Chapter 13140 Do you still want revenge?
In such a state, even Tianhe Realm powerhouses like them seemed so powerless.
What made them feel most desperate were the two weapons in Ling Xiao's hands—the Bloodthirsty Sword Soul and the God-Slaying Sword Soul.
Under Ling Xiao's control, the two martial spirits seemed to have life. Every time they were swung, there was a deafening roar, releasing terrifying power that made people's heart palpitate.
Not only are they extremely sharp and able to tear through space with ease, they also contain terrifying power that can only be possessed by top-grade divine weapons of the Earth Honored Class, making people afraid to even approach them.
The key is that Ling Xiao is also well versed in the art of souls. He seems to be able to see into people's hearts. The god-killing sword intent and bloodthirsty knife intent that he releases inadvertently are like an invisible storm, shuttling between battlefields, making it difficult for people to escape his sharp edge when they are trying to defend themselves. Every confrontation is terrifying and unpredictable.
The second protector's brows were almost twisted into a knot, and beads of sweat oozed out of his forehead. He knew very well that if this continued, even if the two of them joined forces, they would be unable to resist Ling Xiao's endless tricks and powerful strength.
The anxiety and urgency in his heart made him whisper, "No, we must break this deadlock, otherwise we will be exhausted and defeated sooner or later. We have to think of a foolproof plan."
At this time, the Fourth Protector seemed to have caught the determination and helplessness in the Second Protector's eyes. He thought for a moment, a gleam of light flashed in his eyes, and he suggested: "Brother, we might as well retreat to the underground fortress.
It is not only the foundation of our Huangquan Bulao Mountain, but also an indestructible refuge.
What's more, Xiao Lianzhu is also imprisoned there, and she is the weak spot of this kid. If we use her as bait, he will be afraid to act rashly. In this way, we may be able to find a chance to turn defeat into victory."
Although the two did not speak out loud, their conversation was clearly transmitted between each other's minds through the art of secret sound transmission, which not only maintained the secrecy of the battlefield, but also avoided the risk of being detected by Ling Xiao.
When the second guardian heard this, a glimmer of hope flashed in his eyes. He nodded heavily, as if he had made up his mind. Then, he gave the fourth guardian a firm look. No need to say more, the two of them already understood tacitly.
The second guardian moved, like an arrow shot from a bow, and suddenly accelerated, rushing towards the underground fortress. There was their last line of defense and their hope for counterattack.
The entrance to the underground fortress is hidden behind a dense forest. It looks ordinary on the outside, but it actually hides a mystery. As the second guardian approaches, the mechanism at the entrance quietly starts, and a heavy stone door slowly opens, revealing a deep passage leading to the underground world.
The second protector rushed in without hesitation. He knew that only there could they temporarily escape Ling Xiao's pursuit and plan their next move.
Although the four guardians were eager to retreat, Ling Xiao's insight seemed to be able to see through all disguises, and he had already seen through the intentions of the four.
Just as the four Dharma protectors were about to take a step forward and their bodies had not yet turned completely, Ling Xiao, as swift as a cheetah hunting, burst out with unprecedented power. This power was concentrated on the bloodthirsty knife in his hand. The knife flashed, like lightning that cut through the sky, and instantly split the huge body of the four Dharma protectors into two.
At that moment, the air was filled with a thick smell of blood and death. The Fourth Protector's body seemed so fragile under the powerful force. His eyes were full of disbelief and despair, but it was too late.
Ling Xiao's sword not only cut off his flesh, but also devoured his blood and essence. Even the soul power gained from years of cultivation was not spared and was sucked into the endless darkness.
The surroundings, which were originally noisy due to the fierce battle, became unusually quiet at this moment. Only the occasional sound of the wind in the distance and Ling Xiao's steady breathing nearby could be heard. This kind of silence seemed to freeze time, making people feel cold.
In the darkness not far away, Qian Xuejin of Sitong Commercial Bank witnessed all this. His face was as pale as paper and beads of sweat oozed from his forehead.
His eyes were fixed on Ling Xiao, with complex emotions surging in his heart - shock, fear, and a hint of dread.
He recalled Ling Xiao's arrogance when he was in Sitong Trading Company. At that time, he just thought that the other party was young and frivolous, and didn't know his place. Now it seems that hidden behind that arrogance is such terrifying strength and confidence.
Qian Xuejin couldn't help but secretly feel lucky that he didn't break up with Ling Xiao completely because of a momentary impulse. He knew very well that if Sitong Commercial Bank really went to war with Ling Xiao, even if it could win in the end, it would definitely be seriously injured and suffer heavy losses.
In this world where the strong prey on the weak, once the strength is damaged, it will give other forces an opportunity to take advantage of it. Bada Commercial Bank or other covetous forces will definitely take advantage of the opportunity and completely devour Sitong Commercial Bank.
As if he suddenly realized something, Qian Xuejin slowly turned his head and looked deeply at Qian Yingying beside him, his tone was somewhat complicated and heavy: "Yingying, you witnessed all this with your own eyes, do you still have the idea of revenge in your heart?"
Upon hearing this, Qian Yingying's body involuntarily trembled even more violently, as if even her soul was trembling.
Her eyes were wide open, and her pupils reflected the arrogant figure of Ling Xiao in the distance, as well as the devastated and miserable scene of Huangquan Bulao Mountain.
She clenched her hands into fists, her nails digging deep into her palms, but she felt no pain at all, because the fear and shock in her heart far exceeded her physical perception.
She originally thought that as the overlord of one side, Huangquan Bulao Mountain would be able to trap Ling Xiao in it like a dragnet once its mountain protection formation was activated, making it impossible for him to escape.
However, reality gave her a resounding slap in the face - Ling Xiao not only did not die, but instead with a thunderous force, he defeated the defenses of Huangquan Bulao Mountain one by one, and five of the eight guardians died on the spot. These bloody and cruel scenes played in her mind like a nightmare, making her unable to breathe.
"Tianhe Realm...That's Tianhe Realm!" Qian Yingying murmured to herself in her heart. Although her voice was small, it was full of disbelief and despair.
She knew very well that Tianhe Realm strongmen were rare on this continent, and each of them was enough to shake the power of one side. But now, such a powerful existence was easily killed by Ling Xiao like an ant. How could she not feel fear and powerlessness?
In response to her father's question, Qian Yingying did not answer immediately. Her lips trembled slightly. She wanted to say something, but her throat seemed to be strangled by an invisible force.
Her eyes were empty and confused, as if they had lost all color and hope, leaving only dead darkness.
At this moment, she was deeply aware that the gap between herself and Ling Xiao was not only a chasm in strength, but also a world of difference in mentality and will.
(End of this chapter)
