Chapter 424: Chapter 399: Seen Through_1
Now, they had been placed completely on the defensive, forced to fight back as best they could.
Indeed, being unable to mobilize the power of heaven and earth would significantly weaken Lu Yan’s power.
Fortunately, his physical body was strong enough that even if he could not serve as the primary force, he could still assist Lin Yan in restraining the other immortals.
The two set off immediately towards the Nanmang Immortal Ruin.
The Nanmang Immortal Ruin sat within a vast ancient mountain range. Covering a thousand miles and shrouded in mist, it forbade the entry of all living things.
Using the Rule of Fire, Lin Yan carved a path, forcibly breaking through the outer rules of the ruin, allowing them to successfully enter the Nanmang Immortal Ruin.
...
Meanwhile, the Spirit Sect Hierarch and the White Tiger Immortal Master were hurrying towards the Ice Wind Immortal Ruin.
"Wait."
The Sect Hierarch suddenly stopped the White Tiger Immortal Master.
"Sir, what is it?"
The White Tiger Immortal Master halted and asked.
"That Lin Yan and Lu Yan, they destroyed the Red Flame Immortal Ruins at this time and then intercepted you there. It is apparent that they already know about the Lifeblood Sword and also the lottery results of the nine immortal ruins, their purpose of intercepting you is probably to get the Lifeblood Sword."
"Given this, they certainly know that our next destination is the Ice Wind Immortal Ruin. If we put ourselves in their shoes, now that they are entirely on the defensive, the only thing they can do is to weaken our strength. I speculate that they might try to kill off the other immortal ruins."
The Sect Hierarch explained.
"You’re right, sir. It’s the Nanmang Immortal Ruin. The Red Flame Immortal Ruin is the closest to the Nanmang Immortal Ruin. Their next target is most likely the latter."
The White Tiger Immortal Master inferred.
"Let’s go to the Nanmang Immortal Ruin and save Immortal Master Nanmang first."
The Sect Hierarch commanded.
"Sir, according to the draw, Immortal Master Nanmang is the fifth on the list. Shouldn’t we prioritize others? Aren’t you afraid the other Immortal Masters will have objections?"
The White Tiger Immortal Master asked.
"During special times, we need special treatments. We must be flexible, and all else is secondary."
The Sect Hierarch declared.
The two transformed into two rays of light, rushing towards the Nanmang Immortal Ruin with great speed.
...
Shortly after Lu Yan and Lin Yan entered the Nanmang Immortal Ruin, they saw a giant snake spiraling around a mountain peak.
The giant snake, upon seeing Lu Yan and Lin Yan, attempted to flee into the depths of the ruins but was struck dead by Lin Yan’s Yanlong Horn, annihilating its body and its primordial spirit together.
The illusion of the Dao Book flew out and devoured the corpse of the giant snake.
The two sped up, pushing forward quickly.
Along the way, they encountered several giant snakes, amongst which the most powerful had reached the fifth rotation of the Yuan God.
But without Lu Yan needing to act, Lin Yan struck with each of his attacks ending in an instant kill.
All the immortal corpses were consumed by the Dao Book without exception.
"There are hardly any opportunities for Martial Arts progression left."
Lu Yan reflected in secret.
He was yet to reach the highest level of martial arts, leaving only the Phantom Dragon Palm incomplete.
What remained were top martial arts and first-class martial arts.
First-class martial arts even had over two hundred varieties.
However, the evolution of first-class martial arts was swift, and a third rotation immortal corpse would most likely suffice to elevate a heap of first-class martial skills, hardly consuming any energy.
Lu Yan then pondered upon preserving the rest of the immortal corpses for later consumption.
Boom!
Suddenly, a gigantic cudgel came crashing down towards the two.
The pair soared into the air to evade it.
Boom!
The ground rumbled as the earth cracked open and rocks flew, creating a ravine thousands of miles long.
Turned out it was a snake’s tail.
A terrifying enormous snake appeared. Its mountain-sized eyes swept across the two, and a terrifying aura surged towards the two like a tide.
Immortal Master Nanmang.
They knew the big boss had arrived.
"You are....Lu Yan..."
Immortal Master Nanmang recognized Lu Yan at a glance.
Boom!
In response, a Big Tree Phantom Image charged into Immortal Master Nanmang’s sea of consciousness, directly aiming at his Yuan God.
