Inside the Cloud Sea Cliff, in the seclusion room.

In a pitch-black stone room, dense mist filled the air, clearly indicating that Yan Shuangzi's path to advancement was relatively smooth.

Deng Yuxiang sat leaning against the stone wall, but appeared restless and uneasy.

Everything was going smoothly for her close friend, but she didn't know how things were outside.

[Nightmare, connect the soul.]

[Yes.] Deng Yuxiang immediately responded, feeling heavy-hearted; has the battle outside not ended yet?

Sigh...

Adventuring in this Holy Spirit Mountain realm was truly a step-by-step hurdle.

"Hoo~" With a surge of energy, a full-length mirror appeared in the stone room.

[Now.] Lu Ran waved away the Soul Prison, releasing the Dead Soul within.

Then, a string of "court beads" and a heavy Golden Zen Staff were consecutively tossed inside.

In a mountain forest several kilometers away, Lu Ran put away the Transmission Mirror.

He did not intend to absorb the souls of the Fierce Heavenly believers now.

Because the Divine Sculpture·Lie Tian in the Sculpture Garden had long since been activated, currently at River Realm·Third Rank. If Lu Ran directly absorbed the Dead Soul, the Lie Tian Divine Sculpture was likely to advance on the spot!

That would make Lu Ran's head buzz, unfavorable for combat.

"Heh..."

Lu Ran exhaled deeply, gazing into the distance, his figure flickering away.

Upon reappearing, he was already at the edge of the battlefield, hidden behind a big tree.

The Ran Sect's three Sea Grade members were besieging Shi Yali from all sides.

And Xun Yifei's positioning was quite peculiar!

The Xun Divine General, who usually couldn't fly, was now at the highest point of the battlefield, standing next to the treetops of the towering tree.

It's well known that Yan Qing disciples are all experts in aquatic combat.

On land, Yan Qing disciples can cope somewhat, but they can't exert their full combat power.

As for aerial combat...

Ordinary Yan Qing disciples don't have aerial combat abilities!

But Yan Qing disciples above the River Realm have flight capabilities!

However, there's a major prerequisite:

The battlefield must be raining, and the rain must be heavy enough!

At this moment, Xun Yifei was wrapped in a thin stream of water, traversing through layers of rain with reckless abandon, feeling exhilarated!

Coupled with the assistance of the Divine Weapon·Three-pronged Blade, the expert who should have specialized in aquatic combat instead became the fastest and most agile flyer among the Ran Sect's trio.

Xun Yifei had the momentum of a one-man gatekeeper, completely blocking the high airspace, leaving Shi Yali with nowhere to escape.

However, a Second-class God·Tianluan believer is not one to be trifled with!

Aside from being slightly inferior in offensive maneuvers, Shi Yali excelled in defenses, control, and healing arts, showcasing top-tier abilities.

"Everyone, let's talk!" Shi Yali shouted loudly.

She was flying backward in the air, her arms stretched forward.

"Fwoo!!"

A violent gale burst forth from her palms, shooting outward.

Tianluan Divine Technique·Heavenly Wind Chaos!

Within the terrifying gale, the momentum of many arrows sharply declined, some even swaying and nearly falling.

By the time the arrow storm reached Shi Yali's eyes, it no longer had the expected force.

"Fwoosh~"

Shi Yali, controlling her pair of broad, pure white Luans' wings, gave a fierce flap in front of her!

The mass of dense arrows was instantly scattered, falling away.

General Luo, a powerhouse at Sea Realm·Fourth Rank, had her Sea Grade Divine Technique·Continuous Sky Bead intercepted so easily, showcasing the prowess of the Tianluan disciples.

Yet Shi Yali felt no sense of achievement; rather, her temple throbbed intensely!

Such strength!

Powerful disciples of Ash!

One use of Heavenly Wind Chaos wasn't enough to blow away the arrows; she still had to flap the Luan wings to defend!

Shi Yali's thoughts churned, suddenly expanding a vast circle of gale from within.

