Chapter 1127: Chapter 683_2
The Invincible Sect Master was interrogated, but he simply sneered coldly. They were partners in cooperation, but surely not foolish enough to let themselves be struck by these thunderbolts. What kind of ability could mere humans have to withstand such power?
If these Heavenly Thunderbolts struck, the weak would die instantly. Demons would perish batch after batch, yet some would still rush forward. These Sect disciples were not comparable to mere demons.
Those demons bred like ants. Although it was difficult for them to ascend to such levels of cultivation, their numbers were immense!
Humans, especially cultivators, were not the same. Birth rates were paltry and reproduction was incredibly challenging!
Why would they foolishly risk their lives in such a gamble?
Though they were pirates, they still prioritized defense in moments of life-threatening peril. After all, they were human cultivators, not reckless demons who charged blindly into danger. Using their brains to avoid threats—why would anyone choose danger over strategy?
If they didn’t use formations to deflect these immense thunderbolts, they’d surely end up scorched into scattered ashes!
The Demon King planned to annihilate them this time and rise to power. But things wouldn’t be so simple!
That said, there was no denying—previously, a single young man managed to withstand considerable power, unleashing a demon-devised spell capable of taking out countless demons. It even destabilized their formations. And now, another powerful figure had emerged—seemingly just as strong!
These two demons were both suitable candidates for the human cultivator’s magical contract. So, just how fierce was that human?
At this point, the Invincible Sect Master felt a pang of regret. But, alas, there was no medicine for remorse—he could only choose to fight!
Before risking everything, they deduced that using layered power to attack would only trigger retaliatory mechanisms in the opponent’s formation. The stronger their strike, the stronger the backlash!
The previous attack had already nearly shattered their formation!
Fortunately, the earlier attempt was just a test, and they now understood the results. Layered attacks wouldn’t work—they’d need alternative methods, relying instead on a variety of magic artifacts and spells for combat!
The cultivators used their diverse cultivation techniques based on Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth principles, complementing and counteracting each other. Then came the concealed spells, although their abilities paled compared to Eryao and the Green Ox, whose techniques were far superior!
Ganging up to win through sheer numbers—that strategy was hopeless!
As the Flying Demons in the sky perished and plummeted into the ocean, the sea demons below scavenged and feasted before summoning their strength to attack the humans above, along with their lone ship!
Eryao and the Green Ox noticed that whether from the Invincible Sect or the sea demons below, their dual-sided assault triggered various spell effects glowing in different hues. Regardless of whether they were sea demons, flying ones, or human cultivators, their greatest fear remained thunder and lightning!
Though icy snow was frigid, the giant ice lumps spewed from Ice Dumpy could strike the sea’s surface—or crash down onto humans and flying birds—likely leading to intense pain or dizziness, but not death.
As creatures of cultivation, even demons possessed abilities to channel spiritual energy and ward off the cold!
The Green Ox’s retaliatory formation given by its owner protected it from any damage inflicted by enemies!
Eryao used Thunder and Ice spells with ease, manipulating each as if playing a game!
The Green Ox, on the other hand, relied only on the Fireball Technique it had learned. Some demons possessed inherent skills, but the Green Ox had no such predisposition.
Ultimately, it was Jiang Tang who provided cultivation techniques and demon spells refined from the Primordial Treasure Lingtian Space to aid the Green Ox!
Though these techniques might not rival the inheritance of Eryao, Divine Beasts, or the Divine Dragon, they were nonetheless Immortal Laws. When cultivated to advanced levels, they became quite formidable!
The Green Ox, trained in the spells of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, could cast various techniques as long as it was willing!
Perhaps it was due to its magical contract with Jiang Tang, whose Five Elements Spirit Root allowed for the mastery of diverse spells.
Additionally, as a demon familiar with Five Elements cultivation methods, the Green Ox now employed the Fireball Technique!
Ever since learning these Five Elements spells, it had yet to venture out and undergo practical trials!
The Green Ox decided it was time to test the potency of its Five Elements techniques, utilizing ordinary demons, flying demons, and sea demons for experimentation.
