He wasnât the only one affected. Yan Zhaoge also sensed explosive saber qis by the lower part of the mountain valley.
Naturally, that was Yan Diâs counterattack.
Its mightiness caused the threeâs expressions to turn stern, robbing away a little optimism from them.
While they could tell that Yan Zhaoge and Yan Di were already in the Tranquil Profound Immortal Realm, Yan Diâs exceptional performance still exceeded their expectations greatly, âIs this the strength of a Profound Immortal?â
However, despite being taken by surprise, they werenât in a state of panic.
Daoist Qing Zhangâs expression remained calm, and he held a shortsword in his hand.
The entire shortsword was crafted with white jade, its surface glistening with luster. Only, its surface was filled with cracks, making it seem so fragile that it might break apart at any time.
However, the sword intent contained within was filled with majestic profundities, retaining its marvelousness.
Under Daoist Qing Zhangâs control, sword-lights flickered from the white jade shortsword, as if it was coming in contact with some existence in the sky.
When thinking back to Daoist Zhao Zhenâs mentioning of the Jade Cauldron Cultivated Deityâs cadaver being part of the seal, Yan Zhaoge guessed that Jade Cauldron Cultivated Deity mightâve left behind this white jade shortsword.
This allowed Daoist Qing Zhang and the others to lay down so many preparations, using their limited capabilities to transform the seal to attempt breaking out of it.
However, if this was all they had, their chances of escaping seemed extremely grim.
With how ruthless the Immortal Trapping Sword was, failure would only result in extremely dire consequences. Even death was considered normal.
However, if they conducted a blood ritual unto Yan Zhaoge and Yan Di, while their chances of success might be uncertain, it still added some slivers of hope.
Even if they failed, Yan Zhaoge and Yan Di would be the ones handling the consequences. Daoist Qing Zhang and the others had the opportunity to make a comeback later on.
Under Daoist Qing Zhangâs command, the blood radiances enveloping the entire Golden Cloud Mountain became even more vigorous.
The pressure inflicted onto Yan Zhaoge became more and more jarring.
This result made his heart sink a little.
He wasnât worried about himself. Instead, what they said earlier mightâve been the truth.
At the very least, Yan Xintang or Di Qinglian mustâve conducted a blood sacrifice to place this seal using the Immortal Trapping Sword.
Otherwise, the same conduct of blood ritual wouldnât have such glaring effects on Yan Zhaoge and Yan Di.
This implied that the connection between bloodlines was taking effect.
âAlright, I admit. I donât understand what youâre all thinking.â Feeling the pain throughout his body, Yan Zhaoge let out a long sigh, âJust like how some things are beyond your understanding, right?â
As he spoke, Yan Diâs attacks became stronger and stronger, as if he wasnât affected at all.
An Iridescent Cloud floated atop the mountain valley, which then bloomed like a lotus. It was enshrouded in haziness, permeating the feelings of chaoticness.
The instant the Grand Simplicity Splendour Cloud appeared, the influence of the blood ritual upon Yan Di decreased significantly.
âWhat is that thing?â Daoist Qing Zhangâs expression changed. He took in a deep breath and pointed his white jade shortsword toward Yan Zhaoge.
Red radiances coalesced together instantly, becoming more concentrated as they started shining upon Yan Zhaoge.
Yan Zhaoge smiled slightly, and dark-red splendors emitted from his body.
The chaos within his body calmed down his spirit that was experiencing the rampageous scorching sensation.
At the same time, Yan Zhaoge extended his finger and started tracing his fingers mid-air. Dark-red sword-lights danced around, forming several sword formations.
As these sword formations soared about, the oppressive force of the Golden Cloud Mountain was continuously disintegrating.
Upon seeing his actions, Daoist Qing Zhangâs expression changed thoroughly.
While Yan Zhaoge didnât show his outstanding prowess, he diligently disintegrated the seal entrapping him within the blood ritual. The subtleness of his actions made Daoist Qing Zhang, who was well aware of what he was doing, be taken aback with shock.
In contrast, Yan Zhaoge being proficient in the Immortal Trapping Sword Manual wasnât all that shocking to them anymore.
âLeave!â Daoist Qing Zhang made the call resolutely and turned around, feeling toward the deeper parts of the cave.
