Chapter 480: A Dark, Windy Night

At this desperate moment of the Taiyin Shengdi cultivators, countless disciples felt an unprecedented pressure, but they did not completely abandon hope of survival.

"Carve out a bloody path, brothers!" a young Taiyin cultivator shouted loudly, his voice tinged with indignation.

Bang—

Just then.

Suddenly, a deafening dragon roar came from the sky above the battlefield, and a huge figure descended from the heavens, bringing endless pressure and power.

It was a golden giant dragon, its scales glittering with dazzling light in the sunlight, its eyes like two blazing suns, emitting scorching light.

At that moment, a figure of unparalleled dominance stood atop the golden dragon.

"It's Lord Longling!"

The cultivators of Black City, upon seeing the appearing figure, shouted in delight.

Their eyes were filled with awe and admiration.

Longling's appearance changed the atmosphere of the entire battlefield.

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi felt an unprecedented pressure, while those of Lihu City had their morale greatly boosted.

"A demon master, it's a demon master!" the Tiger King and the Golden Peng King shouted in unison, their voices filled with excitement, and even the earth cultivators on the battlefield, gazing at Longling, had their eyes shining bright.

Longling's gaze swept across the entire battlefield, finally settling on Xiyi Fu.

A hint of complex emotion flashed in his eyes, and then he slowly spoke.

"Cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, your courage and perseverance are commendable."

"but today's battle, you will surely lose." Longling's voice sounded like thunder, echoing across the entire battlefield.

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi felt a faint ominous premonition.

The white figure standing on the dragon's head exuded violent power from head to toe, with auroras flickering around him, clearly indicating that this newcomer's strength was extraordinary.

"You all, quickly surrender." Longling continued.

As his words fell, the giant dragon beneath Longling's feet swung its massive claw, and a golden light descended from the heavens, illuminating the entire battlefield.

This power was so strong that the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi could not resist it at all.

"No!" an elder of Taiyin Shengdi roared.

His body burst forth with strong Taiyin power, attempting to block Longling's attack.

But that power was too great; his effort was like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, and he flew backward like an arrow released from a bow.

Rumble—

With a tremendous boom, the golden light completely covered the entire battlefield.

Under the impact of this power, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi collapsed one after another; whether Dharma Implements or Divine Ability techniques, they appeared utterly insignificant before this force.

Soon the battle ended, and the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi were defeated.

Xiyi Fu was taken away by the cultivators of Lihu City, while the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, under Longling's power, could not advance a single step.

The cultivators of Black City cheered and celebrated this victory.

Some of the Taiyin Shengdi cultivators on the outskirts of the battlefield silently seized the chance to flee, their hearts filled with resentment and pain.

This battle will become a painful scar in the history of Taiyin Shengdi.

Taiyin Shengdi not only lost this battle, but also had its saintess and elders captured!

And deep within Black City.

Xiyi Fu was imprisoned in a secret chamber.

Her body was covered in wounds, but her eyes remained steadfastly resolute, and her face showed an unyielding expression.

"Release me."

Xiyi Fu spoke softly, her voice weak yet full of determination.

She knew.

As long as the news of her capture spreads, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi will surely regroup and come to Black City to rescue him and the Taiyin Shengdi cultivators.

The Taiyin Saintess, thinking of this, sat cross-legged in silence in the dark‑shrouded chamber; although the pain from her wounds continually assaulted her nerves, her heart burned with an unyielding flame.

As long as a single breath remains, she cannot abandon escape.

Creak—

The door of the secret chamber slowly opened, a beam of light poured in, accompanied by footsteps, and a figure slowly entered.

It was a person clad in a black robe, his face hidden in the shadow of the hood, revealing only a pair of eyes glittering with cunning light.

"Taiyin Saintess, long time no see." The black‑robed person's voice was hoarse and low, tinged with teasing.

Xiyi Fu opened her eyes, her gaze like lightning, she stared directly at the newcomer: "Huang Daxian, do you think you've won?"

Huang Daxian gave a light chuckle, walked up to Xiyi Fu and looked down at her: "In the face of absolute power, any resistance is futile."

"However, we do admire your courage and are willing to give you a chance."

Upon hearing this, Xiyi Fu let out a cold snort; Huang Daxian's words surely concealed a scheme.

Huang Daxian seemed indifferent to Xiyi Fu's attitude and continued: "If you are willing to submit, not only can we release you, but we can also give you a Ten‑Thousand Soul Banner."

A hint of contempt flashed in Xiyi Fu's eyes: "Do you think I would abandon my faith and my sect for power and status?"

