sinovels Chapter 68 The Great Battle Ends
Chapter 68 The Great Battle Ends
The balance of power in the battle has been completely tilted due to the combined counterattacks of the human race, the demon race, and the spirit realm reinforcements.
The ancient demon army suffered over half its casualties, and the remaining ancient demons were divided and surrounded, finding themselves in a desperate situation. In desperation, some of the fiercest ancient demons began to employ a frenzied tactic of mutual destruction!
"boom--!"
A mid-stage Nascent Soul ancient demon, besieged by several demon cultivators, saw no hope of escape and, with a glint of madness in his eyes, chose to self-destruct his demonic infant without hesitation!
A terrifying burst of demonic energy erupted instantly, like a black sun rising over the battlefield! Several demon cultivators nearby were caught off guard and were instantly engulfed by the violent demonic energy, turning to ashes before they could even scream. The shockwave from the self-destruction swept outwards, even affecting distant battles.
Wang Tianlong was pacing the edge of the battlefield, preparing to find his next target, when he was caught off guard by the sudden self-destruction. Although he reacted extremely quickly, instantly setting up several layers of wind shields, the power of a mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivator's self-destruction was terrifying!
"puff!"
Wang Tianlong felt an irresistible force slam into his chest, shattering his protective wind shield layer by layer. A sweet taste rose in his throat, and he couldn't help but spit out a mouthful of blood. He was thrown hundreds of feet away like a kite with a broken string before he could barely regain his footing, his face instantly turning pale.
"Wang Tianlong is injured!" Kong Yu, the ancient demon leader who had been staring intently at him, suddenly had a look of wild joy and ruthlessness in his eyes!
"A good opportunity! If I can kill this man, I can not only avenge the arrow wound, but also achieve a great feat!" Kong Yu's mind raced, and he could no longer care about getting entangled with Xuan Qingzi. He took a hit from Xuan Qingzi's silver whisk and his figure turned into a black lightning bolt, rushing towards the injured Wang Tianlong without regard for anything else!
He raised his demonic blade high, gathering all his demonic energy, and unleashed a terrifying blade of light, a hundred feet long and powerful enough to tear through the void, carrying an unwavering killing intent, slashing down at Wang Tianlong!
"Wang Tianlong! Prepare to die!" The lingering, sinister laughter was like the call of death.
Wang Tianlong suppressed the surging blood and qi within his body, his pupils shrinking slightly as he stared at the rapidly enlarging, terrifying blade light. In his prime, he would naturally be fearless, but now, injured, taking this attack head-on would have unpredictable consequences.
"Want to kill me? Not so easy!" A cold glint flashed in Wang Tianlong's eyes as he made a decision in an instant.
run!
Without the slightest hesitation, Wang Tianlong's Sky-Stepping Boots shone brightly with azure light, and he activated the Wind-Stepping Technique at full power! His figure blurred, and at the critical moment, he transformed into a faint, almost imperceptible azure streak, narrowly avoiding the fatal blow!
The blade struck down, cleaving a bottomless chasm in the earth below, yet it didn't even touch the hem of Wang Tianlong's clothes.
"Where do you think you're going!" Kong Yu roared, giving chase.
However, how could he easily catch up with Wang Tianlong's escape techniques? Wang Tianlong moved like lightning, dashing left and right across the battlefield, his trajectory unpredictable. Kong Yu tried his best, but could not close the distance. Instead, he was led around in circles on the battlefield by Wang Tianlong, wasting his magical energy.
What worried Kong Yu even more was that during the time he was chasing Wang Tianlong, the situation on the battlefield had completely deteriorated.
Without the available command and restraint, the remaining ancient demons fell like wheat under the exquisite battle formation of the spirit realm cultivators and the frenzied counterattack of the demon race cultivators. Xuan Qingzi was also able to free up his hands to begin clearing out the ancient demons that attempted to self-destruct, thus stabilizing the situation.
"Leader! We can't hold on any longer! Retreat!" A wounded Nascent Soul Ancient Demon shouted hoarsely into the distance.
Kong Yu suddenly turned around and saw that he had very few men left, while Xuan Qingzi and other cultivators from the Spirit Realm, the Dragon Clan Chief and others were flanking him from three directions!
He himself had also suffered serious internal injuries in the battle with Wang Tianlong and Xuan Qingzi, and his demonic energy had been greatly depleted.
"Damn it!" An unprecedented sense of despair and resentment welled up in Kong Yu's heart. He knew that all was lost. If he didn't leave now, he would really die here today.
"Wang Tianlong! I will remember this grudge! I will repay it a hundredfold in the future!" Kong Yu glared venomously at Wang Tianlong, who was leisurely watching him from afar, and uttered a harsh threat. Then, without hesitation, he burned some of his essence blood, turning into a streak of blood light, and fled desperately towards the distant horizon.
Upon seeing this, the remaining ancient demons scattered and fled in all directions, their forces routed.
