Divine King of Honour Chapter 1927: The Terrifying Elder

Dazzling divine light emanated from the three treasures.

Beyond the bronze fragments, the remaining two treasures were also exceedingly remarkable.

One of them, in particular, brought immense delight to Xu Nian.

"It's actually a ten-million-year-old Dragon Breath Grass," Xu Nian exclaimed, grasping the jade box in his hand.

Within the box rested a single, crystal-clear stalk of medicinal herb.

"Dragon Breath Grass? This item appears to possess an incredibly potent healing effect for soul injuries. Could it be that your soul is wounded?" Su Chan inquired with surprise, observing Xu Nian.

"Not mine, but someone dear to me," Xu Nian responded with a smile.

Afterward, Xu Nian secured the item within his Chaos Divine Palace.

Su Chan nodded, a dawning realization on her face, and remained silent.

Inside Xu Nian's Chaos Divine Palace, the Nine Infant Avatar was currently presenting the jade box to Emperor Ye Tian.

"Master, this item should prove somewhat useful for your soul's recovery, shouldn't it?" Xu Nian asked.

"Dragon Breath Grass? It will indeed offer some assistance. Upon consuming it, my soul should regain its strength to the Luo God Realm level, though I will likely need to enter a period of slumber afterward," Emperor Ye Tian expressed, astonished by the sight of the Dragon Breath Grass.

"Master, please focus solely on your recovery. By the time you awaken, I will likely have already ascended to the Divine World," Xu Nian stated confidently.

"You must be cautious of your Divine Tribulation," Emperor Ye Tian advised.

"Your disciple understands," Xu Nian replied.

Hearing this, Emperor Ye Tian offered no further words. He took the Dragon Breath Grass and then vanished from sight.

Xu Nian, too, departed from the vicinity where Emperor Ye Tian resided.

This particular area had been intentionally set aside by Xu Nian for Emperor Ye Tian; without the latter's consent, Xu Nian would not even dare to intrude.

Sensing that Emperor Ye Tian had accepted the Dragon Breath Grass, a smile graced Xu Nian's lips.

Emperor Ye Tian had provided him with immense aid; he was finally able to reciprocate in some small way.

If not for Emperor Ye Tian's guidance, Xu Nian could never have attained his current cultivation level.

At this juncture, Xu Nian shifted his attention to the other treasure.

It was a piece of beast hide, upon which a mysterious concealment technique appeared to be inscribed.

Once this technique was activated, all aura would dissipate, and the body would become invisible; even an expert at the Daluo God Level would be unable to detect his presence.

This was, in fact, quite beneficial for Xu Nian.

Therefore, Xu Nian unceremoniously collected the beast hide and entrusted it to the Nine Infant Avatar for study.

"I have acquired what I desired. Are you still intending to proceed to the fourth layer? I shall accompany you; this was my promise," Su Chan declared.

"I am heading to the fourth layer. There is something there that I seek," Xu Nian confirmed.

The Death Godhood resided in the fourth layer; his very purpose for coming to this place was to obtain this God Level Death Godhood.

Consequently, reaching the fourth layer was an objective Xu Nian could not forgo.

"Very well, let us descend then," Su Chan agreed.

Xu Nian did not object; an additional companion meant an added source of strength.

Furthermore, the fourth layer was anticipated to be the most perilous; he was uncertain if he could navigate it alone.

"Buzz!"

Swiftly, the duo arrived at the fourth layer.

However, the scene that greeted them in this layer left both Xu Nian and Su Chan in a state of astonishment.

For within the fourth layer, an individual was presently seated in a cross-legged posture.

This person was remarkably still alive, and the aura emanating from him sent shivers down the spines of both Xu Nian and Su Chan.

"Someone has finally arrived," the person spoke, opening his eyes to gaze upon Xu Nian and Su Chan, a smile appearing on his lips.

It was an elderly man, his face adorned with a benevolent smile.

Yet, that smile, in the perception of Xu Nian and Su Chan, was nothing short of terrifying.

