Chapter 215: Serpent Uncle and Yao Lao Battle Yun Shan, Guardian Wu Takes Action

Chapter 215: Serpent Uncle and Yao Lao Battle Yun Shan, Guardian Wu Takes Action

As Yun Shan's voice fell, a massive wave of black mist suddenly surged out from the Yunlan Sect's main hall, rapidly gathering in the sky. It finally condensed into a dark, expansive cloud.

Mo Yu and Serpent Uncle both grew tense as they observed the emerging black mist.

"This sinister energy... Could it be? But why would they come to such a remote place as the Northwest Continent?" Serpent Uncle's raspy voice trembled slightly with shock.

Mo Yu's heart sank as well. The Soul Hall was making a move. Had they already infiltrated the Jia Ma Empire at this point?

"Serpent Uncle, be careful. This person seems strange," Mo Yu warned inwardly.

Mo Yu hadn't expected Guardian Wu to appear. According to the original timeline, this event wasn't supposed to happen yet. Was this a result of the butterfly effect he had caused?

The thought weighed heavily on Mo Yu's mind. While Guardian Wu's strength wasn't the pinnacle within the Soul Hall, his power as a four or five-star Dou Zong was more than enough to sway the battle. Although Serpent Uncle had recovered a fair amount of his strength, he was only equivalent to a low-level Dou Zong. Defeating Guardian Wu would be difficult.

Serpent Uncle, after hearing Mo Yu's warning, did not argue. A mere Dou Zong wouldn't have concerned him in his prime, but under the current circumstances, he was indeed outmatched. Moreover, this person's aura seemed connected to a major force in Central Plains, a force notorious for capturing powerful soul entities, making them a natural enemy for someone like Serpent Uncle.

"What is that?" The emergence of the black mist caused unease among the Yunlan Sect disciples below. Their eyes filled with confusion and fear, as none had been aware of such a sinister figure hidden within their sect.

Even Yun Yun, bound by the Purple-Gold Serpent Ring, was shocked to see the black mist. As the sect leader, she had no idea that such a powerful being had been concealed within the sect. This realization filled her with anxiety as she looked towards Mo Yu. Although she didn't want to see her sect destroyed, she also didn't wish for Mo Yu to be harmed.

The black mist, indifferent to the thoughts of those below, swirled ominously as a sinister laugh echoed from within, like the cawing of crows, reverberating through the sky.

"Kekeke, it seems Yun Shan's report was inaccurate. This remote empire actually harbors not just one, but multiple powerful soul entities. Capturing you today will surely please the Hall Master."

As the black mist surged and contracted, it finally coalesced into a figure shrouded in darkness. Faintly, a pair of slightly red eyes gleamed from the depths of the blackness.

Seeing the form of Guardian Wu, Serpent Uncle narrowed Mo Yu's purple-gold eyes and spoke to Xiao Yan beside him: "Although I don't know your origins, it seems you've taken a liking to Mo Yu's cousin. Given the current situation, it looks like we're on the same side."

"When the young ones make trouble, it's up to us elders to clean up the mess. I didn't expect the Yunlan Sect to be in league with such a powerful force from Central Plains. This complicates things. We'll need to work together if we're to get out of this."

Yao Lao, controlling Xiao Yan's body, nodded solemnly. "You're right. Xiao Yan and Mo Yu are important to us both, so we must ensure their safety."

He then let out a bitter smile. "However, I've only just awakened, and my soul power hasn't fully recovered. While I can handle Yun Shan, fighting this so-called Guardian Wu will be difficult."

"Leave Guardian Wu to me. You just focus on dealing with Yun Shan."

'Mo Yu' couldn't help but twitch his facial muscles. Although he hadn't met him in person, he sensed that the powerhouse behind Xiao Yan might be a bit shameless.

'Xiao Yan' chuckled awkwardly. "Thank you, my friend. I'll handle Yun Shan, and once I'm done, I'll come to help you."

"There's no need. Just take care of yourself. I don't want to have to cover for you," 'Mo Yu' snorted, the purple-gold light surrounding him growing more intense.

Yao Lao merely smiled in response to Serpent Uncle's pride, but as he looked at the strange and powerful bloodline within 'Mo Yu', a thoughtful expression crossed his eyes.

"Guardian Wu, I'll leave Mo Yu to you," Yun Shan sneered coldly at the two, seemingly discussing their battle tactics.

"Hmm," Guardian Wu nodded, glancing at Mo Yu. "I'm pleased with your intelligence gathering. Once you capture Xiao Yan, my force will fully support the Yunlan Sect's future growth."

Yun Shan's face lit up with joy, and he quickly nodded, "Rest assured, Guardian Wu, the Yunlan Sect will be the best ally your hall could have!"

Guardian Wu's sinister smile twisted at Yun Shan's words. The Yunlan Sect as an ally? Ridiculous. They were nothing more than a pawn to be used and discarded.

With their own thoughts, Guardian Wu and Yun Shan split up, each attacking Mo Yu and Xiao Yan.

Facing Mo Yu, Guardian Wu flicked his wrist, and a black chain slithered out, its metallic clinking echoing ominously. The chain coiled around him like a serpent, poised to strike.

The black chain quivered before Guardian Wu jerked it forward. It shot out like a venomous snake, slicing through the air towards Mo Yu.

"Hiss!"

The black chain pierced through space, transforming into a dark blur aimed at Mo Yu.

The tip of the chain was exceptionally sharp, covered in intricate runes and spiral patterns. As Guardian Wu infused it with his energy, it exuded a menacing aura, clearly not an ordinary weapon.

