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Chapter 234: Only a Initial Stage Golden Core
Chapter 234: Only a Initial Stage Golden Core
The fact that the Da Luo Sect had a Golden Core cultivator entering the space was a shocking revelation to Chu Ning.
Previously, Yu Changge and the others had mentioned that Golden Core cultivators couldn't pass through the spatial channel.
However, Chu Ning would rather believe that it was possible than rule it out entirely.
He had confidence in his own spiritual sense.
With that thought, Chu Ning immediately turned to Shang Xiaohan and the others and said, "The situation has changed. We need to gather with the other two groups immediately."
If he were alone, Chu Ning wouldn't be afraid of an ordinary Golden Core cultivator. He could always escape if needed.
However, with several people in tow, it would be troublesome if they were caught by a Golden Core cultivator.
The others were somewhat surprised by Chu Ning's sudden serious expression and decision to gather with the other groups.
But since "Li Qun" had previously demonstrated the ability to kill a Late Stage Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Da Luo Sect, even the two Late Stage Foundation Establishment cultivators in their group didn't object.
Soon, Chu Ning and the others found the middle group and merged with them.
This group was led by He Yanmao, who was slightly surprised to see Chu Ning and the others arriving.
"Brother He, follow me for now. I'll explain the details on the way," Chu Ning said, leading the group towards the direction of Yi Wenliang and the others.
He Yanmao and the others found it a bit strange, but seeing Chu Ning's serious expression, they didn't hesitate and followed him.
As they flew, Chu Ning explained, "Brother He, a powerful spiritual sense just scanned us. I suspect that the Da Luo Sect has a Golden Core cultivator in this space. We need to gather with our fellow disciples quickly. If we're scattered, it might be dangerous. With over a dozen of us together, we'll be better equipped to handle even a Golden Core cultivator."
"Golden Core cultivator?" The others, including Shang Xiaohan and He Yanmao, were shocked.
"Didn't the Sect Master say that this space is unstable and would reject Golden Core cultivators?" someone asked.
Chu Ning shook his head. "I'm not sure about the specifics, but this space definitely allows Golden Core cultivators to exist. Don't forget, I previously encountered a Five-Stage Blazing Beast that was comparable to an Initial Stage Golden Core cultivator. As for the Da Luo Sect's Golden Core cultivator, maybe he used some secret technique to hide his true strength when entering the space, allowing him to bypass the spatial channel's restrictions."
Chu Ning thought this was highly possible.
His own innate talent allowed him to hide his aura extremely well.
Even if others didn't have this talent, there might be secret techniques or magical arts that could achieve similar effects.
He had learned a disguise technique that could change his appearance.
At this point, Chu Ning remembered the black robes worn by the Da Luo Sect members and added, "The Da Luo Sect members wore black robes, which might be intended to conceal the Golden Core cultivator's identity."
The others found Chu Ning's words more believable and quickened their pace.
Soon, they reunited with Yi Wenliang and the others.
Chu Ning briefly explained his suspicions to them.
Just as he was about to elaborate, he looked up at the sky with a solemn expression.
"They're coming! It's indeed a Golden Core cultivator!"
He Yanmao and Yi Wenliang exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with surprise and unease.
They were shocked by Chu Ning's powerful spiritual sense and worried about the impending arrival of the Golden Core cultivator.
The next moment, their expressions changed as they sensed the approaching Da Luo Sect cultivators.
The leading cultivator's unrestrained aura revealed his Golden Core cultivation level.
"Good! You Nine Hua Sect members are quite capable, discovering me and gathering in advance!"
The Da Luo Sect cultivator's voice reached them before he arrived.
"Get ready to defend! Don't harbor any illusions. We have the upper hand!"
Chu Ning used his divided spirit technique to transmit his voice to each person's ear.
The Nine Hua Sect members were somewhat surprised by Chu Ning's sudden command, but no one objected.
They took out their magical tools, ready to face the enemy.
As the six Da Luo Sect cultivators approached, Chu Ning waved his hand.
A variety of colorful lights intertwined and shot towards the six cultivators.
The middle-aged cultivator's aura was now fully exposed, revealing his Golden Core cultivation level.
However, the group from the Da Luo Sect was quick to react as well.
The Golden Core cultivator took the lead, sending out a white mist towards the array of spells unleashed by the Nine Hua Sect.
