SWNOVELXO Chapter 61: False Emperor
It took a lot of effort for Li Ran to control Yue Jianli.
First, he used a spiritual pressure seal to lock her down, then he firmly gripped her with his arms.
“Let me go!” Yue Jianli glared at him hatefully, her eyes filled with embarrassment and indignation.
“You have to promise not to take out your sword and chop me first,” Li Ran said, feeling a bit uneasy.
“You damn rascal!”
Yue Jianli snapped and bit down on Li Ran’s hand.
“What the heck, are you a dog?”
…
At this moment, words appeared in the void:
【Final trial completed.】
Then, a familiar white light flashed, and the two of them found themselves in another magnificent palace.
This palace was even more grand and majestic, permeated with an immortal aura, and the sound of celestial music lingered in the air, making it feel like a fairyland.
Standing in front of them was an old man with an immortal demeanor, looking at them kindly.
“Congratulations, you have passed the final trial,” the old man said in a gentle voice.
Yue Jianli quickly broke free from his embrace, blushing as she straightened her clothes.
“Cough cough.”
Li Ran cleared his throat awkwardly. “Who are you?”
The old man’s voice was hearty. “Young man, you have overcome numerous hardships just to obtain my inheritance? And you still don’t know who I am?”
“Your inheritance?”
Li Ran and Yue Jianli exchanged a glance, their hearts pounding suddenly.
Could the person in front of them be the ancient Immortal Emperor?
Yue Jianli asked cautiously, “May I ask who you are?”
“Hahaha!”
The laughter of the old man echoed in the hall. “Ignorant child! I am the Immortal Emperor from ancient times, known as Emperor Fen Tian!”
“Emperor Fen Tian?”
Yue Jianli covered her mouth in shock. “You’re the Emperor Fen Tian, who dominated an era?”
This was a true heavyweight!
Legend had it that he controlled more than a dozen kinds of heavenly flames and single-handedly dominated an entire era as a super powerhouse!
This secret realm turned out to be the inheritance of Emperor Fen Tian!
Even someone as indifferent as her couldn’t help but feel excited at this moment.
However, Li Ran remained unmoved, observing the old man with his arms crossed.
“Aren’t the Immortal Emperors from ancient times all gone? Why are you still here?” Li Ran questioned.
The old man stroked his beard and said, “My true body has long gone beyond the realm, leaving only this strand of will to guard this secret realm, waiting for the arrival of destined individuals.”
“Why have both of us advanced then? Whose inheritance does this belong to?” Li Ran pressed on.
“Well…”
The old man glanced around and said, “Because both of you are destined individuals, the inheritance belongs to each of you half! Rest assured, my cultivation is vast. Even with only half of the inheritance, it is enough for you to surpass everyone!”
“Half for each?”
Li Ran couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was amiss.
At that moment, a “ding” sounded in his mind, and the system prompt echoed:
【Mission issued.】
【The demon Red Fox, disguised as Emperor Fen Tian, is attempting to escape the secret realm. Host, please kill it!】
“Indeed, it’s fake!”
Li Ran smirked.
The old man urged impatiently, “Don’t waste time. Which of you will accept the inheritance first?”
He seemed quite anxious.
Yue Jianli also sensed that something was wrong and discreetly pulled Li Ran’s sleeve.
“This doesn’t seem right…”
However, Li Ran seemed oblivious, eagerly saying, “I’ll go first!”
“Li Ran!”
Yue Jianli wanted to warn him, but she saw him turn his head and wink at her.
She immediately understood and closed her mouth, refraining from speaking further.
“Alright, relax and open your heart. I shall bestow the inheritance upon you!” The old man’s hand emitted a crimson light as he slowly pressed it towards Li Ran’s forehead.
Just as the red light was about to make contact, the old man’s eyes gleamed with excitement. Suddenly, a large hand tightly grabbed his wrist.
“Hmm? What is the meaning of this?” The old man frowned.
Li Ran’s grin turned sinister. “Red Fox, right? You really enjoy playing cosplay, huh?”
“What?!”
As soon as he heard the name, the old man’s expression changed instantly. He hurriedly tried to withdraw his hand.
But Li Ran grabbed his hand, and suddenly a dazzling white light burst forth!
“Demonic Light-Dispelling Fist!”
The white light, like strong acid, instantly corroded the old man’s wrist, emitting hissing black smoke.
“Ahhhh!”
The old man screamed in agony, completely devoid of the dignified demeanor he had just shown.
“Still pretending to be Emperor Fen Tian? You really think I’m a fool?” Li Ran sneered.
This technique was specifically designed to combat demons and monsters. Combined with the old man’s weakened state, his body gradually corroded under the white light.
“Let me go, please, I’ll give you the final inheritance!” The old man pleaded desperately.
But Li Ran remained unmoved, pushing the Demonic Light-Dispelling Fist to its limit.
The old man’s body melted rapidly under the intense white light, eventually transforming into a crimson fox, barely clinging to life as it lay on the ground.
“What’s this?” Yue Jianli exclaimed, covering her mouth in astonishment.
In fact, like Taowu, the Red Fox was also one of the suppressed monsters here, but it seized the opportunity when the seal loosened to escape. However, it suffered severe injuries in the process, with its strength greatly diminished. Although it managed to leave its coffin, it was still trapped in this secret realm.
This time, it took advantage of Li Ran and the others seeking enlightenment, devising a plan to impersonate Emperor Fen Tian, attempting to escape and reincarnate.
Unfortunately, the system easily saw through its deception…
Trembling all over, the Red Fox’s voice turned shrill and piercing. “Please spare my life! I’ll take you to obtain the real inheritance-”
Bang!
Li Ran pierced its head with his spear.
“No.”