Chapter 219 : The Wariness of the Nether Spring Sect Disciples
Chapter 219: The Wariness of the Nether Spring Sect Disciples
Some time later, the remaining four men dressed in black robes had gathered within a mountain valley.
One of the tall men looked at the other three and said, “Junior Brothers, have you all sensed that Junior Brother Li's soul aura has just disappeared?”
The other three nodded solemnly.
“Seventh Senior Brother, we already sensed it earlier. Junior Brother Li's soul vanished just now.
I strongly suspect that Junior Brother Li has most likely already perished.”
After hearing this, the man addressed as Seventh Senior Brother nodded.
“That's right. I think the same. However, based on the situation of this continent and the information we previously gathered, there shouldn't have been any powerful experts here. So how did Junior Brother Li end up dying?”
One of the black-robed men hesitated before saying,
“Seventh Senior Brother, could it be that the sects of this world still have some old monsters hidden away?
Those righteous cultivators often resort to such tricks. Those old ancestors clearly haven't died, yet they publicly announce that they've perished while secretly hiding within their sects, waiting to ambush people.”
After hearing this, Seventh Senior Brother hesitated slightly as well.
“That shouldn't be the case, should it? You all know the situation of this continent. The spiritual energy is rather thin. Reaching the Golden Core Realm is already quite an achievement.
Moreover, according to the information we've gathered over this period, the cultivation techniques of this continent are incomplete. Even if they wished to break through to higher realms, it should be impossible.”
Hearing this, the other three immediately fell silent.
Then one of the disciples seemed to think of something.
“Seventh Senior Brother, could it be that one of the great sects on this continent has used one of its hidden trump cards?”
Seventh Senior Brother immediately reacted.
“You mean that so-called Zhuxian Sword of the Qingyun Sect, the number one righteous sect?”
The man nodded.
“Exactly. That's what I'm referring to.
Previously, I learned from those so-called righteous and demonic cultivators that the Qingyun Sect has an exceptionally powerful female cultivator whose strength is extraordinary. In my estimation, she should also be an expert at the Golden Core Realm.
Furthermore, I've heard that the Qingyun Sect possesses an extremely powerful Zhuxian Sword. If that female cultivator were wielding the Zhuxian Sword, then it really would be possible for Junior Brother Li to have been killed.”
After hearing this, Seventh Senior Brother pondered for a moment before slowly nodding.
“Indeed, that's certainly possible.”
He then thought of the legendary Zhuxian Sword of the Qingyun Sect and immediately became interested.
“What level do you think that Zhuxian Sword actually is?
According to the natives of this continent, the Zhuxian Sword possesses incomparably terrifying power, far beyond that of ordinary magical treasures.”
The other three hesitated before saying,
“Seventh Senior Brother, do you think it could be a Nascent Soul-grade treasure?”
However, Seventh Senior Brother shook his head.
“I'm afraid it's even more formidable than a Nascent Soul-grade treasure.”
The black-robed disciple who had spoken earlier exclaimed in surprise,
“Senior Brother, don't tell me you think it's actually a Deity Transformation-grade treasure?”
Seventh Senior Brother's eyes immediately lit up.
“I strongly suspect that's exactly the case. Based on what the native cultivators of this continent have said, the enhancement provided by the Zhuxian Sword is simply too great. Therefore, it's far more likely to be a Deity Transformation-grade treasure.”
Upon hearing this, the other three disciples of the Nether Spring Sect were first shocked, then overjoyed.
“If it really is a Deity Transformation-grade treasure, then we've struck it rich!
On our continent, Deity Transformation Realm experts are already among the greatest powerhouses.
In the frontier region where our Nether Spring Sect is located, they're practically invincible.
If we can obtain a Deity Transformation-grade treasure and bring it back to our sect, it will count as an enormous contribution!”
Thinking of this, their eyes shone even brighter as they looked at Seventh Senior Brother.
“Seventh Senior Brother, what should we do now?”
