346: Fighting against the demon snake in the Foundation Establishment Stage!

Chapter 344: Great Battle Against a Foundation Establishment Stage Demon Snake!

When Shen Wanjue, the leader of the Savage Wolf Gang, saw Lu Xuan stop, the veins on his forehead throbbed.

He had waited so long for this day; he couldn't let this Fang fellow ruin it with a few words.

Shen Wanjue's fingers, clenched in his sleeve, burned, his nails almost digging into his palm, as he cursed Fang Yunshui's cunning in his heart.

However, a look of righteous indignation appeared on his face: "Immortal Master!"

"This fiend is bloodthirsty; half a year ago, he massacred Pingshan Village, not even sparing the old, weak, women, or children.

Such a deranged person, everything he says is deceptive nonsense!"

Shen Wanjue deliberately emphasized his tone, his voice filled with deep sorrow.

But the corner of his eye was fixed on Lu Xuan's changing expression.

Yang Keshan, the head of the Yang family, who had been watching from the sidelines, stepped forward half a pace at the opportune moment, his waist jade plaque clinking against his sword tassel, emitting a clear sound.

This Old Man, usually gentle, now had a deeply furrowed brow, and his silver beard trembled slightly as he spoke: "What Gang Leader Shen said is absolutely true!"

"Last month, my Disciples guarding the trade route were wantonly slaughtered, and all signs point to this person."

"Fang Yunshui, this madman, is ruthless and acts without any bottom line. If we lightly believe his words, it might lead to great disaster!"

With that, Yang Keshan seemingly inadvertently glanced at Shen Wanjue, and the two exchanged a knowing look.

Yes, the two incidents they had just mentioned were merely wrongful cases, and the perpetrators had not been found.

So, they both unhesitatingly pinned them on Fang Yunshui.

With the endorsement of the two major forces, a chorus of condemnations immediately rose from the crowd, spittle almost drowning Fang Yunshui.

Meanwhile, the City Lord, standing beside Lu Xuan, observed everything intently, his Adam's apple constantly bobbing.

He secretly scrutinized Lu Xuan's expression, then caught the suggestive glances from Shen and Yang, and only then did a smile force its way onto his old face.

"Steward Lu is an Immortal Master of the Canglan Heavenly Mansion Sect; his wise eyes will surely see through falsehoods!"

The City Lord deliberately raised his voice, and a few wisps of dust rose as his wide sleeves swept the ground.

"But in this mortal world, human hearts are more treacherous than the Nine Nether Abyss..."

He suddenly lowered his voice, his peripheral vision sweeping over Fang Yunshui, who was kneeling on the ground in front of him.

"This wicked fiend might have secretly set a trap, attempting to lure Steward Lu into a state of eternal damnation!"

Before he finished speaking, the City Lord eagerly stepped half a pace forward, seemingly to protect, but in reality, ready to act against Fang Yunshui at any moment.

As the crowd's condemnation of Fang Yunshui faded, Lu Xuan's brow furrowed, and his fingertips behind his back unconsciously rubbed together.

Lu Xuan was very clear about the Law of the jungle in the cultivation world.

Tragedies of kin devouring each other and fellow Disciples preying on one another were endless in the cultivation world and certainly not rare occurrences.

This was a cultivation world where strength was revered; even closest relatives could turn against each other for a single spiritual herb.

Much less Fang Yunshui, whom he had never met before.

The words of warning from the Huaqing City Lord just now still echoed in Lu Xuan's ears.

Qi Refinement Stage Cultivators feigning an offering of treasure, luring Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivators deep into a Secret Realm...

Ultimately encountering powerful Demon Beasts, leading to mutual destruction, while the mastermind could reap the benefits.

Such a 'diverting disaster' scheme was all too common in the cultivation world.

Lu Xuan lowered his gaze, looking down at Fang Yunshui, who was still kneeling.

Beneath Fang Yunshui's tattered robes, old scars and fresh bloodstains crisscrossed.

