"I didn't expect that even after breaking through to the Ninth Tribulation Realm, this magical energy channel would still be so difficult to break through."
The middle-aged man in the purple dragon robe did not look relaxed.
He originally thought that with his cultivation at the ninth level of the primordial spirit realm, he would be able to break through this magical power test passage with ease.
However, reality was not as simple as he had imagined.
This magical passage was much more difficult to navigate than he had imagined.
Because it tests not only the strength of one's magical power, but also the quality and control of that power.
In particular, the ability to control one's own magical power is precisely what the middle-aged man in the purple dragon robe is relatively lacking in.
After all, he had only recently broken through to the next level and lacked enough time to hone his skills and perfectly control his magical power.
This also meant that he didn't pass the first few levels as quickly as he had expected.
"I wonder which stage the other test-takers have reached."
The middle-aged man in the purple dragon robe had a gloomy expression, and then his figure disappeared, entering the fourth level.
"Finally, we've entered the fourth level."
Just as the middle-aged man in the purple dragon robe broke through the barrier.
In the fourth stage of the Soul Test Passage, a graceful figure suddenly appeared.
It was none other than the Peach Fairy of the Enchanting Fairy Pavilion.
However, at this moment, Fairy Peach's face was a little pale.
Clearly, getting through the third hurdle wasn't easy for her.
Upon entering the fourth level and finding no one around, Fairy Peach took out a pill, swallowed it, and began to circulate her internal energy to recover.
With the help of the medicine, it wasn't long before her spirit was fully restored, and she regained her radiant appearance.
"I thought that with the sect's secret techniques and my innate talent for the soul that is stronger than ordinary people, I could pass the test of this soul passage relatively easily. It seems that I was too naive."
After regaining her composure, Fairy Peach revealed a complicated expression.
Recalling her experience in the third trial, she realized that she had underestimated the test of this soul passage.
No wonder the ancestors solemnly warned them, their descendants, in the records they left behind that they must not venture into this passage unless they had tempered their souls to an extremely high level.
"I don't know which stage the others have reached. According to the last words left by the patriarch, it is possible to encounter other people in the fifth stage, so we must be very careful."
Peach Fairy felt somewhat heavy-hearted.
She felt that she was progressing too slowly, and she didn't know the progress of her other opponents.
If someone else gets ahead of her and ambushes her in the fifth level, like those self-proclaimed righteous guys, it will definitely be detrimental to her.
Especially that bitch Qingxi, I bet he'd love to kill her right now.
Therefore, Fairy Peach knew that she had to pass this level quickly and enter the fifth level as soon as possible.
If she can be the first to enter the fifth level, that would be her biggest advantage.
"It seems we'll have to resort to some of our hidden resources."
With a pang of heartache, Fairy Peach took out a jade bottle, hesitated for a moment, and finally resolutely took out the pills inside and swallowed them.
Soon, as the medicine took effect, her spiritual power also began to rise steadily.
Then, she began to look toward the fourth challenge.
"Is this the fifth level? This is interesting."
Within the physical passage, the imposing figure of Demon Slaughter Mountain appeared in the fifth level.
He looked around at the space he was in and noticed that there were seven more teleportation arrays. An interesting look immediately appeared in his eyes.
"According to the records left by the founder, after reaching the fifth level, I can fight against the trial participants from other passages. Should I go and have some fun with them?"
After thinking for a moment, Mo Tu Shan finally made a decision: "Let's do it this way, otherwise it's quite boring to just keep going through the levels in this monotonous way."
After saying that, he took a step forward, walked onto one of the teleportation arrays, and disappeared.
"Finally, I've cleared the level."
After spending three whole days on the fourth level, Peach Fairy finally succeeded in clearing it.
As the beam of light appeared and enveloped her, a look of joy appeared on her face.
At the same time, they also found the trials of the Celestial Palace difficult.
Even after using a Blood God Pill, it would still take her three days to break through the fourth level.
Then the later levels will be even more difficult, and I don't know if I have enough resources left to make it to the end.
"I wonder if anyone has reached level 5 before me."
Peach Fairy's face showed a wary expression.
As the beam of light disappeared, her figure vanished from the fourth level.
When her vision cleared again, before she could even register her surroundings, she suddenly became wary.
Without a second thought, Fairy Peach immediately activated her protective magic treasure, and the red ribbon on her shoulder flew up, completely surrounding her.
To her surprise, the ambush she had anticipated did not occur; instead, a rough voice rang out.
"As expected, I guessed right. Fairy, you are taking the Soul Test Passage."
