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第五卷 天云十二州 第一千零一十五章 两难

Lin Xuan pondered his escape strategy, and it just so happened that the first wave of attacks came from the fragrance emitted by Shao Petal. While this aroma seemed to soothe the mind, in reality, it was something that could send one's soul flying.

Poisons from flowers were also feared in the Spirit Realm.

However, Lin Xuan had cultivated the Azure Illusion Profound Fire, which itself was an absolute antidote and provided excellent immunity against various toxic techniques.

Of course, Princess New Moon was a major figure in the Spirit Realm. According to logic, even her should be able to withstand the Azure Illusion Profound Fire. However, since she was only at the Core Formation Stage now, her "Floral Fragrance Array" was barely one percent of its full power, significantly weakening the toxin effects and leaving them little more than superficial abilities.

Although Lin Xuan felt a slight discomfort, he didn't think this level of control would be enough to subdue him.

Lin Xuan struck hard at Princess New Moon's abdomen with his Phoenix Dance Nine Heavens Technique. Despite her Core Formation Stage status, she bent over from the impact.

Not idle, Lin Xuan cast one禁制: prohibition, restriction after another, binding and cutting off her Spirit Energy.

With a dozen or so consecutive restrictions in place, even an advanced Core Formation cultivator would be helpless. But Lin Xuan was still unsatisfied. After a moment of hesitation, he reached into his waistband and pulled out an jade box. Opening the lid, several golden talismans appeared.

Lin Xuan stuck these onto Princess New Moon's body. The talismans flashed and transformed into large golden runes that sank into her flesh.

In just a blink of an eye, all this was done. Despite being a respected figure in the Upper Realm, Princess New Moon had never experienced such pain before.

In combat between cultivators, it was usually secret techniques and magical artifacts. Yet, Lin Xuan used them freely, making him stand out even more.

With her abdomen bound by the Profound Rope, Princess New Moon's face turned green with rage as Lin Xuan waved his hands, casting one restriction after another.

"Princess, you needn't entertain any侥幸: lucky chance," Lin Xuan said coldly. "Locked in by my treasures and subjected to seventeen or eight consecutive restrictions, along with soul-sealing talismans, if you can still break free, I might as well self-destruct."

"How do you plan on handling me?" Princess New Moon asked indifferently.

"Princess, don't delude yourself," Lin Xuan sneered. "I saved your life, but you tried to kill me just now."

Lin Xuan's expression darkened.

"You accuse me of repaying an act of kindness with malice? I gave you a chance." Princess New Moon retorted.

"Chance, serving as your vassal?" Lin Xuan sneered. "Perhaps in the Upper Realm, your status is indeed formidable, but many cultivators would beg to be your servants. But remember, everyone has their choices. My goal is to advance to the Separation Stage and ascend to the Upper Realm for eternal life. I have my principles; freedom means everything to me. Otherwise, what's the point of immortality? I won't kneel before anyone, let alone serve you."

"Hmph, you are indeed a clever person, no wonder you caught me," Princess New Moon said with a sly look.

"Why do you say that?" Lin Xuan's voice grew colder.

"You don't need to pretend anymore. You've restrained me, but I must be annoyed and unsure how to handle it. You can't just kill me with one sword."

"Princess, are you so confident? Do you really think I am a gentleman who wouldn't harm an innocent?" Lin Xuan's brows furrowed as cold killing intent emerged.

However, Princess New Moon was not afraid: "Whether or not you are a gentleman is unknown to me. But if you want to kill, why waste words? You can take my head with one sword now, but I'm sure you won't."

"Why?" Lin Xuan's expression remained calm, but his heart felt ominous.

"Because I said so. Before we turned against each other, our conversation was clear in your mind. I didn't exaggerate; I secretly came to the Lower Realm. But my father left a mark on my soul. Even though I concealed it with secret techniques, if you kill me, he will know and send relentless pursuit from the Spirit Realm."

"Hmph, Princess, you said that after the change in the laws of nature, Upper Realm cultivators could no longer come to our world," Lin Xuan said coldly.

"I did say that, but usually. I'm here now, aren't I? Moreover, if my father gets angry, do you think mere heavenly laws can restrain him? He might descend with full power for his only daughter. Would he hesitate?" Princess New Moon gloated.

Lin Xuan fell silent, then rolled his eyes: "Is it too much to ask that you reverse the laws of nature and forcefully come down here? Are you exaggerating?"

"Hmph, my father's abilities are beyond your comprehension as a Core Formation cultivator. Believe or not, if he gets angry, he could exterminate all life in this world. Even without him coming, his subordinates will relentlessly pursue us."

Lin Xuan fell silent, realizing the truth.

He hadn't killed her because he might have tampered with her soul; if he did, news would spread to the Spirit Realm immediately.

Though Lin Xuan didn't master such techniques, he had seen them in ancient texts. Thus, he resorted to multiple restrictions.

Originally, his plan was to use threats and deception to turn the tables and make Princess New Moon a non-threat while gaining many benefits.

But he miscalculated.

Princess New Moon, raised in luxury, lacked combat experience, falling for her own trap. However, she was very clever, not foolish, seeing through his reluctance to kill her. This made it difficult to use threats or inducements.

Lin Xuan frowned and fell silent.

"Lin Daoist, let's make a deal," Princess New Moon said sweetly.

"What?" Lin Xuan said impatiently.

"If you release me, I promise not to oppose you further. We can turn enemies into friends. What do you say?"

"Hmph, are you calling me a fool?"

In terms of cunning, although young, Lin Xuan had outsmarted many ancient monsters in his journey through cultivation and was far from being fooled by such schemes.

Ps: How will Lin Xuan handle this?

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