Simultaneously, the other five cultivators joined forces, unleashing two beams of white light, two beams of green light, and a red beam that merged and intertwined.
The two white beams fused together, and the green beams followed suit, creating a majestic spectacle.
Then, the three colors entwined once more, forming a massive pillar of light.
Astonishingly, the spells cast by the five cultivators from the Da Luo Sect merged into one!
"As expected of the Da Luo Sect, they excel in combination attacks!" Chu Ning's heart sank as he realized the futility of their sudden offense.
Indeed, despite the multitude of spells cast by the Nine Hua Sect, they were no match for the white mist and the combined attack of the five cultivators.
As the spells collided, they dissipated one after the other, leaving the members of the Nine Hua Sect with a sense of dismay.
It was evident to all that the combined might of the Da Luo Sect's attack was no less powerful than that of the Golden Core cultivator.
After their initial strike failed to yield results, the disciples of the Nine Hua Sect hesitated to launch another attack immediately.
"Sun Shifan! Your Da Luo Sect indeed sent a Golden Core cultivator into our midst!" He Yanmao exclaimed, his face grim as he addressed the leading middle-aged cultivator of the Da Luo Sect.
Sun Shifan, the Golden Core cultivator, glanced at He Yanmao, his eyes flashing with a hint of scorn. "He Yanmao, it seems you've only realized this now. Isn't it too late? Back then, you entered the late Foundation Establishment stage before I did, but after all these years, you're still stuck at that stage and haven't progressed to Golden Core.
Tsk, tsk. But your luck runs out today, and you won't get another chance after meeting me!"
As his words landed, Sun Shifan's figure flashed, and he flew towards them.
"Be careful!" the group exclaimed in alarm, warning He Yanmao.
At that moment, Chu Ning's expression changed slightly, and he suddenly appeared in front of Shang Xiaohan.
With a swift movement of his hands, several fiery tiger-shaped attacks pounced forward.
In mid-air, they collided with two white blades of light.
"Yoh?"
The exclamation of surprise was accompanied by the simultaneous disappearance of the red and white colors.
Sun Shifan's figure reappeared, now just fifteen feet in front of Chu Ning.
It was clear to everyone what had transpired.
Shang Xiaohan's face paled as she realized how close she had come to danger, and she looked at Chu Ning's retreating back with grateful eyes.
"If it weren't for Brother Li saving me again just now..." she trailed off, her voice filled with gratitude.
"Who are you, to be able to sense my movements?" Sun Shifan asked, his eyes narrowing at Chu Ning with a mixture of surprise and suspicion.
Chu Ning, holding the Leaf Blade in his hand, replied calmly, "I'm only at the Initial Stage of Golden Core. Is it so surprising that I noticed you?
Brother He, leave this person to me. You take the others and deal with the rest of the Da Luo Sect cultivators.
Be cautious of their combination attacks!
Fellow disciples, keep your distance."
At Chu Ning's command, Shang Xiaohan and the others immediately scattered, moving twenty paces away.
Everyone obeyed without hesitation, their faith in Chu Ning's strength unwavering after witnessing how he had sensed Sun Shifan's scheme and rescued Shang Xiaohan.
However, when Chu Ning declared that he would face the Golden Core cultivator alone, the disciples of the Nine Hua Sect couldn't hide their astonishment.
Sun Shifan, too, was taken aback for a moment before bursting into laughter.
"Just an Initial Stage Golden Core cultivator, and yet you dare to be so arrogant!
Very well, then I shall extinguish you first!"
As he spoke, Sun Shifan waved his hands, sending several white blades of light hurtling towards Chu Ning.
But Chu Ning was nowhere to be seen; he had vanished from his original spot.
The blades of light found no target and fell short.
Sun Shifan hummed in response and pursued Chu Ning, his fingers flicking rapidly as he released ten water balls during their flight. The water balls exuded a formidable aura and seemed to block Chu Ning's path.
However, Chu Ning's Godwind Escape was exceptionally swift, and the water balls failed to hit their mark.
Chu Ning's speed was remarkable, but Sun Shifan, as a Golden Core cultivator, was no slouch either.
After several such exchanges, the two had traveled over ten miles, with Chu Ning in the lead.
