Novel11 #424 - Tianyun Sect and Xuanyu Sect
#424 - Tianyun Sect and Xuanyu Sect
On the surface, the two were all smiles, but in reality, each harbored their own secret agenda.
Just then, Fairy Lingyan gracefully arrived, smiling and saying, "The few stray cultivators who didn't know any better have been dealt with, and I've set up a small formation, enough to deter Core Formation stage old monsters."
She continued, "I haven't been able to fully decipher the restrictions here either."
Li Chengfeng's mind stirred, realizing from the conversation that the other party was also a formation master. Immediately, his attitude became even more respectful, while secretly remaining vigilant.
He said, "Rest assured, Senior. What I'm best at isn't controlling insects, but the art of formations."
With that, he began to set up a formation. His movements seemed broad and simple, with nothing particularly outstanding, but each time a rune landed, the restrictions would subtly change, revealing exquisite details in the subtleties.
Fairy Lingyan's brows relaxed as she watched, her eyes burning with passion.
As a fellow formation master, this was the first time she had encountered an opponent with such formidable strength and even more unpredictable techniques.
She knew that her own attainments in formations were unmatched within the same realm, and even old monsters of formations would have to admit defeat.
However, the strength displayed by Li Chengfeng was far beyond her reach.
His techniques, though unassuming, and his runes, though ordinary, unleashed immeasurable power once integrated into the formation.
With a sudden burst of white light, a doorway appeared ahead, leading to a spacious hall.
Around the hall, purple pillars were arranged, with bizarre and profound runes inscribed on them, causing anyone who glanced at them to tremble in their hearts, as if their souls were about to be sucked away.
The woman recognized the formation as the "Soul Gathering Formation," an ancient formation thought to be lost. Although the name was ordinary, its power was astonishing.
This formation could gather the resentment of countless wandering souls within tens of millions of miles of Hailian Island. After years of accumulation, its terror was unimaginable.
Just as she felt fear in her heart,
Li Chengfeng stepped forward, entering the formation, and said, "Senior, I'll scout ahead to ensure safety before inviting you in."
Yu Chun also followed closely behind, smiling obsequiously, "This junior is also willing to accompany Fellow Daoist Insect Demon to explore the mysteries within."
Having said that, Yu Chun followed right behind.
He was meticulous, knowing that this Insect Demon was extremely cautious and would never venture in lightly unless he was sure it was safe.
Therefore, he followed without hesitation. Li Yuchengfeng also didn't mind. Fairy Lingyan's beautiful eyes darted around, her divine sense penetrating deep within to carefully investigate, and only after confirming that there was nothing wrong did she slowly step into the formation.
As soon as she stepped into the formation, with a buzzing sound, the surrounding scenery changed dramatically, and everything seemed to disappear without a trace.
They found themselves in a huge, empty hall, surrounded by ninety-nine towering stone pillars. These pillars stood majestically, with strange runes flowing on them, emitting a special power that made people feel cold.
Fairy Lingyan suddenly burst out a ball of flame, like a beacon in the night, illuminating the surroundings.
Her eyes were bright as she warily observed her surroundings.
Li Chengfeng stood still, not making any rash moves.
Yu Chun was even more cautious, closely following behind Li Chengfeng, afraid of taking a wrong step and being doomed forever.
Although Fairy Lingyan's attainments in formations were not shallow, she knew that she was far inferior to Li Chengfeng.
She turned to Li Chengfeng and asked, "Insect Demon, what do you think of the restrictions here? What exactly is this place? Why do I feel a gloomy and terrifying aura?"
Li Chengfeng smiled and said, "This is an ancient temple, at least tens of thousands of years old."
Fairy Lingyan's pupils constricted upon hearing this, and she asked in surprise, "You can even tell that?"
Li Chengfeng continued, "I've read countless ancient books and saw a similar record in an unnamed ancient book.
The patterns here are completely consistent with the description in the book, and the formation techniques here are ancient and obscure, but most of the structure is simple and clear, naturally formed.
This technique has long been lost. According to my deduction, this formation style should belong to a work from 100,000 years ago.
With the passage of time, formations and restrictions are constantly evolving, but there are always some rules to follow."
Fairy Lingyan's beautiful eyes sparkled, and she exclaimed, "Insect Demon, your understanding of formations is simply masterful.
But why do you still command those insects to become Insect Demons? Isn't that detrimental to the image of a formation master?"
Li Chengfeng smiled and said, "Although I have a talent for formations, I am more fond of insects.
The Way of Insects is the root of what I truly seek. It's like someone who can run fast but doesn't want to escape, but has their own pursuits and persistence."
Fairy Lingyan chuckled upon hearing this and said, "That makes sense. Then, please break the maze here immediately.
This hall seems empty, but I believe the benefits must be hidden somewhere, perhaps in those pillars, or perhaps there are secret rooms in other directions.
It all depends on you. After it's done, I will definitely give you more benefits."
Without her reminding him, Li Chengfeng naturally wanted to find the benefits, otherwise why would he come here?
Stepping into the hall, he immediately felt a clue and believed that the direction he was pursuing might be hidden here, which could help him break through the realm, which made his eyes burn with passion.
He felt that nothing was more real than improving his realm.
Facing such an opportunity, how could Li Chengfeng miss it?
He nodded slightly, his expression solemn, and began to pace, warning, "Do not walk around, follow closely behind me.
A difference of one step may trigger a killing formation. At that time, even gods will be difficult to save. With our current strength, I am afraid it will be difficult to escape."
Although his tone was light, it revealed an unquestionable firmness, which made Yu Chun's heart tighten. He immediately followed closely behind, his eyes fixed on Li Chengfeng's feet, fearing that one step would lead him into a trap.
Fairy Lingyan chuckled softly. She had studied formations quite a bit and knew that there were indeed killing formations here, but those formations were all set on the pillars. As long as they were not attacked or touched, there would be no problem.
She saw that Li Chengfeng was deliberately mystifying, but she didn't mind. As long as she could find the treasure and uncover the secrets of this place, the struggle between the two of them was insignificant to her. She was indifferent in her heart and didn't take it to heart.
Li Chengfeng paced back and forth in the hall, eventually walking in one direction, with the two following closely behind.
Suddenly, with a buzzing sound in the hall, an octagonal square formation diagram appeared in front, and with a surge of fluctuations, six people fell out of it. They were ragged, but their eyes were bright, obviously having discovered a treasure.
One of them shouted excitedly, "Haha, we're rich! This must be a treasure from a secret realm or an ancient cave. Let's split it evenly!"
Before he could finish speaking, he stopped abruptly, because they discovered Li Chengfeng and the other two.
Among these six people, there was one Core Formation stage cultivator, and the rest were Foundation Establishment stage cultivators. Obviously, the Core Formation stage cultivator was the center. Facing the sudden appearance of the three, they were heavily guarded. In this strange space, any unknown could make people feel fear.
The leading Core Formation stage cultivator was of medium build, with skin like black iron, wearing blue tight-fitting clothes, and his gaze turned to Fairy Lingyan.
Suddenly, he chuckled and said, "So it's Fairy Lingyan. It seems that the fairy is also here to seek treasure."
Fairy Lingyan also recognized the other party and replied with a smile, "So it's Fellow Daoist Duan Ning. I wonder how you appeared here? Could it be that your Tianyun Sect also discovered the opportunity here? And how did you enter?"
Duan Ning chuckled and said mysteriously, "Immortals have their own clever plans, Fellow Daoist doesn't need to ask more.
Since we have all appeared here at the same time, then whether this treasure should be split evenly or how, the fairy can decide. My Tianyun Sect is not afraid of your Xuanyu Sect."