A journey through the world of martial arts

Chapter 246 The Demon's Might
After the impermanent mist covered the talisman wall, it continuously destroyed the power of the runes. In an instant, the light patterns on the talisman wall were peeled off and scattered into dust on the ground. Moreover, the peeling speed was getting faster and faster. In just a few breaths, the entire talisman wall was destroyed, revealing a hole as tall as a person.

"Your Majesty, the protective barrier has been breached."

The demon's eyes lit up as it looked at the battle ahead. This impermanent mist was really useful. If it were an ordinary method, it would be impossible to break this formation so quickly.

Looking at the large hole, Qi Ye's expression turned serious. He took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Pass down the order: enter immediately!"

Upon hearing this, the evil spirit immediately accepted the order and went down to arrange everything in no time. Seeing this, Qi Ye waved his hand forward and took the lead. The others immediately followed. As they moved forward, gusts of black evil wind appeared, shielding them from the wind.

Inside the Xuanxin Hall, everyone's eyes were fixed on the light screen. They watched as a corner of the Four Spirits Protecting the Heaven Formation was broken and Qi Ye led the attack. Jin Guang's face was calm. He nodded to the Azure Dragon below, who understood. He picked up a jade talisman from the table and threw it outward. In an instant, the jade talisman arrived above the first Yin-Yang Refining God Formation.

With a flash of light, a magnificent magic array covering the entire universe and extending to all directions appeared. Black and white energies circulated continuously, and the brilliant light shone on the sky, exuding a pure and holy aura.

Qi Ye and his group advanced with unstoppable momentum, breaking through all the arrays blocking their path with the Impermanent Mist. However, upon reaching the Two Elements Refining God Array, Qi Ye raised his hand to stop them.

"The Two Elements Refining Spirit Formation!"

Qi Ye said in a deep voice, this formation is famous and he has never dared to underestimate it. However, what surprised him was that there was no trace of living people in the formation. Upon closer inspection, he discovered that all the people guarding the formation were puppets.

"Thousand Machines Pavilion".

Withdrawing his gaze, Qi Ye transmitted a few words to Shura, who immediately took out an iron box and awaited Qi Ye's command.

"Evil Dragon, throw out ten Crimson Thunder Pearls." Seeing that Shura was ready, Qi Ye turned to the evil dragon and gave the order.

Upon hearing this, the evil dragon threw ten thunder pearls at the vortex formation without hesitation. Just as the thunder pearls were about to explode, the black and white light turned and swallowed them whole. At that moment, Shura reached out and opened the iron box. A faint white light flashed like lightning and rushed in while the formation was in operation.

When the Yin-Yang Refining Divine Array attempted to refine the power of the Thunder Pearl, an unexpected force intruded. The puppets within the array immediately activated the array mechanism, attempting to refine it as well. However, just as the puppets were simultaneously controlling the array mechanism, their bodies suddenly froze, and then one by one, the puppets disintegrated. In less than half a breath, all the puppets in the array were destroyed.

With the puppet gone, the array's power immediately weakened by more than half, and the speed at which the lightning pearl was being refined slowed down. The lightning pearl was detonated in an instant, exploding with a deafening roar. The Yin-Yang Refining God Array completely collapsed, scattering into dust and smoke.

With a flick of his sleeve, Shura pointed the iron box at the ruins, and a white light flew out from the ruins and obediently entered the iron box.

Qi Ye didn't even glance at it, and strode across the ruins. The others followed closely behind without saying a word.

At this moment, Fang Kong, the sect leader of the Myriad Swords Sect, had a very solemn expression in the Xuanxin Hall.

"Everyone, what exactly is that faint white light emitted by Shura?"

Although these two Yin-Yang Refining Spirit Formations are not as powerful as those with a True Person in charge, they cannot be broken by just a few Thunder Pearls. Anyone with discerning eyes can see at a glance that the key to breaking the formation lies in the contents of the iron box. If this item cannot be dealt with, the next two formations will likely meet the same fate.

