Chapter 567: Must Hold Firm Until the Last Moment

He fully exerted the Dragon Clan's power, manifesting a magnificent dragon shadow in the void before him.

He whispered, "I will overcome my own inner demons."

Everyone in the Phantom Cave Heaven was engaged in a grueling struggle against the deepest parts of their own hearts.

In repeated turns, they experienced countless struggles and growth.

After a period of time, Lu Yuan and the others finally came to.

They saw firmness and growth radiating from each other's bodies.

Lu Yuan smiled and said, "Excellent!"

"We all successfully passed this trial of the inner demon illusion."

"Now, let's continue forward!"

Su Liyan gently gazed at Mo Di: "We will face this illusion together, and also move forward together."

Mo Di nodded, "Yes."

"Only through unity and cooperation can we overcome the challenges in the Phantom Cave Heaven."

The three stood together again, their resolute gazes converging deep within the illusion. Lu Yuan, Su Liyan, and Mo Di felt that the formation in the Phantom Cave Heaven had finally dissipated; they stepped out of the teleportation array and returned to the Stellar Secret Realm.

When Lu Yuan stepped onto this land once more, his heart filled with a wonderful feeling.

He could feel his understanding of immortal methods deepening, and he couldn't help but smile slightly.

"The Phantom Cave Heaven is truly a great place."

Lu Yuan muttered to himself, "It not only allows cultivation, but also enhances mutual understanding between people."

Su Liyan and Mo Di also laughed and echoed, "Yes, by each person facing the trial of their deepest fears and troubles, we have become stronger."

As everyone was celebrating together, a powerful aura suddenly enveloped the entire Stellar Secret Realm.

Everyone immediately became alert.

Zi Xi'er also rushed over.

She furrowed her brows and looked into the distance: "This aura..."

"It's an expert from the Flowing Cloud Sect!"

The Flowing Cloud Sect, as an organization renowned far and wide for controlling the power of wind and clouds, possesses immense strength and has long been a presence feared by all major forces.

Lu Yuan felt that this Flowing Cloud Sect expert's gaze was fixed upon him.

He couldn't help but frown, feeling somewhat uneasy in his heart.

At the same time, that Flowing Cloud Sect expert also looked toward Lu Yuan, a flicker of interest flashing in his eyes.

He walked slowly up to the crowd and coldly asked, "Are you Lu Yuan?"

Lu Yuan nodded: "Not bad."

The Flowing Cloud Sect expert smiled slightly: "It seems your understanding and application of immortal methods have already reached a high level."

Lu Yuan did not answer, merely keeping a wary watch on the enemy before him.

The Flowing Cloud Sect expert continued, "I know you plan to participate in the Jiu Zhou Contention, but I want to know what power stands behind you."

"After all, in this Jiu Zhou, we Flowing Cloud Sect are not the only organization."

Su Liyan furrowed her brows: "The Jiu Zhou Contention is our own decision to join; there is no power behind us."

Mo Di also echoed: "We rely solely on our own efforts in cultivation, hoping to roam freely across Jiu Zhou."

The Flowing Cloud Sect expert did not immediately refute, but instead smiled faintly: "If so, I look forward to your performance in the Jiu Zhou Contention." That night, a massive vortex suddenly formed above the Azure Wave Wasteland.

The Flowing Cloud Sect dispatched a team composed of elite disciples, attempting to besiege Lu Yuan and his companions.

Lu Yuan, Su Liyan, and Mo Di quickly discussed countermeasures.

They understood that, facing such a powerful enemy as the Flowing Cloud Sect, they must give their all to secure victory.

Su Liyan unhesitatingly released an ice-system immortal method, enveloping the entire vortex in frost.

Mo Di then displayed the power of his status as Dragon Clan prince, the Dragon Clan's force bursting forth in the air with dazzling light.

Lu Yuan tightly gripped the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, his gaze fixed firmly on the enemy before him.

He took a deep breath, preparing to use the Void Breath he had mastered to repel the enemy.

"In the mountain caves below lies the world; above the void, one surveys the cosmos!"

Lu Yuan silently chanted the incantation in his heart, raising both arms outward.

Instantly, an intangible force surged from within his body.

The void began to twist and deform, a huge black hole appearing above the entire Azure Wave Wasteland, emitting a powerful suction.

The Flowing Cloud Sect elite disciples were sucked into the black hole, falling into endless void.

Su Liyan and Mo Di took advantage of this opportunity, continuously releasing ice-system immortal methods and Dragon Clan power, trapping the enemies in frost and dragon breath.

They coordinated seamlessly, forming an impregnable defensive line.

Lu Yuan gripped the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword tightly, taking a deep breath.

He launched an attack at the enemy before him.

Lightning and fire intertwined, blasting forth with a thunderous boom.

The Flowing Cloud Sect elite disciples roared loudly, trying to block Lu Yuan's assault.

"You lot who revere the Blood Moon Sect as supreme and commit countless evils!"

"I will make you pay the price!" Lu Yuan said through gritted teeth.

Lu Yuan unleashed the "Boundless Cosmos" skill from the Five Elements Escape Armor Immortal Method, his figure darting like lightning across the battlefield.

He freely shuttled through this world, gaining an advantage with extreme speed.

The entire battlefield fell into chaos, mist spreading everywhere.

Mo Di continuously released Dragon Clan power, transforming into a massive dragon that hovered in the air; each tremendous dragon breath made the Flowing Cloud Sect disciples feel fear.

Su Liyan meanwhile kept a close watch on every move of the enemy.

She focused her gaze, and through the information transmitted via the cold jade ice slice, she laid bare all the enemy's weaknesses.

Lu Yuan felt that his understanding and application of immortal arts had deepened beyond before.

He wielded the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, dancing it across the battlefield into beautiful yet fierce blades of light.

He launched a fierce attack against the elite disciples of the Flow Cloud Sect.

"The moon is hidden, the ravine silent; the stars glitter, and the enemy cannot resist!"

Lu Yuan let out a loud shout, and the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword released even greater power.

Lightning and fire complemented each other, forming a blaze of light that filled the sky.

The elite disciples of the Flow Cloud Sect gradually realized they had fallen into a desperate situation.

They repeatedly sent out retreat signals, hoping to escape this dangerous battlefield. As the Flow Cloud Sect elite disciples' retreat signal spread, Lu Yuan and Su Liyan breathed a sigh of relief, but they knew the battle was far from over.

The battle before them was merely the vanguard of the Flow Cloud Sect; a stronger enemy was soon to arrive.

Mo Di gazed into the distance, a hint of solemnity flashing across his face.

He took a deep breath and said, "Do not relax; next we will face an even stronger enemy."

"We must give our all to protect the Star Secret Realm."

"Yes."

Lu Yuan nodded, "We must hold out until the very last moment."

Su Liyan gripped the Ice Crystal Long Whip tightly, "I will give you my full support."

The three tacitly stood in a line, forming a peculiar formation at the heart of the Star Secret Realm—the Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation.

They interwove horizontally and vertically, thus creating a layout that appeared simple but was extremely dangerous. (End of chapter)