Chapter 70: Senior Sister Li Guijiao
The blood mist slowly dissipated, leaving Luo Xue unharmed.
It was as if the poisonous mist was just ordinary smoke and dust.
But it wasn’t!
The reason why Peerless Summit Sect disciples struggled in one-on-one battles against Temple disciples was because of techniques like this.
Once touched, their spiritual power would be contaminated with various poisons, becoming sluggish and difficult to control, making it hard to even execute their sword techniques properly.
They either had to dodge the techniques with movement skills or use exquisite swordsmanship to gain an advantage.
Luo Xue was the only one who just barged through…
“Innate Realm battle, Peerless Summit Sect wins.”
Everyone was shocked.
Not only the Temple disciples, but even the Peerless Summit Sect disciples were dumbfounded.
Blood Lord, on the floating platform, stood up, looking at the scene in disbelief.
Zou Junxin’s pupils constricted, but recalling Luo Xue’s special physique, he calmed down slightly, though some doubts remained in his heart.
The Calamity Poison Body could indeed absorb poison and use it for its own purposes, but there were limitations.
Poisons with spiritual imprints, once absorbed into the body, could easily clash with one’s own spiritual power.
The conflict between different types of spiritual power was always a major taboo. If not handled properly, it could lead to the loss of all cultivation, in severe cases.
But Luo Xue didn’t show any signs of spiritual power conflict, which was what puzzled Zou Junxin.
The Grand Elder of the Law Enforcement Hall was also shocked, but his expression quickly darkened.
“…Just a fluke.”
Although surprised, the Grand Elder, as a veteran Nascent Soul cultivator, had sharp eyes.
He quickly came to the same conclusion as Zou Junxin, but he believed that the reason Luo Xue could resolve the conflict was because she had cultivated a demonic technique that could absorb this kind of power.
Many demonic cultivation techniques could absorb the opponent’s spiritual power. Coupled with the Calamity Poison Body, this situation wasn’t surprising.
Of course, this kind of rapidly achieved demonic cultivation wasn’t without its drawbacks. It could even cause irreversible damage to one’s foundation.
As for this battle…
It was over the moment the blood mist had no effect on Luo Xue.
At least 70% of the combat power of the disciples from Blood Lord’s lineage in the Temple of the Nether Spirit relied on this troublesome Yin Blood Mist.
“This disciple of yours is quite interesting.”
Blood Lord, a veteran of thousands of years, quickly regained his composure and looked at the Peerless Summit Sect’s higher-ups with a smile, a hint of amusement in his eyes.
Some guesses formed in his mind, all related to the Demon Abyss.
He hadn’t expected the Peerless Summit Sect to possess some techniques from the Demon Abyss…
“Blood Lord, why don’t you watch a bit more.”
Zou Junxin’s expression remained unchanged.
“Heh.”
Blood Lord let out a cold chuckle, sat back down, and said no more.
The Temple disciples below, having witnessed Luo Xue ignoring the Yin Blood Poison, were still in disbelief.
After some discussion, another disciple at the peak of the Innate Realm stepped forward.
This time, he wasn’t shaken by Luo Xue’s words. Instead, he carefully followed the Temple’s battle tactics, trying to force Luo Xue into a disadvantageous position with poisonous techniques, then find an opening for a decisive blow.
This was the most suitable fighting style for the Blood Lord lineage of the Temple of the Nether Spirit. It was precisely because it countered the sword cultivators of the Peerless Summit Sect that they were sent here to challenge them.
It was a pity…
“Hiya!”
The moment she saw her opponent, Luo Xue raised her sword and charged forward.
Poisonous mist erupted around her, she ignored it.
Poisonous spiritual energy techniques struck her, she ignored them.
Even when the Temple disciple tremblingly raised his protective dagger for a last struggle, she ignored it.
She just charged forward, swung her sword, and another figure was sent flying.
This time, Luo Xue didn’t move, stabbing her sword into the ground.
“Next.”
This two-handed greatsword wasn’t very sharp; it was more like a blunt weapon.
Luo Xue had knocked down two opponents with these two swings, but she didn’t cut them in half—it was just a friendly competition, and causing deaths wouldn’t be good.
But the wounds she inflicted were all bloody and gruesome, making even the Demon Abyss disciples shudder.
Especially Luo Xue’s fighting style…
This wasn’t a cultivator; this was clearly a ferocious beast!
…Although Luo Xue, now infused with a trace of True Phoenix blood essence, was essentially no different from half a beast, and the 100 points added to her strength were terrifying.
Even the owner of the greatsword had never used such a fighting style, wondering if he had been using his sword incorrectly all along.
Although this white-haired girl was only at the Innate Realm, her display here forced even the Foundation Establishment cultivators of the Temple of the Nether Spirit to take her seriously.
“Could she be a body cultivator?”
“But the Peerless Summit Sect is famous for its sword cultivation… I’ve never heard of their body cultivation techniques.”
