Chapter 381: A Bounty of Rewards

The Dual-Pupiled One was slain just like that, leaving the crowd as still as clay and wooden statues. The battle between the two Shi’s had finally determined who was stronger—this long-anticipated clash had reached its conclusion! Yet when the moment truly arrived, it plunged everyone into a brief silence. All were utterly shocked. The mighty Dual-Pupiled One had been killed in such a manner. In ancient times, the Dual Pupils were hailed as an invincible myth, an existence no one in this world could slay. Yet today, that myth was shattered.

“Boom!” The battlefield erupted into chaos, a cacophony of voices surging like tidal waves, sweeping in all directions.

“Wait—something’s not right! There’s still an eyeball left, glowing with radiance!” someone exclaimed in astonishment, drawing the attention of many.

In the gray-brown coliseum, a single eyeball rolled before transforming into a streak of lightning, hurtling toward Shi Hao. It exploded with dazzling brilliance, sending out a resounding “bang!”

At that moment, countless symbols flickered, and a rain of radiant light scattered as if piercing through the void. Shi Hao let out a muffled groan as a bloody hole was torn through his body.

The crowd shuddered. Little Stone’s physical prowess was legendary—even he had been pierced, blood gushing forth. The sheer terror of this strike was undeniable. Even in death, the remnants of the Dual-Pupiled One’s power were astonishing.

With this, the battle truly concluded. Shi Yi had been slain, vanishing from the Sky Battlefield, his blood staining the gray-brown coliseum—nothing else remained.

After a brief silence, the Sky Battlefield erupted into noise once more. News spread rapidly in all directions. Many had been unable to witness the battle firsthand, and now that it was over, the shockwaves were inevitable.

Indeed, the Void God Realm trembled, and the world was shaken. Sects and factions were left in awe.

“Heavens! Shi Yi, the so-called ‘Heaven-Sent Divine Being,’ has been slain? Is this real? He was the Dual-Pupiled One!”

“It’s hard to believe. Shi Yi, enveloped in divine radiance, has fallen. The entire Barren Territory will quake—a mythic youth has perished.”

“In the end, it was Little Stone who emerged victorious. This is his era now. He has embarked on a path of unrivaled glory, destined to rise with unstoppable force, crushing all enemies in his wake!”

The Void God Realm was in an uproar, and the shock reverberated in all directions. When the news reached the real world, it caused a sensation across several ancient kingdoms. After all, not everyone had entered the Void God Realm, and such astonishing tidings swept through like a hurricane.

There was no denying it—this battle had captured the attention of countless. If not the entire world, then nearly so. Every corner of the Barren Territory buzzed with discussion—the clash of the two Shi’s had shaken the heavens!

In truth, even as the news spread like wildfire, the Sky Battlefield was far from peaceful. Turmoil still raged, and it was intense.

The gray-brown battlefield, forged from celestial meteorites and inscribed with divine and demonic runes, now stood with only a single youth upon it—bloodied and grievously wounded, yet none dared underestimate him. All gazed upon him with reverence.

The strongest youth of the Barren Territory had been decided—this was a truly invincible young man. His future was boundless. Even the undefeated myth, the Dual-Pupiled One, had fallen to his blade. What heights would he reach? No one could say for certain.

“Daring to disrupt the Sky Battlefield in my presence—do you truly have no regard for your lives?” The Domain Enforcer unleashed his divine wrath, his fury immense.

He descended upon the Demon Spirit Lake’s territory, his massive hand stretching out to cover an entire area. A group of people screamed in terror, unable to resist, trembling uncontrollably.

“Boom!”

With a single hand blotting out the sky, the Domain Enforcer’s colossal palm seized the group before slowly closing—like a mountain pressing down.

“Pop!”

They burst apart, reduced to clouds of blood mist, utterly obliterated within that azure grasp. These were the very experts who had earlier combined their strength to summon the golden spider hairs—all were annihilated.

The Golden Spider’s expression darkened. In human form, veins bulged on his forehead, his eyes bloodshot, fists clenched—yet in the end, he could only suppress his rage. To act recklessly here would mean his own death.

The Domain Enforcer was a manifestation of the Void God Realm’s will, overseeing this sacred land with absolute authority. Who would dare defy him? To do so invited certain doom.

In the past, there had indeed been those who dared challenge him—but the Golden Spider was not among them. He lacked such audacity.

The Domain Enforcer swept his cold gaze over the crowd. Not only had two Sky Battlefields been destroyed, but some had even dared to interfere with the battle—this enraged him.

Yet, in the end, he found no trace of the Sky-Suppressing Sect’s involvement. Their forbidden artifact was too elusive, leaving no detectable traces.

Perhaps only Shi Hao himself could confirm the truth—that the attack had come from the direction of the Flower-Cherishing Matriarch. He had felt it firsthand.

Standing silently in the gray-brown coliseum, Shi Hao regulated his breathing, tending to his wounds. This battle had exacted a heavy toll—he was nearly crippled.

It had been the most grueling fight of his life. Had Shi Yi persisted in using his Dual Pupils to their fullest, the struggle would have been even more brutal, with far more blood spilled.

In truth, many felt regret—especially the revered elders. They had hoped to witness the Dual Pupils’ supreme mysteries, to see just how breathtaking they could be.

Since ancient times, legends spoke of the Dual Pupils’ unparalleled ultimate power—those who faced it never survived, shrouding it in mystery.

