A journey through the world of martial arts

Chapter 253 Three Elements Unity
As soon as the Heavenly Demon Star appeared, a red barrier enveloped the area within a hundred miles of the capital. Inside the palace, a magic array suddenly appeared, with the phantoms of the Four Divine Beasts guarding the four directions. Their radiance flowed and illuminated the sky, blocking all the crimson demonic light from the outside.

Inside the Xuanxin Hall, True Person Tianyun was now weak and collapsed to the ground. Just now, the Demon Star appeared and, with its unparalleled demonic power, directly knocked back the formation he had set up with the Gathering Cloud Banner. Under the pull of the energy, a slight backlash landed directly on True Person Tianyun.

Sima San Niang was feeding him a pill, and Yan Chixia was refining its medicinal power for him. After a while, Tianyun Zhenren opened his eyes, silently circulated his true energy, and thanked Yan Chixia and Sima San Niang.

"Fellow Daoists, how is the situation now?"

"According to calculations, if we don't stop it, the demonic star will definitely descend upon the capital within half an hour at most!"

Sima San Niang's expression was very solemn. The premature arrival of this demonic star had caught them completely off guard. They hadn't noticed it at all before, which must have been because the demonic star had obscured the workings of heaven. Now that it had appeared, the heavenly secrets had returned to normal, which was why she and the Holy Maiden of the Three Realms had calculated and arrived at this result.

Upon hearing this, Master Tianyun was astonished. The demonic star was descending so quickly; could it be that it had some hidden trick up its sleeve?
Seeing Tianyun Zhenren's doubts, Yan Chixia said in a deep voice, "Qiye, the Demon Lord of the Yinyue Dynasty, is the guide chosen by the Demon Star. Qiye was just attacked by Junior Brother Gu Xu and others and is already in a critical situation. If the Demon Star does not intervene, it will have to wait another twenty years."

Yan Chixia only offered a few brief explanations, but did not elaborate on the deeper matters concerning the seven lifetimes of estrangement.

Master Tianyun knew that Yan Chixia had not told the whole truth, but this was enough for him to understand the importance of these seven nights.

"This child must be eliminated."

Master Tianyun's words were heavy with malice, his tone calm but revealing an undisguised killing intent.

The destruction of Miaoyun Palace by this boy is a thorn in the side of True Man Tianyun. Now, hearing that he is a key figure in guiding the Demon Star, he has yet another reason to kill him.

"With Junior Brother Gu Xu and Sect Master Jin Guang, along with Mountain Master Duan, True Person Mu Yang, and others, dealing with Qi Ye should be no problem. However, the descent of the Demon Star has brought quite a few troubles, the most troublesome of which are the countless extraterrestrial demon spirits."

Yan Chixia, having served as sect leader for over a decade, knew some secrets. He had also learned about the endless calamities brought by the Demon Star through Gu Xu's account.

"However, if Junior Brother Gu Xu can truly solve this once and for all, not only will the Yin Moon Dynasty be destroyed, but even that Demon Star will never be able to return. But the price..."

As Yan Chixia was pondering, a sudden flash of spiritual light appeared in the Xuanxin Hall. Upon seeing this, Sima Sanniang hurriedly activated her magic power and slashed forward with one palm. A light screen appeared in front of the three of them, showing the situation that was happening outside.

How did these seven nights turn out like this?

Sima San Niang exclaimed in surprise. Tianyun Zhenren and Yan Chixia also frowned and felt a chill when they saw the scene on the light screen.

In the scene, Qi Ye has long white and purple hair that falls to his waist. His originally handsome and extraordinary appearance is now covered with demonic patterns. His eyes are bloodshot and piercing. On his half-naked body, there is a clearly visible purple demonic pattern that extends all the way down. Around him, black and red evil energy swirls and swirls, covering him.

"He's completely fallen into demonic possession!"

Yan Chixia stared intently at Qi Ye and spoke, word by word.

