Blood Sacrifice To Millions Of Zombies, I Will Be A Demon Cultivator In The Apocalypse

Chapter 162: A Strong Encirclement and Annihilation

"You only need to know that I forcefully suppressed my cultivation level without breaking through. I came here for this purpose. This secrecy is related to the event several hundred years ago when the major sects in the southern region of the Xuanling Domain besieged and annihilated the Immortal Gate. Due to a fortuitous opportunity, I obtained hidden information about it and led you all the way here to trace it, which is somewhat related to the inheritance of the Immortal Gate."

The explanation from the Violet Palace cultivator at the half-step Violet Palace stage not only failed to resolve the questions in the minds of the other two, but instead piqued their interest even more.

The annihilation of the Immortal Gate seemed to involve more hidden secrets, but judging from the attitude of the highest level of the Lock Heaven Sect over the past few hundred years, the relationship involved was definitely not trivial.

Something that even the major sects in the southern region of the Xuanling Domain were willing to break their heads over must be extremely precious, an extraordinary treasure.

"Don't ask anymore. When we open the Secret Immortal Cave Mansion, we can pick and choose whatever is inside. By then, everything will become clear..." said the tall peach-eyed cultivator.

Indeed, as long as they opened the Secret Immortal Cave Mansion, the hidden things inside would naturally be exposed before their eyes.

"This is a matter of great importance, and it concerns our cultivation path. Both of you must keep quiet. It won't be long before we open this Secret Immortal Cave Mansion and immediately return to the Xuanling Domain."

Finally, the half-step Violet Palace cultivator warned, and seeing the two nod seriously, he felt relieved and stopped speaking.

For a while, the voices disappeared, and the dark cave fell into silence once again.

...

At the same time, Zheng Yi had already determined the positions of the three people, but he did not act immediately.

The cultivation level of one of them was beyond his expectations. It turned out to be a forcefully suppressed Foundation Building Stage at the peak without a breakthrough.

Such a person was the most troublesome, with almost no room for improvement in cultivation. They could actually suppress the desire to break through, forcefully locking their cultivation level with a secret technique. Either their methods were extremely advanced, or they possessed extraordinary skills.

That's why Zheng Yi was somewhat relieved. This time, the preparations were sufficient, and the forces of the Great Principle Alliance had come out in full force, aiming for a decisive blow, encircling and attacking the three people, sparing no effort, and training a Yin and Xuan Blood Refining Formation led by nine Foundation Building cultivators.

Unexpectedly, they hit the target, otherwise, with Zheng Yi's abilities alone, it would have been quite difficult to deal with all three of them at the same time.

But now, they had infiltrated and formed an encirclement. These three people were like turtles in a jar, unable to escape even if they sprouted wings.

Zheng Yi had made up his mind to eliminate the roots when cutting the grass, not allowing a single leaf to touch him.

Moreover, because the three of them were unaware of Yi Qingzi's death, they chose to hide themselves and take refuge in this remote valley, which saved Zheng Yi a lot of trouble.

At least by eliminating these three people, it would not attract the attention of other forces. When the clues were cut off, even if others were suspicious, they would not be able to investigate further.

"These three people must die!"

At this moment, Zheng Yi slowly withdrew his spiritual consciousness, his eyes bursting with killing intent. After coming back to his senses, he redeployed his plans based on the newly discovered situation.

Turning his head, he looked up at the high-hanging moon.

The darkness was deep, and the cold wind was faint. There was a slight movement in the valley.

Inside the sealed cave, the dark-skinned man who was sitting cross-legged suddenly opened his eyes, and a golden light emerged from the depths of his pupils, shooting directly into the cave.

Immediately, the tall and thin peach-eyed cultivator and the short and chubby cultivator next to him were both alarmed.

However, their cultivation levels were obviously lower, and the anomaly in the valley was extremely subtle, hidden in the deep and cold wind, so they didn't notice much.

"Who's there?"

The leader, a half-step Violet Palace cultivator, sensed something unusual and quickly activated the prohibition in the cave, rushing out directly.

Due to the haste, he didn't even have time to answer the inquiries of the two cultivators behind him. He turned around and flew up into the air.

In place, the Peach Blossom-eyed cultivator and the short and stout cultivator looked at each other, feeling a sense of unease. They rushed out, leaving behind an empty cave.

"Since you have arrived in Dayi Domain and attempted to harm my fellow disciple Yi Qingzi, as the host, it would be remiss of me not to offer some hospitality."

Just as the three cultivators from outside the domain rushed into the air, a cold voice came from the chilly wind.

