Chapter 667: The Four Immortals of Yunling

“The repair method provided by the Nangong family is incomplete. After repair, the Sky Crystal retains its residual malevolent energy, which can harm both others and oneself. Those who obtain it will surely meet a tragic end. If you two want to take it, then go ahead.”
“…”
The Sword Sect’s sect master had thought that Bei Xiao would want to keep the Sky Crystal after witnessing its power, but to his surprise, after saying those words, Bei Xiao simply threw it away.
The magnificent Sky Crystal, accompanied by Huo Huo’s invisible sword energy, spun through the air under the intense gazes of many!
With a faint sense of regret and determination, the Sky Crystal plunged into the ground between the Sword Sect’s sect master and the old Nangong monster. Three feet of the blade sank into the ground, leaving only the lower half exposed.
The eyes of both the Sword Sect’s sect master and the old Nangong monster widened in shock, filled with disbelief that the northern clan would so easily give up the Sky Crystal.
“A divine weapon with malevolent energy is not a true peerless weapon, nor is it the top-tier divine weapon in my eyes. It’s a pity, but this is all I can do for now,” Bei Xiao explained, facing their astonished looks. “You two seem determined to get the Sky Crystal, but you should also consider this: over a hundred years ago, the Nangong family was nearly destroyed because of it. Though they’ve recovered, they’re still weaker than before. Moreover, the current Sky Crystal is even harder to control than before. Elder Nangong, be cautious.”
The two protectors of the northern clan nodded in agreement.
“…”
Hearing this, the old Nangong monster frowned and became hesitant.
If Bei Xiao had any interest in the Sky Crystal, he wouldn’t care about losing it. But since Bei Xiao clearly stated that it couldn’t be repaired—and given his character and strength, there was no reason for him to lie—there must be another way.
“Is there no way to eliminate the malevolent energy in the Sky Crystal?”
“To eliminate it, one would need to soak it in the water of the Tianshan Sword Pool for several years to freeze the malevolent energy. It might work, but over time, the energy would gradually release again, requiring repeated treatment…” Bei Xiao’s words finally reassured the old Nangong monster.
“The Sky Crystal is originally a relic of my Nangong family. I must retrieve it,” he declared firmly, seemingly intending to use the method Bei Xiao suggested.
At these words, the Sword Sect’s sect master narrowed his eyes, a faint cold glint appearing in their slits.

“It’s only natural for Senior Nangong to want to take back the Heavenly Crystal. Our Sword Sect handed it over precisely so that this ancient divine weapon could see the light of day again. But surely Senior Nangong hasn’t forgotten our prior agreement—that as long as the Sword Sect hands over the Heavenly Crystal and its restoration is successful, the Nangong family must do something within its power for the Sword Sect.”
“Of course!”
The old man from the Nangong family’s expression softened as he replied without hesitation, “The Nangong family will never break its word. As long as it’s within our ability and doesn’t go against the principles of chivalry.”
“Very good!”
The Sword Sect’s sect leader smiled slightly and said, “Then, starting from the day the Heavenly Crystal is restored, our Sword Sect will have control over it for three years!”
“What!”
The old man from the Nangong family’s face instantly turned grim, and the entire Sword Forging Hall seemed to tremble. “Luo! You’re tricking me!!”
“Hmph!” The Sword Sect’s sect leader crossed his arms leisurely and said calmly, “It’s only three years. It doesn’t violate the principles of chivalry, and it’s a trivial task. Senior Nangong, you surely won’t go back on your word!”
“Nonsense!” The old man from the Nangong family sneered. “Our Nangong family provided countless precious materials to restore the Heavenly Crystal, and you want to take it all with just a few words? There’s no such thing as a free deal in this world!”
“If your Nangong family feels it’s a loss, our Sword Sect isn’t averse to doubling the materials you used. Hmph! If you think getting back the complete Heavenly Crystal just by a few materials, then I think your Nangong family is being overly optimistic.”
With those words, the atmosphere in the Sword Forging Hall instantly became tense and charged with hostility…
Outside the hall, the disciples of the Sword Sect and the people from the Nangong family also quickly confronted each other!
Wan Jian and Kai Xin exchanged a look of “let’s wait and see” before disappearing into the crowd of the northern clans, eager for them to start fighting right away.
…
Seeing that the Sword Sect and the Nangong family were about to clash, Wan Jian’s heart leaped to his throat, his face filled with relief and anticipation. But Kai Xin wasn’t so optimistic, as both parties were currently in Han Tian Fort, surrounded by powerful warriors from the northern clans. They were worried that someone else might profit from the conflict, making it difficult for a fight to break out.
Sure enough!
Just as Kai Xin was wondering how things would develop, suddenly, shouts of battle echoed from all directions around Han Tian Fort.
A loud, arrogant laugh suddenly came from another direction inside the fort: “Hahahahah…”

“It’s quite lively! The powerful clans from the north, the Nan Gong family, and those from the Sword Sect are all here. It seems the Sky Crystal has been repaired almost completely. Great! Great! Bei Xiao, hand over the Sky Crystal to us, the ‘Four Immortals of Yunling’, or else I’ll have your Han Tian Fort erased from the martial world today!”
Boom!!!
With a loud explosion, a huge gap appeared in the high wall outside the Sword Forging Hall as rocks flew everywhere. A man clad in black armor, his entire body hidden beneath it, rushed into sight.
The flying rocks acted like sharp projectiles, whistling menacingly as they struck the crowd. The disciples of the Sword Forging Hall were hit first, screaming in pain as they collapsed, bleeding profusely.
“How bold! It was you who broke into Han Tian Fort!!” Seeing many of their disciples dead or injured, over a dozen elders outside the Sword Forging Hall turned to confront them.
But before they could reach the mysterious man in black armor, a terrifying, fierce howl came from above!
Everyone looked up to see a dark metal rod descending with immense force from above.
Boom!!!
The huge dark metal rod was over ten feet long. With the loud impact, the ground shattered instantly. An astonishing energy burst from beneath the ground, sending the dozen or so elders from the northern clans flying back, severely injured by the flying debris, bleeding and stumbling backward.
At the same time, three figures descended from the sky and landed among the crowd…
Thud!
The moment their feet touched the ground, the disciples of the Sword Forging Hall around them were pushed as if by an overwhelming force, causing them to lose their balance and fall.
Even Kai Xin felt an immense opposing force pushing against him, while his Nine Yang Protection rapidly depleted…
His Nine Yang Divine Skill automatically activated to replenish his protection, allowing him to stay steady on his feet.
“Huh?”
Amid the chaos, one of the three newcomers let out a barely audible exclamation, but soon saw the young boy flying backward, spewing blood.
Frowning slightly, he turned his gaze away indifferently.
“Stop!”
A loud voice came from inside the Sword Forging Hall!