Immortal Master Nanmang’s Yuan God shook violently, causing him to momentarily lose focus.
Lin Yan rocketed into the sky, the Rule Power surged, and a Coiling Dragon Spear appeared in his hand.
The Coiling Dragon Spear grew instantly, puncturing Immortal Master Nanmang’s body from top to bottom, nailing him to the ground.
"Fusion Master, who are you?"
Pierced with pain, Immortal Master Nanmang struggled madly, his tail sweeping away a mountain peak, causing it to erupt.
At the same time, his soul spread out, communicating with a treasure deep within the ruins.
Boom!
A terrifying aura began to permeate from the depths of the Ruins.
This was the Immortal Treasure of the Nanmang Immortal Ruin,
It was just like the Red Flame Immortal Ruin, although it was incomplete, it was still frightfully powerful.
Lin Yan had been on guard against his move. He quickly formed hand seals, and a Great Sun Melting Furnace coalesced from it.
Meanwhile, Lu Yan continuously used the Thunder Bell to interfere with their opponent. He then used the Big Tree Phantom Image, causing another strike.
However, the opponent’s Yuan God had retreated into his physical body, and this strike fell void.
The next moment, the Great Sun Melting Furnace fell, isolating the Nanmang Immortal Ruin within it, cutting off the contact with the Immortal Treasure. The terrifying aura from the depths of the Ruin vanished.
Boom, boom, boom...
Immortal Master Nanmang struggled madly, breaking the Coiling Dragon Spear stuck in his body, and then pounded against the Great Sun Melting Furnace.
But with Lin Yan’s current strength, Immortal Master Nanmang couldn’t break open the Great Sun Melting Furnace no matter what he did.
Lu Yan couldn’t help but exclaim, compared to when they dealt with Immortal Lord Red Flame, this was much easier.
After a dozen or so attacks against the Great Sun Melting Furnace ended unsuccessfully, Immortal Master Nanmang began to grow restless. A strong aura rose up, striving towards the fusion level.
But as soon as he reached the fusion level, chains came out from Immortal Master Nanmang’s body, suppressing his aura.
Inside the Great Sun Melting Furnace, a destructive energy filled the void, aiming to refine Immortal Master Nanmang.
Black smoke began to rise from Immortal Master Nanmang’s body.
Trace by trace...
In the distance, several giant serpents writhed, rushing over, intending to rescue the Immortal Master Nanmang.
One of them exuded an incredibly strong aura, reaching the Seventh Transformation of the Primordial Spirit.
There were two others which had achieved the Sixth Rotation of the Primordial Spirit.
The overall strength of the Nanmang Immortal Ruin far exceeded the Red Flame Immortal Ruins.
"Elder, leave them to me."
Lu Yan sent a message to Lin Yan and then stepped forward to meet the challenge.
The Five-Colored Battle Knife cleaved out, sending a dazzling blade light piercing into the sky.
Although he couldn’t utilize the Heavenly Earth Power, with only his True Body and True Vigor, the force was still astonishingly great.
Puh!
One of the giant serpents with the Sixth Rotation of the Yuan God was sent flying, a blade injury of more than ten meters appeared on its body, almost cleaving it in half.
The giant serpent with the Seventh Transformation of the Primordial Spirit mobilized the Rule Power, and attacked Lu Yan.
Lu Yan swung his blade to counter attack.
Bang!
Roar!
Suddenly, a dazzling white light fell from the sky and struck the Great Sun Melting Furnace.
Following the white light, a two-colored black and white seal fell and smashed onto the Great Sun Melting Furnace.
The Great Sun Melting Furnace could not withstand the impact, and exploded.
Two figures descended and stood beside the Immortal Master Nanmang.
"Stimulate the celestial restraints, and I will help you escape."
The White Tiger Immortal Master sent a message to the Immortal Master Nanmang.
The Immortal Master Nanmang was overjoyed, his aura rapidly amplifying, the chains on his body resurfaced.
Swish!
A beam of blood-colored sword light shot out from the White Tiger Immortal Master, striking one of the chains.
With the strength of the White Tiger Immortal Master, fully mobilizing the Lifeblood Sword, one of the chains was promptly severed.
"The Sect Hierarch of Spirit Sect, the White Tiger Immortal Master."
Lu Yan’s pupils shrank as he retreated to Lin Yan’s side.
"Nanmang, you cut it yourself, we will hold them off."