“No, body cultivators before the Spirit Condensation Realm, although different from ordinary cultivators, wouldn’t be… so powerful.”
“We should have brought a few disciples from the Shaoze lineage…”
The Nether Spirit disciples discussed amongst themselves, many with serious expressions.
Moreover, compared to her body cultivation, what was even more striking was Luo Xue’s complete disregard for the poison.
This was their biggest weakness.
The Shaoze lineage within the Temple of the Nether Spirit were body cultivators, at least they wouldn’t be countered so severely.
“Is there no one left in the Temple?”
Luo Xue said faintly, her expression still calm.
She returned their earlier taunt.
This wasn’t like the previous situation where Kong Lianbin had ambushed her. Under everyone’s gaze, the Temple of the Nether Spirit could only send out Innate Realm disciples to fight Luo Xue.
But the problem was, which Innate Realm disciple, seeing the heavy sword in her hand, wouldn’t be terrified?
Of course, they still had to talk tough.
The Spirit Condensation and Foundation Establishment disciples of the Temple of the Nether Spirit were still shouting for Luo Xue to come back and fight later, but their confidence had clearly weakened.
Who knew how terrifying this beast would become once she reached the Spirit Condensation or even Foundation Establishment Realm.
Powerful body cultivators were known for crushing opponents of the same level with their bare hands.
If they couldn’t even do that, they weren’t worthy of being called body cultivators.
Luo Xue waited for a while, and seeing no one stepping forward, she shook her head, dragged her sword, and walked back.
“There’s no one left in the Temple.”
Cheers erupted from the Peerless Summit Sect.
Luo Xue returned the sword to its owner, but the Senior Brother cupped his hands and said,
“No need to return it, Little Junior Sister. This sword is more suitable for you.”
“How is it suitable? I’m a delicate young woman, how can I use such a heavy sword?” Luo Xue blinked. “Besides, I’m a disciple of Falling Flower Peak…”
Falling Flower Peak disciples focused on using swords for techniques, emphasizing divine abilities rather than swordsmanship.
These words almost made everyone’s jaws drop, especially the disciples of the Temple of the Nether Spirit.
After such a violent display of combat, calling herself a delicate young woman was a bit too…
Luo Xue chuckled softly. She was, of course, just joking.
Having lived here for over a decade, although she wasn’t close to many disciples of the Peerless Summit Sect, she still had some feelings for them.
However, if her cultivation of demonic techniques was exposed, would her Senior Brothers and Sisters still treat her the same?
Luo Xue didn’t know, and she didn’t want to know.
Li Guixing looked at the returning Little Junior Sister, her excitement evident.
She hadn’t expected Little Junior Sister to be so strong!
Although her method of defeating the Demon Abyss disciples was a bit baffling, her victories were undeniable.
But amidst her happiness, Li Guixing was still a bit worried.
When Luo Xue returned to her side, Li Guixing hesitated slightly, then called out to her in a low voice.
“Little Junior Sister…”
“Senior Sister Li, what is it?”
Luo Xue stopped and looked at the somewhat hesitant Li Guixing, blinking.
This Senior Sister, who wasn’t much older than her, why did she seem so… timid?
Yes, timid.
Previously, hidden in the shadows, no one could see Li Guixing’s true appearance. Now that she had revealed her true face, she looked more like a shy little girl.
Li Guixing cautiously looked around. The Peerless Summit Sect disciples were still busy arguing with the Temple disciples, and the few gazes that fell on them were mostly directed at Luo Xue.
However, because Luo Xue was so petite, and surrounded by many Peerless Summit Sect disciples, she wasn’t very noticeable.
“Let me tell you something, Little Junior Sister,” Li Guixing whispered, “There are many Demon Abyss spies in our Peerless Summit Sect…”
Luo Xue’s expression immediately turned serious, and she asked in a low voice,
“Senior Sister Li, how do you know?”
She had just encountered Kong Lianbin, a Demon Abyss spy who wanted her life, and now Senior Sister Li was saying this. Could it be… there were more in the Peerless Summit Sect?
“Sixth sense.” Li Guixing said seriously. “I suspect Ye Liufeng is one, and also…”
She rattled off several names Luo Xue didn’t recognize, presumably disciples of the same generation.
Luo Xue’s expression grew even more serious as she listened.
Did Senior Sister Li really have the ability to sense Demon Abyss spies?
“…What about Senior Brother Kong?”
Luo Xue asked tentatively.
“Kong Lianbin?” Li Guixing was stunned. “He’s fine, what’s wrong?”
“…”
Luo Xue’s expression twitched.
“Little Junior Sister, what’s wrong?”
Seeing Luo Xue’s expression, Li Guixing was even more confused.
“It’s nothing.”
Luo Xue said listlessly.
The only confirmed Demon Abyss spy was considered “fine.” It seemed that Senior Sister Li’s sixth sense… wasn’t very reliable.
