236: Zuo Qiushu, Yun

"Protect Eldest Sister!"

Zuoqiu Yi's expression was anxious; although Eldest Sister was very strict with her and forbade her from being with Lin Fan, Eldest Sister's position in her heart was still irreplaceable, even surpassing her own life!

Therefore, seeing Eldest Sister in danger, before her mind could even think, her body had already leaped to stand in front of Zuoqiu Shu, directly facing the thousands of corpse demons ahead.

Even though her eyes were filled with panic, she did not move an inch, fiercely protecting Eldest Sister.

"Seventh Sister, run!"

Zuoqiu Shu was greatly alarmed; Seventh Sister was only at Foundation Establishment Perfection cultivation, how could she block these thousands of corpse demons!

"Seventh Sister, hurry and go!"

Zuoqiu Chen and the others also shouted anxiously.

Before they could act, the corpse demons had already charged forward. In contrast, the reactions of the Zuoqiu Clan members behind them varied: some turned and ran, disregarding Family ties, while others struggled forward, wanting to support their Family.

Zuoqiu Yi's eyes gradually firmed, and the bloodlust in her heart was completely ignited. She knew she could not retreat!

She saw that her Eldest sisters had exhausted their magical power; next, it would be up to her!

Having been protected by her Eldest sisters for decades, today, it was her turn to protect her Eldest sisters!

"Kill!"

With a light exclamation, Zuoqiu Yi advanced instead of retreating, charging into the horde of corpse demons with her sword. Her longsword swept across, a streak of light flashed, and a corpse demon immediately fell to the ground.

Zuoqiu Zhen's eyes flickered, and she also charged forward with her sword. Zuoqiu Shu was greatly alarmed, "Sixth Sister, no, retreat quickly!"

Sixth Sister and Seventh Sister were both only at Foundation Establishment Perfection; this action was undoubtedly seeking death!

The Zuoqiu Clan members behind them also successively joined the battlefield, engaging in a fierce struggle with the corpse demons.

Zuoqiu Yi looked at the approaching corpse demon and instinctively wanted to turn and dodge, but in an instant, she forcefully stopped herself.

She couldn't dodge!

Because her Eldest sisters were still standing behind her!

So she circulated the magical power throughout her body, pointing her longsword directly at the corpse demon's skull.

"Bang!"

The corpse demon's skull shattered, and it instantly died. Zuoqiu Yi's face paled, her Qi Sea vibrated within her body, and a trace of blood overflowed from the corner of her mouth due to the magical power backlash. She then didn't bother to wipe it away and immediately engaged in battle with the next corpse demon.

Looking at the perilous situation of Sixth Sister and Seventh Sister, Zuoqiu Shu's beautiful eyes were bloodshot, and her expression was hesitant. Seeing that Sixth Sister could no longer hold on, if they didn't find a way to break the situation, they would probably all die here.

Thinking of this, Zuoqiu Shu's eyes gradually firmed, and she pulled out a Medicinal Pill with a backhand, bringing it to her mouth.

Zuoqiu Hui, behind her, was stunned when she saw the Medicinal Pill, then her face showed panic, "Eldest Sister, absolutely not!"

She clearly recognized what kind of Medicinal Pill it was.

Soul Incineration Pill!

Burning the Divine Soul to provide nourishment to the body and enhance combat power, even if magical power is exhausted, it can unleash two hundred percent of one's strength!

But!

The fuel being burned is one's own soul.

Taking this pill means one's life is hard to save!

"No, Eldest Sister, no!"

"Eldest Sister!!"

Zuoqiu Chen lunged forward, trying to snatch the Medicinal Pill, but she was a step too late.

The Medicinal Pill had been consumed by Zuoqiu Shu.

"Boom!"

A vast Aura emanated from her body, her simple long dress fluttered wildly, and Zuoqiu Shu's complexion visibly turned rosy.

Zuoqiu Hui looked at Eldest Sister, who had regained her combat power, with a mournful expression in her eyes. She knew that all of this was merely a final burst of energy.

After taking the Soul Incineration Pill, death was inevitable; the soul would not dissipate, and the soul fire would not extinguish.

"Eldest Sister..."

Zuoqiu Chen stretched out her hand futilely, her eyes red, hot tears streaming down her face and dripping onto the ground.

Zuoqiu Shu looked back at her younger sisters and smiled gently, without the slightest fear of death in her eyes, only a serene calm. She instructed Zuoqiu Chen,

"Take good care of your younger sisters."

