Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 256 Sword Qi Soars to the Clouds (Seeking Subscriptions)

Following closely behind He Zhengming were four of his disciples who shared the same lineage.

They all unleashed their magical treasures, which transformed into various spiritual lights and, together with the bronze bell, crashed into the Demon Soul Banner in the Xunfeng position.

"How brave!"

At the location of the Demon Soul Banner in the Xunfeng position, Hou Feifan appeared, his thin demonic body wielding the Hun Tian Staff, enduring the attacks of He Zhengming's bronze bell and the magic weapons of his four junior brothers.

The clanging sound echoed throughout the heavens and earth.

Hou Feifan possessed extraordinary strength, single-handedly withstanding the magic weapons of five sect members, including He Zhengming, who were at the Foundation Establishment stage, without being at a disadvantage.

at the same time.

Shen Xuan unleashed nine exquisite [Evil-Breaking Divine Thunder Talismans], which shone with golden light and swiftly hurtled towards the Qian Tian Position Demon Soul Banner in the northwest corner.

This location is the entrance to the Nine Nether Soul-Capturing Array.

"Master Shen, this road is blocked!"

Nangong Guang revealed himself, and a Blood Spirit Demon Tower rose up in front of him, growing to ten zhang tall to block the lightning talisman attack.

The lightning bolt formed by the [Evil-Breaking Divine Thunder Talisman] struck the Blood Spirit Demon Tower, and the azure arc of electricity traveled up the tower's body to its tip before quickly dissipating.

"Hey, Nangong Guang, not bad. This Demon Tower is specifically designed to deal with me!"

"Hmph, Master Shen, are you afraid?"

For more than a decade, Nangong Guang had been suppressed by Shen Xuan. Su Jiayuan, whom he had almost taken, was rescued, and even his avatar was offered up voluntarily.

At this moment, the pent-up frustration of many years was swept away.

"Yes, I'm very scared!"

The voice just fell.

Shen Xuan activated nine more exquisite Silver Hook Serpent Venom Talismans and sent them flying toward Nangong Guang.

"Poison talisman?"

"What can a mere poison talisman do to me!"

"Master Shen, witness Nangong's abilities!"

Nangong Guang was smug.

The Blood Spirit Tower spun rapidly, its gates wide open.

A three-zhang-tall demon with a human body and an animal head, its face ugly and exuding a violent aura, wielding a pair of huge black demonic claws, let out a chilling scream as it roared toward Shen Xuan.

"A mid-Foundation Establishment stage ghost?"

Shen Xuan remained motionless.

A light finger.

A golden light flashed.

The golden zombie inside the corpse-raising gourd also swelled to a height of two zhang (approximately 6.6 meters), let out a furious roar, and charged forward.

This golden-bodied zombie, which was obtained from the Li family, a demonic cultivator from the Corpse Refining Sect, has recognized Shen Xuan as its master after Shen Xuan erased the original owner's soul imprint.

For over a year, it rested in the corpse-nurturing gourd, and with Shen Xuan injecting corpse-refining gold powder, it had long since recovered to its original state.

Nevertheless, the golden-bodied zombie was still at a disadvantage in close combat with the demon yaksha.

Bare-handed, facing a pair of demonic claws.

Although both are as hard as metal and stone, after many clashes, the golden zombie's hands will inevitably suffer some damage.

Look around again.

Within the Nine Nether Soul-Capturing Array, demonic energy surged endlessly.

With the support of demonic energy, the demonic cultivators besieging the Qingyun Sect members were in high spirits and used their abilities to their advantage.

He Zhengming, the leader of the group, was entangled with Hou Feifan.

The two fought so fiercely that the sky seemed to collapse and the earth cracked, with constant booming sounds.

For a time, it was difficult to determine a winner.

Shen Xuan shook his head.

He saw it.

He Zhengming held back and did not go all out.

Perhaps they were afraid of Hou Feifan and dared not fight to the death.

Perhaps, he was distracted by the presence of Wu Yulan, who was lurking in the shadows.

However, with He Zhengming tied down, the Qingyun Sect members were besieged by numerous demonic cultivators and gradually could not withstand the onslaught, with the encirclement being continuously compressed.

Shen Xuan counted them.

Our side has only twenty-eight people, eleven of whom are independent cultivators.

In Shen Xuan's eyes, the strength of rogue cultivators was nothing to write home about.

Under such circumstances, it's already quite commendable that they didn't defect to the enemy on the battlefield.

Hoping they can turn things around is nothing short of wishful thinking.

