Immortality Begins with Breathing Exercises

Lei Yongtao was overcome with a sense of lingering fear.

He slapped his right hand on a storage bag, and a mid-grade Spirit Stone along with an Elixir emitting a rich medicinal aroma immediately appeared in his hand.

"You all recover quickly, I’ll keep watch for you," Lin Zheyu said aloud.

He looked in the direction of Ji Zitong, the battle was nearing its end.

Unlike Bai Lin’s disheveled state, though Lei Yongtao had won, he was somewhat miserable, but Ji Zitong was doing much better.

Ji Zitong’s strength was formidable; with her three powerful azure longswords, she fought steadily, appearing to have a handle on things.

Lin Zheyu glanced over and didn’t pay much more attention.

Ji Ziyang lured away the strongest in power, Gu Jinghong; with him not guarding the Array, they could only rely on themselves.

"Tuyuan, can you still hold on?"

Soi Mulan asked.

"Barely."

"But if it doesn’t end soon, I won’t be able to keep up," came Tuyuan’s muffled voice.

Don’t be fooled just because his hiding underground seems safe; Tuyuan’s task is even heavier, using Earth Magic to protect the entire Array from the battle’s destructive aftermath.

Ji Ziyang lured Gu Jinghong away mainly out of concern that their battle’s aftershocks might destroy the Array.

"It’s almost over, only Zitong’s side is left. Once Zitong wins, you can rest for a bit."

Soi Mulan sent a message.

Her hands pressed against the Array Hub, using the Array to sense the surrounding movements, guarding against sudden changes.

Past experiences taught Soi Mulan that it isn’t victory until the last moment.

"Be careful, someone’s coming!"

Lin Zheyu suddenly spoke up.

Soi Mulan glanced at him in surprise.

Even with the Array, she hadn’t sensed anyone approaching, yet Mr. Xiao could; his perceiving ability was truly terrifying.

"Whew~~"

Lei Yongtao exhaled deeply, enduring his body’s pain, he stood up gripping his battle axe.

After taking the Elixir, he felt much better, though not fully recovered to his Peak, he could still fight.

"Mr. Bai, can you still manage?"

Lei Yongtao glanced at Bai Lin, who was still sitting cross-legged to recover, and asked.

"No problem, just a bit drained."

Bai Lin opened his eyes and shook his head.

Continuous use of Divine Treasure had almost depleted the powerful energy stored in it.

Going back this time, without a potent Elixir to aid recovery, it would take quite some time to get back to his Peak.

"Here, take this Elixir, consider it as a loan, pay me back when you can."

Lei Yongtao seemed quite familiar with Bai Lin, grabbing an Elixir from his storage bag and tossing it over.

"Thank you, friend."

Bai Lin didn’t refuse Lei Yongtao’s goodwill, accepting the Elixir with gratitude.

"How many people came?"

Lei Yongtao looked at Lin Zheyu and asked.

"Three."

"One’s strength is unknown, with a strong Concealing Ability. The other two have vague auras, not very clear, but shouldn’t be too strong."

Lin Zheyu sensed carefully before speaking slowly.

In the Array, with heightened perception granted by the Array’s enhancement, his sensitivity had been greatly increased.

"Phew, scared me..."

Upon hearing this, Lei Yongtao relaxed slightly with relief.

"Three shouldn’t be a significant issue."

"Zitong also finished her battle, and the Array remained intact; what a pleasant surprise."

Lei Yongtao grinned as he spoke.

"Wait a moment!"

"Don’t celebrate too early, it seems they are planning to intercept Ziyang."

Lin Zheyu’s expression suddenly changed, and he quickly spoke up.

Within his perception, Ji Ziyang’s aura was rapidly approaching, while simultaneously, the other three began moving towards Ji Ziyang.

"What!"

Ji Zitong, having just finished her battle, instantly changed her expression on hearing this.

She blurred, about to rush out, but a strong hand pressed down on her shoulder.

"Don’t go!"

Lin Zheyu said in a deep voice.

His eyes squinted slightly as he looked into the distant sky.

"Right now we can only trust in your brother’s strength."

"We’ve just fought hard, already exhausted. If we leave the Array, without its assistance, there’s not much hope of success."

Lin Zheyu shook his head, speaking.

"..."

Ji Zitong sighed heavily, her arm holding the longsword bulging with veins.

She looked up at the distant sky, unable to see anything, only sensing the battle tremors from afar.

"Mr. Xiao, can you see how my brother is doing now?"

Ji Zitong looked anxiously toward Lin Zheyu and asked.

"Don’t worry, your brother is fine, he escaped," Lin Zheyu said with a smile.

In his perception, Ji Ziyang moved at great speed, changing direction immediately upon realizing someone was laying an ambush here.

"Miss Ji, you’re letting your concern get the best of you; Ziyang is hailed as the best at Escape Technique below the Golden Core. Even if Gu Jinghong transformed into a true form of a Basilisk, it probably couldn’t catch him," Lei Yongtao chimed in with a laugh.

"It’s not time to relax yet; everyone back to your guarded Array Hub, someone else is coming!" Soi Mulan said anxiously.

Upon hearing this, everyone quickly returned to their positions.

Lin Zheyu sensed closely again, indeed someone was approaching. However, after a distant glance, they seemed to decide against confrontation and left.

Perhaps it was just another Cultivator wandering around looking for leftovers.

Swish—

Before long, Ji Ziyang’s aura reappeared in Lin Zheyu’s perception, with Gu Jinghong behind him looking rather displeased.

"Haha, Mr. Gu, do you want to continue?"

Ji Ziyang floated outside the Array, laughing as he looked at Gu Jinghong.

"Hmph!"

Gu Jinghong glared at Lin Zheyu and others with a sullen face, cursed incompetents inwardly, and turned to leave.

After confirming Gu Jinghong’s departure, Ji Ziyang breathed a slight sigh of relief.

He descended slowly from the air, his form wavering slightly, nearly unable to stand firm.

"Brother, are you alright?"

Ji Zitong appeared beside Ji Ziyang, supporting him and asked with concern.

"I’m fine."

"Everyone get ready, prepare to welcome the arrival of the Rule Fragments!"

Ji Ziyang stood upright, smiling, with a hint of excitement in his eyes.

It’s finally coming!

The demonic creatures slaughtered this time were so numerous, their bloody aura so strong, the opportunities to be gained are truly exciting!

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