Sun Shifan's face now bore a hint of impatience as none of his successive attacks had managed to land a hit.
He brandished it, and a streak of white light with a water attribute shot out like lightning toward Chu Ning.
The speed of this attack was even faster than Sun Shifan's own movement.
"A magical artifact! And possibly a natal artifact!"
Chu Ning's heart skipped a beat, but he didn't dodge this time.
He had just lured Sun Shifan to this location for two reasons. Firstly, he didn't want Sun Shifan to be able to attack his fellow disciples at any time. Secondly, he didn't want to expose too many of his abilities in front of everyone.
And the distance they had traveled to this location was just about right.
With a raise of his hand, Chu Ning's Leaf Blade flew towards the streak of white light in the air.
At the same time, the Divine Wood Longbow appeared in his hand.
He channeled the Three Thousand Jade Silk spell into the arrow, shooting two arrow beams towards Sun Shifan.
One arrow beam continued towards the streak of white light, and the Leaf Blade clashed with the opposing magical artifact, emitting the white light. Surprisingly, the Leaf Blade was completely blocked.
However, with the additional arrow, the white light scattered instantly.
In an instant, the Leaf Blade and the three arrows shot towards Sun Shifan.
Sun Shifan brandished his trident-shaped artifact, waving and tapping it, causing several pillars of water to fly out and block the incoming attacks.
In the blink of an eye, the Leaf Blade and the three arrows were knocked back.
At the same time, Sun Shifan's disdainful voice rang out.
"Do you really think that a Foundation Establishment cultivator can compete with a Golden Core cultivator just by using a magical artifact? How ignorant!"
As he spoke, Sun Shifan waved his hand, and the trident-shaped artifact flew out, enveloped in powerful water-attributed energy, heading straight for Chu Ning.
But Chu Ning had already put away the Leaf Blade and the Divine Wood Longbow, and in their place appeared the Twin Fire Rings.
"Wood-based spells have no effect on a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, but they're useless against a Golden Core cultivator."
As these thoughts flashed through his mind, Chu Ning quickly channeled his spiritual power into the Twin Fire Rings.
The rings flew out to meet the incoming white light and trident.
"Ding!"
A crisp, metallic clang echoed, accompanied by intense energy fluctuations.
Immediately, the ring and the trident flew back to their respective owners.
"It's you! Chu Ning!!"
At this moment, Sun Shifan seemed to recognize Chu Ning, and his eyes widened in surprise.
The next moment, a malicious smile appeared on his face.
"Well, well! I never expected that you would actually enter! Then, die!"
As he spoke, Sun Shifan exhaled, and a white radiance landed on the trident, enhancing its power.
In the next instant, the trident attacked Chu Ning with even greater force.
Chu Ning's expression turned solemn, and the Twin Fire Rings merged into one, confronting the trident.
At the same time, Chu Ning quickly performed a series of hand seals, and a crimson flame beast appeared, charging forward.
He also cast the Fire and Wind Conflagration spell!
Although the Twin Fire Rings displayed considerable power under Chu Ning's control, Sun Shifan was wielding his natal artifact.
When the two attacks clashed in midair, the flames on the Twin Fire Rings began to dissipate.
But at this moment, the Crimson Flame Beast, empowered by the Fire and Wind Conflagration spell, arrived!
The fusion of its fiery soul and the spell made the beast exceptionally fierce.
It struck the trident, causing the white radiance to scatter.
The Twin Fire Rings seized the opportunity and shattered the white radiance surrounding the trident.
Although the flames on the rings also disappeared, the Crimson Flame Beast pounced on Sun Shifan, forcing him to cast several spells to destroy it.
This turn of events surprised Sun Shifan.
His natal artifact, empowered by his Golden Core radiance, had been outmatched by Chu Ning's attack.
At this moment, Chu Ning sensed something and had a realization.
"It seems that I can release the Crimson Flame Beast, which has refined the essence of a five-stage beast, through the Twin Fire Rings!"
Delighted by this discovery, Chu Ning waved his hand, summoning the Twin Fire Rings and infusing them with a Crimson Flame Beast.
At the same time, he cast the Fire and Wind Conflagration spell again, empowering the Twin Fire Rings as they attacked Sun Shifan.
Meanwhile, another magical artifact appeared in Chu Ning's hand.
(End of Chapter)
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