Chapter 876 - 461: Return to the Southern Wilderness (Part 2)

Chapter 876: Chapter 461: Return to the Southern Wilderness (Part 2)

"The demonic creatures in the Demon Abyss have not only surged in number but also significantly increased in strength, including some powerful demon seeds we have never encountered before. Their combat methods are cunning and ruthless, often catching us off guard."

"If this continues, I fear we won’t be able to maintain our position. The number of demonic creatures in the Demon Abyss is overwhelming, and the alien species cultivators are formidable, seemingly endless. After each battle, they can recover quickly, while we need time to recuperate and rest."

"Even more seriously, I suspect that a more powerful entity from the Demon Abyssal Forces has already descended into this realm through a secret technique. Once it adapts to the Celestial Dao Power of this realm, it will lead to catastrophic consequences."

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Listening to Sword Master Feng’s detailed explanation, the three exchanged glances, their expressions turning extremely grave.

"Sword Master, what is your plan?" Yunyi asked concernedly, looking at Sword Master Feng.

"If a demon god from the Demon Abyss descends, without the intervention of a Daoist Monarch, neither you nor I can contend with it. However, the two Daoist Monarchs are currently in the Outer Realm and cannot extricate themselves to aid us immediately!" Sword Master Feng took a deep breath, his gaze sweeping over the three, and said in a deep voice, "Facing a demon god from the Demon Abyss, with our strength alone, there is almost no chance of victory. However, if we can unite our efforts, we might still have a fighting chance."

"Sword Master, do you mean to utilize the power of the sword array?" Xiao Shuang’s eyes lit up as he looked at Sword Master Feng to confirm.

"Exactly! Elder Xiao is indeed exceptionally insightful." Sword Master Feng nodded slightly, looking at Xiao Shuang with appreciation, and then solemnly introduced, "Our sect was established by the Xuan Tian Sword Immortal, rising through the Sword Dao, and there are several Dao-level sword array inheritances, among which one is the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter. If we can gather seven Integration Sword Cultivators to practice and jointly arrange this sword array."

"Moreover, thanks to Elder Li’s assistance in artifact refining, the seven Dao Swords formed this array, which undoubtedly greatly enhances its power. Even if a demon god truly descends into this realm, it can be slain with a single sword strike." Sword Master Feng paused for a moment, looking at Li Mu with admiration.

Upon hearing this, the three were uplifted in spirit, all drawn to Sword Master Feng’s described plan.

Li Mu smiled slightly, modestly waving his hand, saying, "Sword Master overpraises me. I am merely doing my part to contribute to the sect."

Xiao Shuang furrowed her brows, thoughtfully pondering in this direction, then recalled something and asked Sword Master Feng with concern, "Sword Master, how can we ensure that in such a short time we can find enough Integration Sword Cultivators and have them master this sword array? Our sect has several Integration Sword Cultivators, but it seems we cannot meet this array’s requirements!"

Yunyi frowned tightly, nodding, and followed up, "Sword Master, this method may not be feasible! As far as I know, setting up this Celestial Sword Array requires gathering Integration Sword Cultivators of gold, wood, water, fire, earth, yin, yang, seven attributes, and each sword cultivator needs profound sword dao cultivation and harmonious cooperation. This is almost an impossible task."

"Indeed, I have also gained some insight into the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter. It is a peerless sword array that has been lost for a long time in our sect. Its power is unparalleled. Once unleashed, it condenses the power of Nine Heavens Chaos into a heavenly sword, capable of destroying anything." Xiao Shuang’s eyes sparkled with anticipation, filled with longing.

After a pause, Yunyi’s expression darkened, frowning as he said, "However, to perform this array, gathering the yin-yang and five-element seven sames-level sword cultivators is already difficult. Finding the yin-yang sword cultivators in the Integration Realm is even more challenging!"

"That is indeed the case. Moreover, the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter is a sect secret that is not suitable to transmit to the Outer Sect." Xiao Shuang nodded solemnly, indicating his point.

Upon hearing this, Sword Master Feng furrowed his brow, stumped by the current dilemma, his expression deeply troubled.

Hearing their conversation, especially when the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter was mentioned, Li Mu’s spirit couldn’t help but stir. Without a doubt, this Dao-level inheritance must be the advanced cultivation technique of the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Basic Chapter.

Currently, Li Mu holds the esteemed position of Supreme Elder in the Profound Celestial Sword Sect, at the core of the core management level, yet he has never seen this sword array inheritance.