Upon hearing this, Master Tianyun's expression changed. The Yinyue Dynasty belonged to the demonic path, and their cultivation techniques were unorthodox and extremely powerful. Now that the number one demonic figure had completely fallen into demonic ways, how formidable must his strength be? Did Gu Xu and the others really have the confidence to deal with him?
Just as the three were watching the light screen, Sima San Niang had a sudden thought and took out a sound transmission jade talisman. With a burst of magic power, Yan Hongye's voice came from the jade talisman.

“Mother, the sect leader has instructed that when the demon star descends, you, Father, and True Person Tianyun do not need to stay in the main hall. Go to the palace immediately. The sect leader has already made preparations.”

The light from the jade talisman gradually faded, and Sima Sanniang put it away, nodding to the two of them.

Seeing this, Master Tianyun and Yan Chixia exchanged a glance, and then the three of them, without further hesitation, used the Shifting Formation to fly towards the palace.

Mu Yang Zhenren and the others looked at Qi Ye, whose appearance had changed drastically, with wary expressions. Just now, the demonic star appeared in the world, and demonic energy suddenly appeared all around. This energy was different from the demonic arts cultivated by the Yin Yue Dynasty. As soon as they made a move, all their supernatural powers and magic were devoured.

Not only that, the demonic energy, guided by the magic power, surged directly towards them. If Fang Kong hadn't released thousands of sword lights in advance to sever the demonic energy, they would have been possessed by this strange demonic energy.

Gu Xu looked at the approaching demonic star in the sky with a calm expression. Meeting the gazes of Mu Yang Zhenren and the others, Gu Xu said in a low voice, "Fellow Daoists, I will leave this demon to me. As for the demonic spirits, I will leave them to you."

The demonic spirits released by Qi Ye were already superior demons, and now, under the illumination of the demonic star, their demonic nature was amplified. They roared and howled, displaying a ferocious appearance. Their attack power was at least several times higher than before. Mu Yangzhen and the others could not deal with Qi Ye, but dealing with these demonic spirits was a piece of cake.

Upon hearing this, Mu Yang Zhenren bowed respectfully. They knew their own limitations and that staying here would probably not be of much help, but rather a burden. Now that Gu Xu had asked them to deal with the demon spirit, they felt relieved.

"Rest assured, Daoist Master, we will handle those demonic spirits. We will certainly live up to your expectations!"

Mu Yang Zhenren bowed to Gu Xu, flicked his whisk, gave a few instructions to Fang Kong and the others, and the group disappeared in a flash, leaving only Qi Ye and Gu Xu behind.

"Gu Xu, the Heavenly Demon Star has descended, and you are powerless to reverse the situation. With your cultivation level, it is not difficult for you to protect yourself, but if you want to save the lives of everyone in the capital, I'm afraid you are willing but unable."

Qi Ye looked at Gu Xu, who remained silent, and said solemnly, "If Daoist Master is willing to submit to the demonic path, this Holy Lord can put in a good word for you. In the future, when you refine this world, Daoist Master can also take this opportunity to advance his cultivation. Wouldn't that be a win-win situation?" Upon hearing this, Gu Xu looked at Qi Ye indifferently and said coldly, "Your words are unpleasant to hear. As a disciple of the Xuanxin Sect, how could I agree to go along with such evil? If this is all you have to say, then you may take action."

Qi Ye's eyes sharpened, and he stopped speaking. Seeing the approaching demonic star, the light of his sword flashed, and he moved instantly, arriving beside Gu Xu in the blink of an eye. Silently, several sword lights flashed and clashed, striking Gu Xu's protective light shield. With a crack, the light shield was actually cut open.

Seeing this, Qi Ye's eyes flashed with a sharp light. He reached out and grabbed a wisp of demonic energy, which then slipped into the inner circle of the valley through the gap. However, just as the demonic energy entered, a crimson light flashed and disappeared, instantly refining the demonic energy. At the same time, a flash of light appeared on the light shield, closing the gap.