"It's you!"
When Peach Fairy saw that tall and imposing figure, she felt a little more at ease.
She revealed a seductive smile and said in a sweet voice, "So it's Senior Brother Tu Shan. Why did you scare me like that?"
However, she did not remove the magic weapon, and her heart was filled with even more dread.
This Demon Mountain Slaughter truly deserves to be one of the most outstanding disciples of the Black and White Sect in this generation.
She was able to utilize her hidden strength and break through the barrier even earlier.
"It was my fault, and I apologize to you, Fairy."
Demon Slaughter Mountain grinned at Fairy Peach: "However, the reason I've been waiting for you here is to ask if our agreement from that day is still valid?"
"Of course it's effective. I'm overjoyed to have such a powerful backer like you protecting me," Peach Fairy said with a charming smile. "But Tu Shan, could you tell me how long you've been in this fifth level?"
"It's only a few days earlier than yours," said Mo Tushan.
Upon hearing this, Fairy Peach was immediately startled.
She thought the other person would break through the barrier a day or two earlier than her at most, but she didn't expect that they would break through several days earlier.
She remembered that the path chosen by Demon Slaughter Mountain was the path of physical testing.
To be able to enter the fifth level so quickly, it's hard to imagine just how much their physical body has been tempered.
This true disciple of the Black and White Sect was far more powerful than she had imagined.
"Senior Brother Tu Shan's cultivation is profound; I admire him greatly."
The Peach Fairy's face showed an expression of admiration.
"It's nothing, the first few levels of this trial passage aren't actually that difficult," Mo Tu Shan said calmly. "Fairy, since you still remember our agreement, would you be interested in doing something important with me?"
"What important matter?" Fairy Peach asked calmly.
"I'd like to challenge Yu Jian to a duel. Would you be interested in coming with me?"
"Senior Brother Tu Shan wants to compete with Yu Jian?" Fairy Tao was first surprised, then a troubled look appeared on her face. "Your cultivation is unfathomable, far surpassing your peers. What merit do I have to help you?"
"You're too modest, Fairy. The techniques of the Enchanting Fairy Pavilion are wondrous and profound, unparalleled in the world. Who doesn't know them?" Mo Tushan grinned. "Besides, didn't you dislike Qingxi?"
Since the Breaking Heaven Sword Sect and the Sky Bright Sect are close, it's likely that Yu Jian and Qing Xi will both take the Sword Path Trial.
"It would be perfect if the two of us joined forces to ambush them. If we could kill them, wouldn't that be wonderful?"
"So, Senior Brother Tu Shan wanted Little Sister to help him cover the retreat."
Upon hearing this, the Peach Fairy finally understood.
It turns out that Mo Tu Shan wanted to take action against Yu Jian, but was wary of the fact that the other party was two Eighth Tribulation Nascent Soul cultivators, so he wanted to join forces with him.
"Indeed, what do you think, Fairy? I remember that your Meixian Pavilion also has a grudge against the Kongming Sect, right? If you can take this opportunity to eliminate one of their prodigies, it would be a great achievement for you."
Upon hearing this, Fairy Peach was immediately tempted.
Mo Tu Shan is right. If she can really kill Qing Xi, she will definitely receive a large reward when she returns to the sect.
More importantly, the strength displayed by Demon Slaughter Mountain made her feel that this was a worthwhile endeavor.
However, she did not agree immediately, and looked troubled.
"Senior Brother Tu Shan's suggestion is indeed very attractive, but what's most important for me is to break through the barrier first. This is a task assigned by our sect. You know, I had a very difficult time passing the first few barriers."
"There's no need for this fairy to rush. The fifth trial has a one-year time limit, which is more than enough time. We can finish it slowly after we kill Yu Jian and Qing Xi."
"A year..."
The Peach Fairy naturally knew this, and for a moment, she fell silent.
Seeing that she was deep in thought, Mo Tu Shan did not urge her.
Although the woman in front of me usually appears delicate and frail.
In fact, he knew very well that the other party was no easy opponent.
None of the experts who can cultivate to the eighth tribulation of the primordial spirit are simple.
He was also aware of some of the grudges between Meixian Pavilion and Kongming Sect.
He believed that the other party would eventually be moved.
Sure enough, after waiting for a while, the Peach Fairy seemed to have made up her mind, and suddenly raised her head, revealing a faint smile.
"Then I'll go and admire Senior Brother Tu Shan's heroic figure."
...
"These guys are really going to start killing each other after all."
Inside the celestial palace, Mingfeng looked at the scene displayed on the light screen with a disdainful expression.
