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Chapter 1640 - The Nine Witches (1)

Chapter 1640 - The Nine Witches (1)

The sacred region of the Soul Stealing Realm was a place that tolerated no misbehavior at all. It had been the case since its founding until the arrival of Yun Che and Qianye Yinger. The commotion was so loud that every dark expert within the vicinity had turned their attention toward the gate in alarm.


Yun Che and Qianye Yinger slowly landed on the ground. Right in front of them was the central gate leading into the sacred region. The four people they attacked just a moment ago were currently lying on the ground and writhing in pain, unable to stand up for a long time.


These guards were only early stage Divine Sovereigns, but this was the central gate to the Soul Stealing Sacred Ground that they were guarding. They could easily become the realm king of a middle star realm if they so wished.


The guards source of pride came from their strength and their sacred duty, so they refused to reveal their shock and fear even though they were rattled by their immediate defeat. The guard in the middle said, No matter who you are, you have committed an unforgivable sin by attacking the sacred region... you will not walk away from this alive!


Rumble!


A thunderous detonation of profound energy came from the front right after the guard was finished speaking, and three hundred black figures locked their auras firmly around Yun Che and Qianye Yinger in just a couple of breaths. The air and even space itself was frozen solid.


Half of these profound practitioners were Divine Sovereigns, and even the weakest among them was at least a middle stage Divine King. The speed at which they organized themselves and gathered around the gates was especially impressive. The commotion reached as far as hundreds of kilometers, scaring away every profound practitioner within the vicinity like headless chickens.


Whats going on?


Suddenly, a peaceful voice that didnt mesh well with the tense atmosphere at all entered everyones ears. The voice sounded like it came from far away when it started speaking, but by the end of the short question it sounded like it was right beside them.


A figure slowly manifested to full from behind the barrier before stepping outside. It was a tall, handsome man who looked to be around eighteen or nineteen years old. His aura wasnt sharp, but it was as quiet and as vast as the sea itself.


More importantly, he was a level six Divine Master!


Both Yun Che and Qianye Yinger frowned a little. This man was an unusual one; the kind who would attract everyones attention no matter where he went. It wasnt because he was a middle stage Divine Master, however... it was because he looked like a living god.


The young mans face looked like it was carved out of exquisite jade, and his skin looked white and flawless. His gaze was cold and intimidating, but it did little to hide the fact that his eyes looked like limpid pools of autumn waters. He had vermillion lips that were rarely seen even among most women, and his fingers were long and slender.


In short, he was so beautiful that he could make a woman go mad with jealousy.


The word beauty normally didnt apply to a man, but it did to him. It fitted him as naturally as breathing. It wouldnt be surprising if some people mistook him as a poorly disguised woman either.


The guards faces changed the second they saw the man. The nervous tension that gripped everyone suddenly disappeared without warning as the guards struggled to their feet and bowed respectfully. Greetings, Spirit Lord. These two intruders have invaded the sacred region and attacked us without warning. We... we will capture them immediately.


Spirit Lord?


Qianye Yinger shot the man an interested look. She had an idea who he was now.


Its fine, the man said indifferently. I am here, so it is no longer necessary for you to take action.


All the guards looked incredibly shocked by his words. The first four guards said hastily, You are as precious as the heaven itself, Spirit Lord. You should not have to deign to handle two peasants yourself.


Peasants? The man glanced at Yun Che and Qianye Yinger. Anyone who dares hurt a member of the Soul Stealing Realm right before the sacred region is either exceedingly foolish, or secure in the knowledge that theyre safe. Considering that they are both level seven Divine Sovereigns, it is unlikely that they are the former.


Did the Devil Queen not recently inform all of us that something big was going to visit the sacred region very soon? We cannot allow anything untoward to happen during this time. So please, retreat and leave this to me.


He made a pushing motion with his palm, and all the guards behind him were pushed gently back into the barrier. Soon, the beautiful man, Yun Che and Qianye Yinger were the only ones left in the area.


The Spirit Lord placed his hands behind his back and smiled slightly. The unconscious gesture actually looked surprisingly flirtatious. Two level seven Divine Sovereigns are strong enough to roam ninety percent of the realms without fear, but I doubt your arrogance has grown enough to overwhelm even your common sense. Now speak. What is your goal?


Or should I say... His eyebrows sank, and his gaze turned penetrating. Who are your masters!?


