The Void Sword Dao of the Great Immortal Xukong was indeed the top-tier inheritance in the Immortal Spirit Realm, its killing power second to none and incredibly astonishing.
The disciples of the Void Sword Sect struck first, achieving commendable results in a short time, slaying nearly ten thousand sea monsters.
However, the Merfolk were not to be trifled with; after suffering a great loss, they immediately counterattacked.
"Capture these ants alive and force them to reveal the complete inheritance of Great Immortal Xukong. From this day forth, our Merfolk tribe will possess peerless sword arts. Haha!"
The Merfolk elder, after his initial surprise, was filled with ecstatic joy.
This was truly an earth-shattering joy, a heaven-sent opportunity!
The Merfolk experts attacked Er Lengzi and Sima Hongfeng, while a large number of other sea monsters surged towards the ground, surrounding the remaining Void Sword Sect disciples.
The disparity in numbers was too great, and although the Void Sword Sect disciples were outstanding, they had not yet grown to the point of being able to stand alone. Some began to sustain injuries.
Even Er Lengzi and Sima Hongfeng were besieged by multiple Merfolk powerhouses, retreating steadily.
"The mere Void Sword Sect dares to challenge the might of a giant, unaware of its own limitations. Surrender obediently and hand over the inheritance of Great Immortal Xukong, and you might live. Otherwise, we will make your lives a living hell."
The Merfolk elder sneered, issuing threats to force the Void Sword Sect into surrender.
But how could Er Lengzi and the others yield? Not only were they undeterred, but they unleashed even greater fighting spirit, engaging in a tenacious battle.
This was because Ji Mo had taught them that the sword, the king of all weapons, required its wielder to be solitary and proud, to break rather than bend, and to be invincible wherever the sword pointed!
Fighting against overwhelming odds, the Void Sword Sect disciples all sustained injuries, their robes stained with blood. Yet, their fighting spirit grew more fervent, and their Void Sword Intent became ever more potent.
Combat was the catalyst for a cultivator's growth, especially such bloody battles, which, baptized by blood, could accelerate one's advancement.
"Good, very good."
Ji Mo observed the battle, sighing with satisfaction.
Without enduring storms, how could one witness a rainbow?
The disciples of the Void Sword Sect displayed sufficient bravery and did not tarnish the reputation of Great Immortal Xukong; they had great potential for the future.
Especially Er Lengzi, who already possessed the demeanor of a leader. With a little more refinement, he would undoubtedly become an excellent sect master, leading the Void Sword Sect to new glories.
"You're just talking nonsense. They're about to collapse."
Bonny, anxious, urged Ji Mo to intervene and save them quickly.
However, Ji Mo remained unmoved, his eyes half-closed as he gazed at the churning black clouds in the sky.
"You ungrateful wretches, you seek death."
Seeing that their prolonged assault had yielded no results and their casualties were mounting, the Merfolk elder could no longer restrain himself and prepared to act personally.
As he spoke, his form gradually became transparent, merging with the drifting rain, disappearing without a trace.
Sima Hongfeng, engaged in a fierce battle, suddenly felt a figure appear behind him. The Merfolk elder materialized and struck at his back.
"Pfft..."
Sima Hongfeng, caught off guard, was sent flying, spitting blood.
He could never have imagined that his opponent would be so insidious, a Xuanxian realm expert, a whole realm higher than himself, yet shamelessly resorting to a sneak attack. It was utterly shameless.
However, Sima Hongfeng was experienced in combat. He immediately retrieved his immortal sword, unleashing a torrent of sword energy that defended all directions, leaving no opening for the enemy.
But he was seriously injured and already at the end of his strength.
The Merfolk elder grinned, looking towards Er Lengzi in the distance, his form once again merging with the rain.
Once he dealt with this sword genius of the Void Sword Sect, the others would be no match for him.
The Merfolk elder intended to repeat his tactic. With his mastery of water elements, the opponent would have no way of detecting his approach, making sneak attacks incredibly easy.
