Super Combat Soldier

Chapter 1983 - 1981: Ghost Light Ship

Black and White Impermanence!Two very mysterious brothers, whose origins are unknown. Who exactly are they?

Ye Tianchen didn’t know the origins of this pair of brothers known as Black and White Impermanence, nor did he know who they were. You could say he was familiar with them, yet they were strangers too. He wanted to trust them, but also to guard against them!

The reason to trust them is that the temperament of these two brothers, Black and White Impermanence, is similar to that of Ye Tianchen. They’re not the type to beat around the bush. However, the reason for mistrust is that these two undoubtedly have secrets. With secrets hidden within them, can Ye Tianchen truly trust someone he can’t comprehend? No one would dare to!

Now, as for who exactly these Black and White Impermanence brothers are, what secrets they hold, and why they appear here, Ye Tianchen was full of doubts. However, he knew it was not the time to seek answers to these questions. Time was pressing; Tian Boguang was still waiting for him to save him. In the current situation of the Corpse Mountain Blood Sea, it seemed to block his path. How could he afford to waste time here?!

"I say, you two, this Blood Sea can’t be swum across, nor can we fly over it from above. Are we just unable to get across then?" Ye Tianchen asked, somewhat displeased, looking at the two brothers of Black and White Impermanence.

"Well, theoretically, there’s no way. But, we two brothers have been researching here for many days and discovered a feasible method!" Black and White nodded and said.

"What method? I’m in a hurry and don’t have the time to waste!" Ye Tianchen said bluntly.

Wuchang walked to the edge of the Blood Sea, picked up an ordinary stone, and threw it into the Blood Sea. Instantly, a surge of overwhelming power swept up from within, chillingly sinister, reducing the stone to ashes. However, before Ye Tianchen could react, Wuchang threw a nearby bone into the Blood Sea. Surprisingly, the bones were not consumed by the Blood Sea nor fell into it, a sight truly astonishing!

"This... is really strange. Why weren’t these bones consumed by the Blood Sea, nor did they fall?" the Little Demon Bat Beast couldn’t help but ask.

"We don’t know the reason either. It’s likely that the formation of this Blood Sea incorporated some blood from these bones, resulting in this phenomenon!" Black and White shook their heads and said.

"In short, to cross this Blood Sea, we must rely on these bones. Otherwise, there’s no way to get through!" Wuchang nodded and said.

"Looks like you guys have already figured out a way, huh? Just say it straight, don’t beat around the bush, can you?" Ye Tianchen asked, looking at Black and White Impermanence.

Though the duo of Black and White Impermanence appeared straightforward, Ye Tianchen found, through prior encounters, they were somewhat tricky, especially when serious. If you didn’t approach them seriously, they’d just keep bantering!

"Alright, we need to build a Ghost Light Ship now!" Black and White said straightforwardly.

"A Ghost Light Ship?" Ye Tianchen asked in surprise.

"It’s simple. We take some bones from the nine Corpse Mountains, tie them together to form a ship, and hang a lamp emanating Divine Power at the ship’s bow to lead the way. This way, we should be able to cross this Blood Sea!" Wuchang spoke up.

"This... Ghost Light Ship? No way, that’s too insane. What if we fail? Wouldn’t we all fall into this Blood Sea, unable to survive?" the Little Demon Bat Beast exclaimed in shock.

As Ye Tianchen was about to speak, the Little Demon Bat suddenly jumped onto Ye Tianchen’s shoulder, insisting he stay away from the two brothers of Black and White Impermanence and speak only after moving aside. Ye Tianchen shook his head but obliged, moving to the side, while the two brothers of Black and White Impermanence merely glanced over without comment, seemingly just waiting.

"What’s your reason for not speaking directly and making me move away?" Ye Tianchen asked the Little Demon Bat Beast.

"Boss, I think we shouldn’t cross this Corpse Mountain Blood Sea. It’s too dangerous, really life-threatening, too terrifying!" the Little Demon Bat Beast said with a tearful face.

"It’s okay; if you’re scared, you can wait here for me. Nothing will happen!" Ye Tianchen comforted the Little Demon Bat Beast.

"It’s... Boss, do you think I, the Little Demon Bat Beast, am the type who only cares about saving myself? No, I’m worried about you! Do you even know what kind of existence the Ghost Light Ship is..." the Little Demon Bat Beast said, unable to sit still.

"The Ghost Light Ship is just a pile of bones formed into a ship with a lamp hanging at its bow, isn’t it? To us cultivators, bones and blood are nothing to fear, right?" Ye Tianchen shook his head with a laugh and said.

