Chapter 2177 - 2175: The Cunning, Senile Zhong Zhi

Chapter 2177: Chapter 2175: The Cunning, Senile Zhong Zhi

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The aged Zhong Zhi!

Even though it had reached the point of running on fumes and was about to sit in meditation and pass away, its power was still astonishingly formidable, making one’s heart race. Dao Yu’s parents, in order to bring the unborn Dao Yu, bathed in a Divine Rain even before Dao Yu was born. It was like venturing into a dragon’s lair or a tiger’s den, risking life and limb!

If it weren’t for Dao Yu’s parents being the young generation of strong experts, both having Mid-stage Martial Saint Cultivation Realm, they would have been killed by this aged Zhong Zhi long ago.

Both were injured and couldn’t withstand the attacks from this aged Zhong Zhi, nor could they escape. The aged Zhong Zhi had seemingly anticipated this, having already set up a Formation in the lake. Once inside, escape was impossible; Dao Yu’s parents’ strength was not enough to break this Formation!

In a situation where escape was impossible, Dao Yu’s father took out a powerful Treasure passed down from ancestors. It was a Golden Cloth Rope, golden in color, exuding a strong force that seemed capable of binding All Living Beings!

The Golden Cloth Rope, rumored to be an item from the Immortal Domain, refined by Immortals, used to entrap evil and seal all worldly disturbances. However, within the Martial Arts World, the Golden Cloth Rope was rare, and it was a Treasure of extremely strong binding power. There are rumors that once bound by this Golden Cloth Rope, even a great Immortal cannot escape!

Swish!

Dao Yu’s father didn’t hesitate, couldn’t afford to hesitate. From the brief exchange just now, he understood that even if he and Dao Yu’s mother joined forces and unleashed their full strength, they would still be no match for this aged Zhong Zhi. The aged Zhong Zhi was simply too powerful, and without using the ancestral Golden Cloth Rope, there was no chance of victory!

The Golden Cloth Rope transformed into a Little Golden Snake-like entity and directly flew towards the aged Zhong Zhi. The aged Zhong Zhi was enraged and naturally wouldn’t be taken so easily, attempting to struggle. But a Golden Light fell, directly enveloping the aged Zhong Zhi. These rays quickly transformed into golden ropes, binding the aged Zhong Zhi’s limbs and two wings tightly. No matter how the aged Zhong Zhi struggled, through earth-shaking, heaven-rending efforts, it couldn’t break free from the immense power of the Golden Cloth Rope!

"Damn it, a measly Golden Cloth Rope can actually trap me!" The aged Zhong Zhi struggled, finally calming down and yelling.

"Hmph, the Golden Cloth Rope is an ancestral item from our family. Not to mention you, even an Immortal can’t break free once trapped by it. What are you compared to an Immortal!" Dao Yu’s father coldly snorted, looking at the aged Zhong Zhi dispassionately.

"Hahaha, a small Cultivation Family dares to think of capturing me? Do you really believe I have grown old? Think of my Zhong Zhi clan, once sweeping the heavens and devouring All Living Beings, leaving a notorious name. Even though I am about to sit in meditation, you cannot contend against me!" The aged Zhong Zhi laughed loudly.

"Is that so? You’re already trapped; what Divine Skills do you have left? We only need to wait here for you to pass away, and then bathe in a Divine Rain!" Dao Yu’s father said indifferently.

The aged Zhong Zhi glanced at Dao Yu’s father and then Dao Yu’s mother, mockingly smiling, "Indeed I am close to Transformation, but it’s a shame you brought your family here; it’s a suicidal mission. Do you think your family is the only one aware of my impending demise? You’re wrong, other legacy forces in the Northern State Territory are also aware, and they prefer to skip this Divine Rain rather than come here because they know I won’t let anyone bathe in my Divine Rain when I undergo Transformation!"

"You’re about to die, Transformation is inevitable, letting us bathe in a Divine Rain posthumously would be doing one final good deed, isn’t it? Don’t make futile struggles!" Dao Yu’s father tried to persuade the aged Zhong Zhi.

"Hmph, throughout my life I’ve done as I pleased. My fate has always been in my own hands, no one can change that. I say no one shall bathe in my Transformation Divine Rain, therefore no one can!" The aged Zhong Zhi arrogantly declared with a cold snort.