Although his voice was faint, it blocked their path, causing the three cultivators from outside the domain to be startled.

From the tone of the other party, it seemed that their whereabouts had already been exposed.

"Damn you, Yi Qingzi!"

There was no doubt that the news must have been leaked by the remnants of the Immortal Gate who had escaped.

"Who is playing tricks? If you have the ability, show yourself, and we can settle things face to face. Now you're hiding like a turtle, pretending to be a hero?"

A cultivator at the Violet Palace stage stepped forward, speaking in a harsh tone. Golden light shimmered in his eyes, clearly indicating that he had cultivated some kind of extraordinary eye technique, resembling the Eyes of Fire and Gold.

"Whether we are heroes or cowards, it is not for you cultivators from outside the domain to judge in the Dayi Immortal Domain."

Zheng Yi's voice was elusive, but it clearly reached the ears of the three cultivators.

As he spoke, suddenly, within the entire valley, a surging aura and a terrifying storm rushed towards them.

"Hmm?!"

The dark-faced cultivator at the Violet Palace stage couldn't help but change his expression. In the blink of an eye, he could feel the terrifying aura formed within the valley, causing his heart to tremble.

It was obvious that the other party had long been prepared and had set up a meticulous plan to capture them all, making it difficult to deal with.

An imposing aura, no weaker than that of the Violet Palace realm, slowly rose from the cultivator's dark skin, as if an invisible hand pressed down on the surging winds, causing the world to freeze and pause.

Facing an unknown enemy, he dared not be careless. He forcibly stimulated his own potential, and suddenly, the entire valley before him underwent a sudden change. Even with his cultivation of the Red Eyes Golden Pupils, he couldn't see clearly.

He said indifferently, "In such a short time, you have actually set up a formation in the valley?!"

The cultivator at the Violet Palace stage also did not expect the crisis to come so swiftly, to the point where he didn't even have time to react. His expression changed, and his heart sank.

In fact, the reason why Zheng Yi engaged in small talk with the opponent was solely to cooperate with the nine blood cultivators of the Great Principle Alliance, as well as over a hundred Qi Refining cultivators at a high level, to complete the formation of the Taiyin Profound Blood Refining Formation.

After all, a formation that required nearly a hundred people to activate would undoubtedly be powerful. Even after several rehearsals, it was not something that could be set up in an instant.

"It seems that you have realized it a bit too late."

Zheng Yi still did not appear, but his voice came with a cold laugh, drifting like a ghost, echoing throughout the entire space, resonating with the chilling wind in the valley.

"Activate the formation!"

In an instant, nearly a hundred figures suddenly appeared on the originally silent valley, like lightning, all appearing in their designated positions.

Immediately, these elite blood cultivators of the Great Principle Alliance almost simultaneously activated their mana, and a strong blood light spread out, causing the formation to rise, directly covering the entire valley.

In an instant, it turned into billowing blood smoke, filling every inch of space. Even cultivators who practiced the Spiritual Eye Technique seemed to suddenly be cut off from their five senses, unable to see what was happening inside.

This Taiyin Profound Blood Refining Formation was a secret treasure of the Great Principle Alliance, a last resort formation. Although it originated from a fallen cultivator, his ancestors were also experts in formations and had once been prosperous. This formation's power was naturally extraordinary and not comparable to ordinary formations. Zheng Yi attached great importance to it and kept it as a last resort.

Led by the nine Foundation Building Stage blood cultivators, more than a hundred well-trained Qi Refining cultivators worked together to set up the formation. Even if a true Violet Palace cultivator came, they would dare to confront them.

For that fallen independent cultivator, this thing was used as a doorstop at home, like a piece of waste paper discarded there. But in the hands of someone like Zheng Yi, with the cooperation of many Great Principle Alliance cultivators, it could emit its true power.

"No good, break through with all your might! Don't get entangled!"

The dark-skinned Violet Palace cultivator, who was only half a step away from reaching the Violet Palace stage, had the strongest spiritual sense. In an instant, he felt a tingling sensation on his scalp and his cheeks felt like they were being pricked by needles.

At the same time, he was horrified to find that the flow of his mana within his body had stagnated.

Obviously, this sudden formation that the opponent had prepared for a long time was not simple at all. It could even suppress someone like him who was at the half-step Violet Palace stage.

And he could feel that the influence of this formation was growing stronger. The longer they were trapped here, the more obvious the suppression they would experience, and their strength would be greatly weakened.

Boom!

After all, having experienced countless battles, the three foreign cultivators almost instinctively unleashed their full power without needing to discuss it. They broke through the restraints around them almost simultaneously, opening up a small opening. Their figures were about to rush out of the formation.