The Little Demon Bat Beast looked at the distant pair of Black and White Impermanence and, seeing they hadn’t approached, spoke: "Boss, there’s nothing inherently terrifying about the Ghost Light Ship. But do you know when it’s used? It’s when you must turn yourself into a ghost without a corporeal form to board it safely!"

"That eerie? Then, based on this logic, even if the Ghost Light Ship is built, I can’t step on it!" Ye Tianchen said in puzzlement.

"Not necessarily. The making and use of the Ghost Light Ship, throughout the Martial Arts World for millions of years, has only been documented once in history. That time was during the Mythical Era war, also witnessing such a Corpse Mountain Blood Sea scene. Countless powerful warriors were unable to pass and had to build a Ghost Light Ship. But when they crossed the Blood Sea on the ship, they mysteriously disappeared one by one, leaving behind just a drifting Ghost Light Ship, empty as it floated..." As the Little Demon Bat Beast recounted, chills ran down its spine at the thought of such a horrific scene.

"Is it really that eerie and horrifying?" Ye Tianchen frowned and asked.

"This place teeming with intense Yin Qi has always been the most terrifying, filled with mysteries and bizarre occurrences. A slight misstep could lead to inconceivable consequences, dying without understanding how. I think those two brothers definitely have issues. They might even plot against us on the Ghost Light Ship. We can’t trust them!" the Little Demon Bat Beast implored Ye Tianchen.

Ye Tianchen glanced at the Little Demon Bat Beast, then at the distant pair of Black and White Impermanence, smiling as he said: "I understand, but I must board this Ghost Light Ship, for I can’t stand idly by while my brothers die. We need to take a gamble!"

"Boss..." the Little Demon Bat Beast wanted to persuade further but was interrupted by Ye Tianchen.

"Enough, I understand. Once aboard, you stand on my shoulder. I’ll protect you with all my might; nothing will happen!" Ye Tianchen said sincerely.

When Ye Tianchen and the Little Demon Bat Beast went over, the brothers Black and White Impermanence had already constructed the Ghost Light Ship, which surprised Ye Tianchen, who chuckled and said: "You had this prepared in advance, waiting for me, didn’t you?"

"Haha, brother, to be honest, we’ve been researching this for a long time and just thought of this method to cross the Blood Sea when you arrived!" Black and White replied with a laugh.

"This is what they call destiny!" Wuchang added with a smile.

"So, we’re just missing a lamp now? How do we get it?" Ye Tianchen inquired after examining the completed Ghost Light Ship.

Black and White chuckled, waved a hand, and a bronze lamp appeared. It looked ancient, with only a wick but no oil. Just as Ye Tianchen was about to ask about the oil, Black went to the Blood Sea’s edge, squatted down, and scooped the blood into the bronze lamp. With a flick of his finger, a flame ignited inside, lighting the wick. However, the flame wasn’t very strong, appearing rather eerie and sinister, to the point that even the fearless Ye Tianchen felt an unsettling aura, sending chills down his spine!

The Ghost Light Ship was quickly completed, and ye Tianchen hadn’t even helped much. When he and the Little Demon Bat Beast approached, Black and White Impermanence had already finished the ship.

"Using blood as fuel for this bronze lamp, the light looks terrifying!" the Little Demon Bat Beast said in fear.

"This bronze lamp seems quite ancient!" Ye Tianchen remarked, observing the bronze lamp in Black’s hand with furrowed brows.

"Brother Ye has sharp eyes. This bronze lamp is said to be passed down from the Ancient Times, kept by me and my brother, and now it’s finally useful today!" Wuchang nodded and concurred.

Ye Tianchen nodded without saying a word, knowing the brothers Black and White Impermanence, though their Cultivation Realm wasn’t high, had many mysterious and elusive qualities. The Ghost Light Ship they built seemed premeditated, as if it awaited the arrival of Ye Tianchen, truly eerie and unpredictable!

"Since the Ghost Light Ship is ready, let’s begin crossing this Blood Sea!" Ye Tianchen said, looking around.

"Haha, no rush, we have to wait a bit longer!" Black chuckled and said.

"Why wait? What are we waiting for?" Ye Tianchen asked in confusion.

Wuchang glanced at Ye Tianchen and then, with a mysterious demeanor, said: "These nine Corpse Mountains and the singular Blood Sea are not simple. To cross the Blood Sea, one must wait for the right moment, and now is not the perfect time. Acting rashly won’t just fail our crossing but doom us to perish here!" (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you’re welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please access m.qidian.com for reading.)