War and Survival: The Alliance of Three Top Prodigies

"Chen Baimao, you're just standing by and watching me die!"

Seeing Chen Dengming's spirit boat accelerate and escape at an extremely fast speed, getting further and further away, Qiao Zhaoxian had no choice but to give up his thrill-seeking idea. He then noticed the giant axe crashing down from behind again and immediately made a hand seal.

Instantly, his entire body turned bright red, and blood gushed from his pores.

A surge of rich Spiritual Qi enveloped him.

Whoosh!

Two sharp axe beams formed a cross, cutting through the air and tearing through the air. When they landed on his body, Qiao Zhaoxian had already taken a step ahead, merging into the blood mist Spiritual Qi and disappearing in an instant.

"Whoosh--"

A streak of blood-red light vanished in an instant at twice the speed of before.

"Roar! Where do you think you're going!"

The Great Demon general with the Bull Head Human Body roared, suddenly grabbed the giant axe, and swung it violently with his muscular arm.

Buzz!!

The giant axe spun like a fierce whirlwind!

The minotaur, along with the giant axe, cut through the air like a rapidly spinning whirlwind, swiftly pursuing the enemy. Its speed even seemed to surpass that of a mid-tier third-order spirit boat.

Even so, he still couldn't catch up with Qiao Zhaoxian; instead, the distance between them continued to widen.

Inside the spirit boat ahead, Chen Dengming's expression changed slightly as he looked at Qiao Zhaoxian was closing the distance at an extremely fast speed.

"Old Qiao really has a trump card. This speed is almost comparable to a top-tier third-tier spirit boat, isn't it? Golden Core Late Stage cultivator flying at full speed can barely keep up. No wonder he's known as Qiao Taotao."

Chen Dengming looked surprised. Seeing that Qiao Zhaoxian was chasing after him and getting closer and closer, he quickly sent a telepathic message.

"If you can escape, then go your separate ways. Why are you following me?"

Qiao Zhaoxian replied, "We're not going to split up. We just did, and then we ran into this big guy on the way. It's safer to stay with you."

"Trying to cling to me now, huh? How can all the cultivators of the Tiandao Sect be so shameless!"

Chen Dengming was so angry he wanted to grind his teeth.

He had originally planned to flee to Nanxun to hide.

But now that Qiao Zhaoxian has followed, he doesn't want to expose the location of the entrance to Nanxun, nor does he want to lure such a Great Demon beast to the Mingyun Mountain Range.

That was, after all, his base of operations, and it was too close to Brocade Workshop.

This Great Demon general is clearly not a benevolent being. Once he is outmaneuvered in the Mingyun Mountain Range, there's no guarantee he won't commit massacres and vent his anger on the many low-level cultivators of Brocade Workshop.

Chen Dengming continued to transmit his voice, "Old Qiao, split up and go easily. Don't do anything foolish."

Before he could finish speaking, the cloud of blood mist that Qiao Zhaoxian had transformed into was already whistling towards him. It flew over in a flash, stuck to the protective shield of the spirit boat, and returned to human form, panting heavily with sweat on his face.

"Quick, Open Door and let me in to catch my breath."

Chen Dengming's expression was grim. He sensed with his Divine Sense that the minotaur was still relentlessly pursuing them. Although the distance was considerable, over a hundred miles, the oppressive feeling in his heart clearly indicated that they had been locked onto by the minotaur's Divine Sense.

With both sides moving at the same speed, getting rid of the minotaur is clearly quite difficult.

"Old Qiao, that's not fair of you. At your speed just now, if you had run in another direction, you would have already shaken off that minotaur."

Chen Dengming said angrily, but still opened the protective barrier and let Qiao Zhaoxian in.

Qiao Zhaoxian on the deck, took out a bottle of Spirit Spring nectar and gulped down several mouthfuls, panting heavily.

"You don't understand. I can escape, but I'm doing this for your own good."

Chen Dengming, "?"

Good heavens, they've attracted the minotaurs, or is it for his own good?

Qiao Zhaoxian sideways and said, "You think I'm joking? Do you know how I encountered this Bull Head General on my journey? I was suddenly hit by an axe. This dignified Golden Core cultivator ambushed me and almost destroyed my spirit boat."

I had no choice but to abandon ship and flee. Besides the Bull Head General, the Soul Devouring Old Devil and the Mochao Kingdom Luo also appeared this time. I suspect there might be other powerful Devil Cultivator on their way.

If we run away haphazardly, we're likely to run into them. It's better for two people to escape together than for one of us to run into a Golden Core Devil Cultivator.

"Your analysis makes sense, but why do I keep getting the feeling that you're afraid?"

Chen Dengming frowned.

"How is that possible?"

