Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan were engulfed by the powerful energy barrier, instantly losing their sense of their surroundings. They had expected a violent explosion or even a more intense attack, but as the energy gathered, the entire space became eerily silent.

"This..." Zhao Shufang frowned slightly and gently felt around with her hands. The air was filled with a heavy sense of oppression.

Lu Lingyuan's gaze remained alert. Although he sensed the surrounding atmosphere was unusual, he felt a greater sense of unease emanating from the space. "This is... a seal," he said slowly. "It's not a simple restriction, but some kind of sealing formation. It blocks our connection with the outside world."

"Sealing formation?" Zhao Shufang repeated. She turned and looked around, trying to find any sign of a breakthrough. However, all she saw was darkness, seemingly endless, and nothing could be seen.

She took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and tried to concentrate, using her increasingly enhanced perception to detect changes in her surroundings. Soon, she noticed a subtle fluctuation.

"We're trapped in a void," Zhao Shufang whispered. "This isn't an ordinary space seal, but a complex formation that utilizes the laws of space to imprison us."

"The Law of Space..." Lu Lingyuan's expression grew serious. "So, the power of this seal is not simple."

Zhao Shufang nodded, a look of deep thought in her eyes. "If this is truly a spatially governed formation, then breaking it requires understanding its deeper principles. However, the only energy fluctuations we can sense right now are coming from the seals themselves." She looked up at the empty surroundings. "It seems the outside world can no longer sense any trace of our presence."

"What you mean is that we are trapped in this closed void and cannot contact the outside world?" Lu Lingyuan frowned slightly.

"Yes," Zhao Shufang responded. "This sealing formation is like a cage, blurring even the passage of time. If we can't find the source of the seal, we'll probably be trapped here forever."

"Find the root cause..." Lu Lingyuan's eyes flickered, and he suddenly remembered something, "Then maybe we can use the power of the 'Dominator'."

"'The Master'?" Zhao Shufang was stunned. "You mean, with the help of that powerful being?"

"Yes." Lu Lingyuan said in a deep voice, "Perhaps he is the key to this sealing formation. Since we are trapped in his domain, perhaps we can find a way to unlock the seal through him."

Zhao Shufang thought for a moment, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes. "If that's the case, how can we find him?"

"The 'Dominator' isn't something you can easily find," Lu Lingyuan said, "but we can try to sense the traces he left behind. If he left any traces in this sealing formation, perhaps they could lead us to his location."

Zhao Shufang nodded, her heart filled with determination. "In that case, let's give it a try."

The two of them closed their eyes and began to meditate. As time passed, the oppressive feeling in the air gradually became more pronounced, as if every inch of space was squeezing their consciousness. However, Zhao Shufang, relying on her deep foundation in cultivation, finally sensed some faint fluctuations.

"Over there." Zhao Shufang suddenly opened her eyes and pointed into the distance. "I sense traces of power. It must have been left by the 'Dominator.'"

Lu Lingyuan followed closely behind, following Zhao Shufang's guidance and moving in that direction. Although the surroundings were still empty, their steps were firm and powerful.

After walking for a while, Zhao Shufang stopped, her brow furrowed. "Something's not right here."

"What's wrong?" Lu Lingyuan asked, stopping.

"The traces of this power seem to be changing," Zhao Shufang whispered. "The original fluctuations are gradually becoming more complex, as if some opposing force is resisting our approach."

"Reverse force?" Lu Lingyuan frowned. "Is someone deliberately trying to stop us?"

"It's possible." Zhao Shufang nodded. "This force doesn't resemble the traces of the 'Dominator'. It's more of a disruptive force. It might be an obstacle set up by some being to prevent us from approaching the 'Dominator'."

Lu Lingyuan pondered for a moment, a look of determination on his face. "In that case, we can only force our way in."

Zhao Shufang nodded slightly, her eyes determined. "If that's the case, the only way to break through is to give it your all."

The two exchanged glances and, without hesitation, began to accelerate in that direction. As they approached, the opposing force grew stronger, like an invisible barrier blocking their path.

"We have to break it." Lu Lingyuan's voice was low, and the spiritual power in his hands gradually surged. "Although this reverse force is powerful, it is not invincible."

Zhao Shufang nodded, her aura becoming more steady, and the spiritual energy within her body began to gather, preparing to meet the upcoming challenge. "Let's try it together."

As her words fell, the two of them almost simultaneously unleashed their full might. A brilliant light emanated from Zhao Shufang's fingertips, and the atmosphere between heaven and earth instantly grew tense. Lu Lingyuan's figure transformed into a streak of light as his spiritual energy erupted, charging towards the opposing force.

"boom!"

A resounding explosion echoed, and a powerful shockwave rippled across the sky. Space instantly distorted, as if the entire world were violently shaking. Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan's figures swayed, but they didn't retreat, continuing to push forward with all their might towards the source of the opposing force.

However, at this moment, a sneer came from the surrounding darkness, full of ridicule and threats.

"Do you think that you two can break into my territory?" The voice was low and threatening, as if it directly penetrated the souls of Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan.

"Who is it?!" A hint of surprise flashed in Zhao Shufang's eyes. She could feel the terrifying aura behind the voice.

"Your efforts are ultimately in vain." The voice sounded again, "You are nothing more than my pawns."

Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan's hearts suddenly shook. They looked at each other and felt an unprecedented sense of alertness in their hearts.

"Chess pieces?" Lu Lingyuan muttered to himself, "This game is much more complicated than we imagined."

At this moment, a vague silhouette gradually emerged from the darkness. As it appeared, the surrounding space seemed to make way for it...