62: Battle at the Temple, Mysterious Allies

Fu Hongxue's shoulder was injured, yet his fighting spirit remained undiminished; the long saber in his hand danced so densely that not even wind could pass through, blocking the attacks of the Blood Demon and the Sect Master of the Nether Ghost Sect one after another.

Qiao Feng, meanwhile, stood to the side, parrying the attacks of the Cult Master of the Dark Holy Cult while searching for an opportunity to rush toward the gengjin divine stone.

Facing the siege of the Mysterious Person, the sword techniques of West Gate Blows Snow and Ye Gucheng grew increasingly fierce.

West Gate Blows Snow's sword was like lightning, each strike precisely aimed at the vital points of the Mysterious Person; Ye Gucheng utilized exquisite footwork to weave through the enemy ranks, his sword moves blending reality and illusion, making him impossible for the Mysterious Person to fathom.

However, the Mysterious Person was numerous and seemed prepared for their sword techniques, making it difficult for the two to break through for the time being.

The brothers of Qingfeng Stockade were also engaged in a bloody battle against the Cultists of the Dark Holy Cult, Blood Demon Hall, and the Nether Ghost Sect.

Although their strength was relatively weaker, they held their ground against the enemy through tenacious fighting spirit and tacit cooperation.

Just as the situation reached a stalemate, a melodious sound of a flute suddenly drifted through the air.

The flute music was crisp and pleasant, yet it seemed to contain a mysterious power that caused everyone present to slow their movements.

Everyone looked up to see a Woman in White descending through the Void Realm.

Her face was stunningly beautiful, her expression indifferent, and she held a jade flute in her hand, which was the source of the music.

"Who is this woman? To have such means!" The Cult Master of the Dark Holy Cult was startled, feeling the powerful aura radiating from her.

The Woman in White landed slowly, standing before the temple, her gaze sweeping calmly over the crowd.

"Everyone, fighting to the death over a single stone is truly tedious. It would be better to stop now and each return to your own homes." Her voice was soft, yet it rang in everyone's ears like a great bell.

"Hmph, who are you? How dare you meddle in our affairs!" the Blood Demon snorted coldly; he had no intention of giving up the struggle for the gengjin divine stone so easily.

The Woman in White smiled slightly but did not answer the Blood Demon's question.

She raised her jade flute lightly, and a gentle white light shot from it, flying toward the gengjin divine stone.

Once the light touched the gengjin divine stone, the stone's radiance became even more brilliant, and it slowly flew toward the Woman in White.

"Not good, she wants to take the gengjin divine stone!" Seeing this, Qiao Feng immediately unleashed the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms, a golden dragon-shaped palm print blasting toward the Woman in White in an attempt to stop her from taking the Divine Stone.

The Woman in White's expression remained unchanged as she flashed, dodging Qiao Feng's palm print like a ghost.

At the same time, she waved her jade flute again, and another white light shot out; this time, the light transformed into a barrier, separating Qiao Feng, Fu Hongxue, and the others from the gengjin divine stone.

"What is your purpose? Why do you want to seize the gengjin divine stone?" Fu Hongxue demanded loudly, his eyes filled with vigilance.

The Woman in White looked at the crowd and said softly, "This gengjin divine stone is of great importance. Falling into the hands of any of you could trigger an even greater disaster. I am taking it away to prevent a tragedy."

"Who would believe what you say? Hand over the gengjin divine stone!" the Cult Master of the Dark Holy Cult roared, waving his magic staff and shooting a pillar of black flame toward the Woman in White.

The Woman in White waved her jade flute gently, and a shield formed of white spiritual energy appeared before her, easily blocking the Cult Master of the Dark Holy Cult's attack.

"You people, obsessed and lost, disregarding the safety of the Jianghu for your own selfish desires. Today, I will take the gengjin divine stone away, and none of you shall stop me."

With that, the Woman in White turned to leave with the gengjin divine stone.

How could the various factions let her go so easily? They launched their attacks one after another.

The Blood Demon unleashed the Blood Demon Cultivation Technique, sending threads of blood-red spiritual energy to entangle the Woman in White; the Sect Master of the Nether Ghost Sect summoned more black ghost shadows, which lunged at her with bared fangs and brandished claws; West Gate Blows Snow and Ye Gucheng also unleashed their strongest sword moves, attempting to break through her defense.

The Woman in White was unhurried, waving her jade flute repeatedly as beams of white light shot out.

The light transformed into various forms; some turned into long swords, blocking the sword moves of West Gate Blows Snow and Ye Gucheng, while others turned into shields, resisting the attacks of the Blood Demon and the Nether Ghost Sect.

Qiao Feng and Fu Hongxue exchanged a glance, knowing that if they did not stop the Woman in White quickly, the gengjin divine stone would be taken away by her.

"Together! We cannot let her succeed!" Qiao Feng shouted.

The two launched their attacks simultaneously.

Qiao Feng executed the strongest move of the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms, "Divine Dragon Swings Tail," a massive golden dragon shadow rushing toward the Woman in White; meanwhile, Fu Hongxue unleashed the ultimate Profound Truth of the "Bright Moon Blade of the Horizon," his Saber Qi forming a black curtain of light that sealed off the Woman in White's path of retreat.

Sensing the immense power of their combined attack, the Woman in White's expression shifted slightly, and she waved her jade flute rapidly.

An even more powerful white light shot from the flute, colliding with Qiao Feng's dragon shadow and Fu Hongxue's Saber Qi.

With a deafening "Boom!", the powerful shockwave sent those nearby reeling.

Just as everyone was momentarily stunned by the impact, the Woman in White seized the opportunity to quickly leave with the gengjin divine stone.

"You think you can just leave? It won't be that easy!" The Cult Master of the Dark Holy Cult reacted first, immediately leading his Cultists in pursuit.

The forces of the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect followed closely behind.

Qiao Feng, Fu Hongxue, and the others naturally would not give up; ignoring the discomfort from the previous collision, they continued their pursuit.

Along the way, a thrilling chase unfolded.

The Woman in White had incredible movement techniques, weaving through the mountain forests like the wind.

The Cult Master of the Dark Holy Cult and the others pursued relentlessly, launching constant attacks, but all were skillfully dodged by the Woman in White.

"Who exactly is this woman? Why is her strength so formidable?" Qiao Feng wondered to himself while giving chase.

He knew that this Woman in White was far more troublesome than any enemy he had encountered before.

During the pursuit, the Woman in White suddenly stopped.

She turned around, looked at the pursuing crowd, and said calmly, "Do not pursue me any further. Continuing to chase will only lead to unnecessary casualties."

"Hmph, hand over the gengjin divine stone, or we will never let you go!" the Blood Demon said viciously.

The Woman in White sighed softly, "It seems you will not shed tears until you see your own coffin. Since that is the case, I will let you witness my true power."

With that, she put away the gengjin divine stone, quickly formed seals with her hands, and a powerful spiritual energy radiated from her body.

The space around her began to distort, and beams of white light converged from all directions, forming a massive white sphere of light.

The sphere contained terrifying energy, making everyone feel a strong sense of oppression.

"Not good, this woman is about to launch a powerful attack! Everyone, be careful!" Qiao Feng warned loudly.

The crowd hurriedly employed their defensive measures, preparing to face the Woman in White's attack.

However, facing such a powerful opponent, could they withstand this blow? What was the origin of the Woman in White? Where would the gengjin divine stone end up? The situation in the Jianghu grew increasingly murky, waiting for everyone to uncover the layers of mystery.