67: The fiery pulse is fraught with danger and turmoil.

As the Fire Qilin fell, the atmosphere on the scene suddenly froze. The forces of the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect confronted Qiao Feng and the others, with swords drawn and bows bent, a great battle on the verge of breaking out. The Blood Demon licked his lips, his eyes gleaming with greed, "The southern bright fire pearl, I will definitely obtain it today. Hand it over obediently, and perhaps I can spare your lives."

Qiao Feng snorted coldly, "Wishful thinking! You greedy scoundrels, resorting to any means for treasure, don't even dream of taking the southern bright fire pearl from us."

The Sect Master of the Nether Ghost Sect gave a sinister smile, "Hmph, then let's see if you have the ability." With that, he waved his black staff, and a group of even more ferocious Ghost Spirits emerged from underground, baring their fangs and claws as they pounced towards Qiao Feng and the others. These Ghost Spirits exuded a dense Yin Qi, and wherever they passed, a layer of frost formed on the ground.

The experts of the Blood Demon Hall also unleashed their eerie Blood Demon Cultivation Technique, crimson spiritual power converging into blood-red blades that shot towards everyone like raindrops. The blood blades cut through the air, emitting sharp whistles, carrying a chilling aura.

Qiao Feng roared, unleashing the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms. Golden palm prints surged forward like a tidal wave, meeting the Ghost Spirits and blood blades. The palm prints collided with the Ghost Spirits and blood blades, erupting in a series of roars. The Ghost Spirits, struck by the palm prints, let out screams and dissipated into the air; the blood blades were shattered by the palm force, turning into a mist of blood.

Fu Hongxue brandished his long saber, the Saber Qi of the Bright Moon Blade of the Horizon crisscrossing as he engaged in close combat with the pouncing Ghost Spirits and Blood Demon Hall experts. His saber technique was sharp and ruthless, each strike carrying a deadly killing intent. In a flash of saber light, many enemies fell.

West Gate Blows Snow and Ye Gucheng once again unleashed their combined Sword Technique, their twin swords merging, Sword Qi crisscrossing. Their figures were like lightning, moving freely among the enemies. Wherever they passed, the Disciples of the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect were struck. West Gate Blows Snow's sword pointed at the enemy's throat, and Ye Gucheng's sword slashed at the enemy's wrist. Their coordination was flawless, making it difficult for the enemies to parry for a time.

The Man in Black Robe formed hand seals, muttering incantations. He unleashed Lingxiao Pavilion's ultimate skill, and ice-blue runes flew from his hands. The runes flickered with mysterious light in the air before flying towards the enemies. Upon striking the enemies, the runes erupted with powerful spiritual energy fluctuations, sending the enemies sprawling.

The Woman in White played a melodious and stirring tune on her jade flute. The flute's sound transformed into white light, flowing around everyone like a clear spring. The light not only bestowed a defensive shield upon everyone but also had a confusing effect on the enemies, causing some of them to move slowly and their eyes to become glazed.

However, the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect had numerous forces. They launched wave after wave of attacks, attempting to break through the defense line of Qiao Feng and the others. Moreover, although the remnants of the Mysterious Evil Force had somewhat restrained themselves after the Fire Qilin fell, they had not left but were hiding in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity to strike.

In the fierce battle, Qiao Feng and the others gradually discovered some flaws in the combined attack of the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect. Qiao Feng seized the opportunity and shouted, "Everyone listen, although the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect have allied, their coordination is not tacit. Let's concentrate our forces to attack their juncture and disrupt their formation."

Upon hearing this, everyone adjusted their attack direction. Fu Hongxue was the first to charge towards the juncture of the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect, his long saber slashing at the enemies like a furious storm. His attack was fierce and swift, instantly tearing a gap in the enemy's defense line.

Qiao Feng followed closely, unleashing the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms, his powerful palm force further expanding the gap. West Gate Blows Snow and Ye Gucheng also quickly followed, their combined Sword Technique like a sharp blade, piercing deep into the enemy's defense line, throwing their formation into disarray.

The Man in Black Robe and the Woman in White, meanwhile, launched long-range attacks from the rear, providing support for those at the front. The Man in Black Robe's ice-blue runes and the Woman in White's white light continuously shot towards the enemies, preventing them from closing their defense line.

Just as Qiao Feng and the others were gradually gaining the upper hand, a powerful spiritual energy fluctuation suddenly emanated from the depths of the Yanhuo Mountain Range. This spiritual energy fluctuation was extremely potent, carrying a scorching aura, as if it wanted to ignite the entire mountain range.

"Not good, what's going on? Could it be an anomaly with the southern bright fire pearl?" Ye Gucheng was startled and said.

Everyone felt this powerful spiritual energy fluctuation and stopped their actions, looking towards the depths of the Yanhuo Mountain Range. The people from the Blood Demon Hall and the Nether Ghost Sect also noticed the anomaly. They temporarily ceased their attacks and, like Qiao Feng and the others, watched the depths of the mountain range warily.

The remnants of the Mysterious Evil Force also emerged from the shadows at this time, their faces revealing triumphant smiles. One of the leading Men in Black said, "Hmph, do you think you can easily obtain the southern bright fire pearl? Although you've dealt with the guardian beast of this Yanhuo Mountain Range, the real crisis has just begun."

It turned out that this powerful spiritual energy fluctuation was triggered by a trap secretly set by the Mysterious Evil Force. They used special means to activate an ancient Restriction deep within the Yanhuo Mountain Range, attempting to trap everyone in the Yanhuo Mountain Range and seize the southern bright fire pearl with the power of the Restriction.

"You despicable fellows, to set such a trap!" Qiao Feng said angrily.

The Man in Black sneered, "The victor is king, the loser is bandit. Once we obtain the southern bright fire pearl, you will all become our prisoners."

At this moment, a large amount of fire spiritual energy surged out from the Yanhuo Mountain Range. These spiritual energies converged into huge torrents of flames, sweeping towards everyone. At the same time, the ground began to shake violently, cracks appeared, and magma surged out from the cracks, plunging the entire Yanhuo Mountain Range into a sea of fire.

Facing such a desperate situation, can Qiao Feng and the others find a way to break free from their predicament? What secrets does the southern bright fire pearl hide? What further conspiracies will the Mysterious Evil Force have? The situation in the Jianghu is becoming increasingly complex, and everything awaits everyone to uncover...