Chapter 62:
The demon cultivator continued to propose a blood oath, but Li Su remained silent, focusing on unleashing the Dayan Sword Formations full power to defeat him. The spirit stones were rapidly depleting, absorbed by the formation.
As the turbulence within the formation grew, the demon cultivator concealed his unease. Once powerful, he was depleted, his treasures used up, and his cultivation regressed. He felt the pressure of his diminished strength.
Kid, think it through, the demon cultivator urged, his voice trembling. Even if you control this killing formation, you can only deal with me. When the Heavenly Demon Palace comes, they wont be lured by you. Theyll slaughter everyone here to force you out.
Li Su retorted, Your words are excessive, and activated the entire Dayan Sword Formation. The cave trembled as the remaining ancient long swords, the Dayan Swords, launched a simultaneous attack. The formations complexity relied on a skilled artificers cooperation, and the remaining Dayan Swords were indestructible.
Damn it! the demon cultivator cried out, caught off guard by Li Sus sudden activation of the formation. He had no choice but to fully engage in battle, shouting, Kid, youll regret this when the Heavenly Demon Palaces people arrive!
The demon cultivator could only manage to shout this before fully immersing himself in the battle.
Within the Dayan Sword Formation, more than thirty Dayan Swords unleashed a stunning attack. Visually, it seemed as though numerous long swords were encircling the demon cultivator. However, there were only around thirty Dayan Swords. This optical illusion was due to the incredible speed of the Dayan Swords, which generated multiple afterimages. Additionally, the Dayan Swords themselves could project the Dayan Sword Formation to some extent, creating a sense of illusion.
Curse it, curse it! The demon cultivators cries continued to reverberate. His strength was remarkable, as he managed to withstand the onslaught of many Dayan Sword attacks. Suppose these Dayan Swords were used against a Foundation Establishment or even an early Golden Core cultivator without advanced defensive techniques. In that case, they might be unable to endure a single strike. This type of battle consumed an extraordinary number of spirit stones, as it was specifically designed for Yuan Infant (Early Nascent Soul) cultivators.
With the Sect Leader providing a substantial number of spirit stones, Li Su spared no expense and unleashed the full power of the entire sword formation. The Dayan Swords went on a furious assault, and due to their sheer quantity, the demon cultivator was completely hidden from view. Nevertheless, his overwhelming demonic aura could still be sensed.
This individuals aura was not the typical blood-red spiritual energy but had a darkish sparkle. His cultivation method seemed distinct from what he had imparted to the cultivator Bai. It appeared that he hadnt given the cultivator Bai anything too valuable to prevent him from leaving once he obtained something truly valuable.
After all, at the time, he had no means to restrict the cultivator Bai within the killing formation. He possibly intentionally left some hidden tricks in the cultivation technique he passed on to the cultivator Bai but chose not to inform him.
The battle continued. It was a struggle between the entire Dayan Sword Formation and the demon cultivator, and Li Su couldnt directly intervene. The Sect Leader, on the other hand, started channeling their true energy. They seemed inclined to join the battle, probably sensing that things werent going well. However, from Li Sus perspective, it appeared that the Sect Leader wouldnt need to get involved.
Argh! The demon cultivators hysterical cries echoed. He had been significantly injured. After Li Su reinforced the Dayan Sword Formation, its power greatly increased, while the demon cultivators strength decreased significantly, and he had few treasures left.
Seize the moment, Li Su controlled the Dayan Sword Formation and launched a fierce attack. The sky was ablaze with sword light within the entire Dayan Sword Formation, and an overwhelming wave of sword energy surged towards the demon cultivator.
Youll regret this Ah! The demon cultivator let out one final, wretched scream, and then the sounds of battle subsided. Over ten thousand spirit stones had been expended.
Is he deceased? Li Su moved his hand, and the multitude of Dayan Swords ceased their attacks, consolidating back into thirty-six swords hovering within the formation. Within the formation, there was no trace of the demon cultivator anymore. It wasnt that he had escaped. His body had been obliterated by the Dayan Swords, leaving no remains. This was truly destruction, with only a faint mist of blood lingering in the air.
On the ground, occasional slightly larger shreds of clothing remained. Even his Yuan Infant couldnt be seen anymore, suggesting it had also been pulverized. This individual couldnt have escaped, so the only possibility was his death. His mysterious golden soul had also been annihilated. This outcome didnt surprise Li Su at all. That would have been unexpected if he couldnt handle this individual, even with the Dayan Sword Formation at full power. It would have meant that this individual had many hidden cards, and Li Su would have to wait until he became stronger to deal with him.
Sect Leader, Li Su cautiously began, before we use our divine senses to search, its crucial to remember that this demon wields highly malicious soul-attacking techniques, and his soul might be exceptionally robust. We should exercise caution. He might be setting a trap.
Li Sus concern arose from the memory of the formation master and the Yuan Infant cultivator, Liu Chuan, who suffered fatal soul injuries at this individuals hands. This demon likely possessed an exceptionally powerful soul. In some cases, a powerful soul could persist even if the physical body and Yuan Infant were destroyed, enabling body possession or using soul-related techniques. Using divine sense recklessly could play right into his hands.
The Sect Leader, understanding the gravity of the situation, offered, Li Su, these Heavenly Thunder Pearls can threaten someone at the early Golden Core stage. Take them.
Li Su recognized the pearls as Heavenly Thunder Pearls, crafted from thunderstorms and potent against souls. He tossed two into the Dayan Sword Formation, filling it with thunder and lightning forcing the demon cultivator to reveal himself.
However, the demon cultivators soul proved agile, evading the Heavenly Thunder Pearls. This highlighted the Dayan Sword Formations weakness against souls, especially against ghost cultivators, who had lost their physical forms and couldnt possess others. Ghost cultivation was dangerous, and this demon cultivators soul wasnt keen on it.
Li Su tossed another Heavenly Thunder Pearl but couldnt harm the demon cultivator. Seeing this, Li Su suggested, Use the Thunder Pill, a far more potent item from the Purple Thunder Cloud Beast.
The demon cultivator threatened to become a ghost cultivator if needed, vowing vengeance on Li Sus clan, but a violet lightning bolt from the Thunder Pill struck, annihilating his soul.
Li Su remarked, Now, this guy is gone for good.
The Sect Leader inquired about the source of the Thunder Pill, her gaze fixed on it. Li Su casually replied, I obtained this from killing the Purple Thunder Cloud Beast.
Realizing he may have revealed too much, Li Su added, Yes, Sect Leader, when asked if he had reached the fifth level of the Golden Core stage, his expression betraying his admission.
The Sect Leaders surprise was evident, it hadnt been long since Li Su reached the third level of the Golden Core stage, and now he was at the fifth. Her astonishment would likely be even greater if she knew he was actually in the late Golden Core stage.
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