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Chapter 143 The Deadly Pill: A Lifeline from the Brink of Death! (Bonus Chapter for Highly Recommended Reading!)

"A protective treasure?"

Even Chen Xiaoyi, who had already advanced to the Tongyin Realm, paused slightly.

He originally thought he could kill Xu Ning in one blow, but he failed unexpectedly.

Xu Ning seized the opportunity and fled.

"Chen Xiaoyi has actually advanced to the Tongyin Realm! He obtained his opportunity in the secret realm!"

Xu Ning also realized what was happening.

Before entering the secret realm, Zhuo Zongyi said that Chen Xiaoyi had reached the peak of the sixth level of the Void Realm, and was the closest true disciple to the Tongyin Realm, apart from He Mingye and Fang Jie.

"This is troublesome!"

Xu Ning had always been cautious in his actions and never fought a battle he wasn't sure he could win.

Every move he makes is a sure thing.

Now, with the formidable enemy Chen Xiaoyi at hand, Xu Ning felt an immense sense of powerlessness for the first time.

Although he had studied the dual-attribute secret manual and mastered four fifth-level secret techniques, the gap between the Transformation Realm and the Seal Realm was simply too great.

The Tongyin Realm is the biggest watershed in the Void Realm. After breaking through, one becomes a top-tier existence in a province. Even if one leaves to establish their own sect, they can become a regional overlord.

Faced with Chen Xiaoyi like this, Xu Ning felt that he was in a perilous situation with a huge crisis.

"As expected of the sect leader's disciple, even as a nominal one, he still received such a protective treasure!"

Chen Xiaoyi missed his target, but he wasn't angry.

Although protective treasures are powerful, they can only be used a limited number of times.

However, his strength at the Tongyin Realm could be used without limit.

Even if Xu Ning takes a few more steps to catch up with him, it's still like a cat playing with a mouse.

"Senior Brother Chen, you've actually advanced to the Tongyin Realm!"

At this moment, the protective barrier on Bao Ruyuan's body had disappeared, and he looked at Chen Xiaoyi with shock and envy.

"After entering the secret realm, an opportunity arises."

Chen Xiaoyi watched Xu Ning flee, but was in no hurry to give chase. He smiled broadly, clearly satisfied with the opportunity he had just had.

Congratulations, Senior Brother Chen!

Bao Ruyuan quickly said, "You have become the first true disciple to reach the Tongyin Realm after Senior Brother Fang Jie and He Mingye!"

"Senior Brother Chen, I just ran into Jie Wenyue and discovered she obtained a Thunder-attribute Dao weapon!"

Bao Ruyuan quickly said, "I immediately thought of you, Senior Brother, so I asked her for it, but she wouldn't give me face. So I had no choice but to take action against her, intending to retrieve the lightning-attribute Dao weapon and give it to you, Senior Brother."

"I was almost able to capture that soldier, but Xu Ning suddenly appeared out of nowhere and blocked my way. How hateful!"

This was certainly not Bao Ruyuan's original intention.

Previously, Bao Ruyuan was at the fifth level of the Void Realm, the Transformation Realm, while Chen Xiaoyi was at the sixth level of the Void Realm, the Form Realm. The two were only one realm apart.

Moreover, Bao Ruyuan's master, Gu Juan, is incredibly powerful and has the support of the previous elder within the sect, making him a higher-ranking figure than Chen Xiaoyi's master.

Therefore, when the two of them were together, they were considered equals.

However, now that Chen Xiaoyi has crossed the Void Realm watershed and achieved the Tongyin Realm, the gap between the two has widened instantly.

Originally, the two only planned to join forces, but given the current situation, Bao Ruyuan decided to become Chen Xiaoyi's subordinate in this secret realm.

"A Thunder-attribute Taoist soldier?!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiaoyi indeed showed a surprised expression.

Even though he had previously received a precious opportunity, Chen Xiaoyi was still intensely moved upon hearing the name of Dao Bing.

"good!"

Bao Ruyuan fanned the flames: "A Dao Weapon like this should belong to Senior Brother Chen! Even if it's a lightning-attribute Dao Weapon, you can still use it after it's replaced with an earth-attribute one. At that time, with the help of the Dao Weapon, your strength and status will be no weaker than Senior Brother Fang Jie and He Mingye. In fact, you might even surpass He Mingye and become a candidate for sect leader!"

Bao Ruyuan's words made Chen Xiaoyi's head spin.

If he were to obtain the lightning-attribute Dao weapon and then exchange it for an earth-attribute Dao weapon, he might actually be able to challenge He Mingye and Fang Jie.

"What about Jie Wenyue?"

Chen Xiaoyi quickly asked.

Previously, Chen Xiaoyi was somewhat carefree, but now he was completely serious.

"It's just ahead, in the direction Xu Ning fled!"

Bao Ruyuan quickly gave directions.

"good!"

Chen Xiaoyi instantly transformed into a blur, giving chase: "This Dao soldier, I'm determined to have him!"

Seeing this, Bao Ruyuan also desperately chased after him.

"They've caught up!"

