Villain Master, my disciples all want to backstab me

He just exhaled lightly and tilted his head slightly.

From this moment on.

Ling Xiuya's aura changed.

Originally, he always maintained a humble and unperturbed demeanor. Every time he made a move, it seemed effortless, without even a trace of extra effort.

Now, under the gaze of Elder Shentu and the others, Ling Xiuya's hair and beard were unfurled, and his aura was rising like a rocket. Even the dark mountain and river patterns embroidered on his robes began to illuminate, and sharp sword beams pierced through his body.

——Eighth level of spiritual transformation!

This was the level of cultivation that Ling Xiuya displayed when he used his full strength last time. It was also how Ling Xiuya was positioned in the intelligence networks of the major sects and families.

As this astonishing aura emerged, Elder Shentu narrowed his eyes slightly, and the eagle-faced man's expression became even more solemn. It was obvious that if they fought alone, no one present would be a match for Ling Xiuya. And if it was a group fight...

It’s a bit hard to say.

Because what Ling Xiuya revealed at this time was not only his eighth-level cultivation of the Spirit Transformation Realm, but also his extremely sharp "Lingtian Sword Intent". He was like a sword that pierced through heaven and earth, standing on this flying boat, making everyone who saw him feel a stinging pain in their eyes, and they did not dare to confront him directly from the bottom of their hearts.

"Jiang Rao."

Ling Xiuya suddenly spoke, mentioning Jiang Rao's name: "Do you know the meaning of the word 'Tianyuan' in my Tianyuan Sword Sect?"

"Ok?"

Jiang Rao was slightly startled, then realized something and bowed slightly: "Disciple is not quite sure, please guide me, Master."

"Heaven is the starry sky, controlling the constellations in the celestial sphere as a formation. Origin is the cycle of repetition, fused with the primordial Qi as its foundation. Only when Heaven and Origin are united can the true meaning of the Way of the Sword be achieved."

Ling Xiuya's voice slowly fell.

As he spoke, phantoms of stars materialized from the sky, connecting with one another to form a massive sword, which stood not far in front of Ling Xiuya. Clusters of starlight could be seen on the translucent "blade," gleaming like real stars.

"...The Thousand Star Sword Manual you practiced previously, although it is a secret of Tianyuan Mountain, only contains the word 'Tian'. Now, I am ready to teach you the remaining word 'Yuan'. If you can comprehend it, it will be of great benefit to your awakening of the 'Five Elements Divine King Body'."

Ling Xiuya's voice continued to drift in, reaching Jiang Rao's ears clearly even in such a tense environment. It also caused Elder Shentu and the others across from him to display stern expressions.

After all, Ling Xiuya's actions showed that he didn't take them seriously at all; it was a blatant provocation. If they couldn't kill the Tianyuan Sect Leader today, the five of them would be humiliated.

"Why, you guys can't hold it back anymore?"

Ling Xiuya stood with his hands behind his back and slowly took a step forward.

With just one move, the situation changed dramatically! The entire world was suddenly filled with the clear sound of his sword, and the swords of all those who wielded swords trembled in their sheaths, as if they were frightened by Ling Xiuya's sword and were trembling in fear.

"When the Heaven and Earth become one, all laws will be broken!"

"Everyone, please!"

"...Humph, if you really want to die, then show me your true colors!!"

Elder Shentu and his companions also shouted loudly.

At this moment, the auras of five people in the Spirit Transformation Realm burst out at the same time. For a moment, it seemed as if even the surrounding air was shattered, forming a posture of confrontation with Ling Xiuya.

then.

The eagle-faced man stepped out first, followed by the two men from the Blood Origin Sect. The former even pulled out a blood-red broadsword, the blade pointing straight at Ling Xiuya, then spread his wings and charged forward!

The remaining few people in the Spirit Transformation Realm followed together.

This assassination attempt against the leader of Tianyuan has finally reached its climax!

……

In just a few days.

The news that Ling Xiuya and his group were attacked spread throughout the cultivation world.

However, because most sects were not aware of the course and outcome of the battle, nor did they know about Jiang Rao and the [Five Elements Wheel], they could only hear rumors about the cause and outcome of the battle.