Zuoqiu Shu gave her final instruction. With a flick of her finger, a clear 'clang' sound was heard, and her longsword transformed into a streak of light, shooting into the horde of corpse demons. Her figure turned into an afterimage, following closely behind, and large numbers of corpse demons fell.

"Bang!"

Zuoqiu Yi's magical power was exhausted, and she was heavily sent flying by a corpse demon. Her body flew uncontrollably into the air. Looking at the twin horns charging directly at her, Zuoqiu Yi's face was filled with despair.

Am I going to die...?

Zuoqiu Yi gave a bitter smile. If she died, then so be it. She hoped Eldest Sister and the others could survive.

"Swish!"

A flash of light passed by, and Zuoqiu Yi found herself being held in someone's arms. She turned her head to look and was immediately filled with pleasant surprise, "Eldest Sister, are you alright?"

Zuoqiu Shu merely smiled at her, saying nothing more, and gently landed, placing her behind her. "Protect yourself, and do not let the Family suffer misfortune."

She then flew into the demon horde, fighting fiercely.

Zuoqiu Yi wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth; her internal organs were in unbearable pain. She knew she had sustained a serious injury.

She then walked back, looking at Zuoqiu Chen, Zuoqiu Hui, and her Eldest sisters, who had mournful expressions and were even shedding tears. She immediately felt confused, "What's wrong?"

No one answered her.

Zuoqiu Yi grew even more puzzled and turned her head to look at Eldest Sister.

Within the horde of corpse demons, Zuoqiu Shu's heart was anxious. Although the Soul Incineration Pill was effective, its duration was not long because the soul could not burn for too long. She had to eradicate all the corpse demons within the limited time.

The longsword in her hand swung even faster, streaks of light blades flashed, and large numbers of corpse demons fell, visibly decreasing quickly.

Her peripheral vision scanned the surroundings; there weren't many corpse demons left, and the remaining dozens no longer posed a threat.

Zuoqiu Shu finally let out a sigh of relief, but her Divine Soul was in chaos. She could no longer remember why she had to slay the corpse demons.

Only a lingering obsession in her heart told her that the corpse demons must be eliminated.

They must be eliminated!

When the last sword strike fell, the last corpse demon also completely died.

Zuoqiu Yi looked at her Eldest sisters, then looked at Eldest Sister, not understanding why the atmosphere was so heavy.

"Clang~~"

The sword blade fell to the ground, making a crisp sound that instantly drew everyone's attention.

Zuoqiu Yi followed the sound; it was Eldest Sister's sword.

"Eldest Sister?"

Zuoqiu Yi asked tentatively.

Zuoqiu Shu's eyes were empty. She looked up at Seventh Sister, forced a smile, showing a reassuring expression, and spread her arms, falling backward.

"Eldest Sister!"

Zuoqiu Yi was greatly alarmed, swiftly moving forward to embrace Eldest Sister. Before she could even sigh in relief, she suddenly froze.

Then, with trembling fingers, she slowly moved closer to Eldest Sister's nose. She... felt no breath.

"Impossible, impossible..."

Zuoqiu Yi mumbled. She didn't believe it; it must be that she felt it wrong.

At the same time, the sense of unease in her heart grew stronger. She remembered the sorrowful faces of her Eldest sisters.

And then she recalled Eldest Sister's final smile, full of affection, and an endless panic suddenly rose in her heart.

Her hand slowly moved closer to Eldest Sister's chest...

Her heartbeat was gone.

"Eldest Sister!!!"

Zuoqiu Yi looked up and cried out in pain, hot tears rolling down onto Zuoqiu Shu's body, but they could no longer awaken her, nor was there anyone to wipe them away for her.

At this moment,

A hand reached out, gently wiping away the tear stains from her eyes. "Take Eldest Sister with us, let's go."

Zuoqiu Chen suppressed the grief in her heart. Although she tried her best to remain calm, her voice still carried a slight tremor.

Eldest Sister's instructions still echoed in her ears. From now on, she would be the Eldest Sister to her younger sisters, and she had to bear the responsibility of taking care of them.

This place was not safe; they had to evacuate as quickly as possible. If another group of corpse demons came, none of them would escape, and then Eldest Sister's sacrifice would be in vain.

"Go!"

Zuoqiu Chen's tone became a little firmer. She picked up Zuoqiu Shu's body and turned to leave.

Zuoqiu Zhen lowered her head, silently following behind, tears unconsciously flowing from her eyes.

She didn't understand why, even though she had no particular affection for this so-called Eldest Sister, her heart hurt so much?