Chapter 1132
The Giant Stone Pillar
After saying this, the demonic master turned and left, leaving Shi Ji alone by the lake.
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji's heart stirred. He knew this was an opportunity, a chance that could change his destiny. He immediately got up and began to carefully search for clues along the lake.
After some searching, Shi Ji finally found some strange runes by the lake. These runes emitted a faint light, as if they were a mysterious passage guiding him to the bottom of the lake.
Without hesitation, Shi Ji immediately plunged into the lake and swam towards the bottom, guided by the runes. As he swam deeper, the surrounding scenery became increasingly bizarre. The lake water began to scald, as if it would melt him. However, Shi Ji gritted his teeth and persevered, swimming forward.
Finally, he arrived at a mysterious cave at the bottom of the lake. An ancient and mysterious aura permeated the cave, as if it concealed secrets from thousands of years ago. Shi Ji cautiously entered the cave and began to search carefully.
After searching for a while, Shi Ji finally discovered a huge stone pillar deep in the cave. A person was tied to the pillar, and his body emitted a faint light, as if he were a sleeping war god.
Shi Ji's heart skipped a beat, and he immediately stepped forward to investigate. When he saw the person's face clearly, he couldn't help but gasp. That person was actually General Fei Yu, a warrior from the Celestial Realm a thousand years ago!
Shi Ji immediately stepped forward and untied the ropes from the stone pillar, rescuing General Fei Yu. However, General Fei Yu remained unconscious, as if he had fallen into an endless slumber.
Shi Ji was extremely anxious, knowing that time was of the essence. He immediately began using his immortal energy to heal General Fei Yu and try to awaken him. After much effort, General Fei Yu finally slowly opened his eyes.
"Who are you? Why did you save me?" General Feiyu's voice was weak and hoarse, as if it had experienced a thousand years of vicissitudes.
Shi Ji quickly told General Fei Yu about her identity and what had happened, and begged him for help in fighting the demonic expert. After listening to Shi Ji's account, a flash of anger and determination crossed General Fei Yu's eyes.
"I never imagined that after a thousand years of slumber, someone would still remember me. Alright, I promise you. I will do everything in my power to help you fight against that demonic master." General Feiyu's voice was weak, but it was full of determination and strength.
Shi Ji was overjoyed upon hearing this, and he immediately began discussing countermeasures with General Fei Yu. After some discussion, they decided to join forces to fight against the demonic expert, rescue the trapped villagers, and bring peace to the cultivation world.
However, they faced a tremendous challenge. The demonic expert was far too powerful; even the two of them combined could not withstand him. Moreover, they needed to find a way to restore General Feiyu's immortal power, otherwise they would be unable to contend with the demonic expert.
After some searching and contemplation, Shi Ji finally came up with a plan. He remembered seeing an ancient book in Qing Xuanzi's library that described a mysterious elixir that could restore immortal power. He decided to go to the library to find that book and try to refine the elixir.
However, the library was heavily guarded, and Shiji needed to devise a way to infiltrate it. After much thought and planning, he finally came up with a brilliant plan.
Using his invisibility and transformation abilities, he successfully infiltrated the library and found the ancient book.
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Shi Ji finally succeeded in refining the mysterious elixir that could restore immortal power. After he gave the elixir to General Fei Yu, General Fei Yu's immortal power began to gradually recover. The strength of both of them was also greatly enhanced.
As Shi Ji watched General Fei Yu gradually regain his immortal power, a surge of excitement welled up within him. He knew that with General Fei Yu's help, their hope of defeating the demonic experts was greatly increased. However, at that moment, a sudden sense of crisis made his heart tighten.
"Not good, someone has set up a barrier, restricting our movements!" Shi Ji's expression changed, and she immediately said to General Fei Yu.
Upon hearing this, General Feiyu immediately sensed the unusual atmosphere around him. He frowned and said in a deep voice, "Indeed, the power of this barrier is quite strong; it seems to be trapping us here to die."
Shi Ji was extremely anxious; he understood the power of the barrier. Once trapped inside, escape would be nearly impossible unless a powerful force broke it. He looked at General Fei Yu and asked urgently, "General Fei Yu, do you have any way to break this barrier?"
General Feiyu pondered for a moment, then slowly shook his head: "The power of this barrier is very strong. My immortal power has not yet fully recovered, so I'm afraid I cannot break it."