The eight-year-old boy leaned against his shoulder, his small body trembling slightly, but he kept his lips tightly pressed.

Facing the surrounding curses and accusations, the two of them were like two silent stone statues.

They let the spittle splash around their feet, yet remained silent.

However... now!

Lu Xuan just happened to be looking for some Demon Beasts and Heavenly Spiritual Objects.

It had to be admitted that what Fang Yunshui offered greatly tempted Lu Xuan.

The Purple Lotus Fruit mentioned by Fang Yunshui, and the Foundation Establishment Stage Demon Snake guarding the Profound-grade spiritual flower, were all things Lu Xuan needed at this moment.

In an instant, a fierce wind swept past.

Deep blue spiritual energy, like a startling rainbow, streaked across the sky, carrying the unique Aura of the Azure Sea Billow Skill, stirring up ripples in the void.

Before anyone could react, Lu Xuan's right hand was firmly pressed on the boy's forehead.

Vast deep blue spiritual energy, like a trickling stream, flowed from his fingertips into the boy's body.

Above his crown, it condensed into a swirling current.

"Water, wood, earth, three Spiritual Roots."

Lu Xuan's voice was low and powerful, carrying an undeniable majesty.

Every word seemed to be imbued with immense spiritual energy, echoing over the vast Spirit Testing Plaza.

"Average Aptitude, passable for entry into my sect!"

As soon as Lu Xuan's words fell, Fang Yunshui bit his lower lip tightly, his eyes red, and two streams of bloody tears slid down his cheeks, dripping onto the bluestone slab.

"Fang Yunshui thanks Immortal Master!"

Around them, there was an uproar, and Shen Wanjue's blade clanged to the ground.

Yang Zhenshan was dumbfounded, and the City Lord's mouth hung open, unable to speak.

At this moment, the entire Spirit Testing Plaza seemed to hold its breath, shocked by this sudden turn of events.

Because the Immortal Master from the Canglan Heavenly Mansion Sect actually believed Fang Yunshui.

Those who had grievances with Fang Yunshui were now cursing him inwardly.

That damned scoundrel Fang Yunshui had actually deceived the Immortal Master.

As for why they didn't choose to resent Lu Xuan, it was because...

They truly couldn't defeat Lu Xuan.

Lu Xuan, with a cold gaze, quickly swept over the three inner Disciples behind him, and the unique pressure of a Foundation Establishment Stage Completion Cultivator burst forth from his body.

"You three wait here!"

This voice was like a great bell, making everyone's eardrums ache.

Lu Xuan's command made the three Late Stage Qi Refinement inner Disciples immediately straighten their backs, cupping their fists and responding in unison.

Finally, Lu Xuan ignored the thoughts of others, deep blue spiritual energy surged around him, and his long sleeves flapped loudly.

Lu Xuan quickly extended his right hand, precisely gripping Fang Yunshui's back collar like iron tongs, lifting him up.

Fang Yunshui didn't even have time to exclaim before he was lifted into mid-air by this sudden force.

In an instant, a clear sword cry ripped through the sky.

The sword at Lu Xuan's waist automatically unsheathed, and the flowing dark blue light of the sword instantly illuminated the entire Spirit Testing Plaza.

The spiritual sword transformed into a brilliant blue streak, carrying the two of them soaring into the sky.

A fierce wind roared, leaving behind the gasps and discussions of the crowd.

Lu Xuan stood steadily on the sword's hilt, his robes fluttering, displaying an immortal's demeanor.

Fang Yunshui, held in his right hand, though somewhat disheveled, also pierced through the clouds with the deep blue sword light, speeding towards the Cangwu Mountain Range.

Half an hour later, the boundless Cangwu Mountain Range lay like a giant beast between heaven and earth.

Layers of mountains were draped in misty vapor, as if wearing a translucent veil.

Lu Xuan hovered high in the sky on his sword, his gaze sweeping over the endless primeval forest below.

Towering ancient trees pierced the clouds, their intertwined canopies blocking out the sky and sun.

