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Just as the two were preparing for the upcoming new round of challenges, a voice suddenly came from not far away, attracting everyone's attention.
"Wait, you young people, don't rush into battle!" An elderly man with white hair and beard slowly stepped out from the crowd, carrying a seemingly inconspicuous wooden stick that contained powerful energy fluctuations. "Since I can still do my part for the village, I naturally won't stand idly by... How about I handle this guy?"
The crowd immediately erupted in an uproar—this old man was a legendary figure in the area, known as a "reclusive master," and with his help, their chances of winning would greatly increase!
"Senior, what are your plans?" Zhao De asked respectfully.
Chapter 1141 Acting According to the Senior's Instructions
Chapter 1141 Acting in accordance with the instructions of the senior.
The white-haired old man nodded slightly, seemingly quite pleased with Zhao De's respect. "Don't worry, young lady. I have my own plans." His gaze sharpened, as if it had instantly become much deeper. "However, you can't just stand around doing nothing. This old magician is not someone to be trifled with. You need to assist me from the sidelines to ensure victory."
"What Senior says makes sense!" Guo Jing agreed, then turned to the crowd and said, "Everyone, prepare yourselves and act according to Senior's instructions!"
The crowd of onlookers became even noisier at this moment.
"Wow, is this going to be serious?" A bold teenager moved to the front row, his eyes wide with curiosity as he watched the upcoming contest.
Another woman, who was a bit older and seemed much more composed, muttered softly, "What's the background of that old man? I heard he's a reclusive master in the village... I never thought he'd come in handy at such a crucial moment."
Just then, the young hunter who had been silent but whose eyes were full of longing spoke up: "Brothers, we can't just rely on these heroes to do their part. We have to do our part too!" After he finished speaking, he began to gather the young men around him to help build temporary protective fortifications.
Upon hearing this, many ordinary people who had initially been just watching the commotion stood up to express their support—some even took out spare weapons from their homes, wanting to join the fight…
Faced with this scene, the mysterious old man smiled knowingly: "It seems the villagers still have quite a bit of spirit. That's good..." He turned to the old sorcerer opposite him, who was poised to attack: "Old man, I'll play a good game with you!"
As he finished speaking, the air seemed to tremble slightly. Then, a light a hundred times brighter than before erupted from his body, illuminating the entire battlefield!
On the other side, feeling immense pressure approaching, the face beneath his black magic robe grew increasingly grim. He knew he could no longer hold back, so with a low roar, he launched a full-force attack—countless dark forces transformed into sharp arrows that shot straight out, their target the seemingly unremarkable yet terrifyingly powerful elder!
Surprisingly, those attacks that would have easily destroyed ordinary people were easily deflected by a strange force. At the same time, a transparent shield suddenly formed around Zhao De and his group, completely enveloping them.
"Don't just stare, young ladies and gentlemen." The elder, while easily fending off several waves of attacks, took a moment to remind them, "While I'm keeping his attention, quickly find a way to seal this guy. Otherwise, it'll be troublesome once I run out of energy."
Upon hearing these words, the young man, who had been somewhat bewildered, immediately came to his senses. Guo Jing was the first to react, and he began to unleash his family's martial arts against the enemy; while Zhao De used the secret skills she had previously mastered to begin weaving a complex magic array.
The onlookers were full of praise for what they saw:
"That's incredible! They dare to confront someone as powerful as that!"
"That girl can actually draw talismans? She's practically a god..."
Just as the two heroes began their operation under the guidance of their elder, the old mage in black robes seemed to realize the urgency of the situation. A cold glint flashed in his eyes, and the magic staff in his hand emitted an even denser aura of darkness. As a spell was chanted, countless twisted tentacles instantly sprang from the ground, like arms from the depths of hell, ravaging the battlefield.
Chapter 1142 A Cold Light
Chapter 1142 A Cold Light
"Get out of the way!" Zhao De shouted, quickly adjusting the position of the magic circle to protect herself and her companions from the strange tentacles. Her swift reaction amazed many onlookers, one of whom, a young man, was so excited he almost jumped up: "That young man is really something! I wish I could learn something from him..."
