After being read by the mind, my apprentice wanted to rebel

Some wielded razor-sharp immortal swords, their blades crisscrossing with swift energy; others manipulated magnificent magical weapons, unleashing powerful attacks. Still others excelled in spells and incantations, channeling dazzling magical effects through chants and hand gestures. The battles between them were fierce, back and forth, neither side yielding.

As time went on, the situation seemed to grow increasingly serious. Many people fell to the ground, their blood staining the ground red; some even died, their bodies lying everywhere. The brutality of this battle was beyond everyone's imagination, and it filled everyone with fear.

[Tongzi, who are these people fighting?] Lin Xian'er had just instructed the system to silently cover the surrounding area. Otherwise, they would have been discovered by now. After all, the group of people around her were shaking like they had Parkinson's disease.

[Host, those men in black are the Chen family's assassins. They have no good intentions. The group opposite should be from the Miao region. The young girl leading them is a princess of the Miao royal family. This princess is skilled in using poisonous insects, and her methods are quite strange.]

Hearing the system's reply, Lin Xian'er couldn't help but gasp, muttering to herself, "Hiss~ What kind of luck is this!"

After a while, the battle situation gradually became clearer, and the Miao people's attacks became noticeably weaker. The Chen family's assassins seemed to have a mysterious item or method that could resist the Miao people's poisonous insects.

The Chen family's assassins seized the opportunity and launched a fierce counterattack while the Miao people were confused and bewildered. Like ghosts, they appeared silently behind the Miao people, wielding sharp swords and giving the enemy a fatal blow.

At the same time, the Chen family's assassins cleverly used their secret weapons. These weapons emitted a strange light, weakening the Miao people and making their attacks weak and slow. The Miao people thought they had victory, but were suddenly caught off guard by the Chen family's assassins.

In this counterattack, the Chen family's warriors successfully repelled the Miao's attack and gradually gained the upper hand. They worked in perfect harmony and moved swiftly, giving the Miao no chance to breathe. Although the Miao fought back desperately, they were too powerful for the Chen family's warriors, and their efforts were ultimately futile.

"Princess, leave!" the Miao Jiang elder shouted anxiously at Luo Rou. He knew the situation was extremely unfavorable for the Miao Jiang region. If Luo Rou stayed here, her life would be in danger. As the hope of the Miao Jiang region, Luo Rou must survive. Even if there was only a glimmer of hope, she could not give up.

Luo Rou watched in agony as the people around her fell, blood staining her clothes. Her heart was broken, tears and blood mingling, blurring her vision. Her voice was deep and powerful, revealing an unyielding courage, she said, "Great Elder, today we live and die together."

The enemy's attack was still fierce, blood splattered everywhere, and screams came one after another. Luo Rou didn't know why the poison had no effect on these people, but they couldn't give up just like that, and they fought hard.

At the height of the crisis, Luo Rou keenly sensed a distinct presence. Turning, she saw a figure cloaked in a black cloak silently approaching the Great Elder. Their agility revealed them to be a highly trained expert. In that split second, Luo Rou realized the Great Elder's life was in grave danger.

Without a second thought, Luo Rou immediately took action. Throwing aside her weapon, she rushed towards the Great Elder at alarming speed, warning, "Great Elder, be careful!" Before she even finished her words, she had leaped between the two men, ready to block the Great Elder with her body.

When the man in black saw this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he swung out a fierce palm wind, intending to force Luo Rou back. Their goal was to capture Miao Rou alive and bring back the sacred object of Miaojiang, but as long as Miao Rou was still alive, they would be fine. The man in black's moves became more and more brutal, and every attack was aimed at the vital points, leaving no room for maneuver.

Despite Luo Rou's remarkable perseverance and determination, the gap in strength became apparent. As the fight progressed, her movements gradually slowed, her breathing becoming more rapid. Every time she took a direct hit, she could feel her blood surging, her internal organs shattering.

Seeing Luo Rou's injuries getting worse and bright red blood flowing from the corners of her mouth, the situation became more critical.

Just as Luo Rou was about to collapse, a figure suddenly entered the battlefield. It was none other than the Great Elder who had been protecting her earlier. He held an ancient jade pendant, emitting a gentle yet powerful aura that formed an invisible shield, enveloping Luo Rou and the man in black. This power not only stopped the man in black from attacking further, but also helped Luo Rou stabilize her shaky body, alleviating her pain.

"Take the princess and retreat!" The Great Elder's voice was filled with unquestionable majesty. "I will lead the way."

Faced with this predicament, the Miao people bore a heavy psychological burden, but they showed no sign of retreat. Though their numbers had been reduced to just four, each wounded, their gazes burned with an unyielding fire. They closely followed the Great Elder's lead, preparing to execute their final breakout plan.

The leading black-clad figure twitched a mocking smile, clearly showing disdain for their current actions. He slowly stepped forward, and his men closed in around him, forming a tight circle. The air was filled with an air of oppression and despair, seeming to foreshadow the bleak fate of the Miao group.

The Great Elder clutched the jade pendant tightly in his hand and took a deep breath, as if to freeze the air around him. Then, he slowly closed his eyes and chanted an ancient incantation. Though his voice was soft, everyone present could hear it clearly. It was the Miao people's thousand-year-old guardian song, filled with reverence for life and hope for the future.

[Host, that jade pendant is a sacred object of the Miao people. The old man intends to fight to the death to open a way for others to survive.]

The system's voice rang out in Lin Xian'er's mind. Sacrifice? Lin Xian'er's heart clenched tightly, and everything before her made her feel extremely heavy.

"I can't just stand there and watch." Lin Xian'er murmured to herself.

Lin Xian'er's movements were swift and decisive. She had no time to hesitate; every second was crucial. Under everyone's astonished gaze, she stood before the Great Elder, her palm seemingly condensing all her strength.

When the jade pendant fell from the hands of the Great Elder and landed on the ground, time around them seemed to freeze and everyone's breathing stopped.

"Old man, you can't do this," Lin Xian'er said with unprecedented determination, "Your life is equally precious. They need you."

The Great Elder was stunned, a complex look flashing in his eyes. Who was this person? Why would he help them?

"Great Elder, if anything happens to you, I will never live alone," Luo Rou said weakly but firmly, today we will share life and death together.

Boss Qi turned around in shock and asked, "The girl went upstairs?"

"Boss, what should we do now? Should we charge forward?"

Boss Qi slapped them, "Why are you going up there? Are you trying to kill yourself?" They were just ordinary guards. They should stay as far away as possible from the battles of these immortal cultivators. Sister, I'm sorry. If you die later, I'll collect your body. If possible, can you write me a letter or provide proof that it wasn't me who did it? Otherwise, how can I ask your senior brother for it?

After hearing what their boss said, all the younger brothers hid more secretly, cherishing their lives.

The man in black's eyes were as sharp as a knife, and he was obviously surprised by Lin Xian'er's appearance.

They had originally intended to complete the mission as quickly as possible, but unexpectedly, a seemingly weak woman appeared midway. However, they did not let down their guard, but instead increased their vigilance.

The leader of the men in black snorted coldly and said with disdain: "A little girl actually dares to hinder our plan. She really doesn't know her place." He secretly accumulated strength, and just as he was about to make a move, he suddenly felt an unusual breath emanating from Lin Xian'er, which startled him slightly, and he couldn't help but re-examine this seemingly fragile girl.