In an instant, a black shadow appeared. It seemed that Zheng Yi, who had been aware of this situation long ago but had not been seen, appeared right at the gap.

With his flowing robes and a cold expression, he spoke.

"Fellow Daoist, this path is blocked. Please turn back!"

After speaking, he flipped his right hand and a gourd, surrounded by endless white qi and carved like jade, appeared in his palm.

The gourd, named "Myriad Sword Gourd," spun around and floated in mid-air. Fiery and sharp sword qi spewed out from it, and white smoke, representing yang energy, billowed out from the mouth of the gourd.

Surging sword qi gushed out, and sword energy surged out like a tide. In almost an instant, every inch of space was filled with it, containing an extreme killing intent, directly slashing towards the dark-skinned cultivator at the half-step Violet Palace stage.

"Damn it!"

The cultivator's figure suddenly stagnated, and he instantly retreated. Out of anger, a hint of blood red appeared on his originally dark face.

Between his eyes that emitted golden light, a Law Weapon similar to a vertical flute appeared in his hand. He lightly blew into it.

Immediately, a piercing demonic sound echoed throughout the entire valley, unable to be completely covered even by the isolation power of the Taiyin Xuan Yuan Blood Refining Formation.

Countless ghost horses, with their bodies stepping on ghostly fire and reaching a height of over two zhang, flew out from the void. They seemed to be charging out of an endless hell, colliding fiercely with the tide-like sword qi that was shooting straight down.

Boom!

The explosion's shockwave swept through the surroundings, but it did not reveal anything from the formation.

If this level of collision were to spread out, it would definitely attract many cultivators to investigate. By then, the secret would be impossible to keep.

Fortunately, when setting up the formation, this point had already been taken into consideration.

The Taiyin Xuan Yuan Blood Refining Formation was truly worthy of its name. Under the moonlight, its power greatly increased. While circulating its brilliance, it unexpectedly displayed unexpected toughness.

The surging blood mist quickly shrouded the valley. Although it had shaken several times, it still held firm. Led by nine Foundation Building cultivators, it had already reached the stage of taking root.

Moreover, the imprisoning and confusing power within it completely deprived the three foreign cultivators trapped inside of their sense of direction. It was as if every inch of space was completely enveloped by the blood mist. Even the dark-skinned cultivator at the half-step Violet Palace stage, with his 390 zhang of spiritual sense, couldn't find any loopholes for a moment.

"Sneak attack, setting up a large formation, using many against few. What kind of hero are you? If you have the ability, fight me one-on-one. I'll admit that you have some backbone..."

The dark-skinned cultivator at the half-step Violet Palace stage couldn't help but curse. If it weren't for Zheng Yi's interference just now, the three of them, who shared the same thought and instantly erupted with power, would have probably already escaped from the formation and wouldn't be trapped here, risking being trapped to death.

But now, the path ahead was blocked, the opportunity was lost, and it would be as difficult as ascending to the heavens to think of a way out.

"Insulting others behind their backs is not a good habit, you know!"

A faint voice suddenly sounded in his ear. The half-step Violet Palace cultivator waved his hand, and instantly a terrifying Yin energy rushed forward, transforming into a running steed. The horse's entire body was engulfed in black flames as it charged directly into the boundless blood mist, but it disappeared without a trace, as if it had sunk into the sea.

From beginning to end, Zheng Yi's figure did not appear. It was apparent that the direction of the attack was not correct.

The situation has now reversed, with the offense and defense switching positions. Zheng Yi is at ease within the Taiyin Xuan Yuan Blood Refining Formation, while the three opponents are completely trapped and blind, as if they can't see a thing.

Chi chi!

Amidst the blood mist, strange rustling sounds can be heard. Within the dark blood-colored fog, it seems like countless monsters are crawling on the ground. At first, there are only a few scattered ones, but in the blink of an eye, it seems like they are everywhere. They resemble huge blood-colored spider-like creatures, spinning webs all over the place, setting up a trap in the valley.

Threads of blood-colored silk slowly emerge, silently corroding the three foreign cultivators within the dense fog.

Unbeknownst to them, those threads of blood-colored silk gradually entangle their bodies. At first, it's just a small amount, drifting in the wind without attracting attention.

But in an instant, they multiply rapidly. The ankles, arms, limbs, and even the necks and heads of the three individuals are suddenly covered in densely woven spider-web-like threads.

