"Bai Ze, you’re from the Xuanxu Palace too. How come you don’t know this technique?"
Everyone started chatting, their attitude completely relaxed. With such a formidable figure backing them up, what was there to fear?
Xiao Jie was equally astonished. Indeed, a master is truly a master. Such spells are truly impressive. If only he could learn a few, he’d be invincible.
But it didn’t matter. Once he became an Immortal, wouldn’t he be able to learn any spell easily?
The Netherworld Ghost King was also shocked, though his expression was unclear. Xiao Jie could sense that this fellow definitely had a grim look on his face.
Master Qingfeng, however, appeared calm and unhurried, as if the spell he just cast was nothing of importance.
"It would be impolite not to reciprocate. Old ghost, how about you take one of my moves?"
As he spoke, he started to wave the horsetail whisk, preparing to cast a spell.
The Netherworld Ghost King was as if facing a great enemy. The two spells cast by the other side not long ago had truly made him recall some old fears. Back then, the nine great Ghost Kings had joined forces to attack the mortal realm with a hundred thousand Ghost Soldiers, only to be thoroughly bombarded by a group of Immortals with their various Immortal Laws. Many died, and others were sealed away.
They were defeated in a single sweep.
At the time, he had also been killed once, and it took him thousands of years to recover eighty percent of his strength in the Nether River.
He thought that with the Immortals now in seclusion, he finally had a chance for revenge. Who would have thought that even a disciple of one of those Immortals would possess such abilities?
Master Qingfeng waved his horsetail whisk, and the sky immediately changed. Dark clouds gathered, forming a huge vortex from which thunderbolts were eagerly waiting to strike.
Huh? Thunder Skill? I thought it would be something special. But it’s—
Immortal Law—Purple Cloud Evil God Thunder!
A spiraling purple Heavenly Thunder crashed down, instantly illuminating the entire Soul Suppressing Pass. The thunder enveloped the Netherworld Ghost King entirely. Xiao Jie’s computer screen was instantly filled with purple light, and he could almost smell his graphics card burning.
Holy crap! So powerful!
Xiao Jie was utterly astounded. If it were him facing such a spell, he probably would have been killed instantly.
Even if he transformed into a Jiao Long, he’d still be unable to withstand it.
Who knew if the Illusion Shattering Bubble Shadow could withstand this strike?
Within the lightning, a gigantic skeleton ghost shadow appeared.
It floated over the Netherworld Ghost King’s body, teetering under the lightning’s glow.
As the lightning finally dispersed, the skeleton ghost shadow also vanished with it.
The Netherworld Ghost King was smoking all over, clearly having been struck.
But thanks to the protection of the giant ghost shadow, he hadn’t been heavily injured.
"Alright, alright, as expected of an Immortal’s disciple. Humph, fine, I’ll let you live a few more days.
But do you think that holding Soul Suppressing Pass means you’ll be safe? The doomsday calamity is a part of destiny, and as someone cultivating the Dao, you should understand that the Heavenly Mandate is unavoidable. This victory is just a temporary respite."
The Netherworld Ghost King then waved his hand, and the Netherworld’s army immediately turned and headed towards the city gates.
The zombies and skeletons among the undead army, however, remained motionless, clearly meant to cover the retreat.
The general who had come to lead the army from Xiaofeng City seized the opportunity. He waved his long spear and commanded, "All troops, attack!"
The army of Xiaofeng City immediately charged forward.
Master Qingfeng listened to the Netherworld Ghost King’s words and then laughed, "The doomsday calamity is not only a crisis for the Human Clan but also the doomsday for your Netherworld Clan. Old ghost, you misinterpret the Heavenly Secrets, yet your skills are lacking. I bet you didn’t understand the future divination at all?"
The Netherworld Ghost King’s retreating steps paused for a moment, but he didn’t turn back and continued to lead his army away.
Xiao Jie was a bit disappointed. He had hoped Master Qingfeng could kill him off directly. As the greatest contributor to this city defense battle, he might have even gotten a couple of pieces of equipment as a reward.
Guess he was thinking too much.
"Kill!" He also gave the order. This was a great opportunity to farm experience from beating down defeated enemies.
The Netherworld Ghost King retreated with the Netherworld Army, but the undead army did not retreat. Instead, they howled and charged forward, disorganized and chaotic, with the sole purpose of killing and fighting— clearly left behind by the Netherworld Ghost King as a rear guard.
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The general wanted to lead his troops in further pursuit, but Master Qingfeng descended and said, "General, there’s no need to chase. The Netherworld Ghost King won’t dare to return. Let Longhua State deal with them."
To the west of Ghost Mist Ridge was the territory of Longhua State. Since the Netherworld Ghost King couldn’t break through Fengyin State, he’d only be able to move towards Longhua State.
However, Longhua State was also strong in their armies and had Longhua True Man guarding them, so they likely wouldn’t encounter any major issues.
The NPC general acknowledged and began directing his troops to encircle and annihilate the remaining undead monsters.
Xiao Jie didn’t continue the chase either, instead leading the Pure Yang Heavenly Master, Taiyin True Man, and the old captain who had just emerged from the City Lord Mansion towards Master Qingfeng.
"Master Qingfeng, thank you for your assistance," the two esteemed cultivators said as they saluted him first.
Master Qingfeng, however, did not take credit. "Not at all. The two of you have worked tirelessly to protect Soul Suppressing Pass. It is us who should thank you. Are either of you injured? Here are two Taixu Soul Nourishing Pills for your recovery."
"Thank you, Master Qingfeng." They accepted the pills without hesitation.
"Ah, Master Qingfeng, thank goodness you came. Otherwise, Soul Suppressing Pass would’ve been lost," the old captain remarked with a face full of gratitude. "Pity about the soldiers guarding the city; so many were lost. Thankfully, Dragon Soaring Country came to our aid. Let me introduce you to Hidden Moon Following Wind here, the top hero of this battle."