Ace Of Terrans

Shi Lang had just proposed to the Phantom Cat that he wanted to enter there realm and hunt down the creature that was manipulating the scene from the shadows. He had came a long way to go back empty handed and after finding out the opponent. This was an opportunity that was just too big of a chance to let it go.

The phantom cat was really shocked, it had no idea what to do. Shi Lang sensed the hesitation inside the heart of the spirit beast and said, "If you do not wish to get rid of that creature, than just go back to your world, otherwise, I would have to kill you."

Shi Lang took out his sword and then stood in a distance silently. He watched the phantom cats sitting on the edge of the wall. Behind Shi Lang in the distance, many villagers were peeking at the situation while shivering in fear. They had never seen something like this, and around Shi Lang, the wind seemed to have become a sword itself.

The phantom cats saw the wind circling around the human as if a tornado. Shi Lang said, "I will give you one last chance to think about it."

His eyes flashed with a tint of red and the Phantom Cats were sent into the world of pain and trauma. They growled and meowed in pain. The villagers were shocked and their faces were pale as they shivered from witnessing Shi Lang's capabilities.

The Phantom cats were in pain even before Shi Lang made a move. The Terran had placed them under a strong illusion, the Phantom Cats were scared of him and his request confused them as well. These spirit beasts were known for their prowess over illusion. They did not expect a human to create an illusion over them.

The attack took them by surprise and so they were surprised. After a few minutes, Shi Lang snapped his fingers and the illusion wore off. He gave the Phantom cats a few minutes to recollect themselves. Then he asked, "What is your final decision?"

A soft voice echoed in her mind, "How come you have comprehended the Dao of Illusion?"

Shi Lang did not answer, in his mind a light bulb has gone off. Earlier when he used to fight with people in the outer sect, he has confirmed that the golden lotus in his Dantian was something that increased his command over some Dao Laws. However, he did not expect it to work with his illusion as well.

Shi Lang replied, "That is none of your concerns, just tell me what is your decision."

He flicked his sword and a ravine appeared on the ground. The Phantom Cat said, "We are willing to help you but if you promise to take us under your care."

Shi Lang pursed his lips and then said, "If you are willing to work along with my people and enter a spirit bond."

Unexpectedly, the Phantom Cat leader nodded. Shi Lang snapped his fingers and the barrier around the well came undone. He slowly approached the well, and said, "Lead me over."

The spirit beast asked, "Do you trust us that much?"

Shi Lang shook his head and replied, "No, I trust my skills to kill you if you tried anything funny."

The beasts then retreated inside the well, and Shi Lang jumped in with golden lightning surrounding him. After counting the seconds it took him two minutes to reach the bottom where he sensed strong spatial fluctuation. He heard a voice in his mind, "It's this way."

Shi Lang allowed the spatial tunnel to suck him inside and he vanished from the place.

...

In the sky, Lou Shin was watching him vanish and she was sighing loudly. She mumbled, "You better come back safe. Or Holy Elder will go on a killing spree."

She was very anxious at the moment.

...

Shi Lang was sucked in and then he appeared in a world that seemed to be devoid of spiritual energy, and he stood before hundreds of Phantom Cats. He looked around and found that the ground was grey in color, and so was the sky. The Phantom cat at the forefront of the group said, "Welcome to the Bridge Plane. I am Katar."

Shi Lang nodded and said, "My name is Shi Lang. Why do you call this place the Bridge Realm?"

Katar replied, "This place connects ten thousand realms to the Immortal Continent. Thus the name Bridge Realm."

Shi Lang nodded in understanding and remarked, "That explains the lack of spiritual energy."

Katar said, "The one who controls us at the moment is a ghostly creature. It belongs to the mystical race of Cosmic Ghost. They thrive on the spatial laws and if compared to humans, that thing is called the Ghost King. Are you sure you wish to fight against it?"

Shi Lang shrugged his shoulders and said, "So, here is what I have in mind..."

After a few moments, the leading cat exchanged gazes with all the spirit beasts behind it and nodded. Then they led Shi Lang towards a black line in the distance which could be seen as the horizon. Shi Lang tried to memorize his way behind the cats but it was useless.

Shi Lang asked, "How can you move through this plane?"

Katar was beside him, and replied, "The spatial vibrations of every realm is different, the deviation is minute, but if you can tune yourself to sense it, you will be able to get through it."

Shi Lang nodded and asked, "Where are we headed?"

Katar replied, "We are heading to the Cosmic World."

He stopped in his tracks and asked, "Are you kidding me? Do I look strong enough to handle an entire world?"

Katar shook her head and said, "You only need to kill the creature responsible for watching that particular exit. The cosmic ghosts race is only strong when it comes to illusions and possessions. They have no real capabilities to attack and that's why they have been searching for Cultivators to possess them. This is how they live."

Shi Lang clenched the hilt of his sword very tightly and said, "They sound very similar to parasites."

Katar nodded, and they continued the journey, while Shi Lang read the information regarding the Cosmic ghosts and then smiled behind his mask. He noticed a few cats in the front of the group were starting to vanish into a space ripple and he asked, "There is some change in the plan. I will kill those cosmic ghosts...."

Katar heard the plan and the shock of her mind could be seen through her eyes. The beast nodded and they all gradually crossed the space ripple.

...

Shi Lang had a dazed expression on his face, and his mask was gone. Katar was sitting on his shoulder given her small size she could fit their with ease. She let out a growl and Shi Lang walked ahead.

The scenery had changed, the ground was filled with black grass-like plant, while the sky was lit up with bright cluster of stars. The sky was so beautiful that it if one died with such a view being the last thing they see, half of their regrets would vanish.

Shi Lang moved with a dazed look and he found that apart from the landscape he could not sense anything else. Katar had told him not to use his spiritual communication, or the Cosmic Ghost will find out.

A few moments later, he heard an eerie voice, "What do we have here, finally, your bunch of animals have done a good thing."

The temperature of the surroundings dropped and Shi Lang spotted a black figure, as dark as the night sky standing before him. The figure was akin to a skeleton, the negativity that Shi Lang sensed from this being almost caused him to lose control and go on a killing spree.

However, he controlled himself and Katar said, "Master, this person dwelled into the village we have been watching all this time."

The ghost extended its finger and then placed it under Shi Lang's chin as it asked in a hoarse voice, "Hmmm, you did good, this person is a cultivator, and he seems to be strong. I will be able to walk the prosperous world of humans now, hahahaha."

Katar shivered and then said, "Master, this person is an alchemist. If you take him as your vessel, you will gain his skills. Then who in this world would be your rival?"

The ghost turned its head to look at the cat with hollow eyes and asked, "How do you know he is an alchemist?"

Katar replied, "I saw him doing so in the illusion. Even now, he is refining a pill, however, I also saw a scene where his master said that if he is ever taken hostage by any race who could possess his mind, then the skill in his mind will vanish."

The ghost snorted and said, "Won't we know if we try it?"

Katar shook her head and said, "Master, if you take a gamble and his brain is damaged, it would be a great loss. I thought of something but I do not know if I should suggest this method to you."

The ghost snorted forcefully, and said, "Had you spoken like this before, I would have stewed you alive. However, today, I am in a good mood. Hahaha, tell me what is your idea?"

Katar said, "Master, how about you observe him refine pills for you in reality? You can learn his skills and then possess him."

The creature was silent for a few minutes before he said, "Marvelous, good idea. Arrange for him to refine pills for me."

The ghost did not know what he did would be his everlasting regret.