He silently approached Er Lengzi from behind and, with a sinister grin, launched his surprise attack.
Er Lengzi was not foolish at all. Although he didn't know the enemy's hidden location, he immediately took out the Sword Rhyme Azure Stone.
The Sword Rhyme Azure Stone emanated a hazy glow, and the poetic line "Riding the wind with my sword, I roam between heaven and earth" flowed with radiant brilliance, instantly erupting in a dazzling divine light.
Void Sword Intent surged, and terrifying sword light shot into the sky.
Indeed, those who plot against others are often plotted against themselves.
The Merfolk elder, intending to ambush Er Lengzi, unexpectedly fell into Er Lengzi's trap.
Sword intent crisscrossed, sweeping in all directions.
The rain within a hundred-meter radius was directly annihilated into nothingness.
The Merfolk elder's figure was revealed, subjected to dozens of sword slashes. His immortal armor could not withstand this terrifying sword energy and shattered into pieces.
Blood splattered, scales flew, and the Merfolk elder let out a scream, nearly being dismembered on the spot.
However, his physical body was indeed robust, and his immortal armor provided significant protection. Ultimately, he was not killed and managed to escape from Er Lengzi.
The Merfolk elder was covered in blood, his body riddled with crisscrossing wounds, each deep enough to expose bone, nearly costing him his life.
He was utterly enraged. As a Xuanxian realm expert, he was considered a prominent figure. Now, having suffered a setback in the gutter and nearly being killed by an unknown youngster, it was a disgrace.
"You wretch, you seek death! Don't think you can turn the tide just because you have hidden trump cards. Open your eyes and witness the true power of my Merfolk tribe."
The Merfolk elder roared at the sky, uttering a special Merfolk incantation, as if summoning something.
Rumble!
Lightning flashed and thunder roared in the sky, hurricanes howled, and rolling black clouds surged, an incredibly terrifying oppressive force sweeping across the heavens.
Er Lengzi looked at the sky, his expression solemn. He could barely stand steady and hastily ordered all the Void Sword disciples to gather, fully activating the Sword Rhyme Azure Stone, constructing a protective shield with sword energy, and defending with all their might.
Within the pitch-black, ink-like leaden clouds, six scarlet light spots appeared.
These were eyes, as large as dinner plates. As they opened and closed, terrifying beams of light shot out, shattering the void. The terrifying pressure made one's heart palpitate, and even the soul trembled.
Simultaneously, a dreadful cold current permeated the area, instantly freezing everything, even turning the rainwater into a sky full of ice crystals.
"Sect Master, what kind of monster is this?"
Er Lengzi's mouth felt dry, his body temperature rapidly dropping, and even his immortal power could not circulate smoothly.
Sima Hongfeng shook his head. Although he had a deep understanding of the sea races, he had indeed never heard of such a peculiar sea creature.
However, it was now certain that this unknown sea monster was an existence at the Zhixian realm.
"It's over. I never imagined the Merfolk tribe would deploy such an undead demon. No one can escape today; we will all die."
Bonny's face turned ashen, extreme fear reflected in her pupils.
She had personally witnessed countless tribesmen being torn to shreds by such creatures, with no chance to resist, because these monsters were virtually unkillable.
Ji Mo gazed at the sky, as if struck by inspiration, and murmured, "Love truly needs courage to face the Six-Eyed Flying Fish."
This was a popular meme from his hometown, a line from a song by Sister Fish.
He had thought it was just a joke, but he had never expected to actually witness such a creature.
Bonny's body trembled slightly, her gaze fixed blankly on Ji Mo's face, a tender emotion flowing in her eyes, her heart pounding wildly.
"Is this scoundrel confessing his love to me? Is he planning to fight this Six-Eyed Demon Bone Fish for me, without regard for his own safety?"
Bonny's heart fluttered like a startled deer, her delicate face instantly blushing like a ripe peach.