"No matter how many tens of thousands of years have passed, these human cultivators still cannot avoid their innate tendency to fight among themselves."
Couldn't they have considered why their master would have deliberately left a teleportation array leading to other passages in the fifth level?
"Perhaps they thought of it, but they still chose this path," the old Azure Dragon said. "Besides, it's not just human cultivators who enjoy infighting. We spirit beasts and exotic beasts also commonly devour each other for cultivation resources."
“That’s right, the strong prey on the weak, survival of the fittest. Isn’t that how we all got through it?” the black bull said.
Clearly, these three mythical beasts still have some differences in their philosophies.
"Anyway, the master doesn't like this. Besides, look at Aqing earlier, she was focused on breaking the formation and didn't even glance at those teleportation arrays. That's true steadfastness of her Dao heart," Mingfeng said coldly.
"That makes sense. Aqing is not someone these people can compare to."
The other two agreed with this.
When Lu Qing entered the fifth level, after glancing at the teleportation arrays a few times at the beginning, he focused on deciphering the arrays.
They did not enter those teleportation arrays, but instead went to check other passages.
"Look, they're about to fight. I wonder how many of them will survive this time," the black bull suddenly said.
At the same time, a flicker of emotion appeared in his eyes.
Life in the celestial palace was boring, so it was rare to have a good show to watch, which was a form of entertainment.
boom!
In the fifth level of the Sword Path, Yu Jian unleashed a sword strike, temporarily forcing Mo Tu Shan to retreat.
However, his aura was somewhat weak at this moment, clearly indicating that he had suffered a serious injury.
On the other side, a cloud of smoke from fans was enveloping half of the space.
Sword light shone brightly within, surging with power, clearly indicating that powerful individuals were engaged in combat.
Seeing that Yu Jian's aura was unstable, Mo Tu Shan revealed a sinister smile: "As expected of the true disciple of the Breaking Heaven Sword Sect, you were able to withstand my Demonic Heaven Blood Palm. However, how long do you think you can hold off me without time to heal?"
"Evil sects are evil sects; they are good for nothing except launching sneak attacks."
Although Yu Jian's face was somewhat pale, his gaze remained calm.
"Haha, you hypocritical righteous people, is that all you know? Don't worry, after you die, I will definitely refine your head into my trophy and carry it with me!"
With a ferocious look in his eyes and his body surging with demonic light, Mo Tu Shan moved toward Yu Jian and struck out with a palm.
The surging demonic energy pressed down on Yu Jian, causing his clothes to flutter.
Faced with the fierce attack, Yu Jian remained calm and unhurried, and also unleashed a sword strike.
A sharp, concentrated sword light slashed out, striking the demonic hand of Demon Slaughter Mountain.
With a deafening explosion, it was another evenly matched clash.
"I'll see how long you can hold out!"
Mo Tushan's gaze turned cold as he stepped closer, his palms striking forward like an endless, towering wave.
Faced with such a terrifying offensive, Yu Jian chose to defend himself, with streaks of sword light protecting him.
Like a stubborn rock in the ocean, it remains steadfast and unshaken no matter how fierce the waves are.
Half an hour passed, and although Demon Slaughter Mountain's attacks were fierce, it was still unable to overcome Yu Jian, who had adopted a defensive posture.
"A true disciple of the mighty Breaking Heaven Sword Sect, is he just a coward?!"
Demon Slaughter Mountain, unable to break through after a long siege, suddenly roared.
Unfortunately, Yu Jian completely ignored him, as if he had truly turned into a stubborn rock.
He simply deflected the attacks before him with sword strike after sword strike, paying no attention to anything else.
Seeing this, Mo Tu Shan was greatly angered.
With a thought, a phantom of a demonic tower began to faintly appear behind him.
Instantly, a powerful demonic aura swept across the entire space.
"Oh, are you going to fight to the death?"
Yu Jian sensed this terrifying aura, but his expression remained unchanged.
With a thought, a phantom of a sword appeared behind him.
An incomparably terrifying sword intent instantly enveloped the entire space.
"Oh no, these two guys are going to fight to the death!"
Amidst the pink smoke, Fairy Peach, who was trapping Qingxi with her magical artifact, was greatly alarmed upon sensing the two terrifying powers.
She disregarded everything else, immediately retrieved the magic weapon, and then, without looking back, rushed towards one of the teleportation arrays.
What a joke! The space in the fifth level isn't that big. If those two really fight to the death, even she will be affected.
Peach Fairy's withdrawal immediately changed the situation once again. (End of Chapter)
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