Chapter 619 - 626: Melee

The doppelganger dodged to the side, but the sharp blade still sliced through the hem of her skirt.

RIP—

Following the tearing sound, the demonic shadow once again transformed into a long blade and slashed toward the doppelganger’s arm.

The spot where the skirt had been torn was rapidly corroded, the effect spreading outward.

The doppelganger’s pupils contracted. She immediately swung her sword, slicing off a large chunk of her own skirt and revealing the white undershirt beneath.

A rune flashed, and the doppelganger vanished. When she reappeared behind the demonic shadow, a bolt of Purple Cloud Divine Thunder came crashing down on its head.

BOOM—

As the bane of all evil creatures, the Purple Cloud Divine Thunder was also effective against the demonic shadow.

The demonic shadow was greatly alarmed. It retreated at high speed, barely managing to dodge the Purple Cloud Divine Thunder.

In just a few breaths, the two had already exchanged several blows.

Meanwhile, the battle between Song Wanning’s true body and Song Que had also reached a fever pitch.

With the aid of the Snake Yin Flower and the Immortal Furnace, Song Que’s movements were restricted.

He let out a furious roar. The next moment, as if they had received some incredible command, the monsters quickly fell into formation.

Afterward, their movements were no longer chaotic. Instead, they formed various battle formations and charged toward Song Wanning.

With a great push from Song Que, the monsters surged forward like a tidal wave.

Song Wanning’s expression tightened. Her figure flashed as she jumped and dodged at high speed.

But with the enhancement from the arrays, the monsters’ strength had greatly increased.

Sss—

A monster’s claw scratched her neck. A line of blood appeared instantly, looking unnervingly alluring against her pale skin.

Song Que transformed into a gust of wind, weaving through the monster horde. The back of Song Wanning’s neck prickled, and she immediately used a Space Rune to rapidly change her position.

But monsters were everywhere. Even teleporting was just a way to stall for time.

Song Wanning’s heart tightened slightly. ’Song Que’s own strength is definitely no weaker than Gong Ye’s!’

’I need other factions to join the fight.’

She sent out another Communication Talisman to contact Luo Hantian and the others, praying the Ancestor would hurry.

BOOM—

Divine Thunder and fiery light exploded everywhere, mingled with the dying screams of monsters.

Song Wanning’s expression gradually grew numb. Even with her vision filled with crimson, her resolve did not waver in the slightest.

PFFT—

She was struck by Song Que and sent flying backward.

The Immortal Furnace, meanwhile, was only just holding back the monsters’ attacks; it couldn’t protect her and attack at the same time.

’Unless I hide inside the Immortal Furnace and never come out.’

Song Wanning bit her lip, wiped the blood from its corner, and her gaze grew even more vicious.

’These monsters and Song Que... they all must die.’

’They’re already this tenacious. What would happen if I let them grow stronger in the future?’

"Hmph, I told you already. The only way out for you today is death!"

Song Que’s lips twisted into a cruel smile. He looked at Song Wanning as if she were an amusing piece of prey.

He had to admit, Song Wanning was strong.

Unfortunately for her, she had not yet reached her full potential.

He once again commanded the monsters to besiege Song Wanning and her doppelganger. The dense horde of creatures advanced and retreated in perfect unison, a truly shocking sight.

Inside the array, Liu Xingzhi was actually under less pressure. He continuously cut down the endless waves of monsters, and with a few "little guys" helping him, he didn’t look quite so battered.

But he was frantic with worry, especially seeing both Song Wanning and her doppelganger sustain injuries one after another.

Just then, a white light flashed. A massive arrow shot out from the void, aimed straight at Song Que.

Song Que was in the middle of fighting Song Wanning. By the time he realized something was wrong, it was too late. The arrow pierced him directly in the back.

PFFT—

He pitched forward, his blood staining the fur of the monster in front of him red.

"Who?"

Song Que roared, snapping his head up, his dark and gloomy eyes filled with killing intent.

The clouds gradually parted, revealing a familiar face.

"Uncle Yun?"

Song Que froze, his expression changing drastically.

The newcomer was none other than the Guardian Ancestor of the Ancient Cold Sect, Yun Yangzi.

Yun Yangzi was already over five hundred years old, yet he had a baby face and his hair was still raven-black.

His gaze was incomparably indifferent, yet it was also filled with a kind of pity.

He held a longbow in his hand and was looking down at Song Que with a cold expression.

Song Wanning’s expression tensed, but a moment later, joy blossomed in her heart.

’So the Uncle Yun that Song Que mentioned is the Ancestor of the Ancient Cold Sect!’

’When I first realized the person pulling the strings might show up, I discussed it with Luo Hantian and we decided to ask the Ancestor to come and take charge.’

’After all, with a traitor inside the Ancient Cold Sect, this matter had to be handled with extreme caution.’

’I thought it would take him a long time to arrive, but I never expected the Ancestor to appear so quickly.’

"Ancestor!!"

Liu Xingzhi’s eyes lit up as well, and he called out in a low voice.

’Now that the Ancestor has joined the fray, the pressure on Song Wanning will be greatly reduced.’

Yun Yangzi glanced coolly at the two genius disciples of his Sect, a hint of gratification flashing in his eyes.

’To be able to hold out for so long... as expected of disciples from my Ancient Cold Sect!’

"Song Que, do you know your crimes?!"

He looked down, an indistinct energy swirling around him, giving him a Buddha-like aura.

It was as if a compassionate Bodhisattva, grieving for the state of the universe, was staring down at him with judgmental intent.

Song Que’s mouth twitched, and a fiery glint flashed in his eyes.

"What crime is there to know?"

He tilted his head back. Aside from his initial surprise, he had now completely regained his composure.

"They all say Uncle Yun never emerges from his hundred-year seclusion. To think you’d come out today just for me... I must be really something."

His words were filled with mockery, and also a hint of weariness.

As his uncle, Yun Yangzi had always been preachy, lecturing him incessantly and tirelessly.

He was clearly a man of the mortal world, yet he insisted on following the Buddhist path, which was why he still hadn’t ascended.

’It seems the Sect has been planning for this day for a long time.’

’Everything before was probably just an act.’

When Song Que figured this out, the rage in his heart burned even hotter.

He had hidden himself so well, only to be exposed by two juniors.

’Now, the entire Sect probably knows the truth.’

’There’s no going back to the Ancient Cold Sect, not even if I kill these three.’

An indescribable feeling washed over him, and Song Que’s expression turned extremely ugly.

"You raise these monsters, feed them human hearts, and have committed countless sins. You call that not a crime?"

Yun Yangzi looked at the unrepentant Song Que, his eyes filled with disappointment.

"Before I came, I suspected many people, but I never once suspected you!"

He had even considered Jiang Wentian or Ruan Mingyue, but he never thought it would be Song Que, who had always been the most sensible one.

It would be a lie to say his heart didn’t ache, but now, only Song Que’s death could atone for his sins.

But Song Que was the martial nephew he had watched grow up. He didn’t want to kill him with his own hands. If Song Que could end his own life, that would be the best solution!

"HAHAHAHA—"

Song Que suddenly burst out laughing, as if he had just heard the funniest joke.

"Uncle Yun, it seems you don’t know me at all."

"My ambition has always been to stand above all others! I want to dominate the Spirit Realm, the Immortal Realm, and the Divine Realm!"