Chapter 2162: Guardian Chapter 2162: Guardian Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation Ye Chen’s form gradually appeared in Bai Shan’s unclear field of vision. Bai Shan could not help but summon the last bit of strength remaining in his body and pleaded, “Please do not kill me. I was blind and offended you. As long as you spare my life, I swear upon my Dao heart that I will not reveal any information about you…” At this moment, Bai Shan had already come to view Ye Chen as a powerful expert hiding his true cultivation. This perspective made sense of everything that had occurred before. He did not care about Ye Chen’s reasons for coming to the Southern Region. His only concern was to survive. Ye Chen looked at Bai Shan and sneered. “I fear that a Dao heart oath is not sufficient…” Bai Shan’s breathing halted upon hearing this. He was terrified beyond measure. Just as he was about to speak, Ye Chen suddenly produced a scroll and opened it before him. Ye Chen spoke calmly to Bai Shan, “This is a highly advanced spirit contract. If you wish to continue living, place your soul imprint on it. Then, ensure that I can enter the city immediately.” “Yes, yes, yes!” Bai Shan felt a surge of joy upon hearing this. He understood that Ye Chen’s words meant he would not take his life for the time being. Without carefully examining the contract’s contents, he branded his soul onto it, knowing he had no right to refuse. Ye Chen nodded and stated, “Very well, the terms of the contract are simple. As you said, you are not to mention anything about me, or you will perish.” This spirit contract had been prepared by Ge Qing for such situations. Bai Shan’s heart trembled upon hearing this. He nodded vigorously, fearing that if Ye Chen grew displeased, he might change his mind and kill him. He quickly retrieved a token. Ignoring the injuries on his body, he forcefully gathered a small amount of spiritual energy and infused it into the token. Then, he raised his head and forced a smile at Ye Chen. “Hero Ye, you may leave now. Do not worry; I handled everything according to the proper procedures. There will not be any issues.” Ye Chen nodded and turned to depart. With a wave of his hand, he collected the Saint Stones from the table. He had no intention of being polite to Bai Shan and the others. If he had lost to Bai Shan and the others, would they show him pity and return the money to him? No! “Finally, do not let me discover that you are doing this to anyone else who enters the region,” Ye Chen stated calmly. Before he exited, Ye Chen glanced at the Dark Ray Beast, who stood in the distance. The other spiritual beasts had all fled in fear during the recent battle. Only this Dark Ray Beast remained, its eyes filled with intelligence. It was looking at him. “Why?” Ye Chen smiled. “Do you wish to accompany me?” Upon hearing this, the Dark Ray Beast raised its front legs and neighed with excitement, looking very pleased. Seeing this, Ye Chen could not help but smile. It appeared that the Dark Ray Beast had accepted him as its master. However, it did seem to be a more effective mode of transport than a flying ship in this region. The Dark Ray Beast jogged to Ye Chen’s side. Without hesitation, Ye Chen leaped onto it. At that moment, endless currents of air surged, and an old man had appeared in front of Ye Chen. “Young one, it is unwise to take lives in the Southern Region.” The old man’s cold eyes were fixed on Ye Chen. Ye Chen felt a touch of surprise. The old man’s aura was similar to that of Lan Xueyue, indicating that he might be an expert on the verge of breaking through to the Great Void realm! It appeared that there were guardians stationed at the border of the Southern Region. In truth, from the beginning, Ye Chen had not attacked Bai Shan and the others due to the sensation that a pair of eyes were watching him. He understood very well that he could not initiate a kill! If Bai Shan and the others had intended to kill first, he would then have sufficient justification. “Senior, you must understand the reason why I took their lives.” Ye Chen’s gaze conveyed no fear. “If the Southern Region still wishes to defend such worthless beings under these circumstances, then the Southern Region will become the laughingstock of the Lingwu Continent!” As soon as he spoke these words, a tremendous pressure suddenly erupted from the old man’s body and enveloped Ye Chen entirely. Those who insulted the Southern Region would face death. Ye Chen was momentarily shocked, and his face paled. This kind of pressure was far too terrifying! Even his current self found it difficult to endure! At that moment, black lightning coursed over the Dark Ray Beast’s body, and an ancient aura radiated around it. It actually dispelled the pressure! Ye Chen’s eyes widened as he realized that this spiritual beast was even stranger than he had initially thought. The old man’s murky eyes flickered with surprise. “You may leave, but I will take the spiritual beast that you possess. You do not have the right to keep it. Moreover, it belongs to the Southern Region.” How could Ye Chen allow the other party to take such an extraordinary creature away? “Impossible!” This beast has already recognized me as its master. In the Lingwu Continent, if a demonic beast acknowledges its master, outsiders should not have the right to interfere! If you possess the ability, you may try to make the Dark Ray Beast recognize you as its master!” Ye Chen had made preparations. If this old man attacked him with the intent to kill, he would utilize the Myriad Sword Seal that he had obtained from the Divine Sword Palace. Although there was only one opportunity and it was somewhat excessive, it was his only option. Their eyes locked! A full ten seconds passed! The old man retracted his pressure and turned to walk in another direction. “You should have sensed my presence long ago.” “Otherwise, with your strength, you could have easily eliminated those individuals, and you would not have needed to participate in the spiritual beast competition.” “Those people deserved to die.” “However, you took the Dark Ray Beast away and provoked the Southern Region. I have no reason to kill you at this moment, but I will be watching you closely.” “If you transgress the laws of the Southern Region, I will personally end your life.” “I will remember your name, Ye Chen.” With that, the old man vanished from sight. Ye Chen gazed at the Dark Ray Beast beneath him, feeling somewhat astonished. Little Gold and the Blood Dragon were his battle beasts and companions, not mere mounts. In the Lingwu Continent, he indeed lacked an impressive mount. This fellow fulfilled this role perfectly. The Dark Ray Beast’s entire form radiated a powerful light. Soon after, it transformed into a streak of black light as it carried Ye Chen along with it and sped out of the city. Ye Chen produced a map and glanced at it. After a brief moment of contemplation, he employed his spiritual sense. The Dark Ray Beast beneath him sensed Ye Chen’s guidance and promptly turned its head, running in a specific direction. Ye Chen observed the Dark Ray Beast beneath him and nodded slightly. This beast possessed exceptional spirituality. Coupled with its ancient bloodline, it could be deemed a top-grade mount. “Wait a moment.” After a lengthy pause, the Demon Emperor on his glabella spoke, “That old man placed some form of seal on you. He can easily track your movements and monitor you.” “If I am not mistaken, he was spying on your secrets and even your mount. However, such individuals tend to be arrogant and did not attack you at that moment.” “It is precisely because he did not attack you that he managed to survive. Your Myriad Sword Seal was more than adequate to eliminate him!” “Regrettably, it is only a single-use item.”

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