That’s exactly what I mean. Of course, this isn’t the most crucial aspect. Primarily, these entities follow certain patterns dictated by nature itself. Only by adhering to these patterns can they form an individual.”

“However, when some of these living entities disrupt these natural rules, it leads to illness in humans.”

“And me? All I need to do is target those disruptive living entities, causing the person’s body to instantly explode or dissolve into liquid!”

“Additionally, I could make a person’s wounds continuously expand and tear, ultimately resulting in their body disintegrating into ash.”

“The Yamata Clan fell victim to just such a fate!”

Upon hearing this, Liu Shunyi felt a chill run down his spine.

Wow, have I inadvertently pushed someone towards becoming truly terrifying?

After a moment of contemplation, Liu Shunyi suddenly asked, “So, will you continue healing and saving lives in the future?”

Zhao Gou pondered deeply before finally responding.

“I suppose so, but honestly, I’m quite hesitant due to lingering fears!”

Liu Shunyi remained silent, feeling a sense of remorse.

Zhao Gou could only silently apologize to Liu Shunyi within his thoughts.

Suddenly, Zhao Gou’s expression turned furious as he spotted someone.

“Hey, you fortune-teller! Stop right there!” He immediately charged forward.

From afar, the fortune-teller with a plaster on his eye noticed Zhao Gou approaching. His pupils contracted, and abandoning his stall, he hastily fled.

However, Zhao Gou’s next words sent shivers through the fortune-teller’s body.

“If you run again, I’ll personally ‘treat’ your ailments.”

Terrified, the fortune-teller nearly fell to his knees.

As Zhao Gou reached him, the fortune-teller managed a smile more strained than bitterness itself.

Zhao Gou’s face brimmed with anger. “You deceitful charlatan! It was because of your words that I chose the path of healing, believing it would lead me to achieve the great dao and bring immense blessings. But now…”

At this point, Zhao Gou abruptly paused, taken aback.

The fortune-teller managed a strained smile.

“Ahem, Elder Zhao, haven’t you indeed achieved the great dao? As an esteemed elder of Qinglian Sect, your fortune and destiny are undoubtedly profound.”

Zhao Gou’s expression shifted slightly, realizing there might be some truth to the fortune-teller’s words.

However,

This wasn’t what Zhao Gou had envisioned for himself.

Lowering his voice, he asked, “Can I change my path to achieve a different kind of profound fortune?”

The fortune-teller was momentarily speechless.

“I’m just a fortune-teller, not a deity. What I shared was only a glimpse of your life’s trajectory. Besides, if I possessed such power, wouldn’t I have ascended to the Upper Realm by now?”

Zhao Gou chuckled sarcastically, “Well, it seems like you’re the one with issues!”

The fortune-teller broke out in cold sweat.

“Wait, wait, I do have an idea! However, fate is unpredictable; I can alter it once, but the outcome could be favorable or unfavorable, random entirely. Are you certain you want me to proceed?”