259: Forced to retreat

In this flash of lightning, during the momentary gap created when the Black-Robed Foundation Establishment Cultivator destroyed the Formation, Lin Jingyu made his move.

He pointed his fingers like a sword, and the pure Spiritual Qi of his Peak of Ninth Level Qi Refining condensed with the mighty Divine Thought forged by the Spirit Refining Art, which far surpassed that of his peers, merging into one.

His mind was clear, and all his attention was focused on a single point! Separated by the air, he pointed a finger out!

This single point carried the faint sound of wind and thunder, imbued with the Thunder True Intent he had comprehended!

The target was not the vital points of the body, but rather, with incredible precision and perfection, it shot toward the fleeting node of unstable Spiritual Qi that had just appeared on the Man in Black's surface due to the Formation interference.

That was the most vulnerable instant during the conversion of power!

"Sizzle!"

The extremely concentrated finger wind, containing Lin Jingyu's entire essence, Qi, and spirit, accurately pierced the most vulnerable crack in the ice layer like a red-hot needle, actually puncturing the incredibly solid protective Spiritual Qi.

The thunder completely erupted within it, flashing dozens of bolts of lightning.

exploding inside the Man in Black's body.

forcing him to suffer a silent loss.

Although he did not suffer a major injury, the Spiritual Qi within his body was interfered with by the power of thunder, causing some numbness and sluggishness.

"Huh?"

The Black-Robed Foundation Establishment Cultivator was truly astonished this time, even showing a hint of disbelief.

Not only could this kid set up an interference Formation beforehand, but his eyesight was also incredibly sharp and experienced.

How could he, in this rapidly changing confrontation with a vast difference in power Rank, accurately capture the tiny flaw in his Spiritual Qi circulation and use a point attack to break the surface?

What terrifying insight and control must this require? This simply defied common sense.

What was even more terrifying was that this person had actually grasped the Thunder True Intent!

His future potential was probably limitless.

Before he could think further and adjust his tactics, Lin Jingyu's offensive arrived continuously, like a fierce storm.

He did not engage in a head-on clash of Spiritual Qi with the opponent but instead utilized his own advantages to the extreme.

Relying on the extraordinary insight and meticulous control brought by the “Spirit Refining Art,” he continuously maneuvered and dodged.

The low-grade Talismans he occasionally threw out, although not high in Rank, were always launched at the most critical moment from the trickiest angles, providing perfect interference.

Interrupting the rhythm of the Black-Robed Cultivator, making him like a fierce tiger trapped in a swamp, possessing power but unable to unleash it fully.

This was the benefit of powerful Mental Energy: being able to anticipate the enemy.

For a time, he actually fought the Man in Black Foundation Establishment Cultivator to a standstill!

That set of spirit-disrupting Formations, although broken, still had lingering effects, continuously interfering with the Black-Robed Cultivator's Divine Sense perception and his smooth mobilization of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.

The people in the camp below were dumbfounded, their hearts stuck in their throats, almost forgetting to breathe.

They saw their Young Clan Leader, like a small boat in a raging storm, seemingly in perilous situations under the Foundation Establishment Cultivator's furious, thunderous, and supremely powerful attacks.

Every time a situation seemed certain to hit, he could always turn danger into safety within a hair's breadth, relying on exquisite movement techniques and skill.

The occasional, seemingly insignificant counterattack could always force the powerful Foundation Establishment Cultivator into a frantic state, making him defend or change his move, appearing incredibly frustrated, and even letting out one or two angry growls.

"This kid is strange! Definitely not an ordinary Qi Refining Cultivator! His movement technique, eyesight, Divine Sense, and control are ridiculously strong! Could he be a Disciple trained by some major power?"

The Black-Robed Cultivator grew more alarmed the longer he fought, even starting to sweat slightly on his forehead. He realized that although he possessed Spiritual Qi far surpassing the opponent's, he was restricted everywhere, like using a sledgehammer to swat a fly, unable to fully unleash his power.

He couldn't defeat this junior Qi Refining Cultivator in a short time! On the contrary, his own Spiritual Qi consumption far exceeded expectations because every attack was interfered with and interrupted, failing to achieve effectiveness. Anxiety and unease couldn't help but rise in his heart.

