Chapter 755 - 750: A Moment of Life and Death
"RUMBLE!!!"
At that moment, a violent roar accompanied by endless illusionary colors drowned Lü Yang, so much so that the entire pagoda formed by the Nourishing Life Master trembled slightly.
Lü Yang’s figure was instantly swallowed by the light.
Mu Changsheng, however, felt excruciating pain in his ears. Even with his full power, he couldn’t completely defend against it, and blood trickled from both sides.
Meanwhile, World Purger Fei Xue and the True Monarch of Contained Light and Floating Heaven, who had been about to make a move, both took a step back, a hint of astonishment in their eyes.
They were all Saint Sect True Monarchs; they knew each other well.
’Interesting... Has that mysterious Perfected Lord cultivating the Dharma Body been schemed against by [Ang Xiao]? Did [Ang Xiao] make a deal with Gangxing and the Old Dragon Monarch long ago?’
Endless illusionary colors intertwined, forming a storm of destruction powerful enough to annihilate any Profound Mysterious image. Even an Ancient Golden Core cultivator cultivating a Dharma Body would be utterly obliterated without a trace under the combined assault of three First-class True Monarchs. Even if it were World Purger Fei Xue, falling into such a predicament would likely mean awaiting death and reincarnation.
’So... he’s a dead man?’
’No, that’s not right!’
The next second, World Purger Fei Xue smiled.
The illusionary colors dissipated, revealing a slender figure. His robes were torn to shreds, presenting a wretched sight, and his entire body was almost completely covered in blood.
But he wasn’t dead.
At this moment, everyone except World Purger Fei Xue was shocked. Even [Ang Xiao], the mastermind behind the plot, couldn’t hide his surprise.
’How is he not dead?!’
’This shouldn’t be possible. I’ve tested that [Rebirth Appearance] many times before. I know its approximate limits; there’s no way it could have withstood that blow!’
’What went wrong?’
For a moment, [Ang Xiao] couldn’t figure it out. He could only watch as Lü Yang straightened his back, his chilling gaze sweeping over the three who had just ambushed him.
At the same time, an image of clear water continuously flowed from the wounds all over his body, nourishing his cracked form which looked as if it could shatter at any moment. This slightly improved his condition, and the sight finally made [Ang Xiao] realize the key detail.
’[Fruit of Spring Water]!’
At this moment, [Ang Xiao]’s heart was filled with astonishment. ’It’s Suo Huan! During my Combat with him at the Immortal Pivot, he manifested the [Fruit of Spring Water] Fruit Position!’
If that were all, it would be nothing special.
’The problem is... I didn’t even think of this person, Suo Huan, beforehand!’
"...What did you do?"
Under [Ang Xiao]’s astonished gaze, the corners of Lü Yang’s mouth curved up slightly. The cracks instantly spread to his cheeks, his blood-stained smile appearing all the more ferocious.
In the end, it was his habit of keeping a trump card that had saved his life at the most critical moment. Why hadn’t [Ang Xiao] thought of Suo Huan when laying his trap? The reason was simple: Progenitor Tingyou, Demon-Vanquishing Perfected, and Suo Huan were his hidden cards, and he had long since found a way to conceal them.
[Night Exorcism]!
The effect of this Profound Mysterious was to "hide." It could obscure Karma Links and conceal important things. Lü Yang had used this Profound Mysterious to hide all of them!
Furthermore, the Righteous Banner had already been cleansed by the [Centome].
Without cause or effect, they were difficult to trace, which maximized the effect of [Night Exorcism] and allowed him to successfully deceive [Ang Xiao]’s Dharma Eye!
And just now, it was Suo Huan who had made the difference.
The fundamental Profound Mysterious of the [Fruit of Spring Water], Shared Drink!
This Profound Mysterious, just like [Rebirth Appearance], could transfer Lü Yang’s injuries away out of thin air, even across vast distances, as long as a mark had been placed in advance.
’Besides, I haven’t been wasting my time these past three months in the [Nourishing Life Master]. The Progenitor’s and Master Demon-Vanquishing Perfected’s Fruit Positions are special, with no corresponding Fruit Position Books, but Fellow Daoist Suo Huan is different. The [Fruit of Spring Water] isn’t some Supreme Fruit Position. After I got it, I had him study it countless times!’
Thanks to this, Suo Huan’s Cultivation had improved significantly.
’Also, [True Monarch Gangxing] didn’t use his full power. If that Slash of his had carried the Great True Monarch Position, I would have been a dead man for sure.’
But this was also to be expected.