Qianye Yinger whispered, That woman isnt back yet? Heh, is she doing this on purpose?


Yun Che gave no indication that he heard anything at all.


The beautiful man frowned deeply. He thought that he was unleashing enough aura and soul pressure to crush any level seven Divine Sovereigns mind, but not only did the two intruders look perfectly unaffected, they were talking among themselves using sound transmissions.


Speaking of which, this man is quite pretty, isnt he? Qianye Yinger seemed to be comparing the Spirit Lord and Yun Ches looks very seriously. At the very least, hes a lot better looking than you are.


The beautiful man frowned deeper. There were two reasons he had deigned to handle these two intruders himself. One, he just happened to be around the corner when it happened. Two, he didnt want any trouble to happen right after the Devil Queen had given an order. However, he was still the Soul Stealing Spirit Lord. No one had ever dared to disrespect him, much less treat him like he was nothing but thin air.


And these intruders were just Divine Sovereigns!


He smiled and dragged out his voice. Do you know... who youre talking to?


This time, Qianye Yinger favored him with her gaze and observed him from head to toe. Then, she said, There are nine Witches, twenty-seven Soul Spirits and three thousand six hundred Soul Attendants who serve the Soul Stealing Realm. They call you the Spirit Lord, so Im assuming that youre the leader of the twenty-seven Soul Spirits. Unfortunately...


Unfortunately? The beautiful man narrowed his eyes.


Qianye Yinger turned toward Yun Che and said with a disgusted tone, Unfortunately, Chi Wuyao needs to reevaluate her taste in boy-toys. I will admit that her nine Witches are impressive, but you... why she would ever favor a girlish boy like you, I will never understand.


The world fell silent, and the guards behind the barrier turned deathly pale. The beautiful man had been playing it cool so far, but the second Qianye Yinger completed her taunt, his face distorted as if a million worms were crawling across his face. Fury and killing exploded out of him like an active volcano.


You... are courting death!!


Boom!


His profound energy exploded like a bomb, and the sacred region turned as dark as the night. You dare insult the Devil Queen? Not even a million deaths will be enough to redeem you!


Heh. Qianye Yingers golden hair danced as she took in the sight of the enraged man with a wider, more scornful smile. Are you sure you want to attack us here?


But Qianye Yingers words did nothing to change the beautiful mans mind. The woman had touched the one reverse scale she should never have touched, and he was going to make her pay for it no matter what. Without a word, he gathered the darkness around him and acted to swallow both Qianye Yinger and Yun Che whole.


It was at this moment the cool voice of a woman reached them.


Stop.


Her words were as short and as clear as a heaven pool. They were all it took to stop the beautiful mans body and energy in their tracks.


A jade green light appeared out of nowhere and penetrated the rich darkness the Spirit Lord had gathered. A while later, it slowly diluted its power into nothing.


Yun Che and Qianye Yinger looked up at the same time. Blue light was dancing all across the sky like quiet fireflies.


A woman with a slender figure was standing amidst the shower of light. Wearing a blue dress and bathing in the light, she looked like a fantastical dream.


The second she showed up, the Spirit Lord withdrew his aura and knelt on one knee without any hesitation. The guards behind the barrier did the same and bowed their heads deeply as well. Not one of them dared to look up or allow their gaze to linger on the woman for any longer than necessary. It was almost as if they were welcoming a god.


Shiyan greets Lord Qing Ying!


If it wasnt clear enough before, the beautiful mans attitude and words shed light to the womans identity completely.


Another Witch, Qianye Yinger whispered.


This was the fourth Witch they had seen after Chanyi, Hua Jin and Yao Die.


Yun Che penetrated the light with his spirit perception and observed the new Witch for a moment.


The nine Witches never showed their true faces in public, and this Qing Ying was no exception. She wasnt covering her face with a mask like Chanyi, but the lifelike lights danced around her and kept her face hidden behind their mysterious glow. All an outsider could see was a hazy shadow.


The woman in a blue dress landed and spread out her consciousness. She immediately figured out what was going on. Although this was the first time she saw Yun Che and Qianye Yinger, she knew exactly who they were.


After all, they were the reason she returned to the sacred region in the first place.


You wound our Soul Attendant the moment you visit our realm? Hmph. You are as arrogant and out of control as the rumors say, Qing Ying said in a chilly tone. She didnt care to hide the anger in her voice at all.