On the other side, Guo Jing, with his agile movements, weaved among these terrifying figures, seeking the right opportunity to deliver a fatal blow. Every strike was precise and accurate, demonstrating not only extraordinary strength and speed but also an exceptionally keen perception of the changing battlefield situation. "This kid is just like a chivalrous hero from a martial arts novel!" an uncle next to him said enviously, "He's so incredibly cool."
Just as the battle reached its climax, a little girl in the crowd suddenly spoke up: "Daddy, it looks like there's a little brother helping out over there!" Everyone looked in the direction she was looking and sure enough, they saw a young man dressed in ordinary clothes, seemingly inconspicuous, holding a long sword, quietly approaching the evil sorcerer's men who were directing the battle at the edge of the battlefield.
"Hey, we didn't know we had such a master in our team!" A burst of enthusiastic cheers erupted from the crowd, overjoyed by this unexpected and powerful reinforcement. "Could he be one of those reclusive masters in the martial arts world? Maybe he's a legendary genius!" a few girls whispered, their eyes filled with admiration.
Just then, a dazzling golden light suddenly appeared in the sky. It was the final barrier released by the mysterious old man to prevent the situation from deteriorating further—it illuminated every corner like the sun, causing the entire space to temporarily freeze. "Now is the best time! Don't let him recover," the white-haired old man reminded him with all his might, then swayed twice and almost collapsed due to the excessive energy expenditure.
Upon hearing this, Zhao De quickly completed the final sealing rune and threw it at the opponent; at the same time, Guo Jing seized this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to unleash his full power, striking the already immobilized dark mage with a single move of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms...
Golden light filled the air, and time seemed to stretch out infinitely. In that moment of stillness, the onlookers held their breath, their eyes fixed on the center of the battlefield.
"Quick! Now!" Zhao De thought to herself. She quickly completed the last sealing rune, which glowed with a pale blue light. With a flick of her wrist, it shot towards the old magician like an arrow.
At the same time, Guo Jing shouted, "Take this palm strike!" He gathered all his strength and unleashed the final move of the Eighteen Subduing Dragon Palms, "The Dragon Regrets," with powerful force rushing towards the target like a raging dragon.
"My God, this is unbelievable!" someone in the crowd shouted. "What kind of kung fu is this? It's like a god descending to earth!"
Just then, the young hermit had silently crept up behind the evil sorcerer's men. "You'd better give up," the young man said calmly, his sword tip lightly resting on the neck of one of the men in black.
The man in black whirled around, his eyes filled with terror. "You...who are you?" But before he could answer, a cold glint flashed past...
Chapter 1143 Solving this thorny problem
Chapter 1143 Solving this thorny problem
"Hey, that young guy over there's really got some skills!" came an excited voice from the crowd. "Looks like we've really seen some impressive characters today."
Bathed in golden light, the dark mage's body was completely enveloped, rendering him unable to retaliate. When Zhao De's sealing array and Guo Jing's powerful palm strike arrived simultaneously, the figure began to sway violently, then suddenly became blurred—as if he were slowly being swallowed up by the ethereal.
But just when victory was in sight, the evil aura that should have been completely suppressed began to recover its vitality in a strange way... A chilling feeling instantly spread.
Although the white-haired old man appeared exhausted from unleashing his ultimate skill, he still noticed this subtle change, and his expression immediately turned serious. "Everyone be careful! He hasn't completely lost his fighting ability." His voice was weak but full of warning.
Upon hearing this, the audience immediately began to discuss among themselves:
"No way? He can still turn the tables like that? Just how strong is this guy?!" A young man was so surprised he almost jumped up.
"Are we just going to be helpless like this?" another aunt asked anxiously, her eyes fixed on the young people who were working hard.
