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Chapter 224 Sword Invocation of Primordial

"What method?" Gu Xiaoqi looked at Zhongren inquiringly, while Zhe Liang also leaned in curiously to ask.

The shadow that had just appeared was now almost certainly identified as the incarnation of the old monster.

Yet, even with this knowledge, there was still no way to capture it. Its speed was too fast, its movements incredibly eerie.

Once entangled, its victims' flesh would immediately be devoured, its pace leaving no room for escape!

Now, Zhongren mentioned that he had thought of a way to deal with the old monster, but what could it be?

Zhongren chuckled and pointed towards several cultivators who had just emerged, saying, "Look at them, traveling in groups, emitting true energy while fleeing, creating a blockade."

"While the old monster's body is indeed massive and formidable, it loses its strength as it increases its speed."

"As long as we fortify our defenses, it cannot break through our protective barrier."

"Thus, we stand unbeatable!"

After Zhongren finished speaking, Zhe Liang and Gu Xiaoqi exchanged glances, their eyes shining.

"Indeed, we three form the corners of a triangle. Regardless of what monstrous entity may come, let's first bombard it with true energy!"

Gu Xiaoqi's eyes gleamed with intensity, her small fists clenched tightly. Though she was a girl by appearance, her true form was that of a fire phoenix, her temperament fierce, her preferred method of combat being head-on confrontation!

Swish! Swish!

Ahead, the shadow swiftly darted about the flat ground. Just as Zhongren had said, it had no way to deal with the cultivators who had gathered together and were attacking with true energy. Explore stories at My Virtual Library Empire

Seeing it couldn't succeed, it immediately turned its sights towards the cultivators hiding elsewhere.

"Ah!"

Screams resounded once more. There were not many cultivators who could resist, most unable to conceive of a method of resistance through collective action.

The appearance of the shadow, continuously sucking the blood and flesh of humans with its brutal and terrifying methods, instilled fear in the hearts of most cultivators.

Faced with the shadow's attacks, which were originally tenacious, being able to muster half of one's strength was considered good enough. The death toll soared!

Originally comprising one or two thousand young cultivators, after the massacre by the old monster, only a few hundred remained, with a mortality rate of eighty percent!

The screams continued to echo. If this continued, all the young cultivators who had entered the ancient sanctuary for training would be killed!

The remaining cultivators, after the recent trial, learned the method to deal with the shadow. They gathered together, ranging from five or six individuals to fifty or sixty, simultaneously mobilizing their true energy to confront the shadow's onslaught!

Sensing that these young cultivators had gathered and were difficult to deal with, the shadow intentionally targeted those in smaller numbers. Zhongren, Gu Xiaoqi, and Zhe Liang were immediately singled out!

A cold wind blew, and a black shadow quickly surged towards Gu Xiaoqi. Zhongren, already on guard, roared and swung his fist as the shadow approached.

True energy surged, forming a vortex that enveloped the space in front. The shadow, barely dodging the vortex by a hair's breadth, continued its charge towards Gu Xiaoqi!

"Get back!" Zhongren shouted, continuing to gather his true energy and chase after the shadow, but it was already too late!

As the shadow was about to pounce on Gu Xiaoqi, her eyes suddenly transformed from black pupils to pure red!

Raging energy radiated from Gu Xiaoqi, instantly breaking through the imperial rank!

Behind her, the phantom of a divine phoenix suddenly condensed, emitting a sharp cry as it opened its mouth and arms, facing forward.

Flames suspended in mid-air swiftly engulfed the shadow as it approached.

Sensing the scorching heat, the shadow immediately recoiled. Its retreat was swift, diverting towards where Zhe Liang stood.

Gu Xiaoqi was difficult to deal with, and this boy lacked the ferocious power of Zhongren, making him unsuitable for consumption!

At this moment, the old monster had already realized the extraordinary nature of these three youngsters. It was ready to pick on the weakest link among them!

