Chapter 775: with translation of chapter title

775. Chapter 773 Two Chiefs Fighting

Su Liyan's heart was filled with confusion and worry.

She and Lu Yuan, together with other cultivators, huddled closely, retreating to a safer position to observe the situation.

At that moment, the Youhun Sect, exploiting its mastery of Necromancy, launched a sneak attack.

Although the Black Flame Sect reacted swiftly, they were still caught off guard by the Youhun Sect's attack.

A melee thus broke out, with cultivators battling monstrous aberrations in the valley.

The clashing of weapons and the flashing light of spells intertwined into a chaotic scene.

Hong Lietian noticed a tall, imposing black-clad cultivator at the valley's center, engaged in battle with many Black Flame Sect members.

He was the strongest person of the Black Flame Sect—True Lord Po Tian.

Hong Lietian decided to challenge him and to uphold his sect's dignity.

"Su Liyan, you and Lu Yuan and the others continue gathering materials; I will go stop that black-clad cultivator!"

Hong Lietian said with determined resolve.

Su Liyan nodded, knowing they now needed to divide labor and cooperate.

Lu Yuan and she led the remaining cultivators, continuing to search the valley for the needed materials.

At the same time, they also had to be careful to respond to various unexpected situations.

Hong Lietian controlled his flying sword, weaving through the many cultivators to reach the valley's center.

"True Lord! Today's battle, I, Hong Lietian, represent the Youhun Sect in challenging you!" Hong Lietian's voice echoed throughout the valley.

True Lord Po Tian halted his movements, his gaze sharp as he looked at Hong Lietian.

"Hmph! The Youhun Sect has indeed come again to stir trouble."

Black flames surged over True Lord Po Tian; he did not fear Hong Lietian's challenge, but instead launched an offensive.

Each of their moves and stances carried tremendous might, erupting in intense energy waves.

The wind in the valley began to blow more fiercely, as if cheering on this top-tier showdown.

Meanwhile, at this very moment, on the silver lakeshore of a certain secret realm near the valley, cultivators were also dealing with their mutual competition and disputes, while facing the threat posed by powerful aberrations.

This secret realm is called the "Silver Lakeshore," a place of beauty and mystery akin to a fairyland.

But behind its beauty lies endless danger.

Lu Yuan and his Lei Huo Dan Ge members were bravely resisting the attack of a huge silver aberration.

They worked closely together, cooperating, constantly shifting formations and strategies, striving to protect themselves, their fellow sect members, and other alliance sect members.

The silver aberration roared as it launched a fierce attack at Lu Yuan and the others.

Lu Yuan tightly gripped the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, employing profound immortal arts such as the Five Elements Escape Technique and the Heavenly Gang Big Dipper Formation.

He darted like lightning, nimbly avoiding the silver aberration's blades, then swiftly counterattacked.

Su Liyan stood aside, gazing at Lu Yuan's valiant battle.

She wielded the Ice Crystal Long Whip, the cold jade ice shards in her hand exuding a faint icy aura that bolstered her strength.

With calm and agile motions, she drove back or repelled the aberrations around her one by one.

Zi Xi'er also joined the battle, coordinating seamlessly with Lu Yuan.

She brandished her soft yet tough embroidered dragon shield, aided by the Ziyun Clan's unique defensive arts, forming a strong protection on the battlefield.

As the battle progressed, Lu Yuan realized this silver aberration was extraordinarily powerful, and the three of them could hardly hold out for long.

Thus he quickly thought and observed the silver aberration's attack pattern.

"We must join forces to defeat it!"

"Su Liyan, Zi Xi'er, are you ready?"

Lu Yuan shouted loudly.

Su Liyan and Zi Xi'er nodded simultaneously, understanding Lu Yuan's intention.

Lu Yuan seized the moment, mobilizing immortal arts to guide a drastic change.

Immediately after, Su Liyan sacrificed the cold jade ice shards, releasing an Ice Crystal Long Whip that coiled around the aberration's body.

The aberration struggled angrily, yet could not break free from the Ice Crystal Long Whip's binding.

At this moment, Zi Xi'er stood between the three, raising her embroidered dragon shield to form a strong defensive barrier that enveloped Lu Yuan and Su Liyan.

Lu Yuan employed the Five Elements Escape Technique to control silver lightning, forming a powerful thunder formation around the aberration.

They jointly unleashed skills and immortal arts to attack the silver aberration, continually weakening its power.

After a fierce battle, they managed to repel this extraordinarily powerful silver aberration, and from it obtained precious information and materials for future use.

Lu Yuan and Su Liyan returned to the Lei Huo Dan Ge, their dust-covered figures showing some fatigue.

They gave their all to respond to the silver aberration's attack; although they succeeded in repelling it, they also expended considerable stamina and spirit.

Zi Xi'er stood aside, carefully tending to the two's wounds.

"Are you all right?" Zi Xi'er asked with concern.

Lu Yuan gave a slight smile and nodded: "I'm fine, just expended some strength."

Su Liyan also smiled and replied: "Thank you, Sister Zi Xi, for your concern; we're just a little tired."

Zi Xi'er's brows relaxed a little: "That's good; you two are too brave."

Lu Yuan looked at Zi Xi'er, a warm feeling rising in his heart: "We're a family, after all; caring for each other is only natural."

He leaned against the wall, gently rubbing his sore shoulders.

Su Liyan patted his back: "You've worked hard; let's rest a bit first."

Lu Yuan nodded, and the two walked into the bedroom in the loft.

In the bedroom stood a large bed and several desks, with some books and Fobao placed on the shelves.

Lu Yuan sat on the bed, Su Liyan pinched his shoulders and softly comforted him.

"Don't overwork yourself; we've already done well."

Lu Yuan gave her a slight smile: "Yeah, with you by my side, I feel I can handle any difficulty."

Su Liyan lowered her head and whispered in his ear: "Lu Yuan, no matter what difficulties or setbacks we encounter, we will face them together."

Lu Yuan replied softly: "Mm, I know."

He took Su Liyan's hand and held it tightly in his palm.

At that moment, Zi Xi'er walked into the room, watching the two silently facing each other.

She felt the warmth and reliance between them, and a touch of emotion welled up in her heart.

Suddenly, a loud bang came from inside the room.

The three instantly became alert.

"What's going on?"

Su Liyan asked in surprise.

"Did something happen at the Lei Huo Dan Ge?"

Zi Xi'er nervously looked at Lu Yuan.

Lu Yuan shook his head solemnly: "No, that was the explosion sound from when I just refined the Fobao."

Zi Xi'er and Su Liyan exchanged a glance, both seeing curiosity in each other's eyes.

Lu Yuan smiled and explained: "However, the first attempt wasn't successful, which caused the explosion."

"First attempt? How is it now?"

Su Liyan asked curiously.

"I now have a deeper understanding of refining the Fobao, and I believe I can succeed next."

Lu Yuan said with determined eyes.

Zi Xi'er nodded slightly: "Since you have confidence, keep pressing on." (End of chapter)