"Sword Master Feng, isn’t the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter in the Dharma Transmission Hall? Why haven’t I seen it?" Li Mu couldn’t help but curiously inquire.

"Elder Li, it’s normal for you to have this question." Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu with a slight smile and answered, "The Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter is indeed one of the most precious inheritances of our Profound Celestial Sword Sect, but it’s not easy to view it. This sword array requires extremely high sword dao cultivation and special opportunities to comprehend, so it has always been kept in the forbidden ground of our Profound Celestial Sword Sect, personally guarded by generations of Sect Masters."

"Forbidden ground?" Li Mu raised an eyebrow. He had heard of the forbidden ground of the Profound Celestial Sword Sect but never had the opportunity to enter.

"Yes, the Sword Sect’s forbidden ground." Sword Master Feng nodded, "It holds the relics and inheritances of our sect’s predecessors, including some extremely precious magical treasures and scriptures. However, the forbidden ground is also filled with unknown dangers, and a slight misstep could result in death. Therefore, one can only enter with sufficient strength and the Sect Master’s permission."

"I see." Li Mu nodded knowingly.

"Moreover, even if one can enter the forbidden ground and read the Profound Celestial Sword Array - Celestial Sword Chapter’s scriptures, it doesn’t mean one can easily comprehend it." Sword Master Feng continued, "This sword array requires seven Integration Sword Cultivators to train together, and the sword dao cultivation and comprehension ability of each person affect the sword array’s power. Therefore, arranging this array requires finding qualified sword cultivators as well as ensuring they have enough harmony and trust to fully unleash the sword array’s maximum power."

"Oh! Is there no one who can set up this array alone?" Li Mu was slightly stunned, concernedly asking.

Upon hearing this, Sword Master Feng thoughtfully glanced at Li Mu, knowing that Li Mu practiced Five Elements Cultivation and might have the opportunity to set up this array in the future. However, he immediately thought of something, smiling wryly and shaking his head.

"The power of this sword array is exceptionally great, with the minimum requirement being an Integration Realm powerhouse. However, without comprehending the Five Elements and the yin-yang, gathering the power of Nine Heavens Chaos, even a Mahayana Daoist Monarch or someone who has crossed a tribulation to become immortal will find it difficult to set up this array." Sword Master Feng introduced this to Li Mu, paused for a moment, and continued, "But the matters of the world are always full of variables. Elder Li, you cultivate both the Five Elements and yin-yang. It is difficult to touch such a sword array at this moment, but the road ahead is long. The path of cultivation is about continual breakthroughs and transcendence, so there may well be opportunities in the future."

"Thank you, Sword Master, for your guidance." Li Mu gratefully expressed his thanks, then, thinking of something, suggested to Sword Master Feng, "If the Celestial Sword Array cannot be assembled, perhaps other sword arrays might work! For example, the Earth Element Sword Array, the Four Seas Sword Array, the Flowing Cloud Sword Array, as long as there are enough Dao Swords and the Array Masters cooperate well, their power should be able to transcend levels in battle, right?"

After a pause, Li Mu looked at the three Sword Masters and continued to propose, "If it’s really not feasible, we can lay a grand array trap and combine it with the power of the sword arrays. With their combined power, slaying a high-tier demon god is also possible, right?"

Upon hearing this, the three seemed to suddenly realize something, their expressions collectively stunned, looking at Li Mu with surprise.

"What’s wrong? Did I say something incorrect?" Li Mu, feeling uneasy under their gazes, asked in confusion.

"No, Elder Li, your proposal is very good; I just hadn’t thought of it." Sword Master Feng smiled wryly, looking at Li Mu with a complex expression.

These sword cultivators were accustomed to fighting alone, setting up sword arrays was already considered a strategy against formidable enemies, and in their habitual thinking, they had never considered the possibility of combining it with arrays and traps. Li Mu’s proposal enlightened them.

"Elder Li’s method is quite good; last time, you designed the trap to kill the Bu Mie Demon Lord, and we all felt that you had taken everything into account, acting prudently!" Xiao Shuang said with a smile, looking at Li Mu with admiration.

"Oh, there’s such a matter, tell me about it!" Sword Master Feng asked with interest.

Xiao Shuang nodded and then recounted the story of how Li Mu laid the trap and invited them to jointly execute the Bu Mie Demon Lord.

Sword Master Feng listened with great interest, looking at Li Mu with surprise and approval.