txolops Chapter 257 The Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation, Zhunti's Triumphant Moment
Chapter 257 The Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation, Zhunti's Triumphant Moment
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In contrast, the atmosphere inside Mianchi Pass was completely different.
Yunxiao had safely released Zhao Gongming, and the four siblings stood facing each other.
Although Zhao Gongming's face was still somewhat pale, his spirits had recovered.
Yunxiao, her expression resolute, was leading her two younger sisters, Qiongxiao and Bixiao, to bid farewell to Wenzhong:
"Grand Tutor Wen, my brother's tribulation has passed, and our wishes have been fulfilled. It is not appropriate for us to linger in the mortal world amidst its strife. We will now take my brother back to the Three Immortal Islands for quiet cultivation. We have come to bid you farewell."
"Wait a moment, fairies! The Western Zhou army is at its peak, and the passes of Mianchi and beyond all the subsequent passes need a master to oversee them."
We urge the three fairies to consider the greater good and linger for now, lending a helping hand to our Shang Dynasty. We, Wen Zhong and Cheng Tang, will never forget this kindness and virtue!
However, no matter how much Wen Zhong tried to persuade her to stay, Yunxiao was determined to leave and gently shook her head:
"Grand Tutor, this is a place of dynastic change and rampant killing in the human world. It is not a place for us outsiders to live for long."
My brother's misfortune is also a matter of fate. Leaving is the best course of action.
After saying this, Yunxiao was about to leave with Zhao Gongming.
However, just as Yunxiao turned around, Zhao Gongming, who had been silent all along, released twenty-four Sea-Stabilizing Pearls, which formed a light shield, firmly protecting him at the center:
"My three sisters, I have a deep friendship with my friend Wen Zhong, which is a matter of principle."
Having already promised to help him, how can I, a fellow Daoist, go back on my word and stand idly by just because I have survived my own ordeal?
If my three sisters insist on taking me away now, I regret that I cannot comply. My sisters may return to the Three Immortal Islands on their own.
"Brother! Why are you so stubborn!"
Upon seeing this, Yunxiao stamped his foot, his tone filled with both anxiety and helplessness.
She also knew her brother's temperament well; once he made a decision, it was extremely difficult to change it.
Moreover, their cultivation levels are roughly equal. If the elder brother were to forcibly break through the defense of the Sea-Stabilizing Divine Pearl with the Hunyuan Golden Cauldron, and lose control of his power, the consequences would be unimaginable if he were to damage his elder brother's essence.
Zhao Gongming used his magic weapon to protect himself, clearly demonstrating his determination to stay even if it meant a brief standoff with his sisters.
Yunxiao remained silent for a moment, then finally sighed deeply, his tone softening:
"Brother, it's not that I'm unreasonable, it's just that this is a calamity in the mortal world, and it's best to avoid it."
"Very well, since you've made up your mind, we'll stay for three more days."
"We sisters are willing to set up the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation, but this formation can only be set up for three days."
Three days have passed. Regardless of the outcome, my brother must return to the island with us. This is my bottom line.
"If our elder brother agrees, we will set up our formation immediately; if he does not, even if we have to use the Golden Cauldron, we will take him away today!"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Gongming looked through the radiance of the Dinghai Pearl at Wen Zhong, his gaze carrying an inquiring tone.
Upon hearing the name of the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation, Wen Zhong was deeply shaken.
Although he had not witnessed it in person, he had long heard that this formation was infinitely mysterious and unpredictable, and was one of the most dangerous formations in the world.
If this formation can hold off the enemy for three days, not only can we defend Mianchi, but we may also take the opportunity to recover lost territory and severely damage the morale of Xiqi.
Three days is enough to turn around many situations.
Without hesitation, he bowed deeply to Yunxiao and Zhao Gongming:
"Many thanks to the three fairies for their kindness. Three days is indeed three days. Wen Zhong is extremely grateful."
Three days later, I will absolutely not dare to stop Brother Gongming and the fairies from returning to the mountain!
Seeing that Wen Zhong agreed, Zhao Gongming's expression relaxed, the light from the Sea-Stabilizing Pearl around him faded, and he nodded, saying:
"In that case, we will do as my sister says. Thank you for your help, my three sisters."
Yunxiao, Qiongxiao, and Bixiao exchanged glances, each seeing the helplessness in the other's eyes. There was no point in saying anything more now.
The three fairies immediately stopped delaying, transformed into three beams of light and flew out of Mianchi Pass, arriving at the open space in front of the pass to prepare to set up an array.