Just as the shadow approached, Zhe Liang suddenly drew a bronze sword from his sleeve, inscribed with runes! As soon as he drew it out, he pointed his finger at the center of the sword's blade, infusing it with true energy.

The once ordinary bronze sword now gleamed brightly. With a swing, its brilliance burst forth!

With a resounding clang, it seemed like something in the darkness had been struck!

Immediately after, Zhe Liang staggered backward several steps. The shadow, still swaying, was sent flying backward, and in an instant, it vanished into the area where the pavilions and towers were located!

Standing upright, Zhe Liang wiped his forehead with satisfaction and said, "Thanks to my quick reaction and the demonic-slaying sword entrusted to me by the master, who specialized in dealing with spiritual entities!"

"If it hadn't been so swift, I would have surely slain it with a single stroke!"

Gu Xiaoqi scoffed beside them, saying, "You're just bragging!"

"If it comes again, you'll be dead for sure!"

"Next time, you better hide behind me. My flames are much stronger than your cultivation!"

"Haha..."

Zhe Liang scratched his head, choosing not to retort.

At that moment!

Zhongren suddenly raised his hand, his gaze fixated on the ground ahead. Under his gaze, the platforms and pavilions that had stood erect all collapsed, and even the waterfall vanished. The scene mirrored the one from when the monster had first appeared.

"Roar!"

A deep, guttural roar reverberated. Immediately, the ground cracked open, soil churned, and an immensely colossal and ferocious head emerged from below. Eyes as large as houses lifted high, followed by sturdy and sharp segments!

The monstrous creature, stretching thousands of miles, appeared once again!

This time, it didn't randomly pursue cultivators but instead locked its gaze onto the positions of Zhongren, Gu Xiaoqi, and Zhe Liang.

Seeing this, Zhongren couldn't help but widen his pupils, involuntarily exclaiming, "No! Retreat quickly!"

As soon as he spoke, the monster's gaping maw opened wide, and dozens of long, crimson tongues shot out violently, like tangled threads wrapping around the hiding place of the three individuals!

Each tongue was incredibly agile, writhing as if to capture the trio!

Seeing a snakehead reaching towards Zhongren from behind, Zhe Liang swung the bronze demonic-slaying sword in his hand towards it!

However, before he could strike, his arm was entangled, and he grunted as he was pulled to the ground!

"Quick, grab him!" Zhongren and Gu Xiaoqi both rushed forward, but several red tongues were already winding toward them, emitting a nauseating stench!

On the surface of the tongues, some thorns could be seen. Once entangled by these thorns, one would be immobilized, unable to break free!

"Scarlet Flames!" Gu Xiaoqi activated her innate technique, surrounding herself with scorching heat!

The tongues that approached were immediately forced back, writhing frantically on the ground. A large amount of soil was churned up, forming a muddy wall rushing towards the flames!

The surging flames were directly battered by the soil, leaving countless openings.

But this time, it was clearly not Chilian's "petty mischief" from the shadows. His cultivation was far beyond the imperial realm!

In an instant, Zhe Liang was dragged outside the hiding place of the three, while Gu Xiaoqi's flames continued unabated, though her eyes betrayed her anxiety!

Because Chilian was focused on attacking the three, many of the surrounding shadows had disappeared. Many cultivators watching the three battle the old monster felt their hearts rise to their throats!

"Primordial Sword Strike!"

Just then, a roar resounded!

At this critical moment, Zhongren decisively summoned the green jade sword!

If Zhe Liang were unharmed, he could pass it off as training. But in this dire situation, they had to use the trump card given by their eldest brother!

The young Taoist tightly gripped the Primordial Sword bestowed by Gu Lan, its blade emitting a sharp brilliance as he swung it forcefully.

A streak of blinding light burst forth, heavily striking the tongue pulling Zhe Liang. Instantly, a large section was severed, blood spraying in a shocking display!

The sharp shriek of the old monster echoed throughout the entire sanctuary!