"This thing is a hollow-toothed worm, which was refined by the Venerable Huilong. The reason why my sect's magic array collapsed silently was because of this worm."

Master Tianyun's expression was no longer as composed as before. This thing had destroyed most of Miaoyun Palace, how could he not hate it? However, the other party was too powerful, so he could only suppress his desire for revenge. But now that the righteous path had united, if they could take advantage of the overwhelming momentum to defeat the Yinyue Dynasty, Master Tianyun would be very willing.

Fang Kong was startled upon hearing this. Although he had never heard of this hollow insect before, he was shocked to learn that the protective array of Miaoyun Palace had also been destroyed by it. No wonder this thing was so powerful that even the Yin-Yang Refining God Array was no match for it.

The others' expressions changed slightly upon hearing this. This thing was truly domineering and unparalleled. They were helpless and wondered if the Xuanxin Sect had any way to deal with it.

"Sect Master Jin Guang, do you have any strategies to deal with these hollow-toothed insects?"

Master Muyang of Yunsong Temple looked at the golden light above and asked in a solemn voice.

"Everyone, there is no need to worry. Our sect already has a way to deal with this hollow-toothed insect."

As he spoke, a wisp of frosty white energy shot out from the golden sleeve and quickly landed in the second formation. Without a sound, the second formation had already changed slightly. If one did not observe carefully, it would be difficult to find any difference from the first formation.

"Sect Master Jin Guang, what was that just now?"

Duan Jing, the master of Cangzhen Mountain, was slightly better at sensing the energy than the others present. Before, the Yin-Yang Refining God Array was a state of life and death, and the void was one. But now, an energy of annihilation appeared. However, this energy of annihilation did not have the cruelty and ruthlessness. Instead, it presented a mysterious sense of harmony between heaven and earth. It seemed that things should proceed in accordance with this, and any attempt to break the balance would be rejected by the great power of heaven and earth.

This is no longer a supernatural power, but more like a rule. Among those in the Xuanxin Orthodox Sect who possess this ability, there is probably no one else but that one person.

"This is a divine ability passed down by Senior Brother Gu Xu, called 'Heaven and Earth Shifting Together.' Since Qi Ye wants to use the Hollow Worm to break the formation, this divine ability can take the opportunity to destroy this thing."

Upon hearing this, everyone was initially shocked, and then they stared intently at the light screen. Among them, very few had actually witnessed Gu Xu's move. Although this divine ability was not performed by Gu Xu, it was enough to tell just how far the opponent's cultivation had reached.

At this moment, Qi Ye and the others destroyed several small arrays in succession, and a moment later they arrived in front of the second Yin-Yang Refining God Array. Upon seeing this, the evil dragon immediately stepped forward and threw out the thunder pearl in his hand with great enthusiasm. Then, Shura opened the iron box and released the hollow insect.

However, even after the Thunder Pearl was swallowed up and the Hollow Worms rushed into the formation, the formation remained completely calm, and after a short while, there was still no unusual activity.

"Go back!"

As Qi Ye sensed it, the earth's energy suddenly surged several times, and a force of repulsion descended from the sky. His expression immediately changed, and he hurriedly shouted.

Upon hearing this, the evil dragon and the Asura immediately severed their magical power and their figures flashed away. However, just as the two left, black and white arrows of energy shot out from the formation. Some disciples of the Yin Moon Dynasty were caught off guard and were hit on the spot, instantly turning to ashes.

Seeing this, Lie Mingzi and Bi Qing exchanged a glance, then released their Netherworld Yang Weak Water to the left and right, creating a light shield that swallowed the incoming energy arrows one by one, protecting most of the disciples. However, the energy arrows seemed endless, attacking continuously for three quarters of an hour without showing any signs of weakening. Seeing this, Qi Ye's eyes flashed with a sharp light. He drew his sword, nodded to Bi Qing and Lie Mingzi, and the two understood. Just as Qi Ye's sword aura reached its peak, they opened an opening. A sharp, emerald-green sword light shot out from it. In a flash, the sky darkened, and the Yin-Yang Refining God Array appeared as if it had been neatly sliced ​​in two by the sword light.

