Chapter 89: Sky-Splitting Force

Inside the study, the Marquis of Valor, Chu Huaiyuan, spoke bluntly to Qi Fei, revealing murderous intent toward his own eldest son.

For the sake of contending for the title of the marquisate, fratricidal strife among brothers and kin was not beyond reason, but even a tiger does not devour its own cubs—why would the Marquis of Valor treat Chu Qingyun so ruthlessly?

Qi Fei puzzled over this, unable to fathom the motives, yet dared not inquire into the matter.

Seeing Qi Fei’s brows knitted and his silence, Chu Huaiyuan spoke in a resonant voice, “You are a clever man. Since I have chosen you, you must be used by me; otherwise, you will not escape death.”

Qi Fei felt a chill in his heart, thinking that the Marquis of Valor was indeed overbearing. Yet with the Marquis’s cultivation unfathomably deep and his own urgent need for the Cold Soul Divine Weapon, he could only endure for now.

“Thank you for your trust, Marquis. I understand what I must do.”

Chu Huaiyuan nodded slowly. “If Qingyun asks about tonight, do you know how to respond?”

Qi Fei stood and bowed. “Rest assured, Marquis, I know my limits and will not disappoint you.”

“Good. Your Creation Martial Scripture is of no interest to me; you may take it back. The Cold Soul Blade will be sent to you tomorrow. When you face Yanran in the days ahead, I will assist you and ensure your safety.”

Having issued his order to depart, Chu Huaiyuan left Qi Fei, who, still bewildered, did not dare linger and quickly exited the study.

After Qi Fei left, an elderly, white-haired figure quietly appeared from behind the screen.

The old man hesitated, his brows furrowed. “This humble servant does not understand why the Marquis would spare this disciple of Danxia Sect, who has colluded with demonic forces. Does the Marquis truly believe his cunning words?”

Chu Huaiyuan sighed. “Tonight, Qi Fei confessed his collusion with the Demoness of Yin-Yang Dao without reservation. Even if there are hidden truths, it proves his extraordinary intellect. If the Chu family is to vie for the realm in the future, talents like him are indispensable. To kill him would be a waste.”

“Even so, why did you reveal the matter of the eldest son to Qi Fei? Are you not worried this might cause trouble?”

A flash of rage crossed Chu Huaiyuan’s face. “That rebellious son ignores my commands and dared to join forces with Sima Yan against Xuanzhen Temple. He thinks that, as his wings grow, he can act freely in Yongzhou? Back then, I only found this puppet to avoid the wrath of the Yin-Yang True Lord over Yanran’s matter. Now, he is eager to recruit innate masters like Qi Fei—perhaps he has murderous intent toward Qingchen. If so, I will use his life to test whether Qi Fei will truly pledge himself to me.”

The old man’s eyes showed a trace of pity, but he dared not ask further and quietly withdrew.

Qi Fei left the Marquis of Valor’s study, only to realize he was drenched in cold sweat.

The Marquis was shrewd and calculating. Qi Fei thought that tonight, he had barely walked away from the gates of hell. After leaving Mount Cangyun, he deeply felt that his cultivation at the innate realm was still far from sufficient for self-preservation; advancing his strength was imperative.

Led by the marquis’s guards, Qi Fei arrived at an exquisite guest room. After dismissing the attendants, he quickly closed the door.

Previously, Qi Fei had learned from the Xuanzhen master Liu Yanzhen that Sima Yan, leader of the Seven Absolutes Sect, had not mastered the most mysterious martial art recorded in the Creation Martial Scripture. According to Liu Yanzhen, if Sima Yan had succeeded in cultivating that martial divine art, he would have the strength to challenge the Yin-Yang True Lord.

By candlelight, Qi Fei hurriedly opened the Creation Martial Scripture he had seized from Sima Yan.

A century ago, the Seven Absolutes Sect was one of the foremost sects in the realm, renowned for its seven supreme martial arts. The Creation Martial Scripture detailed all seven.

Qi Fei had long since mastered the Yin Sha Blade Technique; the Fiery Sword Technique was slightly inferior to the Arrogant Sword Technique of the Xuanzhen Sword Sect; the Golden Power Body could only be cultivated by those with the Gold Martial Soul; several martial manuals were on par with the Xuantian Heart Scripture. Only the final martial art in the scripture astounded Qi Fei, prompting a gasp of wonder.

The last supreme martial art in the Creation Martial Scripture was called “Heaven-Splitting Force,” which explosively combined martial true energy and mystic sect true essence, transforming them into an awe-inspiring martial divine force. Only those who had mastered both martial and mystic sect arts could wield this power.

The scripture recorded that Heaven-Splitting Force was exceptionally domineering, but when merging martial true energy and mystic sect true essence, it easily injured one’s own meridians—a ruthless art that harmed both sides.

Yet Qi Fei had already fused his own martial true energy and mystic sect true essence; this art, difficult for most to cultivate, was effortless for him.

He had intended to coax Zhuo Jin’er into revealing her mystic sect powers, but now, unexpectedly, the Seven Absolutes Sect’s treasured scripture held such a divine martial art.

After thoroughly comprehending the method for cultivating Heaven-Splitting Force, Qi Fei immediately began training in this extraordinary martial art in his room.

His innate vital energy had already reached its peak, so cultivating Heaven-Splitting Force was a natural progression. Following the method, his innate vital energy flowed ceaselessly within.

The energy coursed along specific paths through his meridians and acupoints, circling back to his Ice and Fire Martial Soul and mystic sect spirit. Qi Fei sensed the innate vital energy growing steadily stronger within him.

Several hours later, Qi Fei finally refined his innate vital energy into the strange and formidable Heaven-Splitting Force. He was surprised; the Creation Martial Scripture described this force as the external manifestation of merged martial true energy and mystic sect true essence, but he had already unified them within. Now, following the art’s method, his energy was transformed, though he wondered if his meridians might still be harmed.

He pondered briefly, unable to resist testing this newly forged Heaven-Splitting Force to uncover its mysteries.

With a thought, Qi Fei summoned the powerful force within. Instantly, two torrents of fierce energy surged from his palms.

Though prepared, the Heaven-Splitting Force was so domineering that the energy from his palms burst uncontrollably, exploding within the room.

A deafening roar echoed as the force swept through like a tornado, overturning furniture and splintering everything before him. Even the walls collapsed with a thunderous crash.

Compared to the day his vital energy reached maturity, the Heaven-Splitting Force was far more ferocious and unyielding. Qi Fei was amazed, thinking that without this supreme art from the Seven Absolutes Sect, his innate energy would have been difficult to improve further.

The commotion in the guest room plunged the Marquis of Valor’s residence into chaos. Outside the ravaged room, numerous experts soon gathered to investigate.

Chu Qingyun arrived with his followers, and upon seeing the devastation, exclaimed, “Qi Fei, what happened here?”

Qi Fei remained calm, secretly hiding the Creation Martial Scripture, and stepped forward to apologize. “I had a moment of enlightenment while training, and inadvertently disturbed you. I beg your pardon.”

Chu Qingyun was not suspicious and quickly said, “No matter; if you wish to train in martial arts, you may use the training hall. Someone, prepare another guest room for Mr. Qi.”

“Thank you, Young Marquis.”

Following Chu Qingyun out of the room, Qi Fei noticed several monks from Xuanzhen Temple nearby, their eyes flashing with hatred.