405: Chapter 405 Melee

Mu Zun led the sisters Xuan Hua and Xuan Duo through the underground hall that housed the demon blade, continuing deeper into the Legacy grounds.

The further they went, the denser the Yin Qi in the air became, nearly solidifying. The black stone slabs on the ground were gradually replaced by a dark green jade. The jade's surface flowed with a faint luster, emitting a crisp sound when stepped upon.

The surrounding murals also became clearer; no longer just blurry outlines, their specific contents could now be identified.

The murals depicted a magnificent figure.

That figure stood above the firmament, surrounded by endless Yin Qi, hands forming seals to suppress all directions. His expression was majestic and cold, his eyes like two ghostly moons looking down upon the common people beneath his feet.

At his feet, countless experts prostrated themselves in worship, including primeval Vicious Beasts, powerful beings from foreign races, and emperors of the Human Race.

“Is this... that primeval powerhouse?” Xuan Duo asked in a low voice.

“It should be,” Xuan Hua nodded. “What's recorded on the murals should be his glorious deeds during his lifetime.”

Mu Zun said nothing, merely looking at the murals quietly.

He could feel that this primeval powerhouse's strength far surpassed any existence he had encountered before.

Even the sleeping Ancient Ancestors of the Qin Imperial Clan might not necessarily compare to him.

“Let's keep going.”

He withdrew his gaze and continued forward.

After walking for about another half-hour, the path ahead suddenly opened up.

This was a massive underground space, spanning dozens of miles. The high ceiling was embedded with countless ghostly blue crystals, emitting a soft light that illuminated the entire space as if it were day.

The ground was made of smooth, dark green jade, covered with densely packed runes. Every rune glowed slightly, as if they possessed life.

And in the center of this space was a pool of water.

The pool was not large, barely ten yards across, yet it emitted terrifying fluctuations that made one's heart tremble.

The pool water was deep black, its surface as calm as a mirror, with no bottom in sight.

But if one looked closely, they could see a figure sitting cross-legged deep within the water.

The figure was blurry, only a rough outline visible, yet it radiated a supreme majesty that suppressed all ages and looked down upon all living beings.

“What is... that?” Xuan Duo's eyes widened, her voice trembling.

“The remains of the Yin God,” Mu Zun said indifferently.

He could feel that although that figure had long since fallen, an extremely terrifying power still remained within its body.

If that power were to erupt, it would be enough to completely destroy this space.

“Yin God...” Xuan Hua murmured, “Is that the primeval powerhouse?”

Mu Zun nodded.

His gaze fell upon the pool water.

Though the water seemed calm, it hidden an extremely powerful Restriction.

The runes on the dark green jade were connected to the pool, forming a massive protective Formation.

To obtain the Yin God's Legacy, one must first break this Formation.

Just as Mu Zun was observing the Formation—

“Rumble!”

A dull roar echoed from the distance.

Immediately after, dozens of figures surged in from all directions, converging in this underground space.

It was the people from the three great races.

The three races gathered, surrounding the pool in the center.

Everyone's gaze fell upon the blurry figure deep within the pool.

“The remains of the Yin God... This is the Legacy of that primeval powerhouse!” A fervent light erupted in You Xuan's eyes, his breathing becoming rapid.

“Rumor has it that after the Yin God fell, he sealed everything of his within this pool. Whoever can obtain his Legacy can inherit his power!” Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan was also unable to hide her excitement.

Although Nether Abyss appeared calm on the surface, a similar desire flickered in his eyes.

The Legacy of a primeval powerhouse was an Opportunity that even a Quasi-Emperor would dream of!

“Everyone, the Legacy is right before us. Let each depend on their own ability!” You Xuan spoke first. Before his voice even faded, he led the Xuanyou Clan members and charged toward the pool!

“Stop them!” Nether Abyss shouted sharply. The Yinming Clan members immediately acted, as black chains shot toward the Xuanyou Clan from all directions!

“Nether Abyss, you're looking for death!” You Xuan was furious, turning back to strike with a palm!

The terrifying palm force of a Middle Stage Quasi-Emperor shattered those black chains inch by inch!

