In a secluded cave in the Southern Wilderness, the remnants of the "Dark Alliance" sat in a circle, preparing to cultivate the "Dark Sky-Splitting Technique." The Blood Blade Sect expert placed the ancient book in front of him, carefully studying the cultivation methods within. Then, he took a deep breath, circulated his spiritual energy, and attempted to activate the technique.
As he circulated his spiritual energy, the air inside the cave seemed to be stirred by an invisible force, and the evil aura grew increasingly intense. The Blood Blade Sect expert closed his eyes tightly, and beads of sweat gradually covered his forehead, showing that cultivating this technique was no easy task.
The elders and other members of the "Netherworld Palace" followed suit and began cultivating according to the instructions of the technique. In an instant, spiritual energy surged within the cave, and black mist swirled around them.
The tracking team from Lingxu Market was hidden not far from the cave entrance, closely monitoring the activity inside. The team leader observed the cultivation status of the "Dark Alliance" members through a special magical artifact. "They've already begun cultivating. This is an opportunity, but we must proceed with caution; the slightest mistake could alert them."
A swordsman asked in a low voice, "Captain, what should we do? Should we just rush in and disrupt their cultivation?"
After a moment of contemplation, the captain said, "No, the cave is too narrow, and they are numerous and on guard. We won't gain anything by rushing in. Let's look for an opportunity to disrupt their spiritual energy flow from the outside and cause them to become chaotic on their own."
At this moment, the cultivation of the "Dark Sky-Splitting Technique" entered a crucial stage. The Blood Blade Sect expert's body trembled slightly; he felt the spiritual energy within his body like a wild horse, rampaging through his meridians. This was a sign of spiritual energy backlash during the cultivation of the "Dark Sky-Splitting Technique," and if it could not be suppressed in time, it would cause serious damage to his meridians.
"Everyone, stabilize your spiritual energy and guide it according to the cultivation method. Don't panic!" the Blood Blade Sect expert said through gritted teeth.
The elders and other members of the "Netherworld Palace" also faced the predicament of spiritual backlash. Their faces were flushed as they struggled with the chaotic spiritual energy within their bodies.
The tracking team noticed something amiss with the members of the "Dark Alliance," and a glint flashed in the captain's eyes: "They seem to be in trouble. This is a good time for us to make our move."
One of the sword cultivators in the team took out a magical artifact—the "Spirit Disturbance Wind Chime." This artifact could emit special spiritual energy fluctuations that interfered with the spiritual energy circulation of others. The sword cultivator gently shook the wind chime, and a clear, crisp sound rang out, as invisible spiritual energy fluctuations spread into the cave.
Inside the cave, the members of the Dark Alliance were struggling to suppress the backlash of their spiritual energy when they suddenly sensed this external interference, making the situation even more critical. A Bloodblade Sect expert exclaimed in alarm, "Something's wrong! Someone's interfering with our cultivation! Everyone, don't be distracted, defend with all your might!"
However, the spiritual energy fluctuations of the "Spirit Disturbance Wind Chime" were extremely strange, constantly impacting their spiritual energy defenses. One of the disciples of the "Ten Thousand Poisons Sect" was the first to succumb, his spiritual energy spiraling out of control, spitting out a mouthful of blood, and collapsing to the ground.
Seeing this, the Bloodblade Sect expert was both furious and anxious. He knew that if the external interference wasn't dealt with now, everyone's efforts would be in vain. So, he endured the pain of the spiritual backlash, opened his eyes, and, wielding the "Ice Soul Frost Crystal Sword," rushed out of the cave.
"You want to disrupt our cultivation? You're courting death!" roared the Bloodblade Sect expert.
The tracking team was caught off guard by the sudden appearance of the Bloodblade Sect experts. The captain quickly shouted, "Form ranks! Prepare for battle!"
The sword cultivators swiftly formed a sword formation. The "Spirit Concealing Ice-Breaking Sword Formation" shone brightly, with sword energy flowing within it. The Blood Blade Sect expert, upon seeing the sword formation, felt a chill, but his obsession with revenge drove him to launch an attack without regard for anything else.
"Ice Soul Sky-Splitting Slash!" The Blood Blade Sect expert wielded the "Ice Soul Frost Crystal Sword," unleashing a massive ice-blue sword aura that slashed towards the sword formation. Wherever the sword aura passed, a deep trench was carved into the ground, and the surrounding trees were instantly frozen.
The sword formation flashed with light, desperately trying to block the attack. The sword energy collided with the sword formation, producing a deafening roar. Powerful spiritual energy fluctuations spread out, causing surrounding rocks to tumble down.
"Everyone stay calm, don't be intimidated by his aura!" the captain shouted. The sword cultivators gritted their teeth, channeling their spiritual power with all their might, making the sword formation as stable as a mountain.
The Bloodblade Sect expert, having failed in his first attack, grew even more enraged. He swung his sword again, unleashing several sword energies that pressed down on the sword formation like rows of ice walls.