While taking medicine to recover his Spiritual Qi, Qiao Zhaoxian said solemnly, "Why should we, the cultivators of the Tiandao Sect, hesitate to fight? Fellow Daoist Chen, if you just say you want to do it now, I'll fight you right away!"

Chen Dengming scanned the distance with his Divine Sense and discovered that the Minotaur's Golden Core had changed its flight mode, increasing its speed by another 20% and gradually closing the distance. He snorted coldly.

"You're really keen on this, huh? If you don't shake off this minotaur by now, I'll take you on. Don't be a coward."

Upon hearing this, Qiao Zhaoxian burst into laughter, his demeanor heroic, and his fighting spirit rekindled. He said, "Of course I won't back down. If we really can't shake each other off, then we'll fight the Golden Core cultivators again!"

"May I, Old Qiao, also try out my amazing feat of Reverse Kill Golden Core this time?"

Chen Dengming glanced sideways and poured cold water on the idea, saying, "Last time, that Blazing Flame Blood Devil was careless. This minotaur's strength is probably no less than the Blazing Flame Blood Devil's. Want to kill him? You're more likely to drag you down with him."

As for the strength of this minotaur, he could now see that it wasn't much stronger than the Blazing Flame Blood Devil, and might even be weaker. Otherwise, Qiao Zhaoxian wouldn't have been able to withstand it for so long.

Qiao Zhaoxian's expression was serious. "This minotaur's Physical Body strength is indeed formidable, but I feel it's only slightly stronger than when I use the Heavenly Dao Battle Body. Compared to Fellow Daoist Chen's small giant state back then, it should only be slightly stronger."

If you can maintain that state for a while, we should be able to take him down.

Chen Dengming shook his head, "You overestimate me. That kind of state can't be maintained for long."

Qiao Zhaoxian frowned. "That will be difficult. However, perhaps the Minotaur's Divine Sense power is weak. Fellow Daoist Chen, if you summon that Fierce Ghost from last time, it should be able to affect it."

If we were to summon Fellow Daoist Gao again, the three of us joining forces might give us a better chance of victory."

Chen Dengming solemnly said, "Fighting against them is a poor strategy for us to fight against a strong enemy when we are weak. It is a strategy we have to adopt when we really can't shake them off."

You should inform Gao Lingxiao first, and prepare for both possibilities.

"Okay!" Qiao Zhaoxian up and immediately replied.

Unbeknownst to them, the relationship between the two leaders had subtly changed.

Qiao Zhaoxian was once Chen Dengming's team leader. Even though he would value and consult Chen Dengming's opinion, he still mainly relied on his own ideas.

Now, however, Chen Dengming is making the arrangements, Qiao Zhaoxian is in charge of carrying them out.

This precisely reflects the unique phenomenon in the Cultivation World where strength is paramount.

Chen Dengming had already temporarily adjusted his plans.

Now that Qiao Zhaoxian is on his ship, he can't be so heartless as to kick him out directly, after all, they are a team working together to complete the mission.

Moreover, what the other party said makes sense. There's a chance that other Golden Core Devil Cultivator might be alerted and rush over from other directions. At this moment, it's safer for the two of them to stay together than for one person to be alone.

Of course, all of these are predicated on the premise that he does not go to the southern search area and continues to live a life of hiding.

Now, however, it is impossible to go directly to the Southern Seeking Land and bring annihilation to the cultivators at the Brocade Workshop, unless there is truly no other way.

After the plan was changed, Qiao Zhaoxian quickly contacted Gao Lingxiao.

After the two sides exchanged positions using the War Zone map, they saw that the minotaur was getting closer, and its roar could be heard clearly from forty or fifty miles away, like rolling thunder.

"At crucial moments, we still need to use the lady's treasure."

Chen Dengming took out the Wind and Fire Wheel booster from his Treasure Pouch and, to Qiao Zhaoxian's astonishment, propelled it forward.

The two boosters immediately flew to the bottom of the spirit boat, bursting out vortex-like airflow and beginning to generate propulsion.

"Whoosh!--"

The spirit boat's speed immediately increased by another 20%, maintaining the same speed as the minotaurs chasing behind, preventing the final forty or fifty miles from being quickly closed.

Qiao Zhaoxian taken aback, then his eyes lit up as he laughed, "Wow, Fellow Daoist Chen, this Law Artifact is quite impressive. Where did you buy it? It can actually increase the speed of the spirit boat by so much!"

He wasn't interested in anything else, but when it came to treasures that could speed up escape, he would be the first person interested, even more interested than improving his combat power.

"It was made by my wife; you can't buy it anywhere else."

Chen Dengming responded casually, looking at the minotaur chasing after him with a thunderous roar. He was in a good mood; only Golden Core Realm minotaur could outmaneuver him.

