Immortal Path Space

Chapter 413: Elite of the Sect

As the yellow-clad Peak executed a strike and prepared to strike at another Demonic Beast, a burly figure flew out from the midst of the beast horde, delivering a powerful punch directly towards the Peak.

Although this figure appeared robust, it was dwarfed in comparison to the enormous Peak, much like the difference between an ant and an elephant.

But to everyone's astonishment, this Daoist Master figure actually completely withstood the pressure from the Peak.

"Is this a fourth-tier Demonic Beast?"

"It is said that fourth-tier Demonic Beasts can transform into human forms and cultivate at a faster rate."

Just as people were discussing, two more figures flew out from the Demonic Beast group, evidently also fourth-tier Demonic Beasts.

These two fourth-tier Demonic Beasts didn't engage in combat but instead launched an attack directly towards the protective sect formation.

"You beasts! How dare you!"

Facing the full force of the Demon Clan, two figures flew out from the direction of the Heavenly Authority Peak, emitting a powerful aura that enveloped the entire area.

Two Nascent Soul ancestors emerged from the sect's formation, engaging in a fierce battle with the three fourth-tier Demonic Beasts.

Meanwhile, on top of the Heavenly Authority Peak, in a grand hall, a large gathering of cultivators had assembled.

"Now, our Qingxu Sect is on the brink of danger. Each of you is an elite of the Qingxu Sect, bearing the heavy responsibility of revitalizing our sect's millennia-old heritage."

The Sect Leader of Qingxu Sect spoke with a deep and solemn tone. Qingxu Sect had established a secret base in the treacherous lands of the Southern Region over twenty thousand years ago.

The Southern Region, also known as the Southern Continent, had a hostile environment, with various forces such as demonic sects, rogue cultivators, and ghostly factions vying for control.

A venerable sect like Qingxu Sect would not easily relinquish its territory and had already quietly extended its influence there. This time, they planned to relocate all their elite members to the Southern Region and quietly develop their strength. When the time was ripe, they would return to reclaim their lost territory.

"Now, let's call the roll." A Golden Core Elder stepped forward, holding a register.

"Qi Shaoqing!"

"Here!"

"Zhou Leshan!"

"Here!"

...

"Zhang Chunfeng!"

"Here!"

"Wang Hong!"

...

"Wang Hong?"

...

"Is Wang Hong present?"

There was still no response. The Elder made a note beneath Wang Hong's name. Most of those who hadn't arrived were in grave danger.

Zhang Chunfeng wanted to say something but hesitated. Since the retreat, he hadn't received any news about Wang Hong. He had inquired about Wang Hong's whereabouts from Liu Changsheng, who, although unaware of Wang Hong's situation, had assured him that Wang Hong was safe.

All he could do was hope that Liu Changsheng's words were true and that Wang Hong was unharmed.

After going through the entire list of names, the Sect Leader of Qingxu Sect said, "Junior Brother Zhou, the future of Qingxu Sect is now in your hands. We hope that one day, you all can reclaim the East Zhou!"

"Master, are you truly not planning to leave with us?" Zhou Shiqi asked with a solemn tone.

"Qingxu Sect's millennia-old heritage has been lost under my watch. I feel indebted to the ancestors of Qingxu Sect. Only through death can I repay this debt. Moreover, sacrifices must be made to ensure your safe escape. As the current Sect Leader, it is my duty," Qingxu Sect's leader said calmly.

"Master!"

Tears welled up in Zhou Shiqi's eyes as he prostrated himself on the ground, and the other cultivators in the hall followed suit.

In the past, they might have competed and jockeyed for power for their own interests, but at this moment, their hearts were filled with nothing but Qingxu Sect.

From a Storage Bag, Qingxu Sect's leader took out several Jade Boxes and handed them to Zhou Shiqi, saying, "Over there, there are only a few medium-grade spiritual viens, not as good as what we have here. These were extracted from Qingxu Sect's Spirit Vein during this time. Take these with you and cultivate them when you reach the new settlement."

After receiving the Jade Boxes, Zhou Shiqi was instructed once more, "Once the Large Formation is breached, two Nascent Soul ancestors will engage the enemy's fourth-tier Demonic Beasts, and I will lead a team to break through and create an escape route for you. After defeating the enemy's three-tier Demonic Beasts, the two Nascent Soul ancestors will also join you."

Wang Hong and their group were two days away from Qingxu Sect's location. Just a day ago, they had received information from scouts that the Demon Clan had intensified its attack, seemingly preparing to breach the protective sect formation. Upon hearing this news, they had quickly gathered their forces and set out quietly towards Qingxu Sect.

Their group consisted of ten thousand people, with two and a half Golden Core cultivators. Yi Huai, who was injured and had reduced combat capabilities, counted as half. In addition, they had a three-tier demonic bird and several hundred Foundation Building cultivators, making them a formidable force.

While they were on their way to Qingxu Sect, they suddenly sensed a significant Spiritual Qi disturbance ahead, which should be at Qingxu Sect's location. Even though they were a day's journey away, they could sense such a strong Spiritual Qi disturbance, indicating that Nascent Soul cultivators were involved.

"Everyone, increase your speed. I'll go ahead!" Gu Yuan shouted, using his escape technique to turn into a streak of light and lead the way to Qingxu Sect. The rest of the group followed suit, rushing towards the battlefield.

In just half a day, they reached their destination. They hid in a distant mountain and observed the battlefield at Qingxu Sect. At this moment, Qingxu Sect's protective formation had been breached, and humans and Demonic Beasts were entangled in fierce combat.

In the sky, two Nascent Soul cultivators were locked in battle with three fourth-tier Demonic Beasts. Despite being at a disadvantage, the two Nascent Soul cultivators didn't back down.

The shockwaves of their clashes occasionally swept over the battlefield below, causing casualties on both sides, without distinguishing between friend and foe.

In addition, a figure floated in the high sky, a woman with a normal face and limbs, but with a furry tail growing from her back, swaying leisurely. This Demonic Beast hovered in the high sky, closely monitoring the Nascent Soul cultivators' battlefield and the one below, ready to intervene at any moment.

Sloppy Old Daoist instructed everyone to meditate on the spot to recover their energy. They had just rushed here at full speed, which had drained their strength, and they didn't have any Spirit Wine for recovery. Joining the battle at this moment would be ineffective, so it was better to conserve their strength and wait for the right opportunity.

An hour later, a group of cultivators suddenly charged out from the direction of the Heavenly Authority Peak. Leading the charge were three Golden Core cultivators, and their advance was swift. Anyone who tried to stop them was swiftly cut down.

In the center of this group, they protected around a hundred elite cultivators, including both Foundation Building and Golden Core cultivators. Among them, Wang Hong recognized several familiar faces.

The three leading cultivators at the forefront were Qingxu Sect's leader, the Blue Dragon Hall Master, and the White Tiger Hall Master, all Golden Core cultivators. There were also the Vermilion Bird Hall Master, the Black Tortoise Hall Master, and over ten Golden Core cultivators surrounding them.

Among the protected cultivators, Wang Hong saw Pill Hall's Master Mei and some young Golden Core Elders, including Qi Shaoqing and Zhang Chunfeng.

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