Supernatural Insight Eyes-Chapter 978 - 0 Killing Intent Arises! (Fourth Update)

Imagine for a moment: if this once-safe passage suddenly became fraught with danger, how would those seeking to enter the Barbaric Wilderness Forest feel?

Would they leave in fear, or press forward despite the risks?

For martial artists with weaker nerves, seeing the ghastly remains of the martial artist killed by the ancient beast was enough to scare them into turning back immediately, terrified of meeting the same fate.

Some, however, persisted, proceeding cautiously.

Without a doubt, those daring to continue deeper were martial artists confident in their own strength, spurred by a touch of luck-driven optimism. They refused to give up, for the prospect of finding an ancient beast’s egg was enticing—if it could enhance their power, even better; if not, it could still be exchanged for a fortune in crystal stones.

Faced with such a rare opportunity that might alter the trajectory of their lives, who would willingly abandon it?

Yue Lun approached Ye Qiu to discuss whether they should proceed.

Ye Qiu hesitated. After all, the corpse of the dead martial artist lay before their eyes—perhaps it was the ancient beast’s direct warning to humans not to cross the line. Yet, Ye Qiu couldn’t bring himself to give up so easily.

Casting a glance at Jin Yu in the sky, Ye Qiu decided to take the risk—worst-case scenario, if danger arose, he could escape swiftly aboard Jin Yu.

"Alright, we’ll accompany you for another stretch, Brother Ye. If things remain calm, great. But if we encounter a life-or-death crisis, we’ll retreat," Yue Lun said.

From then on, every martial artist traversing this passage into the Barbaric Wilderness Forest was on edge, fearing the reappearance of the powerful ancient beast to claim more lives.

The journey onward was slow and cautious. They traveled by day and rested by night. Two days passed without any threats.

At last, they breathed a sigh of relief—for all the tension, they’d safely reached the interior of the Barbaric Wilderness Forest. By this point, all the martial artists, including Ye Qiu and his group, had entered deep into the forest.

Fortunately, this specific path was well-hidden, surrounded by towering trees that concealed them. As long as they didn’t recklessly expose their presence, they wouldn’t draw the attention of other ancient beasts.

As for how this path had formed, many speculated along the way. Some suggested it had been dug out, while others thought it naturally existed.

The most astonishing theory was that the passage had been created during a battle between powerful figures. This conjecture was met with skepticism or even ridicule—after all, a passage spanning over a thousand kilometers would require an unfathomable level of force to leave such a mark.

Such a feat would no longer be considered mere "attacks"; it would qualify as Divine Skills only possible for deities.

Ye Qiu found this theory intriguing. As he ventured further, he began to think that it might indeed be plausible.

If it truly were the aftermath of a clash between mighty figures, what caliber of combat would it have been?

The thought of such an earth-shattering battle filled Ye Qiu’s mind, enthralling him with its sheer grandeur.

"Perhaps I’m overthinking it. If martial arts could truly reach such heights, it would surpass humanity—it would be the realm of gods," Ye Qiu mused internally.

Around him, several youths from the Yue Clan had already fallen asleep. Ye Qiu gradually closed his eyes as well, putting an end to his wandering thoughts. After a full day of travel, fatigue seeped into him, and he wanted to rest.

Soon, Ye Qiu drifted into light slumber.

Rustle, rustle...

The wind rustled the leaves and swayed the branches. The night in the Barbaric Wilderness Forest was serene, the entire world seemingly asleep.

Silence. Silence. More silence.

When the moon’s position shifted slightly overhead, four figures swiftly streaked through the tranquil passageway.

Their forms flickered and vanished into the night without stirring the faintest ripple of air. Even in rapid motion, they caused no disturbance, showcasing an unparalleled mastery over their bodies, speed, and power.

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Soon, the four arrived at the resting spot of Ye Qiu and his companions.

They exchanged glances briefly, then launched their attack in an instant, aiming to eliminate Ye Qiu while he slept.

Just as one extended his hand to ensure a decisive strike, Ye Qiu’s eyes abruptly snapped open. At that very moment, his gaze flared with piercing brilliance—the Illusionary Eye activated in an instant.

Swoosh! Swoosh!

Ye Qiu delivered two punches in rapid succession, striking the two attackers squarely. The remaining pair, startled by Ye Qiu’s sudden counterattack, prepared to make their move.

By then, Ye Qiu had already repelled the first two, giving himself enough space to rise to his feet.

His eyes gleamed sharply as he assessed the four foes—all of them were at the peak of the Mythic Realm. To dispatch four assailants of this caliber at night was unprecedented.

Could they be from the Ji Clan?

Ye Qiu couldn’t recall ever provoking such formidable individuals before. The only plausible explanation was that the Ji Clan had sent them. Alternatively, it could be members of the Mu Clan or Shi Clan, though their likelihood seemed lower.

Cough, cough!

The two martial artists who had taken Ye Qiu’s punches now clutched their chests. The force behind those strikes had nearly pierced their bodies. If not for their last-minute reliance on Rule Power to block, they would’ve been seriously injured.

"Are you from the Ji Clan?" Ye Qiu asked sharply.

The attackers said nothing, but their eyes flickered with tumultuous energy. In mere moments, Ye Qiu surmised their origins—they were undoubtedly from the Ji Clan.

No other ancient clans possessed the might to send four Mythic Realm peak warriors in a single strike to assassinate him.

Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh...

The four launched another attack, aiming for a swift resolution without alerting anyone else.

Ye Qiu remained vigilant. Whether before entering the Barbaric Wilderness Forest or after, his seemingly tranquil demeanor had masked constant watchfulness of his surroundings.

The Ji Clan had finally made their move. Ye Qiu had always expected them to act within palace confines, perhaps deploying strongmen to eliminate him. Yet he hadn’t anticipated their strike to occur here, deep within the forest.

Could this have been premeditated?

Ye Qiu wondered. If he were at the palace, the Ji Clan might have hesitated due to the Yun Shang Hall’s presence—especially since the Five Sheep Venerable frequented the area. Ye Qiu was well aware of this protection.

But now that he had ventured into the Barbaric Wilderness Forest—and with the Five Sheep Venerable occupied studying ancient beast eggs—it was plausible that this entire scheme was a meticulously planned move by the Ji Clan. Even Ye Qiu couldn’t deny that their strategy and investment of effort were impressive, all to target him.

"Unlikely. Even as someone in the Mythic Realm, I wouldn’t warrant such an extravagance from the Ji Clan," Ye Qiu thought swiftly.

"Since they’ve come for me, I might as well capture them and demand answers," Ye Qiu decided. Instead of retreating, he advanced. Four peak Mythic Realm warriors—even at their level, they were not beyond defeating. With his hidden arsenal, he was confident in claiming victory.