Wang Tianlong watched the retreating figure disappear into the distance, but did not give chase. He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, a hint of apprehension flashing in his eyes.
"You ran fast. But... my 'cut count' is almost up too." He felt the feedback from the "system" within his body, and a satisfied smile appeared on his lips.
As the ancient demon leader Kongyu fled in panic, the remaining ancient demons scattered and collapsed like stray dogs. The cultivators of the spirit realm and the allied forces of humans and demons did not pursue them too far, after all, one should not pursue a desperate enemy, and they had also suffered considerable casualties and urgently needed to rest and recuperate.
The battlefield was a scene of utter devastation, littered with corpses—some of ancient demons, but many more of them belonging to demon race and human cultivators. Blood stained the valley red, and the air was thick with the pungent smell of blood and burnt flesh.
The dragon patriarch's enormous dragon body slowly shrank, transforming back into human form. His face was pale, his breath weak, and blood still seeped from numerous wounds, but his eyes were filled with the relief of surviving a calamity and gratitude for the reinforcements. Despite his injuries, he bowed deeply to Xuan Qingzi and the others: "Thank you all for your timely assistance; otherwise, my demon race might have faced annihilation today!"
"Fellow Daoist Jiaolong, there's no need for such formalities. In the face of this demonic calamity, the human and demon races should stand together in solidarity." Xuan Qingzi quickly returned the greeting, his expression solemn. "Although the ancient demons have retreated, they have not lost their vitality. We must discuss our next course of action as soon as possible."
At this moment, Wang Tianlong was suspended in mid-air, seemingly adjusting his breathing and healing his injuries, but in reality, he was focusing his mind on his body, taking stock of what he had gained from this battle.
"The self-destruction of an ancient demon in the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm... its power is indeed remarkable." He examined his own body and found that his meridians were somewhat injured, but not seriously. With his cultivation level and the pills he had taken, he would recover in a few days.
What pleased him even more was the feedback from the "system".
"The number of kills has increased by dozens more!" Wang Tianlong's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile. This battle not only proved his strength as a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, but also earned him a generous mission reward.
More importantly, the value he demonstrated in battle has earned him the respect and attention of Xuan Qingzi and other forces. This will greatly benefit his future actions in the human realm.
"Fellow Daoist Wang, how are your injuries?" Xuan Qingzi flew over and asked with concern.
Wang Tianlong opened his eyes and smiled calmly: "It's nothing, just a minor injury. I'll recover after a short rest."
"That's good." Xuan Qingzi breathed a sigh of relief. Wang Tianlong was a crucial fighting force on their side. "This time, thanks to Fellow Daoist Wang's bravery, he held back that demon Kong Yu and even killed several ancient demons. His contribution is invaluable!"
"Fellow Daoist Xuanqing, you flatter me. I was merely doing my part," Wang Tianlong said modestly. His gaze swept over the cultivators below who were collecting the corpses of their companions, and his expression became more serious. "Although the battle has temporarily eased, the main force of the Ancient Demons is still intact. I wonder what your plans are next?"
Xuan Qingzi exchanged a glance with the arriving Flood Dragon Clan Chief and said in a deep voice, "I have discussed this with other fellow Daoists in the Spirit Realm. The situation in the Chaotic Star Sea has basically stabilized, but the ancient demons are still rampant in the Great Jin mainland and other regions. We have decided to set off immediately to return to Kunwu Mountain to meet with the Linglong Demon Consort and Senior Xuanhun to discuss a counterattack plan!"
"Kunwu Mountain..." Wang Tianlong's eyes flashed. It was now the core of the Human Realm Allied Forces and the place with the best information network. He wanted to learn more about the ancient demons, the Yuan Sha Saint Lord, and even the secrets of the Heavenly Void Jade Book.
"I am willing to go with you all," Wang Tianlong said without hesitation. "The human realm is in chaos right now, and my strength is limited. Only by fighting alongside you fellow Daoists can we find a glimmer of hope in this chaotic world."
"Excellent!" Xuan Qingzi was overjoyed. "With Fellow Daoist Wang joining us."
The Flood Dragon Clan Chief then spoke, "Our demon race has suffered this great calamity and needs time to recuperate and rebuild our homes. But fighting against the ancient demons is our inescapable duty! After I make some arrangements, I will dispatch elite troops to accompany you all to Kunwu Mountain!"
Once the agreement was reached, everyone decided not to delay any longer.
The spirit realm cultivators and human cultivators began repairing the teleportation array, preparing to return to Kunwu Mountain. Meanwhile, the demon cultivators began clearing the battlefield, treating the wounded, and rebuilding their homes.
Wang Tianlong watched the busy crowd with a calm heart. He knew that heading to Kunwu Mountain meant he would be officially drawn into this grand war concerning the survival of humanity. The road ahead was fraught with peril, but he was fearless.