Chapter 1084
Netherworld Blood Sea
"Finally, this monster is gone." Yang Ling breathed a sigh of relief and sheathed his sword.
Bai Yunzi smiled and said, "It's good that you're here on this trip, Yang Ling. Your swordsmanship is becoming more and more exquisite."
"You flatter me, senior," Yang Ling replied modestly. "If it weren't for your magical assistance, I wouldn't have been able to find the monster's weakness so quickly."
The two exchanged a smile, the atmosphere quite harmonious. But Bai Yunzi quickly wiped the smile off his face and pondered, "The presence of such an evil monster in this Netherworld Blood Sea is probably related to the 'Heavenly Demon Disintegration Technique.' We must investigate further to see what secrets lie behind this."
Yang Ling nodded in agreement: "Senior is right. There must be many more secrets waiting for us to discover in this Netherworld Blood Sea."
The two decided to venture deeper into the Netherworld Blood Sea to uncover the truth behind it. They cautiously traversed the sea of blood, vigilantly observing their surroundings.
Soon after, they discovered an ancient palace hidden on the seabed. The palace gates were tightly closed, covered with ancient runes, exuding a mysterious and solemn aura.
“This palace looks ancient; perhaps it holds the secrets we’re looking for,” Bai Yunzi said, reaching out to touch the runes.
Suddenly, the gate slowly opened, revealing a dimly lit hall inside. The two exchanged a glance and resolutely walked in.
The palace's interior was furnished in an ancient style, with walls covered in old murals depicting mysterious rituals and battle scenes. Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi examined them carefully, trying to find clues.
“Senior, look at this mural.” Yang Ling pointed to one of the murals and said, “The ritual depicted here seems to be related to the ‘Heavenly Demon Disintegration Technique’.”
Bai Yunzi leaned over to take a look and nodded in agreement: "That's right, this is indeed related to the 'Heavenly Demon Disintegration Technique'. It seems we've found the key."
The two continued deeper into the palace and discovered a secret chamber. Inside the chamber was an ancient magic circle, and in the center of the circle lay a yellowed ancient book.
Yang Ling stepped forward, picked up the ancient book, and opened it. Inside, it detailed the cultivation method of the 'Heavenly Demon Disintegration Technique' and the conspiracy behind it.
"So that's how it is." Bai Yunzi sighed after reading the ancient book. "This 'Heavenly Demon Disintegration Technique' was actually created to resurrect an ancient evil god. The force behind the black-robed man is probably the followers of this evil god."
Yang Ling's expression turned solemn: "Then what should we do? Once this evil god is resurrected, it will probably bring endless disasters to the world."
Bai Yunzi pondered for a moment: "We must stop this conspiracy. Now that we know their purpose and plan, we need to find a way to destroy this magic array and prevent the evil god from being resurrected."
Yang Ling nodded in agreement: "Senior, I will do my best to help you."
The two began to carefully study the magic circle, searching for a way to break it. After much effort, they finally found the magic circle's weakness and successfully destroyed it.
As the magic array was destroyed, the entire palace began to collapse. Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi hurriedly fled the palace and returned to the sea.
As they watched the palace they had just escaped slowly collapse in the sea and eventually sink to the bottom, the two of them breathed a sigh of relief.
After escaping the collapsed palace, Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi floated on the sea, watching the ancient palace gradually sink into the deep sea.
"That was close, I almost died there." Yang Ling wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and said with lingering fear.
Bai Yunzi said with a solemn expression, "This is just the beginning. The followers of the evil god will not give up easily. We must prepare as soon as possible."
Yang Ling nodded, his eyes resolute: "Senior, what should we do next?" Bai Yunzi stroked his beard and pondered for a moment before saying, "We need to unite with more fellow cultivators to fight against this evil god who is about to awaken."
"Then where do we find these like-minded people?" Yang Ling asked.
“There are many cultivation sects in the world. We can go to some of the major sects and tell them about this. I believe they will lend a helping hand,” Bai Yunzi said.
After discussing it, the two took off on their swords and flew towards the nearest major cultivation sect—the Kunlun Sect.
Several days later, they arrived at the Kunlun Mountains. There they saw endless mountains, peaks upon peaks, and clouds and mist swirling around them, as if there were celestial beings floating by.
"This is truly a wonderful place for cultivating immortality!" Yang Ling exclaimed.
Bai Yunzi also showed an appreciative expression: "The Kunlun Sect has a long history and profound heritage. We are sure to find strong reinforcements on this trip."
The two landed in front of the Kunlun Sect's mountain gate, where two Taoist priests greeted them: "Fellow Taoists, what brings you here?"
Yang Ling stepped forward and bowed, saying, "We are cultivators from afar, and we have important matters to discuss. Please help us inform them."
One of the Taoist priests nodded: "Please wait a moment, I will go and report to the sect leader."
Soon, the Taoist priest returned and led them through the gates of the Kunlun Sect. Along the way, Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi witnessed the grandeur and magnificence of the Kunlun Sect, secretly marveling at it.
Upon entering the main hall, a middle-aged man with an air of otherworldly wisdom greeted them: "Fellow Daoists, you have come from afar. We apologize for not welcoming you properly."
Bai Yunzi quickly returned the greeting: "Sect Leader, you are too kind. We have come here today with important matters to discuss."
The sect leader gestured for them to sit down, then asked, "What urgent matter do you two have to discuss? Please speak frankly."
Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi exchanged a glance, and then Yang Ling began to recount their experiences in the Netherworld Valley and the Netherworld Blood Sea, as well as the conspiracy about the resurrection of the evil god.
After listening, the sect leader's expression turned solemn: "This matter is of utmost importance. If the evil god is truly resurrected, the world will likely descend into chaos. Rest assured, fellow Daoists, the Kunlun Sect will certainly lend a helping hand."
Bai Yunzi was overjoyed upon hearing this: "Thank you, Master!"
The sect leader waved his hand and said, "Fellow Daoist, you are too kind. Eliminating demons and protecting the righteous path is the duty of us cultivators."
Subsequently, the sect leader summoned the experts of the Kunlun Sect to discuss countermeasures with Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi. After some discussion, they decided to unite with other cultivation sects to form a demon-slaying alliance to jointly combat the followers of the evil god.
In the days that followed, Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi traveled extensively, persuading various cultivation sects. Thanks to their efforts, more and more sects joined the Demon Extermination Alliance, preparing together to fight against the evil god.
After persuading the last major cultivation sect, Yang Ling and Bai Yunzi returned to the headquarters of the Demon Extermination Alliance. By then, the alliance had gathered numerous cultivation experts, all making final preparations for the upcoming battle.
"Senior, we are ready." Yang Ling stood beside Bai Yunzi and said with a firm gaze. (End of Chapter)