The sight of the three individuals is shocking. They angrily shout and stir the power within their bodies, trying their best to break free. However, it's already too late. Those blood-colored threads are connected to the entire formation. To resist against the threads means to contend against the nine Foundation Building Stage cultivators and over a hundred Qi Refining high-level blood cultivators who have set up the Taiyin Xuan Yuan Blood Refining Formation.

Individually, they naturally wouldn't be a match for the three individuals within the formation. However, the Taiyin Xuan Yuan Blood Refining Formation consolidates their strength and power, with the coordination of the formation and the large number of people. Even if a true Violet Palace cultivator were to personally arrive, they would have to experience it firsthand to know if they can truly dominate the situation.

The blood qi gradually permeates along the threads, becoming more and more crimson. Then, the blood qi that diffuses out is refined by the formation.

"What the hell is this?!"

The blood-colored threads, like blood-sucking parasites, make the three individuals within them feel their scalps tingling. They feel their blood and qi rapidly depleting at a terrifying speed, as if being sucked by blood-sucking monsters from a distance, causing severe damage.

The complexion of the dark-skinned man changes. He unleashes his cultivation at the half-step Violet Palace stage, shooting two dazzling golden lights from his pupils, forming two sharp flying blades that cut through the air.

The sound of tearing air can be heard as he trembles, and the terrifying golden light from his eye technique directly cuts through the surrounding blood-colored threads, allowing him to temporarily escape.

However, the crisis is not resolved. The severed blood-colored threads, like tenacious parasites, struggle and wriggle their bodies. Meanwhile, more and more blood-colored threads gather, resembling living blood-sucking monsters, waving countless tentacles, and once again approaching him frantically.

Even though the golden light eye technique is bursting forth and the blades are being unleashed furiously, the more threads are cut, the more it seems to anger the entire formation, causing even more blood-colored threads to swarm in.

Obviously, the use of this Golden Light Pupil Technique consumes a significant amount of mana and spiritual energy. In the blink of an eye, his originally dark skin began to turn pale, giving him a sense of emptiness.

"In fact, there's no need for us to fight to the death. We have no grievances or enmity between us. We can cooperate. I know secrets that are no less than what Yiqingzi knows. In fact, there are even more things that might interest you on my person..."

"I can swear on my Dao Heart that I won't trouble you and I won't reveal anything about Dayi Domain..."

In just a few breaths, those blood-colored threads absorbed about half of the three people's blood. The dark-skinned man's consumption became increasingly severe, his face turning pale. Faced with such a desperate situation, he also felt his heart pounding and shouted loudly at Zheng Yi outside the formation.

In fact, he didn't realize that Zheng Yi was also inside the formation. It's just that there was an invisible barrier where he was, causing all the blood-colored threads near his body to fearfully avoid him, unable to harm him in the slightest.

And because of the existence of the Taiyin Profound Blood Refining Formation, the three dark-skinned men seemed blind, completely unaware of Zheng Yi's presence.

"No need for cooperation. You can swear on your Dao Heart, and the heavens may believe you, but I dare not. I believe that only the dead can keep secrets best. It's safer for you to stay in Dayi Domain."

Looking at the three foreign cultivators who were anxious and somewhat pale, Zheng Yi remained unmoved, speaking in a cold and indifferent tone.

The matter of the Secret Immortal Cave Mansion was of great importance, and the Immortal Transformation Silkworm was even more deadly. Leaving these three people behind would be the biggest hidden danger. He didn't want to gamble, nor did he dare to.

So the three of them were destined to die today, with no room for negotiation.

Zheng Yi grasped the Ten Thousand Sword Gourd, pressed down on the mouth of the gourd, and slowly activated his mana. Sword qi condensed within it, and then five cold glimmers spewed out from the mouth of the gourd, transforming into five sword embryos. They swallowed and spewed out sword qi that extended several meters long, directly slashing towards the opposite side.

The speed was like lightning, and the speed of the five ghostly sword embryos completely exceeded the reaction time of the dark-skinned man. They continuously struck, and he barely managed to hold the Law Weapon Flute horizontally in front of his chest, blocking only the first two swords. Then, with a loud "boom," he was consecutively struck by the remaining three sword embryos and was sent flying.

Before he could react, the several-meter-long sword qi formed by the remaining two sword embryos descended from the sky, directly slashing towards the half-step Violet Palace cultivator. One move followed another, making him struggle for his life. It was only a matter of time before he fell.

The other two foreign Foundation Building cultivators were also in a dangerous situation at this moment, surrounded by nine Blood Cultivators from the Great Principle Alliance. They screamed in agony as their arms were blown apart, flesh and blood flying. Their aura also greatly weakened, and death was right before their eyes.

(End of this chapter)