Volume 4: Hidden Battles – Chapter 292: A Union of Powers

Yet the intensity of the storm exceeded Chu Tianyu’s expectations. Less than a week after calm returned, the entire capital was engulfed in chaos and bloodshed.
Not only did the Tian Sheng Gate suffer unprecedented attacks, but the cultivation community and various organizations in the capital were also hit simultaneously. Some smaller factions were completely wiped out on the same day, using extremely cruel methods—those killed were left with nothing but shredded flesh, with not even a single intact body part remaining.
Chu Tianyu’s Xuanji Sect, though prepared in advance, still suffered heavy losses under the pressure of experts from the Nether Realm who possessed the power of heaven and earth. Several of its training sites were also raided one after another. Chu Tianyu himself was constantly on the run, feeling overwhelmed even when managing to kill many of them. Moreover, more and more enemies from the Nether Realm kept pouring into the capital. Despite the lack of previous bases or gathering points, this made them even more unrestrained; they would attack and leave immediately, making it impossible to predict their next move.
Their frenzied revenge also affected ordinary people. Within just a day of their appearance, reports reached the Dragon Soul, National Security, and various government agencies. Even ordinary police stations received countless complaints from citizens—some claimed to have seen flying aliens, others reported strange phenomena such as black mist in the sky or mountains suddenly rising into the air.
The Nether Realm’s reckless revenge completely disrupted Chu Tianyu’s original plans. After discussing it with his master, he decided to change his strategy. He could no longer merely assist the Tian Sheng Gate from the sidelines; the situation now required full cooperation. Otherwise, both sides would suffer heavy losses with minimal results.
Chu Tianyu also hoped to meet their mysterious Holy Lord Qing Tian through Ao Xue’s master, in order to gather information about Shi Tian. As the saying goes, “To catch a thief, catch its king”—if they could strike at the root and eliminate them in one decisive blow, that would truly be eradicating the problem once and for all!
At 8 p.m., it should have been a busy time on the streets. But now, the wide avenues were almost empty, with few pedestrians or vehicles. The cold wind added to the desolate atmosphere.
To meet Ao Xue’s master again, Chu Tianyu carefully prepared a mask made of human skin, giving him an appearance similar to his master’s ageless middle-aged look.

In front of a restaurant named “Tianyi Ju” by the roadside, Chu Tianyu stopped in his tracks. Looking at the tightly closed doors and the pitch-black interior, it would seem to outsiders that the shop had already closed for the day and was no longer in business. But Chu Tianyu could clearly sense several familiar auras—those of Master Aoxue, Aoxue and Shuang, and of course, several extremely massive energies. It seemed that under the fierce pressure from the Netherworld these past few days, the Tiansheng Gate had finally opened that so-called Blood Devouring Gate and sent over Holy Blood Bearers capable of countering the Tianhuan people. So, Chu Tianyu merely released a slight trace of his aura, and those massive energies sensed it almost simultaneously. Within a second, five figures appeared before him like ghosts. Each of them wore green robes in a vintage style, was thin-built, and their skin appeared much healthier compared to the skeletal appearance of the Tianhuan people—mere emaciation at most. Most importantly, they were “people,” real living beings, which put Chu Tianyu’s worried heart at ease. “Hehe, everyone, no need to be nervous. We’re friends, not enemies!” Chu Tianyu immediately made his stance clear. However, in response to his words, the five of them sent out bursts of energy. Without even greeting him, they attacked in an instant, leaving Chu Tianyu at a loss—what was this? He didn’t even get a chance to speak! Left with no choice, Chu Tianyu moved swiftly, dodging their attacks. But those five purest forms of natural energy automatically triggered the true energy within him, causing it to surge forth and expand, countering the energy blasts head-on. The collision produced thunderous booms that echoed across the sky… At the same time, as those five figures staggered from the impact, Chu Tianyu deliberately paused, then, using his agile skills, closed the distance and regained the initiative. His fists, filled with energy, were hurled at them in an instant. These days, words alone aren’t enough—only fists speak truth. Otherwise, no matter how much he explained later, they might not believe him.

Sure enough, under the attacks of those five, Chu Tianyu not only showed no sign of distress but even took the initiative to strike. Seizing the moment when they paused their attacks due to the recent clash and exposed their weaknesses, he delivered precise blows from the most clever angles. His ability to fight one against five was already impressive, but his skillful tactics and precise timing were truly admirable. Yet Chu Tianyu still held back, delivering fierce attacks that missed their targets, as if fearing his own strength might not be enough, avoiding direct confrontation again.

Just then, a loud shout came from inside the door: “Stop!” Master Aoxue appeared at the entrance. In fact, Chu Tianyu had already known she was coming, so after dodging back into the circle of attack posed by the five, he used only 30% of his strength in his successive attacks, merely pushing them back a few steps to keep them from being too reckless.

“Friend, why have you come at this late hour?” Master Aoxue asked without even glancing at the five Holy Blood warriors who had been forced back and were ready to fight again.

Frustrated by her appearance, those Holy Blood warriors clearly felt they had suffered a great loss in the recent fight. They still disdained Chu Tianyu and wanted to make amends.

“Collaboration!” Chu Tianyu said straightforwardly.

“What kind of collaboration?”

“I hope to join forces with you to take on BambooMing Domain!” Chu Tianyu said solemnly.

Master Aoxue fell silent for a moment, a hint of surprise in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure and asked, “Why should I trust you?”

“Because I just single-handedly dealt with five Holy Blood warriors with ease!” At this, Chu Tianyu didn’t say more, but the message in his eyes was clear—handling Holy Blood warriors wasn’t a problem, let alone others.

After hearing this, Master Aoxue’s eyes sparkled. Her gaze accidentally fell on the Xuanji Sect’s sect master ring on Chu Tianyu’s hand, and as if remembering something, she said, “You must be the sect master of that Xuanji Sect, right?”

“That’s right!” Chu Tianyu replied without hesitation.

“It’s been you providing us with the intelligence these days, hasn’t it?”

This time, Chu Tianyu didn’t answer but simply nodded.

“I see. Thank you very much. May I ask your name?”

“Just call me Mr. Mo.”

“Very well, Mr. Mo. Please, let’s talk inside…”