"Senior, you are..." Xu Nian stepped forward, inquiring.

He was certain that the formidable presence before him was a God Level Expert. Although his God Power was suppressed, the aura radiating from his being remained incredibly potent. If his intuition was correct, his comprehension of the Heavenly Dao must be exceptionally profound.

"Haha, I am a servant left behind by my master to guard his tomb. My master specifically appointed me here to protect his final resting place. Any intruder shall not be spared—however, should you prove capable of defeating me, then my master's ultimate legacy shall be yours," the old man declared with a smile.

Xu Nian and Su Chan exchanged stunned glances.

A tomb owner's servant?

Then, how long had this individual resided here?

Tens of millions of years, at the very least?

How had he endured such an immense span of time?

"Are you prepared?" the old man inquired amiably.

"Senior, please commence your attack," Xu Nian responded, his gaze resolute.

Given that only by vanquishing this guardian could he obtain the inheritance, this confrontation was an absolute necessity.

A faint smile graced the old man's lips upon hearing this.

In the blink of an eye, he inexplicably materialized before Xu Nian.

"What?!"

Xu Nian was instantly thrown into shock.

How could this elder possess such astonishing speed?

"Bang!"

Before Xu Nian could even process what was happening, the old man's palm collided forcefully with his chest.

At that moment, Xu Nian felt an overwhelming sensation, as if his very being was on the verge of disintegration.

It was well-known that Xu Nian's physical prowess had already attained the might of a Mid-grade Heavenly Divine Artifact.

Yet, under the impact of the old man's single palm strike, signs of his body being rent asunder appeared, a testament to the sheer terror of the power unleashed.

"Pfft!"

A torrent of blood erupted from Xu Nian's mouth as his body was violently propelled backward, slamming into the wall.

"So powerful, Fourth-level Heavenly Dao?" Xu Nian rapidly deduced in his mind.

The elder confronting him commanded the Wind Attribute Heavenly Dao Truth, having already reached the Fourth-level.

With such formidable strength, dispatching him would be as simple as turning his hand.

"Fourth-level Heavenly Dao?" Su Chan, equally stunned, reacted immediately, her long spear launching forward.

God Power intertwined with Ninth Level Gold Attribute Dao Truth; with a single, decisive thrust, the spear radiance became supremely condensed.

"Buzz!"

Nevertheless, the old man merely extended a hand, effortlessly intercepting Su Chan's assault.

The terrifying spear radiance was utterly unable to progress even a single inch.

"Middle Stage of God? Not bad, but it's a pity you haven't broken through to the Heavenly Dao." The old man offered a faint smile.

His palm suddenly pulsed with Heavenly Dao Power.

The long spear held by Su Chan instantly splintered, its fractured shaft, akin to razor-sharp swords, piercing through various parts of her body, pinning her against the wall.

Bearing a total of seven wounds, Su Chan was grievously injured in an instant.

Her gaze, fixed upon the old man, intensified with sharpness.

"Wind Extreme, Extreme Wind Blade!"

Gripping the God King Sword, Xu Nian unleashed another formidable slash.

This strike merged Divine Power with the Nine Levels of Wind Attribute Dao Truth; azure sword radiance unfurled instantaneously, hurtling towards the old man.

"Wind Extreme, Great Tao Truth Ninth Level? Kid, not bad. Unfortunately, before the Heavenly Dao, your power remains far too weak." The old man chuckled softly.

He channeled Heavenly Dao Power into his hand, conjuring a Wind Shield.

"Boom!"

Xu Nian's attack collided with the Wind Shield and was completely negated.

Xu Nian's expression shifted dramatically.

Could Fourth-level Heavenly Dao truly possess such overwhelming might?

Without the augmentation of Divine Power and God Power, he could still effortlessly repel his own strike?

If this elder's cultivation were not sealed, would he not be exponentially more terrifying?

"It appears this battle will be an arduous one," Xu Nian murmured to himself.

A profound heaviness settled upon his heart.