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Chapter 1270: The Sword Sect's Old Ground
Chapter 1270: The Sword Sect's Old Ground
Half a moment later, the Daoist partners who were skilled in cooperative techniques broke free from the sword formation's constraints and returned to the other five, looking rather disheveled.
"It's good to see both of you are unharmed."
The late Nascent Soul elder leading the group said calmly.
"What exactly happened in this Tree Realm? Why did a Seventh Rank Sword Formation suddenly appear and trap the two of us?"
The refined man among the two asked, his voice tinged with accusation. If not for their expertise in cooperative techniques, they might have suffered severe injuries or even met their end in that terrifying sword formation.
"It's not just you two. Tie Daoist Friend's spirit insects were scorched by several strange flames, and Xuan Yuan Daoist Friend was ambushed by two unusual treasures, severely damaging his cultivation avatar."
The elder sighed lightly.
Behind him, the bald cultivator's cloth bag pulsed with an Essence and Blood flow, continuously nourishing the remaining four-winged black insects inside. The body cultivator, on the other hand, was pale-faced, his body occasionally swaying as if on the verge of collapse.
"I found the Xuanji Tree Mother with Five Dragons True Man. Her injuries have largely healed."
"Furthermore, a powerful cultivator hiding in the shadows has been helping her. Our plans this time will be very difficult to succeed."
The woman in court attire, holding the dual-headed silver wolf in her arms, said coldly.
"Does anyone know the background of that cultivator? To think he could single-handedly influence the entire situation."
The thin elder mused.
"I have a sense of familiarity with that sword formation. If I'm not mistaken, it should be the Celestial Star Sword Formation of the Cave Profundity Sword Sect."
The refined man said gravely.
"A Nascent Soul True Lord of the Cave Profundity Sword Sect? Why would he come to a small place like the Cloud Void Domain?"
The thin elder blurted out.
"To my knowledge, the Cave Profundity Sword Sect has a Spiritual Plant Master named Lu Xuan who recently stayed in the Cloud Void Domain. It's likely him."
The woman in court attire said softly.
Though Lu Xuan was low-key, his cultivation and background were highly regarded, making it impossible to hide his movements from the major sect cultivators in the Cloud Void Domain.
"Truly impressive, the Cave Profundity Sword Sect. Even a single Spiritual Plant Master from there is far beyond what we, cultivators from a remote realm, can compare to."
The bald cultivator couldn't help but marvel.
"Since the Xuanji Tree Mother has largely recovered and a cultivator from the Sword Sect is helping her, we can only retreat for now and reconsider our plans later."
The late Nascent Soul elder said expressionlessly.
Facing a fully recovered Xuanji Tree Mother in her home territory, their advantage was minimal, especially with a treasure-rich, mysterious mid-Nascent Soul cultivator aiding her in the shadows.
Most importantly, they all deeply feared the Cave Profundity Sword Sect, which backed Lu Xuan. If they couldn't leave Lu Xuan in the Tree Realm, they would face endless retribution from the Sword Sect.
"Agreed, let's do as you suggest."
The other six exchanged glances, and the woman in court attire spoke. They then transformed into seven beams of light and vanished into the distance of the Tree Realm.
"The intruding cultivators have all left."
A gentle green breeze blew, and the Xuanji Tree Mother, having listened with closed eyes, opened them and said softly.
"Thank you, young friend."
Her face showed gratitude.
If not for Lu Xuan's repeated use of the Spring Birth Seal of Ten Thousand Trees and his help in fending off several Nascent Soul cultivators, she might have faced a dire situation.
Lu Xuan's displayed strength also earned her greater respect, making her more inclined to consider the relocation.
"Senior, you're too kind. You’ve taken such good care of me; this small matter is nothing to speak of."
Lu Xuan smiled and said modestly.
After the matter was resolved, he didn’t linger and bid farewell to the Xuanji Tree Mother before leaving.
"This trip to the Cloud Void Domain has been quite fruitful."
"However, it’s uncertain when I’ll be able to come again. I should take this opportunity to visit the former grounds of the Eastern Wasteland Heavenly Sword Sect."
Lu Xuan moved through the endless giant trees, keeping an eye on his surroundings.
He had many fond memories from his time at the Heavenly Sword Sect. Now that his strength was sufficient, he decided to seize this chance to make the journey.
The last time he came to the Cloud Void Domain, he had just recently advanced to the Nascent Soul stage. Both his cultivation and the treasures he possessed were far inferior to what they were now.
"From what I understand, the Eastern Wasteland has become a haven for demons and evil spirits due to the invasion. The number of cultivators has been reduced to a mere fraction of what it once was."
"However, humans have always been known for their tenacity. After years of resistance, they have slowly gained a foothold in the Eastern Wasteland, establishing numerous cities and strongholds."
Information about the Eastern Wasteland flashed through Lu Xuan’s mind.
He arrived directly at the Heavenly Star Cave, entered the building where he had been teleported before, and found a large teleportation array leading to the Eastern Wasteland. He arrived silently.
"The wilderness is permeated with a strong demonic aura."
After leaving a city, Lu Xuan floated in the sky, taking a deep breath.
His divine sense swept the area, and he immediately noticed numerous bizarre and terrifying spirits and demonic beasts. They must have undergone mutations due to prolonged exposure to demonic energy.
There were also many cultivators nearby, some of whom had come from other regions to gather demonic materials.
"Cultivators who remain in the Eastern Wasteland generally exude a strong aura of malevolence, indicating they’ve been through many battles."
Lu Xuan sighed inwardly, identified the direction, and flapped his upgraded Thunderclap Wings, transforming into a bolt of lightning as he headed toward the old site of the Heavenly Sword Sect.
"Returning to old grounds, the world has changed so much."
He activated the Heavenly Cicada Six Transformations to conceal his form and gently landed on a massive stone sword that was now only half its original size, overlooking the numerous demons wandering below.
"If I remember correctly, this should be one of the Heavenly Sword Sect’s outposts outside the main gate, known as Sword Gate Town. The stone sword under my feet was the town’s landmark."
Looking at the desolate land before him, Lu Xuan felt a moment of dizziness.
Scenes from the past flashed through his mind.
He had unexpectedly obtained a Sword Token and, to avoid trouble from the Wang family in the market, he had boarded a chamber of commerce’s treasure ship, traveling thousands of miles to reach Sword Gate Town.
"It was here that I met Junior Brother Jian Qing."
Thinking about the scene where he first met Bai Li Jian Qing, a smile appeared on Lu Xuan’s face.
Gazing in the direction of the Heavenly Sword Sect, he couldn’t help but feel a sense of apprehension as he drew near.
With a light sigh, he transformed into a silver-white bolt of lightning and instantly arrived above the Heavenly Sword Sect.
What he saw was a land of demons and evil spirits.
Demons rampaged, and the air was thick with blood, a stark contrast to the beautiful scenes he remembered.
"A fine place of the sect, ruined by you!"
Lu Xuan’s heart burned with righteous anger as he revealed himself, staring coldly at the hundreds or thousands of demons below.
The Heavenly Sword Sect was built on a spiritual vein, rich in Qi, naturally attracting many demons and evil spirits. As soon as Lu Xuan appeared, he drew the attention of many demons.
He intentionally concealed his cultivation, appearing as a delectable prey to the demons, who rushed to share in the feast.
"Consider this cleaning the sect’s grounds."
The golden lightning in Lu Xuan’s mind flickered, and instantly, countless bolts of lightning danced like silver snakes, illuminating the entire former grounds of the Heavenly Sword Sect with a brilliant light, overwhelming all the demons and evil spirits.
(End of Chapter)
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