603 Flight of the Five Beasts (1/2)
Once he had obtained the hoop, He Xiangyu's cultivation levels meant that he could compete against a practitioner at the pinnacle of the Golden Elixir realm. It was the same for Grandmother Hui Ling. Once she got the Purple Bottle Gourd, practitioners at the pinnacle of the Golden Elixir realm would find it hard to match her.
Other than their high cultivation skills, the two also had the support of a powerful sect. That was why they had dared to stay behind to face the terrifying Corpse Puppet.
The Corpse Puppet had just awakened, so its mind was still blank. This was the best time to fight it. Grandmother Hui Ling and He Xiangyu would naturally not drag this out. They looked at each other and then acted.
A ray of purple light filled the great hall, illuminating the surrounding area with a purple light. A purple cloud appeared under Grandmother Hui Ling's feet. The next moment, she flew several meters into the air and appeared above the Corpse Puppet.
She held the Purple Bottle Gourd in one hand and her cane in another. There was a glimmer of red light and the cane emitted a dragon's roar. A red dragon appeared above the cane and then headed for the Corpse Puppet's head.
Even though the Corpse Puppet was rather dazed, it could still perceive danger. It raised its arm subconsciously and blocked the cane.
There was a loud rumble and the air seemed to rotate.
The corpse puppet staggered back some steps. This was the first time it had been affected by an attack since the beginning of the fight.
However, Grandmother Hui Ling had suffered as well. The purple cloud under her feet cracked and she shook, flying back several meters. Her attack, of course, could not defeat the corpse puppet. She was just testing the waters to see how strong the corpse puppet was.
Facts had proven that even with the use of two spiritual weapons, the difference between the abilities of Grandmother Hui Ling and the Corpse Puppet was wide.
”It is possible to fight it.” Even though it was Grandmother Hui Ling who had tested the puppet's strength, He Xiangyu could also see that it was possible to fight the puppet if he and Grandmother Hui Ling worked together.
His figure shimmered and he appeared in the air above the Corpse Puppet. He waved his hand and the five gold hoops in his hands were flung out. Each of the bronze hoops was shimmering with a piercing gold light.
The sounds of beasts roaring could be heard in the great hall. A ball of light started shining inside each of the five bronze hoops, turning into all sorts of demonic beasts. There was the tiger with sword-like teeth, a lion with wings on its back, a strong and vicious bull with horns on its head…
Each of the animals appeared very life-like and all of them had a bronze hoop on their necks. Through the bronze hoops, the five demonic beasts had an interesting connection.
”Flight of the Five Beasts!” Bu Zhangkun's face was grave and there was a hint of respect on his expression. The ”Flight of the Five Beasts” was the greatest power of the Five Beasts hoop. Once the ”Flight of the Five Beasts” was used, it meant that the Five Beasts hoop had been used to its limits.
Before Five Beasts Sect had grown powerful, the sect's five practitioners of the intermediate stage of the Golden Elixir realm had worked together to use the ”Flight of the Five Beasts” of the Five Beasts hoop and killed two later stage Golden Elixir realm warriors on the spot.
Every time Five Beasts Sect used the ”Flight of the Five Beasts” it meant that they were facing a huge challenge.
Pavilion Leader Ye Rong and Bu Zhangkun looked at each other. Then, they turned around to look at Mo Wen. Their eyes were somewhat wary.
That was because Mo Wen had moved as well. He was no longer huddling in the corner but had walked out toward the Corpse Puppet.
The two of them knew that once Grandmother Hui Ling and elder He acted, then they would not be able to watch out for Mo Wen, who was a surprising factor. As such, they had another task, which was to watch out for Mo Wen and stop him from stealing the two treasures. The two of them could not do much against the Corpse Puppet but it was not difficult for them to stop Mo Wen. Pavilion Leader Ye Rong and Bu Zhangkun both moved at about the same time. They flashed in front of Mo Wen and blocked him.
”Sect leaders, what are you both doing?” Mo Wen asked lightly, looking at them.
Pavilion Leader Ye Rong's expression was grave. ”You're too greedy. If you leave now, we will not pursue any further the treasures you've gotten earlier.” Even though Mo Wen had gained a large number of precious treasure on the stone pillar earlier, they were not worth a mention compared to the Dark Soul Pearl and the Cries of Hades bell. She did not want to cause more trouble at this time and was afraid that Mo Wen would ruin their plans of stealing the treasure.
”Young man, you should know when to stop. We are not asking you to leave behind any treasures. The door is right over there. You can leave any time.” Bu Zhangkun pointed at the door of the great hall. He was also worried that Mo Wen would cause trouble. After all, it was not an easy task for Grandmother Hui Ling and elder He to take the Dark Soul Pearl and Cries of Hades Bell from the Corpse Puppet. They might possibly fail if anything went wrong.
Bu Zhangkun and Ye Rong could see that Mo Wen was interested in the Dark Soul Pearl and Cries of Hades Bell. They both felt that the young man was too greedy, so much so that he did not know any better. Even if he got the Dark Soul Pearl or the Cries of Hades Bell, he would not be able to leave with the treasures alive. The best choice he had right now was doubtlessly to leave immediately.
If he stayed, he was certain to die.
”Whether I stay or leave is my business. The two of you don't have to worry about it,” Mo Wen said lightly.
”So you're insistent on not leaving?” Pavilion Leader Ye Rong's eyes cooled.
”You're Banshuang's friend and I do not wish to kill you. I shall give you a piece of advice. If you insist on staying, you'll die here,” Bu Zhangkun said with a dark expression.