Supernatural Insight Eyes
Chapter 672 - 0673 Surprise! (First Update) Thanks for the tips!

Chapter 672: 0673 Surprise! (First Update) Thanks for the tips!

It can’t possibly be that person!

"Joining forces against me?" Hearing this news, Ye Qiu couldn’t help but laugh wanly. "The three prodigies really hold me in high regard. It seems there’s not much time left before the Great Emperor’s tomb closes, so they’re prepared to go all out, huh?"

Ye Qiu wasn’t overly worried, even if the three prodigies didn’t come looking for him, he would go looking for them.

"Since that’s the case, I might as well take the initiative and strike!"

Ye Qiu, heedless of the buzzing conversations around him, continued to walk alone. Though he was looking for trouble on purpose, Ye Qiu still didn’t want to reveal his identity.

As long as he didn’t give the three a real chance to join forces, he feared none of them when faced alone.

A flicker passed through Ye Qiu’s eyes as he prepared to start with Shi Qingbing.

Ye Qiu took off his mask, as he needed to ascertain Shi Qingbing’s location without being too conspicuous and risking exposure.

With his true face revealed, aside from Tang Surou, almost no one would recognize him, which made his actions more straightforward.

Finding the offspring of other ancient clans wasn’t difficult; just by traveling a short distance, one could see groups of them gathered together in twos and threes, searching the area.

Ye Qiu strolled through the Great Emperor’s tomb with confidence. If he’d been wearing his mask, with his formidable reputation, few would dare to target him. But with his mask off, his deterrence wasn’t as strong, and it didn’t take long for a group to set their sights on him.

"The target is alone, should we make a move?"

A few figures, hidden in the shadows, were discussing. The decision to act was entirely up to the leader among them, a Wu clan prodigy named Wu Gang.

Then, a young man standing beside Wu Gang spoke up, "Second brother, this man dares to walk alone in the Great Emperor’s tomb with only three days left. He mustn’t be simple; we shouldn’t provoke this trouble."

"Chengdao, you’re too cautious. Although many people don’t realize your strength surpasses mine, when it comes to judging people, I’m still ahead of you," Wu Gang said with a hint of pride. "This man’s aura is in the early stage of the Legendary realm. Looking at him, his complexion is slightly pale, which certainly means he’s been in a great battle. Now looking around warily, he’s obviously afraid of being noticed and targeted. Such a man is already like a startled bird; as soon as we strike, we might not even need to take action, and he’ll hand over everything he has."

His brother, hidden by their father and known to outsiders as the Wu clan’s prodigy, only Wu Gang knew that among the clan’s younger generation, the strongest wasn’t him but his brother—a genius who was just three years his junior and already surpassing him in cultivation level. Even Wu Gang himself was somewhat envious of this.

Although Wu Gang’s words were partly to rebuke Wu Chengdao in front of him, the real reason was that he didn’t want to be constantly overshadowed by Wu Chengdao.

Besides, it was Wu Gang who led the team into the Great Emperor’s tomb, and the other three Wu clansmen needed to follow his orders.

"Make your move!" commanded Wu Gang, and several figures emerged from the shadows, quickly surrounding Ye Qiu.

Ye Qiu wore a smile; he had been waiting for this moment. If these five men hadn’t acted soon, he would have started looking for the five hidden assailants himself.

To completely hide from him was impossible for anyone of the same realm.

"You know what we want. Will you hand over everything voluntarily, or shall we take action?" Wu Gang said coolly.

Within the Great Emperor’s tomb, with only a few days remaining, the descendants of all ancient clans had turned into robbers, desperately struggling with each other for chances. This showed that, to achieve their goals, the majority were unscrupulous.

The Great Emperor’s tomb was the only opportunity for many ancient clans to rise. To become a powerful clan, one had to gain something within the tomb; otherwise, after leaving, they wouldn’t be able to act as they did inside—there would be many more factors to consider.

Still, most upheld the principle: as long as you hand over your belongings, your life would be spared.

Only a very few, either due to personal grudges or a love of carnage, would take a life without a second thought.

"Are you so sure I’ll just obediently comply?" Ye Qiu said with a smile.

Wu Gang was unimpressed: "You’re quite composed, not panicking at all, but composure won’t save you. Here the fist rules, and without strength, it’s best to be compliant to avoid losing your treasures and your life."

"But I don’t think your fist is necessarily bigger than mine!" Ye Qiu said, spreading his hands with a laugh.

