The torrential rain enveloped the region outside the Deification Pool. However, it was deathly silent within the torrential rain. Every expert was dumbfounded as they looked at the water mirror. Their expressions were practically frozen.
In the mirror, Huang Xuanzhi's silhouette powerlessly fell with half of his body shattered and he had fainted.
At this moment, the outcome of this battle had finally been determined.
Although the outcome had exceeded everyone's expectations, it was the truth. Looking at Huang Xuanzhi's miserable state, no one could find an excuse.
"How is this possible?!"
Many Divine Beast Clans muttered with shock in their eyes. After all, Huang Xuanzhi's name was too resounding amongst the Divine Beast Clans, and he was definitely a top-tiered genius. Over the years, who knew how many powerhouses were defeated by him, which made his name even more dazzling.
But who could've expected that Huang Xuanzhi, who had always been invincible, would be defeated by a human today?
However, although they were shocked in their hearts, they had no choice but to admit that Mu Chen was, after witnessing the frightening exchange from before, they had no choice but to admit that Mu Chen had exceeded their expectations.
It was no wonder why he could flip the entire Ancient Buddha Clan upside down!
While the Divine Beast Clans were sighing, the Human Phoenix Clan was in silence. Huang Jin's face was pale, and the Elders of the Human Phoenix Clan behind him were dumbfounded. They couldn't accept this outcome.
The Phoenix race's invincible top prodigy had lost just like that?
They were still expecting Huang Xuanzhi to resist Mu Chen's move and launch a counterattack. But who could've expected that Mu Chen's move would be so powerful that it destroyed Huang Xuanzhi's defense?
Compared to the silence of the Human Phoenix Clan, Patriarch Tian Huang's face was filled with joy as his body trembled. Behind him, Elder Lu of the Jiu You Clan was also dumbfounded before he gulped down a mouthful of saliva.
"Mu Chen is truly terrifying." He muttered.
With his cultivation in the Middle Phase Spirit Heavenly Sovereign Realm, defeating Huang Xuanzhi, who was at the Initial Phase Immortal Heavenly Sovereign Realm. If this matter were to spread out, Mu Chen's fame would definitely soar.
After all, Huang Xuanzhi was an Initial Phase Immortal Heavenly Sovereign, and it wasn't something that the Elders of the Ancient Buddha Clan could compare to.
"It's truly the greatest opportunity for Jiu You to get to know Mu Chen."
Patriarch Tian Huang sighed. Back then, they were against the Bloodlink Bond between Jiu You and Mu Chen, since they felt that Mu Chen would be a burden to Jiu You. But who could've expected that not only would Mu Chen not a burden, he and Jiu You and the Jiu You Clan could rely on?
After this battle, even their Nine Nether Bird Clan's status would rise amongst the Divine Beast Clans. At the same time, those that coveted their Nine Nether Bird Clan in the past would also retract their thoughts.
All of this was because of Mu Chen.
Outside the Deification Pool, Mu Chen let out a long breath as the pagoda turned into a streak of light and entered his head. The glass-like Spiritual Physique gradually dissipated and turned back into a body of flesh and blood.
"That fellow is truly worthy of being a top-tiered genius of the phoenix clan."
Looking at Huang Xuanzhi's miserable silhouette, Mu Chen muttered to himself. Only by fighting would he know how troublesome Huang Xuanzhi was. Even he was forced to use the Three Pures and Eight-Divisional Pagoda at the same time before he could defeat Huang Xuanzhi.
Although Huang Xuanzhi was hateful, he was truly worthy of being a top-tiered genius of the phoenix clan. Compared to him, none of those that Mu Chen had encountered in the past could be compared to him.
But although Huang Xuanzhi was powerful, he wasn't the one laughing in the end.
Mu Chen waved his hand and three crimson beams shot out from Huang Xuanzhi's body and fell into his hand. They were the 60% -grade Quasi-Saint Blood Pellets that he had obtained from Kong Ling 'er's group of three.
"I've finally gotten them."
Looking at the three pellets, Mu Chen couldn't help smiling. With them, he was confident that the True Dragon and Phoenix Spirits in his body could evolve.
Whoosh!
After Mu Chen took the three pellets, Huang Xuanzhi's body suddenly emanated a golden radiance that enveloped him before he flew out of the Deification Pool.
Mu Chen did not obstruct him. Just like how he knew that Huang Xuanzhi wouldn't dare to kill him, he also couldn't kill Huang Xuanzhi. After all, both of them had Saint Heavenly Sovereigns backing them. This battle was within the rules, and it wouldn't be a small matter if they fell out.
Right now, Mu Chen still couldn't confront a Saint Heavenly Sovereign, so he didn't intend to cause any trouble for his mother.
As for Huang Xuanzhi, he might be a troublesome opponent, but Mu Chen wasn't afraid of him. After today's battle, Huang Xuanzhi would need some time to recover, and by the time he fully recovered, Mu Chen might have already stepped into the Immortal Heavenly Sovereign Realm. At that time, it wouldn't be a problem for Mu Chen to defeat him.
When Huang Xuanzhi charged out of the Deification Pool, Jiu You also turned into a streak of light and appeared beside Mu Chen with shock in her eyes.
"You monster, you actually defeated Huang Xuanzhi?!" Jiu You bit on her lips as she looked at Mu Chen with joy.
This outcome had exceeded her expectations. Although she trusted Mu Chen, she only felt that even if Mu Chen couldn't defeat Huang Xuanzhi, he still had the strength to bring her away.
