Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting with brother's wife and young sister Chapter 1026 - 520: Liu Sheng Seriously Injured! (2)

Upgrading his Jade Bones before the Burial Ground's opening was simply not feasible. Based on his current progress, Chen Xuan reckoned he would need to open at least seventy acupoints.

With less than two years remaining, even reaching thirty-odd acupoints would be a stretch.

"It's not enough time!"

A sigh escaped Chen Xuan's lips.

According to Zhan Tian, the stronger the Jade Bones, the more his overall strength would increase exponentially.

He estimated that Eighth Grade Jade Bones would possess at least double the potency of Seventh Grade.

"Boom!"

Just then, an immense and terrifying aura surged forth from the Primordial Realm.

"Rabbit!"

Chen Xuan disappeared in a flash, reappearing at the lake's bottom.

At this moment, the rabbit's fur stood on end, and concentric ripples emanated outwards from its form.

"Hiss—"

Chen Xuan's expression turned grim. The rabbit could no longer be classified as a mere Spiritual Beast; calling it a ferocious beast would be more accurate.

Even he felt a tremor of fear in his heart, a sliver of terror, under the pressure of that aura.

Suddenly, the rabbit's eyes snapped open. Those scarlet pupils—Chen Xuan only dared a fleeting glance before his own eyes felt as if pricked by needles, inflicting agonizing pain.

"This power... it's not just Mid-Eighth Layer, is it?"

In an instant!

The rabbit retracted its overwhelming aura, reverting to its harmless, small bunny appearance.

"Broke through?"

Chen Xuan moved to its side in a single step, inquiring.

"Yes!"

Excitement gleamed in the rabbit's eyes. It hadn't merely achieved a Realm Breakthrough; its bloodline had also begun a process of atavism.

This was the true reason behind its terrifying aura.

"Thank you!"

The rabbit expressed its sincere gratitude. While it had chosen Chen Xuan willingly, its rapid recovery and the commencement of bloodline atavism were all thanks to him.

Without his intervention, merely restoring its former strength would have taken an unknowable number of years.

"We are one now; no need for such formalities,"

Chen Xuan replied with a smile.

Naturally, the rabbit's growing strength brought him joy.

Having such a formidable and utterly loyal subordinate was enough to please even the most discerning individual.

"Right, I must return to the Spirit Realm to accept my clan's inheritance. It may require some time."

"Inheritance?"

Chen Xuan's curiosity was piqued.

"Indeed. The Demon Roar Heaven-Swallowing Rabbit clan's inheritance can only be claimed by one whose bloodline has undergone atavism. It's been countless tens of thousands of years since anyone in my clan achieved bloodline atavism."

"Upon receiving the inheritance, my strength should fully recover, possibly even advancing further."

"Peak?!"

Chen Xuan's expression shifted. If that were the case, they could practically traverse the Eastern Continent with ease.

"Perhaps even a bit beyond that!"

The Demon Roar Heaven-Swallowing Rabbit clan's inheritance was considered top-tier, even within the Spirit Realm.

Especially its clan's innate Divine Technique... heh heh!

All of a sudden!

A trace of killing intent unintentionally leaked out.

"Control yourself!"

Chen Xuan cautioned; he could sense that even Xiaoyuan was feeling uneasy.

"I'm leaving!"

"During my absence, be cautious. The connection between us will be severed once I begin the inheritance process. When I emerge, I'll take you flying!"

With these words, it took a single step—and then vanished from Chen Xuan's sight.

"Take me flying?!"

Chen Xuan let out a faint smile. Indeed, the rabbit now possessed the strength for such a feat.

The powerhouses in the Spirit Realm were formidable. Even figures like Emperor Yu were not highly ranked.

"I feel like I've encountered its clan before!"

After the rabbit returned to the Spirit Realm, Xiaoyuan's form materialized before Chen Xuan.

"You know them?"

"I have a faint recollection, though the specifics are unclear. However, the feeling it evokes is somewhat similar to that Demon!"

Xiaoyuan strained to recall.

A colossal figure, whose height was immeasurable, opening its immense maw to swallow countless stars in a single gulp.

That scene... even recalling it now sent shivers down its spine.

Yet, it had defied the Way of Heaven and was ultimately smitten by Celestial Punishment.

While the rabbit was not that specific Demon, there was likely some connection.

"A Demon?"

"What did it look like?"

"Was it that powerful?"

...

Chen Xuan unleashed a barrage of questions.

Xiaoyuan had only recently awakened, but it was ancient. The prospect of a Demon from its memories being connected to the rabbit filled it with excitement.

"Stop, please stop, Master. I don't remember the precise details; it was too long ago, everything is hazy. Regardless, once that rabbit's bloodline completes its atavism, it should undergo a qualitative transformation!"

Afraid of further questioning, it quickly ascended back into the treetop and disappeared from sight.

"Quite the background."

Chen Xuan couldn't help but feel a sense of awe.

...

Night had fallen!

Chen Xuan was in a deep slumber, holding Gu Pengyou close, when the sudden pulse of a Communication Spirit Talisman startled him awake.

"What's happening?"

He wondered who would be sending him a message so late at night.

His heart skipped a beat!

A sense of foreboding washed over him.

He immediately gestured, and the Communication Spirit Talisman autonomously flew into his hand.

"Elder Zhan!"

Chen Xuan sat bolt upright, channeling his Spiritual Power into the talisman.

"Liu Sheng is critically wounded. You must come to the Imperial City at once!"

"Boom!"

The simple message struck Chen Xuan like a thunderclap, leaving him stunned and disbelieving.

Beside him, Gu Pengyou also sat up, her eyes wide with shock!

Liu Sheng, gravely injured!?

"How could this be?"

"The Chief Eunuch is at the Peak of the Eighth Layer—who possesses the ability to inflict such serious injuries upon him?"

"It's impossible!"

Chen Xuan’s composure shattered, and Gu Pengyou became even more distraught, having never witnessed him in such a state before.

"Husband..."

"I'm heading to the Imperial City now!"

...

He pushed his Rule of Space ability to its absolute limit, reaching the Imperial City in under half an hour, only to find its gates sealed shut.

"Prince Xuan of rMolan Mansion, open these gates and grant this king entry."

Chen Xuan's voice boomed towards the imposing city gates.

"Tomorrow!"

A frigid voice echoed from atop the gate tower.

This was the Imperial City; regardless of one's status, once the gates were closed, all one could do was wait!

Anxious, Chen Xuan narrowed his gaze. Despite the oppressive darkness of the night, he could distinctly discern the faces of the City Guards who had responded to him.