Simultaneous travel: I am rampant in the domestic area

Chapter 220 A Severe Blow to My Former Employer

Lu Xueqi had no idea what Biyao was thinking. She only saw Biyao looking at her with a provocative gaze, and inwardly cursed her for being crazy, so she didn't pay any more attention to it.

And so began a time of peace and joy.

Over the next few months, Russell spent his mornings lecturing, his afternoons studying ancient texts, and his nights discussing the mysteries of life with Xiaobai, leading a very fulfilling life.

In contrast to Russell's leisurely lifestyle, the current spiritual world is extremely lively.

First, the Ghost King Sect, one of the three major sects of the Demonic Cult, was the first to declare its withdrawal from the Holy Cult, establish its own sect, change its name to the Asura Sect, and dismiss many of its rogue cultivators, seemingly repenting and turning over a new leaf.

This plunged the small and medium-sized sects within a thousand miles of Fox Ridge Mountain, who usually depended on the Ghost King Sect for their livelihood, into endless confusion.

Before they could even figure out what had happened, the Hehuan Sect and the Wandu Sect also issued similar statements.

This caused an uproar in the cultivation world.

The righteous and demonic sects have been fighting for countless years, locked in a fierce and evenly matched conflict, with both sides experiencing victories and defeats. However, neither side has ever completely crushed the other, not even three months ago.

As a result, within just three months, the three major factions of the Demonic Sect surrendered one after another without a fight.

Not only were the smaller sects baffled, but even the elders of the demonic sects deep within the forbidden lands of the Wilderness Temple were confused about what had happened.

The messenger sent to gather information was thrown out by the three sects before he could even enter their mountain gates. The sects declared that they had broken away from the Demonic Sect and were now on the righteous path, and that they wanted to sever all ties with the Demonic Sect. They said that they were only sparing his life today because of some past friendship, and that if the Wilderness Temple sent anyone over again, they should not blame them for slaying demons and monsters.

Gan Linniang's demon-slaying and monster-eliminating skills.

You are demons! You are monsters!
Do you really think that changing your identity will erase the past?
Even if they change their sect's name to "The Number One Righteous Sect in the World," it won't change the fact that they are a demonic sect.

Want to justify a severance package? No way!

The Savage Temple stated that once you are a demonic sect, you will always be a demonic sect. As long as the Savage Temple has not disappeared from the world, you will never be able to wash away the mark of being a guardian sect of the demonic cult.

Upon hearing this, the Ghost King, the Poison God, and Lady Sanmiao realized that it did indeed make sense. With such a vivid and tangible stain on their reputation, even if they were to clear their names in the future, people would still bring it up, and they would never be able to truly integrate into the righteous path.

The three then discussed the matter and, in order to better correct their past mistakes, decided to take drastic measures to strike back at their former employer.

On that same day, the Ghost King Sect, which changed its name to the Asura Sect, the Ten Thousand Poisons Sect, which changed its name to the Valley of Ten Thousand Medicines, and the Joyful Union Sect, which did not change its name but once again improved its service attitude and added many service items, all issued a statement at the same time, declaring war on the Savage Temple on behalf of all living beings and common people.

The moment this news broke, the entire righteous and demonic sects were in an uproar.

Dao Xuan Zhenren, the leader of the righteous sect Qingyun Sect, waved his hand and said that if the three sects truly had such a heart for the Dao, then Qingyun Sect was willing to contribute its meager strength to destroy the Desolate Temple.

Upon hearing this, the entire righteous cultivation world could no longer sit still. Their own leader had taken the lead in speaking out, so how could they remain unmoved? They all sent out petitions, requesting that their sects be allowed to join the war, as they wanted to fight for the righteous path!

Thus, the three sects of the demonic path officially merged into the righteous path family, discussed various matters, raised their banners, and jointly attacked the barbaric lands.

The Ghost King was moved to tears and vowed to bring the head of the Lord of the Wilderness Temple to Qingyun Mountain to sincerely repent for his past deeds.

"Ten thousand people flocked to the Asura Gate, seeking an audience with the True Man Russell."

"The Poison God of Wanyao Valley requests an audience with the True Man Russell."

"The Three Wonders of the Hehuan Sect: I Seek an Audience with the True Man Russell."

Sure enough, the three kept their word. After destroying the Desolate Temple, they each came to Qingyun Sect to pay respects to Dao Xuan Zhenren. After coming down from Tongtian Peak, they came to pay respects to Luo Su without stopping.

From declaring war to assembling, to setting out, and finally returning victorious, the entire process took less than a month.

The attack on the Savage Temple took less than seven days.

The Demonic Cult was eliminated physically, even faster than the martial arts sects were swallowed up by armed conflicts.

The reason for this speed is naturally due to the three old men mentioned above.

The reason why the righteous path could not break through the Desolate Temple in the past was naturally because the Desolate Land was vast and boundless. Not only was the location of the temple difficult to determine due to the migration of the earth's veins, but there were also countless fierce magic arrays around the temple.

