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Chapter 831: Sweet Potato Burn's Patron
Chapter 831: Sweet Potato Burn's Patron
Ah, Sweet Potato Burn, a young woman with a single-minded determination to improve herself...
Over the years, she never forgot about enhancing her abilities.
However, while others pursued higher realms or more profound and mystical techniques, Sweet Potato Burn took a slightly different path.
She pursued destructive power...
Perhaps it was this unwavering dedication that led her to be the first to think of expanding her "Fa" to such a grand scale? Lifting her gaze, she saw three paper figurines slowly drifting through the Head Array, crossing it, and heading towards Tiger Pass.
Within the rolling black fog, more and more heads, either floating or lying on the ground, began to turn their gazes, following the movement of the paper figurines, and gradually turning their heads. As their eyes moved, the entire Head Array began to shift towards Tiger Pass.
Reversing the array's eye, leading it towards the pass.
Sweet Potato Burn wasn't thinking about breaking the Head Array; she merely wanted to send it to where it should go.
Every wrong has its culprit, every debt has its debtor. The one who killed these civilians was the Divine Bestowed King, but he used demonic methods to control their souls, causing these heads to only look outward and never back into the pass.
This made it impossible for the vengeful spirits to find their tormentors and seek revenge.
Just like a vengeful spirit, if it couldn't find its enemy, it would vent its wrath on innocent people.
This is the very nature of souls, and the Punishing Soul Sect understood it best.
"Drawing the vengeful qi back, who is the expert capable of breaking the array, and how can they possess such skills?"
At Tiger Pass, there were already people keeping watch, but they never expected the enemy to break through the array so quickly and fiercely. With the sound of the gong, many sorcerers who had been staying nearby were startled awake and hurried over.
The ragged old man who had set up the array earlier was already drenched in cold sweat from the shock. Amidst his astonishment, he couldn't help but feel a sense of incomprehension as to how the enemy had managed to achieve this feat.
The formidable aspect of the Head Array was that no one could enter it. Once inside, one would be fixated by the heads, enveloped by vengeful qi, and under the overwhelming wrath, even a ten-thousand-strong army would struggle to withstand the demands of these hundred thousand vengeful spirits.
Yet, the enemy had only used three light paper figurines to withstand the weight of these hundred thousand vengeful spirits? Logically, the deeper one ventured into the array, the greater the pressure one would feel, making it fundamentally impossible for anyone to pass through the entire Head Array.
But now, not only had the enemy broken through, but those holding the white flags had even started running...
"Elder Qian, wasn't he the one who caused trouble in Quzhou...?"
Amidst the chaos, someone shouted, "The disciples from Jujube Ridge said they saw her! That damnable little demoness who deserves a thousand deaths by flaying and heart extraction, she's currently with the Grain Guard Army, and she came with them. This skill of manipulating paper figurines is her specialty..."
"Is it her?"
This Elder Qian, who had set up the Head Array, served as a military advisor in the army.
However, on the Western Mountain Path, he was a renowned figure. In his earlier years, he had served as a local official under the Unchanging Li family. Later, as he aged, he bribed the Unchanging Messenger and thus avoided death.
Now, he was considered the top person on the Western Mountain Path, aside from the local official of the Unchanging Li family. But upon hearing that it was that demoness, his face paled.
He should have taken a closer look first, but now there was no time.
He cried out, "Quick, quick, summon the Eleven Sects! That demoness is here, and she's going to cast spells with me!"
As he shouted, figures of panic had already rushed out from both sides, some not even properly dressed, but all carrying or holding large boxes, or having their disciples carry them, and placing them on the pass, arranging them in a line.
What was strange was that the commotion within the pass was growing, but the Divine Bestowed King and the Stupa Army had yet to make a move.
"Go!"
These eleven individuals who had rushed over were all exceptional talents on the Western Mountain Path.
It was said that there were originally fourteen of them, but earlier, they had made enemies and were slaughtered, their entire families wiped out.
And the manner of their deaths was too gruesome to bear witness.
But now, as they acted together, they impressed onlookers. The boxes were opened one by one, and the contents were tossed out with a clatter.
As they burned incense and chanted, the items inside the boxes unfolded—bridges, tall buildings, trees, courtyard walls, and even intricate little figurines and hill-like shapes, all made of paper.
After gently landing on the ground, they were secured with paper, creating a white, fluttering sight that swayed in the wind.
From a distance, it was both eerie and quite pleasing to the eye.
This was a skill for deceiving ghosts, a technique prepared in advance before setting up the Head Array, and a backup plan.
Using Xuan paper as a backing and willow branches as a framework, although these were paper creations, in the hands of experts from the Punishing Soul Sect, they could appear real to the living. But to the vengeful spirits, they were genuine.
Moreover, their craftsmanship was exquisite, and hidden within were ancient artifacts from various sects. When used together, they could confuse the senses of the vengeful spirits, making them believe they had already reincarnated.
"Hehe, using such skills right in front of me?"
On the other side of the Head Array, obscured by black fog to onlookers, Second Pot Head could see the commotion at Tiger Pass. He immediately let out a cold laugh and was about to take action, casting spells to burn the enemy's shabby items.
