A Disciple from the Longyang Lineage declared loudly, sword qi swirling around him, and the Disciples behind him from the Longyang Lineage also stepped forward, their aura oppressive.
Before treasure, the strong prevail. Weakening other lineages means their own lineage will gain more resources next year.
"But my Senior Sister has already received the inheritance. Anyone who dares to step forward and disturb her cultivation is an enemy of my Chen Ming Peak, and my Shibo will not stand idly by."
Men Shao looked around, speaking cautiously.
"Is this bringing out your Shibo because you can't win? The victor is king, the loser is a bandit. If you can't hold it, you should let go."
Luo Tianqiao of the Longyang Lineage sneered, looking at Qin Yue elegantly seated in the stone statue forest, a hint of greed flashing in his eyes.
With a Heaven-grade divine ability laid out before them, there was no reason to refuse. Especially since this opportunity was discovered by their Longyang Lineage.
Although it was originally to hunt down Qing Feng that they accidentally discovered this stone forest and broke through the outer protective formation, none of that mattered anymore.
What was important was the opportunity bestowed by heaven; how could they let it slip away?
"Luo Tianqiao, do you take us for air?" Lyu Le of Ziyan Peak's gaze was like a knife, and many Disciples followed him out, sword qi permeating the air.
"So what if a few of you come at once? If Lan Lie and other Nascent Soul Realm experts don't come, what can you do?" Luo Tianqiao took another step forward, his sword qi chilling.
The seven lineages of the Beast Taming Sect each had their strengths, but in terms of Disciple strength, the Longyang Lineage had a slight edge, because in addition to the Beast Taming Sect's own resources, they also had the support of the Da Liang Empire.
With the same talent and effort, those with more resources naturally had an advantage.
The Disciples of the two factions were at daggers drawn, sharp sword qi filling the surroundings, forming a deadly zone where anyone of insufficient cultivation would instantly turn to dust upon entering.
Just as an explosion was imminent, the light above Qin Yue's head shone again, and an invincible aura surged, making everyone's hearts race and feel a strong sense of oppression. This was also why no one dared to act rashly until now.
A sword cultivator losing their immortal sword would significantly decrease their strength. However, feeling the intense battle aura around them, the people of the Longyang Lineage could no longer suppress the impulse in their hearts. After all, being able to suppress the opponent showed that their own strength should not be underestimated!
After this conflict, the relationship between the Longyang and Purple Rock lineages fell into a prolonged freeze. No one could accept watching their opponent grow stronger.
"The treasure is right before us, why hesitate?" Luo Tianyi stood at the very front of the Longyang Lineage, a long roar breaking the stalemate.
"Martial Brother." Seeing Luo Tianyi arrive, Luo Tianqiao's face lit up with joy. Although Luo Tianqiao was slightly older, Luo Tianyi's strength was superior.
"Senior Brother, since the inheritance is here, let's make our move. No matter when or where, we are destined to fight."
With that, Luo Tianyi's gaze was like a torch, directly looking at the Disciples of the Ziyan Lineage, Golden Core power condensing into a sword in his hand, and a giant golden dragon roared out, its momentum magnificent.
Here, although weapons could not be used, for those who had reached the Golden Core Realm, it was not difficult to transform Golden Core power into a sword blade, though the power would be somewhat weakened without the aid of magical artifacts.
However, since everyone was on the same starting line, this was not a disadvantage.
The sword light was brilliant, as if it would tear through the sky and reverse the universe.
Lyu Le was surprised that Luo Tianyi would attack so decisively. His heart was startled, and his hasty counterattack was easily repelled.
Seeing this, the other members of the Ziyan Lineage immediately surrounded him to rescue, while Luo Tianyi showed no fear, continuing his powerful and unstoppable assault.
His name seemed to foretell everything was destiny. In his view, his will was destiny. Both at the Golden Core Ninth Level, the Disciples of the Ziyan Lineage were simply no match for him.
Seeing this scene, the people of the Longyang Lineage also joined the battle, sword qi crisscrossing, and both sides were fiercely engaged.
The Disciples of Chen Ming Peak, led by Men Shao, protected Qin Yue, but as the number of enemies increased, they gradually became overwhelmed, and soon some were injured.
Suddenly, a gust of black wind swept through, and the Great Mysterious Dog rushed out, simultaneously spitting out Lu Ran, who joined in resisting the enemies.
"Fifth, Great Black, where is Qing Feng?" Men Shao asked after parrying an attack from a Dragon Yang Peak Disciple.
"In my stomach," the Great Mysterious Dog replied curtly, then released surging netherworld killing intent, condensing into an Asura Golden Body, taking a sword strike head-on, and biting off a Disciple's arm alive.
In this place where magical artifacts were not allowed, relying purely on close combat, the demonic beasts clearly had the upper hand.
Except for those Nascent Soul Realm experts who, for unknown reasons, failed to arrive in time, almost all Golden Core Disciples participated in this chaotic battle, and the scene was exceptionally intense.
Soon, many Disciples fell. Although they belonged to the same sect and no one intended to kill, many were still injured. On the battlefield, blood stained the ground red.
Although the Great Mysterious Dog's Golden Body was damaged, he still stood firmly in front of Qin Yue, protecting her.
The main function of the Golden Body was defense, and after multiple battles, its signs of breakthrough became increasingly apparent. It was only a pity that it lacked opportunities for practical combat kills, otherwise it might have achieved a breakthrough during the battle.
Qin Yue continued her cultivation under the Great Mysterious Dog's protection. However, Qing Feng, hidden within the Great Mysterious Dog, felt an inexplicable unease.
Before he could ponder what was happening, suddenly, the female immortal effigy above Qin Yue's head began to vibrate violently, and a powerful energy wave erupted outwards.
It shook the surrounding Disciples, sending them stumbling and spitting blood. Those at the Foundation Establishment stage almost fainted, and only those at the Golden Core stage barely managed to stand firm.
Qing Feng frowned at the sight, directly appearing from within the Xuan Dog, startling the Great Mysterious Dog. He ignored the chaotic crowd around him and walked straight towards Qin Yue. "Don't disturb Qin Yue, she is currently receiving a blessing."
Just as Qing Feng approached Qin Yue, a sword light flashed, and Dao Lord Zisu arrived gracefully, standing with her hands behind her back, like an otherworldly sword immortal.
"Greetings, Aunt-Master Zisu." Others saluted upon seeing her.
"A blessing? This is an ancient method of inheritance, where part of the power and insights are transmitted through specific items, and the recipient undergoes a cleansing of marrow and tendons after receiving it," Qing Feng said.
Dao Lord Zisu nodded.
"No, all blessings are accompanied by a spiritual energy baptism. Usually, after the physical transformation is complete, a certain amount of magical power is left behind to help the recipient break through their realm. In some cases, they even directly break through their cultivation relying solely on spiritual energy," Qing Feng suddenly said seriously.
This was a precious legacy left by predecessors from ancient times for their descendants, a way of indirectly imparting cultivation that could allow the recipient to ascend to heaven in one step.
But the current situation was different; without the tempering of real combat and killing, one could not break through. The result could only be an inability to bear the power of the imparted cultivation, leading to an explosion and death.
The smile on Dao Lord Zisu's face instantly froze, revealing a hint of surprise.
A thought flashed in her mind, and a powerful force suddenly surged from the female immortal effigy, rushing directly towards Qin Yue. For the first time, a look of pain appeared on her beautiful face.