Even the lowest tree trunks were a hundred zhang tall.

Their bark was covered with various mosses and vines, as if time had lost its meaning here.

Suddenly, a sharp shriek came from the forest, and several giant red birds with wingspans of three zhang broke through the clouds.

Their pupils glowed with a sinister green light, and black venom condensed on their sharp claws, clearly indicating they were high-level Demon Beasts with awakened intelligence.

"Hmph, seeking death!"

Lu Xuan snorted coldly, and the spiritual energy around him erupted.

The void suddenly churned with surging waves, and at some unknown point, misty water vapor had spread all around.

Azure Sea Billow Skill!

Four deep blue sword lights rapidly cut through the sky, their cries shaking the leaves of trees for several miles around, causing them to rustle down.

The giant bird Demon Beasts were torn to shreds by the deep blue Sword Qi before they could even get close.

Warm blood rain mixed with feathers fell, and a sweet, fishy stench filled the air.

Lu Xuan swooped down on his Flying Sword, the strong wind he generated swirling dry branches into a vortex on the ground.

Three zhang above the ground, the Flying Sword suddenly stopped, and after landing steadily.

Lu Xuan lightly tapped his toes, and the gleaming Clear Water Sword deftly carved out several graceful arcs.

Then it slid precisely into the scabbard at his waist, as if it shared a telepathic connection with Lu Xuan.

The surrounding forest instantly returned to silence, with only the lingering scent of blood.

However, the expression on Lu Xuan's face was not good.

Host: Celestial Immortal Lu Xuan (Second Life)

Realm: Foundation Establishment (Completion)

Cultivation Method: Azure Sea Billow Skill 3/9

Points: 0

No use?

The System points actually didn't change at all!

Why is this happening?

Lu Xuan couldn't understand why the System panel's function of refining Demon Beasts into points had failed.

Could it be that the Demon Beasts' level was too low for the System panel to refine?

The giant bird Demon Beasts Lu Xuan had just killed were equivalent to mid-stage Qi Refinement Cultivators.

Since killing Qi Refinement Stage Demon Beasts has no effect, then I'll kill Foundation Establishment Stage Demon Beasts.

Even killing Golden Core Stage Demon Beasts, Lu Xuan would not hesitate.

Fang Yunshui, at his side, glimpsed the faint killing intent on Lu Xuan's face, and the hairs on his neck instantly stood on end.

The chilling Aura from Lu Xuan's sword strike against the Demon Beasts had not yet dissipated.

The pressure lingering around him was more suffocating than the miasma in the Cangwu Mountain Range.

Fang Yunshui suppressed the surging fear in his heart, hunched his back, and retreated half a step, his chapped lips squeezing out a fawning smile: "Immortal Master, this way, please."

"When I was escaping a few days ago, I embedded phosphorescent red stones in the rock crevices as markers."

Fang Yunshui deliberately lightened his footsteps, his fingertips brushing over moss-covered ancient trees, where faded triangular carvings on the bark came into view.

"This mountain path is hidden beneath the mist; ordinary people cannot find its entrance at all."

Fang Yunshui's voice, mingled with the scent of decaying leaves in the forest, was faint and indistinct in the damp air.

Dry branches underfoot emitted a faint groan as Fang Yunshui used his broken blade to hack through overgrown vines, startling a group of ugly, bizarre small Demon Rats.

When the first Bai Gu suddenly lay across a pile of decaying leaves, Fang Yunshui's steps paused.

The crisscrossing tooth marks on the beast bones glowed with an eerie blackish-purple, clearly indicating they had been gnawed by highly venomous Demon Beasts.

Further ahead, a giant fossilized beast claw, half-buried in the soil, its five digits spread open, seemed to still be in its death throes.

The moment he pushed aside the last clump of thorns, Fang Yunshui abruptly stopped.

In the rising mist, a hint of purple light flickered, and a sweet medicinal fragrance floated in the air, mixed with the musky odor of some kind of Demon Beast.