After all, [Ang Xiao] was still there, watching like a tiger stalking its prey. [True Monarch Gangxing] would inevitably save his killing blow for the enemy he perceived as stronger.
In any case, the result was clear.
Influenced by multiple factors, although Lü Yang was severely injured and Suo Huan’s Dharma Body had collapsed to the point his soul nearly dispersed, he had ultimately survived.
Moreover, because it had absorbed too many injuries,
the [Tribulation Evil Profound Light] brewing within the [Rebirth Appearance] had reached an unprecedented intensity, almost to the point of overflowing!
’Now, it’s my turn to counter-attack!’
The next second, Lü Yang’s gaze swept his surroundings, skipping right over [Ang Xiao]... For a Saint Sect True Monarch, grudges were never the main point.
’[Ang Xiao] has already suffered from the [Tribulation Evil Profound Light] before. Although this blow is stronger than the one he’s seen, the effect might not be that great. More importantly... even if I injure him, I gain nothing aside from letting off some steam. The loss would outweigh the gain.’
’As for the Old Dragon Monarch, it’s even more pointless.’
Then, there was only one answer.
With this thought, Lü Yang formed a Daoist Hand Seal. A speck of dim color appeared at his fingertip, swelled in the wind, and instantly locked onto [True Monarch Gangxing]!
In an instant, [True Monarch Gangxing]’s expression changed slightly.
This was because the [Tribulation Evil Profound Light] seemed to be surprisingly effective against him, to the point that it triggered the hidden weakness from when he had performed three consecutive Slashes to claim the Supreme Fruit Position Book!
And yet, he couldn’t block it!
The [Tribulation Evil Profound Light] locked onto his true body through karmic links—effect before cause. The only way to break it was to raise his Position again.
’What should I do?’
[True Monarch Gangxing] was faced with a choice, but he quickly made a decision. He had seen what [Ang Xiao] and the Old Dragon Monarch were doing while he was in peril.
One was a beast, the other a true beast. Right now, neither of them gave a damn about him or made any attempt to help. Instead, they were both mustering their mana to continue attacking Lü Yang. Under these circumstances, he couldn’t possibly expect anyone to help him dispel the [Tribulation Evil Profound Light]. He could only rely on himself; there was no other way.
"BOOM!"
The next second, [True Monarch Gangxing]’s Qi trace surged. He unleashed another Slash, and the brilliant Sword Light instantly split the descending dim color in two.
However, that was all.
After annihilating the [Tribulation Evil Profound Light], [True Monarch Gangxing] immediately retracted his Qi trace, minimizing the damage caused by raising his Position.
But even so, he still spat out a mouthful of blood.
After four consecutive Slashes, his once-ruddy face had turned a deathly pale white. His body swayed, and even his breath carried the stench of blood.
Seeing this, Lü Yang grinned.
’As expected, these people are not united!’
’Even the Old Dragon Monarch has a rift with [True Monarch Gangxing]. So, rather than protecting him, he’s more focused on killing me right now.’
’After all, [True Monarch Gangxing] still needs him, whereas this attack has made me his mortal enemy. He would rather slightly offend [True Monarch Gangxing] to eliminate me completely and prevent future trouble... This old bastard, when he decides to be ruthless, he’s absolutely atrocious!’
As he was thinking, the attacks had already descended.
The Old Dragon Monarch opened his blood-red maw. The Magic, [Heaven and Earth Calm Dragon Tooth], descended like a guillotine, about to bite off half of Lü Yang’s body.
On the other side, [Ang Xiao] also struck again.
The terrifying Veil of the Trees fell, aiming to cloud Lü Yang’s consciousness and extinguish his will to resist.
’[Seeing Myself Immortal Technique]!’
’[Holding Candle]!’
Lü Yang formed a Daoist Hand Seal. A bright light flashed in his Spiritual Space. In coordination with the [Fruit of Lamp-Cover Fire] Profound Mysterious, he forcibly dispelled most of the effects of the Veil of the Trees.
However, even so, his thoughts still slowed down.
This was [Ang Xiao]’s full power!
It was a Supreme Fruit Position Profound Mysterious to begin with, and [Ang Xiao] had elevated it to the Supreme Domain. Had any ordinary Perfected Lord been here, they would have started drooling long ago!
The next second, the dragon’s teeth bit down!
At this moment, the [Rebirth Appearance] had not yet recovered, and the [Fruit of Spring Water] was unusable due to Suo Huan’s severe injuries. The shadow of death had still not receded.
A moment of life and death!