lcionline Chapter 816: Danger Returns: Xiao Bei Guards the Road
Chapter 816: Danger Returns: Xiao Bei Guards the Road
Xiao Bei stood on the newly built lookout tower, his eyes as sharp as torches, scanning the scenery around the fairyland.
The fairy world was devastated after the war, and the air was filled with a faint smell of blood, which made him frown.
Several craftsmen from the fairy world were busy repairing the damaged buildings. The clinking sounds echoed in the air, interweaving with the faint bird calls coming from afar, forming a slightly sad melody.
"Report to the guardian, there are abnormal fluctuations in the spiritual energy around the fairyland!" An immortal came hurriedly to report, with a hint of panic in his tone.
Xiao Bei's heart sank, and he quickly walked to the edge of the observation deck and looked around.
Sure enough, the spiritual power that was originally as calm as water now seemed to be boiling, constantly surging and forming whirlpools that were visible to the naked eye.
These whirlpools sometimes expand and sometimes shrink, flashing with strange light, as if hiding some unknown danger.
A feeling of unease spread throughout the fairy world.
The busy craftsmen stopped their work, looked up at the sky, their eyes full of confusion and fear.
Some timid immortals even began to tremble, muttering to themselves and praying for the gods' protection.
"What's going on? Are those remnants back again?"
"That's impossible. The Guardian has already wiped them all out."
"But what's going on with this spiritual energy fluctuation? Could it be a bigger enemy?"
The panic spread rapidly like a plague, and the entire fairy world was shrouded in a dark cloud.
Xiao Bei took a deep breath and tried to keep himself calm.
He knew that the most important thing now was to stabilize the morale of the troops and find the source of the spiritual power fluctuations.
However, the defense of the fairy world is also urgent. He must repair the damaged formation as soon as possible to prevent the enemy from taking advantage of the opportunity to break in.
"Master Guardian, what should we do?" An elder walked up to Xiao Bei and asked anxiously.
Xiao Bei clenched his fists, his heart full of contradictions.
He wanted to investigate the source of the spiritual fluctuations, but he couldn't leave the fairyland and put it in danger.
"Pass the order down," Xiao Bei's voice was low and powerful, "All disciples, step up your guard and closely monitor the surroundings. I'll be back soon."
After saying that, Xiao Bei disappeared in a flash.
He had to go find the source of the spiritual fluctuations, even if the road ahead was full of unknown dangers, he had to go.
Because he knew that he was shouldering the heavy responsibility of protecting the fairy world and could not afford to make any mistakes.
In the distance, the spiritual energy vortex spun faster and faster, emitting an even more dazzling light...
"Xiao Bei..." Bei Li's voice came from behind, with a hint of worry.
Xiao Bei's figure suddenly paused. He turned and looked at Bei Li, the worry between his brows deepening.
Bei Lilian took light steps and walked to his side, gently holding his hand. The soft touch made his tense nerves relax a little.
He could feel the warmth of Beili's palm, as well as the firmness and support she conveyed to him.
The surrounding noise seemed to be isolated, and Xiao Bei could only hear his own increasingly rapid heartbeat.
He looked at the terrified faces and listened to the panicked questions. He felt like a huge rock was pressing down on his heart, almost making it difficult for him to breathe.
He knew that he was the guardian of the fairy world and the hope of everyone. He could not fall down, nor could he show the slightest fear.
However, this oppressive atmosphere and this unknown danger made him feel unprecedented pressure.
"Xiao Bei, I know what you're worried about." Bei Li's voice was gentle and firm, like a clear spring flowing through his heart. "Don't worry, I will stay and protect the fairyland."
Xiao Bei looked at Bei Li. He knew Bei Li's strength, but she was not a professional formation master after all. He was still a little worried about letting her stay to preside over the defense work.
"I know what you're thinking," Bei Li seemed to see through his thoughts, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly. "Don't forget, I'm a descendant of the ancient immortals. I have my own understanding of the immortal world's formations. What's more, I have the elders to assist me, so you don't have to worry."
Bei Li's tone was relaxed, yet filled with unquestionable firmness, which made Xiao Bei's anxious heart settle a little.
He held Beili's hand gratefully, feeling the warmth in her palm, as if a force was injected into his body.
"Thank you, Beili." Xiao Bei's voice was low and hoarse, but full of gratitude.
"Silly," Bei Li chuckled, "We are husband and wife, we should advance and retreat together."
Bei Li took off a jade bracelet from her wrist and handed it to Xiao Bei. "This is a magical weapon passed down from generation to generation in my clan. I'll feel more at ease if you carry it with you."
Xiao Bei took the jade bracelet, it felt warm to the touch and a faint fragrance filled his nose, which calmed his irritable mood a lot.
He put the jade bracelet on his wrist and felt a warm current flowing through his body, as if Beili's tenderness and strength were always with him.
"I'm going." Xiao Bei looked at Bei Li deeply, turned around and flew towards the place where the spiritual power fluctuations were the strongest.
His figure drew a graceful arc in the air and disappeared into the horizon in an instant.
Bei Li stood on the observation deck, watching Xiao Bei go away, his eyes firm and gentle.
She slowly raised her right hand, a soft light emanating from her palm. Complex runes emerged around her, gradually forming a huge protective barrier that enveloped the entire fairyland.