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji's heart sank. He knew that if they couldn't break the barrier, they would face the danger of being trapped and dying. He stared intently at the barrier, trying to find even the slightest flaw.
However, the barrier seemed flawless, without the slightest loophole. Shi Ji grew increasingly anxious; he knew time was of the essence. He had to find a way to break the barrier as soon as possible, or he and General Fei Yu would both face a life-or-death crisis.
Just then, General Feiyu suddenly remembered something. He looked at Shiji and said in a deep voice, "Shiji, I remember that ancient books record a secret technique that can break barriers. However, this technique requires a special material as a medium to be used. Do you have such a material?"
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji's heart stirred. He immediately began to recall the ancient books he had seen in Qing Xuanzi's library. After some recollection, he finally remembered a special material called "Boundary-Breaking Stone." This material could break all kinds of barriers, but it was extremely rare and difficult to obtain.
"General Feiyu, is the material you mentioned the Boundary-Breaking Stone? I've seen records of this material in ancient books, but I don't know where it is," Shiji asked anxiously.
General Feiyu nodded, a hint of anxiety flashing in his eyes: "That's right, it's the Boundary-Breaking Stone. This material is extremely rare, and I don't know its whereabouts. However, if we can find it, we'll have a chance to break this barrier."
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji immediately strengthened his resolve. He knew this was a battle of life and death. He had to do everything in his power to find the Boundary-Breaking Stone, break the barrier, rescue the trapped villagers, and bring peace to the cultivation world.
“General Feiyu, let’s split up. I’ll go find the Boundary-Breaking Stone, and you’ll investigate the weaknesses of this barrier. We must break the barrier as quickly as possible, or we’ll face a life-or-death crisis.” Shiji’s words were filled with determination and resolve.
General Feiyu nodded, his eyes filled with determination: "Alright, let's split up. You must be careful; there may be other dangers hidden within this barrier."
Shi Ji nodded, then immediately turned and left. He began searching the area around Thousand Mile Lake for any trace of the Boundary-Breaking Stone. However, Boundary-Breaking Stones are extremely rare, and despite searching the entire lake area, he found no clues.
Just then, he suddenly thought of a place—Qing Xuanzi's library. He knew that Qing Xuanzi collected many rare materials and ancient books, and perhaps there were clues about the Boundary-Breaking Stone among them. So, Shi Ji immediately returned to Qing Xuanzi's library. Using invisibility and transformation techniques, he successfully infiltrated the library. After searching for a while, he finally found a record about the Boundary-Breaking Stone in an ancient book.
Ancient texts state that the Boundary-Breaking Stone once appeared on an ancient mountain peak near Thousand Mile Lake. That mountain peak, named "Boundary-Breaking Peak," is an extremely mysterious place in the cultivation world. It is said that Boundary-Breaking Peak hides many rare materials and treasures, but it is also extremely dangerous, and few dare to explore it.
After reading the ancient text, Shi Ji felt a surge of excitement. He knew he had finally found a clue to the Boundary-Breaking Stone. He immediately left the library and set off for Boundary-Breaking Peak to search for it.
After a difficult trek and exploration, Shi Ji finally arrived at Broken Boundary Peak. The peak soared into the clouds, its terrain extremely treacherous. He carefully climbed the mountain, constantly vigilant about the dangers around him.
After some searching and exploration, Shi Ji finally found the Boundary-Breaking Stone in a hidden cave on the mountain peak. The stone emitted a faint light, as if it contained infinite power.
Shi Ji was overjoyed and immediately stepped forward to remove the Boundary-Breaking Stone. However, at that moment, a powerful surge of demonic energy suddenly attacked. He immediately turned around and saw a powerful demonic cultivator staring coldly at him.
"Hmph, Shi Ji, do you think you can find the Boundary-Breaking Stone and break the barrier? How naive. I knew you would come here, so I waited for you here." The demonic expert sneered.
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji's heart sank. He knew he had been discovered by a powerful demonic cultivator. He had to leave as soon as possible, or he would face a life-or-death crisis.
So he immediately used his immortal energy and agility to try to escape the pursuit of the demonic master. However, the demonic master was too powerful, and he could not escape no matter what he did.
Just then, General Feiyu suddenly appeared beside him. He brandished his longsword and engaged in fierce combat with the demonic expert. Shiji immediately joined the battle, fighting alongside General Feiyu against the demonic expert.
