A group of over a hundred people, all dressed in dark robes, exuded a formidable aura.

Leading them was an elder with long hair draped over his shoulders, his figure thin and slightly hunched, yet his presence was imposing and terrifying, emanating a sense of oppressive power.

Behind him, someone held a flag fluttering in the wind, embroidered with three golden characters.

Linglang Sect!

Such a grand display from a sect naturally attracted the attention of the people of Yunshui City, and a crowd of onlookers followed from a distance.

Hearing the commotion, Xiao Yan and Zhuge Feng, who were cultivating in the back mountain, came over. When they saw the flag, their expressions turned serious.

"Linglang Sect, one of the vassal forces of the Soaring Heavens Sect!"

Xiao Lingxi, Zhuge Feng, and Xiao Yan all had a change in their expressions, clearly having heard of this sect.

Only the newly arrived Ye Qingyao looked confused.

"Is this Linglang Sect really that powerful?" Su Bai asked with a smile.

"From what I know, the Soaring Heavens Sect, in order to expand its influence, has taken in several vassals, and Linglang Sect is one of them."

"The Linglang Sect is a formidable force, already part of the Immortal Alliance, and holds a high status throughout Great Zhao, not inferior to my own family."

"It's said that the ancestor of the Linglang Sect has entered the ranks of Golden Elixir Daoist Masters, though it's uncertain if that's true."

Xiao Lingxi explained slowly.

"The Linglang Sect is actually this powerful..." Xiao Yan and Zhuge Feng were shocked.

"My Xiao family is a prominent family in Yunshui City, with several Qi Refining cultivators, but compared to the Linglang Sect, we're like ants!" Xiao Yan gasped.

If the Linglang Sect is this powerful, how strong must the Soaring Heavens Sect be?

"Master... what should we do?" Zhuge Feng asked gravely.

"No worries," Su Bai replied nonchalantly.

His expression remained unchanged, his gaze overlooking the mountain below, the breeze lifting his robe and belt, creating an elegant arc.

At this moment, he resembled a transcendent immortal, gazing down upon the world.

The group swaggered into the territory of the Heavenly Dao Sect, making their way up the mountain step by step.

Moments later, the elder at the forefront halted.

The elder slightly raised his gaze, seeing Xiao Lingxi beside Su Bai, a hint of shadow in his eyes.

"Miss Lingxi, we've been searching for you with great difficulty!"

The elder spoke, his voice like a great bell, exuding an aura of authority that involuntarily instilled fear in the hearts of those who heard it.

Foundation Establishment!

The aura of a Foundation Establishment cultivator was so vast that even standing there simply gave the impression of a mountain pressing down.

Such a super strong presence, even a mere wisp of pressure, was not something Qi Refining cultivators could withstand.

This small mountain of the Heavenly Dao Sect could likely be flattened with a single move!

"Miss Lingxi, please accompany me to the Soaring Heavens Sect!"

The elder continued.

His words were filled with a commanding tone, causing Xiao Lingxi to frown, her beautiful face showing displeasure.

"What if I refuse?"

Su Bai stepped forward, standing in front of the disciples, and with his stance, the elder's aura dissipated instantly.

The elder's pupils contracted, his gaze fixed on Su Bai: "Who are you? Do you intend to meddle in the affairs of my Linglang Sect?"

Su Bai's lips curled into a slight smile, and he said calmly, "I am Su Bai, the sect master of the Heavenly Dao Sect. Have you obtained my permission to take my disciple?"

"Heavenly Dao Sect? Su Bai?" The elder searched his memory for a long time, confirming he had never heard of such a name.

Then, his gaze shifted to the few buildings behind them, and he snorted lightly.

He had thought it was a powerful sect, but it turned out to be just a second-rate sect.

Thinking this, the elder's eyes narrowed, a cold glint flashing, "Yesterday, the bodies of several of my Linglang Sect disciples were found outside Yunshui City. Do you know anything about this?"

"Yes, I killed them," Su Bai admitted bluntly.

Upon hearing this, the crowd was in an uproar.

These were disciples of the Linglang Sect, and he killed them just like that?

The people of the Linglang Sect were instantly enraged, brandishing their magical weapons, ready to attack Su Bai and his group.

The elder's face also showed a hint of anger, and he shouted, "How dare you! Killing members of my Linglang Sect, aren't you afraid of inciting our wrath?"

"Hahaha..."

Su Bai laughed heartily, his laughter bold, "The Linglang Sect is nothing! If you provoke my Heavenly Dao Sect, killing a few disciples is nothing, even destroying it, so what!"

At these words, everyone was stunned.

Destroy the Linglang Sect, spoken so lightly!

Such arrogance, who does he think he is?

At the foot of the mountain, the crowd of onlookers heard Su Bai's words, their expressions incredibly varied.

Who hasn't heard of the Linglang Sect's name?

The name of the Heavenly Dao Sect... how many have heard of it?

"Heavenly Dao Sect... I remember now, it's that ragtag sect that fought with the Soaring Heavens Sect's disciples yesterday?"

"Impressive, first slapping the Soaring Heavens Sect in the face, now provoking the Linglang Sect. Regardless of strength, just this courage is enough to make a name."

"But that's the Foundation Establishment elder of the Linglang Sect, a great Foundation Establishment cultivator. The Heavenly Dao Sect probably won't survive today."

The onlookers discussed fervently.

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"Courting death!"

The people of the Linglang Sect were furious, eager to tear this arrogant fellow to pieces.

"Disciples, unleash your aura, declare to the world that my Linglang Sect is not to be trifled with!"

The elder waved his sleeve, commanding in a deep voice.

Boom...

In an instant, a series of overwhelming auras surged forth.

One great Foundation Establishment cultivator!

Two at the Qi Refining 9th Level!

Three at the Qi Refining 8th Level!

Five at the Qi Refining 7th Stage!

Over thirty at the mid-stage Qi Refining 4th Level and above!

The rest were all Qi Refining cultivators.

Over a hundred Qi Refining cultivators' auras pierced the clouds, disturbing the wind and rain.

Above the sky, thunder roared and lightning flashed, as if the end of the world had arrived.

Everyone felt a shiver run through their bodies, as if they were in an ice cellar.

"Retreat, retreat!"

The crowd at the foot of the mountain hurriedly retreated hundreds of meters.

With so many cultivators clashing, even the aftermath of being slightly close could tear ordinary people to pieces!

Yet facing so many cultivators, Su Bai remained relaxed, showing no sign of panic.

"Attack, flatten the Heavenly Dao Sect, and spare no one except Xiao Lingxi!" The Foundation Establishment elder shouted, taking the lead.

Swish! Swish! Swish...

Blades, sword lights, palm prints, and fist forces roared forth.

These attacks converged into a brilliant chain, descending from the sky.

Su Bai stood with his hands behind his back, unmoving, merely extending a finger and flicking it towards the void.

Whoosh...

In an instant, all the attacks collapsed.

Moreover, the backlash from these attacks caused the Linglang Sect members to vomit blood and stagger backward.

Then, Su Bai moved, raising a hand and pressing it towards the Linglang Sect members ahead.

"Boom!"

With just that press, an invisible pressure instantly struck the Linglang Sect members.

Crack! Crack!

The disciples of the Linglang Sect felt their bodies sink, as if bearing a towering mountain.

Immediately, their knees buckled, and with a thud, their legs knelt on the ground.

This included the Foundation Establishment elder!

Suppressing Foundation Establishment with a mere gesture!