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Chapter 768: Chapter 409: Nine Dragons Slaying Immortal Array (Part 2)

Just as everyone was breaking out in a cold sweat for the three Void Refining cultivators, Ke Xiangtian suddenly pulled out a handful of golden talismans from his sleeve. His hands moved swiftly in a talisman manipulation technique, chanting phrases under his breath. Instantly, the talismans seemed to come to life, racing into the grand array.

The talismans burned in the air, transforming into rays of golden light that converged into a powerful force, surging straight into the sky. The nine-headed Yin Sha Demon Dragon was stunned by this sudden burst of golden light, momentarily thrown into disarray.

The three Void Refining cultivators seized this opportunity to quickly adjust their status and launched their final counterattack. They jointly displayed powerful spells, converging with the golden light to attack the nine-headed Yin Sha Demon Dragon.

Under the dual impact of the golden light and the spells, the nine-headed Yin Sha Demon Dragon finally could not withstand it any longer and gradually disintegrated into clouds of Yin Sha Qi dissipating in the air.

However, at that moment, the concentration of Yin Sha Qi inside the grand array rose once again. The nine black vortexes expanded in size, as if something was about to be born from within.

"Fellow Daoist Bian, Fellow Daoist Qiu, Fellow Daoist Chen, quickly exit the array! This array cannot be overcome by force!"

Seeing the continuously expanding nine black vortexes within the array, Ke Xiangtian immediately realized the gravity of the situation and hurriedly warned the three Void Refining cultivators still inside the array.

The three, hearing Ke Xiangtian’s call, dared not delay and immediately flickered their figures, swiftly flying towards the outside of the grand array. Behind them, the nine black vortexes had already expanded to a significant size, as if they could burst open at any moment.

Just as the three were about to exit the grand array, the nine black vortexes suddenly exploded simultaneously. A vast wave of Yin Sha Qi surged out, filling the entire passage in an instant, as nine even more ferocious and colossal Yin Sha Demon Dragons dominated everyone’s view, exuding an even more terrifying dragon might.

Although the three Void Refining cultivators had escaped the grand array in time, they were still affected by the Yin Sha Qi’s shockwave, causing their figures to shake briefly. They hurriedly channeled their energy to resist it, secretly grateful for Ke Xiangtian’s timely warning to escape the array early.

"Master Ke, how could this happen?" Bian Chongzong’s tone was filled with urgency and perplexity as he abruptly turned to stare at Ke Xiangtian, questioning, "Did you not say that once we eliminate the nine-headed Yin Sha Demon Dragon, this array could be easily resolved? Why is there now an even stronger Yin Sha Demon Dragon appearing?"

Recalling their harrowing experience within the array just moments ago, where the three of them nearly lost their lives, Bian Chongzong’s words inevitably revealed a tone of reproach.

Ke Xiangtian didn’t avoid Bian Chongzong’s gaze. His brows furrowed tightly, his eyes fixated on the fierce and imposing nine-headed Yin Sha Demon Dragon within the array. By now, nine new Yin Sha vortexes were slowly forming behind them, as if foreshadowing the gathering of the next wave of Yin Sha Array Power.

Ke Xiangtian revealed a bitter smile on his face and responded heavily, "I was mistaken. I initially thought this grand array was a fusion of the Yin Inference Array and the Nine Dragon Trapping Array, utilizing the Yin Sha Power of the ancient restriction here. However, it appears the matter is far more complex."

Ke Xiangtian’s eyes showed a hint of admiration as he paused and continued, "The complexity of this array surpasses my imagination. The nine Yin Sha Demon Dragons are not the end of the array but rather the beginning of nine waves of Yin Sha Demon Dragons. Each wave grows stronger by endlessly absorbing Yin Sha Qi. What we face is an evolving, self-strengthening array, smashing through which requires defeating nine waves of Yin Sha Demon Dragons in one go to finally break the array!"

"What kind of array is this!" Ke Xiangtian paused briefly, unable to contain his amazement, "I, Ke, have always prided myself on my vast knowledge and have witnessed countless arrays, but I have never come across an array of such subtlety and complexity. It ingeniously combines the Yin Yang Principle with the Nine Dragon Power, forming a unique and formidable defense system that’s truly astonishing."

Ke Xiangtian’s words echoed in the spacious passage, causing all the cultivators present to feel a heaviness settle in their hearts. Their initial hope of seeing a way to break the array was suddenly replaced by despair at encountering such an unforeseen change.

