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Chapter 553: Capsized in a Ditch
Chapter 553: Capsized in a Ditch
"Old Tong, how could you be so careless? If I hadn't received the message and come to check, you would have suffered greatly from that attack just now."
As Dan Tianqi spoke, his gaze fell upon Chu Ning.
Apparently, he was greatly surprised by Chu Ning's cultivation level.
At that moment, a hint of gloom appeared on Tong Zhanghong's usually smiling face.
His eyes, fixed on Chu Ning, were filled with chilling intent.
"I now understand why Wang Shidi fell into this kid's hands. This kid really has some tricks up his sleeve.
Even I was almost fooled for a moment."
The two Nascent Soul Cultivators discussed freely, showing no hesitation in front of Chu Ning.
Perhaps, in their eyes, Chu Ning was no different from a dead man at this moment.
In fact, a murderous intent flashed in Tong Zhanghong's eyes.
"Good, judging from the direction you came from, you should have been a reclusive cultivator overseas.
I never expected there to be someone like you in the overseas regions, but that doesn't matter now. If I don't turn you into ashes today, I won't be called Tong."
As he spoke, Tong Zhanghong held up the silver feather fan that had just flown into his hand and waved it towards Chu Ning.
Instantly, a series of wind blades assaulted Chu Ning.
Compared to ordinary wind blades, Chu Ning felt that there was another power intertwined within them.
"It seems to be similar to the power contained in the starlight used by Tong Zhanghong earlier.
But this power is something I've never encountered before."
As Chu Ning pondered this, he opened his mouth and spat out, summoning the Yellow Wind Banner. With a wave, a yellow dragon emerged to meet the attack.
Chu Ning didn't choose to dodge immediately, as Dan Tianqi was still nearby, and he had to remain vigilant.
Indeed, as Chu Ning countered with the Yellow Wind Banner, a silver feather fan appeared in Dan Tianqi's hand.
This fan was identical to the one held by Tong Zhanghong.
With a wave, another series of wind blades attacked.
"Run!"
Seizing the moment when Dan Tianqi attacked, Chu Ning's figure flashed, and he used Ethereal Dodging to appear forty zhang away.
Without looking back, he immediately employed Ethereal Dodging again and fled into the distance.
Chu Ning acknowledged that his cultivation and abilities were not weak, but he wasn't arrogant enough to believe he could face two Late-stage Nascent Soul Cultivators alone.
He hadn't fled at the first opportunity because he felt that with two vigilant Late-stage Nascent Soul Cultivators, there wouldn't be a suitable chance.
Now that both of them had made their moves, he believed they wouldn't expect him to break through their encirclement so easily.
Indeed, it was true.
Dan Tianqi and Tong Zhanghong had just witnessed Chu Ning's Teleportation Technique and were astonished.
However, they had always believed that Chu Ning's teleportation distance was limited to thirty zhang.
So, when they attacked, they tacitly locked down on Chu Ning's escape routes within thirty zhang.
They were ready to launch an attack as soon as Chu Ning's figure appeared.
But they never expected that Chu Ning had held back when using Ethereal Dodging earlier.
At this moment, his teleportation distance reached an astonishing forty zhang.
This ten zhang difference was enough for Chu Ning to break through their encirclement.
Seeing this, Dan Tianqi and Tong Zhanghong immediately attacked with their two silver fans while also using Teleportation to pursue him.
However, whether it was the wind blades from the silver fans or their Teleportation Technique, they couldn't match Chu Ning's Ethereal Dodging.
Each time Chu Ning teleported, he appeared over forty zhang away.
Moreover, his direction was unpredictable, giving the two Starfeather Sect Grand Cultivators no chance to anticipate his movements.
Their Teleportation Technique could only cover a distance of slightly more than twenty zhang.
This meant that with each use of Teleportation, Chu Ning could increase the distance by over ten zhang.
After six such teleports, Chu Ning had put a hundred zhang between himself and the two Late-stage Nascent Soul Cultivators.
Tong Zhanghong and Dan Tianqi exchanged glances, their eyes filled with surprise.
"What kind of secret technique is he using that allows him to teleport such a long distance?"
Dan Tianqi's eyes flickered, and he sent a sound transmission to Tong Zhanghong.
Tong Zhanghong immediately replied with hatred in his voice, "No matter what secret technique he's using, he just unleashed that powerful attack earlier.
Now, he's employing this secret technique, which must be consuming a lot of his energy.
He won't be able to sustain this for long. As long as we keep up, this kid will eventually reach a dead end."
After receiving the sound transmission, Dan Tianqi didn't speak but nodded in agreement.
He naturally believed this to be true.
He didn't think that Chu Ning, a Mid-stage Nascent Soul Cultivator, could use such a heaven-defying secret technique without limitations.
So, the two of them continued to use Teleportation to pursue Chu Ning from a distance.
However, what surprised the two Late-stage Nascent Soul Cultivators from the Starfeather Sect was that Chu Ning showed no signs of fatigue. He repeatedly used Teleportation one after another.
One hundred zhang, two hundred zhang, three hundred zhang... One thousand zhang.
In just a short moment, Chu Ning's figure had already moved over thirty li away from them.
Even with the sharp eyes of two Late-stage Nascent Soul Cultivators, they could only vaguely see a black shadow at this distance.
