Longevity in Two Worlds: Double Pupils Are the Road to Invincibility

Chapter 256 Demons Join Forces

"We only have one more medicinal herb garden left on the map, just ahead."

"The rest of the places are not recorded as medicinal gardens on the map."

"Although a large part of the remaining area is still within the Yuan Dan region, the dangers are unknown. With what we have gained so far, there is no need to risk continuing after we have inspected the last herb garden."

"I suggest we leave the Menglan Ruins first and bring our spoils back to the airship."

After watching Shi Yi and the others finish collecting most of the spiritual materials in the herb garden, Lin Wenze spoke slowly.

They have gained a lot along the way, and now everyone has a lot of spiritual materials.

Overall, the trip was quite good, and it would be worthwhile even if we left the Menglan Ruins now!
Furthermore, this is also related to the fact that they do not have storage tools. When storing these precious spiritual materials, they need to be careful, as they already have quite a few things on them.

In this state, it is naturally not suitable to continue exploring other opportunities.

"I have no objection. Let's take our haul back first."

"If I want to come back then, I can travel light, which will be more convenient."

Qu Xiujie said with a smile.

He was very satisfied with what he gained from the trip.

Although he wanted more, he also knew that having too many things in his hands now would make it inconvenient to carry them around.

At this point, he really wanted a storage tool so that he could carry his belongings more easily without having to make another trip.

However, he was also well aware that not many people within the Taiyi Sect possessed storage tools.

After entering the Menglan Ruins, they made quite a few moves and reaped a great harvest. As long as they could still make so many gains, he didn't mind making more moves.

The opportunity they have now obtained is rare even within the Taiyi Dao Sect.

Qu Xiujie was well aware that their many gains were not only due to their strong Taoist cultivation, but also to the map they possessed.

Gu Qianqiu's advice naturally brought them a lot of convenience and saved them from taking many detours.

Without Gu Qianqiu's reminder, their trip probably wouldn't have gone so smoothly.

"Yes, we have too much stuff on us, and it's inconvenient to carry it all. Let's take it back first!"

Upon hearing this, Ji Peipei also spoke up repeatedly.

Carrying so many bags was inconvenient and hindered her movement, making her feel very uncomfortable.

Even if one could use the power of the Yin spirit to move objects, this would increase the consumption of the Yin spirit's power, making it unsuitable for continuous use.

They are still in the Menglan Ruins and need to maintain their condition. Naturally, they cannot consume too much Yin Spirit power, lest they lose their peak condition and potentially fall into danger.

Shi Yi and the others also agreed without objection.

Having come this far, the gains from the Menglan Ruins have been far greater than Shi Yi had anticipated.

On his way here, he had already left an anchor point in a relatively safe and secluded place within the Menglan Ruins.

He can leave quickly if he encounters danger.

Even after the Menglan Ruins are closed, he can still use this as a way to get in.

Shi Yi and the others continued on their way with their loot. The last place on the map was not far from them. The people from the Demon Slayer Division had not gone in that direction before, which was why they went to check it out again.

The opportunity is not far off; you can give it a try.

Beside the Earth Spirit Tree.

At this moment, the blood-red fruit on the Earth Spirit Tree became even more dazzling, emitting an extremely rich medicinal fragrance.

Some hidden spirits and monsters were also attracted, but they were not strong and were killed by the soldiers under the command of Marquis Zhao Qingcang.

The members of the Wusheng Sect and the Demonic Sect, who were hiding not far away, did not rush to make a move, but waited for the Earth Spirit Origin Sacred Fruit to ripen.

Once these rare and precious materials mature, they will inevitably attract even stronger spirits and demons, who will then clash with Zhao Qingcang's people. This will help them hold off some of these people, which is also a good thing for them.

Furthermore, both sides have designs on the Earth Spirit Origin Sacred Fruit, and the prerequisite for these designs is that the Earth Spirit Origin Sacred Fruit matures.

Otherwise, its value wouldn't be that great.

"Holy Maiden, have you set up your battle flags?"

The Demonic Sect Elder, Blood Fiend, suddenly spoke up and asked.

As he spoke, the sinister look on his face intensified!
They made numerous preparations to successfully eliminate Zhao Qingcang.

"Of course, the formation can be activated as soon as the time is right."

The Holy Maiden of No Life smiled and nodded.

The formation she prepared could be used not only against Zhao Qingcang, but also against others.

"The Reversal of Heaven and Earth Formation can change the world in a short time, affecting this area in front of us."

