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Chapter 158: The Other Benefits of the Ethereal Body
Lin Miaomiao found herself inside the Pagoda. As she gazed at the blazing flames surrounding her, a sense of intense heat and pain overwhelmed her. Her physical body was no match for Lin Feng's; within the flames of the Pagoda, she could not endure for long.
The Pagoda was a semi-divine Sacred Artifact, severing her connection to the outside world. Thus, she could not repeatedly use the Manifestation of Divine Powers. The Vital Energy within her was not inexhaustible.
Unable to bear it any longer, she needed to find a way out quickly.
Lin Miaomiao exerted all her strength to unleash the Manifestation of Divine Powers. The Purple Twilight Sword, infused with Lone Smoke, pierced toward the top of the Pagoda, attempting to prop it up. In the end, all she could do was cause the Pagoda to shake violently; the intensity of the flames within diminished slightly, but she could not escape.
Lin Miaomiao found herself unable to use the Manifestation of Divine Powers again. For the first time in her life, she felt powerless and despaired. She realized that she was incapable of breaking free.
"I cannot give up. Lin Feng has faced countless unimaginable challenges without ever saying die. I must bring my victory to him."
Lin Miaomiao sat quietly, enduring the scorching flames and the excruciating pain of her burning flesh. Her Vital Energy continued to deplete.
As her Vital Energy diminished, her defenses weakened, and the intensity of the flames increased. Lin Miaomiao's entire body turned red and hot, with blackened marks appearing on the ends of her garments from burns.
"Got it."
Lin Miaomiao summoned the Purple Jade Glass Skirt. With Holy Armor on her body, she easily resisted the power of the flames. Clad in Holy Armor, Lin Miaomiao walked through the endless flames of the Pagoda while contemplating how to break free.
Although wearing Holy Armor allowed her to withstand the burning flames, it also consumed her Vital Energy. The power of Holy Armor was astonishing; if she relied solely on its might, she could certainly break through the Pagoda and escape.
However, using Holy Armor recklessly would only bring about disaster. Even if she managed to break open the Pagoda in that instant and retracted the Holy Armor, it would be difficult to evade the gaze of elder-level figures.
"I cannot use Holy Armor recklessly. Doing so would only put Lin Feng in danger alongside me."
Fire Ling'er controlled the Pagoda, her internal Vital Energy continuously depleting. After a while, she discovered that within the Pagoda, Lin Miaomiao still radiated a strong life force, seemingly unharmed. This left her both astonished and curious, compelling her to maintain the Pagoda's power.
Inside the Pagoda, Lin Miaomiao's Vital Energy was nearly exhausted. She no longer sustained the Holy Armor's power but realized that even without inputting Vital Energy, the Holy Armor could still provide formidable defense against the endless flames.
"It's a pity I realized this too late; I've wasted so much Vital Energy."
On one hand, Lin Miaomiao missed Lin Feng deeply. Concerned about his injuries, she longed to return and check on him. On the other hand, unable to find a way to break the deadlock filled her with despair.
Under these two pressures, a sense of loneliness began to spread in Lin Miaomiao's heart. This feeling intensified, strengthening her Sword Intent.
"Solitary Child Technique."
Suddenly, Lin Miaomiao's eyes brightened. However, she did not immediately unleash the Moon City Sword Technique's Lonely Word Formula. With her remaining Vital Energy running low, she could only use it once. Therefore, she needed to wait until she could deliver her strongest strike.
As Lin Miaomiao recalled the essentials of the Lonely Word Formula, she immersed herself in the current state of solitude. She reflected on the isolation and desolation brought about by Lin Feng's death.
Practicing Sword Technique within the Pagoda would surely astonish anyone outside if they knew.
After a short while, Lin Miaomiao felt her sense of solitude reach its peak for her current level. Her Sword Intent also reached its strongest point ever.
Unsure if it was time to act, something extraordinary happened.
The Purple Twilight Sword in her hand resonated unexpectedly. Powerful energies emanated from it. Typically, those who practiced Fate Realization and Walker could not unlock the true powers of a Ninth-Grade Treasure.
That Lin Miaomiao could evoke a resonance from the Purple Twilight Sword was indeed remarkable. It indicated that her cultivated Sword Intent was profoundly connected to the essence contained within the Ninth-Grade Treasure.
The awakening of the Restored Blade was driven by shame and hatred. The awakening of the Sky Sword was provoked by the challenge from the Restored Blade.
The resonance of the Purple Twilight Sword was stirred by Lin Miaomiao's solitary Sword Intent. This resonance, while not as terrifying as awakening, still held formidable power that could not be dismissed.
"It’s time."
Lin Miaomiao struck with the 'Solitude' technique from the Moon City Sword Technique.
The Purple Twilight Sword wildly unleashed countless Sword Flowers, striking against the Pagoda and producing a cacophony of metallic clashes. Meanwhile, Lin Miaomiao retracted her Holy Armor.
Endless flames surged toward Lin Miaomiao, bringing with them a sense of impending death.
"Is this all I can manage?"
Fire Ling'er had controlled the Pagoda for too long, and her Vital Energy was nearly depleted. If she continued like this for even a moment longer, her Vital Energy would run out completely. The Pagoda would then return to her hands on its own.
