The Scarlet Flame Venerable exhausted the last remaining spiritual power in his body, rashly activating his natal holy fire. Red flames blazed around him, firelight soaring into the sky, the temperature was so high that even the surrounding air distorted and fluctuated violently, and the void itself became slightly hot.
He forcefully brought out the potential of his Golden Immortal Dao Foundation, ignoring the reduction in his lifespan and the worsening of his injuries, all for the sake of increasing his speed a little and breaking away from the pursuers behind him.
However, those old wounds had already taken root in his body and were causing a dull pain. Last night, he was seriously injured by the aura of the Great Luo Golden Scripture, which destroyed his soul and meridians. He had been on the run all night and had no time to rest and recuperate.
Under the intense and continuous high-speed flight, the excruciating pain as if his meridians were being torn kept coming. His blood and qi surged wildly in his chest, and he couldn’t hold it back. A drop of golden blood slowly dripped from the corner of his mouth, staining his chin and clothes red.
His breathing was rapidly weakening, his movements were becoming increasingly slower, and his stamina was completely depleted.
“Red Flame, stop your futile struggle, you cannot escape.”
Elder Zhao’s voice grew closer, his oppressive aura getting heavier, like a leech latching onto an ear, “Palace Master has ordered that as long as you obediently hand over the Soul Suppressing Pearl, your past offenses will be forgiven, and your life will be spared.”
Those who maintained their Golden Immortal Dao foundation could still hold positions in the Heavenly Palace and enjoy offerings. Those who stubbornly resisted would only face death and destruction of their Dao and soul.
Crimson Flame Venerable gritted his teeth, his eyes filled with viciousness and hatred. He didn’t say a word, just focused on fleeing at full speed, his heart already cold.
He knew better than anyone that a level two Gold Immortal was far superior to a level one Gold Immortal; the difference in their levels was like an insurmountable chasm.
Moreover, he was seriously injured, his spiritual energy was drained, and his stamina was depleted. He was also being chased by two Gold Immortals. With no way out and pursuers behind him, he was in a desperate situation and had no hope of escape.
There is no way to avoid it.
After fully understanding the reality, Venerable Crimson Flame lost his panic and his mind instantly calmed down.
Rather than fleeing in vain, wasting spiritual power, and ultimately being killed without the ability to fight back, it was better to turn around on the spot, plan calmly, and fight to the death, perhaps still succeeding in creating a glimmer of hope.
With a sudden low shout, Venerable Crimson Flame stopped all his escaping light, suddenly halting his movements in the air. He stepped into the void, turned around steadily, and faced two streaks of dazzling golden light approaching from behind. His expression was cold and fierce, and his fighting spirit skyrocketed.
A moment later, Elder Zhao and Elder Sun landed simultaneously, one in front of the other, their positions completely blocking all escape routes and leaving no way out.
Elder Zhao, dressed in golden armor, exuded an imposing aura, his oppressive might pouring in.
Elder Sun, who was standing at the back, exuded a terrifying aura, his spiritual energy gathering and ready to attack from both sides at any time.
The two worked in perfect harmony, forming a trap that trapped and finished off Crimson Flame Venerable on the spot.
“Red Flame, the wise man submits to circumstances. Hand over the Soul Suppressing Pearl obediently to avoid physical pain.”
Elder Zhao’s face was cold and expressionless. With a wave of his hand, a long sword made entirely of pure gold and sharp-edged shot out from the air and was held tightly in his palm.
The sword was coated with a layer of golden killing runes, and a sharp light shot into the sky, splitting the surrounding air currents. A cold aura enveloped him, and his killing intent was terrifying.
Venerable Red Flame sneered coldly, without showing any fear in his eyes. He calmly raised his hand and took out a dark and gloomy Soul Suppressing Pearl from his sleeve, holding it steadily in his palm.
Then he deliberately held it up high, gesturing for others to see clearly, “You have longed for this, so if you are capable, come and get it yourself.”
Elder Zhao’s pupils narrowed slightly, his gaze fell on the Soul Suppressing Pearl, and fierce and undisguised greed radiated from his eyes.
With such a treasure right before their eyes, within easy reach, it was difficult for anyone to remain calm.
However, he forcefully suppressed that uncontrollable greed, did not move an inch, and always kept a safe distance, not daring to go forward and touch her.
What he feared was not Crimson Flame Venerable, who was seriously injured and whose combat strength had greatly decreased, but rather the Soul-Suppressing Pearl.
The Heavenly Venerate had given everyone a stern warning: the Soul Suppressing Pearl contained a treasure with terrifying counterattack power; even a shred of his aura could injure a third-rank upper-stage Gold Immortal. His cultivation was only second-rank Golden Immortal, and his divine soul essence was far inferior to that of the Palace Master.
If you rashly approach and touch it, the impact will explode, and your soul will be destroyed instantly, causing you to perish on the spot. That is a disservice; greed will only lead you to death.
“You don’t dare to step forward?”
Seeing the other party’s hesitation, Crimson Flame Venerable’s grin grew even more intense, his tone deliberately mocking, “Since you don’t dare, then I will help you and give you a chance.”
Before he finished speaking, Venerable Crimson Flame suddenly exerted strength in his arm, flicked his wrist, and powerfully threw the Soul Suppressing Pearl in his palm into the distance towards the depths of the barren desert.
The pitch-black ball streaked across the sky, leaving behind a short dark trail as it flew quickly towards the desolate wilderness, then disappeared from sight in an instant.
FAQ Novel
Q: What critical decision do the characters make under pressure?
A: They decide to split up to break the encirclement and create an escape route for at least one of them.
Q: Who are the primary antagonists in this chapter?
A: Elder Zhao and his group of powerful Golden Immortals are actively pursuing the main characters.
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