170: Calculation

Within the valley, the mist was thick, visibility was limited to about seven feet in front, and spiritual sense couldn't penetrate the white mist.

Zhou Luo followed in the crowd, his expression calm, observing the surroundings.

The other Cultivators gripped the Magical Artifacts in their hands tightly, wary of every bush and tree, their expressions solemn.

"Everyone, this is considered a safe zone, but from now on, everyone must be careful of attacks from within the mist."

"Also, don't fall behind. We have already explored a relatively safe route. If we can pass through, we can smoothly reach the valley."

Lu Ming's voice slowly sounded from the front, and everyone couldn't help but move closer to him.

Zhou Luo also took out the Xuantian Sword, scanning the surroundings vigilantly.

Generally speaking, formations only have a single function.

But powerful Array Masters, in order to make their formations more comprehensive, will simultaneously imbue them with various functions.

The function of a formation is also an important reference standard for testing the strength of an Array Master.

Often, the more comprehensive the Array Master's functions, the higher their grade.

A Second-Order Formation Master can simultaneously possess two functions, while a Third-Order can possess three.

To encompass all functions, one must be at least Sixth-Order or above.

This formation should currently be one set up by a Second-Order Formation Master.

The formation they set up is more powerful than those of the same grade.

Even Zhou Luo would need some Time to break the formation.

Because this is not just one top-grade formation, but two.

No wonder no one has broken this formation after so long.

It seems the dragon blood grass is most likely still within the valley.

It's just unknown if there are other heavenly materials and earthly treasures behind this grand formation.

Whoosh whoosh whoosh—

Suddenly, dozens of sounds of things cutting through the air abruptly rang out. Something was moving through the mist, moving extremely fast.

Everyone reacted as if facing a formidable enemy, offering up their Magical Artifacts one after another, looking towards the source of the sound.

The next second, countless ice blades carrying a chilling frosty aura shot towards everyone. The surrounding temperature dropped significantly as a result.

Zhou Luo quietly retreated behind the crowd.

The others immediately took action, releasing various Cultivation Methods. Dazzling spiritual light burst forth, forming a brilliant scene within the mist.

Lu Ming and his companions just watched coldly, their gaze sweeping towards Zhou Luo behind the crowd, their eyes slightly flickering.

Soon, the attack was easily resolved, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

"Daoist friend, why didn't you take action?"

Just then, Lu Ming suddenly spoke, smiling as he looked at Zhou Luo behind the crowd.

At the same Time, everyone else also looked over in unison, their faces showing displeasure.

"You want to enter the valley without doing anything? There's no such good thing." The big man from before walked towards him with his large saber and said sternly.

"Then why don't they need to take action?" Zhou Luo's eyes were calm as he counter-questioned.

"We are Array Masters, so naturally, we have more important things to do." Another Lu Family Disciple blurted out.

"Then I am also an Array Master, so naturally, I don't need to take action either." Zhou Luo shrugged, his expression indifferent.

As soon as these words came out, everyone was in an uproar.

Especially the big man, his eyes filled with a scrutinizing gaze.

The others also showed hesitation.

Only in Lu Ming's eyes did a strange light flash, and then he immediately stepped forward with a smile: "I didn't expect Daoist friend to be an Array Master, my apologies."

If the other party was really an Array Master, perhaps they could play a big role in the upcoming formation breaking.

So winning him over was necessary.

Zhou Luo waved his hand: "I'm just a middle grade one, I can't compare to you."

Lu Ming's smile deepened, and he introduced himself: "My name is Lu Ming, and this is my younger brother Lu Chou. May I ask Daoist friend's name?"

Just a middle grade Array Master, then won't it be easy to manipulate him later?

If something unexpected happens, he can also be used as a scapegoat.

"I won't change my name or my surname. I am Xu Changsheng." Zhou Luo said seriously.

Hearing that the other party's surname was Xu, Lu Ming's eyes darkened slightly.

If he wasn't from a Immortal Family, then it would be even easier to handle.

