Just as Guangchengzi and the other two were fighting over them, a new grand formation suddenly unfolded between heaven and earth. It accorded with the cosmos, its force like rushing torrents. Amid howling yin winds, black mist churned. Even with supreme treasures protecting them, the two were still bewildered by the formation and, in their daze, missed the remaining three swords.
Lu Tian's gaze turned icy. This Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation was even more dangerous than the Immortal-Slaying Sword Formation, specifically designed to erode cultivators' foundations. He immediately summoned the Human Emperor Seal, its clear light of merit shielding his body. At the same time, he darted to his fellow disciples' side, his sleeve sweeping out as he tried to carry everyone from the formation.
Unexpectedly, twenty-four Sea-Calming Divine Beads shot through the air. Just as the Nine Dragons True Fire entangled the beads, the Golden Flood Dragon Scissors transformed into two flood dragons and severed the fire spirits. As the Dragon-Binding Rope captured the remaining flames, the divine beads struck again. Lu Tian swung his blade and sent the treasures flying, only to see Zhao Gongming reveal his true form and completely seal off their retreat.
The Human Emperor Seal crashed against the two spiritual treasures. For an instant, their precious light dimmed, and the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation fully unfolded. Cultivators of the Three Sects were all trapped within it. Lu Tian's expression grew increasingly grave—this most dangerous killing formation had ultimately dragged him inside.
As the formation took shape, Zhao Gongming secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He had feared he would not be able to hold Lu Tian back for long, but fortunately, the Three Xiao sisters had set up the formation swiftly. Lu Tian hurriedly retreated within the formation and released his fellow disciples, saying