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The bloody scene in the town did not cause much of a stir. Although the town was large, it was nothing compared to the lower realms. In the Celestial Realm, such towns were commonplace. Moreover, Border Town was merely a remote area.
When the three arrived at the Teleportation Array, they couldn't help but frown.
"You cursed raven, you really brought this upon us," Zhao Yanwu said angrily.
Before them lay several guards sprawled out in disarray, clearly exhausted. One corner of the Teleportation Array had also been smashed.
"I didn't mean for this to happen. Just a random thought, and I ended up cultivating the ability to make my words manifest. Who am I supposed to blame?" Zuo Dao replied helplessly, not expecting the other party to be so decisive as to destroy the Teleportation Array right at the start of their actions.
"So what do we do now?" Chen Yang asked, noticing that both were eager to move on.
"What else can we do? We have to fix it," Zuo Dao said, feeling a bit of a headache. It was already troublesome enough that his own actions had caused this incident; now with Zhao Yanwu's situation, it was a whole heap of trouble. Things had gone smoothly for him in the lower realms—why were there so many issues as soon as he came up here? Was it because he had not been recognized by the Celestial Domain Intent?
If that were true, he really needed to hurry to the Celestial Pool.
Zhao Yanwu looked at the damaged Teleportation Array with a grim expression. Fix it? How could she? Although she was an Array Master, could she really repair the Teleportation Array?
Seeing Zhao Yanwu's expression, Zuo Dao understood what was going on. He just hadn't expected this Female Cultivator to look so troubled.
He stepped forward and patted her shoulder. "Let me handle it."
With that, he began to work on repairing the damaged Teleportation Array. After careful observation, he realized that whoever had destroyed it had likely not received proper training; they thought that simply smashing one corner would disrupt the entire structure of the array. Another reason was that the Teleportation Array was built very sturdily, with excellent defenses that made it difficult for anyone to cause significant damage in a short time, forcing them to settle for less.
Regardless, this was good news for Zuo Dao.
"Do you really know how to repair the Teleportation Array?" Zhao Yanwu looked at Zuo Dao with a skeptical gaze.
"Just a bit, just a bit. I'm just lacking some materials. Do you have any?" Although Zuo Dao had scavenged quite a few good items in the Great Star Domain, they were of no use in the Celestial Realm.
Zhao Yanwu casually tossed out a storage bag. "All my stuff is in here. Take a look and see if there's anything you need."
Zuo Dao caught it and examined the items inside the storage bag, finally letting out a sigh of relief.
"Fortunately, all the materials I need are here, and there's enough quantity. We can be on our way in no time." With that, Zuo Dao began to take action.
The damaged Teleportation Array was about a meter wide, and repairing it wasn't particularly difficult. Zuo Dao first checked the principles of this Teleportation Array and confirmed the repair plan. Then, with a swift motion, he poured out a large pile of materials from the storage bag and began working without a care for anyone around.
Watching as one material after another transformed under Zuo Dao's control into part of the Teleportation Array, Zhao Yanwu's mouth dropped open in disbelief.
"No way." She couldn't stand Zuo Dao any longer. He was simply better than her when it came to formations—what could she say? After all, he had received the inheritance of an Ancient Array Master. Now he could even handle Artifacts; it was too much of a blow to her!
In truth, this was just her own misconception, as the existence of Formation Principles led her to misunderstand Zuo Dao.
"Wait, you really can do this?" She could no longer hold back. Chen Yang beside her also showed a glimmer of excitement in his eyes.
"What are you two staring at me for? Do you want to help?" Zuo Dao asked without turning around.
Hearing this, both shook their heads vigorously as if they were beating drums. What kind of joke was that? Even if he repaired the Teleportation Array, they didn't have the guts to use it.
"I should have known you two are a couple of untrustworthy fellows." Zuo Dao didn't mind that these two weren't helping; he simply didn't trust them with his life.
It didn't take long for a Teleportation Array's base to take shape in his hands. The next step was the most crucial part: setting up the formation.
"Then just watch closely. Miss Zhao Yanwu, pay attention to my technique; it will be beneficial for you," Zuo Dao said, glancing at Chen Yang, who looked on with curiosity. "You can just stand aside and don't disturb me."
Zuo Dao began to carve the formation on the base stone. If Zhao Yanwu had any doubts about Zuo Dao's skills in formations before, they were completely dispelled now.
Flowing Like Clouds and Water, Fleeting Moments, Void, and Awakening from Dreams represented the four levels of understanding a Formation Master has regarding formations. These four phrases also described the techniques used by a Formation Master during the setup.
The lowest level, Flowing Like Clouds and Water, is generally considered sufficient to qualify as a competent Formation Master. It indicates familiarity with a certain formation. Fleeting Moments signifies a deeper understanding of the formation, performed almost instinctively during the setup.
Zhao Yanwu found herself between Flowing Like Clouds and Water and Fleeting Moments. From her perspective, there were countless Formation Masters in the Celestial Realm who had reached Flowing Like Clouds and Water, but each subsequent level reduced that number by half. Upon reaching Void, they became as rare as phoenix feathers or unicorn horns—figures to be revered among Formation Masters.