But he still needed to confirm his identity. Maybe the other party was also a Disciple of the Azure Origin Sect.

Lu Ming cupped his hands in salute: "May I ask Brother Xu's lineage?"

"I'm just a Loose Cultivator." Zhou Luo said straightforwardly.

Hearing that the other party was a Loose Cultivator, Lu Ming was completely relieved.

It seems the other party really isn't a Disciple of the Azure Origin Sect.

Otherwise, with the temperament of those guys, they would definitely put on a big show.

"Since Brother Xu is an Array Master, then everything was a misunderstanding." Lu Ming said with a chuckle.

Seeing this scene, the other Cultivators, although dissatisfied, didn't say anything.

In a place like this, the value of an Array Master was much higher than theirs.

"Brother Xu, do you have any insights regarding this formation?" At this moment, Lu Ming asked again.

"I'm just a middle grade Array Master, I really don't dare to say I have any insights. I'll have to rely on you then." Zhou Luo pretended to be apprehensive.

"Brother Xu, what are you saying? The path of Array formation is inherently profound and unfathomable. We can just study it slowly together."

Lu Ming said this on the surface to comfort him, but in his heart, he had already begun to plot how to make this guy take the blame.

"Stop dawdling, let's keep going."

Listening to the conversation between the two, the big man said somewhat impatiently.

Lu Ming wasn't annoyed and said to Zhou Luo: "Please come with us, Brother Xu."

Zhou Luo didn't refuse and walked to their side. The three of them walked together towards the deeper parts of the mist.

Before long, they encountered another attack.

Zhou Luo still didn't move, leaving everything to the group of Cultivators behind him.

Just as the big man said, if you want to gain something, you must pay a price. This was what they should pay.

When they finally reached an area where the mist was thinning, Lu Ming, with a smile, transmitted his voice to Zhou Luo: "Brother Xu, we have explored this area before."

"Straight ahead is a dead end, and there are two other directions. Which way do you think we should go?"

This path was one that Lu Ming and the others had spent a long Time exploring. They had already explored the area directly ahead and successfully found a formation base.

At that Time, after destroying the formation base, the formation was still unaffected.

They concluded that there were other places where formation bases existed.

So they had originally intended to try going to the left or right, but they had encountered extremely fierce attacks.

With their strength, they were not enough to pass through.

This was why they had gathered everyone here, to clear the way for them and confirm whether formation bases existed.

Zhou Luo's eyes flickered.

It seems the other party wanted to make him take the blame.

Compared to the two of them, as a top Array Master, he didn't need to explore. Relying on his powerful spiritual sense, he was already familiar with the situation here.

He also knew that both of these paths were extremely dangerous, and with the strength of this group of people, if he didn't take action, they would definitely suffer heavy losses.

Regardless of whether a Formation base was ultimately discovered, he, as the one who pointed the way, would definitely have to bear the pressure from others.

So Zhou Luo said calmly: "My cultivation level is low, I really don't dare to make a decision."

Lu Ming continued to transmit his voice to comfort him: "It's okay, we have been studying this Formation for a long Time. Sometimes, perhaps it's exactly an outsider who is needed to give us inspiration. Just say what you think."

Zhou Luo sneered inwardly.

I believe you, you old scoundrel, you're up to no good.

He even said to give them inspiration. In fact, he was deliberately using voice transmission to make everyone confused, thinking it was his decision, and then make him take the blame.

Facing this situation, Zhou Luo deliberately stopped using voice transmission and said loudly: "Brother Lu is right. I think we should go to the left. What do you think?"

The other party taking the initiative to speak was something Lu Ming hadn't expected.

He was smiling on the surface, but in his heart, he was already cursing.

If it was voice transmission, everything could still be operated secretly. Now, everyone was watching.

No matter what decision he made, once an accident occurred, everyone would definitely point the finger at him.

Who made him an Upper Grade Array Formation Master while the other party was only a middle grade one?

In this situation, Lu Ming had no other choice but to grit his teeth and say decisively: "Let's try going to the left."