Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

Black energy surged wildly from the man's body, and the oppressive feeling in the air grew heavier, as if the entire space were distorting, making even breathing difficult. Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan stood there, feeling the increasing pressure around them. They were alert in their hearts, but they remained calm on the surface.

A trace of disdain flashed in the man's eyes. "How long can you hold out? This is the true power of the 'Dominator'."

Zhao Shufang took a deep breath and quickly analyzed the situation. She knew that the enemy before her was no longer an ordinary cultivator, but rather a resurrected ancient being, whose strength was beyond her imagination. However, she did not intend to surrender.

"Ling Yuan," Zhao Shufang whispered, her eyes determined, "We must join forces, otherwise there is no chance of survival."

A hint of determination flashed in Lu Lingyuan's eyes, and he gripped the hilt of the sword tightly, "I understand, follow me!" Although his voice was not loud, it was full of strength and determination.

At Zhao Shufang's tap, Lu Lingyuan immediately rushed towards the man, the sword in his hand once again emitting a dazzling light. Zhao Shufang quickly began to form seals, and talismans emerged from her fingertips, emitting a dazzling brilliance, and instantly condensed into a formation in the air.

"You think this little trick can threaten me?" The man sneered, and the black energy around him instantly became more violent. He waved his hand, and a strong black airflow rushed towards Lu Lingyuan, intending to repel him.

Lu Lingyuan's expression hardened, and his sword energy erupted, transforming into a lightning-fast sword shadow that collided head-on with the black airflow. The intersection of the two was like a thunderous collision, shaking the entire space.

Zhao Shufang followed closely behind, waving her hand, and the runes within the formation began to transform, instantly forming a rotating circle of light that completely enveloped Lu Lingyuan. At the same time, she focused her gaze, channeling her spiritual sense, attempting to find the enemy's flaws within the black energy.

"Break!" Zhao Shufang shouted softly, and moved her fingers slightly. The runes in the formation flickered, forming a huge energy wave that rushed straight towards the man.

The man's expression changed, finally alert. As the black energy gathered in his hands, he blocked the attack, but was still pushed back a few steps. A flash of anger flashed in his eyes, "You, you can actually break my power!"

"You're nothing but a resurrected puppet," Zhao Shufang sneered, a hint of sarcasm in her tone. "True power shouldn't be this lifeless existence."

A hint of ferocity flashed in the man's eyes, "You are right, I am no longer the existence that has long disappeared, but you are not qualified to stop me. The power of the 'Dominator' is the real dominance!" The black energy in his hand suddenly surged, and rushed towards Zhao Shufang and Lu Lingyuan like a surging wave.

"Ling Yuan, be careful!" Zhao Shufang shouted vigilantly and quickly kept his distance.

Lu Lingyuan gripped his sword tightly, his brow furrowed, a glint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes. "If he doesn't die, none of us will survive!" He shouted, and instantly moved at high speed, his sword energy transforming into a streak of silver light, heading towards the black energy.

The moment the sword light and the black energy collided, space seemed to fall into silence. Though the black energy was powerful, it finally cracked under the sharpness of the sword light. Lu Lingyuan poured all his strength into the sword and slashed down, creating a brilliant curtain of light that split the black energy in two.

"Great!" Zhao Shufang was delighted upon seeing this, and immediately sped up her talisman casting. Her fingers danced, and runes flew, instantly forming a massive formation in the air. The runes within the formation shone like stars, emitting an intense light, forming a powerful barrier that completely protected Lu Lingyuan.

"This sword strike is enough!" Lu Lingyuan stared intently at the man in front of him, a ruthless look in his eyes. He swung his sword again, its energy sweeping through the enemy, and charged at the man with an endlessly sharp aura.

The man's expression changed. Seeing the sword energy coming towards him, his pupils suddenly contracted. "Impossible!" He stepped back violently, trying to avoid it.

However, Lu Lingyuan's sword energy was as swift as lightning, leaving him no chance to dodge. The sword energy split the air, carrying a strong destructive force, and slammed into the man's chest.

With a loud bang, the man's body was torn apart by the sword energy, and the violent shock wave forced him to the ground. A trace of pain and astonishment finally flashed in the man's eyes. His hands trembled violently, and his lips turned slightly pale.

"You...can't be..." He whispered, as if unwilling to believe what was happening before his eyes.

Zhao Shufang's expression froze upon seeing this, and she secretly breathed a sigh of relief. "This time, he should be too weak to fight back."

Lu Lingyuan also put away his sword and stood up, panting as he looked at Zhao Shufang. "Did we win?"

Zhao Shufang nodded, but then her brow furrowed. "No, there must be more danger."

At this moment, the man's body trembled violently, as if he were making a final struggle. He raised his hands, and the black airflow from his body burst out again, like a circling black dragon, instantly bursting out from his body.

"It seems he hasn't completely given up." Zhao Shufang's eyes were fixed on the man's changes. "Ling Yuan, prepare to fight!"

The man's expression grew increasingly ferocious, a sneer playing across his lips. "You've ruined my plan, but only temporarily. The power of the 'Dominator' is irresistible!"