Peerless War God

The Heavenly Star Swordmaster stood up, his gaze darkening as the Stellar Sword appeared in his right hand. His eyes swept coldly around him.    

The Duke of Zi Jin exhaled a mouthful of turbid air and said in a deep voice, "We've already arrived at the outskirts of the Profound Pill Sect. Everyone, be careful."    

Hearing this, Gu Changsheng's face was filled with surprise, "We're already at the outskirts of the Profound Core Sect?"    

Chen Xiao was startled, his gaze shrinking as he asked, "Big Brother Zi Jing, are you saying that these white clouds are not formed naturally, but something else?"    

The Duke of Zi Jin nodded and said coldly, "Yes, these white clouds are a part of the Profound Pill Sect's protective formation. Not only can they block one's line of sight, they can also affect one's divine sense and prevent cultivators from probing."    

"So powerful?" Chen Xiao said in surprise.    

"En, now that we have entered the white clouds, they should have already found out about our whereabouts," the Duke of Zi Jin said indifferently.    

Hearing this, Chen Xiao and the others looked at each other in shock.    

Just as the Duke of Zi Jin finished speaking, several black figures came from the depths of the white clouds. After a few flashes, they arrived in front of the flying boat and blocked everyone's path.    

There were five people in this group. The one in the lead was a young man dressed in purple. He had the cultivation of a Tribulation Transcender, and his temperament was extraordinary. There was a small golden cauldron symbol on his purple clothes, which was the symbol of the Profound Pill Sect.    

In other words, these five people were disciples of the Profound Pill Sect.    

Seeing this, Chen Xiao and the other four, as well as the Tribulation Transcenders on the flying boat, all stood up.    

When the purple-robed disciple saw this, he cupped his hands and asked, "This is a heavily guarded area of the Profound Pill Sect, so it is not allowed to enter without permission. Are you all heading to the Nine Layered Divine Pagoda?"    

The Duke of Zijin withdrew the barrier of the flying boat and flew forward, replying, "That's right. Are you all disciples of the Profound Pill Sect?"    

The purple-robed disciple revealed a smile and said, "That's right. We are here to welcome the cultivators who have come to the Nine Layered Divine Pagoda under the orders of the Sect Master. Do you all have the token of the Divine Pagoda as proof?"    

"Yes."    

The Duke of Zijin nodded and took out the token of the Divine Pagoda, suspending it in his palm.    

When Chen Xiao and the others saw this, they followed suit. The scene was quite spectacular.    

When the purple-robed disciple saw it, he nodded in satisfaction and said, "It's indeed the token of the Divine Pagoda. Please follow me."    

As he spoke, the purple-robed disciple led the way and turned around to leave.    

The Duke of Zijin's expression darkened slightly, but he did not say anything. He said, "Let's go."    

"Yes."    

Immediately, the purple-robed disciple led in front, and Chen Xiao and the others followed closely behind. They continuously traveled through the clouds, and there was no obstruction. During this time, they also saw other people, and they also acted in the same way.    

After traveling for half a day, they finally passed through the clouds and appeared in another space. When they raised their eyes to look over, they saw a white palace that stood atop the clouds. It flickered with golden light, and it was as dazzling as a divine miracle, attracting everyone's gaze.    

"That is?" Gu Changsheng's mouth was wide open as he was shocked.    

"What a magnificent palace, what a grand entrance. As expected of the Mystic Core Sect." The Heavenly Star Sword Sovereign looked at this scene and sighed with emotion in his heart.    

Compared to this, the Purple Cloud City was just a country bumpkin, not worth mentioning, and could not be considered anything.    

Hearing this, the purple-clothed disciples revealed a proud expression, as if they were honored, and felt quite proud.    

"That is where the Mystic Core Sect's mountain gate and front hall are, and also the place where ordinary disciples cultivate. However, this time, you all are going to the Nine-Layered Divine Pagoda, and it is not here."    

The purple-clothed disciple said proudly.    

Chen Xiao's heart moved, and he asked curiously, "Then where is the Nine-Layered Divine Pagoda? Why haven't I seen it?"    

