Chapter 723: line with translation of chapter title

723. Chapter 721 Spirit Herb Collection

Zi Xi'er was stunned, not expecting Su Liyan to help her and the Ziyun Clan so enthusiastically.

"Do you really want to help us?"

"Then may we please invite Lu Yuan to go together to the Xinan region?"

"His strength is very important for us to protect the spirit medicine garden." Zi Xi'er asked anxiously.

Su Liyan nodded, knowing that with Lu Yuan's strength and wisdom, he would definitely be able to help the Ziyun Clan.

"I will go find him and have him join us."

"I believe he will be willing to help you." Su Liyan said firmly.

Zi Xi'er of the Ziyun Clan and Su Liyan came together with Lu Yuan to the Xinan Mountains, seeking new spirit medicine resources.

They ventured deep into the outer mountains of the Cold Jade Sect, preparing to explore this mysterious and dangerous place.

In the outer mountains of the Cold Jade Sect, Lu Yuan and Zi Xi'er explored together for new spirit medicine resources.

Just as they were happy about their good harvest, they suddenly heard a low, powerful roar.

"We must act carefully." Lu Yuan said solemnly.

The nine-headed fire dragon was huge in size, its black scales blazing with scorching flames, and each dragon neck bore evil, sharp claws.

The first day's exploration went relatively smoothly; they discovered many rare spirit medicine plants and successfully collected some precious materials.

Lu Yuan and Zi Xi'er took the opportunity to attack the nine-headed fire dragon's weakness, and with their combined effort, they finally drove this ferocious spirit beast away.

The nine-headed fire dragon lunged at them, attacking with bared teeth and claws.

The Ice Crystal Long Whip instantly condensed thick frost, wrapping the nine-headed fire dragon tightly.

Under the combined assault of lightning and bitter cold, the nine-headed fire dragon let out a painful howl.

She waved the Ice Crystal Long Whip in her hand, drawing a beautiful yet cold arc in the air.

The originally tranquil forest suddenly became noisy.

They couldn't help but feel respect and trust toward each other.

During their advance into the mountains, Lu Yuan suddenly warned Zi Xi'er: the Xueying forces might be intentionally luring cultivators here to distract the sects.

"They intend to use this to scheme, reducing the chance of being discovered when they attack the major sects."

Faced with such a powerful enemy, Zi Xi'er and Su Liyan's expressions changed slightly, but they did not retreat.

Lu Yuan gripped the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword tightly, his brow slightly furrowed.

Before them appeared a huge and ferocious Golden Core Stage spirit beast—the nine-headed fire dragon.

Zi Xi'er then used ice-system immortal arts, releasing an icy blue light.

Lu Yuan, relying on his superb Jiànshù, nimbly dodged the nine-headed fire dragon's attacks and slashed at each of its dragon necks with the thunderfire sword.

It struggled hard to break free, but could never escape.

They stood on the battlefield, catching their breath for a moment, lamenting the difficult battle just fought.

They immediately stopped their steps and warily looked toward the direction the sound came from.

Zi Xi'er nodded, understanding that Lu Yuan's words contained consideration for the overall situation.

She and Lu Yuan continued to venture deep into the mountains, carefully exploring every corner.

Just as they were about to give up hope, they happened to encounter a Golden Core Stage cultivator from the Youhun Sect.

That cultivator smiled arrogantly, seemingly not taking Lu Yuan and Zi Xi'er seriously.

"You two outsiders really overestimate yourselves."

The Youhun Sect cultivator sneered, "Trying to get a sip of spirit medicine with your little tricks? Ridiculous!"

Zi Xi'er gave him a cold look, without answering.

The Cold Jade ice shards on her body faintly glowed, giving the opponent a sense of chill.

Lu Yuan then smiled and said leisurely, "Well then, let's give it a try."

The autumn wind blew bleakly, and the scenery deep in the Xinan Mountains was as picturesque as a poem.

The battle between Zi Xi'er and the Youhun Sect Nascent Soul Stage cultivator Hong Lietian had already entered a white-hot phase.

Their figures darted through the intertwining branches, emitting dazzling light.

Hong Lietian is an elite cultivator of the Youhun Sect, possessing extraordinary strength and renown at the Nascent Soul Stage.

He wielded his sword with both hands, thrusting toward Zi Xi'er.

The sword light flashed fiercely with his attacks, forcing Zi Xi'er to focus entirely on defending.

Although facing a strong enemy, Zi Xi'er had no intention of retreating in the slightest.

A thin layer of cold air condensed around her, and the icy whip danced in her hand.

The Ice Crystal Long Whip brought forth powerful ice energy to meet Hong Lietian's extremely sharp sword technique.

Wherever the Ice Crystal Long Whip passed, the air instantly condensed.

Hong Lietian, seeing this, did not show weakness; he quickly retracted his sword move, and his spirit sword emitted black mist, making his sword intent even more ferocious.

Their offense and defense intertwined, unfolding a life-and-death struggle in the valley.

Their every move was full of dignity and fierceness, as if drawing in the changes of wind and clouds.

The surrounding cultivators were initially just spectators, silently watching this dispute.

However, as the battle escalated, they began to feel the gravity of the situation.

A middle-aged cultivator could not tolerate such immense power existing near him and shouted loudly.

"Everyone, quickly separate! These two cultivators are too terrifying; they could easily cause a great disaster!"

The crowd hesitated, looking toward the standoff where the battle had not yet decided a winner.

"Normally, no one from the Cold Jade Sect would be a match for the Youhun Sect."

Gradually, other cultivators also followed suit and left the battlefield.

However, some cultivators remained to watch the tense, exciting battle, staring dumbfounded at Zi Xi'er and Hong Lietian's contest.

"What kind of immortal technique is this? Why is it so powerful!"

Some cultivators exclaimed in amazement, feeling both admiration and fear in their hearts.

Zi Xi'er sensed the cultivators' intention to retreat around her, and a hint of solemnity flashed across her face.

She realized she could no longer continue to delay.

In the sound of the breeze blowing, Hong Lietian and Zi Xi'er's figures crossed, and their battle grew increasingly fierce.

Su Liyan's Ice Crystal Long Whip danced in midair, its cold light piercing the void, colliding with Hong Lietian's Netherworld Blade, triggering a series of thunder-like explosions.

The Youhun Sect cultivators around witnessed this extraordinarily thrilling showdown, their hearts filled with anxiety.

They had expected Hong Lietian to maintain the upper hand, but they did not expect Zi Xi'er to display extraordinary combat power, leaving them shocked.

Lu Yuan stood to the side, observing all of this.

He deeply knew he could not join the battle at this moment, and the role he could play in this unimaginable contest was only that of a bystander.

He felt the powerful aura emanating from Zi Xi'er, and couldn't help but feel a hint of admiration.

Su Liyan, meanwhile, was like a gentle breeze, nimbly weaving through the battlefield.

With her Ice Crystal Long Whip, her attacks varied as she waved it, handling Hong Lietian's attacks with ease.

Condensing cold into ice-frost flowers gave her more strength and confidence.

Hong Lietian's expression turned grave, he felt the threat from Zi Xi'er. (End of chapter)