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However, despite the setback, things still needed to be done, since the cooperation had already been agreed upon. Besides, this was his junior sister, so he had to protect her even more; otherwise, he would definitely be held accountable by Peak Master Xuanhui and Senior Sister Ling Nianyan when they returned to the sect.

Moving at high speed, they indeed shook off most of the weaker ghost cultivators. The area ahead gradually opened up, and the environment around the Yin Spirit Spring became clearer.

The two were gradually able to see the spiritual spring ahead more clearly.

A misty fog enveloped the Yinling Spring, with faint spiritual light emanating from it. Spiritual plants grew abundantly around the spring, their vibrant colors and lush foliage contrasting sharply with their surroundings, nourished by the spiritual energy.

Seeing this, the two excitedly quickened their pace and exerted all their strength to approach the Yin Spirit Spring.

Just as the two were trying to shake off the ghost cultivator behind them and were rushing towards the Yin Spirit Spring.

Suddenly, a gust of cold wind swept in.

Lin Yitang felt a chill run down her spine and instinctively turned around, only to see a pale figure rushing towards her.

"Junior Sister, watch out!" Li Wuwang reacted quickly, pulling Lin Yitang away and dodging the fatal blow.

Upon closer inspection, the pale figure turned out to be a ghost cultivator in the Foundation Establishment stage!

Unlike the previous ghost cultivators, this one was more intact and less gruesome. It was surrounded by a faint black aura, as if it were wearing a black robe, and it held a magical artifact that gleamed with a cold light in its hand.

The appearance of the Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivator caused both of them to feel a sense of unease. Compared to the previous ghost cultivators, this one was clearly more powerful and more dangerous.

“It seems we’ve been too naive,” Li Wuwang said in a low voice. “These ghost cultivators not only guard the outer perimeter, but their presence is also felt near the Yin Spirit Spring.”

Lin Yitang nodded. These were all within her expectations. The Yin Spirit Spring could only stop ghost cultivators with the strength of the Qi Refining stage, but not those with the Foundation Establishment stage. Fortunately, there was still Senior Brother Li Wuwang.

Its gaze was fixed on the Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivator. Its eyes were empty, devoid of any life, yet its aura was incredibly powerful. It seemed to have regained some intelligence, capable of using simple magical artifacts and weapons.

Just as the two were observing, the ghost cultivator picked up his magic weapon and charged towards them again.

Lin Yitang and Li Wuwang had no choice but to split up, flanking the Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivator from the left and right. Lin Yitang slashed down with her sword, causing the ghost cultivator to pause, while Li Wuwang activated a water-based spell, transforming a surge of water energy into a towering wave that enveloped the ghost cultivator.

However, the Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivator was powerful and possessed a certain level of intelligence. It quickly adapted to the rhythm of the two's attacks. Its movements were unpredictable, appearing and disappearing without a trace. It even knew how to find openings and suddenly appear beside them during the gaps in their attacks, delivering a sword strike.

Fortunately, neither of them were easy to deal with. Lin Yitang resisted the ghost cultivator's attack, while Li Wuwang silently chanted an incantation, unleashing a powerful wave that killed the ghost cultivator, which then dissipated as black spiritual energy.

Worse still, because of the fight with the Foundation Establishment ghost cultivator, more and more ghost cultivators were attracted here.

This also attracted three or four Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivators. Some wielded swords, some used fists, and others used halberds. Although these ghost cultivators varied in strength, their sheer numbers allowed them to gradually surround Lin Yitang and Li Wuwang.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on their foreheads, and their breathing became somewhat rapid. One Foundation Establishment ghost cultivator was already this troublesome, and now three or four more had appeared—how were they going to fight?!

"What should we do? There are more and more ghost cultivators. The more we fight, the more spiritual energy and the aura of living people will attract more ghost cultivators. If a few more Foundation Establishment ghost cultivators come, we really won't be able to fight them."

Li Wuwang said anxiously in a low voice, "These Foundation Establishment ghost cultivators include those in the early and middle stages. I'm afraid of those in the late stages. I can defeat them in a one-on-one fight, but they outnumber us and it seems that their numbers will only increase. If we don't leave here soon, we'll probably be left here!"

Lin Yitang pondered for a moment, then quickly said, "You're right, so firstly, we need to avoid fighting with the ghost cultivators, and secondly, we need to collect the Yin Spirit Spring as soon as possible. Why don't you hold them off first, Senior Brother, and I'll go get the Yin Spirit Spring!"

Li Wuwang nodded. This was indeed the only way now. His junior sister knew escape techniques and had extremely strong movement skills, making her perfect for stealing the spirit spring. After all, he couldn't expect her to stop the ghost cultivators. She knew water curtain techniques, so this arrangement was just right.

Taking a deep breath, he leaped high into the air, surrounded by water-elemental energy, and shouted, "Get out of my way!"

The voice contained a trace of late-stage Foundation Establishment pressure, causing the surrounding ghost cultivators to pause in their movements.

Although Qi Refining stage ghost cultivators have little intelligence, they still possess basic instincts. Sensing an aura stronger than their own, many ghost cultivators trembled in fear and dared not approach.

The same was true for the early and middle stages of Foundation Establishment ghost cultivators. For a moment, they were so overwhelmed by the spiritual pressure of the late Foundation Establishment cultivators that they could not lift their bodies and their movements became stiff.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Li Wuwang formed hand seals and unleashed an extremely complex water-based spell.

The spiritual energy shimmered, and a large amount of water gradually formed a huge water shield, enveloping Lin Yitang, Li Wuwang, and the surrounding ghost cultivators.

With a flick of his wrist, the water waves merged into one, transforming into a powerful force that condensed in his hand, instantly forming a thick column of water that roared like a giant dragon, charging straight toward the ghost cultivator with earth-shattering might.

The water column contained the full force of Li Wuwang's late-stage Foundation Establishment attack. The powerful force within it caused the water to surge and the waves to churn, containing tremendous explosive power.

Faced with this sudden attack, a flicker of fear flashed in the ghost cultivator's eyes. It hurriedly channeled its magic power, trying to withstand this terrifying blow. However, the thick column of water was already inches away, leaving no time to react.

With a deafening bang, the water column slammed into the ghost cultivator. Instantly, the ghost cultivator's body was enveloped by the water, the powerful impact rendering him completely immobile. The power contained within the water column exploded like a cannonball, blasting the ghost cultivator's body to pieces.

After dealing with a mid-Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivator, the surrounding Qi Refining stage ghost cultivators instantly lost their leader, became confused and helpless, and stopped attacking Li Wuwang.

This made Li Wuwang's heart tremble. It turned out that powerful ghost cultivators all controlled a group of ghost cultivators weaker than themselves. Defeating a Foundation Establishment ghost cultivator was equivalent to defeating a group of Qi Refining ghost cultivators.

This made the situation much easier. The Qi Refining stage ghost cultivators were wary of his aura and wouldn't attack him proactively. As long as there were no Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivators giving him orders, the Qi Refining stage ghost cultivators posed no threat to him.

If he can defeat the Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivator, he can help himself and his junior sister get out of this predicament.

So he began to fight with several other Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivators, and under the influence of the water shield, the other Foundation Establishment stage ghost cultivators could not get over for the time being, unless the water shield was broken.

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On the other hand, Lin Yitang is also rushing to Lingquan.