Huang Daxian's face darkened slightly, but quickly returned to calm: "You can consider it, after all, living is better than dying."

Having said that, Huang Daxian turned and left; the door of the secret chamber closed again, shutting out the light.

Xiyi Fu took a deep breath, began to mobilize the Taiyin power within her body; although her magical power was sealed, she believed that with perseverance she would one day break free.

Meanwhile, in Taiyin Shengdi, Elder Xidao Zi stood at the center of the council hall.

Before him were a group of solemn elders and elite disciples.

"The saintess has been captured; we cannot sit and wait for doom." Elder Xidao Zi's voice was firm and powerful: "We must find a way to rescue the saintess and restore the prestige of Taiyin Shengdi."

An elder rose to his feet and said in a deep voice: "We cannot act blindly; we must have a meticulous plan."

Another elder also echoed: "Not bad, we still need more intelligence, to understand Black City's defenses and Huang Daxian's movements."

Elder Xi Daozi nodded: "I have already sent people to gather intelligence, and at the same time we must strengthen the holy land's defenses to guard against enemy attacks."

Everyone present, upon hearing this, nodded in agreement.

At this moment, deep within Black City, Xi Yifu's will was as hard as steel.

She silently cultivated, constantly striking the seal within her body.

Day by day passed, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, under Elder Xi Daozi's leadership, continually strengthened their own cultivation while secretly planning a rescue operation.

Finally, one day, a disciple of Taiyin Shengdi hurried into the Discussion Hall.

He held a piece of intelligence in his hand.

"Chief, we've found an opportunity," the disciple said, his voice tinged with excitement.

Elder Xi Daozi took the intelligence, a glint flashing in his eyes: "Good, it's time to act."

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi began to secretly assemble; their sole objective was to rescue Xi Yifu.

Meanwhile, in Black City's secret chamber, Xi Yifu suddenly felt a slight loosening of the seal within her body.

A flicker of surprise appeared in her eyes.

Taiyin Holy Maiden Xi Yifu began to assault the seal with all her might, the Taiyin power within her surging like a flood.

Finally, with a crisp cracking sound, the seal was completely shattered.

Xi Yifu rose to her feet.

Her eyes gleamed with determined light.

At the same time, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, under Elder Xi Daozi's leadership, silently approached Black City.

Their eyes flashed with resolute light, knowing this would be a life-and-death battle.

Night fell, and Black City's outline looked especially gloomy in the moonlight.

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi moved like ghosts through the shadows; their target was the high tower at the city's center, where Xi Yifu was imprisoned.

Elder Xi Daozi led the elite disciples; their movements were light and swift, doing their best to avoid Black City's patrol units.

Because any small mistake could cause the entire rescue operation to fail.

"Careful, we're approaching the high tower," Elder Xi Daozi whispered, tightly gripping his Dharma Implement, ready to face any possible enemy.

Just as they were about to reach the high tower, a black shadow suddenly darted out from the darkness, blocking their path.

It was a cultivator clad in black robes, his eyes flashing with a cold, sinister light.

"Taiyin Shengdi cultivators, do you think you can easily rescue your holy maiden?" the black-robed cultivator said, his voice laced with mockery.

Elder Xi Daozi snorted coldly: "Disciples of Taiyin Shengdi never fear any enemy."

No sooner had his words fallen than the cultivators of both sides launched into a fierce clash.

"Boom—"

The light of spells intertwined in the night sky, emitting a deafening roar.

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, relying on seamless cooperation and powerful magic, gradually gained the upper hand.

Meanwhile, in the high tower's secret chamber, Xi Yifu sensed the battle outside.

She knew this was her companions coming to rescue her; the Taiyin Holy Maiden began to use her newly restored magic to dismantle the chamber's seals.

"Boom!"

With a tremendous bang, the door of the secret chamber was blown open by Xi Yifu's powerful magic.

Her figure shot out like a bolt of lightning from the high tower, joining the battle.

"Holy Maiden!" the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi cried out upon seeing Xi Yifu's figure, their morale soaring.

Xi Yifu's appearance put pressure on the cultivators of Black City.

Her magic was mighty; each strike carried the oppressive force of Taiyin power, making it hard for enemies to resist.

"Retreat!" the black-robed cultivator, seeing the situation turn sour, immediately issued the order to withdraw.

Their goal was to protect Black City, not to engage the Taiyin Shengdi cultivators in a head-on clash here.

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi did not pursue; their aim was to rescue Xi Yifu, not to entangle with Black City's cultivators.