Xu Ning sensed Chen Xiaoyi getting closer and closer.

"Xu Ning, what's wrong?"

At this moment, Xu Ning had returned to Xie Wenyue's side. Seeing Xu Ning's serious expression, Xie Wenyue quickly asked.

"Walk!"

Xu Ning grabbed Xie Wenyue and continued to flee.

Although he brought an extra person, with Xu Ning's current strength and speed, Jie Wenyue's increased weight did not affect his speed at all; otherwise, Xu Ning would not have brought her along.

"Bao Ruyuan has joined forces with Chen Xiaoyi, and Chen Xiaoyi has already advanced to the Tongyin Realm!"

After Xu Ning finished explaining, Xie Wenyue was instantly shocked.

An enemy from the Tongyin Realm?!

This is terrifying.

"Xu Ning, put me down!"

Xie Wenyue gritted her teeth: "You risked your life for me in the first place, it's not worth it for you to risk it all for me now!"

"Senior Sister Jie, you're thinking too simply. Even if I abandon you, they won't let me go. I have evidence of their cruelty towards their fellow disciples, and they will definitely do everything in their power to kill me."

Xu Ning's tone was also tinged with bitterness and helplessness.

At this point, they were truly in dire straits.

"It's all my fault."

Jie Wenyue looked ashamed.

Last time, Xu Ning saved her but was injured. This time, the scene is repeating itself, and Xu Ning may even have to pay a heavier price.

"I can hear water!"

Suddenly, Xu Ning heard a gurgling sound from ahead in the wilderness: "A river?"

Xu Ning and Xie Wenyue realized this at the same time.

They were already outrun, and now there's a river blocking their way.

The two are now facing obstacles ahead and pursuers behind.

"I see them!"

It was at this moment that Chen Xiaoyi and Bao Ruyuan caught up.

"As expected, they are Dao soldiers!"

Chen Xiaoyi looked closely and discovered the lightning-attribute Dao soldier in Jie Wenyue's hand.

He has advanced to the Tongyin Realm and has a very keen sense of the Dao marks carved on the Dao weapons.

"Put down your Taoist soldiers, and we'll spare your corpses!"

Chen Xiaoyi's tone was very cheerful and arrogant.

In his view, the Dao soldiers in Xie Wenyue's hands were already Chen Xiaoyi's for the taking.

"Xu Ning, Xie Wenyue, you can't escape this time..."

Bao Ruyuan followed, his eyes gleaming with sullenness and filled with glee.

"Xu Ning, I'm so sorry to have dragged you into this!"

Just as they were about to reach the riverbank, Xie Wenyue's desperate eyes were instantly filled with madness.

She reached into her waist and pulled out a brown pill the size of a grape.

Without any hesitation, Xie Wenyue swallowed the brown pill.

Xu Ning also noticed and understood Wen Yue's actions.

He didn't recognize the brown pill, but he could sense the determination and madness in Wen Yue.

"Senior Sister Jie, what kind of pill did you just swallow?"

Xu Ning asked.

Instead of answering Xu Ning's question, Xie Wenyue struck Xu Ning's wrist with a backhand.

Xu Ning, relieved by the blow, immediately put Xie Wenyue down.

"It seems to be a elixir that unlocks potential!"

After Jie Wenyue swallowed the pill, Xu Ning noticed that her previously weakened body and depleted true energy were instantly replenished.

"Xu Ning, run!"

Without turning her head, Xie Wenyue said firmly, "I'll cover their retreat!"

Jie Wenyue knew very well that what followed would be her strongest move ever.

The pill I just swallowed was called the Reverse Origin Pill, also known as the Desperate Situation Pill!

When trapped in a desperate situation, consuming the Desperate Pill can instantly restore the body to its peak condition, but the price to pay is falling into the Void Realm!

Once Jie Wenyue consumes the Desperate Pill, she will fall from the fifth level of the Void Realm, the Transformation Realm, to the ninth level of the Mortal Realm, the Inspiration Realm.

For a disciple of a prestigious sect who is admired by many and possesses exceptional talent, such a drop in cultivation level is even more painful than being killed.

In addition to falling in cultivation level, Jie Wenyue's martial arts foundation will also be damaged. If he wants to advance to the Void Realm again, the difficulty will be ten times greater than before!

When Bao Ruyuan first started chasing her, the wind blades were already in front of her when Jie Wenyue had already gripped the Desperate Pill tightly in her hand.

Even then, she wasn't entirely resolute enough to bear the consequences.

However, seeing that Xu Ning was about to die for her, Xie Wenyue finally stopped hesitating and took out the Desperate Pill to swallow it.

She couldn't bear to watch the person who had saved her twice end up dying because of her.

"drink!"

Jie Wenyue's body experienced a violent surge of lightning-type energy.

She was disregarding the consequences and was determined to exhaust all her strength and inner energy.

Lightning rapidly condensed in Jie Wenyue's hand.

She held the Daoist longbow in her hand, and the electric arcs on her hand were quickly pulled away by the Daoist longbow.

