The Invincible constitution : Rise of the Supreme One

Chapter 45: Past

After concluding his questions and answers with his father, Eli Shan turned his gaze toward the fallen king, offering him an innocent smile. However, as the king's gaze fell on his innocent smile, he felt as if his heart grew heavier.

Eli Shan extended his hand toward the king, his smile widening with childlike innocence. The king understood Eli Shan's intentions all too well. He glanced at the soldiers lying lifeless around him, their bodies completely sucked dry. Observing their empty husks, the king could feel just how torturous this death was, this was the worst-case scenario by which he wanted to die.

Seated on the ground, the king moved backward, using his hands to steady himself.

"No, please, don't," he pleaded.

In a swift and ominous turn of events, a dark domain materialized around the king, engulfing him entirely and devouring his life essence.

"No, no, no, no!" the king cried out in desperation. Yet, his struggles were in vain. How could he hope to overcome the overwhelming power of darkness? Despite his efforts, whether through physical resistance or by the use of various techniques, he found himself completely powerless against Eli Shan's formidable strength.

Gradually, the king's voice faded with time as his cultivation was devoured by Eli Shan.

"The peak of the origin realm is truly formidable," Eli Shan remarked, his aura intensifying as he approached the pinnacle of the fifth stage. Slowly, he broke his bottleneck of the fifth stage, easily entering the next realm.

"Now, I am officially at the sixth stage of the origin realm!" Eli Shan clenched his fist, his voice resonating with the excitement.

Huang Shan, brimming with pride for his son's achievement, placed a reassuring hand on Eli Shan's shoulder. However, amidst his joy, he offered a word of caution. "I won't inquire about what kind of technique this was and from where you got it," he began, his tone serious. "But remember, refrain from displaying it openly in front of others, and never resort to harming the innocent to increase your strength."

Eli Shan, determined to be transparent with his parents, nodded earnestly, ready to explain. "Father, it's not a technique but a unique innate ability of my body," he clarified. "It's as if I can wield it naturally, although even I don't know what kind of power is this."

Huang Shan nodded thoughtfully, "If that's the case, then it's good. However... until you are assured that there is no side effect, don't excessively use it, understood?"

Eli Shan nodded earnestly, "I understand, Father."

Satisfied by Eli Shan's response, Huang Shan smiled, "Very well. As for the matter of the king, I will speak with the emperor. Rest assured, no word of this incident will escape. I have some influence with the emperor, so it should be manageable."

Eli Shan's eyes gleamed with admiration at Huang Shan's connections, "Father, you are truly remarkable! You even have ties to the emperor!"

Huang Shan couldn't help but bask in his son's praise, a hint of smugness coloring his expression.

Yui Shan, witnessing the bond between father and son, smiled radiantly, cherishing the closeness they shared.

With a gesture, Huang Shan enveloped Eli Shan and Yui Shan with his power, and they vanished from the palace.

Once they distanced themselves from the palace, Huang Shan suppressed his cultivation once more and met Eli Shan's gaze which was silently saying, "Explain to me why you concealed your cultivation."

Huang Shan surveyed their surroundings and spotted an inn nearby. "Let's go there," he suggested, a hint of excitement in his voice. "I'll share everything over a meal. It's been too long since we've dined together."