The Meng Brothers, Top Sixteen!
Boundless City - In the Scene
The Meng Clan brothers, Meng Tian and Meng Yi, respectively, reached the top 32 and 64. Reaching this stage with only the True Martial Five Realms...
Both of them are already considered prodigies, and if they are given more time to grow...
Once the two reach the sixth realm, and with years of careful cultivation, they might be able to break into the top sixteen and compete with many other geniuses!
From the current perspective--
Although Meng Yi possesses exceptional talent and the potential to become a general, he also has a refined temperament, and in the future, he may become a well-rounded talent with both literary and military prowess...
Meng Tian, on the other hand, was fond of martial arts and fighting. In several of his duels, he fought head-on and relied on his rich combat experience to win by relentlessly fighting back!
Even those with profound cultivation can turn the tide of battle by relying on their own unique fighting style, focusing on defeating the stronger by the weak!
You know what!
Meng Tian possesses a powerful physique, making him a natural-born physical cultivator. Once he masters the art of physical transformation, he may very well become a powerful physical cultivator in the future!
These two, though relatively unknown, failed to make a splash in this minor competition.
However, they also received an opportunity to enter the Heart-Refining Pagoda for purification, which could be considered a blessing from the Qin Clan to these followers...
That's not all--
In the Seven Mysteries of Northern Province, almost every sect and Lineage receives one or two slots, which is used to win people's hearts...
This trick may be a bit old-fashioned, but it's extremely effective!
The round of 16 officially began the following day!
Through a lottery, Qin Mingxi was paired with the Rogue Cultivator Li Shan, while Qin Mingzheng was paired with a female cultivator from the Nangong Clan...
Qin Mingzheng's tactics remained unchanged, focusing on probing first!
Once the opponent's tactics are forced out, then use the puppet to distract and suppress them...
I never expected this woman to be a music cultivator!
The so-called "sound cultivators" are a special group that uses music as their method of attack, typically based on various musical melodies...
It can cause hallucinations and trap enemies!
Its sound is specifically designed to target those with strong spiritual power; the stronger the spiritual power, the more easily one is seduced by the music...
And right now--
Qin Mingzheng was thus at a disadvantage. Whenever he tried to summon his puppet to fight, its flute music sounded like a demonic chant...
A drowsy, lethargic feeling suppressed his thoughts!
This makes it difficult for the puppet to concentrate its spirit and control it, thus this move, while not particularly sophisticated...
But that's enough to cause them a huge headache!
Qin Mingzheng suppressed his drowsiness, unable even to summon the Five Elements Beast Puppets, as his soul began to drift into a deep sleep, his body and soul separating...
Even if you shut down your five senses and isolate yourself from everything outside.
But the faint sound of the flute still echoed in his ears, disturbing his mind!
Damn it!
"You think you can use musical prowess?! I can too!"
"Gold Origin Bell, come here!"
As soon as Qin Mingzheng the decree, a golden bell at his waist immediately swelled up and flew out, its light and melodious chime completely drowning out the flute music!
Even the bell tolled, and it even launched a counterattack against the female cultivator from the Nangong Clan!
The latter shuddered, the flute music abruptly ceasing. Qin Mingzheng seized the opportunity, no longer holding back, his eyes revealing a fierce glint...
With a flick of his fingers, the human-shaped wooden puppets rapidly grew and changed size!
A moment later, ten soldier puppets appeared. As they were arranging themselves into battle formation, one puppet summoned a pipa, another summoned a guqin, and yet another pulled out a flute!
The three melodies intertwined, instantly merging into a melody...
A layer of pale blue sonic energy then enveloped Qin Mingzheng, transforming into a special Dao of Sound barrier that used Dao of Sound to resist Dao of Sound!
Defeat magic with magic!
The remaining seven humanoid puppets brandished swords, spears, and halberds, swarming towards the female cultivator, determined to capture her in one fell swoop!
This time, the tables have turned!
The female cultivator was overwhelmed and forced to retreat in defeat!
Even if she were to activate the flute again, Qin Mingzheng would not be afraid, for the three musical puppets beside him were specifically designed to protect against sound-based cultivators!
As one of the few methods capable of countering Puppet Technique...
Do you think Qin Mingzheng might have a backup plan? And this is Qin Mingzheng's other trump card!
[Puppet Master: Black Armor Ten Soldier Guards!]
As expected, Qin Mingzheng emerged victorious in this duel. Although the sound-based attacks were cunning and difficult to deal with, once a way to break through their defenses was found...
Therefore, one should have no fear regarding the principles of music!
Let's watch another match.
Qin Mingxi unleashed his sword and fought dozens of rounds with the Rogue Cultivator Li Shan!
Both wielded swords; one was swift as the wind and as fierce as thunder, while the other was unhurried and deliberate...
With the most peaceful Swordsmanship, I neutralized each attack!
Unfortunately...
Although Qin Mingxi's attacks were swift and fierce, his swordplay was exceptionally calm, as if every strike was meticulously calculated...
Li Shan, seemingly calm as still water, parried every move flawlessly, but inwardly, he grew increasingly impatient...
Qin Mingxi was extremely perceptive; his eyes changed, and he immediately made Hand Seals!
Her moves appear to be in the style of a swordsman.
But actually, Daoist magic is also what she's most skilled at...
With a flash of True Essence, a mirror-like Golden Light Law Artifact was suddenly unleashed, emitting countless brilliant Golden Light...
Countless golden rays, like raindrops!
Golden Light shone brightly, illuminating the youthful beauty; its dazzling brilliance finally enveloped Li Shan!
After the Golden Light swept through --
Although Li Shan used his Swordsmanship to block and intercept, he still suffered some minor injuries...
Although this golden light is not very lethal, it contains a trace of golden evil energy. If an ordinary Warrior accumulates too much of it, it will damage their meridians!
"You've lost..."
"The aura of metal has seeped into your body. Surrender..."
"Your swordsmanship is good, but it's too conservative and peaceful. I've heard of you; if you had a renowned teacher, perhaps you could improve even further."
Qin Mingxi spoke coldly, sheathing her sword and standing still. Seeing Li Shan lying on the ground, she, who was usually as cold as an iceberg, actually spoke kindly to him:
"Perhaps you should submit to my Qin Clan. Rogue Cultivator are ultimately rootless duckweed; even with your extraordinary talent, you still need a place to settle down..."
"If you're interested, I can introduce you to my third uncle."
"Cultivation emphasizes: wealth, companions, methods, and location. You must submit to my clan. My clan can provide you with wealth, and you'll have my third uncle, a sword immortal, to guide you..."
"If the law returns to our clan, we can teach you the method of Qi Condensation and advancement. As for land, our clan still has 100,000 vacant spiritual mountains under our jurisdiction..."
"If you're interested, you can choose whatever you like!"
"With such a fortunate fortuitous opportunity, why should one remain a recluse in the mountains?"