I Really Am A Villain Chapter 1821 - The Three Treasure Elders; The Five Beast Guardians

When the fire phoenix unfurled its wings and descended, the onlookers realized that it was not a genuine phoenix but rather another exquisite creation born from treasure-crafting.

This particular fire phoenix was identified as the Three-Flavor True Fire Phoenix.

It was not to be underestimated; legend had it that the Treasure Lineage once discovered the remains of a true phoenix. Using its bones as a core, they had painstakingly forged the fire phoenix now present before them.

Its true might was sufficient to contend with a powerhouse of the Infinite Dao realm, and even cultivators of Infinite Dao would hesitate to confront the Three-Flavor True Fire.

As the fire phoenix descended, its blazing Three-Flavor True Fire unleashed a roaring inferno in all directions, completely enveloping the sky above the Peach Garden in a blanket of fiery clouds.

As if instinctively perceiving the imminent peril, the peach trees appeared poised to sprout eight legs each and make a hasty escape from the Peach Garden. Even the Earth-Core Mother-Lightning Peach Tree transformed into a streak of light, plunging deep underground and vanishing without a trace.

All of this created an atmosphere reminiscent of a brewing tempest, with oppressive dark clouds bearing down on the city walls as if on the verge of collapse.

The moment of its arrival, the fire phoenix locked its gaze onto Xu Zimo and, without uttering a sound, spewed forth a torrent of Three-Flavor True Fire directly at him.

"A mere dead beast, yet it possesses the audacity to act so arrogantly before me," Xu Zimo declared with a frigid snort.

The Creation-Devouring Heaven Finger, with the immense power to consume heaven and earth, surged forward, obliterating the flames and pressing its assault towards the fire phoenix.

BOOM.

The sea of fire was instantly snuffed out. The imposing finger pierced directly through the fire phoenix's head.

A continuous, agonizing wail emanated from the fire phoenix.

This creature, meticulously crafted through treasure-craft, had already developed a sentient spirit of its own.

"Quite capable," remarked the third of the Three Treasure Elders, whose name was the Many-Treasure Elder.

The second was known as the Earth-Treasure Elder.

As for the eldest, who held the ultimate authority within the Treasure Lineage, he was named the Heavenly-Treasure Elder.

Each of the three possessed a distinct specialization in the art of treasure-crafting.

The Many-Treasure Elder, true to his moniker, carried an immeasurable quantity of treasures upon his person. It was whispered that he had forged over one hundred thousand treasures throughout his lifetime and was known for his generosity, casually bestowing riches upon his disciples as rewards.

While his individual creations might not have been the absolute finest, his formidable strength lay in overwhelming numbers, employing a strategy of sheer treasure-abundance.

The Earth-Treasure Elder's expertise was in crafting treasures specifically designed for unparalleled speed.

His entire existence had been dedicated to the study and mastery of the earth.

It was said that he had once traversed every single inch of the vast land and sea encircling the Jade Court on foot.

One should not underestimate the Jade Court; although it could not compare to realms like the Azure Mystic Heaven or the Mirage Tides Heaven, the territory where Kunlun Mountain stood was still immensely vast. Some cultivators might spend their entire lives endeavoring to complete a single circuit around Kunlun Mountain.

Yet, the Earth-Treasure Elder had accomplished this feat without once taking to the air or utilizing any form of conveyance, walking like an ordinary mortal, measuring the earth with his very own feet.

Every inch and every mile within the expanse of the Jade Court was etched into existence somewhere between the soles of the Earth-Treasure Elder's feet.

In terms of sheer velocity, the treasures meticulously crafted by the Earth-Treasure Elder were reputed to be unmatched, holding the foremost position in all the world.

As for the Heavenly-Treasure Elder, his life's work had been devoted to the profound study of the killing techniques within the Space-Time Purgatory.

He firmly believed that space-time represented the most potent rule in existence, without exception.

The interweaving of time and space gave rise to the very fabric of the world.

When employed defensively, it possessed the ability to imprison the void; when utilized offensively, it could reduce all things to utter nullity.

Consequently, every single treasure forged by the Heavenly-Treasure Elder was intrinsically bound to the fundamental laws of space and time.

At this precise moment, the three elders exchanged a meaningful glance, their eyes blazing with intense fury as they fixed their collective gaze upon Xu Zimo.

"Regardless of your origins, you have committed the transgression of slaying the Saint Son of our Treasure Lineage. Today, you shall unquestionably meet your demise."

"I'm beginning to grow exceedingly weary of hearing the word 'die,'" Xu Zimo stated with a mocking laugh. "It's a profound pity that those who utter it with the greatest conviction invariably end up as lifeless corpses at my feet."

