Upon returning to the valley, Liang Tian did not dare to delay for a moment. He immediately devoted himself entirely to preparing for the ritual to destroy the Evil Artifact. He understood well that as long as the Evil Artifact remained, peace would elude the world, and this ritual was of utmost importance, leaving no room for error.
Following the obscure yet crucial records in ancient texts, Liang Tian meticulously arranged various formations. On the ground of the valley, he used his spiritual energy to sketch mysterious and intricate lines of runes that flickered with a faint light, as if whispering ancient secrets. The lines intertwined, gradually forming a vast and orderly pattern of formation.
Gently placing the celestial herb at the center of the formation, it radiated a soft and pure glow, standing in stark contrast to the ominous aura of the Evil Artifact nearby. The light from the herb seemed to strive to dispel the darkness and evil emanating from the Evil Artifact, creating a subtle balance between the two.
The masters from various Hidden Sects understood the significance of this ritual. With solemn expressions, they took their positions at key points within the formation. The leader of the Lingxiao Sect stood in the east, clad in a Daoist robe and holding a whisk, his expression grave as spiritual energy flowed around him, ready to inject powerful magic into the ritual at any moment. Meanwhile, the leader of the Wan Jian Sect stood in the west, behind him were Sword Cultivators arranged in neat rows, their sword energy shimmering around them like blades poised for action.
"Everyone, listen closely. When the ritual begins, focus entirely and output your magic according to the established rhythm without any slack," Liang Tian said firmly as he scanned everyone with determined eyes. The crowd nodded in agreement, their expressions revealing unwavering resolve.
Xiao Zhan and the Jianghu Heroes took on the crucial task of guarding the perimeter. They spread out around the valley, their vigilant eyes watching every movement in their surroundings. Xiao Zhan stood at the entrance of the valley with a long knife in hand, resembling a guardian deity; no rustle of grass or wind could escape his notice. The Jianghu Heroes were fully alert, knowing that if the Dark Alliance seized an opportunity to attack, they would be the first line of defense against intruders and must not allow them to disrupt this vital ritual.
"Brothers, keep your eyes wide open! Those bastards from the Dark Alliance might show up at any moment; we cannot let them come within a step of this valley!" Xiao Zhan said in a low but powerful voice. The Jianghu Heroes tightened their grips on their weapons in response to his words.
The atmosphere in the valley was tense and oppressive. After completing the arrangement of the formation, Liang Tian carefully checked everything again to ensure there were no oversights. Taking a deep breath, he slowly walked to the center of the formation, positioning himself between the celestial herb and the Evil Artifact.
"Chen Xue, you should move to a safe place. The upcoming ritual is fraught with uncertainties; I don’t want you to take any risks," Liang Tian turned to Chen Xue with concern and tenderness in his eyes.
Chen Xue nodded slightly; although worried, she knew she could not hinder Liang Tian at this moment. She stepped aside in the valley while keeping her gaze fixed on him, silently praying for a smooth execution of the ritual.
With everything prepared, Liang Tian raised his head and glanced at the sun gradually setting in the sky, pondering inwardly: it was time to begin. He slowly closed his eyes and circulated his spiritual energy, ready to initiate this pivotal ritual that would determine the outcome between good and evil...
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