121: What the hell, a breakthrough in the middle of a battle?

“Is there something off about Yan Xiao?”

Old Potato raised an eyebrow, “Isn’t he a bit too persistent?”

A mere Qi Refining Cultivator, under siege by so many of his peers, was still able to stand firm and even continuously counter-kill. If not for the constant replenishment of forces, he would have broken through the encirclement.

Is this even reasonable?

“There is indeed something off.”

Someone next to him nodded, “It seems that even a ‘waste’ kicked out by a Family is still a Family-trained Cultivator. He’s different from us Loose Cultivators; his foundation is simply profound.”

Another person sighed, “In this Xuanhuan World, having a background and not having one is truly different. The Cultivation Technique Yan Xiao practices must be of a very high grade, and he probably wears some high-grade Spiritual Artifacts. He’s likely even consumed some Medicinal Pills; he’s completely different from us penniless Loose Cultivators.”

Old Potato felt the same sentiment. He thought that after this matter was resolved, if they still didn’t have enough resources, it would be best for his subordinates to join a Sect or a Family.

He looked towards Yan Xiao, pondered for a moment, and said, “Keep using Qi Refining Cultivators to wear him down. When he’s almost exhausted, then send in the Foundation Establishment Cultivators.”

Foundation Establishment Cultivators, even Mortal Foundation Cultivator, were very valuable at this stage of the game.

Even though the Great Love Alliance had gathered the most Mortal Foundation Cultivator among the players, they were still used very carefully, not daring to send them in recklessly.

So, they continued to use Qi Refining Cultivators to deplete Yan Xiao. After some more time, Yan Xiao finally began to pant heavily, no longer launching wide-sweeping attacks. Instead, he gradually retreated, shrinking back to the foot of a mountain, seemingly having exhausted his spiritual energy.

“Should we go in?”

Someone asked Old Potato.

“No hurry, wait a bit longer.”

Sure enough, just as those Qi Refining Cultivators thought Yan Xiao was completely spent and rushed forward one after another in excitement, Yan Xiao suddenly counter-attacked. His giant ruler swung down, and another group of people was cut down.

“Damn it, this Yan Xiao even plays tactics!”

The charging Qi Refining Cultivators immediately stopped, somewhat hesitant to advance.

“He must be out of tricks. Everyone, charge together again!”

Someone else, not believing in evil, charged again. But at that moment, a sudden wave of icy flames rapidly spread, incinerating all the surrounding Cultivators.

“He revealed his trump card!”

The high-ranking members of the Alliance in the distance shouted, their eyes lighting up with excitement.

Old Potato was also excited, but he still retained some rationality, “Wait a bit longer, let’s see if he can use this trump card continuously.”

The flames spread for a distance, then receded. Yan Xiao then panted heavily, as if he had exhausted all his spiritual energy, even losing the strength to stand.

A few Qi Refining Cultivators dared to approach, but they only faced Yan Xiao’s giant ruler, not the terrifying flames.

“Good! Send in the Foundation Establishment Cultivators to finish him off!”

Old Potato slapped his thigh, unable to hide the joy on his face.

This Yan Xiao had finally been worn down by their human wave tactic. Now, they just needed to complete the final cleanup, kill him completely, and they would obtain all the treasures on him!

Thinking even further, they might even be able to capture him alive, not only getting his treasures but also the Legacy in his mind!

Old Potato thought excitedly. In the distance, three Mortal Foundation Cultivator flew together, quickly forming hand seals and casting spells, bombarding Yan Xiao.

Yan Xiao dodged clumsily, his spiritual Qi swirling around him, actually blocking the Mortal Foundation’s attacks. However, he still suffered considerable damage, spitting out a mouthful of fresh blood, his clothes torn, almost dying on the spot.

In the distance, the Unicorn Purple Lion sensed its master’s danger and roared furiously, but it was firmly surrounded by seven Foundation Establishment Cultivators, unable to move.

“Yan Xiao.”

The first Mortal Foundation Cultivator hovered in front of Yan Xiao, his face full of smugness, “Surrender, you have no chance left.”

The second Mortal Foundation Cultivator quickly landed above Yan Xiao’s head, equally confident, “Hand over your treasures and the Legacy you possess, and we can let you leave alive.”

The last Mortal Foundation Cultivator hovered even higher, controlling all possible escape routes. He curled his lips, looking at Yan Xiao with disdain, “If you’re sensible, we won’t kill you.”

Yan Xiao wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, looked up at the condescending Foundation Establishment Cultivators, and revealed a bitter smile, “Three high-level Foundation Establishment Cultivators gathered just to kill me, Yan Xiao? You truly think highly of me.”

With that, he directly put down his giant ruler, sat cross-legged, and began to meditate on the spot, completely ignoring the three Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

“Yan Xiao, what are you trying to do?”

The leading Mortal Foundation Cultivator frowned. He always felt something was wrong. Yan Xiao’s posture was like he was meditating for a Breakthrough, which made him feel very uneasy.

However, a Breakthrough in Realm required a long period of secluded cultivation. Only players could invest Lifespan to achieve a rapid Breakthrough.

But even players had to be in a safe and stable environment; otherwise, the current negative status would continue, and after investing Lifespan, they would not only fail to Break through but would also die from a failed Breakthrough.

In short, a Breakthrough in the midst of battle was absolutely impossible in the Xuanhuan World. Everyone had to find a good place for secluded meditation.

“He’s probably trying to activate some trump card.”

Another Mortal Foundation Cultivator’s expression was serious, “Never mind, let’s all attack together and kill him directly!”

With that, the three Mortal Foundation Cultivator immediately formed hand seals, their Aura suddenly boosted, spiritual energy gathered, and a spell was about to be unleashed.

But at that moment, Yan Xiao, who had been sitting with his eyes closed, suddenly opened them, a confident arc curving at the corner of his mouth. The next moment, his entire body erupted with an extremely brilliant and dazzling light, and a shocking and terrifying Aura burst forth.

“What?!”

The Mortal Foundation Cultivator widened their eyes, looking at Yan Xiao, feeling a buzzing in their heads.

Because at this moment, Yan Xiao was enveloped in a reddish glow that was spreading outwards, filled with fighting spirit and killing intent, extending hundreds of meters without dissipating.

This astonishing phenomenon immediately made everyone understand—

He had Broken through!

Achieving Immortal Foundation!

“How is that possible?!”

“Are you kidding?!”

“A Breakthrough in battle? Achieving Immortal Foundation?!”

“Him, a mere waste?!”

Everyone stared wide-eyed at Yan Xiao, completely unable to accept it.

The Mortal Foundation Cultivator reacted extremely quickly, directly launching a cyan-blue spell, intending to kill Yan Xiao.

However, amidst the reddish light, Yan Xiao smiled confidently, his entire Aura surging. The Breakthrough had restored him completely, and he shot out with unprecedented speed, wielding his giant ruler, actually shattering the spell with a single strike.

Then, wrapped in a layer of battle Qi armor, he slammed into the first Mortal Foundation Cultivator like a cannonball. The reddish light on his giant ruler flashed dazzlingly, and with a downward swing, he actually smashed the Cultivator directly into a deep pit in the ground!