Qiao Zhaoxian a pang of envy. It's so good to have a good wife, capable and loving.

"Then, could your wife..."

Chen Dengming frowned. "What time is it now? Stop chatting. We'll talk about it later. Let's prepare for battle at any time. It seems we can't shake off this old ox."

His persistence is likely because we are his primary target.

Chen Dengming began to change the direction of the spirit boat, flying around the edge of the Mingyun Mountain Range without entering them, but maintaining a close yet distant connection.

This allows for both offensive and defensive maneuvers.

Even if the battle becomes dangerous, there's no time to worry about that; the only option is to escape back to our stronghold.

Qiao Zhaoxian was solemn as he gripped the spirit crystal to accelerate the recovery of his Core Power, and he said gravely.

"It seems that the Devil Cultivator cultivators have really set their sights on us."

The fact that two of the Mochao Kingdom's protectors have appeared in the past year, after so many years of absence, is no coincidence. Perhaps it is because our killing of the Mochao Kingdom's Prince last time has provoked the Mochao Kingdom's revenge.

However, our three sects were clearly not without precautions.

I just noticed that those who have appeared on our side include Qiu Feng, the True Person Changchun of the Longevity Sect Qiu Feng; Wu Nayan, the Elder of the Tiandao Sect; and Tan Jiyuan, the Elder of the Shu Sword Pavilion. These are all Golden Core Late Stage cultivators. Their sudden collective appearance seems to be an ambush. However, they missed this Bull Head General.

Chen Dengming nodded and calmly analyzed, "Even Golden Core Great Cultivator aren't as common as cabbages, and late-stage cultivators are even less common."

The mission Jade Slip mentioned that four magic arrays were guarded by Golden Core Devil Cultivator, but they have been lured away.

This Bull Head General was probably originally Golden Core Great Cultivator guarding the area around the four magic arrays, but our sect lured him away. The other two Golden Core Late Stage cultivators arrived temporarily.

"We destroyed the magic array, and this minotaur will be punished when he returns. Naturally, he resents us and is chasing after us relentlessly."

He paused, then quickly replaced the operating crystal for the spirit boat.

Sensing that the surging Demon Power behind him had not diminished at all, he had already made up his mind and frowned.

"How much longer until Fellow Daoist Gao arrives?"

We've arrived.

Qiao Zhaoxian's eyes flashed brightly as he looked ahead, his fighting spirit growing even stronger.

Chen Dengming was speechless.

Could he have been tricked by this guy this time? Is he trying to take advantage of his and Gao Lingxiao's presence to boost his Golden Core cultivation record and solidify his position as the Daoist Dao Child of the Tiandao Sect?

Looking up, one could see a sword light piercing the air from afar, moving with incredible speed, as if it were rushing to lend a helping hand with great excitement and enthusiasm.

Chen Dengming felt even more strongly that he had been tricked.

Did Qiao Zhaoxian say something to this Candidate Sword Son? This Candidate Sword Son also seems very excited and thrilled.

"So reckless, so incredibly reckless."

The two simply changed their names to Qiao Langlang and Gao Xiaolang.

I don't like this kind of recklessness. If things get really bad when a fight breaks out, I won't care about either of you anymore.

Chen Dengming made up his mind.

Judging from the current situation, war is inevitable.

Fortunately, they had already flown thousands of miles away, far from the Battlefield of Golden Core Late Stage cultivators, and were located on the edge of the Mingyun Mountain Range. If they couldn't win, they could escape at any time, so they didn't have too many worries.

Call out--

With a flash of sword light, a tall, slender figure exuding a faint fragrance emerged from the rain of swords.

Chen Dengming opened the protective shield of the spirit boat, allowing Gao Lingxiao to enter, and then said.

"It seems we can't shake off the minotaur behind us. He's likely the guardian of the magic array who was lured away. Let's try to see if we can repel him."

Gao Lingxiao raised her eyebrows sharply, landing on the deck, and smiled, revealing her dimples, "Alright! I'll follow your arrangements, Fellow Daoist Chen."

Chen Dengming was speechless.

No.

That's a Golden Core Bull Demon! Don't you know your place, young lady? How big is that old bull's penis?

Why are you making that expectant face?

"Thump!"

Qiao Zhaoxian's spiritual power surged forth, his Tiandao Square Halberd planted firmly on the ground. He said in a deep voice, "If we can kill this old ox, that would be best. But if there is any danger, we should split up and escape immediately."

"At least you still have a conscience and some intelligence; you know to plan your retreat before you even advance."

Chen Dengming glanced at Qiao Zhaoxian and thought to himself, then said to the two of them.

"How do we plan to fight? Let's discuss it first. Who will lead the attack, who will lead the defense, and who will control the game?"