As for the demon cultivators, the plan was to trap them first and subdue them gradually!
The fireballs spewed forth by the Green Ox appeared deceptively unremarkable. Even their fiery hues resembled the golden gleam of lightning. Yet wherever the fireballs landed, flying birds and sea demons were electrocuted and killed!
The Demon King and human cultivators quickly discerned the difference. Their opponent wasn’t just wielding Thunder and Ice spells—its Fireball Technique also contained electrical properties!
Every single spell was their mortal nemesis. Confronted with this spectacle, fear crept over them!
The Demon King watched batches of subordinates perish one after another. Although he had many underlings, losing some wouldn’t devastate him. Still, his heart ached!
It had cost vast resources to train a reliable group of henchmen!
At this moment, the Demon King resented the Invincible Sect Master for failing to assess their opponent’s strength before rashly sending the message. In this partnership, the demons stood to suffer the greatest losses.
“What the hell are you doing? My subordinates are dying in droves! Did you eat shit for brains? Are you just going to keep holding back those powerful spells and magical treasures you’re hiding? If you don’t attack, are you planning to let all of us die and bury us with you?”
The Invincible Sect Master listened to the Demon King’s curses with growing frustration. His own forces had already exhausted their abilities. As for the hidden magical treasures—those last-resort lifesaving tools—he wouldn’t use them unless absolutely necessary!
The Invincible Sect Master didn’t bother to retort. He wasn’t a fool; why would he recklessly throw his life away?
Despite the current life-or-death standoff, it wasn’t yet the critical moment!
They hadn’t even encountered the opponent’s strongest warrior—why reveal their most formidable magic artifacts already?
If the Demon King’s underlings were idiots, they could continue acting like fools!
“Not bad!” Eryao remarked, seeing the Green Ox fight using spells for the first time. Previously, it was Eryao who charged ahead, but now, the Green Ox was proving to have some use!
Eryao thought optimistically—perhaps after this victory, she’d treat the Green Ox better. At the very least, future charges could be delegated to it. Would she finally be able to retire?
Contented with the thought, Eryao imagined how she could live in comfort once the Green Ox grew strong enough!
The compliment brightened the Green Ox’s mood, causing it to chuckle foolishly. “I’m still far inferior to you. Eryao, you’re much stronger than I am. I’m merely learning from you. If it weren’t for watching your energetic battles, my limited abilities wouldn’t have surfaced like this. I’m making a laughingstock of myself!”
“Haha! Compliment you a bit, and now you want to distance yourself? Trying to slack off, are you? That’s impossible. The past is the past, but the future battles—those will be all on you!”
Amid the fight, Eryao bantered with the Green Ox, which Jiang Tang heard clearly from inside the flying treasure!
Using Divine Sense, Jiang Tang didn’t need his eyes to survey the external situation or catch distant whispers of secrets.
Eryao seemed intent on shifting future battlefield responsibilities to the Green Ox—a subtle ploy to shirk duties!
While such tactics were impractical, they risked falling behind. Although Eryao was already formidable, she was still a fraction away from the prowess of a true Dragon. If she stagnated, defeating an actual Divine Dragon would be out of reach!
In the Cultivation World, Eryao alone couldn’t handle a genuine Dragon King!
Without the help of magic treasures and external forces, Eryao wouldn’t even accomplish basic tasks!
Still, Eryao had one point right—letting the Green Ox face these large-scale battles was indeed the right move!
With Jiang Tang ensuring safety and using his abilities to assist, the Green Ox could identify weaknesses and steadily advance by applying its newly learned spells. Combat was instrumental in sharpening a cultivator, reinforcing their physical strength and resilience!
Though the Green Ox still lacked battle-hardened experience against opponents, its usage of the Fireball Technique now outstripped the firepower of numerous human cultivators.
One single spell contained concealed power, allowing diversified applications of strength!
Its might would continue to grow stronger!
Jiang Tang nodded subtly, then smugly thought to himself—how could his pets ever be weak?
Truly worthy of being his companions, each even surpassing the last!