Chapter 12799 Wuhun Formation

Jiu Lao continued, "This level of formation not only contains powerful energy and mysterious runes, but is also given the name of 'Martial Soul' because of its powerful power and unique effects."

He paused and continued, “The reason why it is called a martial soul formation diagram is because when a formation diagram of this level is activated, the power it displays is almost comparable to that of a master in the True Martial Soul Realm.

The True Martial Soul Realm is a very high realm for martial artists to cultivate. A martial artist who reaches this realm has a soul power strong enough to influence the heaven and earth and control everything. When the fifth-level upper-grade holy pattern array is activated, it can simulate the power of a master of the True Martial Soul Realm. Therefore, we call it the Martial Soul Array. "

Ling Xiao nodded slightly, his eyes gleaming with determination. He bowed to Jiu Lao and answered confidently, "Okay, since you have such a request, I will obey your order and demonstrate my abilities to you. However, I dare to ask, what exactly do you want me to demonstrate to prove that I am worthy of the fifth-grade upper-grade holy pattern array diagram?"

Upon hearing this, Jiu Lao looked at Ling Xiao deeply.

He had met countless young people, some of whom were pretentious, and some of whom were humble and polite, but he had never seen a young man like Ling Xiao, who showed both an arrogant and unruly side and an extraordinary steadiness and maturity.

This strange contradiction aroused Jiu Lao's strong interest in Ling Xiao.

He looked at Ling Xiao's confident and determined eyes, as if he saw a young man with rich experience and youthful enthusiasm. He seemed to have lived many years, with an indescribable calmness and wisdom; he seemed to be as frivolous as a teenager, full of curiosity and desire to explore the unknown.

Jiu Lao pondered for a moment, his eyes flashing with expectation and test for Ling Xiao. He slowly said: "The test is also simple. If you can set up a fourth-level lower-grade holy rune array at this moment, I can be sure that you are gifted in holy runes."

After hearing this, Ling Xiao's face flashed with surprise. He smiled slightly and said, "Your request is not low. As far as I know, the attainments of the top Saint Mark Array Masters in the entire Southern Region are only at the level of the lower fifth grade."

Jiu Lao looked at Ling Xiao, as if trying to find out more information from his expression. He smiled slightly, with a hint of provocation in his tone: "Are you scared?"

Ling Xiao heard this, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes, he shook his head and retorted: "Afraid? Ever since I embarked on the path of martial arts, I have not known what fear is. Isn't it just a fourth-level lower-grade holy pattern formation? Just set it up here."

Seeing Ling Xiao so confident, Jiu Lao couldn't help but feel a little curious. He nodded, signaling Ling Xiao to start.

Ling Xiao smiled gently, his fingers dancing lightly in the air, as if playing a silent piece of music.

Suddenly, a chill came from the ground, and Jiu Lao was stunned for a moment. He looked down and saw that the stone bricks on the ground began to tremble slightly, as if they had life. Then, complex holy patterns began to interweave and spread on the ground. They were like silver streams, flowing and converging on the ground.

"This... is this the Cold Blade Formation? You actually set up a fifth-grade, lower-grade Holy Mark Formation, and... and you did it in less than three breaths?" Jiu Lao's voice trembled slightly. He widened his eyes, almost unable to believe the scene before him.

He originally thought that asking Ling Xiao to set up a fourth-level lower-grade holy pattern formation was already a big challenge. Unexpectedly, Ling Xiao not only completed it, but also far exceeded his expectations and directly set up a more advanced fifth-level lower-grade formation - the Cold Blade Formation.

Jiu Lao's heart was filled with shock. His face first showed surprise, then joy, and finally disbelief.

He stared at Ling Xiao, as if he wanted to see through the young man's inner world. His eyes no longer had the previous look of despair and loss, but were replaced by a bright light full of hope and desire.

"Ling Xiao, your talent and strength really impressed me. Maybe... maybe I will really need your help in the future." Jiu Lao's voice was trembling, and he was extremely excited. He felt as if he had found a bright pearl, which would bring him endless hope and possibilities.

Ling Xiao looked at Jiu Lao's excited expression. Although he was a little puzzled, it had nothing to do with him and he was not interested.

He was more concerned about whether he could get the Martial Soul Formation Diagram, so he asked: "Jiu Lao, am I ready now? Have I proven that I am worthy of the Martial Soul Formation Diagram?"

Jiu Lao came back to his senses after hearing Ling Xiao's words. He smiled and nodded, saying, "Of course, you have not only proved your strength, but also far exceeded my expectations. Come with me, I will take you to see the martial spirit formation diagram."

After that, Jiu Lao led Ling Xiao out of the simple hut. They crossed a field and came to a simple shed made of corn stalks.

At first glance, this shed looks like a simple toilet in the countryside, built haphazardly with rough corn stalks, and is incredibly simple.

"Jiu Lao, this... is this really where we are going? I don't need to go to the toilet." Ling Xiao stood in front of the shed, his face full of confusion and helplessness, his tone carrying a hint of embarrassment and puzzlement.

Jiu Lao couldn't help laughing when he heard Ling Xiao's words. He waved his hand as if he was chasing away a cloud. As he moved, the corn stalk shed in front of him began to blur gradually, and then dissipated like a phantom. Then, a deep and mysterious stone cave appeared in front of Ling Xiao.

"Stop talking nonsense and follow me." There was an unquestionable majesty in Jiu Lao's voice, and he took the lead and walked towards the stone cave.

Although Ling Xiao was full of curiosity and doubt, he still followed closely and stepped into this mysterious cave. As soon as he entered the cave, Ling Xiao's eyes lit up, and there was a different world here.

The space inside the cave was spacious and deep, like a natural hall. On the surrounding walls, various holy patterns were densely carved, and they flashed with faint light, as if containing some mysterious power.

These holy patterns are complex and exquisite, and each one seems to be a work of art, which is breathtaking.

Ling Xiao carefully observed these holy patterns, and couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration in his heart. He didn't expect that Jiu Lao was actually a master of holy patterns when he was young, and among these holy patterns, there were actually some fifth-level top-grade ones.

These holy patterns embody Jiu Lao's hard work and wisdom, and each one represents his profound attainments in the way of holy patterns.

These holy patterns are complex and exquisite, and each one seems to contain endless mysteries and power. Ling Xiao observed carefully, and he could feel the wisdom and skills behind these holy patterns. (End of this chapter)