Chapter 937 - 757: Isolated and Helpless

How could Daoist Cang Yu not know the complexities of this situation?

The Taiyi Sect had previously targeted the Corpse-Driving Sect, which led to several sects scheming against it, resulting in embarrassment at the Immortal Alliance conference and earning a bad reputation in the Cultivation Realm.

They were certainly apprehensive now and wouldn’t act directly against the Corpse-Driving Sect.

However, if the Corpse-Driving Sect actively attacked them, the situation would change.

At that time, the Taiyi Sect would have a legitimate reason to deal with the Corpse-Driving Sect, and no one would be able to fault them for it.

Daoist Cang Yu looked at the battlefield ahead.

He just happened to see True Master Qiangu looking back, with a mocking expression in his eyes, difficult to understand, along with an air of provocation.

"Fellow Daoist Qingxiao, prioritize your own safety above all, do not overextend.

Your extended defense for the Corpse-Driving Sect is something this old man is deeply grateful for."

Daoist Cang Yu ultimately didn’t intervene, leaving these words before flying back toward the direction of the Corpse-Driving Sect’s domain.

"Alright."

True Master Qingxiao merely replied simply, then refocused her attention on the battle in front of her.

The world ahead had been completely taken over by silver and black, blended without distinction, forming an ink wash painting interspersed with silver and black.

Yet, the area of black was significantly larger than that of silver.

Even though True Master Qingxiao deployed a high-tier sword skill, Refining Sword into Silk, with the Sword Net covering the sky and capable of slicing through any obstruction with ease.

However, she had just broken through to the Third Realm not long ago, and her mana was far less robust compared to True Master Qiangu.

True Master Qiangu focused on defense, with numerous dark skeletal creatures being cut down but restored again, wearing down True Master Qingxiao’s mana and resolve.

Indicators of success were beginning to show, completely pressing the Female Master into a disadvantageous position.

Without external interference, True Master Qingxiao’s defeat was only a matter of time.

"What is this girl still holding on for, what is she trying to prove?" A half-day later, True Master Qiangu’s expression grew more somber.

True Master Qingxiao’s tenacity far exceeded his expectations.

She wasn’t stubbornly persistent.

Without any chance of victory, she adopted a conservative strategy.

Sword Qi could be used for both attack and defense, at this moment it was primarily used for defense, forming massive silver Sword Nets for blocking and trapping, layer upon layer, densely packed.

The dark creatures attempting to break through would be sliced into pieces by these Sword Nets.

The stance of attack and defense directly reversed between both sides.

"Wanting to stall for time?" Seeing through True Master Qingxiao’s intentions, True Master Qiangu sneered, "I want to see how long you can hold out!"

He gently stomped his foot.

The massive Dark Bone Dragon beneath him, akin to a mountain, burst forward, stirring the air into whirlwinds, surrounded by lightning, emitting thunderous roars.

The Ancient Sea Dragon forcefully entered the combat domain of the two masters, shattering substantial portions of the Sword Net.

’Swoosh!’

It opened its massive, abyss-like mouth and spewed a terrifying black beam filled with destruction and death, spanning dozens of meters across, piercing through the entire sky.

After breaking through the Female Master’s domain, it relentlessly advanced, nearly grazing her body.

’Splash!’

Though True Master Qingxiao evaded the strike, she was slightly affected, coughing up a mouthful of blood essence, her complexion grew paler.

"Waiting for reinforcements? Better not risk everything!" True Master Qiangu ’kindly’ advised,

"They’re just a bunch of lowly ants, Fellow Daoist your prospects are great, why act so foolishly?"

"Let go of your obsession, and the vast sky is yours."

"Noisy."

True Master Qingxiao replied with just these two words, continuing to exert mana in resistance, ignoring the opponent.

Causing True Master Qiangu’s face to darken completely, with malevolent glints in his eyes.

Meanwhile, several thousand miles from the Corpse-Driving Sect in the sky.

An elderly figure in a golden monk robe and black monk cap sat upon a nine-layered rose lotus platform, traversing swiftly, able to cover thousands of miles in an instant.

A faint sound of chanting surrounded him, accompanied by numerous strands of golden light.

With his speed, he would arrive at the Corpse-Driving Sect within a few moments.

However, he suddenly stopped.

A dense, golden light shield rose from the nine-layered lotus platform, ancient symbols occasionally appearing on it, guarding him firmly within.

"Who might you be, Fellow Daoist?"

No response echoed from the surroundings.

The old monk was not hasty and didn’t lift the defense, altering direction to depart.

In an instant, at the position he was destined to pass, a sound like paper tearing was heard, and two shadows emerged from a concealed array.

"Master Jingcheng, long time no see."

The pair wore black and white Daoist Robes, radiating potent mana light, their aura unfathomable.

"Merciful Buddha, why have two Fellow Daoists of the Liangyi Sect ambushed this old monk?"

"Master, Celestial Destiny Half Monarch has decreed that no one is to interfere in the conflict between the Corpse-Driving Sect and Cyan Wolf Ridge, please refrain from putting us in an awkward position." A master spoke.

"Ah, had you straightforwardly informed this old monk openly, perhaps this one would have heeded somewhat.

Now that the ambush failed, you attempt conciliation. This old monk is good-tempered, but doesn’t mean he’s devoid of temper."

Upon finishing, an ebony-gold Zen Staff appeared in the old monk’s hand, with a Wandering Dragon coiled around its shaft, the dragon’s black and shiny eyes showing unmistakable ire, vividly alive.

As he channeled mana, the Zen Staff burst with golden light, the dragon seemed to come alive, soaring into the sky, growing rapidly, resembling a true dragon.

"Roar!"

It even emitted a powerful dragon roar, charging menacingly toward the two masters.

"Oh no, this bald monk is serious!"

The two masters of Liangyi Sect were alarmed.

One summoned a Jade Ruyi, engraved with a Caifeng.

At this moment, it seemed to come to life, screeching toward the Wandering Dragon, creating massive gales, its sharp claws apparently able to tear through the sky.

The other waved his sleeves, releasing eighty-one strands of Black and White Yin Yang Qi.

Each strand of black and white qi carried fierce slaughter intent, equivalent to ordinary Treasure Artifact attacks.

The three masters were instantly entangled in combat.

The Lotus Sect’s Master Jingcheng, despite facing two opponents, had the upper hand.

But he was firmly entangled by the duo, unable to assist the Corpse-Driving Sect.

Simultaneously, two masters dispatched by the Profound Yin Sect were similarly occupied, unable to promptly disengage.

In several spots throughout Zhao Kingdom, astonishing battle waves erupted, impossible to conceal.

The Taiyi Sect’s intent was clear, eliminating all Corpse-Driving Sect aid, leaving it isolated without support.

Creating the optimal battle opportunity for the Demon Clan’s Cyan Wolf Ridge forces.

Should Cyan Wolf Ridge launch an all-out war against the Corpse-Driving Sect, it’s highly unlikely they could succeed.

After all, through the years, only the combined forced efforts of the Northern Domain Four Sects barely resisted Cyan Wolf Ridge.

Currently, north of Zhao Kingdom at the border of Cyan Wolf Ridge.

Countless shadows stood, densely packed, the roars were earth-shattering, demon aura pervaded, poised to cross the border, bringing their armies forth.

The situation of the Corpse-Driving Sect had already reached a critical juncture.

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