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As the Black Wind Old Monster drew closer, Xunuo raised his hand and unleashed nearly a hundred Attack Talismans. Instead of concentrating them on the Black Wind Old Monster, he spread them out evenly to form a defensive barrier.
Xunuo's plan was to rely on the Talismans to severely injure the Black Wind Old Monster, but that was nothing more than a fool's dream. With the speed of its Flying Artifact, dodging the Talismans would be effortless. Therefore, Xunuo aimed to force the Black Wind Old Monster to increase its distance, making it maneuver around the trap set by the Attack Talismans and widening the gap between them.
However, what Xunuo never expected happened. The Black Wind Old Monster did not evade; instead, it charged straight into the Talisman trap without hesitation. A thunderous explosion of spells followed, and the Black Wind Old Monster, along with its Flying Chariot, shot into the air protected by a Magic Shield.
This completely disrupted Xunuo's calculations. He could even feel the Black Wind Old Monster's Divine Sense sweep over him. Without pausing, Xunuo raised his hand again and hurled another hundred Attack Talismans.
The Black Wind Old Monster let out a sinister laugh. Channeling its magic, the Magic Shield grew denser. At the same time, it flicked its wrist to summon a Crimson Flying Sword artifact. Infusing it with magic power, it shouted, "Slash!"
The Crimson Flying Sword vanished in an instant. However, a loud crash soon followed, sending the Black Wind Old Monster flying backward to crash onto the ground.
When Xunuo looked at the Black Wind Old Monster again, it was half-sitting on the scorched earth, blood gushing from several thumb-sized holes in its chest. The wreckage of its Flying Chariot lay scattered around. Yet, the Black Wind Old Monster did not seem discouraged. It quickly activated a Flying Talisman and leaped into the air, looking in Xunuo's direction as it attempted to escape.
At that moment, while the Black Wind Old Monster was injured, its Golden Flying Sword inevitably struck Xunuo. However, as it was wounded, the sword's spirit faltered slightly. This momentary delay diminished the sword's power just enough for Xunuo to unleash his Five Shadow Needles in retaliation.
In an instant, Xunuo rolled away, blood spraying from his mouth as he fled toward Chaotic Valley. The Five Shadow Needles lost much of their spirit and were hastily stored back in his storage pouch. Meanwhile, his Armor Artifact appeared undamaged.
Though Xunuo had not been killed in one blow, that powerful strike still caused his internal organs to shift and his blood to surge violently. He had no time to spare; he forced himself onward despite his injuries as he made his way into the valley. At this point, he was nearing a safe zone within Chaotic Valley. With the speed granted by a high-level Flying Talisman, he quickly entered Chaotic Valley and rushed toward his Cave.
Suddenly behind him came a thunderous roar from the Black Wind Old Monster that echoed throughout Chaotic Valley. The voice was filled with boundless anger and helplessness; this loss had cost him dearly and was tied to his excessive arrogance.
In his second round of Attack Talismans thrown at the monster, Xunuo had mixed in a Dan Lei wrapped in an invisible talisman. This Dan Lei was in an activated state and exploded right before the Black Wind Old Monster in an instant. It shattered the monster's Magic Shield and severely injured it while completely destroying its heavily purchased Flying Chariot.
At this moment, the hatred that Black Wind Old Monster felt towards Xunuo was no longer just the old enmity. It was now mixed with a new resentment that had arisen since entering Chaotic Valley.
After entering Chaotic Valley, Black Wind Old Monster thrived as if he were a fish in water. Although he was merely the second-in-command of the Black Dragon Society, his unmatched magical power allowed him to wield tremendous authority within Chaotic Valley. However, Xunuo remained a thorn in his side. Most of the enemies who had come with him had fled, leaving only Xunuo, who lingered before him every day yet could not be killed. This had become a source of ridicule in Chaotic Valley and left Black Wind Old Monster feeling restless and irritated.
Today, he had a golden opportunity but ultimately failed to eliminate this persistent threat. Not only did he fail to rid himself of this burden, but he also ended up in a situation where both sides suffered losses. How could this not leave Black Wind Old Monster filled with resentment?
Though Black Wind Old Monster possessed formidable power, he was severely injured by Dan Lei, which struck at his very foundation. After a furious roar, he fled back to his Cave to heal his wounds and recover his magical energy.
The sight of these two fleeing to their respective Caves left the cultivators of Chaotic Valley dumbfounded. Xunuo appeared pale and spat blood, which the others could understand. However, Black Wind Old Monster looked even more severely injured, causing great shock among the cultivators of Chaotic Valley, who fell silent in fear of him suddenly lashing out in anger.
Upon returning to his Cave, Xunuo set up the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation and entered seclusion to heal his injuries. He had taken a heavy blow from Black Wind Old Monster. Fortunately, thanks to the dual protection of the Heavenly Shadow Spike and armor, he had not been killed outright. However, the internal injuries were still serious. After some thought, Xunuo took out a Minor Rejuvenation Pill and swallowed it, beginning to refine its medicinal properties while channeling energy to heal himself.
A few days later, as Xunuo felt his injuries improving and his mood slightly lifted, a Sound Transmission Talisman suddenly broke through the layers of Restrictions of the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation. A gentle voice transmitted through: “Alchemist Xunuo is permitted to temporarily open the formation.”