Fang Yunshui turned to look at Lu Xuan, his Adam's apple bobbing with difficulty: "It's... it's just ahead."

"That Demon Snake is there too!"

Before his words finished, the ground suddenly vibrated with a dull tremor, and the hissing sound of a giant python flicking its tongue came from afar.

Actually, Lu Xuan had already sensed it without Fang Yunshui's reminder.

There was a powerful Aura ahead.

A thousand meters away, the Green scales Great Demon snake's mountain-like coiled body was thirty meters long.

An eerie metallic luster gleamed between its Green scales, and the crimson killing intent flowing in its vertical pupils was almost solidified.

White mist surged with the Demon snake's breath, corroding the surrounding ground into dense holes.

And at the core of the Demon snake's coil, a three-zhang-tall purple stalk stood tall.

Vine-like roots wrapped around countless crystal clusters, and three not-yet-fully bloomed flower buds hung like bells at the top.

At the tip of each flower bud, a drop of light purple dew condensed, refracting dazzling halos in the sunlight.

Three nearly ripe light purple fruits were embedded between the sepals, with flowing starlight faintly visible beneath their skin.

It was precisely the legendary Profound-grade spiritual fruit capable of cleansing spiritual roots—the Purple Lotus Fruit!

The Green scales Demon snake seemed to sense being watched, and suddenly raised its head, letting out an earth-shshaking hiss, the sound waves shaking the leaves within a hundred-meter radius into powder.

Seeing this, Lu Xuan lightly flicked his finger, and the Flying Sword at his waist instantly unsheathed, its body humming as it hovered at his side.

Deep blue Sword Qi condensed around him, pressing spiderweb-like cracks into the ground.

This startled Fang Yunshui, who stumbled backward, cold sweat pouring down his forehead.

Immediately after, Lu Xuan paid no attention to Fang Yunshui's feelings, his left hand gripping the collar at the back of the other's neck, lifting him up.

His right hand's Clear Water Sword hummed as it unsheathed, the deep blue spiritual energy wrapped around its blade transforming into surging water currents.

Amidst the rising steam, faint afterimages of surging azure waves rippled.

"You come with me!"

Lu Xuan, deeply aware of the cultivation world's harshness, naturally wouldn't completely trust others.

Therefore, Lu Xuan chose a simple and brutal method: he directly took Fang Yunshui with him.

Even if there was a trap set by Fang Yunshui ahead, Lu Xuan could always use him as a scapegoat.

"Go!"

Lu Xuan's low command, imbued with pressure, exploded, and Fang Yunshui felt an icy chill at the back of his neck.

He was like a puppet on strings, pulled into the air by Lu Xuan.

In an instant, the spiritual energy around Lu Xuan condensed into a vortex, and wherever it passed, the air emitted an unbearable popping sound, startling the birds and beasts in the forest to scatter and flee.

The crimson vertical pupils of the Green scales Demon snake ahead suddenly contracted, and the sound of its scales scraping against dry leaves continued non-stop.

Its eight-zhang-long snake body suddenly straightened, and in the stirred-up dust, its gaping maw opened to an unbelievably wide arc.

Green venom dripping from countless fangs corroded the ground into sizzling deep pits.

Blue light surged in Lu Xuan's eyes, and the sword light bursting from the Clear Water Sword was as thick as a bowl.

Four blue streaks stirred up layers of waves, and the sound of howling wind echoed wherever they passed.

Seeing this, the Green scales Demon snake immediately let out a deafening roar, unhesitatingly spewing out foul-smelling venom.

The sickly green venom and the blue sword light violently collided in the air.

In an instant, toxic smoke and sword light exploded simultaneously, and ancient trees within ten zhang were severed at the waist, their broken ends showing an eerie charred black.

Lu Xuan snorted coldly, his sword stance changing again, spiritual energy condensing into a water dragon's phantom at the sword tip, carrying immense power, striking directly at the Demon snake's vital point.