Aside from Wu Yulan and others who were hiding, there were thirty-seven demonic cultivators who appeared in the Nine Nether Soul-Seizing Array.

Their strength was clearly much greater than that of the independent cultivators.

It is also enhanced by demonic energy.

Only Lingxiao Zhenren's four nominal disciples were able to fight one-on-one, with each fight going back and forth.

The rest of the men fought and retreated, only defending and not attacking.

"disease!"

Shen Xuan was considering whether to continue slacking off or break the magic array.

opposite.

Nangong Guang noticed that Shen Xuan was distracted and seized the opportunity to unleash the Blood Demon Sword, which transformed into a streak of blood light and headed straight for Shen Xuan's head.

"Master Shen, watch out!"

Nearby, Tie Wendao raised the Phoenix Wing Blade in his hand, transforming it into a streak of fire, and charged straight at the attacker.

The incident happened so suddenly that even Shen Xuan found it somewhat inexplicable.

He and Tie Wendao had only met once before, when they accompanied Xiao Keyuan to negotiate with the three major demonic cultivators.

The two of them didn't exchange a single word from beginning to end.

It's not that Shen Xuan is arrogant.

He himself rose from the bottom of the rogue cultivators.

They clearly understood the characteristics of the independent cultivator group.

Cowardly, opportunistic, selfish, and treacherous...

These labels cannot be said to be suitable for all independent practitioners.

But it works perfectly for 90% of independent cultivators.

Tie Wendao, though quite renowned among the rogue cultivators of Qingyang Prefecture.

His cultivation level has reached the mid-Foundation Establishment stage.

But he can only put on airs among independent cultivators.

His status was beyond that of any disciple of the Qingyun Sect.

Even the early Foundation Establishment cultivators of the Zhao family are taller than him.

In terms of combat strength, Tie Wendao might not be able to defeat a Foundation Establishment stage cultivator from the Zhao family.

This is the tragedy of independent cultivators.

Even if one obtains an opportunity and elevates their cultivation level.

However, their innate deficiencies, as well as their lack of cultivation techniques, magical treasures, spiritual power, divine soul, and divine consciousness, put them at a disadvantage.

If they were truly capable, they would have joined a sect long ago.

At worst, they would become offerings to powerful cultivation families.

People like Tie Wendao, who are only somewhat decent in combat, have no other skills and can only mingle in the ranks of rogue cultivators.

He wanted to become a retainer of a powerful cultivation family, but they didn't want him!

Weak cultivation families, fearing the invasion of wolves, should also refrain from such practices!

The best way out is to stay where we are now.

They united a group of Foundation Establishment Realm cultivators who also lacked background, connections, or special skills, and banded together for mutual support.

Take advantage of the war between the Dao and the Demons to make a fortune.

Then, I'll buy a second-tier Daoist temple and establish a cultivation family.

Shen Xuan never expected this.

Tie Wendao was so fierce that he rushed to the front and took the hit from Nangong Guang's Blood Demon Sword for him.

Although he is in the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment.

But he was no match for Nangong Guang!

"Boom!"

Tie Wendao, along with his sword, flew backward like a kite with a broken string. As soon as he regained his footing, he spat out a mouthful of blood.

Clearly, he was seriously injured.

Shen Xuan knew at a glance that Tie Wendao was not faking it.

"That's a truly honest person!"

"Could it be because of the favor I did for you last time?"

"Unfortunately, his IQ is questionable!"

Shen Xuan's figure swayed.

He sped up to Nangong Guang.

"Nangong Guang, how dare you injure my friend!"

"court death!"

The voice just fell.

Three figures flew out in front of Shen Xuan.

The cries of eagles, the roars of snakes, and the howls of octopuses.

Then, the three Taiyin Corpse Beasts shone with golden light, as if they were coated with a layer of gold dust.

They all rushed towards Nangong Guang.

Nangong Guang's expression changed drastically.

He spat out his essence blood, and he and the Blood Demon Sword merged into one, turning into nothingness and instantly escaping the Nine Nether Soul-Seizing Array.

He saw clearly.

There were more than just three Taiyin Corpse Beasts on the other side.

It was even refined into a golden body by Shen Xuan.

Strength increased greatly.

If three golden-bodied Taiyin Corpse Beasts get close...

Even if he doesn't die, he'll be badly hurt.

"break!"

Shen Xuan shouted.

The Shadow Octopus Corpse Beast extended eight tentacles, wrapping them tightly around the Qian Tian Position Demon Soul Banner.