Seventh Senior Brother pondered for a moment.
“If the opponent truly possesses a Deity Transformation-grade treasure, then combined with the amplification provided by a high-level Golden Core cultivator, we may not be strong enough to deal with that person right now.”
The black-robed junior disciples below hesitated.
“Senior Brother, that can't be, can it?
Our Ten Thousand Souls Banners are all already approaching one hundred thousand souls, and our own cultivation is close to the peak of the Golden Core Realm.
If we join forces, even a Nascent Soul expert would perish here. Are we really still unable to deal with the Qingyun Sect's so-called Zhuxian Sword?”
Seventh Senior Brother shook his head.
“We should be able to deal with it, but it isn't guaranteed. I suggest we strengthen ourselves further first.”
The black-robed disciples hesitated.
“Senior Brother, although our Ten Thousand Souls Banners are all extremely close to reaching one hundred thousand souls, completing the Hundred Thousand Souls Banner is no easy task. I'm afraid it can't be accomplished within a short period of time. Do you have another idea?”
Seventh Senior Brother immediately replied,
“Ordinary mortals naturally can't help us complete our Hundred Thousand Souls Banners quickly.
But what if they were all cultivators?”
The people below were slightly startled before exclaiming in surprise,
“Senior Brother, you're planning to target those cultivators directly?”
Seventh Senior Brother nodded.
“Exactly. I just discovered that those so-called righteous sects have already gathered a large number of cultivators. They're currently assembled at Floating Cloud Mountain, preparing to establish a temporary alliance to deal with the four of us.
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Since that's the case, why shouldn't we strike first?
If we can collect the living souls of those so-called righteous cultivators, our Ten Thousand Souls Banners are very likely to evolve into Hundred Thousand Souls Banners.
After all, the souls of cultivators are far superior to those of ordinary people.”
Upon hearing this, the eyes of the three men immediately lit up.
“Good! Good! Good! Hahaha! As expected, Seventh Senior Brother's idea is the best!”
They then said,
“In that case, let's head to Floating Cloud Mountain immediately and wipe out those righteous cultivators.”
The other three had no objections whatsoever.
Without further delay, their figures flashed as they sped toward the so-called Floating Cloud Mountain.
The following morning, Lu Xueqi slowly awoke from her room.
After sensing the condition of her body, she nodded in satisfaction.
She had rested extremely well last night. (For an exhilarating reading experience, visit!)
Although she had just fought a battle the previous night, that so-called Li Yong possessed only that much strength and had posed no threat to Lu Xueqi whatsoever.
She had defeated him with only two attacks, so it had required very little effort.
Afterward, Lu Xueqi had returned directly to rest, leaving her in exceptionally good spirits today.
Looking at the golden rope now coiled around her wrist, Lu Xueqi recalled the terrifying restraining power the Immortal Binding Rope had displayed the previous night and became slightly absent-minded.
Then, the scene of the Immortal Binding Rope restraining the black-clothed man last night instantly appeared in her mind.
At that very moment, her Heaven-Defying Comprehension came into play.
Within a short period of time, she actually comprehended certain aspects of the Dao of Restraint.
These methods were incomparably powerful.
Not only could they seal another person's magical power,
they could also seal the Nascent Soul,
and even suppress magical treasures.
After fully comprehending these principles, Lu Xueqi felt that everything in existence could be restrained.
After gaining insight into a portion of the Dao of Restraint contained within the Immortal Binding Rope, Lu Xueqi was secretly delighted.
Just then, a knock suddenly sounded at her door.
“Junior Sister Lu, are you awake? It's getting late. We should set out now.”
Lu Xueqi finally returned to her senses.
Hearing the knocking outside, she immediately realized that Xiao Yicai had come to find her.
She glanced at the sun and discovered that she had spent quite a long time comprehending the Dao of Restraint contained within the Immortal Binding Rope.
She called out,
“Please wait a moment, Senior Brother. I'll be right there.”