Chapter 163: 106. Forced to Dual Cultivate! Wanning, please take care a lot in the rest of your life (6K big chapter)_2
It seemed as if the Secret Realm was about to collapse in the next moment!
"By the final command of the founder of Qinglan, I have come specifically to guide the two Sons of Destiny to the 6th level of the Sword Tomb, to retrieve our sect's supreme Sword Dao inheritance!"
A hoarse and gravelly voice seemed to descend from the Nine Heavens!
Everyone looked towards the source of the sound.
In the southeastern sky, they saw a colossal python, its entire body a kaleidoscope of five colors, wreathed in a golden divine radiance. It was looking down upon them, speaking in human tongue!
"What... what kind of monster beast is this?"
"Such a profound and powerful aura... Could it be a Monster Immortal that has passed its Tribulation?"
"A Monster... Immortal? Are we doomed? There's no way we can fight that!"
"All disciples of the Qinglan Sect present, heed my command! This beast is unstoppable! Follow me and retreat to the upper level immediately!" Xu Zhengqing, as the head of the Five Branch Chiefs, took the lead, stepping forward to cast a defensive Sword Array that enveloped everyone behind him!
At this juncture, Wang Lin, the Chief of Red Cloud Peak, said, "Don't be afraid! This is the steed of the founder of Qinglan, the Glaze Heavenly Python! The statue of the guardian Spiritual Beast in front of the mountain gate—that's it! It's one of us!"
Upon hearing this, everyone present breathed a collective sigh of relief.
But their curiosity only intensified!
Who were these Sons of Destiny the Glaze Heavenly Python kept mentioning?
Furthermore, it was common knowledge that the Sword Tomb had only five levels. Where did this sixth level come from?
At this moment, Lin Xiao was truly horrified. Even I, a man privy to the original plot, can't keep my composure now!
According to the original story, this Glaze Heavenly Python was supposed to appear in the next layer, the Red Heart Purgatory. In that layer, Zhu Wanning would develop feelings for Ye Chen, fail the "Red Heart" trial, and be snatched away by this Glaze Heavenly Python! Afterward, Ye Chen, attempting to show off, would also be swiftly disarmed and bundled away by the Monster Immortal. The two of them were then taken by this Spirit Python to the highest level of the Secret Realm, Dream Fairyland, where the classic scenario of Dual Cultivation in a secluded chamber would unfold!
Could it be... because I, the Destined Villain, showed such resolute killing intent towards Ye Chen, the Heavenly Dao sensed it? Did the plotline automatically correct itself, bringing forth Moon Princess and the Glaze Heavenly Python ahead of schedule to prevent me from killing Ye Chen here, before his destiny is fulfilled? This thought suddenly struck Lin Xiao, and just then, the Glaze Heavenly Python's eyes emitted a red light, completely enveloping him!
"A woman with the Asura Battle Body and a man with the Formless Sword Body—both are truly extraordinary individuals!" the python declared. "Ancestor, the two Sons of Destiny have been found. I have finally fulfilled your solemn charge!"
The Glaze Heavenly Python let out a sigh, then its massive maw gaped open! Within that blood-red abyss, a small world, wreathed in swirling mist, was taking form!
"No way! Is there a Secret Realm nested within this Sword Tomb's Secret Realm?!"
Witnessing this shocking scene, everyone was terrified and utterly bewildered! Then, the python's eyes turned crimson once more, shooting out two red rays!
Everyone scattered.
The two red lights landed squarely on Zhu Wanning!
"Hmph! What vile creature are you, impersonating the Ancestor's Spiritual Beast and playing such deceitful tricks?" Zhu Wanning scoffed coldly, drawing her Heavenly Frost Spirit Sword. "I don't believe you!"
However, in the next instant, her feet left the ground. Her body, drawn by an irresistible and mighty force, flew directly into the giant python's mouth!
But it wasn't over yet!
The terrifying giant python smashed through several stone pillars as it made its way towards Lin Xiao on the other side, once again opening its dreadful, gaping maw!
To everyone's surprise, the Eldest Senior Brother from Divine Phoenix Peak, who had just "destroyed the Dharma Appearance with one sword and effortlessly slain the sinful dragon," sheathed his Daoist Sword, seemingly abandoning any resistance!
"Well then—bring it on!" Lin Xiao spread his arms with a relaxed expression, as if welcoming something.
"Eldest Senior Brother! Yurong is here to protect you!" Guo Yourong surged forth from the crowd, her sword arcing towards the monstrous shadow!
However, her strike was far too slow!
The red light had already bathed Lin Xiao's entire body. Immediately afterward, he seemed to be lifted by an invisible giant hand, drifting straight towards the python's mouth!
I can't believe it still came to this...
Ah, Junior Sister Zhu, since what's done is done... please take care of me for the rest of our lives.
Master, your disciple has let you down!!!
Within the boundless spatial passage, Lin Xiao berated himself, yet a slight, almost imperceptible smile unconsciously tugged at the corners of his lips.
「Meanwhile.」
「Outside the Sword Tomb.」
As strange and incessant energy fluctuations emanated from the Sword Tomb, the Sect Leader, True Master Ziyun, and several Supreme Elders were poring over ancient texts when they unexpectedly uncovered secrets concerning the Seven-Star Demon Subduing Ring!
Instantly, everyone present was horrified!
Only Yuanyi stood at the very back, his face downcast, not uttering a single word.
Now that the incident had occurred, the senior members of the Qinglan Sect debated the necessary countermeasures, but their discussions quickly reached a stalemate!
Just then—
CHING!
A Spirit Sword was unsheathed!
A streak of azure sword light slashed across the sky. The formidable sword luminescence stretched across half the horizon, and the surging, overwhelmingly domineering Sword Intent even enveloped the entire Protective Sect Formation of the Qinglan Sect!
All disciples present were alarmed and hurriedly looked over.
They saw a tall, stunningly beautiful woman in a fiery phoenix robe. She held an Immortal Sword, her phoenix-like eyes wide and cold, and she stood with an imposing, austere aura! Facing her stood the ethereal Sect Leader, True Master Ziyun, along with a group of withered-looking Elders and Supreme Elders, all with stern expressions.
"I, Xiao Hongling, am not like you!" she declared. "Since an anomaly has already occurred in the Sword Tomb! If my disciple is in peril, I will not stand idly by!
"Never mind defying the Ancestor's edicts; even if the Grand Ancestor himself were here, he could not stop me!"