They were the ones who attacked us first, Qianye Yinger replied coldly. Is this how the Soul Stealing Realm treats their guests?


Lord Qing Ying! The beautiful man rose to his feet with a deep frown. Whoever they are and whatever their motives, they have committed crimes they must be punished for! Whatever your judgment may be, please allow Shiyan to capture them first!


Capture? Qing Ying snorted. They killed Yan Sangeng and injured Yao Die. Do you really think you can capture them?


Wh... what!? All of his fury turned into shock. Realization hit him when the beautiful man looked at Yun Che and Qianye Yinger again. You mean theyre...


Retreat, Qing Ying said. This isnt something you should interfere with.


But... For a moment, the beautiful man looked rattled and shocked. But his anger reignited, and his gaze quickly turned cold once more. But they insulted our queen! Every Soul Attendant here can attest to this!


... Behind the blue light, Qing Ying furrowed her eyebrows. A while later, she said stiffly, Retreat.


The Witchs words couldnt be disobeyed. Everyone could sense the boiling anger seething in Qing Yings heart, but still she decided to hold herself back. It could only be the will of the Devil Queen.


I obey.


Given no choice, the beautiful man took a few steps backward, gritted his teeth and looked away from Yun Che and Qianye Yinger. He was afraid that he would lose control of himself if he looked at them any longer.


I am Qing Ying, the fifth Witch of the Soul Stealing Realm. She introduced herself indifferently. Her eyes were hidden, but it didnt take a genius to sense the disgust in her gaze. Yun Che, Brahma Monarch Goddess, I dont like you at all, but I cannot disobey my masters will. Come in.


Qianye Yinger and Yun Che bullied Chanyi, injured Yao Die, and attacked their Soul Attendants the moment they appeared in the Soul Stealing Realm. Naturally, she didnt feel any good will toward them.


Unfortunately, goodness and politeness didnt exist in Qianye Yinges dictionary.


My name is Yun Qianying. She corrected Qian Ying. Dont make the same mistake again.


Hmph! Qing Ying turned around and walked toward the gate of the sacred region. She waved a hand, and the barrier melted away to admit the guests.


Qianye Yinger shot Yun Che a look before falling behind Qing Ying with him. They passed through the barrier they couldve destroyed anytime they wanted to and entered the dark sacred region of the Soul Stealing Realm.


Where is your master? Qianye Yinger asked.


... Qing Ying ignored her, but her lips had been moving almost indiscernibly all this time. It looked like she was speaking to someone in secret.


That pretty face earlier is called the Spirit Lord, isnt he? Is he the leader of the twenty-seven Soul Spirits? Qianye Yinger asked again with a ridiculing smile.


Qing Ying remained expressionless, but when she recalled Chi Wuyaos instructions she sucked in a deep breath and forced herself to reply without turning around. His name is Sheng Shiyan. He is the leader of the twenty-seven Soul Spirits and the grand hall master of the twenty-seven Soul Halls.


I knew it. Qianye Yinger smiled. It sounds like hes second only to the Devil Queen and the Witches. Knowing how beautiful he is, Im not surprised by your masters treatment of him.


Qing Ying frowned deeply before declaring in a chilly tone, The reason Sheng Shiyan climbed to his current status today is all due to his extraordinary talents and loyalty. It has nothing to do with his appearance!


Yun Che shot Qianye Yinger a sidelong glance. He knew what she was thinking.


As Qianye Yinger had thought earlier, Sheng Shiyan was the leader of the twenty-seven Soul Spirits. This meant that he commanded the twenty-seven Soul Halls, and that he was the highest leader after the Witches.


The Soul Stealing Realms administrative structure was very different from the other king realms. Each Soul Hall was responsible for a region in the Soul Stealing Realm and its subordinate star realm. Of course, the leaders of the Soul Hall were the infamous twenty-seven Soul Spirits.


The Witches were directly subordinated under the Devil Queen, and they had no exact responsibilities to speak of. However, they had the power to utilize any Soul Halls manpower and resources, meaning that they had basically infinite power and could do whatever they wanted within the confines of the Soul Stealing Realm. Besides having to obey the Devil Queen herself, their authority was basically equal to the Devil Queens.


This was an impossible system in any other king realm or star realm.


The only reason the Soul Stealing Realm could exist the way it was was because the Witches could never betray the Devil Queen.


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