Zhao De frowned slightly and pondered for a moment, then looked up at the sky and nodded as if he had an idea. "Senior, please give us a few more minutes. I believe there must be a way to solve this thorny problem."
As soon as Zhao De finished speaking, the crowd fell into a brief silence once again. All eyes were on the young woman, hoping she could create another miracle.
"You young men are really quite capable," an old woman said approvingly. "But... can you really handle such a powerful enemy?"
A young man nearby responded, "Grandma, we believe they can do it! Didn't you see how powerful that young man's magic array was? It was something I'd never heard of or seen before! And that guy over there using his fists, he's practically a modern-day martial arts master!" His words drew a burst of laughter from those around him, slightly easing the tense atmosphere.
Meanwhile, in the heart of the battlefield, although the dark mage was still bound by the golden aura, its gradually recovering aura made everyone feel an unprecedented threat slowly approaching. A thin layer of black mist appeared on its body, acting like a protective membrane to resist external pressure…
Just then, Zhao De suddenly turned around and shouted to the crowd, "Please step back a few paces! We are about to try a potentially very dangerous method... In any case, please believe that we will do our best to protect everyone."
These words not only won the approval and support of the crowd, but even a few bold young people stepped forward to express their willingness to help—although their abilities were far inferior to those of Zhao De, Guo Jing, and the mysterious young warrior, their courage itself was awe-inspiring.
"Hey, hey, hey! Wait a minute!" a childish voice suddenly interrupted, "I want to help too!" It was the little girl who had pointed out the distant reinforcements earlier. "Uh... but you're too young, it's too dangerous," the father beside her hurriedly tried to dissuade his daughter.
Chapter 1144 The Work Proceeds in a Tense Yet Orderly Manner
Chapter 1144 The Work Proceeds in a Tense Yet Orderly Manner
Meanwhile, the hermit deftly circled behind the enemy and quickly subdued a seemingly high-ranking henchman. He then moved towards the center, preparing to coordinate with the main force for a final strike. "What should we do now?" Guo Jing asked, looking at Zhao De, clearly ready to attack at any moment.
After taking a deep breath, Zhao De said in a deep voice, "We need to use the power of heaven and earth to completely seal it. But my personal strength is limited... I hope someone can help me complete this part of the work." After speaking, she cast an expectant look around.
As soon as the words were spoken, a slight yet exceptionally refreshing ripple filled the air—it turned out that several kind-hearted individuals with special skills had volunteered to join the effort. Among them was the curious little girl mentioned earlier, who, under safe conditions, was allowed to use her innate elemental perception to assist in setting up the magic array; and an elderly wise man provided crucial knowledge of ancient incantations to enhance the stability of the entire plan… Everything was progressing smoothly and methodically.
As preparations drew to a close, subtle cracks suddenly appeared in the once peaceful space, as if foreshadowing a major upheaval to come.
"Time is of the essence, we can't wait any longer," the hermit warned, while the sword in his hand hummed as if he were ready for battle.
"Alright, we're ready to begin!" Zhao De's voice was firm and powerful, seemingly able to penetrate the air and reach the depths of everyone's hearts. Her eyes shone with an unusual light, a flame forged from the fusion of determination and courage.
"Wow, that guy is so cool!" A little boy exclaimed, his eyes wide, as he tugged at his mother's hand. "Mom, look, she has such a strong presence!"
"Yes, my dear." The mother smiled and patted her son's head. "You should also strive to become such a brave person."
In the ensuing silence, Zhao De slowly closed his eyes, seemingly sensing the fluctuations of power in the surrounding天地 (heaven and earth). At the same time, the support staff also entered a state of high concentration, each carrying out their tasks in a tense but orderly manner according to their assigned roles.
The hermit gently patted the little girl's shoulder in encouragement, "Little sister, remember to stay calm. Just believe in yourself." Then he turned to Guo Jing and whispered, "Brother, we need to be on our guard. This will be the crucial moment that determines success or failure."