The Crimson-Winged Roaring Serpent Corpse Beast and the Golden-Clawed Divine Eagle Corpse Beast also coiled around and grabbed it.

The three golden-bodied Taiyin Corpse Beasts unleashed their power simultaneously.

The Qian Tianwei Demon Soul Banner was forcibly pulled out.

The demonic cultivators who were besieging the Qingyun Sect members immediately changed color and stopped attacking.

Shen Xuan ignored them.

Several arcs of lightning flashed from his body.

After a series of crackling sounds, Shen Xuan disappeared from the spot.

When it reappeared, it was already two hundred feet away.

"Nangong Guang, stay here!"

Shen Xuan used the Lightning Escape Technique repeatedly.

Ten breaths later, it overtook Nangong Guang's flying sword and blocked his path.

"Shen Xuan, don't push your luck!"

Nangong Guang made a hand seal, and surging demonic energy rose up, with the Blood Spirit Demon Tower blocking his way.

The tower gates were wide open.

Not only that demon, but also five other ghostly figures with similar appearances.

"Five Ghosts of One Heart? So what!"

Shen Xuan didn't even bother summoning the golden zombie.

The Azure Water Sword was drawn.

The temperature dropped sharply within a radius of several miles centered on him.

The fine dust in the sky all turned into snowflakes and fell down.

Nangong Guang's expression changed drastically.

Over the years, he has been practicing against Shen Xuan's lightning techniques to improve his combat power.

At this moment, Shen Xuan used ice magic to deal with him.

A deep-seated fear made him uneasy.

"This man is not someone you can defeat by force!"

An absurd idea arose in his mind.

I hope I won't perish here.

Nangong Guang shouted, "Elder Hou, Junior Sister Yulan, if you don't act now, when will you?"

They had discussed it before.

If Shen Xuan is alone.

The three of them should join forces to attack.

We must strive to kill him with a single blow.

In the struggle between the righteous and the demonic, how can one be merciful and soft-hearted!

Two bursts of laughter rang out.

"Master Shen, Yulan is so sorry!"

"Junior, suffer death!"

Wu Yulan, who had been hiding, revealed herself, with a pair of male and female demonic swords guarding her in front of her, ready to strike.

Hou Feifan and He Zhengming clashed, and Hou Feifan used the force of the blow to transform into a bloody shadow, blocking Shen Xuan's retreat.

The three of them vaguely formed a triangle around each other.

The boundless demonic energy surged forth once more, entangled with Shen Xuan's icy aura.

Nangong Guangtou chuckled twice, a hint of joy appearing in his eyes.

As long as Shen Xuan is killed.

With the combined strength of the three of them, no matter how powerful He Zhengming was, he could only flee in disarray.

What they always feared was Shen Xuan, whose strength was unfathomable.

Instead of the so-called Golden Elixir direct disciple He Zhengming.

He Zhengming is an open man.

Even with great strength, there's always a way to deal with it.

Shen Xuan might be slightly weaker.

However, with so many methods, all of which restrain demonic arts, it remains a major threat.

Seeing that Shen Xuan was about to break through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage.

By then, our strength will have greatly increased.

They were even less able to suppress Shen Xuan.

"Junior Brother Shen, don't be afraid, I, He, am here!"

He Zhengming relentlessly pursued Hou Feifan.

However, Hou Feifan had been plotting this for a long time.

Even if He Zhengming were fast, it would still take him two or three breaths to catch up.

This period of time is enough for Hou Feifan and his two companions to launch a joint attack!
at this time.

Shen Xuan's aura surged, and he swept his divine sense over Hou Feifan, Wu Yulan, and Nangong Guang.

Calm and composed.

Before him, the Azure Water Sword emitted a dragon's roar that seemed to transcend the ages.

It transformed into a divine ice dragon and suddenly charged towards Nangong Guang.

opposite.

Nangong Guang gritted his teeth and simultaneously activated the Blood Spirit Demon Tower and the Blood Shadow Sword.

The demon demon and the five united spirits called out to welcome them.

Behind him, Hou Feifan was rushing towards him, wielding the Hun Tian Cudgel and creating countless shadowy sticks.

From the flank, Wu Yulan pointed her jade-like hand, and the male and female demon swords flew up and down silently, shooting towards them.

The three major demonic cultivators of Qingyang Prefecture, the three core-forming seed cultivators of the Blood Spirit Sect, and senior elders and saintesses all joined forces to launch a full-force attack on Shen Xuan!
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