But just as he was about to act, Sweet Potato Burn waved her hand, "No need."
She narrowed her eyes, looking across, and coldly said, "If this is all you've got, how can you be our Little Ancestor?"
Upon hearing this, Second Pot Head was both surprised and suspicious, but he temporarily held back. He watched as she lifted her hand and held up the burning incense she had been holding.
Facing the green smoke, she asked, "Hey?"
"It's me!"
"Brothers, you've enjoyed the blessings of following me, but today, it's your turn for glory and wealth..."
"Yes, today is the day!"
"All of you, come out for me, and charge with the White Flag bearers!"
"..."
As she spoke, it was visible to the naked eye that the smoke rising from the green incense she held did not disperse but instead circled around her.
The circle expanded rapidly, growing from several zhang to over a hundred zhang in the blink of an eye, causing onlookers to feel alarmed and retreat, making way for her, even Erguotou and Hu Ma, who hesitated to disturb her.
The next moment, wails and laughter erupted from within the incense circle as countless shadows emerged from underground. From a distance, only a sea of heads could be seen, shouting, "Greetings, Granny!" and "Wishing Granny peace!"
Then, a gust of Yin Wind chased after the white flags fluttering in the Head Array.
The hundreds of ghosts formed a massive Yin Wind, each gust pursuing a white flag, creating a scene akin to heaven and earth overturning. The torrent surged forward with overwhelming force.
Erguotou, witnessing this spectacle, was stunned. "Where did she summon so many wandering ghosts and wild spirits?"
"Even when I set up an altar, I couldn't attract this many!"
"No, these aren't summoned. She called them here..."
Hu Ma was equally bewildered, vaguely recalling that Sweet Potato Burn had mentioned having many brothers underground...
But was this all she had?
When did this girl become a super Ghost King? How did she end up with more wandering ghosts and wild spirits than his own Yin General, albeit lighter in weight?
Those observing the duel from further away were even more astonished, especially the Central General Shen Hongzhi.
She initially didn't understand why Sweet Potato Burn wanted the troublemakers, traitors, and bandits from the army to form the White Hemp Army.
Only now did she realize the extent of her adoptive sister's abilities, possessing a Ghost Army.
Amidst everyone's shock, Sweet Potato Burn, hands on her hips, burst into laughter, "See if you dare defy me now!"
"Last time in Quzhou, I was outnumbered. This time, I have plenty of help, and it's my turn to show off!"
As her laughter filled the air, she called out, and her body floated in mid-air, appearing mystical in the night.
But as the Yin Wind blew, one could see that she was seated in a massive palanquin carried by over a hundred little ghosts, exuding pride and confidence. The little ghosts below her cheered, following her as she charged towards the Head Array.
"We're doomed! Doomed!"
At Tiger Pass, the sorcerers from Quzhou never anticipated this move.
They thought the three paper figurines were the key, only to realize their opponent was even more formidable.
The Head Array, already half-breached, was now inundated with countless wandering ghosts and wild spirits, their Yin Wind and wrathful qi converging, overwhelming the array.
The once formidable Head Array showed signs of collapsing.
Quzhou's Punishing Soul Sect had many members and various unorthodox techniques, especially when their eleven members gathered, rarely encountering a challenge in the art of sorcery.
However, the size of the Head Array, not a sophisticated technique, made it difficult to breach.
The opponent's strategy also relied on the same principle—size.
Whether it was the weight of the three paper figurines' lives, the White Hemp Army luring ghosts with their flags, or the wild spirit army, all depended on sheer numbers.
Their approach was straightforward, using size to overwhelm with a primal force, a return to simplicity and dominance.
This was a battle they couldn't win!
The sorcerers at Tiger Pass were overwhelmed, some even contemplating retreat, but the fear of punishment from the Divine Bestowed King for disobedience held them back.
The guards at the pass, faced with the howling Yin Wind, were paralyzed with fear, their weapons slipping from trembling hands.
"Quick, summon the Western Hall Official..."
Amidst the despair, a voice cried out.
Elder Qian, reminded, reluctantly took out a paper talisman and threw it into the air.
The talisman ignited, transforming into a sea of green flames, mysterious and eerie.
As the green flames rose, the three paper figurines and the rolling wrathful qi heading towards the pass seemed to diminish.
The flames seemed to possess the power to subdue evil spirits.
As the green flames descended, a stronger Yin Wind blew at Tiger Pass. This wind was icy and heavy, capable of chilling one to the bone.
Even the torches at Tiger Pass turned a dark green, and an unseen layer of frost crept over the massive stones.
Rattle...
At that moment, from the depths of the night, the sound of clanking chains echoed.
The other side of the Head Array realized something was amiss and looked up, seeing figures in oversized white robes with tall hats, their bodies transparent and chained, slowly emerging from Tiger Pass.
It stared intently at the Head Array below Tiger Pass and the wandering ghosts and wild spirits that had charged into the pass.
As if frowning, the next moment, its body suddenly split into two, then four, and then eight, quickly filling the air with a dense mass. It seemed as if there were even more of them than the ghosts and spirits below.