"Mm," Guo Jing nodded in response, slightly spreading his arms to gather strength. He was mentally prepared to rush forward at any moment to fight the dark mage in a final showdown.
A strange energy began to permeate the air, causing the hearts of the onlookers to race. "Look! Is that the legendary spiritual power?" someone in the crowd exclaimed in surprise. "It's just as mysterious and unpredictable as described in novels!"
As Zhao De continued to guide the scene with his hand gestures, a faint halo gradually enveloped the entire area. Beneath this hazy glow, the seemingly calm situation finally changed—a piercing sound suddenly tore through the air!
"Hehehe... You want to seal me? Dream on!" The evil sorcerer, bound by the golden light, suddenly burst into maniacal laughter. A large amount of dark gas surged around him, forming a barrier that blocked the closing power of light. He then broke free of his restraints and stood up, his eyes fiercely fixed on the group of challengers before him.
Chapter 1145 Feeling Much More at Ease
Chapter 1145 Feeling Much More at Ease
"Oh no! Has our plan been exposed?" The little girl's expression changed, and she gripped her staff tightly, quickly following the others into battle mode. "Everyone, be careful!"
However, just when the situation became critical, the old sage who had been silently observing the situation without participating in the attack appeared quite calm and composed. "Children, do not panic. The most important thing now is to stay calm and continue the ceremony." His voice was gentle but full of authority. "The real enemy is always the demon in your own heart. Please keep your minds clear so that you can be invincible."
Hearing this, her previously anxious companions felt much more at ease. Zhao De was also inspired: indeed, as long as everyone works together, there is no problem that cannot be overcome. Thinking this, she regained her confidence, looked up at the sky, and a subtle but meaningful smile appeared on her lips…
At that very moment, everyone present felt a powerful energy source gradually converging from all directions—the light of belief ignited by the shared yearning for a peaceful and beautiful life deep within the hearts of countless ordinary people. "Go for it! You have to succeed no matter what!" someone shouted, and in an instant, countless others responded.
Faced with such a magnificent and awe-inspiring sight, even the previously arrogant evil forces were stunned for a long time. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Zhao De and his group quickly adjusted their strategic deployment, preparing to launch a fatal blow…
"The time has come!" the hermit shouted, launching the first charge at his opponents. "Follow me closely! Let's end this source of chaos together!" With that, his body transformed into a bolt of lightning and hurtled away.
Immediately following, Guo Jing unleashed his most powerful move, striking head-on. "This time, I will absolutely not give you a chance to breathe!" His roar contained an indescribable determination and will to win.
At the same time, Zhao De activated the ultimate sealing formation at the most opportune moment. "Give me your strength, everyone!" she called out, extending her palm towards the void above. Instantly, the sky became a dazzling array of vibrant colors. Then, a torrent of pure, incomparably vital energy surged forth from there, rushing towards the ground…
"Huh? Why do I feel this way?" The little girl blinked, her face full of curiosity, and asked her friend next to her, "Even though it's such a tense moment, I'm unconsciously relaxing~ Is it because I see hope?"
“Perhaps that is the case…” the young man replied with a smile, responding to her pure and beautiful sentiment with his eyes. “No matter what, we must do our best to achieve the best results so that we can be worthy of everyone around us.”
Bathed in dazzling light, the sorcerer finally showed signs of panic, but he still struggled to break free of his restraints. "You foolish humans!" he roared, as dark power surged from his body like a raging tide, attempting to break free of the seal's limitations.
However, Zhao De had already completed all the preparations before the ceremony. "Don't give up any opportunity to defeat the darkness!" she shouted, and a huge, multicolored vortex appeared in the sky. At the same time, the positive energy that gathered from the deepest part of everyone's hearts grew stronger and stronger, forming an irresistible force that swept towards the evil sorcerer.
"Go for it! You're amazing, little girl!" A thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the crowd, and even the onlookers who had initially just been there to watch the excitement were caught up in the thrill of the moment, casting admiring glances at the spectacle.