Chapter 1110
Invincible
Just then, a chilling aura wafted from afar, sending a shiver down everyone's spine. Shi Ji frowned, looking warily in the direction from which the aura came. She saw a man in a blue robe slowly approaching, his body covered by a thin layer of frost, his steps steady and firm.
"Han Bingjue!" Mu Xue exclaimed, her tone a mixture of tension and anticipation. She knew in her heart that Han Bingjue, the top expert of the Hanbing Sect, known as the "King of Frost," would definitely be able to turn the tide of the current battle once he made a move.
Han Bingjue glanced coldly at the fallen Dark Leader, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes. He then turned to Shi Ji, nodding slightly, before turning his gaze to the Dark Cultivators: "Do you have any last words to say?"
The dark cultivators exchanged bewildered glances. Knowing the terrifying power of Han Bingjue, a sense of retreat began to creep into their hearts. But the leader gritted his teeth and said fiercely, "Even if our Dark Leader is dead, we will not give up easily! Han Bingjue, we will make you pay the price!"
Han Bingjue let out a cold laugh: "Then come and try it." As soon as he finished speaking, he waved his hands, and countless frosts surged in the air, condensing into ice dragons that roared towards the dark cultivators.
The dark cultivators fought desperately, but were utterly powerless against Han Bingjue's ice dragon onslaught. Wherever the ice dragons passed, the ground froze instantly, and enemies were frozen into ice sculptures. Han Bingjue's power shocked everyone present; he seemed to have transformed into a god of frost on the battlefield, invincible.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Shi Ji commanded her disciples to launch a counterattack. Mu Xue also led the other disciples to actively cooperate with Han Bingjue, unleashing various spells and martial arts techniques to launch a fierce attack on the enemy. Another fierce battle broke out on the battlefield, but this time, the side of justice clearly gained the upper hand.
The Azure Dragonscale Beast was equally formidable, wielding its massive dragon claws to create powerful shockwaves that knocked its enemies to the ground. Its breath carried destructive power, which the dark cultivators were utterly unable to withstand.
Under the fierce attack of the Azure Dragonscale Beast, the dark cultivators were plunged into unprecedented panic. Their defenses crumbled, unable to withstand the combined offensive of the forces of justice. The tacit cooperation between Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, Mu Xue, and the Azure Dragonscale Beast completely reversed the situation on the battlefield.
Shi Ji moved with lightning speed, weaving through the enemy ranks. The spirit sword in his hand flashed with a sharp light, each strike precisely hitting the dark cultivator's vital points. His eyes were resolute, his tone icy: "Your evil is destined to fail against justice. Lay down your weapons, and perhaps you'll have a way out."
Han Bingjue stood in the center of the battlefield, the frost around him growing ever thicker. With each swing of his hands, ice dragons roared forth, shattering the enemy's defenses. Each attack of the ice dragons claimed the lives of several dark cultivators. His voice was as cold as winter: "Continue to resist, and you will only die sooner."
Mu Xue and her other disciples were equally resilient, unleashing their respective spells to unite against the dark cultivators. Mu Xue moved with agility and grace, her longsword transforming into streaks of silver light as she pierced towards the enemy. She encouraged her disciples, "Justice will prevail! Hold on, everyone!"
The Azure Dragon Scale Beast's attacks grew increasingly ferocious. Its scales shimmered with a dazzling blue light, and with each breath of its dragon breath, enemies were reduced to ashes. Its dragon claws slammed into the ground, creating powerful shockwaves that made it difficult for the dark cultivators to maintain their footing.
Finally, the dark monks' resistance crumbled, and their leader fell to the ice dragon attack of Han Bingjue. The remaining dark monks, having lost all will to fight, dropped their weapons and knelt down to beg for mercy.
Shi Ji sheathed his spirit sword, coldly gazing at the surrendered dark cultivators, his vigilance undiminished. He walked to Han Bingjue's side and asked in a low voice, "What should we do with these people?"
Han Bingjue smiled slightly, his gaze icy: "Evil people are unforgivable. Hand them over to the sect for processing, and let them pay the price for their crimes."
Mu Xue nodded in agreement, saying, "We can't be soft-hearted. If we let these people go, they will definitely cause trouble again."
Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, Mu Xue, and the other disciples began clearing the battlefield, binding the surrendered dark cultivators, and preparing to take them back to the sect for trial. The Azure Dragon Scale Beast also returned to calm, standing quietly to the side to guard them.