Those who follow the righteous path are unaware of its true nature. For thousands of years, every time they have invaded the wilderness, they have lost their way. Even if they are lucky enough to find the location of the Wilderness Temple, they will suffer heavy casualties under the various magic formations.

But... the three Ghost Kings knew!

As the three most powerful factions of the Demonic Sect, the old fogies in the temple may not have as clear an understanding of the Savage Temple as they do.

Putting aside everything else, of the eighteen most important protective formations of the temple, three were the work of the Poison God, while the Ghost King and Lady Sanmiao were responsible for reinforcing the other two formations.

With them leading the way, the punitive army charged towards the Wilderness Temple in a mighty and unstoppable manner.

In just seven days, the supposedly immortal fortress that could stand for millions of years was completely annihilated in the long river of history.

At the foot of Chaoyang Peak.

The three ghost kings, who had already given their names, were starting to feel uncertain as no one came down to guide them.

They didn't dare to recklessly step into the mountain gate; Russell's fearsome reputation was one reason, and the ever-watchful Kui Niu nearby was another.

Since arriving at Chaoyang Peak to guard the gate, Kui Niu has been living a very comfortable life. He uses his magic to bring rain to Chaoyang Peak to nourish the medicinal herbs, while Chaoyang Peak feeds him with various kinds of medicinal herbs every day. The two benefit each other. Apart from having much less time to sleep, this place is paradise for him.

"Does Master Russell not want to see us?" Madam Sanmiao asked worriedly.

The Poison God on the side also looked worried.

"No, it must be something that's keeping him delayed..." the Ghost King guessed.

With Biyao by Luo Su's side, even if the other party dislikes them, they won't just stand there idly.

Fortunately, not long after, there was finally some movement on the mountain.

A woman wearing a black veil slowly descended the mountain.

"The Vermilion Bird Envoy!?" The Poison God and Lady Sanmiao looked at Youji in surprise, then turned to look at Wanrenwang.

They were naturally familiar with the Four Great Saints of the Ghost King Sect.

Why is Yu Ji here?
The Ghost King chuckled and said smugly, "My daughter is unruly, and I am preoccupied with trivial matters, so I have no choice but to ask the True Man Russell to discipline her."

The Poison God and Lady Sanmiao finally understood why the Ghost King believed Russell wouldn't seek revenge and left himself no way out—he had already sacrificed his daughter!

You with those thick eyebrows and big eyes! No way!

The Poison God and Lady Sanmiao exchanged a glance. They had already fallen behind and couldn't let the Ghost King eat all the meat. They had to at least get a sip of the soup.

In that instant, they each thought of their most outstanding disciples, Qin Wuyan and Jin Ping'er.

If possible, they would not mind keeping their disciples on Chaoyang Peak for the sake of the sect's continuation.

"Sect Master, Senior, Madam." You Ji greeted the three of them one by one and explained, "There was a small competition inside Chaoyang Peak. All the disciples were watching the matches, which is why we neglected you three."

"It's alright." The Ghost King waved his hand, stroked his beard, and laughed, "The peak competition is a big deal, while the three of us are a small matter. I'm just afraid it will delay the True Man."

“The three of you can follow me,” Youji said, leading the way up the mountain. “Biyao is also in this competition. It’s quite a coincidence that the sect leader has come.”

"Then I'll have to see how much Yao'er has improved." The Ghost King laughed even more heartily.

Biyao's ability to participate in the peak competition shows that she was not only truly regarded as one of Russell's own, but also learned real skills.

Poison God and Lady Sanmiao naturally thought of this as well, and they were so jealous they almost turned into cucumber spirits.

Before long, the three of them walked along the mountain path to the viewing area, where they could see Russell and Shang Zhengliang on the underground hosting platform.

Russell exchanged glances with them, reassuring them to watch the game with peace of mind.

They arrived at the perfect time; Chu Yuhong and Shen Tiandou's match had just ended, and Biyao and Lu Xueqi were entering the arena.

"Who is the girl fighting Yao'er?" the Ghost King asked Lu Xueqi, recognizing the Tianya Divine Sword on her back.

“Lu Xueqi, a disciple of Master Shuiyue of Xiaozhu Peak, has been studying magic under Master Shuiyue on Chaoyang Peak,” Youji replied.

The Ghost King nodded, said no more, and watched the fight between the two intently.

Lu Xueqi launched her attack as always. Her unstoppable sword momentum, combined with unparalleled lightning, was impeccable in both practical combat effectiveness and visual appeal.

In contrast, Biyao changed her usual impatient personality, and her fighting style became calm and steady, planning carefully before acting. Her caution was almost unlike her usual self.

The nine-petaled, sorrowful little flower in my palm exudes a chilling aura, like a venomous snake flicking its tongue, lurking in the shadows, waiting for its chance to strike.

