Ancient Human Puppets Attack

Inside the vast hall, the already chaotic situation caused by the appearance of the ten scrolls of light became even more disordered as the dozen or so "Ancient Human Puppet" who only knew how to kill blindly joined the battle, turning the place into a boiling pot of porridge, completely losing all order.

Blood and severed limbs flew through the air, screams and explosions of Dou Qi became the main melody, and the thick stench of blood almost condensed into droplets.

At this point, those powerful figures and major forces who originally planned to reap the benefits can no longer stand idly by.

These powerful Puppet, driven by a bloodlust, do not discriminate against targets. Anyone who enters their perception range, regardless of who they are, will be unhesitatingly drawn into their attack range.

Trying to get close to the stone seat, or even just getting too close, could invite their merciless attack.

"We can't wait any longer!"

Lin Ming's sharp eyes swept across the chaotic battlefield, and he gave orders to the Five Elements Sect members beside him in a low and swift voice:

"I'll seize the opportunity to strike first and see if I can snatch a scroll. Don't act rashly; just stay close to me and provide support. Remember, we can't be greedy. In this environment, getting even one scroll is a stroke of luck. If we're too greedy and become the focus of multiple beams of light, we'll only get burned and become the target of everyone's attacks!"

Lin Ming's judgment was extremely accurate.

At this moment, everyone lost their minds as the ten scrolls, seemingly imbued with supreme power, danced around. Their eyes were bloodshot as they chased after them like gamblers.

Anyone who gets close beforehand, or even just happens to stumble upon the scroll, will be instantly surrounded by a group of people who have gone mad. Countless streams of Dou Qi will burst forth like a storm, and the person who gets the scroll will often not even have time to let out a scream before being blasted into a bloody mess. The scroll will then fly away again, triggering a new round of fighting.

"Clear!"

"Yes, Sect Master!"

Upon hearing Lin Ming's low shout, everyone from the Five Elements Sect nodded solemnly.

They were not inexperienced novices; they knew all too well how important it was to remain calm and restrained in such chaos driven by greed.

If one were to acquire too many scrolls, even just two, it would inevitably attract countless pairs of red-eyed madmen launching a frenzied attack. At such a time, no one would rationally consider the difference in strength; the allure of Heaven Tier Dou Technique would be enough to drive anyone mad and disregard their own life.

"Bang!"

As soon as everyone landed, before they could even act, a temporary team of more than a dozen Dou Emperor and Dou Zong members, who were trying to form an array to block the impact of a human puppet, suddenly exploded as if struck by an invisible giant hammer, turning into a blinding cloud of blood mist!

Amidst the billowing blood mist, a gray shadow darted out with lightning speed, carrying with it a nauseating stench of blood!

That was none other than an Ancient Human Puppet!

It held a long spear, now dripping with blood, its tip gleaming with a chilling light. With a terrifying, unparalleled force capable of piercing mountains, it directly targeted Lin Ming and his group, a large and powerful group, and charged towards them like a venomous snake emerging from its hole!

"Watch out! It's a human puppet! It's got its eyes on us!"

Seeing the gray shadow rushing towards them and the long spear radiating Killing Intent, Zi Yan's golden eyes narrowed immediately, and she spoke up to remind him, her Dragon Force already quietly circulating within her body.

Without Lin Ming giving any orders, Xiong Zhan, who had been on high alert, let out a deep roar the moment Zi Yan spoke. His towering figure flashed, bringing with it a gust of wind, and he stood like a mountain in front of everyone.

Xiong Zhan made no fancy moves. His fist, as big as a bowl, was filled with dark golden Dou Qi that surged like magma, carrying an incomparably savage force as it directly clashed with the spear tip that was thrusting towards him!

"Clang--!"

The clash of fists and spears produced a deafening sound like metal clashing, and a visible Energy Ripple suddenly spread out, sending several unfortunate individuals who couldn't dodge in time flying backward and coughing up blood.

Xiong Zhan swayed slightly, the hard stone slab beneath his feet cracked inch by inch, while the puppet was thrown back several feet by the force of the impact, its spear humming loudly.

"Roar!"

The Xiong Zhan's ferocity was aroused, its eyes turning red as it pounced again. The puppet was also fearless, its gray eyes filled with even more killing intent as it brandished its spear to meet the attack.

In an instant, the man and the puppet were locked in a fierce battle, their fists and spears clashing, unleashing a terrifying and overwhelming force. The violent energy clashed continuously, churning the surrounding space into chaos, and no one dared to approach easily.

While Xiong Zhan successfully intercepted the ferocious puppet, creating a breathing space for everyone, Lin Ming also took advantage of the opening, his eyes flashing like lightning, to quickly examine the killing machine that was so close at hand.

Because they were now very close, they could clearly see that the bodies of these Puppet were not made entirely of stone or metal, but were covered with layers of strange, grayish-white cloth strips wrapped tightly together.