With a deafening roar, everything turned to dust, leaving only a smooth road in everyone's sight.

"move on."

Qi Ye sheathed his sword and took the lead. Lie Mingzi and Bi Qing withdrew their magic and silently followed behind Qi Ye, while the three evil dragons counted the number of casualties.

"Your Majesty, seventeen men have been killed in action, and thirty-two others have been wounded."

The dragon reported the number of casualties, and Nanaya simply nodded, indicating that the loss was still within his acceptable range.

"There is one last battle ahead. Once this formation is broken, I, the Holy Lord, do not believe that the Xuanxin Orthodox Sect can remain inactive."

Just as the Yin Yue Dynasty was on their way, in the Xuanxin Hall, Jin Guang watched as Qi Ye casually broke the Refining God Array with a single sword strike, and his expression immediately became solemn. This Demon Lord's cultivation had improved far beyond what he had before. If he were to fight him head-on, it would only result in one of them dying and the other being injured, or perhaps the other would remain unharmed.

"It's unbelievable that the Demon Lord has cultivated the Heaven-Slaying Sword Technique to such a level!"

Fang Kong was also a master swordsman. When he saw Qi Ye casually destroy the formation with a single sword strike, his heart sank. Although the Demon Lord's swordsmanship had not yet reached the level of annihilating all things, it was not far off. Once he seized the opportunity, if he struck with this sword, the only result would be the destruction of both body and soul without a protective treasure.

"Sect Master Jin Guang, the Demon Lord is about to arrive at the last formation. Should we change our plans and strike ahead of schedule?"

Yuan Ming, the master of Qianji Pavilion, was also shocked and deeply saddened. The two formations had been equipped with a large number of puppets, which had almost emptied the Qianji Pavilion's coffers. Several of these puppets were left by their ancestors, and it would be difficult to forge another one now.

Upon hearing this, Master Muyang also spoke up, saying, "The speed of the Yinyue Dynasty far exceeds our expectations. If this continues, we will be in a very passive position. It would be better to divide them up in advance so that we can defeat them one by one. Even if we cannot kill Qiye, we should at least eliminate the three evil dragons, Lie Mingzi, and Biqing."

Duan Jing of Cangzhen Mountain and Gu Wenshao of Tianhai Sect also agreed, but in the end, they decided to rely on Jin Guang. Everyone couldn't help but look at Jin Guang. After a moment of contemplation, he looked at Tianyun Zhenren, bowed to him solemnly, and said in a serious voice, "Tianyun Zhenren, please lend a hand."

Upon hearing this, Master Tianyun rose and returned the greeting. He glanced at everyone, then a flash of silver light appeared in his sleeve, and a pure white cloud floated in front of him. With a burst of magical power, the pure white cloud dispersed, revealing the true form of the Cloud Gathering Banner. The banner surface shimmered with cloud light, flowing with brilliance. Under Master Tianyun's control, streaks of pure white cloud light flew out of the main hall.

Using the shifting formation, the cloud light arrived above the capital city and then quickly spread out. In no time, the entire capital city was shrouded in a thick layer of cloud light, which continued to spread downwards, forming tall cloud walls that divided the capital city into countless fragmented areas.

As the Yin Yue Dynasty and its allies arrived at the third formation, Qi Ye and other high-ranking officials immediately sensed the changes in the sky. The evil dragon casually unleashed a dark light upwards, which silently dissolved into the cloud light. Losing the sense of the dark light, the evil dragon immediately said to Qi Ye, "Holy Lord, this cloud light is a technique of Miao Yun Que, and it is very likely a divine power personally used by the old Daoist Tian Yun. I just attacked with the formation-breaking stab, but it was instantly dissolved."

Although the Breaking Formation Thorn is not a top-tier treasure, this magical artifact has been refined by the Soul-Burning Pool, which can weaken its spirituality and pierce through obstacles. It is specifically designed to deal with the enemy's protective aura.

