The next morning, Qi Ling, following Qian Jiyin's instructions, went into the forest alone. Since the enemy outnumbered her, tricks wouldn't work, so Qi Ling could only have Xiao Ye and the others wait for her outside.
Although Qi Ling gained an enhancement from a Soul Ring, it didn't actually change his overall strength much. At Qi Ling Qi Ling's level, a simple increase in strength wouldn't be of much help anymore; what he needed most was a breakthrough in his cultivation realm.
Therefore, the risks Qi Ling will face this time are predictable. The other party is well-prepared and will definitely make thorough preparations to eliminate Qi Ling Qi Ling in one fell swoop.
Moreover, in order to restrict oneself, the opponent will definitely set traps, making it impossible for one to escape. This is the kind of situation where one is almost certain to die.
As Qi Ling was moving forward, someone suddenly appeared in front of him, startling him. He exclaimed, " Hao Long? What are you doing here? Luna has been captured by Qian Jiyin, and I was just about to go rescue her..."
Because Qi Ling was inside the ruins, he had no idea what Hao Long had done. Hao Long, however, said with a grim expression, " Qi Ling, I know. I came here to take you there!"
Qi Ling frowned, then understood what was going on, and said to Hao Long, "So that's how it is, Hao Long, I didn't expect you to do such a thing! Was this the Demon Alliance's idea, or your own decision?"
"Hmph, this is none of your business! Just come with me!" Hao Long said, turning and walking into the forest. Qi Ling had no choice but to follow behind Hao Long.
If this matter was Hao Long's own decision, then Qi Ling would be fine; she could simply deal with Hao Long later. But if it was the Demon Alliance... Qi Ling narrowed her eyes; she might be in for a tough battle.
The two arrived at their destination quickly, one after the other. Qian Jiyin was already waiting there with his signature smile on his face.
" Qi Ling, you've kept me waiting for so long! I thought you were too afraid to come. Our Holy Maiden has truly been misled," Qian Jiyin said.
Qi Ling said irritably, "Stop talking nonsense, Qian Jiyin. I've come as you asked. Where's Luna? Let me see her!"
"Haha, don't worry, Your Majesty, she's right here!" Qian Jiyin said, snapping his fingers. Then, something magical vanished into thin air, and Luna appeared on the open ground beside him.
Although Luna's injuries were no longer serious, the bloodstains on her body clearly showed what kind of treatment she had received, which made Qi Ling furious and unleashed a powerful aura instantly.
Luna saw Qi Ling arrive and immediately said anxiously, "Mr. Qi Ling, don't come! This is all a trap they've set to force you to submit by using me!"
Qian Jiyin, standing to the side, chuckled, "Sorry, it's too late. Now that Qi Ling has arrived, everything is irreversible. Your fates are sealed!"
Qi Ling coldly looked at Qian Jiyin and said, "Oh? Since my fate is already sealed, could you release Luna first? Anyway, I can't escape, right?"
Qian Jiyin laughed and said, "Hehe, I know you, Qi Ling, are incredibly powerful and have sharp methods. Since you want to save the Holy Maiden, why not go yourself? Don't worry, I won't stop you, and neither will anyone else!"
Qian Jiyin did this simply because he had definitely set a trap for Qi Ling around Luna, waiting for Qi Ling to step forward. At this moment, Luna shouted, "Mr. Qi Ling, don't come any closer! They've set a trap around me! Run!"
Even so, if Qi Ling wanted to save Luna, she still had only one option: to come to Luna's side in person. When she was five meters away from Luna, Qi Ling realized what kind of trap it was.
Qian Jiyin no longer intended to hide this trap. With Luna present, even if it was a conspiracy, Qi Ling had no choice but to fall for it.
The effect of this formation is quite simple: it suppresses all movement skills, making it impossible for anyone to escape and leaving them with no choice but to fight to the death. Luna is currently unable to move even half a step, precisely because of this formation.
Despite being caught in this trap, Qi Ling walked in without hesitation, went to Luna's side, helped Luna up, and checked her body, asking, "Are you alright, Luna?"
Luna looked at Qi Ling with teary eyes and said, "Mr. Qi Ling, I'm alright, but you... you shouldn't have walked into this trap for my sake."
Qi Ling stroked Luna's head and smiled, "You were willing to risk your life for me, so what is this? Let alone such a small trap, I would be willing to brave mountains of knives and seas of fire for you."
Qi Ling's words naturally moved Luna deeply, but they angered Hao Long, who was watching from the side. He resented what he couldn't have, so why could Qi Ling get it so easily? What was it about him that he lacked?
"Alright, Qian Jiyin, what are you waiting for? What are you waiting for? He's trapped here now, let's finish him off!" Hao Long shouted.
Upon hearing Hao Long's words, Qi Ling immediately shielded Luna behind her, saying, "Hmph, Hao Long, Qian Jiyin, I must say, your stuff does have some effect. I have no way to leave here."
"But do you really think the two of you can take me down? Aren't you being a bit too arrogant?"
Indeed, both of them were quite strong, even comparable to Qi Ling. But for some reason, neither of them felt confident of victory against Qi Ling, unsure of what methods Qi Ling would use.
But Qian Jiyin laughed and said, "Hahaha, Qi Ling Qi Ling, you're too naive. Who told you that it's just the two of us here?"
"To be honest, if it were just the two of us, we wouldn't be entirely confident. Your luck is just too tough!"
"But if we add him, I think that should be enough!"
Just after Qian Jiyin finished speaking, a man walked out from the side. This time, even Qi Ling had to frown, because the person who walked out was none other than Chu Ling!
Qi Ling didn't know why Chu Ling would agree to Qian Jiyin's request to fight against her together, but she figured it was probably because he was unwilling to accept his fate in the ruins, which was why he agreed.
Without a doubt, even with a Soul Ring, Qi Ling is still no match for Chu Ling, and the difference is so great that there is almost no chance of a comeback.
He could sense that the formation could trap him for at least ten minutes. Could he hold out for that long? With the combined efforts of the three, he doubted he could even last three minutes.
"So, Qi Ling, do you still think you have a chance of being rescued this time?" Qian Jiyin couldn't help but laugh.
Qi Ling didn't speak, but instead summoned the Demon God Halberd, demonstrating her resolve with action. "Enough talk, if you want my life, let's see if you have the ability!"