Serpent Uncle, sensing the danger, did not dare be careless. He channeled the purple-gold bloodline power into his palm, which quickly formed into a massive purple-gold energy serpent. It shot forward, colliding head-on with the black chain.

"Boom!"

The two forces clashed, and a deep sound echoed, but it was not a violent explosion. Instead, a wave of dark energy mixed with purple-gold ripples spread silently, causing the space around them to tremble.

The black chain clashed with the purple-gold energy serpent, far from Guardian Wu's expectations of easily breaking through. In fact, he felt a strange, chilling bloodline power coursing through the chain, causing his Dou Qi to fluctuate.

"A bloodline warrior? It seems you're not of pure human descent!" Guardian Wu's red eyes narrowed in surprise as he watched the purple-gold light in 'Mo Yu's' eyes.

Humans typically focused on cultivating Dou Qi or soul power. Even the ancient clans only used their inherited Dou Di bloodline to assist their cultivation, relying mainly on Dou techniques for combat. Bloodline-based combat was more common among magical beast clans or hybrid races like the snake-people.

Feeling the powerful bloodline coursing through the chain, Guardian Wu realized it was likely an ancient bloodline, something rare even in Central Plains. To find such a formidable soul entity in this remote area was unexpected.

Guardian Wu's eyes gleamed with a fiery desire. Delivering an ancient bloodline soul to the Hall Master would surely earn him a rich reward.

Serpent Uncle, observing Guardian Wu's cold gaze, tightened his grip, causing the purple-gold bloodline energy to condense into a sharp fang-like spear. The spear, smaller than Mo Yu's usual black thunder spear, shimmered with a deadly, toxic aura.

"You're from the Soul Hall, aren't you? Even your Hall Masters couldn't best me in the past. Do you think you stand a chance?" 'Mo Yu' sneered, pointing the deadly spear at Guardian Wu.

"Arrogant! You might have been strong in the past, but now you're just a soul clinging to someone else's body. Dream on if you think you can defeat me!" Guardian Wu retorted with a cold laugh. With a flick of his wrist, three more chains shot out from his back, swirling above him like venomous snakes.

"Three-Segment Soul Lock!"

With a sinister grin, Guardian Wu sent the three chains hurtling towards 'Mo Yu', their paths intersecting to trap him.

Calmly watching the chains approach, 'Mo Yu' flicked his fingers, sending five streams of purple-gold bloodline energy swirling around him. The energy formed into serpentine shapes, which shot forward to meet the chains.

Clang! Clang!

The chains collided with the bloodline energy, creating a metallic clattering sound, even sparking upon impact. No matter how erratic Guardian Wu's attacks were, the serpentine energies commanded by Serpent Uncle deftly blocked each one, revealing his vast combat experience.

Despite his relentless attacks, Guardian Wu failed to gain the upper hand. He could feel a chilling energy surging through the chains with each clash, unsettling him.

Worse still, the terrifying aura of Serpent Uncle's spear made Guardian Wu wary, forcing him to dodge it carefully.

"Hmph! You're just a soul entity. No matter how strong you are now, your bloodline power won't last. Once you're exhausted, you'll be at my mercy!" Guardian Wu sneered, narrowly evading another strike from the purple-gold spear.

Mo Yu's expression darkened as he heard Serpent Uncle's grim words. "Guardian Wu may have been insignificant in my prime, but now he's a formidable foe. He's right. I can't sustain this bloodline power for long."

"If I exhaust my power, we'll be as good as captured. With Yun Shan and Guardian Wu here, it seems the Yunlan Sect won't fall as you had hoped."

Serpent Uncle spoke as he continued to battle the chains, his voice tinged with resignation.

Mo Yu felt a wave of disappointment. Guardian Wu's unexpected arrival had completely derailed his plans. His grandfather's death would not be avenged today.

But he wasn't one to stubbornly pursue a lost cause. His grandfather's death was a deep wound, but preserving his life to fight another day was the best tribute he could offer.

"No worries, Serpent Uncle. We'll go with Plan B and retreat for now. Once I've grown stronger, I'll destroy the Yunlan Sect myself!" Mo Yu's voice was cold and resolute, filled with a deadly determination. When he had the power, not only the Yunlan Sect but even the Soul Hall would fall.

Revenge is a dish best served cold.

"Good, it's wise to think this way. Don't worry. I can still get you out safely," Serpent Uncle replied in his raspy voice.

With their plan set, Serpent Uncle began to withdraw, signaling to Yao Lao. While continuing to fight the chains, he gradually retreated.

On the other side, Yao Lao nodded subtly and began to slowly pull Xiao Yan away from the battlefield.

Guardian Wu noticed their retreat and furrowed his brows. Then, as if recalling something, he smiled wickedly.

With a sinister laugh, Guardian Wu conjured a thick black mist around his right hand, pulling a series of faint, ghostly figures from his storage ring. These ghostly figures were all at the peak Dou Huang level, and there were seven of them!

"I said I'd capture you no matter the cost. These seven Dou Huang souls are my collection from the past half-year, but exchanging them for two high-level soul entities is worth it!"

As he spoke, Guardian Wu performed a series of complex hand signs, and a shrill chant echoed across the sky.

"Nine Shadows Devour Souls!"

As the chant ended, a dark mist erupted from Guardian Wu, engulfing the seven Dou Huang souls. Horrific, crunching sounds emanated from the mist, sending chills down the spines of everyone present.

At this moment, both 'Mo Yu' and 'Xiao Yan' looked grim, realizing the dire situation they were in.

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