"If we can suppress Zhao Qingcang, and then join forces, Zhao Qingcang will have no chance to escape."

Blood Fiend said with extreme confidence.

This formation was prepared by both sides for Zhao Qingcang, and he also left some techniques on the formation flags in his hand.

Looking at the blood-red fruit on the Earth Spirit Tree, a hint of covetousness flickered in his eyes.

No cultivator would want to miss out on such a rare and precious treasure.

His gaze swept over the Holy Maiden of No Life, and he guessed that she must have other methods as well.

However, he was still very confident in his own plans.

Although the Saintess of No Birth was quite strong, he still considered her too young, and her cultivation in Daoist arts was forcibly increased, so she posed little threat to him.

Such people are also easier to exploit.

"This aura... the Earth Spirit Origin Saint Fruit is about to ripen!"

An even richer aura spread outwards, and even those who were some distance away could feel the power contained within it.

This force can arouse the body's instinctive desires, making one involuntarily want to get closer and obtain it.

"Boom boom boom!"

The dull sounds rose and fell.

At this moment, many spirits and monsters hidden all around approached.

Among them were also extremely powerful demonic beasts.

The ripe aura of the Earth Spirit Origin Fruit indeed attracted many powerful demonic beasts.

They approached from all directions.

"I'll activate the array around us first, otherwise these monsters might confront us first."

The Holy Maiden of No Birth quickly spoke up.

Then, with a slight thought, the array around them was activated!

A special barrier appeared, preventing the monsters from passing through directly.

The space they occupied wasn't large, so it didn't affect the normal passage of these monsters.

Meanwhile, under the Earth Spirit Tree, Zhao Qingcang and the others had already made their move to collect the Earth Spirit Sacred Fruit, but they were blocked by the spirits that appeared on the Earth Spirit Tree!

A crimson fox demon appeared on the Earth Spirit Tree, and as it opened its mouth, wisps of red mist surged around it.

Those soldiers who dared to approach were touched by the red mist and screamed in agony. Their bodies were corroded, and they soon collapsed to the ground without a sound.

The red mist contained a deadly poison, capable of killing instantly upon contact with blood; even martial arts practitioners would find it difficult to resist.

However, even though the martial arts master had reached the Innate Grandmaster level, he was still alive, despite his poor condition. His powerful martial arts cultivation allowed him to resist this highly poisonous substance.

Even so, it is basically impossible for Zhao Qingcang to obtain the Earth Spirit Origin Saint Fruit with the help of his soldiers; Zhao Qingcang himself will have to take action!
An even more powerful surge of blood energy erupted from Zhao Qingcang's body, causing the fox demons on the Earth Spirit Tree to be extremely wary.

The oppressive feeling brought by the peak cultivation of a martial arts grandmaster is incomparable to that of ordinary soldiers. Even in the presence of a master of innate cultivation, it is the same.

"You beast, you're asking for death."

Zhao Qingcang personally took action, wanting to end the battle quickly, because he had also noticed the situation around him.

The more demonic beasts that come, the more variables there will be in obtaining the Earth Spirit Origin Saint Fruit. It is best to obtain the Earth Spirit Origin Saint Fruit first, and then place it in a prepared container to isolate it from the strong medicinal fragrance. Without this fragrance, the demonic beasts will not continue to approach!
The human and the fox clashed, and both sides tacitly avoided fighting near the Earth Spirit Origin Sacred Fruit, though they remained quite close to each other.

Even if something unexpected happens, they can go to protect you immediately.

"The time is almost up!"

"We cannot give Zhao Qingcang the chance to subdue the fire fox."

After watching for a while, the Demonic Sect Elder Xue Sha suddenly smiled and said...

The two factions joined forces, but they never intended to use a fox demon to kill Zhao Qingcang.

Although the two sides seemed to be evenly matched at this moment, it was clear that Zhao Qingcang wanted to subdue the fire fox.

Monsters and spirits, if they can be subdued, can also be a great fighting force.

"Alright, let's activate the Reversal of Heaven and Earth Formation together."

Upon hearing this, the Holy Maiden of No Birth nodded.

The two then activated the array flags in their hands, thus activating the formation.

In an instant, everything within the array space was turned upside down.

Zhao Qingcang noticed these changes instantly, and his expression changed drastically.

"All soldiers, return and form ranks."

Zhao Qingcang roared, his voice reaching everyone's ears.

Instantly, the soldiers ignored the monsters in front of them and moved closer to Zhao Qingcang.

At the same time, Zhao Qingcang took out a warning device to let the surrounding court officials know that something had happened and to come to their aid.