This was the first time Xunuo had seen someone break through the Restrictions of the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation to send a Sound Transmission Talisman. He immediately realized that this person must be one of the Valley Masters of Chaotic Valley. Only a Foundation Stage Cultivator would possess such means.
Xunuo quickly shook the Main Array Flag, closing all Restrictions of the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation. Then a powerful Mind Power swept slowly from Xunuo's Cave outward toward the Three Sacred Mountains.
After a moment, that gentle voice echoed again: “Alchemist Xunuo's ability to escape from that brat Black Wind is truly remarkable. However, once you are inside the valley, you need not worry anymore. That brat Black Wind absolutely dares not act recklessly here nor will he have any opportunity to strike at you. Just focus on healing your wounds.”
Afterward, a faint Divine Sense quietly withdrew.
Xunuo pondered for a moment but still chose not to open the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation. He then formed hand seals and entered meditation.
Xunuo had been in meditation for a full two months when he was suddenly awakened by a tremor. To his shock, he discovered that someone was attacking his Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation. This was unimaginable in Chaotic Valley.
Quickly, Xunuo extended his Divine Sense outward and saw Xi Dao Jing standing far outside the formation. Two of his subordinates were taking turns casting spells at the Three Talents Confining Dragon Formation. This distance allowed them to trigger the formation's defensive power without being harmed by its counterattack, a clever strategy indeed.
Seeing this situation, Xunuo realized that something urgent must have prompted Xi Dao Jing to resort to such measures to disturb him.
He immediately stepped out of the formation and cupped his hands toward Xi Dao Jing, asking, "What matter has prompted you to take such drastic measures, my friend?"
Xi Dao Jing smiled slightly and replied, "Today is the day of the Valley Master’s gathering of capable Alchemists in Chaotic Valley. I sent several voice transmission jade slips to you, but alas, Alchemist Xu has remained in seclusion without any response. I had no choice but to resort to this method, hoping it hasn’t disturbed Alchemist Xu."
Xunuo wondered, "What matters could we Alchemists discuss? We only know our craft of Alchemy; our other skills are rather lacking."
Xi Dao Jing said, "Let’s talk as we walk; we shouldn’t keep others waiting."
Xunuo thought about it and agreed. Since it was a meeting called by the Valley Master, delaying their arrival could provoke the Valley Master’s ire, which would not be wise.
As they walked, Xi Dao Jing briefly explained the rules of the meeting to Xunuo.
This gathering of Alchemists took place every ten years and primarily involved inviting capable Alchemists to refine various herbs. However, only those who had successfully produced pills in the past decade could participate, greatly limiting the number of attendees.
As for why this event was called a meeting rather than a herb refinement session, it was because after refining the herbs, there would be an exchange between the Valley Master and the Alchemists. However, this exchange was limited to those participating in the meeting, leaving Xi Dao Jing unable to fully understand it.
Xi Dao Jing's explanation was concise yet vague, leaving Xunuo feeling even more confused.
Xi Dao Jing led Xunuo directly up a mountain peak. This peak was one of the main summits of the Three Sacred Mountains. The Three Sacred Mountains consisted of three main peaks surrounding a deep valley. The entire area of the Three Sacred Mountains was a forbidden zone, accessible only by the summons of the Valley Master.
Although Xunuo's Cave was adjacent to the Three Sacred Mountains, it was Xunuo's first time entering the forbidden area of the main peak. There were no guards along the way, but Xi Dao Jing instructed Xunuo to stay close behind and not to look around or stray from the path. Xunuo nodded thoughtfully and followed, feeling somewhat enlightened.
However, as soon as Xunuo stepped onto the Three Sacred Mountains, she sensed a faint fluctuation of spiritual energy. Although this energy was weak, it was remarkably stable. Xunuo immediately understood why the Three Sacred Mountains were considered a forbidden area; there was indeed a Spiritual Vein present here.
At the top of this main peak stood a white palace. When Xunuo and Xi Dao Jing entered, they found nearly a hundred people gathered inside the great hall. A quick glance revealed that only about forty of them were Alchemists, while cultivators from the three major forces of Chaotic Valley made up the majority.
Xunuo quickly spotted the Black Wind Old Monster among them and felt that deadly gaze capable of killing. She tried her best to control her own magical power, ensuring not to reveal even a trace of it, lest she be detected by the Black Wind Old Monster and have her location tracked through the Tracking Talisman.
Having been in seclusion, Xunuo was the last to arrive. She noticed that in the center of the hall were forty-eight Alchemical Platforms, each with a Dan Ding placed upon it. She thought to herself that it seemed just as Xi Dao Jing had said; today they would be refining medicinal materials here.
At the front of the hall stood a stone couch with a Meditation Cushion placed on top. Moments later, an eerie red light flashed from the couch, revealing an elderly man with a long white beard and kind eyes sitting upon it.
The cultivators present bowed in unison and exclaimed, "We pay our respects to the Valley Master."
The Elder with Long Beard smiled and nodded, saying, "There's no need for formalities; please rise. I have summoned you all here today for some important tasks. However, I will not ask you to work for free; there will be ample rewards for your efforts."
With that, he gently waved his hand, and an envoy from the Valley Master stepped forward to provide detailed explanations.
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