20demayo Chapter 58 Broken Mirror
Chapter 58 Broken Mirror
Left with no other choice, Ling Yunxiao could only agree to sign a written agreement. Under the numerous unequal treaties planned by Wang Mian and Si Xiaonan, he signed his name and tearfully bid farewell to his military career.
Finally, Han Shaoyun had a moment to examine the azure essence blood in his hand. Without much hesitation, he swallowed the two drops. The next second, a sudden blizzard arose, and Han Shaoyun's hair turned from jet black to a dull gray, with a faint blue glow emanating from it. His eyes also became much clearer.
Immediately, his aura surged, and he appeared considerably stronger.
"If I had more, perhaps I could reach the Klein realm, and my control over the Forbidden Ruins would also have subtly changed. It seems to be more than just controlling the wind and snow."
After landing, Han Shaoyun looked at Ling Yunxiao somewhat embarrassed.
"Great! This giant bird seems quite intelligent; there might be some of its kind nearby. Let's rest today, and starting tomorrow, we'll explore the area and hunt down a few more."
Wang smiled faintly. If Han Shaoyun could advance to the Klein realm, their journey would naturally be more assured.
Ling Yunxiao blinked. He had acted impulsively, throwing away the essence blood. But in reality, the essence blood of a Klein-level cultivator could also help improve his bloodline.
Before Ling Yunxiao could speak, Han Shaoyun excitedly grasped his wrist, his clear eyes filled with surprise and anticipation. Ling Yunxiao swallowed back the words he was about to say. He could only nod with a smile and agree to his request.
Nothing happened that night. The next morning, the group was awakened by the cries of birds and beasts.
Han Shaoyun was the first to rush out, and when he saw several giant birds like those from yesterday circling in the sky, he immediately burst out laughing.
“I thought about it all night and I think I know what it is. If I remember correctly, this thing is probably the Gu Diao recorded in our ancient books. It has a human head and a bird's body, with hands and feet and golden wings on its back. It feeds on dragons.”
After Wu Tongxuan finished speaking, Ling Yunxiao frowned and shook his head. How could there possibly be mythical beasts from the Classic of Mountains and Seas here? Soon, he thought of another possibility.
"It feeds on dragons, has a human head and a bird's body... and we're on our way to the ancient temple. Besides, the Gu Diao isn't this weak. So, this thing must be from the Garuda lineage!"
“(⊙o⊙)”
"That should be right, that makes sense."
While the group was chatting, the giant birds of the Garuda lineage in the sky had already seen them clearly. They realized that their companion had been killed, and their cries grew louder.
Are they calling to their companions? Are they outnumbered and outmatched?
As Ling Yunxiao spoke, the Judge's Pen and the Book of Life and Death appeared in his hand with a flick of his wrist, but before he could write anything, Si Xiaonan had already taken out a document and stuck it on Ling Yunxiao's face. Wang Mian and Leng Xuan had simultaneously activated their Divine Ruins.
"Brother Ling, attach your fire to the captain's black knife, then see if the captain kills that thing. You'll get a reward."
Si Xiaonan spoke cheerfully, and a powerful and strange energy slowly emanated from her body. The divine might of the God of Deception instantly fell upon several Garudas.
Ling Yunxiao listlessly wrote the "Kill" incantation. After finishing, he controlled his mental power and attached the hellfire blades to everyone's weapons, including two fire blades in front of Si Xiaonan.
After doing all this, Ling Yunxiao took a step back and looked at everyone, ready to use the Healing Technique at any moment.
Wang Mian was the first to rush out. With the combined pressure of Si Xiaonan, the control of Han Shaoyun, and the intimidation of Leng Xuan, he effortlessly cut off the wing of a Garuda. As the Garuda landed, Wang Mian was instantly hit by several Garudas.
Wang's expression changed, and it seemed as if blood was about to spill from his mouth. The next second, a warm, soft yellow light enveloped him, and the injuries he had just sustained were instantly healed, and his mental strength even increased significantly.
The king fell at an incredible speed, his halberd, wreathed in flames, plunging into the heart of the Garuda. Hellfire erupted instantly, engulfing the giant bird.
The Garuda was quickly burned to ashes by the flames, leaving behind two drops of blue blood essence, which Han Shaoyun swiftly grasped in his hand.
"I have a reward, the same as the one I killed before, 10,000 points."
Meeting the king's questioning gaze, Ling Yunxiao smiled and nodded, answering his silent question.
Then, Ling Yunxiao once again imbued Wang Mian's Yi Yuan with flames, and Wang Mian rushed out without any hesitation.
Meanwhile, before Han Shaoyun even noticed him, Wu Xuantong had already successfully recruited a Garuda as a follower.
"Go! Summon all your companions in this area!"
"..."
"What? You even have Garuda King? That's wonderful!"
"..."
"Yes, yes, yes, trick it into coming too. You can figure out a way yourself. Food or wealth can be its motivation."
Wu Xuantong chuckled as he bewitched the Garuda, a believer. It nodded as if it understood, then spread its wings and left.
"Brothers, we've got our means of transportation sorted. Let's finish this quickly!"
As Wu Tongxuan spoke, he also unleashed his Nightmare Domain. The Garudas, already suppressed by the power of the God of Deception, became even more bewildered. Wang Mian fearlessly soared into the air, ignoring the attacks from all around him, his Yi Yuan sword relentlessly slashing down one Garuda after another without pause.
Of course, Ling Yunxiao, who was standing on the ground, was not idle either. He was constantly making the Healing Technique with his hands. As soon as he found that Wang Mian was injured in the slightest, he would throw the Healing Technique at him without hesitation.
Before the Garudas could escape, they were slaughtered by the King's Face. Their corpses were burned clean by hellfire, turning into drops of azure blood that fell into Han Shaoyun's hands.
As the last Garuda was defeated, Han Shaoyun swallowed all the essence blood in his hand in one gulp. Wang Mian also sat down. With everyone supporting him, allowing him to fight at full strength and remain at maximum power, he felt as if his mental strength was about to break through the barrier.
"Huh? They're both breaking through to higher realms? Then when Garuda King arrives, I'll have to handle them!"
Wu Tongxuan glanced at the two men, then walked happily to the group and shielded them behind him.
Si Xiaonan gently stroked the two of them with the veil of no return, completely concealing their presence. She then looked up at Wu Tongxuan and smiled slightly at him.
“Brother Wu, you just mentioned a means of transportation, which must be the Garuda King. In a little while, Leng Xuan will assist you, and the two of you can focus on dealing with the Garuda King.”
As for the remaining small fry, it's better to leave them to me.
As Si Xiaonan spoke, she drew her Star Blade, tilted her head, and raised an eyebrow at Ling Yunxiao.