Chapter 5: Karlking
The Heavenly Realm Faction’s encirclement and suppression of the Kunlun Realm cultivators was a complete failure.
The Kunlun Realm cultivators were like a pack of wolves, charging out of the encirclement, their momentum unstoppable.
The Heavenly Realm Faction’s cultivators were terrified, fleeing in all directions.
Zhang Ruochen did not pursue them. Instead, he stood on the city wall, looking down at the battlefield below.
The battle was over.
The Heavenly Realm Faction had suffered heavy losses. The ground was covered with corpses, and blood flowed like rivers.
The Kunlun Realm cultivators were cheering, celebrating their victory.
Zhang Ruochen’s expression was calm, without a trace of joy.
He knew that this was just the beginning.
The Heavenly Realm Faction would not give up. They would definitely launch an even more ferocious attack.
“We must prepare in advance.”
Zhang Ruochen muttered to himself, then turned and walked down the city wall.
He found Chi Yao.
Chi Yao was commanding the Kunlun Realm cultivators to clean up the battlefield.
Seeing Zhang Ruochen, Chi Yao walked over.
“How is the situation?” Zhang Ruochen asked.
“We won a small victory, but the losses were not small either,” Chi Yao said. “The Heavenly Realm Faction’s strength is far superior to ours. If they go all out, we will be in danger.”
Zhang Ruochen nodded.
He knew that Chi Yao was right.
The Heavenly Realm Faction had many powerful experts, far more than the Kunlun Realm.
If they really went all out, the Kunlun Realm would have no chance of winning.
“We need to find a way to increase our strength,” Zhang Ruochen said.
“Increase our strength?” Chi Yao frowned. “Where can we find a way in such a short time?”
Zhang Ruochen was silent for a moment, then said, “I have an idea.”
“What idea?” Chi Yao asked.
“The Dark Great Triangle Star Domain,” Zhang Ruochen said.
Chi Yao’s expression changed.
The Dark Great Triangle Star Domain was a dangerous place, filled with all kinds of dangers.
But it was also a place full of opportunities.
Many powerful experts had obtained great opportunities there.
“You want to go to the Dark Great Triangle Star Domain?” Chi Yao asked.
“Yes,” Zhang Ruochen said. “I want to go there and find a way to break through to the Infinite Realm.”
Chi Yao was silent for a long time, then said, “That place is too dangerous. If you go, you might not come back.”
“I have to go,” Zhang Ruochen said firmly. “If I don’t break through to the Infinite Realm, we won’t be able to resist the Heavenly Realm Faction’s attack.”
Chi Yao knew that Zhang Ruochen was right.
She sighed and said, “Alright, I’ll go with you.”
“No,” Zhang Ruochen shook his head. “You have to stay here and command the Kunlun Realm cultivators. If you leave, they will fall into chaos.”
Chi Yao wanted to say something, but Zhang Ruochen interrupted her.
“Don’t worry, I’ll be fine,” Zhang Ruochen said. “I have the Cosmic Divine Wood Map. Even if I encounter danger, I can escape.”
Chi Yao knew that Zhang Ruochen had made up his mind.
She could only nod and say, “Be careful.”
Zhang Ruochen nodded, then turned and left.
He did not delay. He immediately set off for the Dark Great Triangle Star Domain.
The Dark Great Triangle Star Domain was located in a remote area of the Hell Realm.
It was a chaotic place, filled with all kinds of evil forces.
Zhang Ruochen traveled alone, moving quickly through the starry sky.
He did not dare to use the Space Teleportation Array, afraid of being discovered by the Heavenly Realm Faction.
He could only rely on his own speed, flying through the starry sky.
After several days, he finally arrived at the edge of the Dark Great Triangle Star Domain.
Looking at the dark star domain ahead, Zhang Ruochen’s expression became serious.
He could feel a strong sense of danger.
This place was indeed not simple.
Zhang Ruochen took a deep breath, then stepped into the Dark Great Triangle Star Domain.
As soon as he entered, he felt a powerful force pressing down on him.
This force was very strange, making it difficult for him to move.
Zhang Ruochen frowned, activating the power of the Cosmic Divine Wood Map to resist this force.
Only then did he feel a little better.
He continued moving forward.
The Dark Great Triangle Star Domain was very large, and there were many planets inside.
Zhang Ruochen flew toward one of the planets.
This planet was very desolate, with no signs of life.
