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The withered wood elder said, "All I did was to read some more books on poison arts!"

Golden Spirit said with a slight smile, "It seems that the withered wood elder, like me, longs to break free from Zhao Yu's control. However, that poison is indeed extraordinary, only a Divinity Transformation cultivator can resolve it. But besides a Divinity Transformation cultivator, there is one other who can dispel this poison, and that is Zhao Yu himself."

"If we want Zhao Yu to undo this poison, we will need a hostage valuable enough. I hope the withered wood elder can lend me a helping hand!"

The withered wood elder pondered for a moment before saying, "I too have been troubled by this poison for many years! I am willing to extend my help to you!"

A trace of strange light flickered in Golden Spirit's eyes as he said, "Since that's the case, please lend us your skin-changing skill!"

Suddenly, behind the withered wood elder, an overwhelming Nascent Soul five-layer aura burst forth. A black-robed cultivator, holding a dagger that flashed like lightning, stabbed at the withered wood elder.

The withered wood elder was shocked and was about to cast spells to resist.

"Withered wood elder, do I look beautiful?"

The Scarlet Enchantress suddenly let out a light chuckle. Her body emitted a stunning seductive power, and with a flick of her snowy white hand, countless ribbons swept towards the withered wood elder.

"Freeze!"

The Scholar Bearing a Human Head immediately produced a Skull Demon Mirror, seemingly refined from numerous skulls, and shone it towards the withered wood elder.

Countless twisted and fierce skull heads emerged from the mirror, with numerous resentful spirits roaring within, as a sinister grey light beamed towards the withered wood elder.

The withered wood elder suddenly felt dizzy, and his mana circulation halted for an instant.

The countless ribbons instantly wrapped around the withered wood elder, and a strange force rapidly eroded his body, preventing him from using his escape technique.

The black-robed cultivator plunged the dagger into the withered wood elder's heart and then plunged both hands directly into his heart, ripping apart the skin, tearing it violently off the withered wood elder's body.

The withered wood elder screamed miserably, his Nascent Soul unable to escape his body, as his flesh and blood were absorbed into the dark dagger.

"The withered wood elder, that is all you amount to!"

The black-robed cultivator sneered contemptuously, motioning with his hand to call the dark dagger back and pointed at it.

A strange blood-red aura emerged from the dark dagger and entered the skin of the withered wood elder.

The black-robed cultivator draped the skin over himself and, in an instant, transformed into the withered wood elder.

Golden Spirit said with a look of apprehension, "The Thousand Faces Demon Lord, truly lives up to his name! Deservedly one of the top ten demon lords of the Blue Sky Sea!"

The Thousand Faces Demon Lord laughed lightly and said, "Golden Spirit, you flatter me! If we were to fight head-on, I might not necessarily be your match!"

The Scarlet Enchantress asked, "Zhao Yu has seven companions, which one shall we target?"

Golden Spirit said somberly, "Zhao Yu has seven companions, but he values Li Xianjiao the most. Only by capturing Li Xianjiao alive will we stand a chance to force him to comply. Otherwise, once we make our move, there will be no chance of survival for us."

Golden Spirit had been with Zhao Yu for several decades and was keenly aware of Zhao Yu's terror and strength. Should their plan fail, he and the three great demon lords would all die miserably within the Danling Sect's Mountain Protection Array.

"Then the Scarlet Enchantress and I will await the good news from the two of you!"

The Scholar Bearing a Human Head gave a slight smile and vanished from the spot, turning into an escape light.

"Best of luck to you both!"

The enchanting witch smiled charmingly and turned into a red light that disappeared from sight.

"Zhao Yu is a master of the Formation Path, and I suspect he is a Fourth-Order Superior Formation master. Besides the Mountainous Profound Light Great Array, there are countless formations in the Dan Ling Sect, all firmly under the control of Zhao Yu and his partner."

