Chen Ze's gaze grew solemn as he thought to himself, This Soul Devouring Talisman truly is formidable. It actually allowed his cultivation to surge to such a level in such a short time.
However, a method that forcibly raises one's cultivation must come with enormous side effects.
He immediately transmitted his thoughts to the Doppelgangers. "Be careful. His strength has far surpassed what it was before. Don't confront him head-on—just keep him occupied."
The Doppelgangers all nodded and swiftly scattered, forming an encirclement that trapped Black Robe in the center.
The black-robed man laughed wildly as black qi surged outward like a tide, attempting to break through the Doppelgangers' blockade.
"You think this is enough to trap me?" Black Robe sneered. With a violent sweep of both hands, the black qi transformed into countless sharp blades and slashed toward the Doppelgangers.
The Doppelgangers quickly dodged while gathering Spiritual Energy in their hands, forming barrier after barrier to block the black qi's assault.
A trace of madness flashed through Black Robe's eyes. He suddenly raised his hand, and a stream of black qi transformed into a massive palm that slammed viciously down at Chen Ze and the others.
Boom!
The black qi palm carried world-destroying power, instantly smashing a huge crater into the ground.
Chen Ze and the Doppelgangers swiftly evaded, narrowly escaping the blow.
"Hahaha! You can't escape!" The black-robed man laughed maniacally. His figure flashed, and he instantly appeared before Chen Ze, striking a palm toward his chest.
Chen Ze's eyes narrowed sharply as he raised his hand to block, but Black Robe's strength far exceeded his expectations.
That single palm strike sent Chen Ze stumbling back again and again, a trickle of blood spilling from the corner of his mouth.
"Master!" The Doppelgangers cried out in alarm and