Tianluan Divine Technique·Heavenly Wind Scatter!

She sensed someone approaching from behind!

"Fwooo!!"

A fierce wave of wind expanded, resembling the gales spreading from within during a rank advancement.

Behind and above Shi Yali, Yu Changsheng held a fan in one hand shielding his face, blown backward, while the other hand stretched forward, casting a tough spell!

Dragon Carp Divine Technique·Dragon Carp Break!

A menacing school of fish appeared, advancing against the gale.

Despite many small Dragon Carps being flipped over by the wind, countless others leaped lively, swimming through the rain curtain, charging at Shi Yali.

"Daoist, are you joking?" Yu Changsheng, wrapped in a light golden "soft and beautiful veil," stabilized in the night sky.

Lu Ran, hidden in the dark, watching for an opportunity, felt a chill in his heart.

Yu Changsheng, the handsome and elegant type, was akin to a gentle nobleman from ancient times.

With the light, golden veil twisting around him now, he appeared even more noble and elegant, pure and simply a monster...

"Since you intend to harm us, then why speak of 'let's talk'?" Yu Changsheng's voice came through again.

Shi Yali abruptly twirled, her vast wings sweeping fiercely, blowing away many small Dragon Carps.

In comparison to the arrows shot by Luo Ying, the summoned little fish by Yu Changsheng were vastly inferior in both speed and destructive power.

Specialties lie in professional fields!

Yu Changsheng was slightly inferior in output, yet not embarrassing.

The same applied to Shi Yali.

The Tianluan tribe's offensive techniques were also scarce.

She quickly said: "I was reckless, bumping into you high-ranking figures! I'm willing to present Divine Weapon as compensation, can you all show mercy?"

"Oh?" Yu Changsheng raised a hand, formulating a plan.

The Xun Luo couple, seeing Yu Changsheng's gesture, chose to obey orders and halted their attack.

With great joy, Shi Yali immediately drew a curved blade from her waist: "I beg everyone to forgive my recklessness this time. I promise I won't set foot here again, and I'm willing to present this Divine Weapon·Cold Moon Blade with both hands."

From start to finish, Shi Yali never mentioned the name Shi Guangwei.

All this time, the flames within the forest had been extinguished by the heavy rain; there were no more furious roars from the Fierce Heavenly believers.

It seems Shi Yali also believed Shi Guangwei had met with misfortune and decided to sue for peace?

To be frank, Lu Ran hadn't seen a hint of grief or sorrow from Shi Yali.

Was she just a good actress?

Or perhaps, this so-called elder sister had long been burdened by the Fierce Heavenly believers.

"Let me take a look." Yu Changsheng beckoned.

Amid the golden drizzle, Shi Yali glanced at the eager Ash disciples ahead, then looked up at the towering Yan Qing disciples.

She steeled herself and turned to throw the Cold Moon Blade to Yu Changsheng.

Yu Changsheng sneered inside, caught the Cold Moon Blade, and feigned examining it.

Under Shi Yali's anticipation, Yu Changsheng spoke, "A Daoist's life is valuable, one blade isn't enough."

Shi Yali's face turned steely.

In a deadlock, a desperate person naturally clings to any chance to live!

Even if self-deceptive.

However, Shi Yali wasn't that foolish.

Today, five cities are ceded, tomorrow ten, eventually... Qin soldiers will descend again.

The Divine Weapon·Cold Moon Blade could be given, used to test things out. Since grabbing this blade, the Artifact Spirit entirely severed all contact with the outside.

It wouldn't recognize a master!

Holding it was akin to holding a dead object.

But the Cold Moon Sword showed signs of yielding!

Moments ago, when others came to strike, it was the generous benevolence of the Cold Moon Sword that alerted Shi Yali.

"You are a Dragon Carp believer, kind-hearted, and a Sea Realm Great Power, naturally you should be a man of your word." Shi Yali looked at Yu Changsheng, "Breaking your word would tarnish your identity, and harm your prestige!"

