My gorgeous wife Chapter 1965 - 1933: King of Black Flames

"Hoo—"

With his aura slowly subdued, a collection of formidable individuals served as Li Chen’s subjects for testing this newfound power.

Li Chen’s intuition proved correct; the technique Purple Inscription had employed was far beyond a mere Immortal Law.

A crucial prerequisite was necessary to wield such an Immortal Law.

The Law of Death!

Though not as lofty as the Four Supreme Laws, this particular law still contained an immense destructive potential.

And in that moment, Li Chen gained a fundamental grasp of the Law of Death’s might!

"Utterly formidable!" Li Chen’s heart couldn't help but thrum with a slight tremor as he unleashed the law's power.

He possessed numerous potent techniques, yet in terms of raw destructive force, aside from the Supreme Laws, none could rival the Law of Death.

This law existed solely for the annihilation of enemies!

Its very essence was to bring about demise.

The scattered corpses nearby were a testament to this fact.

Li Chen was no paragon of virtue; his ascent to his current standing demanded a ruthlessness that surpassed all others when necessary.

The group of strong fighters undeniably became his experimental sacrifices.

"Annihilation."

With a mere gesture, the Law of Death's power manifested once more. The bodies of the formidable individuals disintegrated into nothingness, leaving behind only rings that descended into his grasp.

Li Chen casually distributed the rings amongst the two companions at his side and spoke softly, "Let us depart and seek out Tian Yi and the others. I suspect they may have encountered trouble."

The two readily agreed, lingering no further, and followed Li Chen as they left the vicinity.

However, a subtle detail escaped the notice of all three: a shadowy figure emerged slowly after their departure.

"Based on his actions, he must be the individual our lord spoke of. Yet, his capabilities fall short of expectations. It seems I must make a report to the lord." The figure mused for a moment before continuing aloud, "Even with my own abilities, apprehending him outside this place would prove challenging, let alone within it. Reinforcements are certainly required!"

...

Outside the Ancient Battle Realm.

The domain of the Heaven Realm Martial Artists.

This clandestine base served as the headquarters for the Martial Artists of the Heaven Realm, functioning as the central hub for organizing and coordinating grand strategic operations.

While a significant number had already ventured into the Ancient Battle Realm, a considerable reserve force remained stationed here, prepared to offer support to those inside at any moment.

"King Yilin, the personnel are organized and prepared for immediate deployment."

"Reporting to King Yilin, the forces stationed at the border of the Ancient Battle Realm are in position, ready for engagement."

"Reporting to King Yilin, all remains tranquil outside the Ancient Battle Realm; no enemy presence has been detected."

Within a grand palace, a striking woman efficiently managed a cascade of tasks. Despite her immense workload, her exceptional poise remained unmistakable.

"Instruct the Sage of Innate Wisdom to mobilize his disciples and be prepared to enter the Ancient Battle Realm at a moment’s notice."

"Sage of Ancient Rhyme, please assemble your followers and proceed to the frontier of the Ancient Battle Realm. Ensure immediate protection and escort for any of our individuals who emerge, bringing them here."

"Qiluo Heavenly King, I entrust you with overseeing the overall situation within the Ancient Battle Realm."

With all arrangements finalized, the vast hall gradually cleared.

Scanning the now-empty expanse, Lin Yi’s gaze suddenly grew distant.

She found herself utterly alone.

Even Netherworld was no longer by her side.

Yet, she was a woman of immense resilience, habitually internalizing her struggles without vocalizing them.

Even in Netherworld's presence, she would not voice her complaints to him.

Certain burdens were simply hers to bear in silence.

Initially, Xiaoxiao and the others had expressed a desire to join the conflict, but she had declined their offers.

Their strength was insufficient for participation in such a high-stakes battle, the risks being far too great.

Even if it meant showing favoritism, she forbade Xiaoxiao and the rest from engaging in the fighting.

However, she did not extend this refusal to others.

This was because, among those individuals, truly promising talents could be found. Even those who had recently attained the Heavenly King Realm already demonstrated remarkable potential.

The current her was no longer merely an ordinary disciple under the Daiyu Heavenly Venerable.

She had now become the designated successor and commander, chosen during the Daiyu Heavenly Venerable's cycle of reincarnation!

The weight of responsibility settling upon her shoulders suddenly felt immense.

Yet, beyond an initial sense of unease, she managed every aspect flawlessly, leaving no room for criticism from any quarter.

This led many to secretly commend the Daiyu Heavenly Venerable for having an heir worthy of their legacy.

But no one could fathom the extent of the pressure she endured or the sheer effort she invested to reach this point.

"King Yilin, the King of Black Flames requests an audience."

A voice suddenly broke the silence.

Lin Yi contemplated for a moment before nodding, stating, "Allow him to enter."

A young man, his hand gripping a jet-black longsword, materialized within the hall.

Despite a moment's hesitation, the young man eventually bowed his proud head to Lin Yi, addressing her as, "Sister-in-law."

Hearing this salutation, Lin Yi's lips curved into a smile for the first time. "What is it, Wangyang? Is something the matter?"

"Sister-in-law, I wish to enter the Ancient Battle Realm," Ning Wangyang declared in a measured tone.

"Wangyang, now that you are here, I need not elaborate on the perils within the Ancient Battle Realm. Are you absolutely certain?" Lin Yi inquired, her voice adopting a sterner edge.

"I have made my decision," Ning Wangyang responded with unwavering conviction.

"Very well." Lin Yi nodded, a sense of understanding dawning as she perceived the young man's state of mind.

"The War God of Punishment also intends to enter when the next contingent of forces is dispatched to the Ancient Battle Realm. You should accompany the War God of Punishment," Lin Yi advised calmly.

Ning Wangyang drew a deep breath. While his inclination was to venture forth alone, he recognized Lin Yi's benevolent intentions. He simply nodded, uttered no further words, and turned to depart the hall.

Reflecting on the past, Lin Yi was merely an ordinary woman, with little exposure to cultivation. Who could have foreseen her current eminent achievements?

Who could have predicted that, even among the myriad Heavenly Venerables of the Heaven Realm, they would heed this woman's directives in this place?

Though Ning Wangyang possessed confidence in his unparalleled talent, having ascended to the Realm of the Heavenly King in a remarkably short period, he dared not display any arrogance in the presence of this woman.

This was because, irrespective of her standing, based solely on cultivation prowess, Lin Yi surpassed him!

"Boss..." Upon exiting the hall, Ning Wangyang cast a profound, lingering gaze back towards the palace, a sense of inner turmoil stirring within him.

It had been an extended period since he had last heard news of Li Chen, and he had no inkling of Li Chen's current circumstances.

"King of Black Flames, Ning Wangyang." As Ning Wangyang made his exit, Lin Yi's lips gradually curled into a gentle smile.

"The individuals surrounding you have all blossomed."

"But now, where have you gone?"