Gu Xu watched as Qi Ye attacked him relentlessly from the outside, his speed incredibly fast and his strength immense. Gu Xu let out a deep shout, and with a tremor of his Azure Thunder Sword, streaks of clear, bright sword light shot into the sky and then plunged down, enveloping several feet around him in sword light.

Qi Ye sensed the sharp sword light, and the demonic energy around him surged, turning into a black cloud that blocked the sky. As soon as the sword light entered, it was as if it had sunk into a quagmire, and after a few more breaths, it disappeared without a trace.

When Qi Ye saw that the sword light failed to break through the dark clouds, he was immediately invigorated. The azure sword light around him shot out like rain, as bright as stars in the sky, and rushed towards Gu Xu in a dense barrage. In an instant, the surrounding area of ​​several feet was filled with sword light, tearing through the clouds and splitting the sky, with a sound like thunder, shaking the heavens!
Upon seeing this, Gu Xu's expression immediately turned serious. With the help of the Demon Star, Qi Ye's power had far exceeded its limits, and even he dared not be careless. Seeing the sword lights flying all around, Gu Xu held the Azure Thunder Sword and drew a circle, stirring his energy to instantly form a lightning circle. Any azure sword lights that rushed into his range were sucked into it. Gu Xu pointed forward with his fingers, and the swallowed sword lights were reflected back!

Qi Ye's eyes narrowed slightly, and he slashed three times with his One Night Sword. At the same time, he pushed aside the black clouds around him, and the emerald sword light disappeared into them. Meanwhile, Gu Xu saw three crescent-shaped blades of light shining brightly with emerald light coming through the air. The power on them was as heavy as ten thousand pounds. The lightning circle probably could not withstand it. Thinking of this, Gu Xu pulled back and released his Azure Thunder Sword. The light circle closed inward and instantly condensed into a beam of light. With a mental command, the beam of light was whipped forward like a whip!
The three crescent-shaped light blades were moving forward when suddenly a bright light appeared ahead. Qi Ye narrowed his eyes, and by the time he reacted, the three light blades had already been dispersed by the beam of light. The light whip, however, continued its momentum and struck the black cloud directly. With a loud bang, the black cloud split in two with the blow, and the burst of cloud energy scattered in all directions.

Qi Ye stared intently at the incoming light whip, reached out and grabbed it, unleashing a torrent of demonic energy to meet it. The light whip broke through several defenses, and its attack slowed upon encountering the demonic energy. Before Gu Xu could change his move, Qi Ye let out a deep shout, and the demonic energy enveloping the light whip transformed into two ferocious ghost claws, pulling in two directions and instantly ripping the light whip in two, shattering it into countless points of light. These points of light were then swept away by the demonic energy and disappeared.

The two exchanged several moves, and were evenly matched. However, with the Demon Star behind him as the source of his magic power, Qi Ye was not afraid to continue the battle with Gu Xu. Gu Xu on the other side also seemed to have no intention of retreating, and his attacks were even more fierce.

"Since Gu Xu is willing to continue this standoff, then this Holy Monarch will grant his wish. As long as the Demon Star descends completely and corrupts the entire capital, Gu Xu will be unable to hold on alone."

Thinking of this, Qi Ye's eyes sharpened, and his sword blazed with a bright green light, unleashing dozens of sword beams in succession to clash with the oncoming Azure Thunder sword beams. However, when the two forces clashed, Gu Xu was the stronger one. His sword beams were as graceful as dragons, rushing left and right, tearing the demonic energy to shreds as they crisscrossed. Then, a red light swept over them, instantly clearing the sky.

"This Gu Xu's cultivation is so formidable. Even with the support of the Demon Star, I am still slightly inferior. It seems that to deal with this person, the Heavenly Demon Star will have to take action personally."

Then, he used demonic energy to create a barrier to block the Azure Lightning Sword Light. After calculating silently, Qi Ye realized that the Demon Star would arrive in about half an hour.