Zhang Ruochen landed on the planet and began to search.
He was looking for opportunities.
Suddenly, he sensed a powerful energy fluctuation.
Zhang Ruochen’s heart moved, and he immediately flew toward the source of the energy fluctuation.
Soon, he arrived at a huge canyon.
Inside the canyon, there was a huge stone gate.
The stone gate was covered with mysterious runes, emitting a powerful energy fluctuation.
Zhang Ruochen’s eyes lit up.
This stone gate was definitely not simple. There might be a great opportunity behind it.
He walked toward the stone gate.
Just as he was about to push open the stone gate, a voice suddenly sounded.
“Stop!”
Zhang Ruochen turned around and saw a middle-aged man walking over.
This middle-aged man was very strong, exuding a powerful aura.
“Who are you?” Zhang Ruochen asked.
“I am the master of this place,” the middle-aged man said. “This stone gate is my property. No one is allowed to touch it.”
Zhang Ruochen frowned.
He could tell that this middle-aged man was lying.
This stone gate was clearly an ancient relic, how could it be his property?
“You’re lying,” Zhang Ruochen said.
The middle-aged man’s expression changed, and he said coldly, “Kid, if you know what’s good for you, leave now. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being rude.”
Zhang Ruochen sneered, “I want to see how you plan to be rude.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Ruochen’s figure flashed, and he appeared in front of the middle-aged man.
He threw a punch.
This punch was very fast, carrying a powerful force.
The middle-aged man’s expression changed greatly, and he hurriedly raised his hand to block.
With a loud bang, the middle-aged man was sent flying backward, crashing heavily into the canyon wall.
He spat out a mouthful of blood, his face full of shock.
“You... who are you?” the middle-aged man asked in horror.
“Zhang Ruochen,” Zhang Ruochen said calmly.
“Zhang Ruochen?” The middle-aged man was stunned for a moment, then his expression changed dramatically. “You are the Zhang Ruochen who killed Shang Zihong?”
“That’s right,” Zhang Ruochen said.
The middle-aged man’s face turned pale.
He knew that he had kicked an iron plate.
Zhang Ruochen was a famous powerhouse, not someone he could contend with.
“I... I was blind and didn’t recognize you, Lord Zhang. Please spare my life,” the middle-aged man begged for mercy.
Zhang Ruochen glanced at him and said, “Tell me, what is behind this stone gate?”
The middle-aged man hesitated for a moment, then said, “Behind this stone gate is a secret realm. It is said that there is a treasure left by an ancient powerful expert inside.”
“Oh?” Zhang Ruochen’s interest was piqued. “What treasure?”
“I don’t know the specifics,” the middle-aged man said. “But I heard that it is a very powerful treasure. If you can obtain it, your strength will greatly increase.”
Zhang Ruochen nodded, then said, “Alright, you can leave now.”
The middle-aged man was overjoyed and quickly got up and ran away.
Zhang Ruochen turned around and looked at the stone gate.
He took a deep breath, then pushed open the stone gate.
With a rumble, the stone gate slowly opened.
A powerful energy fluctuation surged out from inside.
Zhang Ruochen’s eyes lit up, and he immediately stepped inside.
Behind the stone gate was a vast secret realm.
This secret realm was filled with rich spiritual energy, making Zhang Ruochen feel very comfortable.
He looked around and saw that this secret realm was very large, with no end in sight.
Zhang Ruochen began to search.
He walked for a long time and finally arrived at the center of the secret realm.
There, he saw a huge altar.
On the altar, there was a crystal clear divine stone.
This divine stone emitted a powerful energy fluctuation, making Zhang Ruochen’s heart race.
“This is... a Divine Source?” Zhang Ruochen said in surprise.
Divine Source was a very precious treasure, containing powerful divine power.
If he could refine this Divine Source, his strength would definitely increase greatly.
Zhang Ruochen was overjoyed and immediately walked toward the altar.
Just as he was about to reach out and take the Divine Source, a voice suddenly sounded.
“Kid, this Divine Source is mine. You’d better not touch it.”
Zhang Ruochen turned around and saw a black-clothed old man walking over.
This old man was very strong, exuding a powerful aura.
“Who are you?” Zhang Ruochen asked.
“I am Karlking,” the old man said. “This secret realm is my territory. This Divine Source is also my property. If you know what’s good for you, leave now.”
Zhang Ruochen frowned.
