Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

The sword energies of Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan intertwined once again, colliding with the formidable protective barrier with a heart-pounding vibration. The barrier trembled slightly, as if bearing immense pressure, yet remained unshaken. The man stood still, observing their every move with a cold gaze. His eyes held no trace of nervousness, but rather a hint of amusement.

"Do you really think you can break my barrier?" the man sneered, his tone thick with disdain. "Your attacks are nothing to me."

Lu Lingyuan's expression grew increasingly serious. He gripped the hilt of his sword tightly, a flicker of unwillingness in his eyes. "We can't just give up like this."

Zhao Shufang remained silent, her gaze fixed on every shift in the barrier, silently calculating. She could sense that, despite its strength, some tiny cracks still existed. She wasn't someone who didn't know how to advance or retreat. At this moment, she needed not only strength but also wisdom.

"Ling Yuan, cooperate with me." Zhao Shufang suddenly spoke, her tone calm and firm.

Lu Lingyuan was slightly stunned, but then nodded. He knew that Zhao Shufang must have seen some opportunity.

"Let me try," Lu Lingyuan whispered, a flicker of determination in his eyes. Then, he soared into the air, his sword pointed at the man, his sword energy like a rainbow, aiming directly at the shimmering barrier.

Zhao Shufang stood still, quickly forming seals with her hands and silently chanting a spell. Her gaze was deep and focused, tolerant of no distraction. She sensed the fluctuations of spiritual energy around her, attempting to mobilize it and break through the barrier's defenses.

"Do you think you can defeat me this way?" The man's voice remained calm, as if he wasn't nervous about their attack. But a hint of worry flashed in his eyes. "This is just a futile effort."

Zhao Shufang didn't respond, but instead focused even more on gathering her spiritual power. She could feel the tiny crack in the barrier gradually widening, but Lu Lingyuan's attack alone wasn't enough to break through it.

"Ling Yuan, get ready." Zhao Shufang suddenly shouted, and her figure flashed, quickly approaching the barrier.

Lu Lingyuan saw her intention and raised his sword slightly. A brilliant burst of sword energy shot out, striking the barrier's weak spot. Simultaneously, Zhao Shufang swung her hands fiercely, instantly releasing a powerful talisman. The talisman, emitting a dazzling light, landed on the barrier, creating a powerful shockwave.

"Break!" Zhao Shufang shouted softly, and formed seals with her hands again. A rune flew out from her palms and accurately hit the crack in the barrier.

The man's expression changed slightly, and a hint of uneasiness finally appeared in his eyes. "You... actually discovered this?"

However, it was too late. With the collaboration of Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan, the seemingly indestructible barrier finally crumbled in an instant. Light shone everywhere, like shattered crystal, and as the barrier collapsed, the entire space shook.

"You..." A flash of surprise crossed the man's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. He moved and disappeared like a ghost, leaving only a shadow behind.

"He disappeared!" Lu Lingyuan turned around suddenly and looked around vigilantly. The tense atmosphere made his heart beat faster.

Zhao Shufang, however, didn't rush to search. Her gaze was fixed on the void, as sharp as a hawk's. "He can't escape so easily," she said coldly. "If he could really disappear from our sight, he would have already fled."

Sure enough, as soon as the words fell, the afterimage suddenly appeared behind them, and the man's figure gradually solidified. At this time, the sneer on his face was gone, replaced by a deep anger.

"You truly disappoint me." The man's voice was low and filled with murderous intent. "I thought I could still use you, but I didn't expect you to hinder my plans."

Zhao Shufang's face darkened. She could already sense that the man's aura had become more dangerous. He was no longer the calm and confident figure he once was, but a real threat.

"Plan? What exactly do you want to do?" Zhao Shufang asked coldly.

The man sneered, "It's too late for you. Now, you can only become stepping stones for me to resurrect the 'Dominator'. Your power cannot change this inevitable outcome."

"What exactly is this 'Dominator' you're talking about?" Lu Lingyuan asked nervously, a flicker of doubt in his eyes. He began to realize that this "Dominator" seemed to be more than just a force, but a terrifying entity that once existed.

A cold glint flashed in the man's eyes, and he suddenly burst into laughter. "The 'Dominator,' a power that once surpassed all existence. His resurrection will change the landscape of this world and completely overturn your so-called order."

"Do you really think this will go as you wish?" Zhao Shufang asked calmly, "You're just courting death."

The man's smile faded, and a murderous look flickered in his eyes. "You are destined to never understand how true power controls everything. Now, I will show you the true power of a 'ruler'!"

As his words fell, the entire space suddenly became oppressive, as if the air had frozen. Suddenly, the man waved his hands, and a massive wave of black energy burst out from his body, sweeping in all directions like a torrent.

"Your fate is sealed," the man said coldly, his eyes gleaming with a morbid excitement. "Now, what awaits you is catastrophic destruction!"

Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan's heartbeats suddenly accelerated. They could clearly feel that the enemy before them was gradually releasing power beyond their imagination. And all this seemed to have just begun.