Batian Martial Soul

Chapter 14365 No Need to Blame Yourself
The Bloodthirsty Blade has now undergone a complete transformation, and the chilling aura and overwhelming pressure it exudes are comparable to a divine weapon of the Great Sun Realm.

The blade was covered in a blood-red light that swirled and shifted, as if countless wronged souls were roaring and struggling within it. Each flash of light seemed to contain a world-destroying power.

The blade gleamed coldly, and the faint sounds of wind and thunder could be heard, as if a single, gentle swing could sever everything in this world.

Recalling his battle with Zhang Leili, Ling Xiao couldn't help but feel a pang of emotion.

Zhang Leili's original energy is truly more abundant than imagined. This can be clearly sensed from the power fed back after the Bloodthirsty Blade devoured his soul's origin, which shows how strong he was in life.

That vast and pure energy, like a surging tide, continuously flowed into the Bloodthirsty Blade, allowing it to complete this crucial advancement.

If Feng Yuxi hadn't forcefully shattered Zhang Leili's slap earlier, severely damaging Zhang Leili's vitality and reducing his strength, it would have been almost impossible for him to defeat Zhang Leili on his own.

Given Zhang Leili's strength at his peak, even if Ling Xiao went all out, he would probably find it difficult to contend with him, and might even be defeated in the process.

The atmosphere in the void was somewhat heavy.

Ling Xiao remained silent for a moment, suppressing the chaotic thoughts arising in his mind due to Feng Yuxi and the Demon Lord's Black Heaven Sword.

Those complex emotions were like a tangled mess, tangling in his heart, but now was not the time to dwell on them.

He took a deep breath, turned around, and looked at Ji Mingkong, Ni Shuanghan, and Lin Ying'er, who had just gathered the Xi Hua Sect's forces, who were waiting quietly not far away.

His gaze hardened and became steady, and his voice regained its usual calm and decisiveness, as clear and powerful as a general issuing a command on the battlefield:

"Once this matter is settled, everyone, immediately return with me to the Overlord Empire!"

"The situation is complicated now, and we should not stay here any longer."

"Return to the Overlord Empire!"

Ji Mingkong immediately nodded and accepted the order, his movements swift and decisive, without the slightest hesitation.

He knew that Ling Xiao must have made this decision after careful consideration, and then looked at Lin Ying'er, his tone gentle yet capable, like an experienced elder arranging matters:

"Miss Lin, please have your sect disciples assemble, and we will depart immediately."

"Time is of the essence, don't delay the trip."

Lin Ying'er nodded, her delicate face full of seriousness and focus.

She turned to arrange sect affairs, her steps hurried yet orderly. Before long, the disciples of Xihua Sect had quickly assembled under her command, standing neatly behind her, awaiting the order to depart.

Ji Mingkong walked to Ling Xiao's side, hesitated for a moment, a hint of worry in his eyes, and said softly:
"After this battle, the coordinates of the Overlord Empire can probably no longer be hidden."

"Our battle with the Heavenly Abyss Temple has caused too much of a stir. The energy fluctuations and aura generated by the battle will inevitably attract the attention of various forces."

“In the future, those who follow the trail will probably not only be the forces of the Heavenly Abyss Saint Lord.”

"The Realm of Nirvana is filled with powerful figures and deeply intertwined forces. Each force possesses profound resources and formidable strength. Our Overlord Empire has just emerged from a major war and has not yet fully recovered its strength. I fear we will find it difficult to cope with the covetousness of so many forces."

Ling Xiao gave a helpless, bitter smile, a smile tinged with apology and self-reproach. He slowly said:

"Speaking of which, it was I who dragged the Overlord Empire into this mess."

"If I hadn't formed a grudge with the Tianyuan Temple, this great war wouldn't have happened, and the Batian Empire wouldn't be in such a dangerous situation."

"But Ling Xiao will never back down. Since trouble has come knocking, let's face it bravely and protect the Overlord Empire."

Ji Mingkong shook his head decisively, his movements swift and clean, without the slightest hesitation.

His gaze was clear and firm, like two bottomless, icy pools, conveying an undeniable resolve, as he slowly spoke:
“Don’t blame yourself.”

"Even without you, the Overlord Empire, as a region that has not been fully developed, is like a bright pearl hidden in the deep mountains and forests. Sooner or later, it will be targeted by the greedy forces of the Silent Realm."

"In this desolate world where the strong prey on the weak, every inch of undeveloped land represents enormous resources and potential, and various forces are eyeing such places with covetous intent."

"Your appearance has only brought this day forward a little bit."

"Moreover, it is precisely because you are here that we have more confidence to face these wolves and tigers."

"You possess extraordinary strength and exceptional courage. In previous battles, you have repeatedly turned the tide, giving us hope for victory."

"With you here, it's as if we have an indestructible mountain to rely on."

Ling Xiao felt a warmth in his heart, a warmth like the spring sunshine, slowly flowing through his heart and easing his somewhat heavy mood.

He said no more, but silently felt the trust and support from his companion.

He looked up at the deep, boundless starry sky, a vast and mysterious expanse that seemed to conceal countless secrets and unknown dangers.

His gaze became distant, as if transcending the boundaries of time and space, his thoughts drifting to the far reaches of the world.

He said softly:

"That woman just now... was very strong, stronger than I currently understand."

"The moment she appeared, the entire space seemed to be enveloped by her aura, and the oppressive feeling made it almost impossible for me to breathe."

"The black-robed woman gave me an extremely peculiar feeling. It wasn't just the overwhelming power she possessed; every breath and every movement of hers seemed to contain some profound mystery, giving me an indescribable sense of destiny."

"It's as if there's some kind of intricate connection between us, but he can't quite grasp what it is. It's like groping in the dark, but he can't find the door to the truth."

Just then, a water monster dressed in black, whose aura was concealed, appeared in front of Ling Xiao like a ghost.

He seemed to emerge suddenly from the darkness, without making a sound, as if he had blended into the surrounding darkness.

He knelt on one knee, leaning slightly forward, his voice low and respectful:
"Reporting to the Heavenly Emperor, your subordinates were ordered to pursue True Man Minghuo, but this man's escape techniques are strange, and he seems to have been prepared in advance."

"During his escape, he constantly used the surrounding environment and spatial nodes to hide his whereabouts. Every time we thought we were about to catch up with him, he would suddenly disappear and then reappear in another unexpected place..."