Chapter 840: with translation of chapter title

840. Chapter 838 This power must be obtained

"Lu Yuan, I have my own choice; I don't need you to decide for me."

She held the Ice Crystal Long Whip, a hint of cold smile curling at the corner of her mouth, began to unleash ice-system immortal arts; as ice and snow swirled, chill spread everywhere, freezing the sword formation.

Lu Yuan couldn't help but frown, feeling the power of the sword formation being frozen; he realized that Zi Cui Ling was not just talking empty words, but had strength to back it up.

"This woman, she's really troublesome."

He muttered to himself, secretly developing respect for Zi Cui Ling's strength.

Su Liyan watched the scene nervously; she knew Zi Cui Ling's determination, and also Lu Yuan's sense of responsibility.

She could not choose which side to stand on; she could only silently pray that this confrontation would not turn into a tragedy.

Zi Cui Ling's icy gaze swept over the crowd; she realized she had drawn everyone's attention, this pressure made her feel a bit weary, but her inner obsession kept her resolute.

"Zi Cui Ling elder sister, stay calm!"

Su Liyan shouted anxiously, trying to break Zi Cui Ling's obstinacy.

Zi Cui Ling, however, gave no response; her gaze locked onto Lu Yuan, determined to break through his sword formation and seize another chance to absorb his power.

Within the sword formation, the thunder-fire power and ice-system chill intertwined, the scene extraordinarily fierce.

Lu Yuan exerted all his strength to maintain the sword formation, but felt his power draining rapidly, secretly anxious.

"Zi Cui Ling, don't force me to use greater power!"

Lu Yuan's voice carried a hint of helplessness and warning.

A frigid chill spread; Zi Cui Ling resolutely decided to go all out, no matter the cost.

The cultivators present stared agape; they saw two powerful cultivators locked in fierce combat, yet beneath lay deeper contradictions and conflict.

"Zi Cui Ling, you've reached your limit; continuing will only harm yourself!"

An elder couldn't help but speak up to advise.

Zi Cui Ling paid no heed; her whole body was enveloped in ice-crystal light, facing Lu Yuan without fear.

"The power I want must be obtained!"

Her voice carried obsession and resolve.

Zi Cui Ling, relying on her agile Shenqi and the special power combining poison and ice systems, engaged Xueying in a heart-pounding battle.

In the clash, she skillfully contaminated Xueying's demonic aura, causing it to be corroded by potent poison, preventing its magic from functioning properly.

Using this advantage, Zi Cui Ling ultimately defeated Xueying and temporarily stabilized the situation at Lei Huo Dan Ge.

This heart-pounding battle not only displayed her wisdom and combat skill, but also established her authority within the sect.

After Zi Cui Ling defeated Xueying, the entire area fell silent at once, only faint wind and burning sounds echoing in the air.

Her eyes gleamed with victory's light, yet at the same time her body revealed fatigue.

She gripped the Ice Crystal Long Whip tightly; sweat beads slid down her forehead, yet her heart brimmed with satisfaction and confidence.

Zi Cui Ling stood on the battlefield; her fatigue had not fully dissipated, but her eyes sparkled with the light of victory.

Lu Yuan and Su Liyan walked to her side, seeing her composed expression, their hearts filled with respect and worry.

"Elder sister, you're amazing!"

Su Liyan lightly patted Zi Cui Ling's shoulder, speaking gently.

Zi Cui Ling smiled faintly, feeling the support and encouragement from behind; her mood lightened at this moment.

"Thank you; without your help, I could not have won this victory."

She gazed gratefully at Lu Yuan and Su Liyan.

Lu Yuan looked deeply into Zi Cui Ling's eyes and said, "Zi Cui Ling, your strength keeps growing; I believe you can become the key to balancing power within Lei Huo Dan Ge."

Zi Cui Ling slightly furrowed her brow, pondering Lu Yuan's words.

She knew her strength had indeed increased, but to become the internal power balance point of the sect required more effort and support.

"Lu Yuan, what do you think?"

Zi Cui Ling turned to Lu Yuan, hoping to hear his advice.

Lu Yuan pondered a moment, then said, "I want to discuss some matters with you privately, concerning how we can jointly resist external foes and strengthen the sect's strength."

The three of them left the battlefield and came to a secluded secret chamber.

In the secret chamber, Lu Yuan got straight to the point: "Zi Cui Ling, I've noticed your strength has markedly increased recently; I think we can join forces to jointly face the threat of external enemies."

Zi Cui Ling nodded, indicating agreement.

"I also realized this; our cooperation can make Lei Huo Dan Ge more stable."

Zi Cui Ling and Lu Yuan pondered in the secret chamber, discussing how to jointly resist external enemies and enhance the sect's strength.

Zi Cui Ling said emotionally, "Lu Yuan, we must unite, together face external threats, only then can Lei Huo Dan Ge become stronger and more stable."

Her gaze was firm and deep, revealing loyalty and a sense of responsibility toward the sect.

Lu Yuan nodded in agreement, then continued, "I have a plan; I hope to gain your support."

"'We can unite other cultivators to jointly construct a formation for resisting external foes, thereby enhancing the sect's overall strength."

His eyes revealed a hint of excitement and determination.

After hearing, Zi Cui Ling pondered a moment, took a deep breath, and solemnly said, "Okay, I agree to your plan."

"'We will join forces to seek greater benefits for Lei Huo Dan Ge."

She and Lu Yuan shook hands; their trust and tacit understanding grew ever stronger.

Just as they were discussing the plan, Su Liyan hurried into the secret chamber, her face showing a hint of anxiety.

"'Zi sister, Lu Yuan, it's bad; we've encountered a group of aquatic demonic beasts, and the battle is extremely fierce!"

Her voice carried some tension and unease.

Zi Cui Ling and Lu Yuan immediately rose, fixed their gaze on Su Liyan, and inquired about the situation.

Su Liyan described the situation they had encountered, warning them to be careful in their response, because the aquatic strange beasts were extremely ferocious.

Zi Cui Ling furrowed her brows, her expression turning grave: "We must go to the battlefield immediately; we cannot let the aquatic strange beasts continue to threaten the safety of Lei Huo Dan Ge."

Her words revealed a sense of determination and decisiveness.

The three hurriedly left the secret room and arrived at the battlefield.

Before them was a chaotic scene, the aquatic strange beasts ferociously attacking the cultivators, the battle extraordinarily fierce.

Zi Cui Ling, Lu Yuan, and Su Liyan quickly launched a defense, fighting together to protect their companions.

Su Liyan, relying on her proficient use of ice-system immortal arts, defused a wave of attacks by the aquatic strange beasts, buying precious time for Zi Cui Ling and Lu Yuan.

Her figure flickered on the battlefield; as the Ice Crystal Long Whip danced, frost sprayed in all directions, repelling the aquatic strange beasts one by one.

Zi Cui Ling wielded the sword in her hand, the Thunderfire Sword releasing a scorching light as she engaged in fierce combat with the aquatic strange beasts.

Her eyes were full of fighting spirit and determination; each strike was precise and flawless, making the enemy dare not underestimate her. (End of chapter)