CHAPTER 920: CHAPTER 692: RETURN TO DIVINE WOOD CITY

A full twelve cultivators of the Tri-Floral Realm, having made ample preparations, launched an attack whose power exceeded the peak of their current realm. Each of them had methods to unleash combat power, and their preferred modes of attack varied greatly.

This resulted in the twelve of them combining forces to create an almost certain-death ambush, one capable of opposing those even stronger than themselves.

Today, how unfortunate was Divine Blood Warrior Mu Xi from the Divine Wood City lineage, to encounter such an ambush. Even with his Mountain Lord Level strength of thirty, he felt extremely oppressed, unable to unleash his full power before his body was engulfed by countless terrifying attacks.

Moreover, not only him, but also Mu Tu, Mu Shu, and the ten warrior chiefs of the Divine Wood lineage were swept into the residual power of the Dao Skill.

At that moment, the newly risen golden sun was instantly obliterated by beams of Divine Light. A massive roar echoed between heaven and earth as the ancient land was forcibly torn apart by the formidable power.

Under the massive residual power, even the clouds in the sky were dispersed.

Dazzling brilliance scattered everywhere, rendering everything it touched into wasteland.

Under such an attack, the first to meet their tragic demise were the ten warrior chiefs. Even clad in Blue Gold Battle Armor, their bodies were shattered by the power of the Dao Skill, and subsequently reduced to dust by the residual force.

Although Mountain Lord Level Divine Blood Warriors Mu Tu and Mu Shu were not the primary targets, they were too close to Mu Xi. When the residual force swept in, they had no time to evade and could only desperately squeeze the power from their bloodlines, attempting to survive the onslaught of residual force.

Yet instinct told them it was nearly impossible.

"To die in this place, is it?" At this moment, only this thought occupied Mu Tu’s mind.

However, just then, within the endless Divine Light came a familiar bloodline power, warm as the sun, directly shielding Mu Tu and nearby Mu Shu, forcibly sending them out of the perilous zone.

"Quick, leave..." An unwilling shout from Mu Xi faintly reached them.

Clearly, he knew that he was doomed to die today. No matter what, the opponents would not let him live. Thus, he exploded with all his power before death to protect Mu Tu and Mu Shu, hoping they might have a chance to survive.

Protected by this power,

the two figures transformed into golden light and flew backward at astonishing speed. Although both were affected by the residual power of the Dao Skill, the golden power shielded them from most of it. Plus, both were Mountain Lord Level Divine Blood Warriors, clad in Red Gold Armor.

In such a situation, the two actually broke free from the range of the battle’s impact and survived.

Yet even so, their robust bodies were still scarred all over, bleeding profusely.

"Mu Xi." Realizing the situation, Mu Tu roared in anguish.

However, his calls received no answer.

Li Yi and the twelve Tri-Floral Realm experts were merciless, as strong as Divine Blood Warrior Mu Xi was, he could only die unwillingly in this ambush.

When the residual power of the Dao Skill dissipated,

there was nothing but broken earth, nothing remaining except a shattered Red Gold Battle Armor and a Red Gold Great Saber, with Mu Xi’s bones blasted to powder.

"Very well, the most troublesome opponent is dead," Li Yi nodded satisfactorily at this scene.

In a life-or-death battle, he showed no mercy.

"With our combined efforts, the opponent has no chance of survival. Still, I didn’t expect this Divine Blood Warrior to forgo his life at the last moment to send the other two away, protecting their lives," Shenxu Taoist stated, standing in midair, overlooking the surroundings, naturally understanding what happened in that crucial moment.

"A foolish act. Even the strongest among them is dead, how could those two have any chance of survival?" Yuan Yang Taoist replied calmly, "Moreover, those two are severely injured and now pose no real threat."

"Everything went smoothly, we have won this battle," other cultivators stroked their beards and smiled.

This is how to deal with enemies, everyone joins forces, unleashes a full-force attack, brings the enemy to despair, giving no chance of survival.

"Those two Divine Blood Warriors may be useful. Capture them and exchange them for Divine Tree Leaves at Divine Wood City. Everyone, follow me," Li Yi said, then moved swiftly, riding the clouds, heading straight for the surviving Mu Tu and Mu Shu.

Other cultivators, seeing the situation resolved, followed closely behind.

"Da Yi." Covered in blood, his body completely scarred, Mu Tu saw Li Yi appear and roared furiously, his eyes red with anger. "You despicable person, daring to ambush us."

"Despicable?"

Li Yi arrived on a cloud, "Compared to you, this counts as a fair ambush. After all, your warriors from the Divine Wood Lineage decided to attack my Red Gold Mountain. I’m simply retaliating. Mu Tu, were it not for the value of your life, you’d already be dead."

But before he could finish his words,

another furious roar suddenly sounded, as another Divine Blood Warrior, Mu Shu, engulfed in golden radiance, wielding a Great Sword forged from Red Gold, struck Li Yi with all his might.

"Taiyi, be careful," immediately a cultivator shouted in urgent warning.

