Seeing the tribulation clouds disperse high above and all the Origin Qi and Lawlight enter the Ghostface Butterfly's body, Elder Li of the Ice Ripple Sect knew its tribulation was completely over. A vicious glint flashed in her eyes. Without another moment's hesitation, she struck first!
Clang!
A clear sword cry burst across the heavens. A silver flying sword shot through the air, bearing the immense power of the ninth layer of Void Refinement. Its sword light was bone-chilling, tearing through the swirling air as it stabbed straight toward Xiao Han nearby.
As a veteran cultivator at the ninth layer of the Void Refinement Realm, she knew in her heart that she could not defeat Xiao Han, but she could certainly tie him down for a little while.
As long as she kept Xiao Han occupied, Elder Wu could seize the Ghostface Butterfly first, then join her against their enemy.
Then they would face him two against one. Even if they could not defeat him, they could hold out for a long time.
Almost simultaneously, Elder Wu raised one hand.
Hiss!
A dazzling, razor-sharp streak of white sword light took shape. Its Sword Qi was condensed like frost, and it slashed down at Chen Changming, who stood quietly below on guard. Its intent was unmistakable: to kill this seemingly weak inner disciple of the Snow Bamboo Sect in a single blow.
The pair worked seamlessly together, one restraining their powerful foe while the other delivered a killing strike and seized the butterfly. Their attacks were ruthless and decisive, without the slightest restraint.
"Ridiculous. Do you think I'm some harmless herbivore?"
In midair, Xiao Han laughed rather than panicked at the sight. The sinister gleam in his eyes intensified, and, already prepared, he instantly activated his bonded Spirit Treasure.
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