The sword cultivators in the tracking team were fearless. They skillfully deflected the attacks of the Blood Blade Sect expert by employing various changes in their sword formations. One sword cultivator seized the opportunity and unleashed "Sword Piercing the Frost Abyss," sending a sword aura piercing through the ice wall and shooting towards the Blood Blade Sect expert.
The Bloodblade Sect expert dodged the sword energy with a sidestep. However, the sword energy struck the cave entrance, causing the rocks at the entrance to collapse and block the cave entrance.
"You!" The Bloodblade Sect expert was both shocked and furious. He knew that with the cave blocked, the people inside would not be able to receive his support, and their cultivation would likely fail.
Just as the Bloodblade Sect expert was distracted, the captain seized the opportunity and unleashed "Spiritual Assault," appearing behind the Bloodblade Sect expert like a ghost and thrusting his sword into his back.
Sensing the danger, the Bloodblade Sect expert quickly turned and blocked the sword strike with the "Ice Soul Frost Crystal Sword." "Hmph, you think you can stop me?"
The two sides engaged in a fierce battle, exchanging blows without yielding an inch. Inside the cave, the "Netherworld Palace" elders and other members faced an increasingly critical situation under the dual pressure of spiritual backlash and external interference.
"We can't give up like this, we must hold on!" the elder of the Netherworld Palace shouted. He forcibly circulated his spiritual power, trying to break through the predicament. However, the backlash from the spiritual power was too strong, and cracks began to appear on his body, with blood seeping from them.
Most of the other members were also seriously injured, and their cultivation had stalled. Just when they were feeling hopeless, a strange light suddenly flashed across the ancient book "Dark Sky Rift Technique." The light enveloped everyone and miraculously suppressed the backlash of spiritual energy.
"What's going on?" The elder of the Netherworld Palace was both surprised and delighted.
Amidst the light, a phantom figure slowly emerged. The figure appeared to be an ancient cultivator, who spoke: "This cultivation technique is extremely dangerous. Without special opportunities, forcibly cultivating it will only lead to self-destruction. Out of consideration for your connection with me, I will lend you a hand."
Having said that, the illusory figure injected a stream of spiritual energy into everyone's bodies. With the help of this spiritual energy, the members of the "Dark Alliance" finally stabilized the chaotic spiritual energy within their bodies, and their cultivation continued.
Outside the cave, the battle between the Bloodblade Sect experts and the tracking team continued. The Bloodblade Sect experts, relying on the power of their "Ice Soul Frost Crystal Sword," gradually gained the upper hand. Although the sword cultivators of the tracking team fought tenaciously, they all sustained injuries to varying degrees.
"Captain, at this rate we're no match for him. What should we do?" a swordsman asked anxiously.
The captain was also very anxious. He knew that if he could not stop the Blood Blade Sect experts from successfully cultivating the Dark Alliance's Dark Rift Technique, the Spirit Ruins Market would face a huge crisis.
Just then, a sword cultivator suddenly remembered the "Restriction-Breaking Talisman" equipped by Wanbaoge. "Captain, we can use the 'Restriction-Breaking Talisman,' maybe we can break through his defense."
Upon hearing this, the captain's eyes lit up: "Great, let's do it this way! Everyone, distract him, and I'll find an opportunity to use the 'Breaking the Restriction Talisman'."
The sword cultivators launched another attack, unleashing various sword techniques in an attempt to restrain the Blood Blade Sect expert. The Blood Blade Sect expert sneered, "A last-ditch effort!" He swung his sword, easily deflecting the sword cultivators' attacks.
Taking advantage of a lull in the fierce battle between the Bloodblade Sect experts and the sword cultivators, the captain secretly took out the "Breaking Restriction Talisman." He infused the talisman with spiritual power, causing it to shine brightly, and a powerful burst of spiritual energy shot towards the Bloodblade Sect experts.
The Bloodblade Sect expert sensed a powerful force approaching and was greatly alarmed. He tried to dodge, but the spiritual energy impact of the "Breaking Restriction Talisman" was extremely fast and struck him instantly.
"Ah!" The Bloodblade Sect expert screamed in agony as his body was sent flying several meters away. The "Ice Soul Frost Crystal Sword" also slipped from his hand and stuck in the ground beside him.
Seeing this, the tracking team quickly surrounded them. The captain picked up the "Ice Soul Frost Crystal Sword" and said to the Blood Blade Sect expert, "Your evil deeds end here!"
The Bloodblade Sect expert struggled to his feet, his eyes filled with resentment and hatred: "Don't be so smug, I won't let you get away with this!"
Just as the tracking team was about to subdue the Bloodblade Sect expert, a powerful surge of spiritual energy suddenly emanated from the cave. Immediately afterward, the cave entrance was blasted open by a powerful force, and the "Netherworld Palace" elder and other members emerged from the cave.
They exuded a powerful aura, clearly having successfully cultivated the "Dark Sky Rift Technique." "How dare you disrupt our cultivation! Today is your death day!" roared the elder of the "Netherworld Palace."
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