Chapter 1340 - 1335: Breaking the Formation
"Brother Lin, this..." Mu Qiu and the others asked in astonishment.
"It's that serpent demon." The complex expression in Lin Chuan's eyes hadn't faded.
The group fell silent, their eyes reflecting even more amazement.
Behind them, a hundred meters away, Jing Tian's gaze had also become serious.
Under the Rain Abyss, there was a serpent demon, and now it seemed that the previous green beam of light was emitted by that serpent demon.
"This is the serpent demon, how can its strength be so formidable?" In the forest ahead, there was movement again. Murong Xue appeared, covered in filth and bearing several scars. Evidently, the previous terrifying impact had injured him quite seriously.
"That was the master mentioned by the Light and Shadow Monkey, which guards the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit. It seems this is our opportunity..." Lin Chuan glanced into the forest depths and then spoke softly.
"Oh, what do you mean, Brother Lin?" Mu Qiu asked.
"That Light and Shadow Monkey is its subordinate. Despite being heavily injured by us, the serpent demon didn't get angry but took it away, indicating it can't leave or is currently at a critical moment. So if we proceed now, it will be beneficial to us!" Lin Chuan explained to the group.
"Brother Lin's words are indeed wise, but we've also seen the might of the serpent demon, and now I doubt whether we can obtain the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit," Murong Xue said, his eyes flashing with a peculiar light.
"There's no need to worry. Since I dared to come, I must be prepared. Moreover, our Sun Moon Star Light Array might not kill the serpent demon, but it can trap it. Once we acquire the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, we'll withdraw!" Lin Chuan answered resolutely.
"Everyone, we've come this far; leaving without entering would leave us regretful. We must eliminate the Ghost Gate completely; they are the biggest impediment." Seeing the group's hesitation, Lin Chuan spoke.
His words seemed to boost everyone's spirits.
"Alright! We've come this far, retreat would be too regrettable!" Mu Qiu declared.
"Indeed, if we acquire the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, we can break through to the pinnacle of the Yellow-Rank later stage, which will elevate our status in the sect!" Luo Feng said, his eyes filled with expectation.
"Good! In that case, let's proceed. It shouldn't be far now." Lin Chuan finished speaking and then moved forward.
Mu Qiu and Luo Feng followed, Murong Xue's eyes flickered with a strange light before he joined them. After Lin Chuan and the others departed, Jing Tian emerged from the forest behind.
"That Lin Chuan is quite something, and Murong Xue seems unusual too! I wonder if they've noticed my presence as I follow them..." Jing Tian murmured softly, then moved forward as well.
The four headed up the mountain, walking for nearly an hour. Lin Chuan and the others showed no sign of fatigue, instead carrying a heavy expression.
Because during their journey, they hadn't encountered any demon beasts.
Yet this didn't ease their mood; on the contrary, their feelings grew heavier. This place was enveloped in a mysterious aura, pressing down on them.
"Thump thump thump..." An odd sound came, and the group halted. Ahead was a vast space.
There were steps leading up, and at the top was a verdant pool. Mu Qiu, Murong Xue, and Luo Feng's faces grew tense.
Lin Chuan showed a fiery gaze, step up the stairs first. Standing there, he took in the scene again.
The pool, approximately a thousand feet in size, had at its center a rock formation. On it stood a dazzling plant pearl. Even from the thousand-foot distance, Lin Chuan could smell its fragrance. His expression gradually grew excited.
"That is... the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit..." Mu Qiu and the others joined him.
The group stood by the lake, eyes fixed on the brilliant Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit. Their tension was slowly replaced by excitement. The Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, a sacred item capable of altering a cultivator's physique! Across time, it has been the dream of countless cultivators; who would've thought they'd find it here.
The three's eyes filled with intense desire, but Lin Chuan knew the fruit was meant to restore Zhang Wenhui's true form, not something to share with them.
On the gentle green glow of the pool, a plant pearl with nine sparkling red fruits held a delicate fragrance on the lake surface.
"Brother Lin, is this... the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit?!" Luo Feng licked his lips, his eyes shining.
"Everyone, I must clarify, it's essential for me." Lin Chuan turned to them, smiling slightly.
"Haha... Brother Lin, we were overthinking earlier; please don't take offense!" Murong Xue stood out and said.
Lin Chuan's eyes flashed with an unusual color, but it quickly faded away.
"Of course not, but although the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit is right before us, it has not yet fallen into our hands. Therefore, a tough battle lies ahead! At that time, everyone must give their all! You all have only one chance. In a moment, I'll go pluck the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, and then you set up the formation; that Snake Demon will surely appear. Remember, do not linger in battle. Once I've picked the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, we retreat quickly!" Lin Chuan explained the situation clearly in just a few words.
