Seeking Immortality in a Bizarre World-Chapter 501 - 496 Reversal of War, Mahayana Perishes_1

Chapter 501: Chapter 496 Reversal of War, Mahayana Perishes_1

The Lingbao Sect, fully aware of the power of the Sect Array, why would they send the Taotie Behemoth to its death?

This was a prepared feigned death, merely a ruse to launch a surprise attack, catching the Xuantiandao Sect off guard.

Indeed, the Lingbao Sect’s strategy of feigning weakness proved effective.

The Xuantiandao Sect thought they had dealt with the Taotie Behemoth and focused all their efforts on the Great Lingbao Formation, never expecting the Lingbao Sect to have this trick up their sleeves.

Thousands of Lesser Taoties appeared; their size reduced, their strength weakened, but their speed increased.

Azure patterns surfaced on their skin as they swiftly rushed towards the Xuantiandao Sect cultivators.

The Xuantiandao Sect cultivators reacted quickly but were still a step too late; in a brief moment, hundreds of disciples had perished.

The combat power of the Lesser Taoties was not as formidable as the behemoth’s, but it was roughly on par with the Lianxu Stage.

They possessed the devouring power of Spells and Divine Skills, making conventional Spells and Divine Skills ineffective against them.

With no other choice, the Xuantiandao Sect cultivators had to use their Spiritual Treasures and Life-bound Magic Treasures.

The Spiritual Treasures of the sects in the Mysterious Realm were incomparable to those of the Lingbao Sect.

The Lingbao Sect had ensured that its elite members each possessed at least one Spiritual Treasure. In contrast, in the Xuantiandao Sect, only cultivators at the middle or later stages of Divinity Transformation had Spiritual Treasures, leaving others to rely solely on their Life-bound Magic Treasures.

These were ineffective against the Lesser Taoties, making it difficult to kill them.

The battle formations they formed were also scattered by the Lesser Taoties, preventing them from consolidating the Sect’s combat strength.

"Damn these things!"

Ancestor Qingyuan and Ancestor Qingxuan could no longer focus on attacking the Lingbao Sect’s Sect Protection Array; they hurried to deal with the Lesser Taoties to prevent more disciples from dying.

A Heaven-reaching Lingbao Qing Sword transformed into a sword wheel, sweeping across and slicing every Lesser Taotie into pieces.

On the other side, a giant folding fan expanded to a thousand-zhang size. With a forceful flap, it generated a raging wind that blew the Lesser Taoties away, tearing their bodies asunder.

While the Mahayana Realm and Body Integration Realm cultivators of the Xuantiandao Sect were ’clearing the miscellaneous’, there was movement within the Lingbao Sect once more.

"Deploy the Spiritual Treasures!"

The Lingbao Sect had prepared not just one war formation, but a second one!

Upon the order, the thousand Spiritual Treasures that hadn’t yet been used, along with dozens of Heaven-reaching Spirit Treasures, were thrown into it. A tremendous azure light radiated from afar, and a colossal, azure True Dragon, complete with scales and claws, manifested.

It materialized from the void, appearing above the battlefield.

The aura the Azure Dragon exuded was not much inferior to that of the Taotie Behemoth, and its timing was impeccable.

The Azure Dragon headed straight for Ancestor Qingyuan.

Influenced by an invisible force, the Lesser Taoties regrouped, once again transforming into the massive Taotie Behemoth and charging straight at Ancestor Qingyuan.

The combined force of two Spiritual Treasure beasts attacking Ancestor Qingyuan made their intent clear.

They aim to kill a Mahayana Stage cultivator.

Ancestor Qingyuan, having ascended to the Mahayana Realm not long ago, was not as strong as Ancestor Qingxuan and thus easier to kill.

Even if the Xuantiandao Sect could not be destroyed, killing a newly-ascended Mahayana Stage cultivator—a level of power that might not emerge again for several thousand years—would spell the Xuantiandao Sect’s decline.

Ancestor Qingyuan’s complexion changed drastically. Having witnessed the Taotie Behemoth’s tenacity, he dared not be the slightest bit careless.

Moreover, there was another Spiritual Treasure beast whose capabilities were unknown—the Azure Dragon.

"Divine Profound Dharma Form!"

Behind Ancestor Qingyuan, a three-thousand-zhang phantom emerged. It looked strikingly similar to Ancestor Qingyuan, with a colossal stature and a giant azure python entwined around its body.

The Divine Profound Dharma Form raised its hand to grasp, and a huge azure hand materialized out of the void, aiming for the Azure Dragon.

