A distortion rippled through the void, gradually solidifying into the form of an old man cloaked in black.0

Before he could fully emerge, a sudden wave surged through the poisonous mist. In an instant, a blood-red sword light sliced through the air with a whoosh its sword qi effortlessly piercing the venomous haze, dazzling and fierce.0

This venomous mist, potent enough to harm cultivators and corrode artifacts, had no effect whatsoever on this spiritual sword.0

The sword qi, as crimson as blood, exuded a terrifying killing intent that directly assaulted one's spirit, seizing and overwhelming the mind!0

Both the burly man and the scholar were petrified, driven by only one thought: escape!0

The black-robed elder, who had just arrived, turned pale and urgently shouted out, "Retreat!"0

The burly man and the scholar, having heard their big...0