"This is a divine power that Daoist Tianyun used by borrowing the Cloud Gathering Banner. This Cloud Gathering Banner can cut off the other side, separate Yin and Yang, and prevent people below from wandering around, lest they be separated."

Upon hearing this, the evil dragon immediately sent a message down, and Lie Mingzi and the others were on high alert, vigilant about their surroundings, to prevent the Xuanxin Orthodox Sect from taking advantage of the chaos to launch a sneak attack.

Qi Ye casually struck out with a palm towards the cloud wall in front of him, but found that the palm force passed through the cloud light without any hindrance. He was puzzled, but after thinking about it again, he guessed that the cloud light wall was probably specifically designed to deal with magical artifacts. He then slowly stepped forward, reached out and pressed down. As soon as the magical power collided, the cloud wall was instantly melted away, revealing a doorway about the height of a person.

"Evil Dragon, Asura, take the men inside..."

Qi Ye gave the order, but heard no reply. He turned around and saw that the area behind him was empty, and the evil dragon and the others had disappeared.

"As expected, they had such a plan."

Although they had suspected it beforehand, the fact that Xuanxin Zhengzong could move and divide everyone present without them even noticing made them a little wary. However, they had already anticipated this situation, so since the other party had made their move ahead of time, they didn't need to hide anything.

He reached out and took out a jade bead, squeezed it hard, and the jade bead shattered. Then, without lingering, Qi Ye turned and entered the portal. Just after Qi Ye entered the portal, the cloud wall quickly closed.

Upon stepping out of the gate, Qi Ye's first sight was a familiar magic array. However, this array was different from the previous one. Instead of puppets, living people were now guarding the array positions. Among them, two people, a man and a woman, possessed particularly strong auras.

"Zhuge Liuyun, Yan Hongye".

Qi Ye snorted coldly. Although these two were not bad in terms of cultivation, almost as strong as Shura in the Holy Dynasty, that was all.

Impatient with getting entangled with these two, Qi Ye immediately unleashed a Heaven-Slaying Sword Technique. A beam of azure sword light pierced through the sky for a moment before striking the Yin-Yang Refining God Array squarely.

Fortunately, the formation was protected by the earth energy that had dissipated from the previous two formations, which prevented it from being broken in one blow. However, the three disciples in the southeast formation were slightly weaker and were injured by the sword energy, immediately falling off the formation and causing the formation mechanism to fall into chaos.

Seeing this, Zhuge Liuyun thought to himself that something was wrong. He immediately reached out and grabbed a golden talisman, which flew over. Just as the talisman landed, a sword light suddenly struck there. The sword light and the talisman clashed and shattered instantly. However, after this brief respite, Yan Hongye restarted the formation. One after another, black and white arrows of energy shot out from the formation, neatly arranged to attack Qi Ye.

At the same time, countless cold sword lights, as dense as stars, shot down from the sky. Seeing this, Qi Ye remained calm and flicked his hand. The impermanent mist condensed into a ball, shrinking and expanding, directly swallowing all the black and white energy arrows and the dense star sword energy.

At the same time, he flicked his right hand and wielded the sword. A sword light shot out like lightning. After a few leaps, before Yan Hongye and Zhuge Liuyun could react, the sword light struck the three people in the southeast formation. The three people died without uttering a sound.

With no one to oversee the formation, a vulnerability immediately appeared in the formation mechanism, and the attack of the black and white energy arrows paused instantly. This gave Qi Ye an opportunity. With a deep shout, he summoned several thunder pearls, supporting the mist with one hand while bombarding the thunder pearls into the formation with the other.

With a deafening roar, the Yin-Yang Refining God Formation was caught off guard and collapsed halfway in an instant. The black and white energy arrows became sparse and ineffective. With the black and white energy arrows weakened, the sword light shooting down from the sky could not withstand the attack alone and was quickly swallowed up by the impermanent mist.

(End of this chapter)