From the fake emperor to the concubine

The Zheng family members' cultivation improved rapidly, but because the speed of improvement was too fast, their foundation was not stable enough.

This has no impact on the strongest individuals, nor on the weaker, ordinary disciples.

However, those with average strength will have a harder time.

Their level of understanding was insufficient, yet their strength was increasing rapidly.

The mismatch between their level of understanding and their actual strength prevents them from unleashing their true potential in many situations.

In a normal battle, it would be fine, but in this life-or-death battle, their condition is at a great disadvantage.

At this moment, there were nine members of the Zheng family who had entered the Spirit Gourd Space, including Zheng Tianhao and the two elders.

Ling Xiaoyun's side, on the other hand, consisted of fourteen people.

Apart from those two seemingly simple-minded but actually very shrewd guys who went to deal with those rogue cultivators.

Both sides eliminated their three strongest fighters.

The nine members of the Zheng family had to deal with twelve enemies.

However, at least half of these nine people are in this limbo state.

Therefore, it becomes obvious during combat.

Despite the fact that the Zheng family members were clearly stronger, they were severely suppressed by their enemies.

If it weren't for the fact that the cultivation method Zheng Yi provided for them already contained a method for coordination...

In critical moments, they always receive help from their own kind, but now casualties may have already begun.

Even so, their current situation is precarious.

Completely caught in the enemy's rhythm, there was nothing they could do but passively cope.

If they continue fighting like this, their defeat is only a matter of time.

Of all the battles on the battlefield, this was probably the only one that could slightly alleviate Ling Xiaoyun's resentment.

As for the Ox-Head and Horse-Face demons who are currently engaged in a fierce battle with the rogue cultivators...

If he wins this time, he'll kill those two bastards immediately.

The battle here is so intense, yet the two of them actually went off to slack off.

Imagine if those two could join others in attacking the Zheng family members.

Perhaps the battle had already been decided, but it's too late to say anything now, since he had no choice at the time.

Because she was distracted by the situation on the battlefield, Ling Xiaoyun was accidentally punched by Zheng Tianhao.

In the heat of the moment, Ling Xiaoyun could only barely dodge the punch by using her shoulder to block it.

Even with the protective spiritual energy around her, Ling Xiaoyun felt as if her bones were about to be shattered.

For at least one or two hours, the movement of this arm will be restricted.

Fortunately, he reacted quickly; otherwise, it might have been his hand wielding the knife that was struck.

Ling Xiaoyun took a deep breath, circulating her internal energy to heal her injuries while deliberately acting as if nothing was wrong: "Hmph! All these years as the clan leader have worn down your edges, haven't they?"

"Your punches weren't very powerful before, but they were quite imposing."

"Now, even tickling me feels too light."

Zheng Tianhao raised an eyebrow and said regretfully, "If this were fifty years ago, I would definitely have fallen for it. Even if I didn't fight you to the death, I would have definitely fought you to the death."

"But now, this kind of low-level provocation doesn't work on me anymore."

"You seem fine, but the injury to your arm is definitely not minor."

"What's the point of forcing it on besides buying time?"

While speaking, he relentlessly launched an attack.

If at this moment, someone outside the Spirit Gourd Space were to witness this scene.

She would definitely scream in shock.

This is just the same insulting tactic that Zheng Chengbai uses.

The clan leader, Zheng Tianhao, even knew how to use the despicable technique of influencing the enemy by constantly talking.

The cultivation technique that Zheng Yi passed on to Zheng Chengbai was naturally seen by Zheng Tianhao, the clan leader.

At the time, Zheng Tianhao was also completely baffled and couldn't understand what that kind of magic was all about.

However, he was, after all, the patriarch of the Zheng family, and his aptitude was actually not bad.

The reason why my cultivation level was mediocre in the past was mainly due to the sealed tendons and bones in my bloodline.

Furthermore, the cultivation techniques they practiced were all created by Zheng Yi, sharing the same origin and lineage.

Therefore, even if you don't understand it, it has already been imprinted in your mind.

It was used subconsciously when facing the enemy.