“So, Little Junior Sister, it’s best not to do anything that attracts attention in the future. It wouldn’t be good if you’re targeted by a Demon Abyss spy…”
Li Guixing said to Luo Xue earnestly, like an elder.
But combined with her previous words, Luo Xue couldn’t help but want to facepalm.
Besides, Senior Sister, your warning came too late. She had already been targeted…
“I’ll remember that, thank you, Senior Sister Li.”
Luo Xue bowed politely. Her proper demeanor made Li Guixing look flustered and at a loss.
Just then, the surroundings suddenly fell silent.
Luo Xue and Li Guixing, who had been chatting secretly, looked up and saw that the surrounding Peerless Summit Sect disciples had retreated a few steps.
“Guixing, having a good chat?”
An indifferent voice rang out.
Luo Xue looked towards the source of the sound and saw Hei Pao, the Peak Master of Underworld Water Ravine.
“Mas… ter…”
Li Guixing shrank back.
“You said earlier that you would fight for your Little Junior Sister.”
Hei Pao’s tone was as indifferent as ever, but Luo Xue clearly heard a hint of amusement.
“Did… I?”
Li Guixing’s eyes darted around, and shadows gradually covered her body.
Hei Pao ignored this and looked up at the Dao Platform, then towards the blood-red bone ship.
“The second representative of the Peerless Summit Sect for the Innate Realm battle, Li Guixing.”
With that, he pushed Li Guixing forward.
“Master, that’s not fair…”
Li Guixing wanted to cry. Since Little Junior Sister had already won, what did it matter if she fought or not?
Hei Pao didn’t say anything, but a faint smile appeared on his lips.
You little rascal, having finally caught you volunteering, how could he let you go?
However, when Hei Pao looked at Luo Xue, his gaze turned complicated.
“Go back first, Luo Xue.”
Luo Xue was silent for a moment, then nodded.
She turned and walked towards the depths of Falling Flower Peak, her back seeming a bit lonely.
Li Guixing stared blankly at Luo Xue. The next moment, as if having made up her mind, her lips moved slightly, sending a few secret words to Luo Xue.
“Little Junior Sister, actually… Li Guixing is not my real name.”
Luo Xue paused.
“My name is… Li Guijiao.”
Luo Xue turned slightly, a faint smile appearing on her lips.
“I’ll remember that, Senior Sister Li.”
Hei Pao just watched this scene, but didn’t say anything, silently returning to the Dao Platform.
In the shadows, a faint smile also appeared on Li Guijiao’s lips. She looked towards the Temple of the Nether Spirit, took a deep breath, and said,
“If Little Junior Sister can do it, I… should be able to do it too.”
The next moment, the shadow vanished, appearing in the small world of falling flowers, ready to face the Temple disciple.
…
If Luo Xue’s previous domineering fighting style had shocked everyone, Li Guijiao’s swordsmanship was terrifying.
Her ghostly sword, a blade without light, instantly took the heads of her opponents.
After a few rounds, the Temple disciples who fought against her trembled slightly, touching the bleeding sword marks on their necks.
This was still in the controlled environment of the arena. If they truly encountered such a sword…
Even those at the early stage of Spirit Condensation wouldn’t dare to guarantee their survival.
This was the Underworld Water Ravine of the Peerless Summit Sect. Because of its existence, no assassin organization dared to claim to be the best in the world.
Underworld Water Ravine was also known as the shadow of the Peerless Summit Sect. The missions they carried out were all shady dealings like undercover work, assassinations, and infiltration.
There were rumors in both the Immortal Domain and the Demon Abyss that if one was targeted by Underworld Water Ravine, even Nascent Soul cultivators would be in danger.
If the Soul Transformation ancestor of Underworld Water Ravine took action, even Soul Transformation experts of the same level would be terrified—the Dao of assassination was impossible to defend against completely.
“…The Peerless Summit Sect actually has such a talent. It seems you’ve been hiding your strength as well.”
Blood Lord retracted his gaze and continued to smile faintly, but he saw the same surprised expression on Zou Junxin’s face.
“…She’s that strong?”
Zou Junxin’s expression remained unchanged, but he secretly transmitted his voice to Hei Pao.
“I don’t know either,” Hei Pao replied. “I can’t reveal her parentage, but… her cultivation and combat skills were indeed taught by me, but even I didn’t expect her to reach this level.”
It was indeed difficult to hide the existence of a peerless genius, but Li Guijiao had hidden everything about herself, which was how she managed to avoid the attention of the Demon Abyss…
However, it was impossible to hide forever, which was why Hei Pao chose a suitable opportunity to let her stand before everyone.
A faint smile still lingered on Blood Lord’s wrinkled face, but it had cooled considerably.
He had originally thought this trip would be a complete victory, but the Peerless Summit Sect had managed to save some face.
Especially that white-haired girl…
How did she manage to be unafraid of the Yin Poison?
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