Qiao Zhaoxian laughed heartily, "Fellow Daoist Chen, there's no need for such trouble. We're not novice fighters; we're skilled in offense, defense, and control. We'll adapt to the situation."

Gao Lingxiao's body condensed Sword Qi, incredibly sharp, and he laughed arrogantly, "What I cultivate Wanming Sword Scripture of the Shu Sword Pavilion, which is all about offense and no defense!"

Chen Dengming ignored Old Qiao and nodded, saying, "Alright, then Fellow Daoist Gao, you just focus on the attack, and I'll provide cover for you."

Qiao Zhaoxian her eyes.

In terms of offensive power, Sword Cultivator are formidable.

But of the three present, you, Chen Baimao, are the strongest. What are you talking about, providing cover?

However, this division of labor is also good. The three of them can support each other, advance or retreat as needed, and hold back, which increases their chances of winning.

After reaching an agreement, Chen Dengming began to slow down the spirit boat and then put it away.

The three instantly transformed into three beams of light, positioned in a triangular formation, awaiting the approaching enemy.

The night was already deep.

In the blue-silk-like night sky, the cold stars, shimmering with cross-shaped rays, resembled magnificent diamonds.

From afar, the Bull Head General, wielding a giant Demon Weapon, charged forward with a fierce and powerful roar, truly resembling a mad bull.

"Bring it on!"

Holding the Tiandao Square Halberd, Qiao Zhaoxian took the lead, his body beginning to emit subtle Golden Light. His face gradually revealed a marble-like color and texture, his muscles bulged, his bones lengthened, and his robes were stretched taut.

Chen Dengming and Gao Lingxiao were on the left and right of the back.

Sword light condensed on one person's body, like a silver river flowing down from above, separating heaven and earth, gathering its power.

One of them summoned the Soul Guiding Banner, released the brothers within it, and then summoned the Soul Shocking Silk.

After these Soul Shocking Silk gathered, they formed a dazzling white light. Under the pressure of Chen Dengming's hands, the thousands of threads were rapidly compressed within the white light, colliding and spinning wildly with crackling sounds.

With each rotation, the speed increases, and the lethality increases.

An incredibly oppressive and restless, overwhelming pressure instantly enveloped the surrounding area.

The Spiritual Qi from all directions was quickly drained and gathered here.

Tiandao Sect's Candidate Dao Son Qiao Zhaoxian.

Gao Lingxiao Candidate Sword Son Shu Sword Pavilion.

Longevity Sect: Chen Baimao, a potential seed.

The most powerful cultivators among the three pseudo-core cultivators have gathered!

"Roar!"

The Bull Head General, who had only charged within ten miles, suddenly sensed three formidable threats brewing within him, and a hint of surprise and hesitation appeared in his enormous bull eyes.

Just then, a thunderous roar came from afar, and a blazing white halo of light shot in with lightning speed.

"Little bull demon, if you don't want to die, kneel down and call me grandpa!"

"Court death!!"

Upon hearing this, the Bull Head General flew into a rage. Without further hesitation, his eyes turned bloodshot, and with a roar, his thick arms bulged with muscles as he suddenly swung his giant axe like a whirlwind.

A loud clang!

The moment the Primordial Qi Bracelet collided with the giant axe, a surge of powerful Spiritual Qi erupted.

The dazzling light, like rolling waves, swept outwards in all directions.

Amidst the thunderous roar, the trees surrounding the valley below were shattered by the raging energy, with fallen leaves and wood chips flying wildly.

The tall trees in the distance swayed violently, bending low as if their branches were bent over.

The Primordial Qi Bracelet let out a mournful cry and was directly blasted into shrinkage and retreat by the whirlwind-like giant axe.

The minotaur roared and charged forward, about to grab the Whirlwind Axe and throw it.

However, at that moment, from the forest below, a hideous, sparsely-haired demon head appeared, with two illusory claws and holding a huge, bright eyeball, which it fixed on the minotaur, emitting a sinister, cacophony laugh.

A sinister and chilling Malevolent Spirit Power instantly invaded the minotaur's mind, causing him to experience emotional turmoil.

"Ah!"

The Bull Head General suddenly felt an inexplicable irritation and became so agitated that his black fur stood on end, shaking out many lice. He roared to the sky and swung his axe wildly upwards.

Whoosh!

A massive axe beam pierced the sky, tearing through the clouds.

At that moment, an unparalleled speed sword light pierced through the sky and swept in.

Following the sword light, there was an incredibly concentrated beam of blazing white light, within which sharp streams of air collided and impacted.

Chen Dengming and Gao Lingxiao launched their attacks one after another, their coordinated attacks flowing seamlessly together.

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