The strength and true energy that had just been restored rapidly dissipated once again.

puff.

Xie Wenyue spat out a mouthful of blood; she had exhausted herself.

Then, Xie Wenyue's face turned pale, and her lips became bloodless.

The lightning-attribute energy within her body also dissipated in an instant.

Jie Wenyue's level of skill has begun to decline.

"Senior Sister Jie!"

Xu Ning also noticed this.

"Walk!"

Jie Wenyue's voice was shrill.

At this moment, a complex purple pattern appeared on the bow of the Thunder Elemental Soldier Longbow.

This didn't happen when Jie Wenyue drew the bow before.

The reason for this change is that the infused true energy and attribute power are sufficient, further stimulating the power of the Dao soldier.

bass!

It was formed from a deep purple lightning arrow.

Electric arcs crackled and popped across the arrow.

"Is this the power of the Dao soldiers?!"

Chen Xiaoyi, who was at the Tongyin Realm in the distance, sensed a threatening aura emanating from the arrow.

However, Chen Xiaoyi was not alarmed at all; on the contrary, he was even more excited.

Although Xie Wenyue's ultimate arrow posed a threat to him, it was not fatal.

On the contrary, the stronger the Dao weapon, the greater his gains.

"Senior Brother Chen, watch out for that arrow!"

Bao Ruyuan quickly reminded him.

His strength was much weaker than Chen Xiaoyi's, and Bao Ruyuan felt trembling all over when faced with Xie Wenyue's terrifying arrow.

Bao Ruyuan knew very well that if this arrow hit him, he would have no hope of survival.

"Senior Sister Jie..."

At this moment, Xu Ning stared at Xie Wenyue's retreating figure, gritting his teeth.

Although he was in danger because he was saving Xie Wenyue, Xu Ning was deeply moved by Xie Wenyue's willingness to risk her life to save him.

Xu Ning stopped looking at Xie Wenyue. He knew he couldn't waste the opportunity Xie Wenyue had fought for him.

Xu Ning instantly arrived at the riverbank, ready to cross immediately.

However, just as Xu Ning gathered his true energy and prepared to step onto the river, a terrifying aura immediately filled him with panic.

He lowered his head and stared at the river.

The river surface was completely black, and even with my eyesight, I couldn't see half a meter of depth underwater.

The river surface was calm, but Xu Ning knew very well that there were terrifying creatures living beneath the river, and there was more than one!

The terrifying creatures in the river showed no signs of abating; you could sense them as soon as you touched the surface.

Their auras were even stronger than Chen Xiaoyi's!

Realizing this, Xu Ning immediately withdrew his foot.

Such a risky crossing of the river would certainly be a matter of life and death.

Xu Ning turned back to look at Xie Wenyue again.

At this moment, Xie Wenyue had already drawn her bow.

Whoosh!

This arrow, imbued with all of Xie Wenyue's power, flew towards Chen Xiaoyi.

The lightning arrow, like a giant lightning python, carrying terrifying destructive power, shot towards Chen Xiaoyi.

"So fast!"

Chen Xiaoyi's expression finally changed.

He tried to dodge, but the lightning arrows were too fast.

So Chen Xiaoyi threw another punch, creating a large earth-elemental fist imprint covered with countless dark yellow patterns.

Stab it!

Jie Wenyue's arrow clashed with the giant fist imprint, piercing it directly.

"What?"

Chen Xiaoyi's pupils contracted as he was surrounded by layers of yellow soil.

puff!

The lightning arrow first pierced through Chen Xiaoyi's fist, and then through his shoulder.

"what!"

Chen Xiaoyi cried out in pain.

His fist was almost completely gone, and a large bloody hole appeared in his chest.

"Xu Ning..."

After Xie Wenyue fired the arrow, she felt her consciousness sinking.

Originally, consuming the Desperate Pill had unleashed all of Jie Wenyue's potential, and she had completely drained it, pushing her body to its limit.

She turned her head with difficulty, trying to see if Xu Ning had already run far away.

However, to Jie Wenyue's surprise, Xu Ning actually turned back!

And not only did he turn around, he ran towards him!

Jie Wenyue tried to shout to stop them, but she couldn't utter a word.

Her body went limp, and she lost consciousness completely.

"Jie Wenyue! I will grind you to dust!"

Having suffered a heavy blow, Chen Xiaoyi had lost his former elegant demeanor.

Ignoring his injuries, he charged towards Xie Wenyue.

At this moment, Xu Ning had already picked up Xie Wenyue, his eyes filled with determination.

With terrifying creatures in front and pursuers from the Tongyin Realm behind, Xu Ning knew he had no way out.

"Put yourself in a do-or-die situation and you'll survive! Give it your all!"

Xu Ning, his eyes bloodshot, grabbed Xie Wenyue and rushed straight towards the river.

Since staying behind would mean certain death, and crossing the river would be a matter of life and death, then I will take the initiative to go into danger and fight danger with danger!

"How much further can you run?!"

Chen Xiaoyi's killing intent was palpable.

With his uninjured hand, he swung it around, and another huge fist came flying.

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