Chapter 264: A Plan Comes to Mind: The Sound Transmission Talisman

"No!" Liu Xia refused flatly. "How can I leave you here alone? Besides, this plan has many flaws; if something goes wrong, the entire group will be wiped out!"

Banxia also chimed in, "That's right. If you are discovered by the demons, you cannot use light-body techniques, so how will you protect yourself?"

"It's fine. I have already taught you the hand seals, and the commotion will be coming from your side anyway. Instead of worrying about me, you should think about how you yourselves can escape." Although Lingxiang wore a smile and spoke in jest, she was naturally worried in her heart.

Ding'anju is surrounded by mountains on three sides, and the mountains are covered in lush forests. The Heavenly Thunder Array would indeed be a good method, but unfortunately, Lingxiang does not have much Spirit Power left and is completely unable to cast such a large array. Even if her Spirit Power were sufficient, given her cultivation level, even if she could cast it, the power of the falling thunder would likely be insufficient to subdue so many demons.

Fortunately, Banxia's exclamation just now reminded Lingxiang: since they cannot be eliminated, then they can simply be lured away. Even if these demons are as loud as the heavens, so what?

A contest of volume? Lingxiang had never lost to anyone!

Besides, Lingxiang had quite a bit of experience with Sound Transmission Talismans.

She remembered when she was learning the way of talismans as a child, she had become distracted by other thoughts and accidentally drew an extra circle at the end of a Sound Transmission Talisman. Who would have thought that this circle could amplify the original sound several times over? Listening to it up close was like a thunderclap going off right by one's ear—it was truly terrifying.

However, ever since she discovered this method, Lingxiang had developed the habit of drawing an extra circle whenever she finished a talisman. This matter had indeed caused the Elders of the Yuanqing Sect a great deal of annoyance for a time, but after repeated scoldings and teachings, Lingxiang still went her own way. As time went on, they all gave up and let her be.

According to Lingxiang's logic, if a method works, it is a good method; why be bound by convention?

"No!" Liu Xia still disagreed.

Lingxiang's current condition made it difficult for her to even protect herself. It was one thing to be hiding in a corner and undiscovered for now, but if she were found, wouldn't it be dangerous? If that really happened and something were to befall her, how could he answer to Long Qi?

Furthermore, they had yet to see any sign of Bai Wuchang and his group. If they were to show up at this time, how would Lingxiang handle it?

"Then do you have any other methods?" Lingxiang was anxious. "Are we not going to save Long Qi and Wuyang?"

"This..." Hearing this, Liu Xia fell into a dilemma, but he could not bring himself to leave Lingxiang to her own devices no matter what.

"If the two of you had Foundation Establishment cultivation, there might be another way, but circumstances are pressing. Are we just going to let Long Qi and Wuyang suffocate in Ding'anju?"

Lingxiang naturally knew that Liu Xia was worried about her, but they could not wait inside Xianyun Abode. Chengxin Zhenren was one thing; when in seclusion, he would naturally seal his five senses, so there was no major issue. But Long Qi and Zhao Wuyang were different!

Especially Long Qi; he was already injured. Even though she had previously used a Medicinal Bath at Youran Abode to temper his muscles and bones, he was now suffering from Demon Miasma Poison, which would not be so easily cured.

Although it was somewhat inappropriate to say it this way, this was the only way to persuade a stubborn person like Liu Xia right now.

Some people, if not put under pressure, will not make the correct decision.

Liu Xia punched a nearby tree, his face filled with self-reproach.

He naturally would not blame Lingxiang; he only blamed his own incompetence. But they were all his friends, and he could not bear to abandon any of them.

Seeing Liu Xia like this, Banxia was startled. Just as she was about to persuade him, she heard Lingxiang speak again: "Matters have their priorities. I am still safe hiding here, and the sound is not coming from me, so why worry about things that cannot be determined? The most important thing right now is to relieve Wuyang and the others."

"Besides, even if Bai Wuchang comes, I have my own ways to deal with him. Do you really think I am that useless in your eyes?"

"In an emergency, one must act with flexibility. Saving people is the priority!"

Hearing this, Liu Xia threw another punch. The tree trunk split instantly, and his hand became bloody, but he did not care at all. After a long while, he finally made up his mind and turned back: "Then you must protect yourself!"

Only then did Lingxiang smile lightly and say with feigned ease, "That goes without saying. I'm terrified of dying!" As she spoke, she handed over a stack of Sound Transmission Talismans.

Banxia took the Talisman Paper, still looking hesitant, but Lingxiang patted her hand and gave her a nod.

Watching Lingxiang's determined gaze, Banxia finally compromised. After nodding in agreement, she turned and left with Liu Xia.

After watching the two of them leave, Lingxiang looked toward Ding'anju again. Just then, a sudden collapse of flying stones occurred beside Ding'anju, giving her quite a fright. The trees blocked the view, and she really could not see what was happening.

Could it be Xin Yi?

He was the only one who could cause such a commotion, but why did those demons turn a blind eye to it? Could it be that he had run into someone?

Lingxiang could not help but feel worried. Whoever it was, Xin Yi would certainly be no match for them.

There was no need to mention Bai Wuchang; no one would be his match. As for Huiwu, the last time she saw him, she felt he was different from before, but she did not know how he managed to increase his cultivation so much in such a short time. And that man in black—Xin Yi and Liu Xia had joined forces and still could not do anything to him. If they encountered him now, wouldn't it be like a lamb entering a tiger's den?

But if the man in black really was Sangmu, why would he be working for Bai Wuchang?

Just as Lingxiang was confused, she saw someone leap up. From afar, the person looked very familiar, but she could not see clearly because they were too far away.

At this moment, she saw a clear radiance shoot out from the person who had leaped up. Although it was not very distinct in the daylight, Lingxiang recognized it.

"Demon-Extinguishing Clear Radiance!" Lingxiang was shocked. "It's Hanyang!"

Xin Yi had never encountered such pressure. He knew the Wolf-Head was unfathomable, but he had not expected him to be this powerful. It felt as if a blade were hanging over his head, ready to fall at any moment. Although he had saved Hanyang, facing such a formidable enemy, he did not know what to do for a moment.

Just then, Hanyang tugged at Xin Yi's sleeve and made two gestures—a vertical line and a circle.

He wanted the two of them to attack together!

Xin Yi glanced at the Wolf-Head, who was still maintaining his listening-to-the-blade posture, and his heart began to pound.

Even someone like Guihua could not see through this person; could he and Hanyang alone subdue him?

Xin Yi did not think he had that ability. When they were outside the Water Mirror earlier, he and Liu Xia had not held anything back, and Banxia had even been casting spells in secret, yet the Wolf-Head seemed to be just playing with them. Not only was he relaxed, but he could also retreat unscathed, which showed how deep his cultivation was.

Seeing Xin Yi lost in thought, Hanyang could not care about anything else. He pushed Xin Yi, then pinched his fingers to form a seal and leaped up.

The person in front of them looked extremely evil; he figured ordinary methods would be useless. His master had once taught him the Demon-Extinguishing Clear Radiance. Although his cultivation was lacking and he could not use the technique with ease, he had to give it a try now.

They were at their wit's end anyway; they might as well treat the dead horse as if it were alive!