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第五卷 天云十二州 第一千一百八十九章 生与死的瞬间

That treasure was about seven to eight zhang long, resembling a large animal's thigh bone. The surface was wrapped in malevolent qi; its power could not be underestimated. Roar!

The Corpse Devil let out a loud roar and opened his mouth, spewing out a foul-smelling corpse blood that contained dark green venom. This blood was immediately absorbed by the treasure, followed by the sound of cracking bones as it transformed into a white bone demon snake, which spat out toxic mists toward the Nine-headed Serpent.

On the other side, the Pangolin's eyes glinted with ferocity, and he formed hand seals. His body rapidly grew in size amidst surging demonic winds, revealing a monstrous creature several zhang long. He had transformed into his true form.

As a late-stage transformed beast, the Pangolin's presence was formidable indeed. Its body was covered by thick scales, its gaping mouth with razor-sharp teeth like gleaming knives. It was not inferior to a dragon in appearance; it might even be slightly superior. Roar!

The sound echoed through the wilderness, causing yellow light to flicker in mid-air and nearby soil to levitate, forming sharp stone spears.

This was an earth attribute spell, specifically a high-grade one. In terms of power, it would not fall short of ordinary treasures; in fact, it might even surpass them.

Lin Xuan's face showed satisfaction as he nodded. However, with the situation at hand, delving into details would be futile. The priority was to deal with this crisis.

Thoughts raced through Lin Xuan's mind, but it was too late. With the Nine-headed Serpent's power surging, everything before him instantly reversed.

The monster flicked its tail, sending countless flying daggers into the sky. These projectiles fearlessly clashed with the stone spears and white bone demon snake, their clashing sounds easily nullifying the Pangolin and Corpse Devil's attacks.

Following this, the daggers took control, swarming toward the two monsters. Amidst demonic qi and dark winds, two blood mists could be vaguely seen...

Through spiritual awareness, Lin Xuan knew that the Pangolin and Corpse Devil had not perished but were severely injured. However, he was too preoccupied with his own dire situation to worry about them.

After the Nine-headed Serpent's power surged, the balance between him and the beast was shattered. The silver light on the surface of the ball of light dwindled to a small portion before completely turning black. It then crashed toward Lin Xuan. "Ah!"

Moon cried out in alarm as Lin Xuan's face turned pale with shock. This ball of light was the result of a clash between the Nine-headed Serpent and a supreme divine treasure.

Even an old monster at the Separation Stage would not be able to withstand its power; could he really perish here?

Drops of sweat formed on his forehead as Lin Xuan had faced countless trials since entering the immortal path, but none compared to this. However, he was far from giving up. Defense alone wouldn't work, so Lin Xuan activated Nine Heavens Micro-step.

Avoid!

Lin Xuan didn't want to disintegrate here, but stepping forward only made his face whiter. The Nine Heavens Micro-step had lost its effect; could it be due to the energy interference with spatial laws?

Lin Xuan's face showed a bitter smile as the ball of light collided with his first layer of defense. The blue water wall was solid and heavy, repelling ordinary treasures' attacks. However, now it seemed paper-thin, breaking apart with a 'sibilant' sound.

Lin Xuan's eyes twitched; the ball of light was only twenty zhang away from him. He tried Nine Heavens Micro-step again but to no avail.

Despair filled Lin Xuan as he had nowhere else to hide. A determined look flashed in his eyes, and past scenes played before his mind.

He never thought that after so long a struggle with fate, he would die here. In the moment of impending death, his last feelings were not sorrow or fear but concern and reluctance. The immortal world was harsh, but there was something more precious to him than life. Moon...

With her simple nature, could she take care of herself if she were alone? Even though falling meant certain death, Lin Xuan didn't want Moon to die with him.

Love her; give her happiness. In the final moment, Lin Xuan removed all his defenses, as they had no use now. He would die anyway, but he wanted to save some energy for Moon's sake. His sleeves fluttered, and an ancient-looking long spear flew out.

Lin Xuan grabbed it, pouring his remaining power into it. Bloodshot veins appeared in his face; this was the result of overexertion. Lin Xuan had also used a secret technique to temporarily boost his cultivation.

The immense power entered the spear instantly as Lin Xuan shouted and swung it forward. Sibilant...

A sound so sharp that it made one's teeth ache. The left side of the void twisted as Lin Xuan struck, slicing through space. This involved spatial laws, something only a Separation Stage cultivator could master.

By normal standards, an Incubus-stage cultivator couldn't touch such power. But Lin Xuan was no ordinary peer; this long spear from Snow Fox Queen was truly remarkable, with spatial effects. With all his might, he finally tore open a gap in the space.

Escaping wasn't possible; such a small gap wouldn't allow him to squeeze through. Even though Incubus-stage cultivators could separate their essence from their bodies, they were still not fully solidified. Without the body's protection, entering the spatial gap would be certain death. But Moon could go through it.

A white light flashed as Lin Xuan forcibly pulled out Moon, his face filled with tenderness. In this life-or-death moment, there was no fear in his eyes; only deep concern and love: "Girl, the immortal path is long; I can't accompany you. Promise to take care of yourself."

With a wave of his sleeves, Lin Xuan enveloped Moon with residual power. This protective barrier would keep her safer in the spatial gap: "Promise me, live well." He then pushed Moon into the space gap.

"No!"

A heart-wrenching cry echoed as Moon's tears rolled down her face; she couldn't abandon him.

Without you, what use is immortality?

Is eternal life worth it if I can't be by your side?

Moon didn't want anything else. She didn't wish to become an immortal or the Demon King; she just wanted to stay by his side forever, sharing hardships and falling into the netherworld together. No matter the future, as long as she held his hand, even through fiery mountains, she wouldn't feel pain but only a gentle, happy smile.

In that moment of being pushed out, Moon's face showed determination. A silver light shone as a crescent-shaped short sword appeared in her hands, less than a zhang long and exquisitely crafted with gemstones embedded at the grip. The inscriptions on it were unknown to Lin Xuan.

With a wave of her hand, the silver light blinded as she tore through his protective barrier.

"Moon..."

Lin Xuan was shocked and anxious as Moon threw herself into his arms: "Master, I love you. I don't want to live alone in this world; I'd rather die with you."

Though Lin Xuan had long known her feelings, hearing those three words from her mouth for the first time moved him deeply.

In that final moment, both were about to disintegrate. Moon no longer cared and buried herself in Lin Xuan's embrace. In life or death, she was not afraid; her eyes soft with happiness and tenderness.

"Stupid girl!"

Lin Xuan was both angry and touched but it was too late now. This scene that seemed complex took place instantaneously under the immense pressure of the ball of light.

Lin Xuan held Moon tightly, struggling was useless. Turning around, he used his body as a shield to protect her, even though he knew it was futile.

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