"Although I am a Nascent Soul elder of the Dan Ling Sect, Zhao Yu has clearly never trusted me. He's never told me anything about the various formations in the headquarters of Dan Ling Sect."

"Li Xianjiao, along with Zhao Yu's partner and direct disciples, all reside in the core area of the Dan Ling Sect, which is extremely perilous. We only have one chance!"

Jin Ling Zhenjun looked wary and slowly informed Qianmian Mojun of all the taboos within the Dan Ling Sect.

Jin Ling Zhenjun, Kumu Zhenjun, and Luo Sheng Zhenjun, the three major Nascent Soul cultivators, were all controlled by Zhao Yu's severe poison, and Zhao Yu had never trusted these three Nascent Soul cultivators.

The three Nascent Soul cultivators resided on the Spiritual Peaks on the outskirts of Dan Ling Sect and were not allowed to venture into the core area without important matters.

Ten days later, at the outer perimeter of the Dan Ling Sect core area.

Jin Ling Zhenjun and Qianmian Mojun stood quietly to the side.

An Escape Light flew from a distance and revealed the form of a Dan Ling Sect male disciple with a Foundation Establishment Cultivation Level.

The male disciple of Dan Ling Sect performed a respectful salute and said, "Disciple Fang Yu, greets Jin Ling Zhenjun and Kumu Zhenjun!"

In the Cultivation World, the strong are revered. Even though these two Nascent Soul cultivators, Jin Ling Zhenjun, were not trusted by Zhao Yu, they were still Nascent Soul cultivators, and the cultivators of Dan Ling Sect dared not slight them at all.

Jin Ling Zhenjun asked, "Would the Lady Sect Master agree to meet with us?"

Fang Yu replied respectfully, "The Sect Master's wife has agreed to meet the two esteemed Zhenjuns in the Lingjian Hall. However, according to the rules, the two esteemed Zhenjuns are requested to walk in front of the True Mirror first!"
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Jin Ling Zhenjun felt a chill in his heart and glanced at Qianmian Mojun beside him, saying, "I am aware!"

The True Mirror was a magical treasure obtained by Zhao Yu, capable of exposing all kinds of transformation techniques. Even Transformation and Illusion Techniques at the Nascent Soul level could not escape the scrutiny of this magical treasure.

Qianmian Mojun appeared at ease, showing no fear whatsoever, and imitated Kumu Zhenjun's slight nod.

Fang Yu took out a token and injected mana into it.

A Spirit Mirror a zhang in length flew out from within the mountain and shone upon Jin Ling Zhenjun, reflecting his figure within.

After a few breaths, the mirror shone upon Qianmian Mojun. However, the reflection in the mirror was that of Kumu Zhenjun.

Jin Ling Zhenjun thought to himself, "Qianmian Mojun truly lives up to his name, even the True Mirror can't see through his transformation technique. No wonder he has been able to roam the Blue Sky Sea for hundreds of years and even assassinate Nascent Soul cultivators!"

Fang Yu said, "The two esteemed Zhenjuns, please follow me."

Jin Ling Zhenjun and Qianmian Mojun, two formidable figures, followed Fang Yu towards the deeper parts of Dan Ling Sect.

With Fang Yu leading the way, the two Nascent Soul cultivators did not trigger any prohibitions and arrived in an exceedingly spacious palace.

"What a peerless beauty! She truly deserves to be Zhao Yu's most beloved partner! That flirtatious Red Enchantress Witch is simply incomparable to her! I really want to flay her skin and keep it as a collection!!"

The moment Qianmian Mojun saw Li Xianjiao, who sat on a white jade seat, exuding nobility and grace, and incomparably radiant, his eyes lit up, and a flurry of thoughts crossed his mind.

Jin Ling Zhenjun bowed and said, "We pay our respects to the Sect Master's wife!"

Li Xianjiao glanced at them indifferently, picked up a jade ruyi beside her, and said languidly, "Jin Ling Zhenjun, are you aware of your offense?"