Some people brought up the recent story of "first killing Yin Yue, then destroying Qing Xuan", exclaiming that the true purpose of the Blood Origin Sect was to conquer both the righteous and evil paths, and ultimately realize the "only one Blood Origin Sect in the world of cultivation";

Some people believe that this battle was actually planned by the Tianyuan Sword Sect, who first lured the enemy out and then attacked and destroyed them. This is why this battle took place in Yunhezhou, a remote place where most of the area was controlled by demonic forces.

Someone also dug up unofficial history from seventeen years ago, saying that as early as the battle in the Valley of Sorrowful Gods, Gu Youruo, the head of the Youyin Hall of the Blood Origin Sect, had harbored a crush on Ling Xiuya, but because of the difference between good and evil, he was unable to succeed, so he launched this assassination attempt, hoping to capture Ling Xiuya and raise him as his concubine.

Well... although this statement was severely refuted by the Tianyuan Sword Sect, it is still circulated in a small circle like the previous "Two or Three Things about the Blood Kite".

But no matter what the rumors are.

Tianyuan Sword Sect, Xueyuan Sect, the Shentu family, and the demon clan have not publicly expressed their opinions on this matter.

After all, before we can resist foreign aggression, we must first stabilize the internal situation.

After this battle, each of the four forces suffered heavy losses. The Xueyuan Sect and the Shentu Family needed time to lick their wounds, while the Tianyuan Sword Sect was busy tracking down the traitor, and no one had time to talk nonsense.

but……

Anyone with a discerning eye can see that this is just the calm before the storm.

The previous feud between the Blood Origin Sect and the Qingxuan Sect, while considered a "battle between good and evil," was nevertheless small-scale. This time, however, several demonic sects personally took the field to confront the Tianyuan Sect leader, which was a completely different matter. Perhaps...

Another "battle between good and evil" after nearly a hundred years has begun.

And these.

It has nothing to do with Bai Yuan.

At this moment, she was still in the Wheel of Life and Death that looked like the banks of the Forgetful River, training with the Blood Kite.

Well, literally "starving the eagle".

Previously in Cangwu County, Bai Yuan and "Blood Yuan" had verbally reached a ceasefire agreement.

However, as the two of them lay in the black coffin and were taken out of the [Cangwu Abyss] by Ji Lingyun, the armistice agreement had actually become invalid - because the prerequisites no longer existed.

Therefore, both sides spontaneously entered a state of combat readiness again, and were extremely vigilant, fearing that if they were careless, the other side would take advantage of them and wipe them out.

Among them, Bai Yuan is the more nervous one.

After all, she wasn't the "Blood Kite Demon Lord" of the past. Not to mention the struggles of retraining after her cultivation was completely destroyed, just look at the few secrets she held—like her identity as a "traveler," the existence of the "little waste" and the "big and small lucky bags," and the whitewashing she'd done in front of Jiang Rao and Ye Shuang'er...

These cannot be known to outsiders.

Once exposed, it will cause serious trouble.

Good thing...

The [Wheel of Life and Death] was derived from Bai Yuan's [Path of Time]. During her several transformations, it was constantly tempered and materialized, eventually forming a unique space between life and death.

She had absolute dominance over this space, even making her words come true. Even the Blood Kite couldn't easily disobey her orders.

Chapter 156 White Kite Version 3.5!

At this time, the situation of Bai Yuan and "Blood Yuan" seemed to be reversed -

In the black coffin in Cangwu County, "Blood Kite" relied on its powerful strength to fight one against three, easily suppressing Bai Yuan, Ye Shuang'er, and Bai Hu, and even put Bai Yuan in a desperate situation for a time, forcing him to rely on the means of burning himself to death to protect himself in disguise.

And now, when the battlefield came to the [Wheel of Life and Death], Bai Yuan took advantage of the home advantage and won back a game.

Although the Blood Kite was still very powerful, and the degree of suppression by the Wheel of Life and Death was very limited, the situation between the two sides had indeed undergone a two-stage reversal. If Bai Yuan wanted to, she could completely transform this Wheel of Life and Death into an indestructible cage, imprisoning the Blood Kite, and then slowly devouring her...

In fact, Bai Yuan was indeed taking the first step.

The Blood Kite now had no way of exiting the Wheel of Life and Death and returning to her sea of ​​consciousness without her permission. This also eliminated the possibility of this creature forcibly seizing control of her body.