At the same time, Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan also led her people into action.

Her target was also the pool!

The melee between the three races broke out instantly!

Divine Abilities clashed, Magic Treasures flew wildly, and the entire underground space shook violently!

However—

While the three races were locked in a fierce battle, a figure in white slowly walked toward the pool.

It was Mu Zun.

“Young Master Qin!” Xuan Hua and Xuan Duo watched him nervously, not daring to step forward.

They knew that a battle of this level was not something they could participate in.

“Human, you dare!”

Seeing Mu Zun approach the pool, You Xuan was instantly enraged and struck a palm toward him!

The full-force strike of a Middle Stage Quasi-Emperor tore the Void Realm wherever the palm wind passed!

However—

Mu Zun didn't even turn his head, merely giving a casual wave of his hand.

A burst of Chaos Qi erupted, colliding with You Xuan's palm wind!

“Bang!”

You Xuan groaned, retreating several steps, his face turning ashen.

“You...!”

He hadn't expected this human's strength to be so terrifying!

“You Xuan, you can't stop me,” Mu Zun said indifferently.

He continued walking toward the pool.

“Attack together!” You Xuan gritted his teeth and shouted to Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan, “Let's deal with this human first, then we'll divide the Legacy!”

Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan hesitated for a moment but eventually nodded.

She knew that if they didn't join forces, the Xuanyou Clan alone could not stop this human.

“Nine Nether Poison Array!” Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan shouted sharply. The Jiuyou Python Clan members acted simultaneously, as green poison mist surged from their bodies, converging in the air into a massive venomous python!

The venomous python opened its massive maw, lunging to swallow Mu Zun!

“Xuanyou Slash!” You Xuan also acted, summoning a black longsword. The blade was wreathed in dense Nether Qi. With one slash, the Sword Qi transformed into a thousand-foot silk ribbon, heading straight for Mu Zun!

The combined power of two Quasi-Emperors was absolutely terrifying!

Xuan Hua and Xuan Duo's faces were pale, and they could barely stand steady.

However—

Mu Zun remained calm.

He didn't even stop his pace.

He merely raised his hand and struck out with a palm.

The Chaos Great Hand print covered the sky and sun, suppressing the venomous python and the Sword Qi!

“Boom!”

The venomous python and Sword Qi were as fragile as paper before the Chaos Great Hand, shattering instantly!

You Xuan and Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan both spat out a mouthful of blood and were sent flying!

“How is this possible?!”

You Xuan's eyes were full of disbelief.

He was at the Middle Stage of the Quasi-Emperor realm, and Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan was at the Early Stage. Together, they were actually heavily injured by a single palm strike from this human?!

“Clan Chief!”

The members of the Xuanyou Clan and Jiuyou Python Clan were shocked and hurriedly went forward to support them.

Mu Zun ignored them and continued walking toward the pool.

Just then—

“Senior Qin, I will assist you!”

Nether Abyss suddenly spoke, leading the Yinming Clan members to stand behind Mu Zun, facing the Xuanyou Clan and Jiuyou Python Clan.

“Nether Abyss, are you crazy?!” You Xuan said angrily. “You're actually helping a human?!”

“I'm not helping him,” Nether Abyss said indifferently. “I'm just helping myself.”

He looked at Mu Zun's back, a hint of complexity flashing in his eyes.

“Senior Qin's strength is far above yours and mine. To be his enemy is to seek only death.”

“You...!” You Xuan's face was ashen.

“Nether Abyss is right.” Chief of the Jiuyou Python Clan wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth, her eyes full of wariness as she looked at Mu Zun's back.

“This human is not someone we can deal with.”

She took a deep breath and cupped her hands toward Mu Zun: “Young Master Qin, I offended you before, I hope you can forgive me. We no longer dare to contest for this Yin God's Legacy.”

You Xuan's expression shifted repeatedly, but he finally gritted his teeth and lowered his head.

“My Xuanyou Clan also withdraws.”

Mu Zun didn't turn back, merely saying indifferently: “He who understands the times is a wise man.”

He continued walking toward the pool.

Nether Abyss looked at his back, a hint of awe flashing in his eyes.

He truly was unfathomable.