Summoning the Gods: Start by creating the Eternal Night.

The powerful land-based immortals from various factions all sensed this sharp aura.

Although it was only for a moment, it stirred something in their hearts.

"Such powerful sword energy... Who made this move?"

"Judging by the direction, it seems to be heading towards Qingzhou..."

Although everyone was surprised and suspicious, they did not investigate further because the sword energy was fleeting and difficult to pinpoint its exact location.

Only deep within the Xuanming Sect could a sinister laugh echo.

The Ancestor Xuanming stroked the skull in his hand.

Sensing that familiar sword energy, a hint of amusement flashed in his eyes:

"Hehehe... This sword energy, it's definitely that old bastard from the Qingyun Sect."

"Looks like he's run into trouble?"

"Since I've got nothing else to do, I might as well go and join in the fun. Maybe I can pull off a scam against that old bastard Jian Xiaotian."

After saying that, he blurred into a wisp of black smoke and sped off towards the Qingyun Sect.

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On the plaza of Qingyun Sect.

Hundreds of disciples and elders gathered, their hearts filled with unease.

"Have you heard? Yongyetian has surrounded our sect!"

"Oh my god, what if they break in?"

"I've heard that everyone in the Eternal Night Heaven is a ruthless killer!"

"The junior brother guarding the mountain gate said that all the spies sent out are dead..."

"What are you afraid of? We have all the elders and the sect leader here."

Furthermore, the patriarch has already emerged from seclusion, and there's also a protective mountain formation. Surely it can't stop a bunch of chickens and dogs?

"Exactly! My Qingyun Sect has a thousand-year-old heritage; how could they possibly shake it?"

Amid the discussions, some were fearful, some were defiant, and many more were bewildered.

At this moment, Xuanxiaozi appeared on the high platform with a solemn expression and shouted:

"quiet!"

The square fell silent instantly, and all eyes were on him.

Xuanxiaozi took a deep breath and said in a deep voice:

"As you all have probably heard, the Eternal Night Heaven's army has already reached the foot of the mountain."

All of our sect's outlying strongholds and cultivators have perished!

A collective gasp rippled through the crowd.

"We've gathered everyone here today to prepare for battle!"

"This matter concerns the very survival of the Qingyun Sect. I urge you all to unite as one and fight against the foreign enemy!"

"Join forces against the Eternal Night! Protect our Qingyun Sect!"

Several elders took the lead in shouting, attempting to boost morale.

"Join forces against the Eternal Night! Protect our Qingyun Sect!"

Some disciples were infected and joined in the shouting, but their voices betrayed an undisguised panic.

Just at this time,

"Buzz—"

The entire Qingyun Sect suddenly trembled, and the light screen of the mountain-protecting array flickered violently, emitting a hum that could not bear the strain.

"Oh no! They've started their attack!"

Xuanxiaozi's expression changed drastically.

"Quick! Strengthen the barrier with me!"

However, before they could take action,

A crisp "snap" sounded.

The light barrier of the mountain-protecting formation shattered like broken glass in an instant!

A wild, arrogant laugh echoed from outside, reverberating throughout the entire square:

"Hahahaha! You think this shabby formation can stop my Eternal Night Heaven? You truly don't know what's good for you!"

Immediately afterwards, more than a dozen figures soared into the air and hovered above the plaza.

Leading the group were none other than Yuan Tiangang, Yan Guiren, Yan Shisan, and Li Xunhuan, the six masters of the Eternal Night Heaven!

Yuan Tiangang and his three companions exuded an aura of cultivation, like four towering mountains, making the Qingyun Sect disciples below feel suffocated.

The previous shouts vanished, leaving only terror.

"Eternal Night!"

Xuanxiaozi was both shocked and furious, but he forced himself to remain calm and pointed at the group, shouting angrily.

"You've gone too far! Previously, in the Fallen Immortal Secret Realm..."

"We have already let go of the matter of killing our sect's three elders and over fifty disciples."

"Why are you now destroying all of my sect's outposts and cultivators without cause!"

"Now they've come to our doorstep and besiege my Qingyun Sect?"

Yuan Tiangang sneered, his gaze sweeping across the entire room:

"Heh! You should ask your ancestors that!"

"If it weren't for his audacity in daring to attempt to harm Yongye Tian,

Why would we pay any attention to your Qingyun Sect, let alone come knocking on your door?

"What? Ancestor?"

Xuanxiaozi was taken aback, then shook his head.

"Impossible! Our patriarch has been in seclusion for years and has never left the Qingyun Sect. How could he possibly plot against you?"

"Stop defaming me!"

Yuan Tiangang's eyes turned cold, and he pointed towards the mountain peak.