Then, one half raised the iron chains in their hands, while the other half raised their mourning sticks. They swayed in the air and descended from above.
"Oh no, they've invited the Impermanence Li Family..."
The ghosts and spirits, which had been charging fiercely just a moment ago, were suddenly scared to tears by the appearance of the Impermanence Li Family. Without hesitation, they turned around and rushed back into the array, passing through the sweet potato burn without a second thought.
Some of them even called out, "The supervisor is here, let's go, Granny..."
The palanquin bearers all ran away, leaving the sweet potato burn on the ground. The sweet potato burn cried out in pain as he held his waist and stood up.
He cursed, "It's you guys again..."
"They're the ghosts of the Impermanence Li Family!"
Hu Ma also glanced at them, his eyebrows already knitted in displeasure.
Just a moment ago, he had been thinking that the sweet potato burn had so many ghosts and spirits, which could be of great use.
But now he realized that these ghosts and spirits were naturally under the jurisdiction of the Impermanence Li Family. At the sight of them, they would flee, unlike the shadow troops under the command of the Yin General. Those shadow troops were like subordinates of the Yin General, and the Impermanence Li Family had no control over them.
This was also the reason why the sweet potato burn had repeatedly suffered setbacks in front of the Impermanence Li Family.
Since they possessed the ability to punish souls, they had to be restrained by the Impermanence Li Family.
Of course, that was in the past! Right before Tiger Pass, when the Impermanence Li Family appeared, and the wild spirits around the sweet potato burn were scared out of their wits, Hu Ma's soul light suddenly intensified.
In his hand, there appeared a golden book with a golden paper cover. As the wind blew, the pages rustled, and in an instant, golden light filled the four corners of the battlefield. Golden-armored warriors appeared simultaneously.
Their terrifying might almost suppressed the entire battlefield and trapped the Impermanence Li Family within.
The golden-armored warriors could not harm the living, but they could injure ghosts and spirits. In theory, the Impermanence Li Family was specially permitted to traverse the realms of Yin and Yang, capturing ghosts and retrieving souls. Although the golden-armored warriors guarded the mortal realm, they maintained a mutual non-interference with the Impermanence Li Family.
However, if one insisted on causing harm, it was not impossible.
Even the Impermanence Li Family, who had been preparing to capture the wild spirits below, was forced to stop by this formidable aura. They stood there, dumbfounded, and raised their heads.
Hu Ma put away the Golden Armor Collection and slowly walked forward. Passing through the Head Array, he stared at the Impermanence Li Family and shouted, "Get out!"
"..."
The Impermanence Li Family trembled at his command, and suddenly, two became one, quickly shrinking.
The sweet potato burn, having witnessed this, also froze. Turning his head, he looked at Hu Ma in surprise.
The ghosts and spirits that had been shaken by the golden aura were now frozen in their escape.
"Hu..."
Amidst the silence, on Tiger Pass, where the green flames had just burned, a trembling voice sounded, "Great Master Hu, you... The Impermanence Li Family is responsible for capturing ghosts and apprehending the wicked. But you... you're blocking them with the golden armor. This... this is probably not good..."
Before he could finish, Hu Ma narrowed his eyes and coldly shouted, "You get out too!"
The voice suddenly weakened and fell silent. It was unclear if they dared not speak or had truly left.
But at that moment, behind the Impermanence Li Family in the air, shadows flickered slightly, and thick fog emerged in the air. The fog grew denser and heavier, gradually descending towards the ground.
When it touched the ground, a door seemed to open within the fog, and two figures slowly emerged.
The crowd saw two young ladies, one in a white robe and the other in a black robe.
They lowered their eyes and slowly bowed to Hu Ma, saying, "Brother Hu, it's been a long time since we last met in the capital. May we offer you some tea?"
Hu Ma recognized them as the twin young misses of the Impermanence Li Family, whom he had met in the capital before. They were indeed considered long-standing friends of the Hu Family.
But now, Hu Ma only coldly replied, "No need."
"There's no need for formalities or politeness."
"I have something to ask. You two young misses cannot make decisions. Call your family's head to speak with me!"
"..."
The two young misses of the Li Family looked at each other helplessly. Due to the difference in seniority and status, they dared not argue.
At this moment, a cold wind blew as the Impermanence Li Family appeared, and the atmosphere in the field became mysterious and oppressive. Only in front of Hu Ma, within the Head Array, did the sweet potato burn turn to look at one person and then another, eager to try.
Hu Ma understood her intentions and nodded at her, saying indifferently, "Just do your thing. I want to see who the Li Family will send to stop you!"
"I..."
Upon hearing these words, the sweet potato burn almost burst into tears with excitement. Her body trembled with emotion.
She wiped her eyes vigorously and said, moved, "It's still the seniors who care for me the most!"
When she lowered her sleeves, her face was filled with excitement and joy. She shouted, "Brothers, did you see that?"
"We have backers too!"
"From this moment on, the Li Family can't control us anymore! Charge with me!"
"..."
Oh, the excitement! The ghosts and spirits on the ground were also stirred up, and within the Head Array, the vengeful qi surged, rolling and enveloping the entire Tiger Pass.
(End of Chapter)
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