The End of the Immortal Path

Chapter 262 Actually, I'm quite good at fighting.
Seeing the monster shatter and fall to the ground, the man landed in front of Jiang Man.

The person in front of me seemed a bit strange.

He couldn't see the other person's face clearly.

I couldn't sense his presence either.

"People from the Zhenyue Division?" he asked.

This person is extremely powerful and has a certain resistance to the power of evil gods like those from ancient wells.

Otherwise, it would have been impossible to defeat a mind-related demon beast with a single punch.

But the other party should be relatively young.

That question revealed the other person's desire to show off.

It's very inflated.

People who are young or have just entered this realm are most prone to this.

"Yes." Jiang Man nodded.

"Where's the token?" the other party asked.

Jiang Man took out his token.

"A jade token? A temporary token?" The other party was somewhat surprised.

"Mm." Jiang Man nodded casually.

He was indeed a temporary worker.

After killing Meng Qiewei and the Bai family patriarch, this token will be useless.

However, it doesn't seem to be made of jade.

He didn't ask any more questions.

Asking too many questions makes it seem like you know nothing.

“My name is Nan Yue. My orders are that three people will be coming to this area. All of you must cooperate with my mission as a training exercise.” Nan Yue looked at Jiang Man and continued, “You should be the third one. Also, these are my orders. You need to cooperate with me.”

As he spoke, the other party used a bronze token to send out instructions from a superior.

As expected, it requires cooperation with the other party.

But Jiang Man wasn't sure if he counted as one of the three.

Because he belongs to Tingfengyin, there is a possibility that he can skip these procedures.

So he answered truthfully: "I'm not sure if I am, but I can cooperate with your mission."

The other party didn't seem to care.

As long as it's confirmed that they are from the Zhenyue Division, that's fine.

Afterwards, Jiang Man inquired about the other party's mission and also asked about opportunities for promotion.

"Are you mainly here for a promotion?" Nan Yue asked.

“Yes.” Jiang Man nodded truthfully.

"This area falls under the influence of an ancient well-type evil god, so advancement is not easy. However, opportunities for advancement are the easiest to find, as they appear frequently under the influence of the immortal sect's formation."

"But the risks are also the greatest," Nan Yue kindly reminded him.

Jiang Man nodded: "I'm not afraid of the influence of evil gods like those from ancient wells."

"I can tell." Recalling what had just happened, Nan Yue believed it.

The opponent is not afraid of the mind-beast at all.

Then Nan Yue began to explain his mission: "My mission is very simple. First of all, the monsters here belong to some evil gods, but these evil gods are all under our control. Although the existence of the monsters is a bit troublesome, it will not have a big impact."

"But recently, spies from other evil gods have infiltrated the demon beasts, and these spies may disrupt the balance here."

"So I need to find them as soon as possible."

"Thus, we obtained some information."

"At the very least, we need to determine which evil god it belongs to."

Jiang Man nodded: "Any clues?"

Nan Yue pointed to the scattered demon beast and said, "It swallowed a lot of things, including mirror magic treasures that would reflect some special images."

"Perhaps there will be some gains."

As he spoke, he went to the side of the monster's corpse and used his sword to cut open its belly.

After rummaging around for a while, a bronze mirror was taken out.

He used magic to check it, then casually tossed the bronze mirror away.

Waiting for the next monster to devour it.

"Did you find anything?" Jiang Man asked.

“Yes, we need to find a red demon beast; it should know charm magic,” Nan Yue said.

Jiang Man nodded. He could find opportunities in the process of completing the mission.

Before he could think further, Nan Yue said, "However, there is a troublesome point."

"What?" Jiang Man asked.

"This demonic beast that possesses charm techniques is likely at the Nascent Soul level," Nan Yue said somewhat helplessly. "I'm at the Golden Core stage, as are the other two. What about you?"

Jiang Man said helplessly, "Me too."

Nan Yue pondered for a moment and said, "It seems we'll have to use an array. Let's regroup with the other two first."