"There is enough time. As long as we hold on until the Demon Star descends, everything will be settled!"

Qi Ye summoned the One Night Sword, letting it hover around and release beams of sword light. These beams, combined with the demonic energy, formed two barriers. Taking this opportunity, Qi Ye summoned the Azure Snail artifact again, pouring the demonic power he had absorbed from the Demon Star into it.

As Qi Ye continued chanting the incantation, a bright light shone from the green snail. In a flash, it appeared above the valley. Qi Ye's eyes lit up, and he reached down. The green snail instantly grew to the size of a mountain, directly enveloping the area within several miles of the valley.

Besides its protective and defensive capabilities, this treasure can also restrain enemies. Qi Ye knew that this item could not hold Gu Xu for too long, but he only needed to seize a moment.

Gu Xu felt the sky darken, and then he was plunged into a hazy space. He flicked his finger and sent out a beam of light, but it didn't go far before he exhausted his magic power. Gu Xu seemed to be thinking about something. He held the Azure Thunder Sword upside down and walked slowly in this space. After taking nine steps without stopping, Gu Xu stopped and looked up at the dim realm in front of him.

"This item is rather interesting."

As the crimson light shot out from Gu Xu's body, strange demonic energy surged towards him like waves. The crimson light and the demonic energy collided, flashing brightly for a few breaths in the dim space.

Outside the magical artifact, Qi Ye was covered in sweat. This Gu Xu was even more troublesome than he had imagined. He had only been inside for half a quarter of an hour when Gu Xu found the right direction. If he hadn't stopped him, Gu Xu would have definitely broken through. But his move had given Gu Xu an opportunity. Although the demonic energy was firmly blocking the sword light, the clash of magical powers between the two sides had greatly depleted Qi Ye's energy. Even with the support of the demonic star, he was still struggling to keep up.

A moment later, Qi Ye's face turned pale, and he hurriedly retreated. Just as he retreated, a shocking explosion was heard, the air surged into the sky, and lightning bolts roared. The Azure Snail magic weapon was instantly cleaved into countless fragments by a sword light, and then swept away by the lightning, turning into smoke in an instant.

Before the shockwave had subsided, a flash of lightning appeared in Gu Xu's eyes. He reached out and grabbed Qi Ye, who was retreating. A binding force momentarily held him back. Then, a sword light flashing with lightning shot out and struck the demonic energy shield surrounding Qi Ye in the blink of an eye. With just one strike, the demonic energy was torn apart. The demonic energy was full of spirituality and tried to regroup, but it was surrounded and annihilated by the continuous shooting of crimson sword light. In just a few breaths, it completely dissipated without leaving a trace.

When Qi Ye was imprisoned by the power of the Lock, he already sensed something was wrong. When the demonic energy was broken, he couldn't help but groan, and with a surge of magic power, he broke free of the imprisonment and retreated quickly.

The demonic energy also contained his magical power. Now that the demonic energy was broken, the backlash hit him, causing him to suffer a great loss. Fortunately, he had the help of the demon star's magical power, which refined some of it and made up for some of the damage.

"Now we only have one last resort."

Qi Ye sensed that the Demon Star was about to descend, and in order to buy time, he had no choice but to use his last trump card.

Qi Ye cultivates a forbidden technique with extremely powerful effects called "Three Elements Harmony". This technique refines a cultivator's essence, energy and spirit into one, instantly increasing their combat power several times over. Qi Ye's cultivation level is now not far from Gu Xu's. If he were to receive the help of this technique, even if he could not defeat Gu Xu, he could at least delay him for a moment.

Seeing Gu Xu flying towards him, Qi Ye's eyes sharpened. He turned his mana around and immediately activated the Three Elements Harmony Technique. Qi Ye's aura suddenly darkened, and the sword light of the One Night Sword hovering outside turned from green to black. A terrifying demonic aura was constantly gathering.

Happy New Year everyone.

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