The Taotie Behemoth innately possessed the power to devour Spells and Divine Skills, making it a tough bone to chew and not easy to handle.

Its movements were slow, making its attacks easier to avoid.

Confronting the Azure Dragon is the wise course of action.

The True Dragon Spiritual Treasure Beast fixed its gaze on the Divine Profound Dharma Form, disregarding the azure hand reaching out to it.

The moment the azure hand touched the True Dragon Spiritual Treasure Beast, it crumbled instantly, unable to inflict the slightest injury.

With a roar from the dragon, Ancestor Qingyuan’s enormous Divine Profound Dharma Form dissipated, his Divine Soul stunned.

"This is bad!"

If the Divine Profound Dharma Form were still present, even if his Divine Soul was affected, he could have protected himself. Unexpectedly, the True Dragon Spiritual Treasure Beast could shatter his Divine Profound Dharma Form. Thankfully, I am not fighting alone.

Ancestor Qingxuan swiftly came to his aid, conjuring his Divine Profound Dharma Form—a colossal fire being wielding a huge fire spear—and hurled it first at the Azure Dragon Spiritual Treasure Beast.

The fire spear, like a streak of light, struck heavily upon the Azure Dragon Spiritual Treasure Beast. The beast, however, did not dodge, instead biting straight at Ancestor Qingyuan.

BUZZ!

A piece of black Jade Ruyi emerged—Ancestor Qingyuan’s protective Sky-reaching Spirit Treasure. Sensing its master’s peril, it acted promptly to shield him, blocking the strike.

The Taotie Behemoth opened its massive maw, generating a tremendous suction force, intent on devouring Ancestor Qingyuan.

"Xuantian Dao Talisman!"

A green jade talisman was crushed, and a figure in a dark Taoist Robe with an indistinct face materialized, exuding the oppressive spiritual might of the Mahayana Realm.

The Lingbao Sect might have Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasures as their foundation, but how could the Xuantiandao Sect not possess any?

This talisman possessed the power of the Dao Saint of Xuantian, each one capable of wielding the combat power of the Mahayana Realm.

"Vile beast, you dare act so ferociously before me!"

A palm struck towards the heavens, seemingly containing the universe within it. The Taotie Behemoth vanished into thin air...

Great Divine Skill: Universe in the Palm!

Ancestor Qingxuan, having used one precious Dao Talisman, showed a distressed expression. Such talismans became fewer with each use, and this was their last one.

Fortunately, Ancestor Qingyuan’s life was saved. As long as he’s alive, that’s what matters.

The ability of a single talisman was limited. After unleashing the Great Divine Skill: Universe in the Palm, the Dao Saint of Xuantian had disappeared without a trace, and the Taotie Behemoth did not return.

Now, as long as we can deal with the Lingbao Sect’s final trump card, everything will be fine...

The battle was still ongoing. The True Dragon Spirit Beast opened its mouth and expelled a breath of azure Qi, suddenly spewing it towards Ancestor Qingyuan.

Just as he was regaining his senses, his body shone with a flickering spiritual light as he attempted to dissolve the force of the wind.

Right at this moment, a dark shadow emerged from within the wind, expanding at an alarming speed. In mere moments, it transformed into a ten-thousand-zhang giant.

This was not the vanished Taotie Behemoth, but... Grand Ancestor Taiyuan.

Grand Ancestor Taiyuan of the Lingbao Sect, rumored to have already ascended... he’s still in the Mysterious Realm?!

"Law of Heaven and Earth!"

Unlike the illusory Divine Profound Dharma Form, this ten-thousand-zhang giant possessed a... real body.

He had Three Heads and Six Arms, his body emanating a jade-like divine light, surrounded by eight rays of treasure light.

It was the combination of the Treasure Light Body Refining Technique, the Law of Heaven and Earth, and Three Heads and Six Arms.

Among the six arms, one held the Xuantian Treasure Pagoda, while the other five hands each grasped a Sky-reaching Spirit Treasure.

"How is this possible?! Haven’t you already ascended to the Immortal Realm?"

Ancestor Qingxuan and Ancestor Qingyuan were both startled, utterly taken aback by the sudden appearance of Grand Ancestor Taiyuan.

They had only dared to make their move because they believed Grand Ancestor Taiyuan had left the Lingbao Sect. After several provocations and probes, the fall of Lingbao Sect Body Integration Realm cultivators, and the seizing of Lingbao Sect resources—all without any sign of Grand Ancestor Taiyuan—they had confirmed his departure. But unexpectedly, Grand Ancestor Taiyuan had descended like divine troops, catching them completely off guard.

