Immortality Begins as an Alchemy Master 165

Chapter 144: The Dao Resides Within, Life and Death Are Preordained (Seeking Monthly Tickets)

“Too late!”

A dark figure, as strong as a bear, stood in the shadows, gazing at the ruins that were once the Mi family estate. The air still reeked of blood. The immense spiritual energy fluctuations gradually dissipated, yet still declared the ferocity of the battle that had taken place. A faint undercurrent of resentment and roars seemed to echo in the air.

The dark figure shook his head, about to turn and leave. Suddenly, his body stiffened. He rigidly raised his head, looking at a figure in the sky carefully scrutinizing him.

“Jade Tripod Sword Cultivator?”

The person’s eyes were incredibly sharp, as if containing countless sharp swords. Yet, looking at the dark figure, he remained hesitant.

“Human? Or demon?”

The dark figure gave a fist salute, “You’re too late as well.”

With that, he vanished into the night.

In the sky, the Jade Tripod Sword Cultivator was uncertain. Was this person also reinforcement for Uncle Mi Shuhua? But how come he didn’t know such a figure existed in Great River City? Clearly a human Foundation Establishment cultivator, yet the demonic aura emanating from him was so intense.

Oh well, forget about him for now. The Hall Master’s instructions were the top priority.

“Late?”

“I wasn’t late!”

A cold laugh escaped his lips, sword light erupted, and his body, like a green rainbow, shot towards the sensed location.

…

Outside Slanted Moon Valley, the battle raged!

With the deaths of Shan Xiu and Gao Tingyuan, Luo Chen, Murong Qinglian, Duan Feng, and Gu Caiyi found themselves with the upper hand, instantly shifting from defense to offense! Even though the Great River Gang had sent over thirty Qi Refining Late Period and sixty Qi Refining Mid-Period cultivators, with their leader dead and Duan Feng joining the fray, the tide of battle began to turn.

“Tang Zhu, are you alright!”

“Luo Chen, are you okay?”

Luo Chen turned around and saw Gu Caiyi, Zhou Yuanli, and others looking at him with concern. The soul-wrenching roar he had just let out had practically echoed across the battlefield. No wonder they were so worried about him.

Luo Chen smiled faintly, “I’m fine, you guys go help others!”

Without hesitation, Murong Qinglian immediately summoned her artifact and charged into the enemy ranks. Gu Caiyi also wanted to join the fight, but as soon as she channeled her spiritual energy, she cried out in pain and stumbled.

“The Moon Laurel Pill’s effects have worn off, Caiyi should stay and heal!”

Luo Chen pressed down on her shoulder, then looked at Zhou Yuanli and Liu Qiang. The two instantly understood Luo Chen’s intentions, but as soon as they moved, a strange expression appeared on their faces.

“Unsealed?”

“Gone?”

Seeing this, Luo Chen was surprised.

“What’s wrong?”

Zhou Yuanli said hesitantly, “The methods the leader had placed on me… they’ve disappeared?”

“Mine too!” Liu Qiang responded, his face suddenly changing color, “Has something happened to the leader?”

The three looked at each other, a mix of worry, fear, relief, and elation flooding their hearts.

Finally, Luo Chen waved his hand.

“Let’s kill those Great River Gang pups first. They’ve gone too far tonight.”

Zhou Yuanli and Liu Qiang responded with a hum, still habitually following Luo Chen’s orders, rejoining the battle.

With their addition, the battlefield situation became even more one-sided.

Luo Chen swallowed two Dust-Clearing Pills, and with the automatic Qi recovery of the Longevity Skill, his severely depleted spiritual energy began to slowly recover. He stood in front of Gu Caiyi, his gaze sweeping across the battlefield, occasionally launching Jade Marrow Waste Beads, Fireball Techniques, or Jadeite Knives to aid his fellow cultivators.

Under his surprise attacks, the Qi Refining Mid-Period cultivators were no match. Even the Qi Refining Late Period cultivators, while able to withstand a few attacks, were distracted and overwhelmed by the others, teetering on the brink of collapse. In a short while, some began to flee.

Luo Chen didn’t bother chasing them, his gaze falling on Slanted Moon Valley. An array surrounded a large field of spiritual herbs. Min Longyu’s figure flickered within, occasionally launching attacks with effortless grace. Compared to his ease, Granny Yuan was struggling. Her crane-billed hoe was dimmed, and she appeared on the verge of death.

“Everyone else is manageable, but Min Longyu is the most dangerous. Back on the debate stage, Han Dang, a Qi Refining Perfection cultivator, died mysteriously under his array flag attacks.”

“I didn’t expect Granny Yuan to last this long?”

Luo Chen’s eyes flickered, his lips moving.

The next moment, a powerful spiritual energy erupted in the sky. Duan Feng then unleashed massive waves of water, pressing down like a tidal wave. Standing within the surging water, he continuously swung his long sword, layer upon layer of giant waves piling up to crash down with overwhelming force.

Min Longyu’s face changed within the array.

“So fast, to find the weakness in my formation?”

“Are there cultivators outside who understand formations?”

He hesitated no longer, flipping his array disc, scattering fragments of yellow light. But at the same time, the array changed and broke. Min Longyu didn’t delay, fleeing into the distance.

Granny Yuan’s face was ashen, her crane-billed hoe stuck in the field.

“Want to leave? Not so easy!”

