The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings - Chapter 2175 - 2120–2121: Breaking Two Arrays in Succession, Xun Wind Blocks the Path (Part 2)
Chapter 2175: Chapter 2120–2121: Breaking Two Arrays in Succession, Xun Wind Blocks the Path (Part 2)
The Chi Dragon took a step forward, activating his movement technique. In an instant, he landed within the Earth Destruction Array. He activated his Protective True Qi to block the oncoming Fiery Flame Power and swung his long sword, creating arcs of white light that fended off the obstructive flames ahead. He charged towards Di Tu, as only by slaying him could the formation be completely dismantled; otherwise, even if he blocked the flames, he would be exhausted to death.
“Even if the true Chi Dragon were to personally use his Innate Divine Ability, he couldn’t freeze the Earth Fire and would surely meet his end here. Yet you, possessing only a mere sword, dare to wishfully think you can break my formation. It is pure delusion.” Taoist Di Tu sneered. Within this great formation, he was the sole ruler, able to move at the speed of thought. Unless one possessed overwhelming power to suppress the entire formation, it was impossible to truly capture his figure.
“Earth Core Flames, boil rivers and seas! Power of Earth, mire your feet deep!” He suddenly appeared behind Daoist Chi Long, his long sail in hand stirring, transforming the endless sea of fire into a roaring fire dragon that engulfed Daoist Chi Long.
It was not that Daoist Chi Long did not wish to evade, but as he tried to dodge, he found that the ground on which he stood had abruptly turned muddy, pulling him down with a seemingly infinite force, making it impossible for him to budge an inch.
Before long, a Chi Long Cold Ice Sword appeared in the air, and Daoist Chi Long fell within the great formation. However, after accomplishing all this, Taoist Di Tu’s expression remained indifferent. Daoist Chi Long was merely relying on the power of his Divine Weapon; once oppressed by the great formation, he could not withstand his supreme strike.
He had long ceased to care about the Supreme Overlords who perished in his formation. Only by truly slaying the top-tier Supreme Overlords of the Taoist Academy would it be worthy enough to accompany his senior brother in death.
“Who else dares to court death?” Taoist Di Tu manifested his Dharma Appearance, the image of a massive flame giant in an earthy hue towering behind him, overwhelmingly powerful, its sole hand covering the heavens, channeling the power of the Earth Destruction Array into its body.
Though he had subdued his opponent, a cautious vigilance lingered in his heart, a nameless unease stirred by his senior brother’s fall. Cultivators often possess their own spiritual sense, and while it might not always predict events bound to happen, unease often hints at impending anomalies.
“Four Symbols, go and break the Earth Destruction Array, capture the opponent; soon, we shall hang him before the Cloud Platform and see how those of the Dayan Sect explain themselves!” Fourteen Instructors stated with an unmoving face as fierce aura shot from his eyes.
He intended to thoroughly provoke the opponent, to infuriate them completely, thus forcing them to reveal more of their power, thereby allowing the continuous dismantling of the Eight Tiagrams Absolute Array.
Four Symbols Taoist held the Four Symbols Locking Heaven Ring in his hand, a treasure refined by a True Immortal of the Taoist Academy, possessing the power to trap and lock away strong opponents. Even those Supreme Overlords who have comprehended the peak of the Immortal Path, if caught off guard, would be ensnared by the Four Symbols Locking Heaven Ring, losing all of their divine power.
“I shall obey Instructor’s order!” Four Symbols Taoist saluted and spoke in a steady voice.
This was a formidable expert of the Taoist Academy who had not only cultivated the Body Refining Technique of the Human Immortal Path but also mastered the Four Images of Earth, Fire, Wind, Water, which allowed for unparalleled escape techniques among the academy’s experts. “Mere Earth Core Fire cannot block me!” Four Symbols Taoist swept his gaze across the sky, relaxing his brow as he employed the Fire Escape Technique, stepping into the great formation in an instant.
A powerful Magic Sword, forged with Supreme Primordial Qi, imbued with the enduring power of the Immortal Path, pierced the firmament, slashing towards Taoist Di Tu.
Taoist Di Tu’s expression turned solemn, the massive flame giant behind him akin to a divine figure, unleashing powerful attacks with both hands to block the Magic Sword of Four Symbols Taoist. Facing this strike from a top-tier Supreme Overlord, he dared not be even slightly careless.