"The Heartbreak Flower..." The Ghost King saw it clearly. The Heartbreak Flower, which had been damaged to the point of having only six petals left, had been restored to its original state. Moreover, it was even more divine and radiant, and its quality had increased by many levels. It could now be called a divine weapon of the Nine Heavens.

This was naturally thanks to Russell; the flower of sorrow that he had personally shattered that day was ultimately repaired by himself.

The material used was the essence left after the Wuliang Jade Disc was broken, and with the addition of some inscriptions carved by him, the quality was naturally improved.

Youji still remembered how happy she was for many days after Russell gave Biyao the reforged Heartbreak Flower.

All that could be seen in the arena was...

Lu Xueqi's expression was as cold and indifferent as ice. With a flick of her sword, azure lightning swirled around the blade. Amidst a faint sword hum, the sword light flowed out like moonlight, and her figure vanished instantly behind the sword light.

Biyao moved slowly and steadily, her hand seals changing one after another. The sad little flower bloomed and surrounded its master, transforming into hundreds of petals, some closed, some in full bloom, and some still in bud, all flying around without missing a single drop.

Two figures flashed across the field at incredible speed, their sword energy, along with blade light and illusory flowers, constantly clashing and leaving huge craters in the field, creating shockwaves that pulverized rocks and soil.

"Good!" Ghost King thought to himself. Back in the Ghost King Sect, Biyao was always impatient and her cultivation was sporadic. Now, she was much more adept at advancing and retreating, and her offense and defense were well-organized.

"It's about time to decide the winner," Yu Ji said.

After her prolonged and fruitless attack, Lu Xueqi indeed took a step back. With the Seven Star Step activated, endless lightning formed a dazzling domain around her, and her pupils shone brightly, turning incandescent white by the lightning.

However, it was not the Divine Sword Thunder Control Technique.

She gripped the Tianya Sword with both hands and leaped high into the air, facing Biyao. She thrust the sword forward, its energy crackling with countless arcs of electricity, and a beam of light plummeted straight down!
Russell's Secret Technique: Three Thousand Springs!
Lu Xueqi's sword struck Biyao's Heartbreak Flower Shield without pausing, then shot into the sky again, accompanied by even more powerful lightning, before falling back down.

Then came the third time!

the fourth time!
the fifth time!
Reality is not a game. As long as the spellcaster's physical attributes and magical power are strong enough, theoretically, they can keep stacking up.

Lu Xueqi's limit is nine times, and the power of each time is twice that of the previous one.

By the time she landed for the sixth time, Biyao's Flower Sea Shield was already riddled with cracks and would definitely not last until her seventh Three Thousand Springs, and Biyao was not going to give her a chance to release it.

The moment Lu Xueqi leaped up again to gather her strength, Biyao moved.

The Heartbreak Flower in her hand shone brightly with white light, and the countless petals in the sky merged into one, which was then unleashed by Biyao from behind, resembling a white rainbow.

Russell's Secret Technique: Tail Needle!

Faced with this tail-end strike, Lu Xueqi had no intention of dodging. Her lightning-encased body transformed into a streak of light, like a silver-white dragon, heading straight for the Heartbreak Flower.

Lu Xueqi's constant leaps were a way of building up momentum, as was Biyao's ability to stand still and endure being hit.

Now, it is time for the two to clash with the power they have been building up.

The silver dragon and the white flower collided, and after a moment of deathly silence, a powerful burst of heat erupted, accompanied by a dazzling light, making the center of the arena seem like the sunrise!
A massive shockwave spread out, sweeping across the entire arena. The disciples watching hurriedly channeled their magic to defend themselves, nearly being thrown off their feet.

"Lu Zi was right after all, it's really interesting when girls fight!"

Russell clicked his tongue in amazement. Chu Yuhong and Shen Tiandou's fight was a normal contest, stopping short of a fight. Biyao and Lu Xueqi, on the other hand, wanted to beat the other's brains out.

"Who is Master Lü?" Xiao Bai, who was standing behind Russell, curiously came closer. For Russell to mention him so often, he must be an unparalleled Confucian scholar.

"As the Lüshi Chunqiu says, it cannot be spoken of, it cannot be spoken of." Russell shook his head mysteriously, holding up a sun in his hand, which emitted warm light that illuminated the competition field.

Only Lu Xueqi was still standing on the field; Biyao had already fallen to the ground.

Although their talents were similar, Biyao's willpower was far less resilient than Lu Xueqi's, and she had not spent as much time with Luo Su as Lu Xueqi, so she was naturally no match for her.

"Uncle-Master." Lu Xueqi proudly looked up at Luo Su, who gave her full affirmation. As for Bi Yao, who had slowly woken up and was looking at him with a wronged expression, Luo Su also offered her enough comfort.

When it comes to maintaining balance, Russell is a professional.

(End of this chapter)