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第一千八百七十章 创造机会

Chapter 1870: Creating an Opportunity

The woman?

Lin Xuan was initially taken aback. This supposed late-stage Profound Knowledge expert turned out to be a woman?

But his expression soon returned to calm. What did gender matter on the path of cultivation? The former Asura King, who ruled over the Netherworld and had power comparable to True Immortals, was known as the first beauty in the world.

From the lowest depths of the Nine Hells to the highest heavens, except for the Queen of the Azure Peak Kingdom among the Three Demon Kings of the Spirit Realm, no woman could compare to her charm.

However, Lin Xuan's eyes narrowed slightly. His expression did not show even a hint of carelessness; instead, it grew more serious.

His earlier feelings were correct—the opponent was indeed an expert at late-stage Profound Knowledge. Her attire was unique to the Spirit Realm, and that pure Yin energy indicated she was undoubtedly a ghost from the Netherworld.

Lin Xuan had no doubt about this. He was one hundred percent certain of his judgment. His face showed apprehension, but he was secretly mulling over something. This really was an unlucky turn of events; with no clue about Red Leaf Island's secrets, he had run into such a powerful Netherworld expert.

He wasn't lying when he felt uneasy. He knew his situation well. Even with numerous great techniques and treasures at his disposal, facing such a cultivator would still leave him without any chance of victory.

With thoughts racing through his mind, Lin Xuan's expression became resolute.

Not only was there no chance of winning, but even if the odds were fifty-fifty, he had no interest in fighting this powerful expert to the death. Lin Xuan always sought benefits when doing things; he would never engage in a futile effort unless absolutely necessary.

Taking a deep breath, Lin Xuan stretched out his hand. Dozens of talismans slid into his palm.

These were Five Elements Talismans, containing various spells. However, due to their difficulty and one-time use, high-stage cultivators rarely paid much attention to them.

After all, they were too expensive, and their utility in battle was uncertain. Ordinary Five Elements Talismans lacked the power of true treasures.

But Lin Xuan had different needs. With his substantial resources, these talismans were always at hand. While they might not show significant effects in ordinary battles, they could be crucial in critical moments.

The key lay in timing and the cultivator's skill.

Lin Xuan waved his sleeves, arranging dozens of talismans before him. These talismans had considerable power, mostly at the Separation stage. Individually, each wasn't much, but collectively, even a late-stage Profound Knowledge expert would hesitate to face them head-on.

Without any extra movements, the talismans ignited on their own. Various attacks followed—ice arrows, lightning fire, thunderbolts, earth spikes, and wooden chains—all rushing towards the opponent.

But this was not the end. Lin Xuan's actions were as fluid as flowing clouds; he did not pause at all. As soon as he threw out the talismans, his left hand extended, brushing his waist. A flicker of spiritual light appeared, revealing a peculiar-looking treasure—a dilapidated tower with seven layers.

Without hesitation, Lin Xuan cast an incantation. The Ten Thousand Souls Tower shook, and a bright light emerged from the first layer. The white light transformed into a vortex, buzzing loudly as a blood-red insect cloud flew out.

The insect cloud was vast, covering several dozen acres. It obscured the entire space around it. If one were to count carefully, Lin Xuan had likely released over two hundred blood fire ants this time.

The sheer number was astonishing, but what mattered most about these blood fire ants was their reproductive power. These demonic insects were just a small fraction of those Lin Xuan possessed.

While they couldn't defeat a late-stage Profound Knowledge expert, they could buy him some time.

Lin Xuan's strategy was interconnected. Using the talismans aimed to delay the opponent so he could release the blood fire ants. Once these demons were out, they would provide even more time.

His calculations proved correct.

Dozens of powerful attack talismans only bought a few moments' respite before those ice arrows and lightning fires were swept away by this woman.

With a roar, fierce Yin winds blew from behind her. The Fairy Green Abyss was angered by Lin Xuan's immediate engagement without any regard for women.

"Die!"

The woman's cold voice rang out, though its pleasant tone did not mask the lethal intent within. She flicked her jade hand, preparing to summon a treasure. At that moment, the massive insect cloud flew out from the Ten Thousand Souls Tower.

Her expression froze.

In the Netherworld, she had faced insect cultivators before, but none were as exaggerated as this. One move unleashed millions of demonic insects; she was tempted to flee.

However, such thoughts only flashed through her mind briefly. The demons before her carried a hint of primitive savagery but lacked any outstanding qualities. She would test their power first and decide how to proceed.

A fierce look appeared in the woman's eyes as she extended her hand gently forward. Despite this, the cold Yin winds clashed with her delicate movements.

The Yin wind coalesced into view, revealing a grotesque green-faced demon.

Of course, it was just an illusory image, half of its body visible—head and shoulders only—but still enormous in size. It gnawed loudly before opening its blood-red maw.

Puff...

From the demon's mouth, green ghost flames shot out, sweeping towards the blood fire ants.

The acrid smell spread as the frontmost circle of blood fire ants was instantly incinerated into charcoal.

"Only a superficial attempt."

Fairy Green Abyss exhaled in relief. A hint of disdain appeared on her face. Just now, she had nearly been frightened by him; it seemed this test was indeed correct.

As she thought this, her expression changed. The frontmost blood fire ants were reduced to nothing, but the demons behind them ignored everything, seemingly unaware of death, continuing their relentless assault.

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