The White Tiger Immortal Master handed the Lifeblood Sword to the Immortal Master Nanmang, then leapt forward in a single bound, landing in front of Lu Yan and Lin Yan. His powerful aura pressed against the duo.
The Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect, with the Immortal Demon large symbol above his head, stepped forward, forcing Lu Yan and Lin Yan back.
Meanwhile, the Immortal Master Nanmang, fully channeled the Lifeblood Sword and slashed continuously at the chains on his body.
"Lu Yan, it is hopeless. We need to leave."
Lin Yan swiftly dragged Lu Yan and retreated.
Within the Nanmang Immortal Ruin, Lu Yan’s strength could not be fully exerted, making it hard to rival the He Dao cultivator. Preventing the Immortal Master Nanmang from escaping was impossible for Lin Yan alone in a scenario of one against two.
Thus, they simply decided to retreat.
The Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect and the White Tiger Immortal Master did not pursue. Instead, they turned around to help the Immortal Master Nanmang use the Lifeblood Sword.
Clang, clang, clang...
The chains on the Immortal Master Nanmang, one after the other, broke apart.
And Lu Yan and Lin Yan quickly exited the Nanmang Immortal Ruin.
"I did not expect the Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect and the White Tiger Immortal Master to come to the Nanmang Immortal Ruin. It seems our thoughts have already been guessed by them. Let’s go. Back to Jinzhou."""
Lin Yan said.
With no alternative, the two could only return to the Martial Alliance to reconsider their plans.
With the assistance of the Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect and the White Tiger Immortal Master, the chains on the Immortal Master Nanmang were soon severed.
Bang!
The Immortal Master Nanmang let out a pleasurable long howl, his aura dramatically surged, it seemed like a gigantic dragon had risen to the sky, flying out of the Immortal Ruins, soaring in the sky’s vault.
"Congratulations to the Immortal Master for escaping."
Eight to nine giant serpents flew out to congratulate the Immortal Master Nanmang.
The Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect and the White Tiger Immortal Master also flew out.
"Lu Yan..."
Gazing towards the north, a cold killing intent appeared in the eyes of the Immortal Master Nanmang.
"Master, White Tiger, the three of us should join forces to kill Lu Yan and the single He Dao cultivator."
Immortal Master Nanmang said coldly.
"Indeed, with the combined forces of the three of us, we can eliminate Lin Yan and Lu Yan."
The White Tiger Immortal Master concurred.
"Lin Yan? Could it be Lin Yan the Saint Yan from Dagu Dynasty?"
Immortal Master Nanmang was surprised.
"Yes, it is him."
"I did not expect that this old codger was still alive. In that case, let’s send him off permanently."
The Immortal Master Nanmang’s gaze grew even colder.
But the Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect shook his head. Suddenly, he stumbled, his face a bit pale.
His aura was rapidly weakening.
At this moment, the lump on his chest became dull, fading, and seemingly powerless.
"The energy of the evil heart is about to be depleted, I can no longer suppress my injury. My strength is currently lesser than He Dao’s and the White Tiger Immortal Master is also injured with a severely damaged Origin Energy, not as strong as it was at its peak. Right now, we cannot kill Lu Yan and Lin Yan."
The Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect said.
The White Tiger Immortal Master kept silent. He understood the truth in the Sect Hierarch of the Spirit Sect’s words.
"The initiative is now in my hands. What we need to do now is to fully refine the Lifeblood Sword, enabling more Immortal Masters to escape. By then, killing Lu Yan and Lin Yan will be as easy as flipping a hand."
"Moreover, I also need to start my recovery, have Zhou Yuandao fully cooperate and summon the Martial Cultivators to follow the way of the Martial Spirit, carry out large-scale sacrifices and establish a connection with the Martial Spirit."
The Sect Hierarch of Spirit Sect said.
"Yes."
The White Tiger Immortal Master and the Immortal Master Nanmang respectfully agreed.
On the way, Lu Yan and Lin Yan discussed if they could leave for other Immortal Ruins.
After a bit of discussion, they decided to give up.
The risk was too great.
Currently, besides the White Tiger Immortal Ruin, Nanmang Immortal Ruin, and Red Flame Immortal Ruin, there were still six other Immortal Ruins.
And definitely, the Purple Wing Immortal Ruins and Golden Sun Immortal Ruins were not viable options.