However, she never expected that Mu Chen had no intention of bringing her away from Huang Xuanzhi. On the contrary, he chose to defeat Huang Xuanzhi in a straightforward manner, making it impossible for the latter to covet her bloodline.
"The harvest isn't small." Mu Chen smiled with his eyes narrowed as he tossed the three pellets into the air.
As he spoke, he suddenly cast a glance not too far away and saw Kong Ling 'er's group of three carefully flying over with their eyes fixed on the Quasi-Saint Blood Pellet in Mu Chen's hand.
Only at this moment did they recover from Huang Xuanzhi's defeat, but they immediately recalled the Quasi-Saint Blood Pellets.
"Brother Mu!"
A charming smile appeared on Kong Ling 'er's beautiful face. Her eyes sparkled, making her look even more charming.
"Haha, I'll take my leave. We'll meet again if fate allows it."
However, Mu Chen did not give her an opportunity to speak. With a smile, he held onto Jiu You's hand and flew out of the Deification Pool.
How could he not know what Kong Ling 'er and company were planning? Those naive fellows still wanted to take the Quasi-Saint Blood Pellets from him?
Not to mention that they were his spoils of war, Kong Ling 'er's group of three didn't have any good intentions when they looked for him, and they only wanted to use him to restrain Huang Xuanzhi.
Since they wanted to scheme against him, then there's no need for Mu Chen to be polite.
The smile on Kong Ling 'er's face froze as she looked at Mu Chen's departing silhouette. She was angered to the point that she clenched her teeth. Even Lin Cang and Xiao Tian were gritting their teeth in reluctance.
But no matter how unwilling they were, they did not dare to stop Mu Chen. After all, even Huang Xuanzhi was defeated by Mu Chen.
Even if they went up, they would only be delivering food.
Thus, the three of them looked at each other dejectedly with regret in their hearts. If they knew that Mu Chen was so monstrous that even Huang Xuanzhi wasn't his opponent, would there be a need for them to scheme so much?
If they followed Mu Chen, how could Huang Xuanzhi snatch the pellets from them?
But it was a pity that there was nothing they could do. They were destined to return empty-handed from this trip.
Plop!
The surface of the Deification Pool split open and two silhouettes charged out under everyone's unblinking gazes.
When they came out of the Deification Pool, Mu Chen could sense that something was amiss with everyone looking at him with fear in their eyes. But when Mu Chen looked over, they would dodge. It was as if Mu Chen was a demon, which made him speechless.
Inwardly shaking his head, Mu Chen couldn't be bothered with them and brought Jiu You to Patriarch Tian Huang with a smile. "Fortunately, I did not disappoint you and brought Jiu You back in one piece."
With an emotional smile, Patriarch Tian Huang patted Mu Chen's shoulder and solemnly said, "Mu Chen, you're the benefactor of my Jiu You Clan. On behalf of the entire Jiu You Clan, I thank you."
Seeing that Patriarch Tian Huang was about to thank him, Mu Chen immediately stopped him. "What are you saying, Senior? If it wasn't for Jiu You protecting me back then, how could I be here today?
It's just a small matter, and it's not worth mentioning. "
With a gratified smile, Patriarch Tian Huang said with guilt, "Jiu You's eyesight is truly better than us old fellows."
With a smile, Mu Chen replied, "Since the Deification Pool is over, let's go."
Everyone's gazes made him feel uncomfortable, so it was better for him to leave. After all, he had already obtained the Quasi-Saint Blood Essence.
"Hmph, you want to leave?
How can it be that easy?!
Leave the Quasi-Saint Blood Essence behind! "But when Mu Chen spoke, a cold snort resounded from the back.
Squinting his eyes, Mu Chen turned around and looked at the Elder of the phoenix Clan. "Is this the intention of your phoenix Clan?"
The Elder of the phoenix Clan's gaze turned sharp. Just when he was about to speak, he was stopped by the Phoenix King, Huang Jin. "Shut your mouth!"
The Elder of the phoenix Clan could only shut his mouth unwillingly. He could sense the disdainful gazes coming from the surrounding Divine Beast Clans. In the world of the Divine Beast Clans, the strong reigned supreme. Since Huang Xuanzhi was defeated by Mu Chen, then the Quasi-Saint Blood Essence would naturally be Mu Chen's spoils of war. Thus, it was obvious that the phoenix Clan was too despicable.
Fortunately, Huang Jin didn't let his anger get to his head. He immediately stopped the Elder and looked at Mu Chen with a dark expression. "My phoenix Clan is not a sore loser. Since you've defeated Xuanzhi, then my phoenix Clan will admit defeat."
Mu Chen looked at Huang Jin in surprise and smiled. If it wasn't for his mother, who was a Saint Grade Martial Ancestor, Huang Jin wouldn't be so magnanimous today.
However, he couldn't be bothered to speak, so he cupped his fists and turned into a streak of light. Nine Nether, Tian Huang and the rest immediately followed after him.
His top priority now was to refine and absorb the Quasi-sacred Blood Essence as soon as possible. He had a feeling that the True Dragon Spirit and the True Phoenix Spirit in his body would take this opportunity to undergo a great metamorphosis.
He was also looking forward to it very much.
Around the Deification Pool, the experts of the Divine Beast Clans couldn't help sighing when they saw Mu Chen leaving. They knew that after today, Mu Chen's reputation in the Great Thousand World would probably rise to another level.