"Let's go!" Elder Xi Daozi led the cultivators, swiftly departing Black City and vanishing into the night.

In a safe place, Xi Yifu regrouped with Elder Xi Daozi and the other cultivators.

"Holy Maiden, are you alright?" Elder Xi Daozi asked with concern.

Xi Yifu smiled and shook her head: "I'm fine, thanks to your timely arrival."

"This is what we should do," Elder Xi Daozi said. "Now we must consider how to counterattack."

Xi Yifu nodded: "Not bad, Black City's strength is not to be underestimated, but Taiyin Shengdi is not easily defeated either."

Meanwhile, in Black City, Huang Daxian stood atop the high tower, gazing in the direction the Taiyin Shengdi cultivators had gone, a sinister glint flashing in his eyes.

"Taiyin Shengdi, do you think this is over?" Huang Daxian's voice carried a hint of madness. "Just wait; this game has only just begun."

Beneath the endless night sky, two stars twinkled on the horizon, representing the fates of the two great powers, and this battle has already spread to every corner of the cultivation world.

As time passed, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, under Xi Yifu's leadership, began secretly preparing plans for a counterattack.

Black City's power is unfathomable, especially with the presence of Huang Daxian and Longling, making them dare not be careless.

Therefore Taiyin Shengdi must act cautiously, considering every detail thoroughly.

During this period, Xi Yifu not only restored her own magic but also studied how to break Black City's defenses.

She understood that only by deeply understanding the enemy could she find the key to victory.

"We must find Black City's weakness," Xi Yifu said at a meeting. "Although Huang Daxian is powerful, I believe he is not invincible."

Elder Xi Daozi nodded in agreement: "The Holy Maiden is right; we need more intelligence to understand Black City's internal situation."

The next day, as Xi Daozi issued orders, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi began to act in separate groups.

Some people were responsible for gathering intelligence, some for strengthening their own cultivation, and others, under Xiyi Fu's guidance, were researching various possible combined Divine Abilities.

In Black City, Huang Daxian knew that Taiyin Shengdi would not let this rest, so he had to make preparations to face a possible attack.

"Demonic Master, what do you think Taiyin Shengdi will do?" Huang Daxian asked respectfully.

Longling's voice came from the darkness, carrying a hint of mystery: "Although the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi are strong, their actions will inevitably reveal some weaknesses."

What we need to do is seize those weaknesses and deliver a fatal blow.

A flicker of ruthlessness crossed Huang Daxian's eyes: "Rest assured, Lord Longling, I will make them pay the price."

Just as both sides were nervously preparing, an unexpected piece of intelligence reached Taiyin Shengdi.

It turned out that Black City's defenses were not impregnable; on the night of each full moon, due to some mysterious formation, their defenses would temporarily weaken.

"The opportunity has come." A gleam flashed in Xiyi Fu's eyes: "We must launch the attack on the full‑moon night to catch them off guard."

The cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi immediately began tense preparations; this might be their only chance, so they had to give it their all.

Finally, the full‑moon night arrived.

Under Xiyi Fu's leadership, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi approached Black City silently.

Their movements were light and swift, doing their best to avoid Black City's patrol units.

When they neared Black City, they indeed found the defenses much weaker than usual.

A flash of resolve crossed Xiyi Fu's eyes; she knew this was the decisive moment that would determine victory or defeat.

"Everyone, get ready—charge into Black City in one go!" Xiyi Fu's voice echoed through the night sky, filled with resolve and power.

"Boom…"

Under Xiyi Fu's leadership, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi surged toward Black City like a tide.

Their magical power glittered in the night sky, forming dazzling beams of light.

Although the cultivators of Black City promptly detected the enemy's attack, the weakened defenses made it hard for them to resist the fierce assault of the Taiyin Shengdi cultivators.

"What's going on?

"How could the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi launch an attack at this time?" Huang Daxian's face turned grim.

He had not expected the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi to seize this opportunity.

Longling's voice sounded again: "Don't panic.

There is also the Myriad Soul Banner; if used properly, it may not be impossible to turn the tide.

Huang Daxian nodded.

He immediately ordered his subordinates to strengthen defenses and began preparing to use the Myriad Soul Banner.

In the fierce battle, the cultivators of Taiyin Shengdi, thanks to their excellent coordination and powerful magical power, gradually gained the upper hand.

"Boom boom boom…"

Moreover, in this battle Xiyi Fu's figure moved like a lightning bolt across the battlefield, each strike carrying deadly force.