"Let's join in too!"

"Quick victory."

Upon seeing this, the Demonic Sect Elder Xue Sha spoke.

"it is good."

The Holy Maiden of No Birth nodded.

Both groups instantly joined the battle.

"This is a warning and a request for assistance from the imperial court."

"Judging from this direction, it's deep within the Menglan Ruins. Could it be that the imperial court is exploring a new area?"

Gu Qianqiu frowned slightly upon seeing the court's warning.

Because the level of the emergency call for help has reached the highest level.

This time, the imperial court was led by Zhao Qingcang, and only Zhao Qingcang could issue such a high-level warning and request for assistance.

The three major forces have been exploring the Menglan Ruins together for many years and have been vying for power within the ruins for just as long, but they have not been able to issue such a warning and request for help very often.

When this happens, it usually indicates a great danger.

It could be either danger within the Menglan Ruins, or a power struggle between several major forces that has escalated to the point of full force.

Gu Qianqiu looked in the direction of the warning and distress call. He hadn't seen the Yunyin Sect's warning and distress call for a long time, and his brows furrowed even more!

The current situation may not be a problem with the Yunyin Sect.

"Send someone over there to investigate from a distance and see what's going on!"

After a moment's thought, Gu Qianqiu still arranged for someone to go and investigate.

It's not a problem if people from the three major factions die in the Menglan Ruins, but it is problematic if the leaders of the teams all die in the Menglan Ruins.

No matter who dies, the people behind the three major forces will take action, and the matter will naturally be significant.

This is also a tacit understanding among the three parties.

Therefore, even if the people on the imperial court were courting death by venturing deep into the Menglan Ruins in search of opportunities, he still needed to know the general situation so that he could report back to his sect.

"Yes, Elder Gu."

Upon hearing this, one of them quickly replied.

A Dharma image appeared beneath the person and then carried the person forward.

When investigating, speed is paramount. Furthermore, making a greater commotion serves to alert others to its presence and prevent them from interfering.

Just as this person's Dharma image is a great sun, it means that he is a member of the Taiyi School.

When fellow disciples meet, they must give way. If someone tries to stop them, then fellow disciples must step in to help.

"I hope it's not what I thought."

Gu Qianqiu watched the other party fly away quickly and shook his head slightly.

If the danger is only inside the Menglan Ruins, then it won't have much impact on him.

Zhao Qingcang brought this upon himself, so he might as well die; he wouldn't care too much.

However, if it is caused by external forces, then the situation is different.

It will be quite troublesome to deal with then, and he may even need to be careful whether this danger will affect the Taiyi Sect.

Recently, many things have happened within the Taiyi Sect, and too many forces are involved.

At this time, the Menglan Ruins opened, and he wouldn't be surprised if other forces infiltrated them.

Although the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance may not seem to have any experts stationed there, he knew very well that the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance had many experts. In terms of overall strength, the Taiyi Dao Sect was no match for the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance.

As far as he knew, the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance had a Thunder Tribulation Immortal expert in charge, as well as many martial arts masters.

If this force intervenes, things will become even more complicated!
Recently, there have been many conflicts between various forces within the Great Zhou Dynasty and the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance. Although it appears to be a conflict between local sects and the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance, Gu Qianqiu is well aware that the Great Zhou Dynasty has played a role in stirring things up.

The court of the Great Zhou Dynasty may seem to be doing nothing, but this is actually a deliberate act.

At this point, it would be perfectly normal for the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance to target Zhao Qingcang if they wanted to target the imperial court.

The Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance may have even bigger targets, including the Yun Yin Sect.

This is also why Gu Qianqiu felt somewhat uneasy.

As for forces like the Demonic Sect and the Unborn Sect, although they are somewhat troublesome, it hasn't come to that point yet.

These two major forces combined are not as strong as the Xuan Niao Merchant Alliance, and they would not put as much pressure on him.

"Continue attacking this formation and break it first."

Gu Qianqiu did not choose to go there, but instead chose to continue breaking the formation.

This place contains a collection of books, which may contain the legacy of the Menglan Sword Sect. This is one of the goals of his trip.

Although the Taiyi Dao Sect's lineage is not bad, it is only famous for its main cultivation methods of fire attributes, such as the Golden Crow and the Great Sun, and is not very strong in other aspects.

As for the Menglan Sword Sect, a sect from the Middle Ages, its inheritance naturally has its own unique aspects, especially in the inheritance of sword techniques, which is also very useful to the Taiyi Sect.

(End of this chapter)