He could feel that this old man was very strong, probably at the Infinite Realm.
“This Divine Source is an ownerless treasure. How can it be yours?” Zhang Ruochen said.
“Hmph, I found it first, so it’s mine,” Karlking said coldly. “Kid, if you don’t leave, don’t blame me for being ruthless.”
Zhang Ruochen sneered, “I want to see how you plan to be ruthless.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Ruochen’s figure flashed, and he appeared in front of Karlking.
He threw a punch.
This punch was very fast, carrying a powerful force.
Karlking’s expression changed slightly, and he hurriedly raised his hand to block.
With a loud bang, the two of them each took several steps back.
Karlking’s face showed a hint of surprise.
He didn’t expect Zhang Ruochen’s strength to be so strong.
“Kid, you do have some skill,” Karlking said. “But that’s all.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Karlking’s aura suddenly surged.
A powerful pressure spread out, making Zhang Ruochen’s expression change.
This old man was indeed very strong.
Zhang Ruochen did not dare to be careless and immediately activated the power of the Cosmic Divine Wood Map.
A powerful force surged out from the Cosmic Divine Wood Map, forming a protective barrier around Zhang Ruochen.
Karlking’s expression changed slightly.
He could feel that the power of the Cosmic Divine Wood Map was very strong, making him feel a sense of danger.
“What treasure is that?” Karlking asked in surprise.
“The Cosmic Divine Wood Map,” Zhang Ruochen said.
“Cosmic Divine Wood Map?” Karlking’s expression changed dramatically. “You are the Heir of Time and Space?”
“That’s right,” Zhang Ruochen said.
Karlking’s face turned ugly.
He knew that the Heir of Time and Space was very powerful, not someone he could easily deal with.
“Kid, even if you are the Heir of Time and Space, so what?” Karlking said coldly. “Today, I will make you pay with your life.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Karlking’s figure flashed, and he appeared in front of Zhang Ruochen.
He threw a palm strike.
This palm strike was very powerful, carrying a destructive force.
Zhang Ruochen’s expression was serious, and he hurriedly activated the power of the Cosmic Divine Wood Map to resist.
With a loud bang, Zhang Ruochen was sent flying backward, crashing heavily into the altar.
He spat out a mouthful of blood, his face pale.
Karlking’s strength was indeed very strong, far surpassing his.
“Kid, today is your death day,” Karlking said, walking toward Zhang Ruochen.
Zhang Ruochen’s expression was ugly.
He knew that he was no match for Karlking.
If this continued, he would definitely die here.
“I have to find a way to escape,” Zhang Ruochen thought.
Just as he was thinking, he suddenly noticed the Divine Source on the altar.
A bold idea came to his mind.
He immediately activated the power of the Cosmic Divine Wood Map, wrapping the Divine Source and pulling it toward him.
Karlking’s expression changed greatly. “Kid, what are you doing?”
Zhang Ruochen ignored him and directly swallowed the Divine Source.
As soon as the Divine Source entered his body, a powerful force surged out.
Zhang Ruochen’s body began to change.
His aura rapidly increased, and his strength also soared.
Karlking’s face turned pale.
He could feel that Zhang Ruochen’s strength was rapidly increasing, already surpassing him.
“No!” Karlking shouted, rushing toward Zhang Ruochen.
But it was too late.
Zhang Ruochen had already completely refined the Divine Source, and his strength had broken through to the Infinite Realm.
He opened his eyes, and a powerful pressure spread out.
Karlking was directly sent flying, crashing heavily into the ground.
He spat out a mouthful of blood, his face full of horror.
“How... how is this possible?” Karlking said in disbelief.
Zhang Ruochen looked at him coldly and said, “Now, it’s your turn to die.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Ruochen’s figure flashed, and he appeared in front of Karlking.
He threw a punch.
This punch was very powerful, carrying a destructive force.
Karlking wanted to dodge, but he found that he couldn’t move at all.
He could only watch helplessly as the punch landed on his body.
With a loud bang, Karlking’s body exploded, turning into a cloud of blood mist.
Zhang Ruochen withdrew his fist, his expression calm.
He had finally broken through to the Infinite Realm.
Now, he had the strength to contend with the Heavenly Realm Faction.
Zhang Ruochen took a deep breath, then turned and left the secret realm.
He had to return to the Kunlun Realm as soon as possible.
The Heavenly Realm Faction’s attack was imminent, and he had to prepare in advance.