Just as his mind became slightly agitated and his offensive showed a subtle, hard-to-detect delay, several auras were rapidly approaching from the direction of Lin Family Village.

His expression sobered. If several Late Stage Qi Refining Cultivators assisted them, he would likely find it even harder to cope.

"Hmph! Kid, consider yourself lucky today!"

He glared fiercely at Lin Jingyu, his gaze utterly malicious, as if trying to deeply brand his image onto his Soul:

"Kid, this old man has noted you down! The mountains may not turn, but the rivers do. We will surely settle this score later! The next time we meet, I will definitely take your life!"

After dropping a harsh threat, his figure flickered, transforming into a blurred, distorted shadow that merged into the night, instantly vanishing without a trace.

Along with it, the suffocating Foundation Establishment pressure receded like a tide, as if it had never appeared.

The terrifying Foundation Establishment pressure suddenly vanished. Clarity returned to the world, leaving only the rushing sound of the stream, the heavy, bellows-like panting of the crowd, and the frantic heartbeats of those who had survived the ordeal.

Lin Jingyu slowly descended from the air, his body swaying slightly. An unnatural paleness appeared on his face, and his breathing was somewhat disordered.

He quickly took out a Medicinal Pill and swallowed it, stabilizing his churning Qi Sea and slightly stinging Divine Soul. The fight just now had seemed easy and carefree.

In reality, every moment was spent walking the edge of life and death. The consumption of Divine Sense and Spiritual Qi was enormous, and the burden on his mind was unimaginable. But he had ultimately succeeded in forcing back a true Foundation Establishment Cultivator.

As for the final escape method of the Man in Black, it did not escape his Divine Sense scrutiny.

However, he did not pursue.

His current strength made it too difficult to fight a Foundation Establishment Cultivator across Ranks.

"Young Clan Leader! The Young Clan Leader forced back the Foundation Establishment Cultivator!"

"My heavens! Ninth Layer of Qi Refining directly confronting Foundation Establishment and not losing! This... this is simply a miracle! A myth!"

"Hahaha! Our Lin Family also has such a person! Why worry about not prospering! Why worry about not flourishing!"

"Before, there were rumors that the Young Clan Leader relied on... Bah! They must be blind! The Young Clan Leader is a True Dragon!"

The camp instantly boiled over!

All the Lin Family Cultivators and mortal Martial Artists were too excited to control themselves. Cheers, shouts, and sobs rose one after another. The joy of survival mixed with the fervent admiration for Lin Jingyu.

Especially the newly arrived mortal Martial Artists, witnessing this mythical scene, felt their blood boil, trembling with excitement, their eyes filled with immense fervor and determination.

To be able to follow such a powerful Family Master was a blessing cultivated over several lifetimes.

Wang Meng was so excited that he punched the ground and roared:

"I'm definitely following the Young Clan Leader Immortal Master!"

Lin Jingyu quickly calmed the turbulent Spiritual Qi within his body, and his expression returned to normal.

His gaze swept over the excited crowd, and his voice clearly entered everyone's ears, carrying the power of reassurance and motivation:

"The crisis is temporarily resolved. Thank you for your hard work. Tonight's events clearly show that the outside world is watching us covetously. The path of our Lin Family's rise will certainly not be smooth.

However, as long as we are united in spirit, dedicated to our duties, and diligent in cultivation, why should we fear any challenge?

The Family will not forget anyone's contributions. Those on duty today will have their Contribution Points doubled. The injured should immediately receive Medicinal Pills for healing. Everyone return to your posts, remain vigilant, and continue your work."

His gaze lingered particularly on the newly arrived mortal Martial Artists:

"I have witnessed your performance today. The Lin Family has clear rewards and punishments and will never mistreat anyone who serves faithfully. The heaven-breaking pill, Contribution Points, and even Immortal Fate must all be earned through your own efforts."

"We respectfully obey the Young Clan Leader's command! We are willing to serve the Family until death!"

The crowd roared their assent, their voices unified and filled with unprecedented cohesion and drive. Fear dispersed, leaving behind passionate hearts thoroughly ignited and willing to go through fire and water for the Family.