A flash passed through Wu Gang’s eyes, "In that case, let’s test your mettle with action."

Swish!

At Wu Gang’s behest, his aura surged, and the might of the Legendary realm rushed toward Ye Qiu. In Ye Qiu’s eyes, Wu Gang charged like a ferocious beast, his strike formidable and formidable indeed.

"He could certainly be considered a master of the legendary realm."

"However, in Ye Qiu’s eyes, he could only be deemed ’passable’ at best!"

"The number of legendary realm fighters he had slain was not insubstantial, with the likes of Qian Zang and Liusheng Xuzhu, all formidable adversaries with far superior command over the power of the legendary realm, compared to the Wu Gang before him."

"Yet at that time, they were still cut down by Ye Qiu, who was merely at the True Qi realm. Wu Gang’s bravery was no cause for concern to him."

"Now Ye Qiu was in the legendary realm and feared no one within the same realm."

"Wu Gang’s hands were like steel knives, rising and falling with the power to split mountains and rivers."

"This was an illusion. In the face of this move, Ye Qiu simply raised a hand, imbued with the power of black flames along his palm. His eyes narrowed as he caught the thinnest point in Wu Gang’s attack, the abdomen!"

"With a sweep of his hand, Wu Gang’s offensive hadn’t even reached him before he abruptly changed color. Wu Gang had a premonition that even though his strike might land on Ye Qiu, he himself would also be hit by Ye Qiu. Should it strike his abdomen, he might be severely injured."

"To trade blow for blow?"

"This was not a profitable exchange. Wu Gang quickly twisted his body, pulling away to change the angle of his attack. Yet Ye Qiu’s hand, like a haunting ghost, clung tightly to him, leaving no room for carelessness. A moment’s inattention, and he would fall to Ye Qiu."

Swish, swish...

"The figures of the two shifted, battling into a blur until, after fifteen breaths, Ye Qiu’s palm landed on Wu Gang’s shoulder, sending him flying."

Bang!

"Wu Gang was thrown backward, crashing to the ground. After coughing twice, he propped himself up, his gaze complex as he watched Ye Qiu."

"Ye Qiu’s palm could have struck his Dantian in an instant, but instead, Ye Qiu abruptly pulled back, hitting his left shoulder."

"So strong!"

"At this moment, Wu Gang had to admit that he had underestimated Ye Qiu. His strength exceeded Wu Gang’s expectations. Had that palm landed on his Dantian, his martial path would’ve been destroyed, but ultimately, Ye Qiu just flung him away, appearing disheveled yet showing great leniency in his attack."

"A master of much higher caliber, a young powerhouse far surpassing his own capabilities. Through engagement with Ye Qiu, Wu Gang realized the unfathomable depth of his opponent, clearly feeling that Ye Qiu hadn’t exerted his full strength."

"’Thanks for your mercy,’ he said, unable to force Ye Qiu to use both hands in his attack. Even if others joined in the attack, it would be futile. Wu Gang offered a fist and palm salute in gratitude, ready to retreat."

"’Hold on!’"

"Wu Gang’s heart trembled. Did this person really not intend to let him go just like that?"

"’I have some questions for you.’"

"’Please ask. I shall tell you everything I know,’" Wu Gang replied with a slight bow."

"Ye Qiu then inquired about the exact locations of Shi Qingbing, Mu Cannan, and Ji Lingchen. Wu Gang divulged all he knew to Ye Qiu, and with that, the matter was settled."

"’Did he notice me?’ Among the five, the only one who had not leaped out and remained hidden was Wu Chengdao, whose mind was filled with the moment Ye Qiu turned and glanced in his direction. For that instant, Wu Chengdao felt as though he was completely exposed under Ye Qiu’s gaze."

"But having a clear look at Ye Qiu’s face also greatly shocked Wu Chengdao."

"This person... he seems familiar!"

"Wu Chengdao recounted, and suddenly, he remembered the time he had sneaked out of the ancient lands with Tang Surou and the other five to the mundane world, to witness a martial arts prodigy in combat against a legendary realm master."

"Wasn’t this man’s face that of the martial arts prodigy?"

"Wu Chengdao’s expression changed. The impression Ye Qiu had made was profound, but he had never imagined he would see him again in the Great Emperor’s tomb."

"’Impossible, this is the Great Emperor’s tomb... I must have mistaken him for someone else!’"