As she cleared the battlefield, Shi Ji walked up to a bound dark cultivator, knelt down, and looked directly into his eyes. The dark cultivator appeared quite apprehensive under Shi Ji's gaze.
"Tell me, why do you serve the Dark Alliance?" Shi Ji's tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable authority.
The dark monk swallowed hard and answered cautiously, "We...we were forced into it. The Dark Alliance is too powerful; if we don't submit, we will face cruel punishment."
Shi Ji frowned and continued to press, "Then do you know the Dark Alliance's true purpose? What exactly do they want to do?"
The dark cultivator hesitated for a moment before finally speaking: "Actually, we're not entirely sure of their true purpose either. However, I've heard that they seem to be searching for some ancient power, hoping to use it to control the entire cultivation world."
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji was startled and exchanged glances with Han Bingjue and Mu Xue. They both knew that if the Dark Alliance truly possessed that power, the entire cultivation world would be plunged into a tremendous crisis.
"We must get this message back to the sect as soon as possible," Han Bingjue said in a deep voice, "so that the sect's higher-ups can prepare a response."
Mu Xue nodded: "Yes, this news is too important. We cannot let the Dark Alliance's conspiracy succeed."
Shi Ji stood up, her gaze resolute as she looked towards the distant horizon: "We must not only send the message back, but also find a way to stop their plan. The forces of justice must never be defeated by evil!"
The three exchanged a smile, their hearts filled with confidence and determination. They understood that the road ahead was long and arduous, but as long as they were united, nothing could stop them from moving forward.
After clearing the battlefield, Shi Ji and her group returned to their sect with the captured dark cultivators. They handed the dark cultivators over to the sect's higher-ups and reported back in detail the information they had obtained from the dark cultivators.
After hearing the report from Shi Ji and the others, the sect's high-ranking members wore solemn expressions. An elder stroked his long beard and slowly spoke: "This Dark Alliance is actually searching for ancient power; this is no small matter. We must take immediate action."
Another high-ranking official added, "That's right. If they succeed, the entire cultivation world will be plunged into utter ruin."
Shi Ji stepped forward, cupped her hands, and said, "This disciple is willing to go and investigate this matter. I will definitely find out the true purpose of the Dark Alliance and find a way to stop them."
Han Bingjue and Mu Xue also expressed their willingness to go together. The sect leader looked at the three outstanding disciples before him, a hint of appreciation flashing in his eyes. He pondered for a moment, and finally nodded: "Alright, the three of you shall go and investigate this matter. But remember, be careful in everything you do, and do not act rashly."
The three responded in unison, and then withdrew to prepare for their journey.
Several days later, Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, and Mu Xue embarked on their journey to the Dark Alliance's stronghold. They traversed vast mountains and forests, overcoming countless dangers, and finally arrived at their destination. Outside the Dark Alliance's stronghold, Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, and Mu Xue cautiously observed the area. They discovered that it was heavily guarded, riddled with various formations and traps. Shi Ji frowned: "It seems that infiltrating without alerting the enemy won't be easy."
A cold glint flashed in Han Bingjue's eyes: "We can use the cover of night to sneak in. Mu Xue, you are in charge of breaking the formation, and Shi Ji and I will deal with any enemies that may appear."
Mu Xue nodded, quickly took out a formation-breaking talisman, and began to carefully study the formation structure before her. She circulated her spiritual power, and the formation-breaking talisman emitted a faint light. Under her guidance, the formation gradually became ineffective. The three of them took the opportunity to quickly enter the stronghold.
After entering the stronghold, they evaded the patrolling dark cultivators and found a secluded room. The room was filled with various ancient books and scrolls, clearly research materials from the Dark Alliance. Shi Ji flipped through some of the scrolls, her expression turning grave: "These materials record that they are researching an ancient power called 'Nine Netherworld Fire,' which is said to be able to devour souls and control living beings."
Han Bingjue sneered, "These evil fellows are indeed no good. We must take this information back and let the sect's higher-ups know what's going on."
Mu Xue nodded and put some important scrolls into her storage bag: "We need to leave here quickly. The longer we stay, the more dangerous it will be."
Just as they were preparing to retreat, footsteps suddenly sounded outside the room. Several dark monks rushed in, discovered the three's presence, and immediately sounded the alarm: "Enemy intrusion!"