"Whether it's defamation or not, you'll know if you ask him!"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than a violent tremor resounded from the summit of Qingyun Mountain.

"Boom!"

A figure soared into the sky and landed above the plaza; it was Jian Xiaotian.

He stared at Yuan Tiangang, his eyes blazing with murderous intent.

"Young man, it seems you were the one undergoing tribulation that day!"

"I have been acting discreetly, but I didn't expect you to still find out."

"But do you really think that you, a newly ascended terrestrial immortal, and a few Celestial Realm cultivators, can do anything to me?"

A smile appeared on Yuan Tiangang's lips:

"Old man! I'm not your opponent."

Having said that, he and Yan Guiren and the others cupped their hands in a respectful gesture and looked towards the void behind them:

"Please welcome Lord Nan Yu!"

"Sizzle—"

The void tore open, and a solitary figure slowly emerged—it was Dugu Qiubai.

He stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze fixed on Jian Xiaotian, his tone calm yet carrying a domineering air:

"Your opponent is me."

Jian Xiaotian's pupils contracted slightly.

"You were the one protecting him that day, weren't you? And it was you who noticed my methods?"

Dugu Qiubai narrowed his eyes slightly.

"Enough talk, let's see what we've got."

"Let me see which sword is superior, yours or mine!"

Jian Xiaotian knew there was no way out today; things could not be resolved peacefully. The only option was to fight to the death!

"Then let me show you the supreme swordsmanship of my Qingyun Sect!"

"A Battle in the Void!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he transformed into a streak of light and shot straight into the sky.

Dugu Qiubai looked at Yang Guo behind Yuan Tiangang and the others.

"Sword, come!"

As if summoned, the Xuan Tie Heavy Sword in Yang Guo's hand flew directly from his grasp toward Dugu Qiubai.

"Whoosh—!"

In an instant, it flew to Dugu Qiubai's side, and the sword emitted a "humming" sound.

Dugu Qiubai reached out and grasped the Xuan Tie Heavy Sword.

"Old friend, let's fight one last time today!"

With a swift movement, he followed closely behind Jian Xiaotian.

A moment later,

"Boom—!"

Two figures engaged in a fierce battle high in the void.

Sword energy crisscrossed, tearing through the clouds, each collision unleashing a deafening roar.

Ripples spread through the void, leaving the crowd below dumbfounded.

On the plaza, Yuan Tiangang withdrew his gaze and looked down at the Qingyun Sect members below, his voice icy:

"You scoundrels, step forward!"

As soon as he finished speaking, several figures emerged from among the disciples and elders of the Qingyun Sect and flew straight toward Yuan Tiangang and the others.

Among them were several inner disciples and two outer sect elders.

There was even an inner sect elder—the Eleventh Elder!

"Your subordinate greets the Bad Commander!"

The group bowed in unison.

"What?!"

The Qingyun Sect members were completely stunned, staring at those familiar figures with disbelief.

"Senior Brother Wang? You...you're from Eternal Night Heaven?"

"Elder Li! You're a traitor!"

Shock, anger, disdain, fear... all sorts of gazes fell upon those few people.

Xuanxiaozi was so angry that he trembled all over, pointing at the eleventh elder:

"You...you traitor! My Qingyun Sect has treated you well, why did you betray the sect?!"

The eleventh elder sneered:

"Traitor? Sect Master is joking."

"I've always been a bad person. How can you call me a traitor?"

Yuan Tiangang looked at the group and said in a calm tone:

"The Qingyun Sect no longer exists. You no longer need to hide. Retreat outside the Qingyun Sect!"

"yes!"

After saying this, the Eleventh Elder led the others and flew towards the outside of the Qingyun Sect, without any lingering attachment.

Xuanxiaozi watched the departing figures of the group.

He glanced at Yan Guiren and his men, who were watching him menacingly from above, and felt a chill run through him.

He then realized that the Qingyun Sect had been thoroughly infiltrated by the Yongye Heaven!

At present, the only ones the Qingyun Sect can fight are...

Only he, at the peak of the Celestial Realm, and Vice Sect Master Yun He, at the late stage of the Celestial Realm, were present.

And several elders at the Nirvana Realm.

On the other hand, Yongye Tian already knew from the ancestor's words that...

Yuan Tiangang was a terrestrial immortal, while the other three were no weaker than him...

The difference in strength is obvious!

A sense of despair rose in Xuanxiaozi's heart, and he couldn't help but mentally rant:

"Ancestor, you old baby! Why did you have to provoke Yongye Tian for no reason?"

"Now look what's happened! You've ruined the entire Qingyun Sect!"

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