On the way, Nan Yue asked Jiang Man for his name.

Jiang Man hesitated slightly.

"Many people in Zhenyue Division use code names, don't you?" Nan Yue asked curiously.

Jiang Man finished his thought and said, "Floating Life."

Nan Yue nodded, and then began to talk about his opportunity for promotion.

He said the other two people also came for the opportunity, but only one person could enter the opportunity.

Therefore, they need to be in an order.

The order is based on contribution; whoever completes the most tasks goes in first.

Unless you act alone and find the opportunity.

That is yours.

"Can one person find it?" Jiang Man asked.

Nan Yue smiled and shook his head: "Under certain circumstances, only I can find it."

Jiang Man nodded.

He's good at competing for rankings.

He then asked if there were any ancient artifacts here.

“There are statues of evil gods,” Nan Yue said.

They also said that we'll see it soon, and those interested can take a look.

Soon, they arrived in front of a huge statue.

The statue depicts a man looking up in thought, seemingly contemplating the workings of the universe.

Next to the statue, a man and a woman were studying a formation.

The woman looked to be in her late twenties, with delicate and dignified features.

The man looked to be in his late twenties, and was somewhat rugged.

Sensing their return, they looked up and finally fixed their gaze on Jiang Man.

They felt that the other person was somewhat dazzling, but there was nothing outstanding about them.

Similarly, one cannot discern their appearance or aura.

This happens quite often, and they don't seem to care.

“Fusheng,” Nan Yue introduced, “has a temporary mission, so he should be the third person, who, like you, came to advance to the Nascent Soul stage.”

Upon hearing this, the woman spoke up: "Liu Mei."

The burly man followed up with, "Night Shadow."

Nan Yue then explained the situation.

"There are two things to do now: first, find this demonic beast; second, set up an array." Nan Yue looked at Jiang Man and said, "Fusheng can deal with mind-body demonic beasts to some extent, but it can also deal with other types of demonic beasts."

“I’ll find the red monster,” Nightshade said.

"Let's set up the formation," Liu Mei said.

"Then I should be wary of the monsters around me?" Jiang Man asked, looking at them. "Actually, I'm quite good at fighting."

"Well, let's be wary of our surroundings first," Nan Yue said with a smile.

Everyone here has reached the Golden Core stage, and he believes Jiang Man is quite capable in combat.

But it's not of much use to a primordial spirit beast.

After the shadow disappeared quickly, Nan Yue and his group began to set up an array.

Jiang Man looked around and touched the statue.

[An old stone]

It was a bit boring, so I started studying the third form of the Evil God's Method.

"Concentrate," Nan Yue kindly reminded him.

Jiang Man nodded: "Okay."

Then we continued our research.

Liu Mei looked at Nan Yue and couldn't help but ask, "Is everything alright?"

She sensed that the newcomer seemed a bit irresponsible.

“It’s alright, perhaps he has his own methods.” Nan Yue recalled the jade token and chose to believe him.

He had never seen a jade token before, even after working with others for so long.

Therefore, Liu Mei didn't say much and focused on setting up the formation.

But I still occasionally pay attention to Jiang Man.

Suddenly, she saw Jiang Man walk outside.

"I'll be right back," Jiang Man's voice rang out.

Nan Yue and his companion were somewhat surprised.

Then they saw Jiang Man dragging a demonic beast back.

It is a mind-based demon beast.

"Will this work?" Jiang Man asked.

“It’s useful, let’s put it aside for now,” Nan Yue said.

Afterwards, Jiang Man continued to focus on studying the third form of the Evil God's Technique.

Liu Mei asked in surprise, "When did he find out?"

“He must have a different perception of mind-beasts,” Nan Yue said.

In fact, Jiang Man had activated the evil god's technique, making his senses here extremely sensitive.

It's an ability that no Golden Core cultivator could possibly possess.

It may have borrowed the characteristics of the Linghua Fairy.

