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Chapter 388: Startling Changes in the Valley
Chapter 388: Startling Changes in the Valley
As the energy within this realm was continuously absorbed and refined, Chu Ning became more certain that the higher-level energy that Tang Xuan mentioned was a fusion of spiritual Qi and the power of origin.
Although he had many doubts, Chu Ning didn't dwell on them at this moment. He continued to absorb and refine the energy, including the Spirit Seed and the droplet of the power of origin within his body.
Chu Ning vaguely realized that this cultivation session might bring him tremendous benefits.
While Chu Ning was wholeheartedly cultivating, Lu Yuezhang and the other two Nascent Soul cultivators behind him had set up a barrier and started communicating through spiritual sense transmission.
"Fellow cultivators, have you sensed anything amiss?" Lu Yuezhang transmitted to the cultivators from Tianyin Pavilion and Taihe Court, both of whom nodded gravely.
"Their absorption speed is significantly different from ordinary people," replied the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Taihe Court. "If it were only one person, we might not have sensed this anomaly. After all, the spiritual energy here is not Qi, and our perception is not as sharp. I didn't expect them to absorb it so recklessly together."
"Indeed, we must not delay," Lu Yuezhang said coldly. "We'll test both him and the person he brought in. The three of us will attack together and force them to reveal their true selves. But be careful not to harm the Myriad Laws Tree."
Lu Yuezhang paused before continuing, "I've already informed Zou Shixiong and Shen Daoist outside the valley. If they break in, the two of them will intercept them outside the valley."
The other two mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators nodded slightly, indicating their understanding.
Lu Yuezhang then removed the barrier. The three mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators flew forward simultaneously, passing over Chu Ning and the others who were sitting cross-legged a hundred meters away from the Myriad Laws Tree, and arrived at the valley's most central location.
The three exchanged glances and suddenly attacked. Three exceptionally sharp strikes were directed at Chu Ning, Cen Zikin, and Zhuang Zhong from Xuanhuo Sect.
Chu Ning, who had been cultivating, noticed Lu Yuezhang and the others moving forward earlier but thought they were going to inspect the Myriad Laws Tree, so he didn't pay much attention. However, at this moment, he suddenly sensed a sharp killing intent, and his expression changed drastically.
"Zikin, retreat!" Chu Ning shouted as he abruptly opened his eyes, pulling Cen Zikin back with him as they flew backward.
In his hand appeared a giant turtle shell that he held in front of him, protecting both himself and Cen Zikin.
The attacks of the two mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators landed heavily on the turtle shell. Even with the cushioning of Cang Xuan Spirit Turtle's shell, the impact sent Chu Ning and Cen Zikin flying backward for several meters. Thankfully, they were unharmed due to the shell's protection.
"Oh?" Lu Yuezhang and the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Taihe Court exclaimed in surprise, subconsciously stopping their attacks.
Chu Ning's face turned gloomy as he glanced at the other mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Tianyin Pavilion, who was currently engaged in battle with Zhuang Zhong. He then turned his attention back to Lu Yuezhang.
"Senior Lu, what is the meaning of this?" Chu Ning asked.
"What does it mean? Demon, show your true form!" Lu Yuezhang shouted as he waved his hands, sending forth a white blade-like streak of Fa Li.
At the same time, the Taihe Court cultivator also attacked, unleashing a yellowish palm print that pressed down on Cen Zikin.
"Take this and defend yourself!" Chu Ning instructed as he handed the turtle shell to Cen Zikin while asking his question.
Chu Ning signaled for Cen Zikin to stay behind him, then stepped forward. He waved his hands, and four Ice Shadow Sword Talismans, condensed on the talisman rings, shot out.
The four icy blue sword auras clashed with the attacks from the two mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.
Although the sword auras of the Ice Shadow Sword Talismans were comparable to early-stage Nascent Soul spells, they were still overwhelmed and shattered by the two powerful attacks in the four-to-two situation.
The white blade and yellow palm attacks had their might diminished but continued to press toward Chu Ning.
Cen Zikin, seeing this, frowned slightly and was about to fly forward with the turtle shell. However, Chu Ning seemed prepared, and he spat out five spiritual swords that arranged themselves in a peculiar formation in front of him.
The five-colored radiance of the swords flickered, forming a five-colored light wall in front of Chu Ning. At the same time, the protective five-elemental chaotic energy around Chu Ning's body surged, coordinating with the five-colored radiance.
The white blade and yellow palm attacks landed on the light wall and were blocked. However, at the same time, Chu Ning's five spiritual swords dimmed, and the protective aura around his body also faded.
"This..." Lu Yuezhang and the Taihe Court cultivator exchanged glances, their eyes filled with astonishment.