There, they had some paths of escape.
However, at that moment, Yan Zhaoge started taking action.
After resolving the oppression inflicted by the red radiances, his figure shook. Rays of air streams intertwined together, forming a Heaven Splitting Halberd.
Boundless darkness broke apart, causing brilliant splendors to bloom. Then, Yan Zhaoge rushed toward the cave.
As dark-red sword-lights flickered, Yan Zhaoge speedily chased after the three.
Dark-red sword-lights also appeared around Daoist Qing Zhangâs body.
He used the Jade Clear Jade Cauldron Cultivated Deityâs Immortal Trapping Sword Manual, lost to the outside world.
He brought Daoist Zhao Zhen and Yao Yuncheng along with him, soaring with sonic speed. His speed didnât pale compared to other Prime Clear Profound Immortals who cultivated the Immortal Trapping Sword.
Unfortunately, while he was fast, Yan Zhaoge was even faster.
As the red lights flickered, the distance between the two continuously got closer and closer!
As soon as they rushed out of the spatial crack from the cave, Yan Zhaoge had already chased up them.
Seeing how none of them could retreat, Daoist Qing Zhang retained his composed look, remaining calm and collected. Suddenly, he launched a counterattack, piercing his sword toward Yan Zhaoge!
Wherever his sword passed through, all lives ceased to exist any longer.
The Nine Heavensâ winds, the lava underground, the profound ice deep within the sea, the divine skyâs viridescent thunder... The entire world seemed to have changed. Creation solidified into an indestructible sword, which instantly slashed through the void.
The instant Yan Zhaoge rushed out of the spatial crack, he was instantly trapped between the two layers of space.
Daoist Qing Zhangâs attack timing was extremely precise.
His sword even showcased the essence of the Jade Cauldron Cultivated Deityâs Jade Clear sword art.
Within the sword, the two styles among the Jade Clear Veracious Sword Nine Styles â the âEradication of Lifeâ and the âEngulfment of Everythingâ fused, reaching a state of perfection.
He knew that Yan Zhaoge was proficient in the Immortal Trapping Sword Manual. Hence, this sword contained even his understandings toward the Jade Clear Immortal Trapping Sword, hoping to negate all possibilities of Yan Zhaoge escaping.
âNice attack.â Yan Zhaoge cheered. However, he didnât bother dodging at all. Dark-red sword-lights were released throughout his entire body, forcefully freezing all the changes happening between the boundaries of the two spaces.
Then, he punched forward, causing his Taiyi Fistâs fist intent to engulf the surroundings. He stopped Daoist Qing Zhangâs sword from transforming any further and accurately located Daoist Qing Zhangâs original sword.
Upon reaching his front, he flicked his finger on Daoist Qing Zhangâs sword.
Daoist Qing Zhangâs entire body trembled and suddenly couldnât hold his sword steadily anymore.
He was highly decisive as well. He threw his sword toward Yan Zhaoge and attempted to retreat.
However, with a pinch of his two fingers, Yan Zhaoge held the sword firmly.
Then, Yan Zhaoge pierced his sword forward. As if the heavens opened and the earth split, the sword immediately reached the front of Daoist Qing Zhang.
His two fingers pinching on the sword tip turned ninety degrees, horizontally slashing across Daoist Qing Zhangâs neck.
Daoist Qing Zhang quickly evaded, barely able to avoid injuring his neck. However, Yan Zhaoge spun the sword again, and the sword tip faced him again, piercing through the old Daoist, nailing him onto the floor!
Naturally, Daoist Zhao Zhen and Yao Yuncheng had no means of escaping. Yan Zhaoge extended his hand and grabbed them in his palms.
âAlright. Now, we can finally talk.â Yan Zhaogeâs expression remained unfazed and looked toward Daoist Qing Zhang, whose expression was filled with dire grimness.
He didnât ask why they had to attack Yan Di and him. Instead, he asked, âWhat did the Immortal Trapping Swordâs seal? Or rather, who is it sealing?â
The three remained silent.
âWhatâs wrong? Thinking of tricking me into opening the seal and hoping for that ensnared person to take revenge for you all?â Yan Zhaoge chuckled.