At that very moment, a streak of light flashed from Four Symbols Taoist, instantly binding Taoist Di Tu with the Four Symbols Locking Heaven Ring, which he ceremonially activated at the critical juncture.
The Four Symbols Locking Heaven, Earth, Fire, Wind, and Water, embody the primal forces of creation, revolving perpetually on Taoist Di Tu, suppressing the Primordial Qi within him, rendering his grand divine powers unusable.
In just a brief moment, Four Symbols Taoist broke through the array, carrying Taoist Di Tu back to the front of Fire God City.
“Hang him at the forefront of the Cloud Platform!” Fourteen Instructors commanded without giving the opponent a chance to speak, forming Dharma Seals with his hands to seal all of the opponent’s divine powers before handing him over to the Wind and Thunder Taoist.
The Eight Trigrams Divine Array had consecutively broken two great formations, having slain two cultivators of the Taoist Academy, causing minimal damage to the academy. Although the two academy powers were Supreme Overlords, they were not truly top-tier experts.
Within the Xun Wind Formation, Wind Taoist’s expression abruptly shifted, descending into a great fury. Distantly, a flagpole rose, with his second senior brother’s form hanging aloft, filling him with extreme anger. This was an enormous insult to their fellowship and a profound disgrace to the Dayan Sect.
In their brief coming down from the mountain, one had died and one had been captured—it was a humiliating blow.
“These Taoist Academies dare to humiliate us so; we must show them what’s what. No need to hold back; we shall ensure none are left standing,” Wind Taoist bellowed furiously, stirring up a whirlwind as he activated the Xun Wind Formation. The array patterns glimmered with light, fiercely sharp.
“Without the Wind Stabilizing Pearl, even a True Immortal Strong must suffer defeat, unable to break the Xun Wind Formation. The Earth, Fire, Wind, and Water forces, which emerged with the dawn of Chaos, are enough to collapse all heavens. No matter who comes, they shall surely be slain!” Wind Taoist resolved firmly within his heart.
Though his senior brother’s fall had not provoked such wrath, as losing in a strong duel could be rationalized, this brazen capture and deliberate suspension were utterly humiliating.
“You thieves dare to disgrace our senior brother so; do you dare to come, break my Xun Wind Formation?” Wind Taoist drove the great formation, transforming into a huge furious wind giant, roaring as if echoing from the ancient past.
“The Xun Wind Formation is exceedingly difficult to break, encompassing a hint of Earth, Fire, Wind, and Water powers from the dawn of Chaos, and the terrifying Samadhi Divine Wind. Without the Wind Stabilizing Pearl, it is impossible to thoroughly dismantle it. Having broken two great formations already today, the Xun Wind Formation demands another day’s effort!” The Fourteen Taoist frowned, his face somewhat grave, and spoke slowly.
While two great formations had been dismantled successively, he felt neither exuberance nor greed to engage in another battle just yet.
The dismantling of the Heavenly Extinction Array and the Earth Destruction Array was due to a coincidental opportunity and the opponent’s arrogance. Their continuous failures had inflicted a severe blow to the opponent’s morale, simultaneously alerting them to the possibility of awakening.
Moreover, the Xun Wind Formation differed from the two previous divine arrays; its Divine Wind was too fearsome, not something brute force alone could unravel. The Divine Wind must be steadied, lest its consumption would trouble even a True Immortal.
Seeing the expressions of others, Fourteen Instructors continued, “The Xun Wind is hard to break, but I know a Taoist Friend with a Wind Stabilizing Pearl. I’ve already sent a message to him. Feng Leizi, send someone to borrow the Wind Stabilizing Pearl quickly; this formation can naturally be broken.”
This Taoist Friend was not from the Taoist Academy but an Independent Practitioner who once cultivated there. Sending someone to borrow the Wind Stabilizing Pearl was one thing, but it also served to gauge this Taoist Friend’s attitude.
With a great catastrophe looming, many powerful beings needed to choose a side. If this Taoist Friend was willing to lend the Wind Stabilizing Pearl, it would mean he veered towards their support.
Amidst the competition of various power factions, even the Taoist Academy, despite its strength, strives to win over various powerful figures, enhancing their side while weakening the opponent.
However, such calculations are better understood than spoken outright. It’s believed this Taoist Friend grasped the implications, as this choice pertained to the line between ally and adversary.