In addition, he had almost figured out the first move of the third volume.

It involves condensing the power of an evil god and integrating it into one's own body when using it, thereby unleashing power beyond one's own capabilities.

However, it is extremely demanding in terms of control over power, as well as the integration of the body with that power.

The first and second volumes have already completed the use of the evil god's power; now it's time to build up.

After that, he sensed the power of the Spirit Flower Fairy.

Somewhat insignificant.

"It seems I need to wake her up as soon as possible," Jiang Man thought to himself.

Just as he was gradually drawing power away from Linghua Xianling, he suddenly sensed a change in the surrounding atmosphere.

He immediately stood up and said, "Team leader, something's wrong."

Nan Yue and Liu Mei, who were originally setting up the formation, both stopped what they were doing and looked at Jiang Man.

"The surrounding atmosphere has changed; a large number of demonic beasts are approaching us," Jiang Man immediately said.

"Are you sure?" Nan Yue asked seriously.

Jiang Man nodded.

“Change the formation.” He immediately looked at Liu Mei.

The two began quickly modifying the formation, intending to use it immediately.

Soon, Nightshade rushed back in a panic.

"The monsters are attacking?" Nan Yue asked directly.

Nightshade nodded: "I saw that red monster. It was it that attracted the surrounding monsters, causing them to attack us."

"We discovered it, and it discovered us too?" Liu Mei asked, somewhat surprised. "But it actually dared to attack first."

“They must have some purpose,” Nan Yue frowned. “Or perhaps they know that we don’t have a primordial spirit.”

"I have already requested assistance, but it will take time for other Nascent Soul level experts to arrive, so we can only deal with the situation for now."

"Primarily use procrastination."

Jiang Man was here for the first time and didn't know anything about the place.

So we mostly listen to their decisions.

Moreover, he dared not be arrogant when facing a primordial spirit.

After the great restoration of the immortal sects, the gap between the primordial spirit and the golden core is no longer what it used to be.

Roar!
The sudden roar seemed to distort everything around it.

"Be careful," Nan Yue said immediately.

He then unleashed a palm strike.

This palm strike was like a roaring ocean wave.

boom!
A huge impact.

They immediately forced Nan Yue to retreat.

"It actually made a direct move." Nan Yue was shocked.

At first, he thought the other party would be hiding in the shadows, but later he discovered that the other party had attracted a demonic beast.

At this point, they assume the other is hiding behind the scenes.

Who would have thought that the other side would strike first?

"Let's retreat first," Nan Yue sighed.

This mission was more difficult than expected.

I thought I was gradually uncovering clues, but I didn't expect to find them all in one go.

"No need to return it." A seductive voice rang out.

The surrounding area was sealed off by a force.

Then footsteps sounded.

The four looked over and saw a huge, fiery red fox walking towards them.

Even though it looks like a fox, it still exudes a captivating and alluring charm.

"I have all the clues you need, so why should I leave?" the fox said with a smile.

Psychological attacks began to wreak havoc on them.

"Charm Technique." Nan Yue spat out a mouthful of blood essence, which immediately formed a barrier.

The four people were concealed.

Liu Mei and the others then recovered.

"Use whatever means you have to save your lives, don't be stingy. Hold on for a while and our people will be here," Nan Yue said in a low voice.

"Delaying time is useless; you cannot withstand the attack of the primordial spirit." The fiery red fox's voice fell as it began to attack.

It took a step forward and instantly appeared in front of the blood-red barrier.

A claw descended.

Bang.

The barrier is broken.

Nan Yue and the others were forced to retreat.

They began to exert their power and take action.

However, the opponent's charm was too strong.

Their words and actions all seemed to have them somewhat lost in thought.

It's simply impossible to cope with it fully.

Because of the charm spell, Nan Yue was unable to use his full strength. At this moment, he saw the fox demon's claws already approaching.

He gritted his teeth and decided to give it his all.

We must make the other party suffer, and as long as they survive until rescue, it will be a great achievement.

