The familiar theme song "Dao Jian Ru Meng" played again.
Generally, people skip the opening and closing credits when watching TV. Even if they can't skip them during live broadcasts, the theme song is usually a time to go to the bathroom or prepare snacks.
But Jiangnan's dramas are different. The theme songs are written by Ting Yu, and this "Dao Jian Ru Meng" is hailed as the most Wuxia-esque theme song, endlessly enjoyable.
The six major sects had already attacked Guangming Peak, and the Ming Cult was in grave danger.
It's worth mentioning that this drama delves deeply into the portrayal of good and evil, taking a different approach than all previous Wuxia dramas. The righteous sects were often depicted as hypocritical villains, while the Ming Cult, labeled the demonic cult, was more flesh and blood.
Coupled with Zhang Qingyun's incredibly dashing portrayal with a mustache as Yang Xiao, this character, in some aspects, even surpassed the protagonist, Zhang Wuji.
"Zhang Qingyun's Yang Xiao has become incredibly popular!"
"Ever since he started working with Jiangnan, this person has been growing rapidly in every drama!"
"Many people have now given Zhang Qingyun the title of 'Gold Medal Supporting Actor'. Although he's always played supporting roles, the characters Jiangnan, that old fox, gives him are all very well-developed and leave a deep impression!"
"I think Yang Xiao's character could have his own drama. It would definitely be brilliant!"
As one of the two heavenly strings of the Ming Cult, Yang Xiao was practically a protagonist template.
Many even felt that the only difference between Yang Xiao and Zhang Wuji was the lack of cheat-like abilities!
And Zhang Qingyun, because of this popular supporting character, gained a massive fanbase.
All members of the Ming Cult were injured.
Yin Tianzheng stood alone, blocking a host of righteous sects.
The pressure of this scene was immense, especially with the righteous sects using a war of attrition to wear down Yin Tianzheng.
"The Heavenly Eagle Cult has already broken away from the Ming Cult, and everyone in the martial world knows this. Why must Elder Yin get involved in this muddy water?"
"As one of the four great Dharma Kings of the Ming Cult, how can I stand idly by when the Ming Cult is in trouble? I will naturally protect the cult with my life!"
The moment Yin Tianzheng fell, the Ming Cult had no power to resist!
But at this moment, not only were the disciples not afraid, but their faces were filled with resolve.
"Burn my withered body, roaring sacred flame, why rejoice in life, why sorrow in death, for good, for evil, only for the sake of light. Joy and sorrow, all turn to dust. Pity my people, their suffering is too great!"
The moment the Ming Cult disciples shouted in unison, while it was touching, many viewers felt it was somewhat out of character.
"A large-scale brainwashing session!"
"The Ming Cult's corporate culture is still impressive!"
"I have to say, the Ming Cult is much better in my opinion than these so-called righteous sects!"
Just then, the camera finally focused on the protagonist, Zhang Wuji.
He and Xiao Zhao were on their way to Guangming Peak.
Amidst the shouts of the Ming Cult disciples, the six major sects prepared to launch their final assault!
Zhang Wuji appeared at the critical moment, standing in front of the Ming Cult disciples!
"Damn, let him show off!"
"It's getting exciting!"
"I love watching these grand displays of swagger!"
The audience's hearts also stirred with excitement!
After all, Zhang Wuji had been suffering since his parents appeared.
First, he stayed on the island for ten years. After finally leaving the island, his parents died, and he was severely injured. Once his injuries healed and he grew up, he thought he had met his first love, only to be taught a lesson by a woman.
After being greatly deceived, he fell off a cliff.
Zhang Wuji's experiences were even more tragic than those of Guo Jing and Yang Guo. This is why, even though he had such immense cheat-like abilities, the audience, while finding it somewhat abrupt, could still accept it.
He suffered for so many years, what's wrong with having a cheat?
"Elder Yin, please let this junior take a few moves for you first!"
He didn't reveal his identity immediately but used the persona of Zeng A'niu to help the Ming Cult, demonstrating the essence of "playing the pig to eat the tiger" to the fullest!
This is also why "playing the pig to eat the tiger" is an indispensable trope in online novels. The stories written this way, at the moment of identity reveal, are enough to make everyone's scalp tingle with satisfaction.
"Kill these hypocritical righteous sects!"
"Zhang Wuji is already invincible, right? When he only had internal energy, he could spar with top masters like Miejue. Now that he's learned the 'Qian Kun Da Nuo Yi', he should be able to deal with masters like Miejue without breaking a sweat!"
"That's right, why not kill Miejue and then snatch Zhou Zhiruo?"
"Since the major sects are all here, I think it's time for revenge!"
The audience had been holding back for so long, waiting for Zhang Wuji to avenge his parents.
Now that he possessed the defensive power of "Nine Yang Divine Skill" and the offensive power of "Qian Kun Da Nuo Yi," dealing with these sects was like cutting melons and vegetables!
And indeed, that was the case.
Zhang Wuji successively defeated the Kongtong, Huashan, and Kunlun sects, and when fighting the Shaolin sect, he even used their own martial arts.
However.
What surprised everyone was that during the match with the Emei sect.
Miejue was defeated by Zhang Wuji, but she forced Zhou Zhiruo to kill Zhang Wuji!
"Zhiruo, if you still consider yourself an Emei disciple and recognize me as your master, then kill him with your sword!"
The sect's coercion.
Threw Zhou Zhiruo into a dilemma.
Not only did those in the drama not expect it, but even the viewers watching the drama were caught off guard.
Zhou Zhiruo, holding the Yitian Sword, stabbed directly into Zhang Wuji's chest!
"Damn it! She actually stabbed him!"
"This is not good for relationships. A man stabbing a woman can heat up their feelings, but a woman stabbing a man means no more feelings!"
"Is Zhou Zhiruo stupid? Why care about a mere Emei sect?"
"This sword repays the kindness of a meal from years ago!"
"Alright, with this sword, Zhou Zhiruo has become the female second lead!"
"One thought he would dodge, the other thought she wouldn't stab!"
"Where is the female lead? I thought Zhou Zhiruo was the female lead before, but now it seems she isn't. The drama is halfway through, and the female lead hasn't even appeared. Is there something wrong with this?"
Zhou Zhiruo's popularity plummeted after this stab.
After the Emei sect, only the Wudang sect remained.
Seeing that everyone was injured, Song Qingshu tried to claim the kill. To his surprise, he was instantly defeated by Zhang Wuji with a single move.
However, Zhang Wuji was at the end of his strength.
Facing Yin Liting, who was still wielding his sword and unwilling to stop, he finally revealed his identity!
"Just kill me, Uncle Yin Liu!"
The moment his identity was revealed.
The tense martial arts scene instantly transformed into a large-scale family reunion!
"Wuji!"
"It's really Wuji!"
"Wuji, you're still alive!"
The people from the six major sects were dumbfounded.
Everyone from Wudang rushed forward, and Yin Tianzheng also rushed forward.
At this moment, Zhang Wuji's identity was revealed!
What no one expected was that the young Zeng A'niu, who had single-handedly defeated the six major sects, was actually Zhang Wuji, the child of the Wudang sect's Zhang Wu Xia from years ago!
Amidst the exclamations of the crowd, Zhang Wuji could no longer hold on and fainted.
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