Although it's not as good as Zheng Chengbai's original version, it's still quite effective in dealing with Ling Xiaoyun, who's been blinded by anger.

Provoked by Zheng Tianhao's words, Ling Xiaoyun, who was originally planning how to help her people break the deadlock as soon as possible, was suddenly spurred on.

His bloodshot eyes suddenly only had room for Zheng Tianhao; all other plans and ideas were thrown to the winds.

All they knew was to relentlessly pursue Zheng Tianhao, as if they wouldn't give up until they were both destroyed.

The entire Spirit Gourd Space was filled with battles; there was no peaceful place left.

Ding-ding-ding-ding!

A series of clanging sounds rang out as the rogue cultivators, having finally achieved a tacit understanding, launched a continuous barrage of attacks in coordination.

They were all defended flawlessly by the combined efforts of Ox-Head and Horse-Face.

The rogue cultivators, who had been launching a fierce attack for a long time, had to temporarily stop to catch their breath and regroup.

Many of them, such as Zhuo Liqun, are indeed exceptionally talented.

However, they were ultimately just independent cultivators.

There's still a significant gap between them and those specially trained by major sects.

Although these two ox-headed and horse-faced demons are not well-known, you can tell by their cultivation level and techniques.

There are definitely top-notch experts who tailored this specifically for them.

In particular, the spinning storm created by the two of them together was something neither of them could withstand.

Even with the aid of magical artifacts, it's useless; their attacks can shred both the cultivator and the artifact together.

Just now, a rogue cultivator took out a defensive magic item, wanting to buy time for the others.

In his view, even if his magic weapon couldn't stop the Ox-Head and Horse-Face demons, it could at least buy him some time.

When the others arrive, they can cooperate with each other and, even if they can't kill them, they can break the two-person teamwork.

As for the results...

Before anyone else could even react, the cultivator was torn to shreds by the swirling storm. Not even a speck of dust remained.

The others, if they hadn't been quick to react and retreated in advance...

Perhaps a few will also be lost.

After fighting for so long, Zhuo Liqun and his men had come to understand the true strength of the Ox-Head and Horse-Face.

If you take these two people individually, their strength is already far superior to theirs.

With their excellent teamwork, and the fact that their giant axe was a truly remarkable magical weapon, they were able to work together seamlessly.

When they cooperate, the strength they can unleash is greater than that of a dozen of them combined.

However, they are not without weaknesses.

Their most powerful move, a hurricane-like attack capable of tearing everything apart, is incredibly strong and indestructible, but it requires almost complete immobility during its execution, and even when movement is possible, it is extremely slow.

In other words, as long as you don't foolishly rush forward when those two guys use that move, there shouldn't be any problems.

Such a powerful move must consume a lot of energy.

Ox-Head and Horse-Face are rarely used unless the situation is particularly dangerous or when facing an attack.

After figuring out the two men's tactics, the battle became much easier for the rogue cultivators.

However, it was only slightly easier; there were no real changes.

These two guys work together so well that one or two people wouldn't be a match for them in a one-on-one fight.

Unfortunately, too many people won't work.

At first, they were able to cooperate and cover for each other.

But as time went on, their energy dwindled, and they could no longer even guarantee their own survival, let alone spare the time to help others.

Because he was too weak, Zhang Yunfan, who had been standing by without helping and only making things worse, was so anxious that he kept stamping his feet.

This situation of each fighting their own battles is clearly what Ox-Head and Horse-Face most want to see.

But even if he spoke, it would be useless, since he didn't have the prestige to give orders to these cultivators.

Moreover, even if he had enough prestige, it wouldn't matter.

No matter what, he couldn't let these rogue cultivators put themselves in danger to protect others.

Some people become independent cultivators not just because of their talent or aptitude, but because they are unwilling to suffer any harm in order to help others.

Just then, the bull-headed man suddenly swept his giant axe horizontally with astonishing speed. The axe was crackling with lightning, and its power was clearly immense.

The cultivator in front of him didn't have time to think and instinctively pulled back, dodging the attack.

However, to everyone's surprise, the bull-headed demon's target was not him at all, but another cultivator who was fighting the horse-faced demon.