Meanwhile, high in the sky, thousands of miles away from Mianchi Pass, Chang Er Ding Guang Xian was also watching the battle from below with thousands of Jie Jiao disciples.
He didn't intend to go down and help, after all, he also wanted to see the power of the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation with his own eyes.
Moreover, Zhunti had previously sent him a telepathic message, instructing him to simply observe the situation and wait until the Nine Turns Yellow River Formation was broken before taking action.
Soon, the Three Immortal Maidens of Sanxiao had finished their preparations.
In an instant, a deafening roar erupted in front of Mianchi Pass, with sand and stones swirling up continuously.
"Senior Brother, what do you think of this formation? Why don't we send this disciple to test it out first?"
Huanglong Zhenren sensed the terrifying aura of the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation and came to Guangchengzi's side to ask for instructions.
Guang Chengzi knew that if he sent Huanglong alone into the formation to scout, he would surely not return, so he did not intend to agree.
"This formation is extremely dangerous; it would be best to send a Grand Luo Golden Immortal. Vice Sect Leader Randeng, this matter is entrusted to you."
Upon hearing this, Ran Deng's eyes widened in surprise.
Such a formation, let alone a Great Luo Golden Immortal, even a Quasi-Saint might not be able to escape unscathed if he entered.
However, seeing his refusal, Guang Chengzi stepped forward and spoke with a threatening tone:
"Hmph, do you intend to send me to my death?!"
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Just as everyone was arguing, the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation suddenly moved toward the Xiqi camp at an alarming speed.
"Oh no! Fellow disciples, stop it immediately!"
Seeing the critical situation, Guang Chengzi hurriedly ordered all the disciples of the Chan Sect to take action.
The group rushed to the front of the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation and immediately joined forces to cast a spell, instantly forming a huge light barrier.
However, the moment the barrier collided with the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation, it shattered in an instant, unable to withstand even three breaths.
"Retreat now!"
Guang Chengzi urgently called for a retreat, but no matter how quickly he warned them, Cihang, Manjushri, Samantabhadra, Julusun, Randeng, and Huanglong were still swallowed up by the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation.
Fortunately, the Three Immortals did not kill these disciples of the Chan Sect, nor did they cut off their three flowers on the top of their heads as in the original story; they merely immobilized them in place.
"Senior Brother Guangchengzi, what should we do now?"
"Junior Brother Yu Ding, you must quickly remind Jiang Ziya to lead the army to retreat immediately, otherwise Xiqi will likely suffer a severe blow this time."
As soon as Guang Chengzi finished speaking, Yu Ding Zhenren immediately transformed into a streak of light and headed straight for the Xiqi camp.
Zhunti, who had been hiding in the shadows, knew that the time had come.
Logically, he shouldn't have recovered so quickly after his serious injury, but for the sake of the Western Church's great cause,
He spared no effort in using the merits accumulated in the Eight Treasures Merit Pool, and with the full protection of the guide, he managed to recover from his injuries in a short period of time.
All of this is a carefully orchestrated scheme by him.
Even Chang Er Ding Guang Xian was part of his scheme.
He intended to seize this opportunity to subdue the disciples of the Jie Sect brought by Chang'er.
Afterwards, they only need to use the power of the Merit Pool to transform them into disciples of the Western Religion.
Even if Tongtian was dissatisfied at that time, he would not be able to force his disciple to return to the Jie Sect.
Even if Tongtian were to disregard the dignity of a sage and insist on taking action, it would inevitably attract the attention of Hongjun.
Zhunti firmly believed that Hongjun would never allow a sage to easily resort to force in the prehistoric world.
For him, this was a huge gamble.
If we win the gamble, the revival of Western religion will be a reality, and everything else will fall into place naturally.
The biggest variable among them is Taibai.
Therefore, he secretly guided Kunpeng to find the relics of the Demon Ancestor Rahu hidden beneath Mount Sumeru.
This greatly boosted his cultivation level, and even Kunpeng's pursuit of Taibai was arranged by him personally.
However, this time, Zhunti did not appear in his true form to deal with the Three Immortals. Instead, he transformed into the appearance of Lu Ya.
In this way, it would both enhance the reputation of this demon prince and attract more demons to join him.
Since Lu Ya had already joined the Western Religion, his reputation was equivalent to that of the Western Religion.
Given time, Western religions will surely establish a true foothold in the primordial world.
The next moment, Zhunti, transformed into Lu Ya, appeared out of thin air in front of the Nine-Bend Yellow River Formation.