"Enough of your glib pronouncements," the Many-Treasure Elder retorted first, his voice laced with disdain.

With a casual gesture, he flung out five spheres of radiant light.

Instantly, a surging, ferocious bestial might erupted, pervading the entire realm.

Amidst a cacophony of roars, five colossal demon beasts erupted from within the five orbs of light.

These magnificent creatures were the Demon Dragon, the White Tiger, the Demon Phoenix, the Netherworld Tortoise, and the Blood Qilin.

The semblance of these demon beasts was astonishingly lifelike, appearing as if they were actual beings rather than mere crafted constructs.

"Those are the Many-Treasure Elder's Five Beast Guardians," a disciple announced.

"Each of the Five Beast Guardians holds the power to challenge an ordinary Infinite Dao cultivator. It's said that when all five combine their might, they can defeat any powerhouse beneath the Three Blossoms stage."

Upon hearing this, the crowd understood. Though the Many-Treasure Elder spoke lightly of Xu Zimo, he acted with extreme caution, deploying one of his ultimate trump cards right from the start.

The Five Beast Guardians were colossal, their combined forms obscuring the sky the moment they materialized.

Radiating distinct energies, five ferocious beasts circled above; each bore a different hue, from crimson and blazing white to the darkness of midnight...

All five turned their intense gazes upon Xu Zimo, sending shivers down the spines of the watching assembly.

"Slay them," the Many-Treasure Elder commanded.

Without delay, all five beasts surged forward.

The Demon Dragon and the White Tiger attacked from the flanks, unleashing a sky-piercing baleful aura and a blinding white radiance concurrently.

Under the overwhelming force of these two, the very fabric of heaven and earth seemed to split apart, one half consumed by the darkness of murderous intent, the other bathed in blinding white light.

The two beasts transformed into twin streaks, moving with lightning speed.

Xu Zimo remained unperturbed. He raised Shadow Tyrant to intercept, merely probing their strength.

BOOM.

A tremendous impact struck him, numbing his palms and forcing him back several steps.

The two beasts pressed their offensive, relentlessly assaulting Xu Zimo from both sides.

Crash, crash, crash.

Xu Zimo's eyes sharpened like blades, a flash of sword light seeming to emanate from his gaze.

He planted his feet firmly and executed two sweeping horizontal attacks, the blade light cleaving through the heavens and earth, its intent resounding through the sky, sending both beasts recoiling.

Facing this, the Many-Treasure Elder's brow furrowed slightly as he barked, "Form the array!"

In response to his command, the remaining three beasts joined the engagement.

Positioned according to the five cardinal directions, the Five Beast Guardians completely encircled Xu Zimo.

The Demon Dragon roared ferociously, the White Tiger raged savagely, the Demon Phoenix blazed wildly, the Netherworld Tortoise exuded a chilling silence, and the Blood Qilin burned with bloodlust.

These five beasts embodied the most extreme of natures.

As their diverse powers intertwined, the five beasts began to meld into a unified entity.

Immense power surged and churned relentlessly.

The beasts' cries echoed one after another.

Within the tempest of energy, the colossal form of the fused beasts gradually materialized.

The Demon Dragon formed its arms, the Blood Qilin its legs, the Netherworld Tortoise its torso, the White Tiger its head, and the Demon Phoenix its tail.

This monstrous being incorporated the characteristics of all five beasts.

It fixed its gaze on Xu Zimo and unleashed a sudden, earth-shattering roar.

The sound converged like a gathering storm, instantly solidifying into a sonic shockwave that hurtled towards Xu Zimo.

"Get out of the way," Xu Zimo commanded. His footwork shifted seamlessly, employing a technique where a single step covered vast distances, and he instantly appeared behind the monstrosity, as if he had streaked through the air like a bolt of golden light.

He brought down a slash towards it.

However, the composite beast proved a formidable foe. From its tail, the Demon Phoenix's flames erupted without warning, enveloping Xu Zimo in a fiery cocoon.

"Insignificant insects, daring to posture before me," Xu Zimo's icy snort pierced through the inferno.

Shadow Tyrant drove directly into the tail.

With sheer force, he severed the tail composed of the Demon Phoenix.

The monster howled in agony. It spun around, opening both colossal arms wide, attempting to crush Xu Zimo in a vice-like embrace, intending to extinguish his life.

"It has him trapped!" The onlookers' faces gleamed with anticipation.

The Many-Treasure Elder turned his head towards the Heavenly-Treasure Elder and gave a subtle nod.

The Heavenly-Treasure Elder then raised his right hand.

Instantly, a Leviathan descended from the heavens.

This Leviathan was a potent secret treasure he had personally forged.

What the Leviathan mastered above all else was its devastating Space-Time Purgatory killing technique.