The nine-headed Yin Sha Demon Dragon was wantonly hovering in the air, its thunderous dragon roar echoing like a thunderbolt by everyone’s ears, announcing its might and invincibility. The imposing and terrifying aura seemed to mercilessly mock everyone’s powerlessness and despair.

"Nine waves of Yin Dragons, each stronger than the last, how can we possibly fight through this!" a Void Refining cultivator shouted unwillingly.

"Indeed! The Secret Realm is so close, yet we never imagined this array would be so formidable." Another Void Refining cultivator echoed, his face full of dejection.

"Forcing our way through won’t work, we must find another way." Bian Chongzong turned his gaze towards Ke Xiangtian, asking with concern, "Master Ke, aside from forcing our way through, is there no other way to break this array?"

All eyes focused on Ke Xiangtian, hoping he could provide a solution.

Ke Xiangtian’s brows furrowed as he fell into deep contemplation.

After hearing Ke Xiangtian’s words, even the Nine Demons Sect felt a weight settle over them.

"Demon Lord, do you recognize this array!"

Ancestor Wutian Demon quickly turned to ’Hong San’, inquiring through transmitted thoughts.

’Hong San’s’ eyes flickered with a trace of scarlet light, which quickly vanished, as if he had fallen into a distant memory. A long while later, he finally came back to his senses, sighing as he transmitted his reply to Ancestor Wutian Demon, "This is the legendary Nine Dragons Slaying Immortal Array. I never expected to see such an ancient and powerful array here again. What’s more astonishing is that the person who laid it not only ingeniously fused the Nine Dragons Slaying Immortal Array with the Yin Yang Celestial Derivation Array but also fully utilized the geographical advantages of this place. This person is not only a master of array formation but also a rare genius! Anyone capable of laying such an array is undoubtedly a master of a generation!"

"Demon Lord, if you personally take action, do you have the confidence to break this array?"

A hint of seriousness flashed in Ancestor Wutian Demon’s eyes as he asked with concern.

"It will be difficult!" ’Hong San’ responded with caution, "This array is extraordinary. It combines the Nine Dragons Slaying Immortal Array with the Yin Yang Celestial Derivation Array, its power doubled. Even if I act personally, I’m not entirely confident I can break the array on my own; perhaps it’s best to watch for changes."

Upon hearing this, Ancestor Wutian Demon fell silent, observing Ke Xiangtian attentively.

At this moment, Ke Xiangtian’s thoughts were racing, his gaze darting across the array in a desperate search for any flaw.

Ke Xiangtian suddenly broke the silence with a resolute tone, "It’s not that there’s no way. I have a method I can try, but it requires entering the array, which is quite dangerous. We need to coordinate seamlessly for even a chance at success."

The spirits of everyone were lifted upon hearing this.

Bian Chongzong asked eagerly, "What method? Master, please tell us."

Whether or not they could break through this array concerned them with the existence of a Daoist Monarch’s Cave Mansion and an Ancient Secret Realm, so all the cultivators focused intently on Ke Xiangtian.

Ke Xiangtian took a deep breath and explained, "The core of this array lies in the continuous supply of Yin Sha Power, which causes the dragons to be reborn. By utilizing the Array’s attributes to guide the collision between Yin Sha Qi and Yang Qi, we can disrupt the Array’s balance. Once the balance is broken, the array will collapse on its own."

Ke Xiangtian paused before continuing, "Years ago, I discovered in an ancient text an array technique named the ’Yin Yang Reversal Array within the Array’. Its core principle is to use the theory of mutual generation and restraint between Yin and Yang to set up a small array within the existing grand array. By reversing Yin and Yang, it interferes with the grand array’s operation, thus creating a chance to break it."

"However," Ke Xiangtian shifted his tone, adding soberly, "the process of setting up the array within the array is extremely dangerous. Any slight error, and all of us will perish within the array. Therefore, we must act strictly according to my instructions, without any mistakes."

Everyone’s expressions turned solemn after hearing this, hesitating slightly. Ke Xiangtian’s proposed method was too perilous.

However, this array-breaking technique was their only chance to enter the Secret Realm. After a round of discussion, the cultivators agreed to follow Ke Xiangtian’s suggestion.

Soon enough, under Ke Xiangtian’s guidance, everyone began rehearsing the setup for the Yin Yang Reversal Array within the Array.