This Battle Is Way Too Fantastical!

"Not dead?"

The Azure Origin Patriarch's surprised voice came from within the cave abode, followed by the faint appearance of a figure.

Five people who had not even reached the Void Breaking realm had actually managed to withstand his previous attack.

They did have some skill.

As soon as he finished speaking, before the dust had even settled, immense spiritual energy carrying sword intent came rushing at them.

It had been many years since he had drawn his sword. He wanted to see just how long these five could hold out.

Be careful of them. You can't defeat them. Find an opportunity to leave.

The system's voice quietly sounded, echoing beside the Azure Origin Patriarch's ear.

What did that mean?

Was this the system's doing again?

It really knew how to cause trouble for him.

But their highest cultivation was only at the Great Perfection of the Deity Transformation realm. He had cultivated in the Void Breaking realm for many years. He still had that much confidence.

The five wore grave expressions as they spread out.

As the strongest cultivator among them, Zhao Wu launched his counterattack quickly.

A massive dharma manifestation abruptly appeared, shooting into the heavens. Holding some unknown weapon in its hand, it charged toward the sword intent before it.

Ripples spread through space.

In a world like this, space had its limits after all. When two powerful forces collided, they could easily affect the surrounding space.

Being able to contend against the Void Breaking realm with the strength of the Great Perfection of the Deity Transformation realm was enough to show Zhao Wu's power.

This containment facility really was extraordinary.

Gu Yuan had been watching as a bystander. In truth, he was the one most hoping for both sides to suffer.

It would be best if neither died, lest they waste his energy.

He was getting closer and closer to accumulating enough energy to influence the Azure Origin Patriarch. He was still counting on him to promote the Qi Refining Formula.

"The Void Breaking realm is nothing special."

Whether Zhao Wu was merely putting on a brave front or not, he wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and continued attacking.

Because the other four were not strong enough, they could only form some kind of formation in an attempt to restrict the Azure Origin Patriarch's strength.

It had to be said, it really worked.

At least some of the pressure had been reduced.

"Outsiders from beyond this realm. System, you really didn't deceive me."

Seeing their methods, the Azure Origin Patriarch spoke to the system in his heart.

Yes. They are very powerful, and those behind them are powerful as well. Leave this world as soon as possible.

The system continued urging the Azure Origin Patriarch to leave, its voice as cold as ever.

"Did you bring them here?"

The Azure Origin Patriarch went straight to the heart of the matter.

Yes, and no.

The system's answer to that question was extremely vague.

But this was a critical moment, and the Azure Origin Patriarch had no time to probe further.

He should kill the five first.

The battle between both sides was extremely intense. Gu Yuan really wanted to snack on some sunflower seeds, but there was nothing here except ash.

Well, even if there were any, he could not eat them.

"So this is what a battle between Deity Transformation and Void Breaking cultivators looks like."

Today had truly opened Gu Yuan's eyes. This was the first time he had seen a battle at this level.

Space itself undulated like seawater.

It seemed this world's level was not very high. If some immortal came here, space would probably shatter.

"A spatial confinement formation?"

The Azure Origin Patriarch naturally noticed the spatial ripples continuously flowing back during the battle, and his eyes narrowed.

Host, I can break the formation, but there will only be one chance. Otherwise, you will perish.

The system was so noisy.

Ignoring the system's voice, the Azure Origin Patriarch slashed his sword at Zhao Wu.

The sword intent arced like a rainbow.

This wasn't good.

The containment facility had looked pretty formidable, so how had it suddenly fallen into a disadvantage?

Gu Yuan glanced at his current energy progress.

Just a little more.

Almost there.

A special energy instantly surged into the Azure Origin Patriarch's body.

Guidance activated.

Just as the sword intent was about to strike Zhao Wu, it shifted slightly to the left.

The sword intent slashed straight through empty air.

The Azure Origin Patriarch was clearly stunned. Why had his attack just deviated?

How strange.

Zhao Wu was also confused. Why had that sword suddenly gone off target?

Even the Azure Origin Patriarch could not aim properly.

"That's more like it."

After finding a slightly cleaner spot, Gu Yuan sat there and guided both sides, becoming the director of this battlefield.

Your punch went straight into the sky.

My dharma manifestation turned its back on the enemy.

Why did I suddenly want to throw away my sword?

Wait.

Why did I suddenly want to shout out my move when attacking?!

"Cangyuan Sword Technique!"

"Azure Heaven Fist!"

"Third Dharma Manifestation of the Eternal Body Refinement Art!"

"Heaven and Earth in Motion!"

What was all this?

The four containment facility personnel maintaining the formation had no idea what was happening.

The battle style had clearly not been like this just now.

Why had the two of them suddenly started calling out their techniques and cultivation arts?

Why had it turned into turn-based combat?!

Something was wrong. There was definitely something wrong!

"What is the captain doing?"

"No idea. Could he be plotting something?"

"Possibly. The captain really is the captain. He was at a disadvantage just now, yet he instantly became evenly matched."

"Let's maintain the formation properly. Leave the rest to the captain."

The four had no idea what they should do now, so they could only follow their previous plan.

Time passed.

An hour went by.

High in the sky, Zhao Wu and the Azure Origin Patriarch traded blows back and forth, evenly matched.

"Heh, I never expected a mere Great Perfection Deity Transformation cultivator to fight me on equal footing."

"Heh, the Void Breaking realm is nothing special."

Well then.

The dialogue and scene now looked very much like something out of a fantasy novel.

It could not be helped. Gu Yuan had read too many novels, so he had inevitably been influenced somewhat.

Zhao Wu panted heavily, a trace of apprehension flashing through his eyes as he looked at the Azure Origin Patriarch.

Time!

Time was the most important thing!

The mission deadline was approaching. Even if he did not die, he would still have to pay a tremendous price.

Neither outcome was something he could easily bear.

He could not keep dragging this out.

"System! Empower me. Help me kill him first, then we can talk about leaving."

The Azure Origin Patriarch spoke to the system in his heart, wanting to borrow its power.

The system remained silent.

"Useless piece of trash."

Cursing the system inwardly, the Azure Origin Patriarch's expression darkened.

He could only use the ancient exotic treasure!

Glancing at the mission timer, Zhao Wu gritted his teeth and made his decision.

He could not wait any longer.

He had to end this quickly.

An ancient exotic treasure?

Gu Yuan had heard those four words at the inn earlier. Apparently, it was something very sinister, though he did not know exactly how sinister.

So he temporarily did not interfere with Zhao Wu's thoughts.

In an instant, the entire area covering the back mountain turned pitch-black. Endless eerie auras rose up, and the air filled with an icy chill that carried the threat of death.

This was...

Gu Yuan stood up and looked toward the strange-looking thing in the sky.

At this moment, even the air seemed to become heavy. An inexplicable pressure made everyone except Gu Yuan feel uncomfortable.

Was that a cup?

Unknown patterns were engraved on its outer wall. An eerie aura continuously swirled around it, and even one extra glance could make one's mind grow dazed.