"No matter."

But Li Yi remained unfazed. He could see that this warrior was not strong, merely a regular Divine Blood Warrior, not even a direct descendant, and did not possess Divine Arts.

With a sway of his body, he dodged the attack, then delivered a punch imbued with Dragon and Tiger Power.

Instantly,

a rumbling sound thundered across the sky.

With just one strike, Divine Blood Warrior Mu Shu, who had unleashed his full strength, spewed blood, flying backward like a meteor, crashing into the ground heavily, embedding deep into the earth, and immediately losing consciousness.

Li Yi slowly withdrew his fist; he was still counting on the two Divine Blood Warriors to exchange for the Divine Tree Leaf, so he didn’t want to take this person’s life for the time being.

"Didn’t you want to challenge me, the Mountain Lord of Red Gold Mountain? Today I will fulfill your wish. After all, the hatred between us was not resolved last time."

Then he looked at Mu Tu and strode towards him.

Mu Tu was both angry and suddenly shocked.

Because in the next moment.

Even though Li Yi was still far away, he had almost instantly arrived right in front of him.

A punch carrying the Dragon and Tiger Power, wrapped in silver lightning, struck towards him.

"Damn Da Yi."

Mu Tu roared again, unleashing an astonishing power in an instant while swinging a punch in response. His injured body flashed with dazzling golden light once more, gathering countless golden lights, making his fist bright and dazzling.

But the current Li Yi was not what he used to be.

The two punches collided.

The dragon’s roar and tiger’s cry, carrying silver lightning, instantly engulfed the golden fist light.

Mu Tu was both shocked and terrified, his eyes filled with disbelief. Why was this Da Yi’s power so strong? It wasn’t like this when they fought before.

Could it be that he has become stronger recently?

How is this possible?

Mu Tu couldn’t believe such a ridiculous thing could happen, but reality forced him to admit that his strength was no longer enough to challenge this Da Yi.

Puff!

Another mouthful of blood spurted out, his entire arm was completely broken, and the terrifying Divine Power gushed through his body, plunging him, who was already heavily injured, into a near-death state instantly.

"Take these two people with us, we’re making a trip to Divine Wood City. It’s time to talk business with the people of the Divine Wood Lineage," Li Yi said.

Immediately, two cultivators flew over, each taking a near-death Divine Blood Warrior, ensuring they don’t die but also keeping them unconscious to avoid trouble.

"Are we going to Divine Wood City now? Taiyi, isn’t this a bit rash? Shouldn’t we wait a little longer?" The Divine Lady Yun Feizi flew over at this moment, asking.

Li Yi said, "Wasting time is of no benefit to us. We need to obtain the Divine Tree Leaf as soon as possible, then refine a Red Gold Dao Artifact to increase our strength. I am confident, so just trust me and follow."

He did not ask for other people’s opinions but directly acted decisively.

The Divine Lady Yun Feizi did not persuade any further, choosing to follow the arrangement.

Other cultivation experts also chose to trust Li Yi’s judgment.

Everyone quickly blurred the traces around them, then set off again for Divine Wood City. After all, Li Yi was right about one thing: only by obtaining the Divine Tree Leaf can they refine Red Gold and forge a Red Gold Dao Artifact to enhance their strength.

The sooner they act, the more beneficial it is for everyone.

Even if it involves some risk, it’s worth it.

Not long after.

Everyone flew swiftly all the way and soon saw a towering ancient city appearing before them. The city housed many ancient trees, among which one tree was incredibly huge, radiating a brilliant golden light, resembling the legendary Fusang Divine Tree that holds the sun, even its leaves were golden yellow.

Sensing the strong spiritual energy fluctuations emanating from the Divine Arts, all the accompanying cultivators widened their eyes, feeling shocked and incredible.

"Is this the Divine Tree? It’s inconceivable that such a rare treasure exists in the world, truly inconceivable."

"Even from such a distance, you can feel the spiritual energy fluctuations from the Divine Tree. This tree takes root here, making the area within hundreds of miles a Cave Heaven Blessed Land; cultivating here is simply progressing at lightning speed."

"Only such an ancient world could leave behind such a Divine Tree, unparalleled in the cultivation world."

Amidst the brief shock, many cultivators revealed a few traces of fervor.

If they could seize this city and take over the Divine Tree, they would truly have infinite fortune in the future.

But as soon as this thought arose, it was quickly suppressed.

Such a towering giant city must have many experts; even with the strength of over a dozen cultivators restored to their peak, it would be difficult to seize Divine Wood City.

"Enter the city."

Li Yi, leading the crowd, flew towards Divine Wood City; however, upon entering the city, they unavoidably had to pay the entry fee.

And after entering Divine Wood City, he headed directly for the Xiu Xiang Family of Merchant Lord.

He needed the help of Merchant Lord Xiu Xiang.

After all, in negotiations with the Divine Wood Lineage, he couldn’t show his face, he needed an intermediary. Li Yi didn’t want to fully declare war with the Divine Wood Lineage just yet; he needed to accumulate strength.