Today, they had finally had the chance to witness it—yet Shi Yi had not lived long enough to unleash it. A true pity.

Shi Hao remained still for a long while before finally sitting down cross-legged. His injuries were too severe—he had not dared move recklessly earlier, fearing ambush. Only now did he feel somewhat recovered.

His body radiated light as his wounds rapidly healed, his bones reconnecting. Yet, lacking the Dual Pupils’ “Creation” talent, he could not fully recover instantly—only temporarily mend himself.

Slaying Shi Yi had cost him dearly—at least eight or nine bones were fractured, and his organs bore cracks. He needed rest.

Yet, his vitality was astonishing. Soon, his blood energy surged like rivers and seas, enveloping his body in a radiant glow.

“This is unbelievable! His physical resilience is monstrous. If not for his bones needing time to heal, he’d almost be fully recovered!” The onlookers were dumbfounded.

The Sky Battlefield was already in an uproar—some rejoiced, others wore grim expressions, and a few even muttered curses. Reactions varied.

“He chose the Supreme Bone, only to be utterly countered. He never even got to display the Dual Pupils’ ultimate power—Yi’er died unjustly!” Shi Yi’s uncles wept bitterly. To them, the death of this god-like youth was like the collapse of the heavens—all hope was lost.

Elsewhere, the Golden Spider remained silent, his face dark. This was no mere “failed gamble”—the losses were catastrophic.

He had ordered the use of their ancestral artifact, only for dozens of his kin to perish, leaving a gaping void behind him. A storm of suppressed fury brewed within.

“Brother Golden Spider, is your invitation still valid?” mocked a rival elder.

“Hmph!” The Golden Spider snorted. Before the battle, he had sent out invitations, summoning elders from the Ancient Divine Mountains for a celebration, certain of Shi Yi’s victory.

Now, the outcome was a slap to his own face—his peers’ gazes burned with humiliation.

“Look—what’s that in the sky? A divine object is descending!” someone cried out.

The heavens shimmered with radiant light as a luminous sphere descended.

“Rewards! These are the Void God Realm’s divine treasures. All who ascend the Sky Battlefield receive generous gifts—let alone the victor!”

Simultaneously, crystal-clear stone tablets materialized across the Void God Realm, inscribed with glowing characters, announcing the events to the world.

“It’s… fragments of the Bronze Book! Again, such a rare treasure!” The crowd’s eyes burned with greed—even the revered elders fixed their gazes ahead.

Then, jaws dropped. Indeed, it was the Bronze Divine Book—three fragments at once! Such a sight was maddening—this was a priceless treasure of techniques!

Shi Hao had already obtained five fragments before. Now, with these three, he possessed eight in total.

Previously, ten had seemed a distant dream—but now, it was within reach!

“The Bronze Treasure Book—when all ten fragments are gathered, it is said to reveal an ultimate ancient technique, possibly left behind by one of the Ten Calamities, or at least second only to them. Just thinking about it is awe-inspiring!”

This declaration sent another wave of shock through the crowd.

Shi Hao was elated. The battle had been arduous, but the rewards were worth it. As he stood, his body swayed unsteadily—his injuries were severe, and full recovery would take time.

Gently tracing the three bronze fragments, their rough texture and faint luster filled him with delight. They represented an ultimate technique.

“Originally, you were to receive only two. The third belonged to Shi Yi, but he fell in battle,” the Domain Enforcer explained.

Even he was astonished. The battle had shaken heaven and earth—two youths had destroyed two Sky Battlefields. The Void God Realm’s lavish rewards were a testament to its impact.

Silence fell over the battlefield as discussions gradually ceased. Greedy eyes locked onto Shi Hao—some openly covetous.

With Shi Hao severely wounded, this was a prime opportunity. He now held eight Bronze Book fragments—a veritable divine treasure trove. The temptation to act was overwhelming.

“This might be our chance. He’s gravely injured—if a few elders strike, he won’t survive!” someone whispered.

“Is it my turn now?” murmured a youth wreathed in divine flames, his crimson eyes flickering with killing intent. The very sky trembled at his presence.

Behind him, several pure-blooded creatures shuddered, not daring to speak. They knew—a storm of unimaginable scale was about to erupt.

“Miss, be careful! That person has appeared!” the Flower-Cherishing Matriarch warned urgently.

The Moon Fairy’s heart stirred. Glancing in a certain direction, her flawless jade-like face flickered with surprise. With a graceful motion, she vanished.

…Chaos was about to engulf this place. Not only had prodigies from beyond this realm appeared, but revered elders were also preparing to strike.

“The Bronze Treasure Book has descended—a sign of divine fortune, embodying the world’s great destiny. It is worth seizing,” the Golden Spider muttered, murderous intent flashing across his face. Now was the time to act—no longer an interference in the battle.

At that moment, he glanced toward his allies, only to find many elders already tempted, their eyes alight with fervor.

“Elder Zhong, find a way to strike. We cannot let the Bronze Book fall into that youth’s hands. He rejected our sect—our paths diverge. In the future, he will surely be a formidable enemy!” the Flower-Cherishing Matriarch urged via secret transmission, her eyes glinting with malice.

Standing in the coliseum, Shi Hao sensed the hostile auras around him—yet he felt no fear. His eyes gleamed coldly. If anyone dared act, he would not hesitate to unleash slaughter!