Grand Ancestor Taiyuan didn’t respond. He only wanted to kill the two fellows before him. Such things would truly happen only after his own ascension. Attacking the Xuantiandao Sect head-on, even with treasures, to kill a Mahayana Stage Cultivator would not be easy. If the tiger is not slain, troubles will ensue.

Grand Ancestor Taiyuan had bided his time, waiting for the opportune moment of this great battle to strike fiercely.

"Die!"

The ten-thousand-zhang giant multitasked; a Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasure and five Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures unleashed their power simultaneously.

The Xuantian Treasure Pagoda emitted a radiant light, immobilizing Ancestor Qingyuan. Meanwhile, the other five Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures grew enormous and, swung by five arms, smashed down towards Ancestor Qingyuan.

"Treading the Starry River!"

Ancestor Qingxuan, entangled in battle with the Azure Dragon Spirit Beast and unable to rescue Qingyuan, decisively employed a Great Divine Power.

The void manifested the shadow of the Star River. Ancestor Qingxuan stepped through the celestial sea, and wherever he passed, the Star River and space shattered.

A thousand li in distance, bridged in a single step.

Ancestor Qingxuan reached out to grab Ancestor Qingyuan, aiming to save the future of the sect.

"Then, it’s you who will die!"

Grand Ancestor Taiyuan had originally intended to kill Ancestor Qingyuan. He was younger, possessed a longer lifespan, and could thus protect the Xuantiandao Sect for a greater duration.

However, seeing Ancestor Qingxuan desperately trying to save the other, Grand Ancestor Taiyuan, who also bore a bone-deep hatred for this old fellow, decisively shifted his target to him.

Enhanced by the Law of Heaven and Earth and Three Heads and Six Arms, a single palm could shatter mountains and rivers; with the support of various treasures, his combat power was astonishing.

Ancestor Qingxuan’s Divine Profound Dharma Form shattered first. His protective Sky-reaching Spirit Treasure had just appeared when it was instantly hammered into the ground, its spiritual light dimming.

The supporting treasure lights and Talismans were annihilated, unable to withstand the strikes of the Three Heads and Six Arms Law Manifestation.

The Calamity Substitution Talisman took effect; despite the oppressive force of the Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures, he managed to escape.

Without Ancestor Qingxuan’s protection, Ancestor Qingyuan suffered severe injuries.

His life-saving Calamity Substitution Talisman activated, allowing him to instantly flee tens of thousands of li.

"You can’t escape!"

With one step, Grand Ancestor Taiyuan seemed to cross worlds, an application of Inches Apart, Worlds Away, vanishing from sight.

From tens of thousands of li away, waves of destructive ripples pulsed continuously, several times over.

Then, the location of the conflict shifted, moving back and forth.

Grand Ancestor Taiyuan was pursuing the Mahayana Stage Cultivators of the Xuantiandao Sect, slaughtering their cultivators.

"Withdraw immediately!"

Both Mahayana Stage Ancestors have been driven off! If we linger any longer, we won’t be able to withstand Grand Ancestor Taiyuan’s fury. If not now, then when?

"Cut them down to the last!"

Only at this moment did the Lingbao Sect cultivators leave their sect and strike out.

Even though their Spiritual Treasures were still needed to maintain the Great Lingbao Formation, they were high-spirited and numerically superior; dealing with the Xuantiandao Sect was now easy.

In the blink of an eye, the tide of battle was reversed.

Finally, fortune smiled on the Lingbao Sect as they sounded the horn of a counteroffensive, ruthlessly beating the already defeated enemy.

Jia Ren didn’t let his head get hot and foolishly charge into the fray. Guarding the sect was paramount.

"Such a troublesome old bastard! Killed one, but one got away."

「A day later.」

Grand Ancestor Taiyuan returned, his body faintly leaking True Spirit Qi.

He was unable to suppress his Realm and was about to ascend.

To protect the Lingbao Sect, Grand Ancestor Taiyuan had tried every means possible to delay his time in the Mysterious Realm.

Unfortunately, he had ultimately reached his limit.

Still, the plan could be considered a success. Although the sect sacrificed one Body Integration Realm cultivator and several Lianxu Stage cultivators, they had slain one Mahayana Stage cultivator and six Body Integration Realm cultivators from the Xuantiandao Sect. With such a brilliant battle record for the Lingbao Sect, other sects would have to think twice before making a move. After all, who could guarantee that the "vanished" Grand Ancestor Taiyuan wouldn’t suddenly reappear? This would, at the very least, grant the Lingbao Sect a few hundred years of peace.