Yet here was this young Cultivator who had reached the Realm of Awakening from Dreams. How had he cultivated to such a level? Was the Ancient Heritage he received truly flawless?
She shook her head, casting aside those thoughts to focus intently on Zuo Dao's formation techniques. This was an opportunity that might not come again in a lifetime. Although she had a master of her own, he had only reached the Void level, far inferior compared to Zuo Dao.
Watching Zuo Dao's formation unfold was like witnessing a Great Dream; after awakening, everything from that dream vividly resurfaced in her mind. No wonder her master said that if someone reached the Realm of Awakening from Dreams, even a brief display of their skills could provide endless benefits.
Her master did not deceive her! She must grasp this opportunity tightly; it was truly a treasure.
Chen Yang's experience was entirely different. After just a few glances, he felt overwhelmed and was ready to drift off into sleep; it was so boring that it made him drowsy. Every movement seemed painfully slow to him, like watching an old cow plod along.
The three were busy here, no, it should be just Zuo Dao who was busy. Bai Jiale rushed over with his subordinates, anxious and flustered.
"Who goes there?" Before they could get close, Chen Yang intercepted them.
"I am Bai Jiale, Garrison of Border Town." Although Chen Yang had not participated in the previous battle, he was with Zhao Yanwu, so Bai Jiale did not dare to voice any objections.
"Never heard of you." Chen Yang shook his head.
"What do you mean by that?" Bai Jiale was taken aback. "I truly am the Garrison of Border Town. I just arrived after pursuing a wanted Heavenly Robber and heard there was an incident in the town."
"The Garrison of Border Town, huh?" Zhao Yanwu approached at this moment. Although she had been able to observe Zuo Dao, what she had learned today was already sufficient; she needed time to digest it all. "Go back to your upper city and take responsibility. Your subordinate's Teleportation Array has been destroyed, and you still have the face to return?"
Zhao Yanwu's words were merciless, causing Bai Jiale's face to alternate between green and white. He cursed the people from the Dark Realm in his heart. It was only upon arriving here that he learned the Teleportation Array had been destroyed, and several guards had been killed. If the upper city truly pursued this matter, even if he had nine lives, it wouldn't be enough.
"How dare you! Who are you to speak to the Garrison like that?" Just as Bai Jiale was pondering how to respond, someone suddenly jumped out from behind him to accuse Zhao Yanwu, nearly scaring him out of his wits.
He slapped that person down and repeatedly apologized to Zhao Yanwu.
"I'm sorry; it's my mismanagement that has caused you to witness this." Sweat poured down from his forehead. He knew the character of his subordinates well. The person who had just spoken up was someone he had called over moments ago and had not seen Zhao Yanwu unleash her fury. If he had seen it, he would have run away faster than anyone else.
"Mismanagement? You know that? If we didn't have some confidence left, we might have already ended up lying dead in your Border Town." Zhao Yanwu showed no mercy as she continued to berate Bai Jiale.
She kept listing his faults, each one heavier than the last. She had almost died in the town and now he was apologizing? If apologies were useful, what would they need him for as Garrison? If it weren't for Border Town being outside her jurisdiction, she would have already dealt with him herself.
Bai Jiale's expression grew increasingly grim amidst Zhao Yanwu's incessant chatter. Even a clay figurine would have its limits, let alone he, a legitimate member of the Border Town Garrison.
"Enough!" Unable to endure any longer, Bai Jiale shouted. The sudden outburst startled Zhao Yanwu. "I am with the Garrison. I may have my faults, but I will not tolerate such insults from you. Seize them all! If anyone resists, execute the formation."
"Understood." Someone stepped forward, intending to apprehend Zhao Yanwu.
Zhao Yanwu had not expected the sudden escalation; just moments ago, they had been exchanging insults, and now Bai Jiale was so resolute.
Suddenly, a Dao Sword energy flew from behind Zhao Yanwu, slicing a horizontal line at the feet of several approaching Cultivators.
"Anyone who crosses this line will die." The words came from Chen Yang, who recognized that Zhao Yanwu's status was somewhat special and that it would be inappropriate to act against these people. Zuo Dao was still busy repairing the Teleportation Array, leaving only him to step in. If Zuo Dao had to intervene against these few, then he would have wasted his position as a disciple.
Bai Jiale was also perceptive; Chen Yang's sword revealed that the other's realm was above his own. In a town like this, having an official Celestial General stationed was more than sufficient. They were merely dealing with trivial matters; if something significant arose, it wouldn't be their responsibility.
"You dare defy orders? I am appointed by the Garrison," Bai Jiale reprimanded fiercely while signaling for his subordinates to activate the town's defensive formation.
"I don't know about defying orders, but I do know that if you activate the defensive formation, the first to die will definitely be you." Zhao Yanwu stood firm, exuding an aura of dominance, and added with finality, "If the formation is activated, you will perish."
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