Chapter 404

Lu Yuan gripped the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword in his hand, his eyes burning with firm resolve.

Behind him, Su Liyan, King Qi, and Gu Qingwan were also ready, standing together in the center of the battlefield, facing Blood Moon Sect Sect Leader Xueying.

A faint cold smile appeared on Xueying's face; he followed the Red Lotus Sect, and to help the Red Lotus Old Ancestor break free of the seal, he spared no effort in opposing Lu Yuan and his companions.

He attacked with demonic energy, arrogantly gazing at Lu Yuan and the others.

"Cultivator Lu Yuan, do you think you can stop me?"

"Today I will make you pay the price!" Xueying's voice was full of arrogance and confidence.

Lu Yuan smiled faintly, "No matter what evil cult you follow, I will stop you."

Lu Yuan shot toward Xueying like a flashing bolt of light, his agile Shenqi making him hard to catch.

Beside him, Su Liyan waved her Ice Crystal Long Whip, tracing a beautiful, cold path in the air, spreading chill.

King Qi held the Demon-Breaking Golden Wheel, closely following behind Lu Yuan.

He showed no fear, only wanting to destroy the surrounding evil sigils or spells.

Gu Qingwan stared at Xueying, countless thoughts flashing through her mind.

The Phoenix Fire Lotus Basin in her hand emitted a warm light, strengthening her magical power.

Lu Yuan swung his sword once, cleaving the long sky.

Electric light and flame gathered on the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, slashing toward Xueying.

Xueying hurriedly dodged, but he did not expect Lu Yuan to have more skills.

Lu Yuan's eyes glowed; a spiritual light descended from the heavens, forming a vast Big Dipper Seven Stars formation on the ground.

"Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation!" Lu Yuan shouted.

At that moment, Su Liyan lifted the cold jade ice shard, constantly moving within the formation, making the entire formation stronger.

King Qi also joined the battle, and with the help of the Demon-Breaking Golden Wheel, he undid the evil sigils set up by the Blood Moon Sect Sect Leader.

Xueying was trapped in Lu Yuan's Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation, feeling a powerful oppressive force.

He gritted his teeth, his whole body bursting forth with even hotter demonic energy, trying to break free.

Yet Lu Yuan and the others gave him no chance at all.

Lu Yuan employed the Five Elements Escape Technique, his Shenqi like wind and lightning, easily dodging Xueying's lightning-fast attacks.

Su Liyan's Ice Crystal Long Whip froze Xueying's body several times in midair.

King Qi then struck his weakened blood and qi with the Demon-Breaking Golden Wheel.

The battle continued, Lu Yuan and his companions gaining an absolute advantage over Xueying.

"You still want to run?" Lu Yuan mocked.

Xueying's heart burned with fury, "You cultivators!"

"I won't let you succeed!" Lu Yuan and his companions did not expect Xueying to reveal hidden strength, swiftly escaping the bonds of the Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation.

"How could he have such mysterious teleportation ability?" Su Liyan asked in surprise.

Lu Yuan furrowed his brows, a sense of vigilance arising in his heart.

He knew he could not be careless, "We cannot let him escape, chase after him!"

King Qi proposed, "Since this Blood Moon Sect is so arrogant, to avoid future trouble, we should directly pursue them to the Blood Moon Sect and wipe them all out."

Gu Qingwan countered, "Your Highness King Qi, although your determination is commendable, this is not wise."

"We do not yet understand Xueying's strength well enough; reckless action will only bring us greater danger."

Lu Yuan remained silent for a moment, then looked at King Qi, "Your Highness King Qi's suggestion is not without reason, but we must first ensure our own safety."

"Let us continue searching for clues along his escape route."

The group arrived at a battlefield littered with wreckage.

Corpses lay scattered everywhere, bloodstains mottled, the desolate sight chilling the heart.

Lu Yuan lowered his head to observe the ground, trying to find traces of Xueying's escape. The group cautiously approached the dark pine forest, all feeling a strong demonic aura within.

Lu Yuan gripped the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword tightly, warily scanning the surroundings.

This dark pine forest is known for its gloomy atmosphere, often harboring lurking demonic beasts.

Su Liyan could not help but let a chill emanate from her Ice Crystal Long Whip, reminding everyone to stay highly alert to impending danger.

Gu Qingwan whispered, "The dark pine forest has always harbored various vicious demonic beasts."

"We must act cautiously."

King Qi gripped the Demon-Breaking Golden Wheel tightly, his gaze firm, "We cannot possibly retreat just because of these demonic beasts."

"Only by eliminating the hidden dangers in this dark pine forest can we continue onward."

Several people pressed close to the edge of the dark pine forest, carefully observing the immortal fruits growing on the trees.

Beneath the dim forest, Lu Yuan keenly sensed a dense demonic beast aura, the surroundings filled with a tempting fruit fragrance.

A sense of curiosity and anticipation rose in Lu Yuan's heart.

He knew those fruits were the rare Heaven-Evasion Fruit, said to enhance cultivators' comprehension and speed, allowing great progress in their practice.

"There are many Heaven-Evasion Fruits here."

Lu Yuan pointed to the branches high up laden with Heaven-Evasion Fruits, speaking softly to his companions.

A flicker of joy passed through Su Liyan's eyes; she understood this journey was arduous and perilous, and with the Heaven-Evasion Fruit's aid, they could advance their cultivation more swiftly.

Gu Qingwan gazed at those beautiful purple fruits, slightly furrowing her brow.

"Although the Heaven-Evasion Fruit greatly aids our cultivation, we must ultimately not lose our way."

"Now Xueying remains at large, and there are still many important tasks awaiting us."

King Qi drew a deep breath, "You are right."

"We cannot forget our most important mission just because of the Heaven-Evasion Fruit."

He looked at Lu Yuan, "Daoist Lu, please tell us how we should act."

Lu Yuan pondered a moment, then decided to first clear the demonic beasts around Black Pine Forest to ensure they could safely harvest the Heaven-Evasion Fruit.

He ordered everyone to spread out, trying to lure the demonic beasts out by battle. Lu Yuan let out a long whistle, brandishing the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword in his hand, and without hesitation charged at a fierce demonic beast.

The demonic beast was huge, its body covered in thick scales, its eyes gleaming with a ferocious light.

It opened its bloody maw and spewed a black mist filled with killing intent.

Lu Yuan felt anger flare in his heart; he knew the Black Pine Forest teemed with demonic beasts and must defeat them all with strength and courage.

He fearlessly lunged at the demonic beast, his sword moves unceasing, falling like a sudden storm.

The Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword released dazzling electric light, tracing a beautiful yet deadly arc in the air.

Flame and lightning converged on the sword, turning into endless killing intent.

Lu Yuan's Shenqi was agile and nimble, at times dodging the demonic beast's claws, at times swiftly striking down with his sword.

He displayed his supreme strength and courage with his profound immortal arts.

Every sword move made the air feel the sting of sword qi, leaving those demonic beasts helpless before Lu Yuan. (End of chapter)