"Heh, it's far away in the distance, but it's right in front of us." The purple-clothed disciple chuckled, pointed to the left side of the Mystic Core Sect's mountain gate, and said indifferently.    

Chen Xiao and the others looked in the direction he pointed, and discovered that it was completely empty. Other than white clouds and forests, there were flying beasts and strange plants everywhere. There was nothing else.    

Logically speaking, such a conspicuous thing like the Nine-Layered Divine Pagoda should definitely not be completely invisible.    

Thinking of this, Chen Xiao's heart skipped a beat, "Could it be a diversionary technique?"    

"This, there's nothing here? Where is the Nine-Layered Divine Tower?"    

At this time, a Tribulation Transcender in the crowd couldn't help but mutter.    

When these words came out, the five people including the purple-clothed disciple all laughed, making the Heavenly Star Sword Sovereign and the others' faces turn ugly.    

After laughing for a while, the purple-clothed disciple finally restrained himself. He pointed to the distance and said, "This place is a forbidden area of my Profound Pill Sect. Even disciples of my Profound Pill Sect are strictly forbidden from approaching it. It is also the location of the Nine-Layered Divine Pagoda. Now that it is covered by a barrier, you won't be able to see it."    

His explanation caused everyone to come to a sudden realization, but at the same time, they were greatly shocked.    

"What kind of barrier is this? It's too powerful. I actually didn't notice anything wrong at all."    

Gu Changsheng shook his head and said.    

"That's right. The method of setting up this barrier is definitely at the level of a grandmaster of formations. It is flawless."    

The Heavenly Star Swordmaster sighed.    

"It is indeed powerful." Chen Xiao agreed.    

He also had some experience in the Dao of formations, but even he did not discover a single trace of it. It was enough to show that the person who set up the formation was extremely brilliant, far above him.    

"Of course. The barrier that you see in front of you is only a part of the Profound Pill Sect's grand formation. You are in the formation, so it's naturally difficult for you to discover any flaws. As the old saying goes, the onlooker is clear while the insider is confused. This is the truth."    

In his soul sea, Xi Luo said indifferently.    

After hearing this, Chen Xiao seemed to be lost in thought.    

Just like that, under the guidance of the purple-clothed disciple, the group of people rushed forward. After a period of time, they finally arrived in front of the Profound Pill Sect's forbidden area.    

At this time, the purple-clothed disciple's group stopped. They stood in the air and said to the air, "Elder, the person has been brought here."    

"Yes, go down."    

However, an old voice came from the void and said casually.    

"Yes."    

The group of purple-clothed disciples turned around and left without saying a word.    

However, a spatial ripple appeared in the void. A figure walked out. He looked old and withered, but his eyes were sharp like swords. His aura was deep and unpredictable.    

Chen Xiao was shocked, "A cultivator at the Immortal Realm, which is also an elder of the Black Core Sect, and his aura is as deep as the abyss. He is even stronger than me. This person is not simple."    

Seeing this, everyone's heart trembled and they were a little nervous.    

Although they knew that this was the Black Core Sect and nothing would happen, they could not help but feel nervous and uneasy.    

The Duke of Zijin smiled slightly and cupped his fists, "Greetings, Elder Cang Ming."    

After hearing this, Chen Xiao was shocked again. This Elder of the Black Core Sect, Duke of Zijin, actually knew him.    

After all, 10,000 years ago, the Duke of Zijin had entered the Nine-Tiered Divine Pagoda once. He naturally had some reputation for being able to come out alive.    

In the Black Core Sect, he only knew two Longevity Realm experts. One was Tang Yan, and the other was Lian Qingbi, but they did not appear here.    

Elder Cang Ming blinked his eyes and revealed a trace of light as he stared at the Duke of Zijin.    

"So it's you, Zijing. It's been so many years since we last met. You have improved a lot. You even brought a lot of newcomers this time. It's a bit interesting."    

Elder Cang Ming said indifferently, his face full of nostalgia, as if he was recalling something. It was something from a long time ago.    

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