Supreme Star Card Master

Chapter 1368: Chapter 1143: Defending the Sword Platform by Proxy

"Clone!"

Shen Yanqing swept her spiritual sense over it but couldn’t discern the real from the fake at that moment.

However, Shen Yanqing was not flustered. She infused her longsword with sword intent, forming a sword formation.

"Immortal Crane Inquiry!"

With a slash, the white crane danced, and a vast amount of sword qi shot towards the four Lei Li at a speed almost indiscernible to the naked eye!

It was indeed a sword move that substituted offense for defense.

Ordinary clones typically have limited defensive abilities; such formidable sword qi could easily penetrate the clones and find the main body.

Yet, the few Lei Li wore a smirk on their faces.

In the next moment, the four clones that should have been pierced through by the sword qi instead shattered all the sword light and charged directly towards Shen Yanqing!

"They’re... avatars?!"

Shen Yanqing’s eyes flashed with surprise as she realized they were avatars equaling the main body!

In the blink of an eye, the four Lei Li, enveloped in water mist and thunder clouds, surrounded Shen Yanqing...

"Boom boom boom...!"

Instantly, terrifying thunder lights blasted upward, with the pervasive water mist turning into an earth-shattering thunder pool.

Thunder roared like a storm, with water bombs erupting, and vaguely, sword light flickered within.

"Not good!"

Witnessing this scene, the people of the Divine Sect changed their expressions drastically.

Xiang Yuntian, in particular, felt a chill in his heart, not expecting that the Demon King still had so many avatars equaling the main body!

The roar of thunder was astonishing, even more impressive than the other two sword platforms.

Moments later, a formidable sword light sliced through thunder and dispelled mist, revealing Shen Yanqing’s figure.

It was the Man and Sword as One technique.

However, even though she escaped using the Man and Sword as One technique, Shen Yanqing was already battered, breathing heavily.

Xiang Yuntian frowned, "A single step wrong leads to every step wrong; even though Yanqing broke free, she won’t last much longer like this."

On the sword platform, the four turned simultaneously to look at Shen Yanqing and sneered:

"For a mere First Stage to break through my thunder fog encirclement, you indeed have some strength!"

With that, the four Lei Li charged at Shen Yanqing’s wary gaze...

"It’s said that this Lei Li was snatched away by your Wind Soldier Guard and Water Soldier Guard after a scuffle, the Talented Great Demon." From the black clouds, a High Stage Demon King watching the Human Sword Platform spoke slowly.

Next to him, Hun Ling, having recovered slightly, coldly laughed, "Skilled in both fog and thunder, the Water Soldier Guard indeed wanted him. It was Lord Yin Ju who personally instructed to take him away."

"Oh?" The Demon King laughed heartily and said to Yin Ju, "I see, Lord Yin Ju truly has a discerning eye!"

Yin Ju smiled blandly, "Multiple avatars not only amplify the offensive but also share damage... his ability is somewhat special."

Hun Ling said, "At least for now, besides the Kuang Lan guided by Lord Yin Ju, no one else can guarantee a victory over him."

Upon hearing this, all demons involuntarily looked towards a green-haired youth standing not far behind, arms crossed...

On the sword platform, thunder fog engulfed heaven and earth, electric light intertwined, and thunder roared incessantly. Apart from the ceaseless exploding thunder light, little was visible.

Yet, with the spiritual sense of Xiang Yuntian and others, it was not difficult to detect that Shen Yanqing’s situation was worsening.

"Boom!!"

Amidst a loud bang, thunder tides rolled, and a weakened figure was immediately struck by exploding water bombs onto the sword platform.

"Bang!"

Shen Yanqing spat a mouthful of blood, clothing torn, flesh and blood blurred, her body dull and wrapt in calamity.

Gritting her teeth, Shen Yanqing steadied herself, quickly standing up.

As she looked up, the four Lei Li emerged from the thundering fog that obscured most of the sky. With a glance, they swooped down once more.

"Not good!"

The Sword Masters of the Divine Sect at Heavenly Sword Peak felt a tightened heart.

Xiang Yuntian shouted directly, "Yanqing, retreat!"

Originally, she was supposed to delay the enemy, but after only two incense sticks of time, she was defeated!