Shi Ji's eyes turned cold, and she drew her spirit sword: "It's too late, prepare for battle!"
Han Bingjue swung his hands, unleashing an ice dragon that roared forth and crashed into the enemy. Mu Xue, not to be outdone, also unleashed her swordsmanship, fighting alongside Shi Ji. The three worked in perfect harmony, quickly repelling the first wave of enemies, but more dark cultivators had already been alerted and were rushing towards them.
Shi Ji looked anxiously out the door: "There are too many enemies. We must find a way to break through."
Han Bingjue nodded: "Mu Xue, you cover us, we'll break out."
Mu Xue gritted her teeth and nodded, channeling her spiritual power to slam a lightning talisman onto the ground. Instantly, lightning crackled, repelling the enemies who rushed in. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Shi Ji and Han Bingjue rushed out of the room, leading Mu Xue in a fierce battle until they finally broke out of the stronghold.
They ran through the forest until they were sure no enemies were pursuing them, then they stopped to rest. Shi Ji, panting heavily, looked at the scroll in her hand: "We succeeded. This information will become crucial evidence to expose the Dark Alliance's conspiracy."
Han Bingjue nodded: "We will return to the sect immediately and hand over these materials to the elders."
The three quickly decided to return to their sect. As they passed through a dense forest, Han Bingjue suddenly stopped. "We must use the 'Immortal Shadow Technique' to conceal our whereabouts and prevent the enemy from tracking us." With that, he sat cross-legged, formed hand seals, and began to use the Immortal Shadow Technique.
Shi Ji and Mu Xue immediately sat down as well, cooperating with Han Bingjue's spellcasting. Soon, a thin layer of spiritual light enveloped their figures, gradually blending them into the surrounding environment. The three of them disappeared into the forest, vanishing from sight as if they were air.
As they continued their journey, they encountered a patrol of dark cultivators. The patrol was clearly searching for intruders, their eyes scanning their surroundings warily. Shi Ji gripped her spirit sword tightly, held her breath, and silently prayed that her Immortal Shadow Technique wouldn't be detected.
Fortunately, the patrol didn't spot them and gradually disappeared into the distance. Mu Xue breathed a sigh of relief and said softly, "We need to get back to the sect as soon as possible; we can't delay any longer."
Finally, they arrived safely at the sect. Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, and Mu Xue immediately went to the main hall to report their discovery to the elders. The elders listened to the report with grave expressions.
The sect leader pondered for a moment and said, "You've worked hard. This information is indeed very important, and we will study it immediately and formulate a strategy."
The elders nodded in agreement. One highly respected elder stroked his long beard and said, "The Nine Netherworld Fire, a legendary power capable of devouring souls, must not fall into the hands of the Dark Alliance. We must unite with all the righteous sects to jointly combat this threat."
The sect leader nodded and said resolutely, "Immediately issue a summons, inviting the leaders and elders of all major sects to come and discuss countermeasures. Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, and Mu Xue, the three of you will also remain in the sect and be ready to respond to any further actions."
The three agreed in unison and then withdrew. They knew this was only the beginning of the battle, and greater challenges awaited them ahead.
A few days later, the leaders and elders of the various sects gathered to discuss strategies for countering the Dark Alliance. Shi Ji, Han Bingjue, and Mu Xue were appointed as vanguards, responsible for leading disciples from each sect to gather intelligence on the Dark Alliance's movements and launch an attack at the opportune moment.
The sect elders had great faith in their abilities and provided them with ample resources and support. Shi Ji and her group led an elite squad on another journey. They traversed mountains and rivers, tracking down clues about the Dark Alliance and constantly thwarting their plots.
During a tracking operation, they discovered a secret stronghold of the Dark Alliance. Shi Ji whispered, "It seems this is an important base for them; we must proceed with caution."
Han Bingjue nodded and waved for everyone to take cover. They cautiously approached the stronghold, finding it heavily guarded, even more so than the previous strongholds. Mu Xue used a formation-breaking talisman to slowly and precisely break the formation, allowing the three of them to slip inside.
This time, they entered a secret chamber. In the center of the chamber was a huge altar, upon which burned eerie flames. Shi Ji frowned: "This is the Nine Netherworld Fire?"
Han Bingjue sensed the soul-devouring power and his expression turned grave: "That's right, this is the legendary Nine Netherworld Fire. They are clearly performing some kind of evil ritual." (End of Chapter)