Chapter 58
The Seven Heroes of Wudang and Jin Ling might be able to hold them off, but they couldn’t protect everyone from such a wide-ranging attack. Prioritizing their lives over their pride, the three Heaven-Man experts decided to target the weaker disciples.
The Seven Heroes of Wudang were furious, “Despicable!!” They desperately tried to intercept the incoming attacks with their Seven Star Sword Qi.
Jin Ling roared to the heavens, his eyes frantic as he used his body to block some of the attacks.
Zhu Wushi chose to stay out of it, while Xie Xiaofeng hesitated but ultimately decided not to intervene, torn between his conflicting loyalties.
Only Yao Yue stepped forward, her voice cold, “You disgrace the Heaven-Man realm!” Though usually indifferent, she couldn’t stand by and watch the strong bully the weak. Her graceful palm sent out a powerful wave, intercepting part of the attack.
But the combined assault of Dongfang Bubai, Ding Peng, and the monk was too widespread. Even after being partially blocked, a significant portion still threatened the remaining Wudang disciples, posing a lethal danger.
The Seven Heroes of Wudang and Jin Ling were desperate.
Seizing the opportunity, the three Heaven-Man experts tried to escape.
The crowd sighed, finding it hard to believe that such esteemed experts could be so dishonorable.
All eyes turned to the celestial-like figure seated on the altar.
Ning Changge had opened his eyes at some point and was now quietly watching the fleeing trio.
What kind of eyes were those?
Calm, with no ripples, as if containing the five elements and the cycle of yin and yang. One look was enough to make anyone avert their gaze, afraid to even glance sideways.
“How dare you.”
With those two casual words, the world seemed to change in an instant!
Everyone felt as if the heavens themselves were shaking in anger.
Zhu Wushi and the others were terrified, “Why is the natural force so overwhelming?!!”
To the three Heaven-Man experts, this force felt ten times stronger than theirs. It was impossible. Even the most powerful Heaven-Man experts they had encountered were only two to three times stronger, not like this.
They watched in stunned silence as green spiritual light, accompanied by the natural force, swept across the battlefield. The rain of True Qi left by the three experts froze in place, as if time itself had stopped.
Then came a crisp cracking sound, as the frozen True Qi shattered into countless points of light, which gently fell over the Wudang disciples, filling them with joy and gratitude.
The disciples turned to Ning Changge, bowing deeply, “Little Martial Uncle’s power is invincible!!”
Jin Ling, previously raging, became docile in an instant. He shrank back to his original four-foot size and stood respectfully by Ning Changge, but no one dared to underestimate him now. The memory of him thrashing two Heaven-Man experts was still fresh.
Song Yuanqiao and the others breathed a sigh of relief, exchanging embarrassed glances. They had been so engrossed in the fight that they had almost forgotten about their junior brother’s presence. With him around, there was nothing to fear!
The shift in the disciples’ demeanor was astonishing. Yue Buqun and the others were thrilled to finally witness Ning Changge in action, their eyes wide with excitement, not wanting to miss a single detail.
All eyes followed the green spiritual light as it descended like a mountain on the three fleeing experts.
Their speed plummeted.
Dongfang Bubai was terrified, desperately trying to summon his own force, but it was like a child compared to the overwhelming power that had just descended.
Immortal techniques refined spiritual energy; when spiritual energy moved, the natural force followed. Martial arts couldn’t compare.
Dongfang Bubai gave in, his voice trembling, “Wudang is the holy land of martial arts. I, Dongfang Bubai, admit defeat. I will go back to Black Wood Cliff and not descend for ten years. I will avoid Wudang disciples at all costs!”
Ding Peng’s lips quivered, but he couldn’t bring himself to beg like Dongfang Bubai. His eyes grew more demonic as he looked at Ning Changge, his battle intent rising.
The Esoteric Buddhist monk remained silent, knowing the situation was hopeless. He was ready to face death, hoping to force Ning Changge to reveal his strength.
Ning Changge finally spoke again, his voice calm and indifferent.
“You must be punished.”
By attacking the third-generation Wudang disciples, the three experts had signed their death warrants.
Their expressions changed drastically.
“Fine! If you think you can bully me, then I’ll show you what I’m made of!” Dongfang Bubai’s face was dark, True Qi surging.
Ding Peng’s curved blade exuded even more intense demonic energy. In the face of life and death, he sought to rise from the ashes, using the immense pressure to elevate himself. It was a risky move, but he had no other choice.
The Esoteric Buddhist monk inhaled deeply, his emaciated body swelling once more, and his Dragon-Elephant Golden Body shone brightly, reaching its peak.
Ning Changge hadn’t even made a move, yet the three experts were already on high alert.
Everyone watched in anticipation.
Finally, Ning Changge acted.
He opened his mouth, and to everyone’s shock, a crimson light appeared, quickly transforming into a crimson spiritual sword!
The sight of him spitting out a spiritual sword left everyone in awe.
Such a technique was beyond mortal means!
With a gentle flick of his hand, he spoke calmly, as if stating a simple fact.
“This is the Carefree Sword Technique.”
In an instant, the crimson spiritual sword turned into a streak of light, slashing toward Dongfang Bubai. The speed was unmatched, leaving Dongfang Bubai feeling like a turtle in comparison. He felt a deep sense of powerlessness.
Ning Changge then turned to Ding Peng, forming two more sword seals.
“These two sword techniques, one is the Azure Dragon of Wood, the other is the Vermilion Bird of Fire. You shall die with no regrets.”
In a flash, two immense sword energies crossed the sky—one green, forming an azure dragon, and the other red, forming a vermilion bird.
The dragon and the bird soared together, attacking Ding Peng.
Ding Peng’s face grew solemn, fear and panic filling his heart. But he had already become a slave to his blade, letting the demonic blade take over, hoping to unleash his strongest attack.
Xie Xiaofeng watched in stunned silence, the techniques of controlling a sword and transforming sword energy into spirits leaving him in awe.
He had come hoping to challenge Ning Changge, but now he realized how foolish he had been. These techniques were the work of a sword immortal!
His eyes were filled with the brilliance of the sword energy, even as his own sword trembled in response.
Ning Changge continued.
He turned to the Esoteric Buddhist monk, his gaze briefly drifting toward Shaolin before he formed another seal.
“This is Pure Yang True Fire. It will refine your Dragon-Elephant Golden Body and help you ascend to the Western Paradise.”
With those words, a deep blue flame appeared out of nowhere, its terrifying heat seemingly capable of burning the void itself, creating twisted waves.
Everyone was shocked.
As the Pure Yang True Fire appeared, they felt their True Qi and inner strength evaporating.
Those who had witnessed the Shaolin Dragon-Slaying Conference shivered in terror. Compared to the Pure Yang True Fire Ning Changge had displayed through talismans back then, the current fire was several times more terrifying!
The deep blue fire flashed and landed on the Esoteric Buddhist monk.
The roaring flames burned brightly, reflecting the shock in everyone’s eyes.
When Ning Changge finally acted, it was earth-shattering!
“Such techniques are like those of a true immortal! Today, we are fortunate to witness this!”