Though unwilling, Shen Yanqing knew it was now difficult to handle this Demon King. Hesitating briefly, she activated the sword intent at her brow.

In an instant, the sword platform was filled with sword light, shielding Shen Yanqing as she began to retreat.

"Trying to escape again with this damned sword light!"

Lei Li’s eyes glinted wickedly, facing the great formation’s sword light head-on. Thunder fog surrounded him, instantly transforming into thunder chains linking the four avatars.

He fully exerted the avatars to mitigate damage. The thunder on Lei Li’s surface exploded continuously under the sword light, forcefully enduring the great formation’s might while pursuing Shen Yanqing!

"Thunder Cloud Demon Claw!"

The four Lei Li simultaneously raised their right palms. After the fierce churn of thunder fog, it shot out abruptly, resembling demon claws, gripping Shen Yanqing’s pair of long, sleek legs.

Shen Yanqing’s pupils contracted.

"Spurt!"

The next instant, a blood mist exploded, yet Shen Yanqing still flew away with her sword.

However, her whole legs were crushed under that claw!

"Ugh!"

With a muffled groan, Shen Yanqing’s head grew heavy from her severe injuries, losing consciousness.

"Yanqing!"

"Nephew!"

"Junior Sister Shen!"

"..."

Witnessing Shen Yanqing’s legs crushed, gravely injured, and unconscious, Xiang Yuntian and other sword masters were filled with shock and anger!

Luo Qingping waved a hand, a small azure sword enlarged rapidly with the wind, catching Shen Yanqing and retrieving her back in front.

The body is the foundation of cultivation.

For cultivators without regenerative abilities, losing limbs is a troublesome matter.

Although the Divine Sect possesses spirit pills and elixirs that can help Shen Yanqing regenerate limbs, complete recovery still requires a period of recuperation.

"These demons are truly deserving of death...!"

Only a few New Kings were left, filled with both shock and fury!

"This is outrageous, Xiang Venerate, I’m going!"

Following Fu Chaosheng, Jian Yi, who had now advanced to the Second Stage of King Level, spoke up.

Before the Earth Tribulation, back in the Burning Sun days, Jian Yi had some admiration for Junior Sister Shen Yanqing.

Now seeing Shen Yanqing suffering such severe injuries, the anger in Jian Yi’s heart surged.

At worst, isn’t it just damage to the sword intent!

However, Xiang Yuntian, who had just been equally angry, had calmed down in an instant.

Facing the furious Jian Yi, Xiang Yuntian remained silent for a moment, but finally spoke: "Forget it."

Jian Yi took two steps forward anxiously and said, "Xiang Venerate..."

Xiang Yuntian waved his hand, saying, "This Demon King isn’t simple. To disperse the damage by using a Thunder Fog avatar to block the sword intent explosion, you are not his match.

Moreover, the more critical issue is... We don’t know how many Low Stage Demon Kings are hidden within that demon cloud."

Hearing this, everyone couldn’t help but look up at the rolling black clouds in the sky.

Indeed, even if they solved the Demon King present, it wouldn’t make a difference.

Take the Human Sword Platform, for instance, since the beginning from the Grey Realm side, the Demon Kings participating have grown increasingly stronger...

Clearly, there are more experts!

The Sword Sect members once again genuinely felt the terrifying depth of the Grey Realm.

After all, it is truly a world, and what’s more, a world that has annihilated other worlds!

Xiang Yuntian continued, "Losing one or two Sword Platforms won’t cause the Great Formation to break immediately. Instead, it will damage your sword intent...

Better to stop here and preserve your strength for the battles ahead."

On the Human Sword Platform, four Lei Li merged into one.

Seeing nobody stepping forward, Lei Li looked provocatively at the crowd on Heavenly Sword Peak with disdain.

"Why don’t you dare to come up, huh? A bunch of weaklings!"

"That guy...!"

Once again angered, Jian Yi wanted to step forward but was promptly held back by Fu Chaosheng beside him.

"Junior Brother, calm down," Fu Chaosheng gently shook his head, reminding him, "Listen to Xiang Venerate’s arrangements."

Seeing this, Lei Li sneered and pouted: "Truly boring~"

Lei Li originally received the command to go on stage, anticipating a duel with a master.