They were surprised that Chu Ning had so many unfamiliar techniques to block their attacks.
Gathering the Five Elements Spirit Swords around him, Chu Ning reached into his storage bag and asked in a deep voice, "Seniors, is there some misunderstanding about this so-called demon you mentioned?"
"What's going on? Why did you attack us?"
"How is Chu Ning able to withstand the attacks of two Nascent Soul cultivators?"
At this moment, the other Golden Core cultivators also reacted, their eyes filled with confusion and vigilance.
Even Jiang Cheng and He Feng, the two cultivators from Guiyuan Zong, were equally bewildered.
Aside from their astonishment at the sudden attack by the three mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators, the outcome of the assault had shocked everyone present.
The giant turtle shell that Chu Ning held was able to withstand the combined might of two mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.
Moreover, the power of Chu Ning's spell attacks had reached the level of a Nascent Soul cultivator.
On the other hand, Zhuang Zhong, who was only at the mid-stage of the Golden Core, was able to withstand the attack of the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Tianyin Pavilion.
These sudden developments left everyone present reeling.
Just as everyone was filled with doubt, they suddenly sensed something amiss.
"Hahaha!"
On the other side, Zhuang Zhong, who was currently engaged in battle with the Tianyin Pavilion's mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, burst into maniacal laughter.
His aura surged violently, and in the blink of an eye, he had reached the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm.
Black demonic energy swirled around him.
This turn of events drew everyone's attention.
Even Lu Yuezhang and the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Taihe Court ignored Chu Ning for the moment and turned their gazes toward Zhuang Zhong.
"Outer Realm Demon!"
Chu Ning suddenly realized something and exclaimed in shock.
The aura emanating from Zhuang Zhong was identical to the Outer Realm Demon he had encountered in the Jinling Zong Spirit Domain, but it was far more powerful.
The Tianyin Pavilion's mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator now held a flute-shaped magical treasure. With a wave of his hand, a powerful offensive spell surged towards the Outer Realm Demon.
However, at this moment, the demon's figure suddenly disappeared.
"Beware of sneak attacks!"
Upon seeing this, the Tianyin Pavilion's mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator shouted a warning.
Hearing this, everyone's expressions changed, and they immediately summoned their defensive magical treasures.
But they were too late.
In the blink of an eye, the demon-possessed Zhuang Zhong appeared next to a late-stage Golden Core cultivator.
He extended an arm, and the defensive barriers and magical treasures of the cultivator, who had previously ranked fifth in the sparring matches, were effortlessly breached.
The demon then reached out, grabbed the Golden Core, and fled.
By the time the Tianyin Pavilion's mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator arrived, the Golden Core cultivator had already collapsed, his eyes wide in death.
The demon, in the form of Zhuang Zhong, appeared more than 70 meters away, chewing on the Golden Core.
"Tsk tsk, the taste of a Golden Core is indeed inferior to that of a Nascent Soul."
As the demon spoke, the cultivators in the valley turned pale with fear.
Naturally, Lu Yuezhang and the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Taihe Court could no longer pay attention to Chu Ning and rushed towards the Outer Realm Demon.
They intended to join forces with the Tianyin Pavilion's Nascent Soul cultivator to surround the demon.
However, the demon didn't give them the opportunity. Instead, it rushed towards another Golden Core cultivator, He Feng.
He Feng's reaction was much faster than that of the previous victim.
Knowing that he stood no chance against the Outer Realm Demon, he didn't bother trying to use his magical treasures for defense.
Instead, he turned and fled in the direction of Lu Yuezhang and the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Taihe Court.
Lu Yuezhang and his companion immediately launched spells towards the Outer Realm Demon, forcing it to stop in its tracks.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, He Feng quickly dodged out of the way.
The three Nascent Soul cultivators were about to enclose the Outer Realm Demon.
However, at this moment, the demon rushed directly towards Lu Yuezhang, seemingly intending to break through their encirclement.
Lu Yuezhang coldly hmphed and unleashed several spells in quick succession.
Just as the attacks were about to land on the demon-possessed Zhuang Zhong, a black demonic shadow shot out from within his body, dodging all the spells.
"Not good!"
Lu Yuezhang exclaimed, but it was too late to stop the demon now.
In the next moment, Zhuang Zhong's body was pierced by several spells and instantly exploded.
At the same time, the demonic shadow shot up, leaping over Lu Yuezhang and rushing towards the valley entrance.
The mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator from Taihe Court seemed prepared for this and quickly intercepted the demon's path, unleashing a series of palm strikes.
But suddenly, the Outer Realm Demon changed direction and rushed towards Chu Ning!
(End of Chapter)
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