The man's entire attention was focused on the horse-faced demon, and he never expected an attack from the other side.

If the other cultivator had not chosen to dodge but instead fought desperately, he might have noticed and been able to defend and dodge in advance.

But now...

Everyone could only watch helplessly as the giant axe, crackling with lightning, smashed the cultivator who couldn't dodge in time, turning him into a bloody pulp.

The rogue cultivators, already agitated by their unsuccessful battle, began to criticize the cultivator who had fled after witnessing this incident.

"How could you be so selfish? You dodged the attack without even saying anything?"

"That's right, even if you had helped block it, no one would have died."

The monk who was being criticized was no pushover either, and he retorted without hesitation.

"It's easy for you to talk when you're not the ones suffering. You were all just thinking about yourselves just now. How is my behavior any different from yours?"

"Besides, I didn't know that the bull's target wasn't me. His attack was extremely powerful, so of course I had to avoid his attacks first."

"I refuse to believe that if you were in my position, you wouldn't have made the same choice as me."

Faced with a formidable enemy, these people actually started arguing.

Zhuo Liqun raised his halberd and thrust it directly into the middle of the arguing group.

Although the attack from Wu Nian did not hit directly, the powerful martial intent silenced the group.

"Of course, if you want to die, I won't stop you. But if you don't want to die, it's best not to argue. Let's come up with a solution first."

The cultivator scoffed, "You were just coming down here and you're already busy, but now you're stepping forward to play the good guy. So tell me, how exactly are you going to resolve this?"

The two sides, who were originally indignant and arguing, instantly stood on the same side after hearing this person's words.

"You were the one who hid the furthest away just now, yet you have the nerve to criticize others."

"Fellow Daoist Zhuo fought against Ox-Head and Horse-Face the most. He had just retired at that time, how could he help? Shameless!"

"You!" The person who mocked Zhuo Liqun never expected that he would be attacked by a group of people after saying just one sentence, and he was so angry that his face turned red.

However, he had no way to refute it.

In order to preserve his strength, he did indeed stay close to the bull-headed and horse-faced demons, rarely rushing over to confront those two directly.

"Gentlemen, the overall situation is of utmost importance. We are all at a critical juncture of life and death. Put aside all other unimportant matters."

Although Zhuo Liqun calmed down a few people, he couldn't figure out how to deal with Ox-Head and Horse-Face for the time being.

These people have never cooperated before, and many of them are meeting each other for the first time today.

It's really a bit much to put them in a difficult position to deal with a combination like Ox-Head and Horse-Face right from the start, a team that has been training together for who knows how long and whose strength is even greater than ours.

If the problem of cooperation is not resolved, they will eventually be coerced by Ox-Head and Horse-Face.

Just then, a somewhat hesitant voice rang out: "Um... how about I handle one of the Ox-Head and Horse-Face demons? That should be enough to hold out for a while."

Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and discovered that it was Zhang Yunfan, the silly boy in the Qi Refining stage, who had spoken.

The others merely glanced at him before ignoring his suggestion and continuing their discussion.

"How about we warn each other before Ox-Head and Horse-Face make their move?"

"It's no use. Even if we remind them, their speed won't be very effective. In fact, the reminder might distract them and cause them to make a big mistake."

"How about we increase manpower and use two or three people to keep one in check... Okay, never mind what I said." Before the person who made the suggestion could finish speaking, they themselves realized that their idea was too absurd.

Too few people will not cooperate well and will only cause trouble for each other; too many people will just lead to everyone unleashing their ultimate attacks.

Their previous idea of ​​having one person finish fighting and then retreating, with another person taking their place, seemed like the best solution.

Others could only withstand one or two moves at most, and even Zhuo Liqun and Wei Siling could only withstand a dozen or so moves at most.

Therefore, even if there is a rotation system, there must be enough people; otherwise, the rotation simply cannot be completed.

Just when they were at their wits' end, Zhang Yunfan's voice rang out again: "Gentlemen, I really have a way to hold this guy off for a while."

Actually, there's one more thing Zhang Yunfan didn't say.

Because the senior in his sea of ​​consciousness had instructed him to directly eliminate one of them. (End of Chapter)