After a fierce battle, they finally managed to repel the demonic cultivators. However, they also paid a heavy price. General Feiyu was seriously injured, and Shiji also consumed a large amount of her immortal energy.
They knew they had to leave as soon as possible, or they would face even greater danger. So they immediately took the Boundary-Breaking Stone back to Thousand Mile Lake, preparing to break the barrier.
They finally succeeded in embedding the barrier-breaking stone into the barrier's weak point. With a violent tremor and a flash of light, the barrier was finally broken.
They successfully escaped the barrier and returned to Qing Xuanzi and Shi Ji's side. After some discussion and planning, they decided to venture deeper into the cave once more to engage in a final battle with the demonic masters.
Exhausted and wounded, Shi Ji and General Fei Yu finally returned to the shores of Thousand Mile Lake, where they met up with Qing Xuanzi and Shi Ji, who had been anxiously waiting. They briefly recounted their search for the Boundary-Breaking Stone and their encounter with the demonic masters, leaving everyone with solemn expressions.
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"We must act quickly; the demonic forces have clearly discovered our plan," Qing Xuanzi said in a deep voice, his brows revealing an unwavering determination.
Just as everyone was preparing to discuss their next move, strange ripples suddenly appeared on the lake's surface. Immediately afterward, the surrounding air seemed to freeze, and an extremely oppressive atmosphere enveloped them. Shi Ji and the others looked around warily, only to see that a group of demonic cultivators dressed in black robes had silently surrounded them.
"Hmph, it seems you all have some sense and have come back on your own." A cold voice came from the crowd, and an old man with a sinister face and wearing a magnificent black robe slowly walked out. He was a high-ranking member of the demonic path - the Netherworld Ancestor.
"Ancestor of the Netherworld, you actually came in person. What a grand display!" General Feiyu said, his voice laced with sarcasm.
"To obtain the Boundary-Breaking Stone, and... you, Shi Ji." The Netherworld Ancestor's gaze, like that of a venomous snake, locked onto Shi Ji. "Your potential and bloodline are an unparalleled treasure to my demonic path. Today, I will absorb all your power and use it for my demonic path!"
Upon hearing this, Shi Ji felt a trace of fear, but even more so, a sense of defiance and anger. He clenched his fists, his immortal energy surging within him, preparing for a final stand.
"Netherworld Ancestor, you won't succeed!" Qing Xuanzi roared, taking the initiative to attack. His hand seals changed, and a dazzling sword aura slashed towards the Netherworld Ancestor.
However, the Netherworld Ancestor smiled contemptuously, easily deflecting Qing Xuanzi's attack with a wave of his hand, and then with a backhand flick, a jet-black demonic energy lashed out at Qing Xuanzi like a whip, forcing him to retreat repeatedly.
"Hmph, a mere cultivator dares to be so insolent in front of me." The Netherworld Ancestor's tone was full of contempt. Then he turned his gaze to Shi Ji again. "Shi Ji, surrender now, so as not to suffer unnecessary physical pain."
Shi Ji took a deep breath, her gaze resolute: "I, Shi Ji, would rather die than surrender!"
Before he finished speaking, Shi Ji leaped up, using General Fei Yu as cover, and charged into the encirclement of the demonic cultivators, attempting to break through. However, his actions seemed to have been anticipated by the Netherworld Ancestor. The Netherworld Ancestor curled a cold smile at the corner of his mouth, and with a slight movement of his fingers, an invisible net of demonic power instantly bound Shi Ji, rendering him unable to move.
"Hmph, a death throes." The Netherworld Ancestor slowly approached, reaching out to touch Shi Ji's forehead, intending to begin absorbing his power.
At this critical moment, Shi Ji suddenly shouted, "Stop!" He had secretly set up a simple teleportation array, though its range was extremely small, it was enough to play a crucial role at the critical moment. With a flash of light, Shi Ji's figure miraculously disappeared from the spot and appeared several feet away, breaking free from the control of the Netherworld Ancestor.
"What!" The Netherworld Ancestor's expression changed, clearly not expecting such a turn of events.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Shi Ji steadied herself and stood back to back with General Fei Yu, Qing Xuanzi, and Shi Ji. Although all four had suffered injuries of varying degrees, their eyes burned with an indomitable spirit.
"Ancestor of the Netherworld, your wishful thinking has backfired." Shi Ji gasped for breath, but her voice was resolute. "We cultivators never give up easily." (End of Chapter)