Suddenly, she frowned, looked up into the distance, and muttered to herself, "Here it comes..." Xiao Bei flew on his sword, the wind whistling in his ears and his clothes rustling.
The closer he got to the source of the spiritual energy fluctuations, the stronger the chaotic aura became, like an invisible giant hand trying to squeeze and tear him apart.
The air was filled with a pungent smell of sulfur, mixed with the disgusting smell of blood, which made his stomach churn.
Before my eyes, the originally azure sky was dyed into a strange dark purple, and the swirling vortex of spiritual power was like a monster with bared fangs and claws, emitting bursts of low roars.
Suddenly, a black shadow shot out from the center of the vortex, as fast as lightning, heading straight for Xiao Bei.
Xiao Bei was startled and quickly dodged to the side.
A black shadow brushed past him, bringing up a gust of wind that tore his sleeve, sending a burning pain throughout his body.
He looked closely and found that the black shadow was actually a strange-shaped long sword that was completely black. Purple arcs of electricity were wrapped around the sword, making a crackling sound, as if it contained destructive power.
Before he could think about it, the black sword attacked again. This time, Xiao Bei swung his sword to meet it.
The two swords collided with a deafening sound, and a powerful impact force knocked him back several steps.
Xiao Bei only felt his palms going numb, his blood surging in his body, and he almost vomited blood.
He steadied his body, staring at the black sword with sharp eyes.
This sword is neither gold nor iron, neither wood nor stone, but it possesses incredible power, making him feel unprecedented pressure.
The owner of the black sword finally showed up. He was a figure wearing a black cloak, his face hidden in the shadows. He exuded a cold aura, like a messenger from hell.
He slowly raised his right hand, and the black sword returned to his hand like an obedient pet.
"Who are you?" Xiao Bei asked in a deep voice, with a hint of vigilance in his voice.
The man in black did not answer, but just sneered and swung his sword again.
This time, his attack was more fierce, his sword moves were unpredictable and as elusive as a ghost.
Xiao Bei did not dare to be careless and responded with all his strength.
For a moment, the sword light flashed, the spiritual power surged, and the surrounding air seemed to be torn apart.
"Xiao Bei..." Thousands of miles away, Bei Li's heart suddenly skipped a beat, as if he could feel Xiao Bei's pain.
She looked up in the direction of Xiao Bei. She could feel Xiao Bei's struggle, his pain, and his strength.
She prayed silently, hoping that he would return safely.
The battle between Xiao Bei and the man in black became more and more intense, and the spiritual power storm around him became more and more violent, as if it was going to swallow up everything.
Xiao Bei already had several wounds on his body, and his clothes were stained with blood, but he still gritted his teeth and persisted, refusing to retreat even a single step.
He felt Beili's thoughts and concerns. This warm power filled him with strength, like a shot of adrenaline, allowing him to see a glimmer of hope in the desperate situation.
"Beili, I will definitely go back..." Xiao Bei muttered to himself, his eyes becoming more determined.
He suddenly discovered that although the attacks of the men in black were fierce, they had a certain pattern...
"Heh," the man in black seemed to have noticed Xiao Bei's change and sneered contemptuously, "Do you think you can see my flaws?"
Xiao Bei's eyes became sharper, and the black-clothed man's sharp sword moves gradually became slow in his eyes, like a slow-motion replay.
He discovered that before each attack, the man in black would make an extremely subtle movement, that is, his left shoulder would shrug slightly.
This action was extremely covert, and if Xiao Bei had not been highly concentrated, he would not have been able to detect it at all.
"I see..." Xiao Bei sneered.
He no longer passively defended, but took the initiative to attack.
He seized the moment when the man in black's left shoulder shrugged, and his body moved like lightning, stabbing out with a sword.
"laugh--"
The tip of the sword pierced the black-clad man's shoulder precisely, and blood splattered.
The man in black let out a scream and staggered backward.
He never expected that Xiao Bei could see through his flaws.
Xiao Bei took advantage of the situation and did not pursue the enemy, but seized the opportunity to launch another attack.
His sword moves were as smooth as flowing water, unpredictable, and each sword strike hit the black-clad man's vital points.
The man in black was caught off guard and was forced to retreat step by step. He had more and more wounds on his body, and blood dyed his black cloak red.
"Impossible... How could you..." The man in black stared at Xiao Bei in horror, his eyes full of disbelief.
His swordsmanship, which he was so proud of, was so vulnerable in front of Xiao Bei.
Xiao Bei ignored the fear of the man in black. The sword in his hand became sharper and sharper, pouring down like a storm.
The man in black could no longer resist, let out a desperate wail, and turned to flee.
Xiao Bei chased after him relentlessly, as fast as lightning.
The man in black panicked and plunged into a space crack that was flashing with a faint blue light.
Xiao Bei paused, looking at the dark blue crack
"Wait for me, Beili..." Xiao Bei took a deep breath and stepped into the space crack resolutely.
The crack slowly closed behind him, like a giant beast that devoured everything, completely isolating him from the outside world.
"Oh, interesting..." A cold voice echoed in the depths of space, like a whisper from hell, "How dare you chase me in? Then prepare yourself for death..."