Yet just earlier, Dugu Jiu, who had been so powerful, was already on his last legs.

And now, the opposing side wasn’t sending anyone up anymore.

It seems humans are just humans, even those from the Big World... are merely so-so!

The sword spirit light on the Sword Platform grew increasingly weak, and it wouldn’t be long before it became the first Sword Platform to be breached.

Xiang Yuntian kept a close eye on the Human Sword Platform, but he had no solutions.

And just at this moment, Xiang Yuntian and the Sword Masters around him suddenly sensed something and turned to look aside.

The previously calm void suddenly trembled, and then, increasingly dazzling silver light flickered.

The next moment, a silver-haired, silver-eyed youth with delicate features and a unique aura appeared at the front of Heavenly Sword Peak.

"Great Flame Su Yuan, ordered to offer assistance." Su Yuan looked at the Divine Sect members ahead, cupped his hands, and greeted, "Greetings to the Fellow Daoists of the Divine Sect."

The Divine Sect members were still somewhat taken aback.

But Fu Chaosheng immediately reacted, his eyes showing surprise, "Brother Su!"

"It’s Friend Su from Great Flame!"

Many Sword Masters from the Divine Sect also quickly responded, greeting hurriedly.

Xiang Yuntian immediately asked, "Friend Su, how come you are here?"

Xiang Yuntian wasn’t surprised by Su Yuan’s ability to bypass the Cangtian Conglong Formation and directly enter Heavenly Sword Peak.

Because after forming a partnership, Emperor Ye had given Great Flame a top-level token with privileges.

Su Yuan said, "The Golden Sword from the Divine Sect sent a message, Grey Realm invasion, we already had an agreement to jointly resist the Grey Realm, so the top brass immediately dispatched me here, to support the Divine Sect."

Reinforcements have arrived? That’s great!!

Upon hearing this, the Sword Masters of the Divine Sect were all jubilant.

And Niu Fen looked towards behind Su Yuan, puzzled, "Is it just you, Friend Su?"

"No...of course not."

Su Yuan smiled, raised his hand, and silver light flickered. Two more figures appeared beside him.

One with a stern countenance, sharp gaze.

Another extremely beautiful, unfathomable.

Xiang Yuntian’s pupils narrowed, and within moments he vaguely sensed waves of danger emanating from these two.

Undoubtedly...

They are masters!

Being at the Third Stage, Su Yuan naturally introduced the two to Xiang Yuntian and the fellow Sword Sect cultivators:

"Sky Patrol Department, White Tiger Throne Yu Wenwuji; and Great Flame Demon Capital, Peacock Ming King Kong Zheng."

"Xiang Yuntian of the Ten Thousand Sword Divine Sect, thank you, masters, for coming such a long way to assist us!"

Xiang Yuntian felt delighted inside, never expecting that in such a moment, Great Flame would dispatch these two masters!

Yu Wenwuji said, "We are allies, Friend Xiang, no need for formalities."

While Kong Zheng turned around, shaking his Treasure Fan as he looked towards the Cangtian Conglong Formation.

"Such a delicate array, able to resist many with few, but the situation seems not very favorable now..."

Xiang Yuntian nodded, his voice heavy: "This Cangtian Conglong Formation is one of our sect’s protective formations, capable of repelling the enemy’s assault,"

Su Yuan, being a Grandmaster in Array Dao, glanced briefly and roughly understood the formation’s purpose.

His gaze fell on the Human Sword Platform, and Su Yuan said, "Heaven, Earth, and Human Three Talents Formation... So that Human Sword Platform, Sword Master Xiang, you’ve already given up on it?"

Xiang Yuntian sighed and said, "It’s an unavoidable matter; the enemy is simply too numerous, even Sword Master Lou has already gone on stage.

But rest assured, masters, even if the Human Sword Platform gets breached, the Conglong Formation will only lose thirty percent of its power, it won’t collapse."

Su Yuan glanced around at Fu Chaosheng, Dugu Jiu...and even the severely injured, unconscious Shen Yanqing, roughly understanding the situation.

After thinking for a moment, Su Yuan smiled and said, "Since we’ve come to support, how about I continue guarding this Human Sword Platform on behalf of the Divine Sect?"