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第三卷 幽州乱 第五百一十七章 太虚报仇

Lin Xuan licked his lips. They tasted bitter. Xiao Jian's gaze met Lin Xuan’s, and they both saw the astonishment in each other's eyes.

They thought it was impossible. The old monsters at the元婴期 stage not only had formidable cultivation but were also cunning as ghosts.

Such internal strife could only give the阴魂 an opportunity to grow stronger. They would never do something so foolish even if they were angry inside.

But how should this strange phenomenon be explained?

The unusual movement of qi hadn’t subsided; it was actually expanding…

"Big Brother, what’s happening?" Xiao Jian withdrew his consciousness. The distance was too great for him to gather much information. He asked with a puzzled expression.

"Ask me? Go ask someone else?" Lin Xuan's lips curled into a bitter smile as he retorted.

Xiao Jian wasn't deterred: "Since that's the case, let’s hurry on our way. I think the gathering at Mist Concealment Peak is about to begin."

"That sounds good."

Lin Xuan nodded. If other cultivators saw such an anomaly, they would try to investigate it. But Lin Xuan and Xiao Jian were no ordinary people; such a widespread celestial disturbance could only mean one of two things: either a rare treasure had appeared or there was intense conflict among the cultivators.

However, with their keen eyes, they easily deduced that what was happening before them was definitely the latter—a battle at the元婴 stage. It would be best to stay away; accidentally getting caught up in it could endanger their lives.

The two foxes exchanged a sly smile and prepared to depart.

"Hey?"

Lin Xuan’s body emitted a faint green glow, as if sensing something, and he paused his power cultivation. He raised an eyebrow and looked towards the distance.

"Big Brother, what is it?" Xiao Jian stopped casting spells, looking surprised. But in the next moment, his expression turned very ugly.

The continuous explosions had ceased, but several astonishingly powerful qi currents were approaching at a breathtaking speed.

Clearly, one side had won; the other was fleeing.

Generally, by the time cultivators reached the元婴 stage, their strength varied, but winning or losing battles was common. These old monsters each had a few life-preserving techniques up their sleeves.

But it was better for that guy to escape than to head towards them.

Lin Xuan and Xiao Jian exchanged glances, no longer hesitating. Their bodies emitted light as they changed course in another direction.

Meanwhile, about 80 li away, a greenish-blue streak of light flew at incredible speed. The light was somewhat dim, suggesting the person inside was injured.

It was a female cultivator in her twenties with black, lustrous hair reaching down to her waist. She wore a green silk robe, her figure graceful and her face beautiful. But her large, bright eyes held an ominous aura that made one feel uneasy.

Her cultivation level was formidable—中期元婴. However, she wasn't human; she was the Fairy Peacock.

The leader of the Qinyin Mountains, she had left the occupied area and ventured deep into the heart of幽州. Her luck seemed to be bad; just two days after arriving, she met several old monsters from the 正道.

At 碧云山's One-Line Canyon, under the auspices of the 雷云山庄, they often feuded but were still united in spirit. The old monsters had come together for this gathering.

The sight of the Fairy Peacock made Tai Xu True Man furious; if not for her inexplicable attacks last time in the陷区, he wouldn't have been injured by the Demon Emperor.

As an元婴 cultivator, Tai Xu True Man hadn’t suffered such humiliation before. Seeing this woman now only reignited his old and new grudges.

Without a word, he activated his treasure.

The other old monster present was puzzled but not one to be easily moved by sentiment. Though impressed by the Fairy Peacock’s cultivation level, he could tell she was an化形期妖兽.

Humans and beasts didn’t have enmity, but they also didn’t have much goodwill towards each other. A fight often broke out when words failed.

化形期妖兽 were common; if killed, her body would yield a valuable妖丹. But every part of her was precious.

Thinking this, Old Monster Ma and Round Enlightenment Ancestor felt their hearts race as they estimated the odds. The Fairy Peacock’s cultivation was slightly superior, but with three against one, there was at least an 80% chance of victory.

Such a good opportunity couldn’t be missed. Besides, helping Tai Xu True Man would earn him a favor. It was a win-win situation.

The two old monsters exchanged glances and activated their treasures. A battle that could have been avoided began.

As a灵鸟 with ancient heritage, the Fairy Peacock had more unique abilities than other beasts. This woman was already at the中期化形 stage, able to transform from bird to human form. Even among her peers in the Qinyin Mountains, she was a formidable figure. Despite being trapped by three enemies, this woman showed no fear.

However, she underestimated them.

Those who could condense an元婴 were wise and resilient. These old fellows had lived for centuries, weathering storms. Although they remained at the初期元婴 stage due to good fortune, their powers and abilities were refined.

In a one-on-one fight, none of them would be the Fairy Peacock’s match. Even with two against one, the odds weren’t high. But with three attacking one, the Fairy Peacock was in trouble.

Moreover, as senior elders of a sect, they wouldn't attend such gatherings alone. Spirit Medicine Mountain preferred subtlety, and True Man Tong Fei brought Lin Xuan along with two other elder cultivators. These old fellows had more grandeur; many condensation period cultivators followed them.

In the cultivation world, survival of the fittest was the rule. The victor became a king, while the defeated were outcasts. No one cared about methods. Disciples rushed in…

The Fairy Peacock’s treasure couldn’t withstand direct confrontation with the others, so she resorted to harassment tactics. Such a battle would leave even the Extreme Evil True Man fleeing. Although this female demon was proud, she wasn't stubborn.

Clearly, her chances today were slim; a misstep could lead to her demise. A gentleman seeks revenge ten years later. The Fairy Peacock fought while planning her escape.

The three old monsters anticipated this. Despite her clever tactics, the Fairy Peacock’s situation grew more perilous. She had no choice but to use a dangerous secret technique, instantly boosting her cultivation level and barely escaping.

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