These strips of cloth, made of an unknown material, shimmered with an unusual, cold luster. They appeared soft, as if they might flutter at any moment, but under Xiong Zhan's tremendous force, which was enough to split mountains and shatter rocks, they only dented slightly and did not break, clearly possessing considerable defensive capabilities.

Lin Ming estimated that even a full-force attack from an ordinary Dou Zong expert would probably be unable to break this strange strip of cloth.

"Brother Lin Ming, these Puppet are amazing... Can you control them like before?"

Qing Lin at the human puppet fighting fiercely against the Xiong Zhan, Qinglin's emerald eyes held a hint of worry and expectation as she softly asked...

She recalled that when they first entered the ruins, at the magnificent gate, Lin Ming had easily controlled ten Dou Zong- level gatekeeper Puppet with his powerful Soul Power, making them his own and their first gain in this Ancient Ruins expedition.

Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Lin Ming's eyes; this was exactly what he had in mind!

These "Ancient Human Puppet" are incredibly powerful. If one could control even one, it would be of immense benefit, both in the current struggle and in the future development of the Five Elements Sect!

So Lin Ming nodded quickly, without further hesitation. "I'll give it a try!"

Immediately, Lin Ming's mind stirred, and the vast, ocean-like Heavenly Soul power between his brows surged forth like a burst dam. Formless and intangible, yet carrying immense pressure, it swiftly bypassed the energy storm of the battle and precisely entered the body of the human puppet that was fiercely fighting Xiong Zhan.

The moment the Soul Power invaded, Lin Ming's expression changed slightly.

This time, the scene he "saw" with his Soul Perception was completely different from when he controlled the ten gatekeeper Puppet before!

The Puppet from last time had relatively simple internal structures, with only an energy mark at their core to control their movements. Moreover, they did not contain any Soul Imprint left by their former owners. As a result, Lin Ming, with the absolute advantage of his Heavenly Soul, was able to imprint his own Soul Imprint on them almost effortlessly, thus controlling them as easily as taking candy from a baby.

However, the interior of this "Ancient Human Puppet" is now infinitely more complex!

Deep within its Energy Core, Lin Ming not only sensed a fundamental imprint controlling its actions, but also felt an incomparably powerful soul imprint as solid as an ancient rock!

This mark, deep and ancient, carries an awe-inspiring and domineering will, firmly imprisoning the soul at the core of the Puppet, a soul filled with slaughter and pain.

It is precisely because of this mark that these puppets, even after countless years, are still able to execute the orders of protection and killing given by that Dou Sheng Expert with meticulous care and without any deviation!

This mark was definitely placed by that Dou Sheng Expert himself! Its power and stability far exceeded Lin Ming's expectations.

"It's not that simple after all..." Lin Ming thought with a chill, but his eyes became even more determined.

If it were anyone else, even a soul at the Spirit Realm Grand Perfection, they would probably only be able to sigh helplessly in the face of this Dou Sheng mark.

But Lin Ming is different; his soul has truly reached the Heavenly Realm! This is fundamentally different from a soul in the Spirit Realm!

"Protect Protector! The Soul Imprint inside this Puppet is too strong. It was left by Dou Sheng. I need to concentrate all my Soul Power to try to erase it!" Lin Ming suddenly opened his eyes and said in a low voice to the people around him, his tone solemn.

Before he finished speaking, Lin Ming had already sat down cross-legged, formed a mysterious hand seal with his hands, and closed his eyes.

The next moment, an even more powerful and terrifying Soul Power, like a surging tsunami, burst forth from between his eyebrows without reservation, transforming into an invisible torrent that once again fiercely rushed into the puppet's body, launching a full-force attack on the solid Dou Sheng soul imprint!

"Brother Lin Ming, you can break the mark without worry! We won't let you be disturbed," Qing Lin said immediately upon seeing this.

"Protect the Sect Master!"

"Surround them!"

Seeing that Lin Ming was going to forcibly erase the soul imprint left by the Dou Sheng Expert at such a chaotic moment, the people of the Five Elements Sect did not hesitate at all. At a low shout from the group, Zi Yan, Qing Lin and the rest of the Five Elements Sect immediately moved and formed a tight circle, firmly protecting Lin Ming, who was sitting cross-legged on the ground, in the center.

Then, they all scanned their surroundings warily, their Dou Qi spirits ready to be unleashed, not allowing any surging energy, flying Dou Technique, or malicious individuals to have a chance to disturb Lin Ming.

Upon seeing this, Tang Zhen's eyes flashed with surprise and admiration. He hadn't expected Lin Ming to be so decisive and bold.

However, as an ally, he acted swiftly, immediately waving his hand and saying in a deep voice, "All members of Blazing Flame Valley, set up another defensive line around the perimeter to Protector Sect Master Lin Ming! Ensure absolute safety!"

"Yes!"

The powerful figures of Blazing Flame Valley responded in unison and moved swiftly, constructing another solid defensive line of fire-based Dou Qi that was faintly connected outside the protective circle formed by the Five Elements Sect.