Just as he was about to unleash his physical power, a hand suddenly landed on his shoulder.

Then, with a gentle lift, he was tossed backward.

Yu Guangzhong saw Jiang Man blocking his way.

"What are you doing?" Nan Yue roared.

What's going on with this guy?

However, just as Nan Yue was getting angry, he saw Jiang Man make his move.

He threw a punch that struck the fox demon's claw.

However, the scene of being defeated did not appear.

All I heard was a loud bang.

The two sides were evenly matched, and in the end, they both retreated.

boom!
Nan Yue fell heavily to the ground, and the other two immediately came over.

They looked at Jiang Man standing in front of them, somewhat incredulous.

"An ancient demon cultivator?" Jiang Man asked, looking at the fiery red fox.

At first, he thought it was a modern-day demon cultivator.

Nine out of ten modern demon cultivators also stole the simple methods of healing from immortal sects.

Such a demon has no weaknesses and possesses extremely strong primordial spirit power.

Therefore, he is no match for him.

You can only avoid the spotlight temporarily.

However, as his opponent made his move, he felt increasingly uneasy.

Is this the primordial spirit?

That's too weak.

I tried it, and it really is a frail and weak primordial spirit.

Therefore, there is no doubt that this is an ancient demon cultivator.

Can fight!

"What ancient demon cultivator?" The fox stared warily at Jiang Man.

The opponent's attack just now was quite strong.

“Ancient demon cultivators were weak,” Jiang Man said, looking at the other side. “How can you fight us like this?”

"You're talking nonsense!" the other party said angrily. "The Immortal Sect is selfish and has blocked all geniuses. Otherwise, how could such absurd statements as 'there are no geniuses in Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, or Golden Core' come out?"

"This is a trap set by the Immortal Sect for everyone, so that the geniuses will have no way out."

"Letting them consider themselves mediocre will not affect their status."

"They are afraid, afraid of the rise of geniuses, afraid of their unstable position."

As it spoke, it instantly appeared in front of Jiang Man, its words carrying a seductive charm.

It was said on purpose for Jiang Man to hear, to entice him into a frenzy and cause him to lose his composure.

boom!
Just as it attacked, a fist struck it in the face.

boom!
The immense force nearly caused it to lose its balance.

"How dare you!" the fox roared.

They then kept making moves.

Jiang Man dodged the opponent's attacks and retreated quickly.

He activated the evil god's magic, and his mental power began to exert pressure.

The more the fiery red fox fought, the more suffocated it felt in its chest, as if its opponent was an insurmountable mountain.

Slowly, it felt an invisible hand gripping its heart.

boom!
It was knocked away with a heavy thud.

She looked at the man in front of her with disbelief.

Jiang Man was also shocked; the fox was surprisingly tough.

My hands hurt, and my blood circulation almost couldn't keep up.

If the evil god's method hadn't been effective, whether or not they could have won is another matter entirely.

Even ancient demon cultivators should not be underestimated.

"Tell me your purpose," Jiang Man asked.

Upon hearing this, the fiery red fox transformed into a beautiful young woman with red hair, her chest area extremely prominent.

She looked at Jiang Man seductively and said, "You want to capture me and take me back as a spirit pet?"

“Ugly,” Jiang Man replied.

Upon hearing this, the other person's face contorted into a fox-like expression.

She then sneered, "Since you want to know my purpose, then I'll tell you: do you know about the Immortal Sect Grand Competition?"

"The Immortal Sect Grand Competition that recently started?" Nan Yue and the others who came over frowned.

"Yes, once the Immortal Sect Competition is closed, it is difficult to open again, and you do not know what is hidden in this place. Unfortunately, our people know, and they are about to release something inside."

"Everyone inside will die because of this thing. Not only that, it can also break through the secret realm after the competition ends, affecting the outside world," the fox demon said with a smile. "Now, do you want to try to open that place and stop them?"

(End of this chapter)