Just then, a massive cloud formation spanning several dozen li appeared in front of Chu Ning.
Without hesitation, Chu Ning charged directly into it.
Even with their exceptional eyesight, Dan Tianqi and Tong Zhanghong could no longer see Chu Ning's figure.
Fortunately, their divine senses were powerful, allowing them to lock onto Chu Ning tightly.
However, within just a few breaths, both of them experienced a slight change in their expressions.
Chu Ning had used the Teleportation Technique several times within the cloud formation, and upon entering its depths, they suddenly realized that Chu Ning had disappeared from their divine sense detection range.
"Not good, this person's concealment technique is indeed quite remarkable."
Dan Tianqi's usually cold and proud demeanor now showed a hint of concern.
He was extremely skilled in this area, which was why he had been able to approach Chu Ning quickly without being noticed.
But he never expected that Chu Ning would also be adept in this skill.
Within just a few dozen li, Chu Ning managed to escape his divine sense detection range.
Tong Zhanghong, who was about to speak, heard Dan Tianqi's words and realized that he, like himself, could no longer find any trace of Chu Ning.
They immediately stopped talking and rapidly flew towards the cloud formation.
In a short time, the two of them had reached the exterior of the cloud formation.
There was not a single trace of Chu Ning to be seen.
They carefully scanned the area with their divine senses, but still, there was no sign of him.
Tong Zhanghong, still unwilling to give up, led the way into the cloud formation to search.
Dan Tianqi followed closely behind.
After searching through the cloud formation, they still found nothing.
After exiting the cloud formation and exchanging a glance, both of their faces turned grim.
Dan Tianqi, who was usually not talkative, furrowed his brows.
Tong Zhanghong couldn't help but grit his teeth and said,
"Damn! We were too careless, and now we've truly lost him in a ditch.
To think that a Mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator could escape right under our noses."
"Carelessness is one thing, but this person's cultivation and abilities are indeed remarkable."
At this moment, Dan Tianqi raised his head and looked into the distance, his expression turning serious.
"Your attack methods and the secret technique you used to escape are quite profound.
Not only Mid-stage Nascent Soul, but even Late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators have never displayed such skills.
I wonder, who is this person, and what is his background? This time, we've made an enemy of him, and failing to kill him will undoubtedly create a formidable foe for our sect."
Upon hearing these words, Tong Zhanghong's face turned even more unsightly.
On the Skylid Continent, loose cultivators were naturally wary of large sects like the Starfeather Sect.
However, the major sects also preferred to avoid conflict with powerful loose cultivators if possible.
These formidable loose cultivators often had fewer constraints, and if offended, they could become a persistent nuisance to the sect.
While high-level cultivators like them might not be overly concerned, the numerous other cultivators within the sect could become a problem.
If the other party sought revenge, it would be a constant disturbance.
Therefore, when dealing with powerful cultivators, the major sects often chose to eliminate them directly, resolving the issue once and for all.
Like today, despite the two Late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators working together, they still failed to capture their target.
The two grandmasters felt greatly embarrassed by this situation.
"Since this person has appeared on the Skylid Continent, it's impossible for them to remain hidden forever. Sooner or later, I'll peel off his skin!"
Tong Zhanghong spoke with clenched teeth.
Then, he and Dan Tianqi looked in a certain direction, their eyes moving slightly before returning to normal.
Soon, several figures flew over.
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By this time, Tong Zhanghong and Dan Tianqi's expressions had returned to normal.
Meng Shiyuan couldn't discern anything amiss from their expressions, so he smiled and asked,
"Fellow Daoists, what happened?
I sent you a message as soon as our sect discovered this person.
When I flew over just now, I sensed chaotic Spirit Energy, indicating a fierce battle.
It seems that person has been dealt with by you two."
Upon hearing Meng Shiyuan's words, Tong Zhanghong's face once again broke into a smile.
"
You've made me and my junior brother, Wang Shidi, run a wild goose chase."
Meng Shiyuan's expression turned slightly bewildered upon hearing this.
"Didn't you encounter him? According to our sect members' reports, this person was clearly flying in this direction.
With your speed, you should have definitely caught up with him."
"Hmph!"
Tong Zhanghong let out a cold snort.
"Fellow Daoist Meng, next time, please verify the information before sending a message."
With that, he and Dan Tianqi turned and flew away without looking back.
Meng Shiyuan remained in place, his brows furrowed.
"It shouldn't be a mistake. Our sect members were certain that this person was flying in this direction. How could they have made a mistake?
Could it be that they truly missed him, and the chaotic Spirit Energy was from someone else's battle?
Could it be..."
A thought suddenly flashed through Meng Shiyuan's mind.
"Could it be that this person fought with Tong Zhanghong or Dan Tianqi and then escaped?
If so, our sect should also be wary of him and even retreat three times."
As this thought arose, Meng Shiyuan couldn't help but smile and shake his head, finding the idea ridiculous.
"How could a Mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator possibly escape from Late-stage Nascent Soul cultivators?
It seems he took a different route and went elsewhere."
After thinking this, Meng Shiyuan instructed the nearby cultivators,
"Arrange for our sect disciples to continue monitoring this person's movements and report any news immediately."
(End of Chapter)
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