"Alright!" Mu Qiu and the others nodded. At this moment, Lin Chuan's figure unfolded and he dashed towards the lake, followed by Mu Qiu and the others moving as well. On the other side of the lake, a large pitch-black cave flickered with soft green light.
Lin Chuan's figure was swift, approaching the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit in an instant. Then, instead of picking it immediately, he swung his spear. The silver light blade slashed towards the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, and at that moment, a green light flew out from the nearby giant black cave, blocking Lin Chuan's blow.
"How dare you..." At this moment, a shout echoed. This voice, unlike that of the previous Spiritual Monkey, was much more gentle, but within this gentleness, a chilling sound spread.
Immediately, a massive green figure appeared.
"Formation!" At this moment, Mu Qiu shouted loudly. On the lake surface, tremendous energy waves extended. A cold-colored light barrier manifested on the water, imprisoning the green figure within. As the lake's battle commenced, Jing Tian had also reached the steps below.
What he saw matched the intensity felt by Mu Qiu and the others before. Within the cold light and shadow, the green figure manifested.
Lin Chuan's expression changed. He saw that the green figure was actually a giant serpent.
"Haha... You think this can trap my king..." A gentle laugh echoed, the voice devoid of coldness, yet tinkling like silver bells, easily penetrating one's heart.
"Boom!" Subsequently, a loud explosion spread, and the light and shadow blasted apart.
On the other side, Lin Chuan's expression suddenly changed while picking the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit, his body whirled, a silver light flashed.
On the lake surface, waves surged. Seeing their large formation destroyed so easily, Mu Qiu and the others' faces showed not only disbelief but also intense fear.
"Silver Dragon Roar!" Lin Chuan's body arrived in an instant, the silver light blade charging out like a giant dragon.
On the lake surface, water waves rocked as silver light blades pierced towards the green demon serpent.
The serpent demon's huge body shook, emitting soft green light that repelled Lin Chuan's silver gun glimmers.
"Everyone, attack with all your strength now!" Lin Chuan's eyes flashed with cold light, he thrust his spear directly at the demon serpent. Seeing Lin Chuan act, the others relaxed slightly, taking out their magical weapons and rushing forward. The lake surface was tempestuous, echoing with loud sounds.
As Mu Qiu and the others advanced, blue and purple lights intertwined, each unleashing their strongest attacks in the fierce battle against the serpent demon.
Jing Tian hid in the corner watching, his heart showing shock at what transpired on the lake.
The serpent demon's enormous silhouette appeared agile, its body's trembling firing streams of green light towards the crowd. Lin Chuan charged at the forefront, with Mu Qiu and the others following closely.
"Limitless Blaze!" Murong Xue swung a blade, unleashing fierce flames that surrounded the serpent demon.
Just as the fiery blaze burned wildly, faint green light shimmered, and before long, the flames vanished on their own.
"Sky-reaching Halberd, break." The serpent demon's fierce attack turned into gradual defense, Lin Chuan's spear thrusting upward, his figure stepping repeatedly in the air, finally, stabbing towards the serpent demon.
The Sky-reaching Halberd cracked in the air, transforming into a colossal dragon head. The dragon's mouth opened wide, fiercely biting at the serpent demon.
Beneath, the serpent demon's figure paused, then a green light circled its body.
"Tian Xuan!!" A tender shout resonated, following which a gigantic green light shield emerged, crashing towards the dragon head. Thunderous, massive waves surged upwards.
A powerful air wave overturned the lake's water, and green and silver light intertwined, dispersing. Finally, the enormous wave engulfed the crowd. Mu Qiu and the others' expressions changed, their figures hurriedly retreating.
"Puff!" Mu Qiu and the others spit blood; despite retreating swiftly, they were still affected by the force.
Mu Qiu and the others were shocked, their faces showing a look of horror. Lin Chuan held the Sky-reaching Halberd, his complexion slightly pale, and blood dripped at the corner of his mouth. Nearby, the serpent demon within the green light shadow had noticeably diminished its aura.
"Unexpected, you wield the Sky-reaching Halberd!" The serpent demon spoke again, its voice still enchanting, but the chilling tone was now bone-chilling.
One person and one serpent stood gaze locked, Lin Chuan's heart filled with both joy and concern. From his expression, he did not appear relaxed. He was glad because, despite the serpent demon's strength, it was still within his manageable range, suggesting the possibility of obtaining the Nine Revolutions Thousand Spirit Fruit. Concern arose from the serpent demon's peculiar strength; if its level was genuine, that was good, but if not, it would be quite troublesome.
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