Dao Yu’s father disdainfully glanced at the aged Zhong Zhi. This Zhong Zhi was already bound by the Golden Cloth Rope, sealing its limbs and wings. Even possessing Divine Skills, it was nearly impossible to execute them, so he confidently said: "This is not for you to decide. Just calmly undergo Transformation while we wait here!"

"Wait? Hahaha, better assess your own situation!" The aged Zhong Zhi laughed loudly.

Boom!

Boom!

Boom!

Boom!

As soon as the aged Zhong Zhi’s words fell, powerful forces pervaded around the four sides of Dao Yu’s parents. The water-borne Formation activated by the aged Zhong Zhi seemed fully operational, devouring what little space remained, continuously compressing space!

"This... oh no, if this continues, we’ll be crushed to death!" Dao Yu’s mother said worriedly.

"How can this be? That old thing has already been tied up by my Golden Cloth Rope, I don’t believe I can’t break it apart, after all, it’s just a Formation!" Dao Yu’s father spoke through gritted teeth while swinging the longsword in his hand, slashing all around him!

Bang!

However, when the Sword Qi fell onto the surrounding water shields, it only caused a slight vibration, not breaking through. This couldn’t help but cause Dao Yu’s parents to frown. If this continues, once the Formation is fully closed, they would be compressed to death inside!

"Try using our combined swordsmanship!" Dao Yu’s mother suggested.

"Hm, can you handle it?" Dao Yu’s father asked worriedly.

"No problem, I can hold on!" Dao Yu’s mother replied through clenched teeth.

Swish! Swish!

Dao Yu’s parents both swung their longswords, dancing in the sky to create a field of Sword Flowers. The Sword Flowers were extremely beautiful, like two Immortals dancing gracefully and magically, yet giving off an immense sense of power. The aged Zhong Zhi watched, frowning, unable to hold back from saying, "The two of you have cultivated your swordsmanship to a certain realm. If you weren’t here to seek death, you’d have a promising future in cultivation. It’s a pity, but I will surely kill you!"

Clang!

The longswords in Dao Yu’s parents’ hands collided, emitting a light ring, but that light ring unleashed an incredibly powerful force. This force transformed into Sword Light, attacking one side of the water shield!

Boom!

A muffled sound as a huge hand emerged from the side of the water shield that had been attacked, resembling the hand of the aged Zhong Zhi. The Sword Light attacked the center of the palm, two forces battling and not giving way, knowing that whichever force triumphed would determine the outcome!

Bam!

The Sword Light seemed to weaken, as if it were about to shatter, falling into a vulnerable state, struggling to withstand the hand’s slap, making Dao Yu’s parents startle. If this Sword Light shattered, they would face life-and-death danger!

"Hmph, you’re too bold, too overconfident. Other inheritances and powerful Martial Artists dare not come here, yet you dared, which seals your fate!" The aged Zhong Zhi snorted coldly and spoke harshly.

"You actually left such a powerful force!" Dao Yu’s father exclaimed in shock.

"Do you know why I came to this small lake? The reason is simple; I detected your presence early on. I deliberately lured you here, for this is where I’ve resided for years. I’ve long refined a power within this small lake. I must admit, my old age has left me with depleted strength, unable to exhibit my original combat power. You are among the outstanding young Martial Artists capable of killing the current me. If I didn’t do this, I would’ve been dead long ago!" The aged Zhong Zhi confidently and viciously smiled as he spoke.

So it was, when Dao Yu’s parents arrived, the aged Zhong Zhi felt their presence, sensed the intruders, but endured it, pretending not to notice, waiting for over ten days until Dao Yu’s parents lowered their guard, thinking it was too old and no longer had a Divine Thought perception, leading them to this small lake, where it used its hidden Formation in the lake to attempt to kill them!

However, what the aged Zhong Zhi didn’t expect was the formidable strength of Dao Yu’s parents. Their power wasn’t weak, forcing him to activate the pre-embedded Formation to have any chance of success. Indeed, he was far too aged to exert his original combat power, otherwise, with his initial strength and destructive murderous power, even with the Golden Cloth Rope in hand, Dao Yu’s parents would not be his match!

Swish!

Dao Yu’s father bit his tongue, injecting a drop of Origin Blood into the Sword Light, instantly amplifying it. Though it seemed about to shatter, it reignited in strength, blocking the huge palm. However, it merely barely blocked it, unable to repel the palm!

"Old thing, at this stage, the only way is to kill you!" Dao Yu’s father said through gritted teeth.