Her hands swiftly formed hand seals. Her old, claw-like hands moved with surprising agility. Under her spiritual energy manipulation, the remaining rice plants in the field suddenly glowed golden.

After about three breaths, the spell was ready. Granny Yuan’s eyes shone with golden light. “Go!”

Countless rice leaves transformed into golden little swords, chasing after Min Longyu with lightning speed.

“Grass-Cutting Gengjin Sword Technique!”

In mid-air, Min Longyu abruptly turned around.

“Old woman, I didn’t expect you to have this move!”

He continuously changed the light on his array disc, finally emitting a sheet of fire, melting the thousands of golden rays. Moreover, a large expanse of fire pushed back, attacking Granny Yuan.

Granny Yuan was now exhausted, with no spiritual energy left for defense. She closed her eyes, calmly accepting her impending death.

But after a few breaths, she felt no pain or heat. Opening her eyes, she saw a large cauldron floating above her, emitting streamers of light, protecting her.

“Tang Zhu Luo, I thank you.”

Granny Yuan bowed deeply, her heart filled with gratitude, looking at the figure.

Luo Chen waved his hand without turning around, “It’s nothing, I’m good friends with your son, it was just a small matter!”

As he spoke, a battered figure stumbled out of the medicine hall behind him.

“Mother, are you alright!”

“Are you hurt anywhere?”

“Luo Chen, thank you, truly thank you.”

Yuan Dongsheng, covered in blood, his face brimming with tears, thanked Luo Chen while supporting his mother.

Luo Chen casually comforted him, his attention still on the battlefield. Under the pressure of two Qi Refining Ninth Layer cultivators, plus Luo Chen, Zhou Yuanli, and Liu Qiang, the one-sided battle had completely reversed. The Great River Gang cultivators were either dead or fleeing.

Luo Chen estimated that the battle would end soon. It shouldn’t have been so easy. The Great River Gang had sent five Qi Refining Ninth Layer cultivators, almost all of whom were considered strong in their tier. The only weaker one was Shan Xiu, whose hand was severed, greatly diminishing his strength. With such a lineup, against the old, weak, women, and children of Slanted Moon Valley, it should have been a sure win.

But they underestimated Luo Chen. With his first move, he had slain Shan Xiu, evening the high-level power. He then detonated tens of thousands of Jade Marrow Beads, not only severely injuring Gao Tingyuan but also killing seven Qi Refining Late Period cultivators in one go. With Gao Tingyuan’s death, the situation had fallen under Luo Chen’s control. Duan Feng’s arrival was an unexpected bonus. His silent killing of the fleeing Lan Tianyun was a delightful surprise. At this point, the Slanted Moon Valley battle could be declared a complete victory for the Pill Hall led by Luo Chen.

Luo Chen’s eyes fell upon the numerous corpses on the field, and he chuckled.

“Today’s harvest won’t be small.”

Just as he was calculating how to distribute the spoils of war, his heart suddenly skipped a beat. Two beams of light shot from the distant horizon at incredible speed. The immense Foundation Establishment aura was completely unrestrained. Wherever they passed, strong winds arose, causing the cultivators still fighting to stop.

Suddenly, two figures stopped outside Slanted Moon Valley.

Luo Chen looked at the two figures from afar, his expression solemn, his figure quietly retreating. However, he only retreated a few steps before stopping. Because the two figures had locked onto him almost simultaneously.

“Luo Chen!”

“Dan Chenzi!”

Luo Chen forced a smile, “Gang Leader Wang, Elder Zhou, what brings you here?”

“A visit?” Wang Haichao smiled faintly, “From now on, this will be Great River Gang territory, so how can I be considered a guest?”

Elder Zhou stepped forward, “Dan Chenzi, welcome to the Lianyun Trading Alliance, we are family from now on.”

As the two spoke, the battlefield fell silent, no one daring to utter a word. Only the wind, the moans, the howls, and the crackling of flames were audible.

Luo Chen opened his mouth, finally sighing helplessly. He had just escaped the wolf’s den, only to enter the tiger’s lair!

“Sigh…”

The sigh carried for miles.

Wang Haichao’s expression changed slightly. Elder Zhou turned abruptly. A figure, like a sword piercing the air, appeared.

“Oh, unwelcome guests have arrived!”

“But Slanted Moon Valley nominally belongs to the Jade Tripod Sword Sect, doesn’t it?”

Supervisor Miao landed steadily above Slanted Moon Valley, clasped his hands, and bowed slightly to the two.

“Go where you came from.”

“Please, both of you!”

Wang Haichao hesitated, finally glaring at Slanted Moon Valley before leaving with a flick of his sleeve. The remaining Great River Gang cultivators hastily followed.

Elder Zhou was surprised. “You didn’t go to save Uncle Mi Shuhua?”

“The Dao resides within, life and death are preordained. I can save him for a while, but not for a lifetime. In the end, it’s his own choice.”

Supervisor Miao didn’t answer directly, but said this. But after hearing this, Elder Zhou fell into thought, seeming to ponder deeply. He bowed as well and then left calmly.

After everyone left, Supervisor Miao descended into the cliffside, into the Pill Hall. He smiled slightly at the person in the valley and gestured invitingly.

Luo Chen pondered for a moment, then strode into the Pill Hall.

Thirteen thousand words updated today, so I’m asking for some monthly tickets. Thank you for your support.

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