But the latter step will take time.

So before that.

Bai Yuan still needs to remain vigilant enough to deal with this other "self".

"...How long do you plan to hold on?"

Bai Yuan finally spoke, breaking the silence.

In her trance state, she and the Blood Kite had no need to eat or sleep, so theoretically they could survive like this for another month. However, maintaining a state of mental tension for a long time would eventually tire them.

And this didn't quite fit in with Bai Yuan's plan. She preferred something more secure.

"……Ah."

Blood Kite smiled, then raised his eyes slightly from across from her, staring intently at her with a cold expression. "It seems you've done quite a bit in the past twenty years. To be able to refine the Dao of Time to this degree is truly beyond my expectations. And you've even gotten to know that Return to Void Realm cultivator from the Ji family... I really underestimated you before."

"Thanks for the compliment."

Bai Yuan nodded slightly.

After all, she has died several times and has experienced life and death several times, so she should have some understanding.

As for Ji Lingyun...

Is there anything wrong with living off others by relying on your own abilities?

We are all "Blood Kite" and cannot rely on the thighs of the Return to Void Realm. We should look for our own problems more often.

"Humph."

Facing Bai Yuan's self-righteous response, "Blood Kite" sneered again:

"But if you think you can trap me with these means, you are too naive."

"Don't forget, you and I are one. I've spent so many years at the crossroads of life and death, and my understanding of the Way of Time is no less profound than yours. It's only a matter of time before I can unravel the mysteries of this cage.

“You’d better pray that you can stay awake and find a way to completely refine me before I take that step.

"otherwise……

"I will definitely obtain your body and send you back to Cangwu County so that you can fully experience the suffering I went through back then. I, Blood Kite, always keep my word and I will do what I say."

"..."

Bai Yuan was silent for a moment before sighing softly, "How about we discuss this? Otherwise, I'll try to find you a suitable body. Regarding age and appearance, you can make your own requests. Don't rely on me alone... After all, you and I are one. Wouldn't it be nice to live in peace?"

"Ah."

"Blood Kite" said nothing, just sneered.

Fine.

It seems that the path of reconciliation with "Blood Kite" is temporarily blocked.

The threats Blood Kite had just made weren't entirely alarmist, as the Wheel of Life and Death was indeed a manifestation of the Dao of Time, and Blood Kite was indeed proficient in it. Theoretically, it was possible to find a way to crack it, but the process would take some time.

Therefore, the key to the problem lies in whether Bai Yuan finds a way to deal with the "Blood Kite" first, or whether the "Blood Kite" cracks the mystery of the "Wheel of Life and Death" first.

That being the case.

Bai Yuan didn't plan to waste any more words, but instead prepared to go out and discuss with Ji Lingyun to see if there was any good solution.

present.

Bai Yuan stood up and walked towards the outside of the Wheel of Life and Death, facing the "Blood Kite".

During this process, "Blood Kite" sat in the same place and watched her figure walk away.

Until both parties are out of each other's sight.

"Blood Kite" suddenly stood up and looked around.

What meets the eye is the pitch-black water of the River Styx.

The red mandala was about to bloom on the golden sand, like a pair of white hands wrapped in red gauze, waving at her.

"...Humph, that 'Wheel of Life and Death' is nothing more than a replica of the Road to the Underworld. Do you really think you can trap me with such a cheap trick?"

"Let me see how far you've mastered the Way of Time!"

Accompanied by this sound.

Blood Kite suddenly waved her hand, and an indescribable power spread from her center, instantly engulfing the vast surrounding space. Then, the originally pitch-black waters of the Styx began to surge and boil, gradually stained with a layer of bright red, like a sea of ​​blood descending!

And at the feet of the "Blood Kite".

It is a towering tree rising slowly.

The trunk of this enormous tree was woven from a tangle of intestines, its crown studded with beating hearts. A vaguely human face emerged from the surface of each heart, as if brought from Cangwu County. Its mouth opened, emitting a silent yet ferocious roar.

Just when the "Blood Kite" was planning to further expand its power until it covered the entire [Wheel of Life and Death].

A hidden force suddenly shook.

With just one blow, the towering tree was torn apart from the roots, showing signs of collapse.

"?!"