"I never expected that woman to be a demonic cultivator. It seems we've really struck gold. Even if things don't end well, that black-eyed golden eagle's trip will have been worthwhile!"
The leader reached out and retrieved his earth-colored flying sword, gazing with delight in the direction where the eagle had vanished. The two beside him were also beaming with joy, one of them licking his chapped lips and saying:
"Female demon cultivators alone are an astronomical number, not to mention there's a young golden eagle. We've really hit the jackpot this time. As long as this deal goes through, we'll never have to come to this barren land to try our luck again. Dealing with those beasts every day is such a downer!"
Another cultivator twitched his nose, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, and said:
"The Black-Eyed Golden Eagle's speed is truly remarkable. In such a short time, it has flown so far. Fortunately, it leaves a trace. The bloody smell permeating the spiritual energy cannot be shaken off simply by speed. Hehe, brother, shall we set off?"
The leading cultivator nodded slowly and then closed his eyes. The other two understood and stood on either side, their hands forming peculiar gestures. The next second, the three of them inexplicably disappeared from the spot!
"Uh, how did she faint again..."
Li Sisui rubbed his swollen head, but when he finally opened his eyes, he saw Leng Rushuang being thrown out like a sandbag. Without hesitation, he quickly sent Diao Bao to catch her. Seeing Leng Rushuang's pale face and blood streaming from the corner of her mouth, he was horrified.
"Ru Shuang, are you alright?"
"Cough...cough...I won't die...cough!"
Leng Rushuang coughed up two mouthfuls of blood, struggling to sit up. Her face was pale and lifeless, devoid of its former radiance. Li Sisui, standing beside her, had no time to consider his own injuries and gritted his teeth, saying:
"I never expected Shura Ridge to be like this. We were too lenient before... Eagle, burst! Full speed ahead, according to..."
Before Li Sisui could finish speaking, a cold and sharp sword intent suddenly emerged from the void and appeared behind him without warning, leaving him no time to react. At this critical moment, a crimson figure blocked his back. Leng Rushuang wore a bitter smile and her expression was resolute!
Thump!
A sudden bell tolled, shattering the forest. The three brothers, who had been so confident, were stunned. Who were these two? How could they have survived their eldest brother's Blazing Sun Sword unscathed?
Li Sisui felt as if his heart had been squeezed hard, and he almost couldn't catch his breath. Then, a long and deep bell rang out beside him. A golden light appeared between Leng Rushuang's brows, revealing an ancient bell covered in cracks that slowly swayed, exuding an indescribable mystique!
Having shattered Leng Rushuang's demonic cultivation technique with a single strike, she was prepared to vanish into thin air. However, she had accumulated too many favors from Li Sisui along the way, and she was not one to owe others favors. Even on her deathbed, she would find a way to repay them. Taking this sword for him was a good way to even things out...
Even Leng Rushuang didn't expect that when she really wanted to die, she wouldn't die so easily. Although her master had mentioned it before, he hadn't talked about it in detail and she had already ignored it. She never expected that the inconspicuous thing was the ultimate life-saving artifact that her master had given her, the Tranquilizing Bell!
Thump! Thump!
The leading cultivator seemed to have seen something incredible. Before anyone else could say anything, he summoned his earth-colored flying sword again in a flash. However, each time it was less than half a meter away from Leng Rushuang, it was blocked by a golden light shield. Then, the bell rang loudly!
"Brother, it seems you guessed right. These two are indeed very wealthy. If we can snatch this Golden Bell Shield, then Shura Ridge will be our territory from now on!"
The cultivator addressed as "elder brother" slowly lost his initial surprise and uncertainty, replaced by a look of greed. Especially after his brother's reminder, his eyes burned with excitement as he exclaimed:
"Second brother, third brother, grab your weapons! After we pull off this, we can stay in Broken Halberd City for a few years, haha, let's go!"
The other two looked enlightened, then their faces lit up with ecstasy. For cultivators in the Asura Ridge, daily life was one of constant uncertainty and extreme caution. They not only had to guard against the demonic beasts that might appear at any moment, but also had to be wary of their fellow cultivators. This kind of anxious existence would likely permeate the entire lives of most cultivators in the Asura Ridge...
Only a small fraction of them either possess heaven-defying cultivation techniques or are wealthy enough to have a place to stay in Zheji City. As long as they are fortunate enough to settle in Zheji City, regardless of their cultivation level, they can basically enjoy the rest of their lives in peace. Even if their cultivation level does not make any major breakthroughs, they do not have to worry about being hunted down by enemies or plundered by villains!
Because Broken Halberd City is the greatest protection for all cultivators within it. No cultivator dares to make a move in Broken Halberd City. Regardless of your cultivation level, as long as you are in Broken Halberd City, you must abide by the rules of this city. The entire city is shrouded in a special formation, and with a simple gesture, any cultivator can be blasted into nothingness!
The origin of this formation is unknown, and its history is ancient. One theory is that it was used to defend against the invasion of the demon race, while another is that it was used to prevent people in the city from leaving. In short, there are many rumors about this formation, but at least one thing is certain: from ancient times to the present, no one has ever dared to challenge the authority of Broken Halberd City. Never. Even among the countless brilliant talents in Shura Ridge, throughout history, no cultivator has ever dared or been able to take this step. Not one!
This is precisely why Broken Halberd City has established absolute authority. No matter how powerful or capricious you are outside the city, once you step inside, you must abide by the city's rules. Anyone who dares to cross this line will be struck by a thunderbolt that will obliterate them, body and soul. No matter how powerful your cultivation is, you cannot withstand that lightning strike...
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