The Spirit Sword Sect elder's "Sky-Splitting Slash" collided with the Blood Shadow Sect Master's red sword energy, unleashing an energy surge that spread outwards like a raging torrent. In an instant, sand and stones flew, and the buildings surrounding the treasure vault collapsed one after another.

The Blood Shadow Sect Master was forced back several steps by the powerful impact, his expression slightly changing. However, the greed in his eyes did not diminish; instead, it grew even more frenzied. "You think this will stop me?" he roared, raising his longsword once more. The crimson spiritual energy around him intensified, as if it would dye everything around him blood-red.

The elite sword cultivators, led by the elders of the Spirit Sword Sect, swiftly formed a sword formation. The formation shone brightly, like a blazing sun illuminating the dark battlefield. The sword cultivators roared in unison, their sword energy weaving into an impenetrable net that enveloped the Blood Shadow Sect members.

Meanwhile, upon learning that the treasure vault was in dire need, disciples of the Wanbao Pavilion also dispatched a portion of their forces to provide support. They wielded even more powerful magical artifacts; the "Qiankun Gathering Spirit Tower" unleashed beams of multicolored spiritual energy, shooting towards the Blood Shadow Sect experts like sharp arrows; the "Chaotic Thunder Ball" exploded in mid-air, releasing chaotic lightning that raged outwards, throwing the Blood Shadow Sect experts into disarray.

The experts from the Linghe Chamber of Commerce were also busy. Taking advantage of the Blood Shadow Sect members being tied down, they quickly repaired the defensive array of the treasure vault. Streams of spiritual energy runes flew from their hands and merged into the array, stabilizing the spiritual energy barrier once again, making it even more resilient than before.

Outside the market, the Black Wind Stronghold bandits, under the continuous attacks of the Spirit Sword Sect sword cultivators and Wanbao Pavilion disciples, gradually showed signs of defeat. Their attacks became chaotic and disorganized, and their morale plummeted. Some bandits began to have second thoughts and secretly fled.

Seeing the situation gradually improve, the people of Lingxu Market also took up arms to help defend their homes. Although their cultivation levels were not high, they were united in their efforts to protect their community.

Seeing this, Lin Yang felt a surge of emotion. He knew that this battle was not only about protecting the spoils of the ruins, but also about safeguarding the dignity of the Spirit Ruins Market and everyone's home. "Hold on, everyone! Victory is just ahead!" he shouted, his voice echoing across the battlefield and boosting everyone's morale.

Seeing that his attack was proving ineffective, the Blood Shadow Sect Master grew increasingly anxious. He looked around and saw that his men had suffered heavy casualties under the counterattack of the crowd from the Spirit Ruins Market. The situation on the Black Wind Stronghold side also seemed dire. "This can't go on any longer; we must finish this quickly!" He gritted his teeth and decided to unleash his ultimate technique—the "Blood Demon Devouring Heaven Technique."

The Blood Shadow Sect Master's body blazed with crimson light, swelling and emanating a terrifying suction force that seemed to draw everything around him into his grasp. The Spirit Sword Sect elder sensed this powerful and malevolent force, his expression grave. He immediately commanded the sword cultivators to maximize the power of their sword formation, shouting, "Everyone, hold your ground! Don't let his suction affect you!"

The disciples of Wanbaoge also increased the output power of their magical artifacts, unleashing beams of multicolored spiritual energy and chaotic lightning like a storm towards the Blood Shadow Sect Master. However, the suction force of the "Blood Demon Devouring Heaven Technique" was too powerful, and many attacks were absorbed into it, which instead enhanced the Blood Shadow Sect Master's power.

Just as the situation was once again in dire straits, Lin Yang suddenly remembered an ancient book he had obtained from the ruins, which contained a method to counter evil cultivation techniques. He quickly circulated his spiritual power and, following the instructions in the book, unleashed a unique spiritual energy fluctuation. This fluctuation, like a clear spring, flowed into the battlefield, counteracting the evil power of the Blood Shadow Sect Master.

The Blood Shadow Sect Master felt a powerful resistance, and his "Blood Demon Devouring Heaven Technique" could no longer be used. "How is this possible!" His eyes widened, his heart filled with shock and resentment.

Taking advantage of the moment when the Blood Shadow Sect Master was distracted, the Spirit Sword Sect elder seized the opportunity and unleashed an even more powerful sword technique—"Sword Shattering Stars." A massive sword aura shot into the sky, seemingly capable of shattering stars. The sword aura, carrying world-destroying power, slashed towards the Blood Shadow Sect Master.

The Blood Shadow Sect Master tried to dodge, but he was restrained by Lin Yang's spiritual energy fluctuations and unable to move. The sword energy struck him instantly, and he let out a scream as his body was cleaved in two by the sword energy, his blood-red spiritual energy instantly dissipating.

Upon witnessing their sect leader's death, the other experts of the Blood Shadow Sect were thrown into chaos. Taking advantage of this, the people of the Spirit Ruins Market launched a full-scale counterattack, and the Blood Shadow Sect experts were routed.

Outside the market, the Black Wind Stronghold bandits, seeing the Blood Shadow Sect's defeat, knew their cause was lost and had no will to fight further, scattering in all directions. The sword cultivators and disciples of the Spirit Ruins Market pursued their victory, routing the Black Wind Stronghold bandits.

Upon learning of the defeats of the Blood Shadow Sect and Black Wind Stronghold, the Poison Scorpion Sect was so frightened that it immediately withdrew to its own territory and dared not have any further ambitions toward the Spirit Ruins Market.

The fierce battle finally ended in victory for the Lingxu Market. The people of Lingxu Market cheered with joy, having successfully protected their home and the opportunities they had gained from the ruins.

Following this battle, the Lingxu Market's prestige in the cultivation world reached unprecedented heights. Cooperation among various forces also became closer, as they deeply understood that only through unity could they overcome the various challenges of the cultivation world. Lin Yang, in turn, became the undisputed leader of the Lingxu Market, leading everyone towards an even more glorious future.