As she devised this decision, Shi Yali thought through many aspects.

She realized that although Yu Changsheng was a disciple of a Third-class God, he was the leader of the group.

Moreover, the "golden brand" status of being a Dragon Carp believer led Shi Yali to harbor a slight unrealistic hope.

Unfortunately... there wasn't any surprise.

"Daoist, are you joking again?" Yu Changsheng smiled, "You are a Tianluan disciple, shouldn't you be kind and gentle too?"

"Heh." Shi Yali twisted her lips, somewhat revealing a 'let's stop pretending' stance.

Directly ignoring that topic, she said in a deep voice: "This time, it was my recklessness, my mistake! I am Sea Realm Fourth Rank, I consider my abilities not mediocre!

I am willing to join your organization, henceforth work like a dog, atone for the rest of my life, I beg sir to accept me!"

Lu Ran: "..."

Is there such a move?

Failing to kill and then begging for mercy, which is common human behavior, but what we have here is a desperate person clinging on!

They plead for mercy, and upon failure, just bowing to join and become part of the group?

Cut the small knife on your back.

Tonight, Lu Ran was truly enlightened.

Yu Changsheng spoke, "Bring the sword over, and I may consider."

Shi Yali's expression was dark, "I've already offered the Divine Weapon and vowed to work for you, why push me further? Must you force me to a battle for survival?"

Yu Changsheng sighed inwardly.

This woman is perceptive, not easily deceived...

Fine, if the weapons can't be surrendered, then going directly into action.

Yu Changsheng chuckled coldly, "We are different; you, a big Buddha, don't fit in."

While speaking, Yu Changsheng directly acted, hurling out a multitude of Dragon Carps.

Shi Yali didn't pretend either, jumping upwards, cursing coldly, "What a hypocrite! You, a bunch of whores, claiming to build a monument?"

"Whoosh~ Whoosh~ Whoosh!"

Shi Yali surged upward, shooting endless white feathers from her wings.

Tianluan Divine Technique·Heavenly Feather Killing Array!

This was considered one of the few offensive techniques in the Tianluan Sect's divine technique list.

"Ten Thousand Dragons Suppress Sea Arrow!" Yu Changsheng gave orders openly, releasing densely packed Dragon Carps, counterattacking offense with offense.

He was open and candid with himself.

He was even more upright with the leader he followed!

Indeed, the Ran Sect was not a lenient force, but by no means a malicious group.

You've shown up at my doorstep, knife in hand, with your people to kill us!

As I retaliate, you insist that I'm like you?

No!

The difference is vast!

"Dong!"

The intense vibration of the bowstring made Shi Yali's heart leap to her throat.

"Whoosh!" She flew upward while fiercely casting the Cold Moon Sword, her hand bursting with intense energy.

The gale intensified!

The terrifying tumult of wind waves drastically increased the speed and momentum of the Divine Weapon·Cold Moon Sword, darting toward Xun Yifei.

Shi Yali's Heavenly Feather Killing Array failed to overcome Xun Yifei.

Because countless water whips emerged from Xun Yifei's body, autonomously opposing the enemy, batting away the incessantly shooting white feathers.

Yan Qing Divine Technique·Clear Water Thousand Whips!

It was truly a battle of gods, each showcasing their divine skills...

Xun Yifei skillfully maneuvered the water whips to block the errant flying feathers, but particularly feared Shi Yali's follow-up!

The Divine Weapon·Cold Moon Sword, having been propelled by Sea Grade Divine Technique·Heavenly Wind Chaos, posed an imposing threat, incomparable to the lightweight feathers.

Such a terrifying combo would necessarily pierce through his currents... huh?

As Xun Yifei stood on edge, he suddenly discovered a full-length mirror unfolding from thin air.

The violent tumult of wind waves fiercely augmented the speed and force of the Divine Weapon, and then...

...pierced into the mirror.

Shi Yali: !!!

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