That would also signify her potential failure.
Boom…
Just as Fire Linger's Vital Energy was about to be exhausted, a loud explosion echoed. A powerful and unmatched Sword Intent surged forth, faintly surpassing the Fate Realization Walker's Divine Technique Sword Intent, propelling the Pagoda into the sky.
The Pagoda vanished, and Lin Miaomiao appeared before everyone. She was flushed all over, radiating intense heat, her clothing marred by numerous charred patches, and her Vital Energy depleted.
In the instant Lin Miaomiao materialized on the ground, an endless stream of Vital Energy swirled in from all directions, forming a vortex that surged into her body.
This influx of Vital Energy was so potent that it lifted Lin Miaomiao off the ground, allowing her to hover in mid-air while absorbing boundless Vital Energy.
Her depleted Vital Energy replenished at a terrifying speed. The injuries within her body healed rapidly. In just a moment, Lin Miaomiao returned to her former state, exuding an even stronger aura than before.
Watching the scene unfold, Fire Ling'er smiled helplessly and said, "Vital Energy is consumed and must be replenished. The body is injured and needs healing. With such a mysterious Ethereal Body, how can one possibly prevail?"
"I'm in a hurry to get back. Are we still fighting?" Lin Miaomiao asked Fire Ling'er.
Fire Ling'er shook her head and replied, "I concede."
"In this match, Solitary Moon City wins," the announcer declared.
The day's competitions came to an end. The disciples who made it into the top four were He Rongsheng from Azure Cloud Sect, ranked first on the Stele; Lin Miaomiao from Solitary Moon City, ranked second; Guo Tie from Divine General Manor, ranked fifth; and Lin Feng from Solitary Moon City, who remained on the Nameless Stone Tablet.
"Lin Feng has already entered the top four, so why is he still on the Nameless Stone Tablet?" someone wondered.
"He's the direct disciple of the Sword Saint. It's highly likely that the Sword Saint used Miraculous Technique to isolate Lin Feng's aura, preventing it from being recorded on the Stele," another explained.
"That would be the only explanation."
"The disciples sent by Solitary Moon City are incredibly strong. Two of them made it into the top four."
"I believe that in this top three, Solitary Moon City will definitely occupy two spots."
"The only one capable of standing against these two strong contenders from Solitary Moon City is He Rongsheng from Azure Cloud Sect."
The disciples discussed among themselves, secretly admiring the strength of Lin Miaomiao and Lin Feng. In this Jiuzhou Gathering Conference, the most renowned sect was undoubtedly Solitary Moon City.
After Sword Saint Lin Bai, Solitary Moon City shone once again in Zhongzhou after several decades.
As Lin Miaomiao stepped down from the Arena, eager to return home, she was stopped by the Elder Steward of Qingyun Sect. The victorious disciples needed to draw lots to determine their matches for the next day.
Lin Feng was gravely injured and had to leave early. The remaining three drew lots, and the last lot was Lin Feng's.
After the lots were drawn, the Elder Steward of Qingyun Sect announced the results, which left many feeling disappointed.
The Elder Steward of Qingyun Sect declared, "In two days, there will be a duel. He Rongsheng from Azure Cloud Sect will face Guo Tie. Lin Feng from Solitary Moon City will duel Lin Miaomiao from Solitary Moon City."
As the results were revealed, discussions erupted.
"This draw is truly unfortunate. Internal strife in Solitary Moon City has cost them a disciple."
"I suspect this was intentional by Azure Cloud Sect. This way, He Rongsheng avoids competing against a disciple from Solitary Moon."
"I think there's definitely something fishy going on here."
In Gaojing, on the outskirts, in a village.
Meng Han knelt on the ground before a tall man dressed in black.
"Master, I have failed. I did not complete the task you assigned. Please punish me," Meng Han said with his head bowed.
The tall man was Heishan, the First Demon General of the demon clan. He pondered for a moment and said, "All our plans have been thrown into chaos by this Lin Feng. Once an inconspicuous child, he saved Tang Jiner at the border years ago, and now he has defeated you at the Jiu Zhou Gathering. Who exactly is this person?"
Meng Han replied, "It is rumored that he is a direct disciple of the Sword Saint."
"I have heard some whispers about that as well."
Heishan sighed and thought for a long time before saying, "Our plans cannot be abandoned halfway. It seems we need to make some adjustments. Once your matters are settled, leave Gaojing today. In a few days, something significant will happen in Gaojing. At that time, it won't be as easy for us to leave."
"Yes, Master," Meng Han replied respectfully.
Before setting off, Meng Han was the core of the plan, the key that triggered everything at the last moment. However, due to his own lack of strength, he did not make it to the finals, and the plan came to a standstill with him.
After Meng Han left, Heishan also exited the village.
The first place Heishan went to was Sima Manor. In this Jiu Zhou Gathering, the most disgraceful was the Yangzhou Liuyun Sect. Their top disciple had been mysteriously killed, and the Flowing Cloud Sect's presence at the Jiu Zhou Gathering was overshadowed.
Even more tragic was that the elder they sent as a guard also died under mysterious circumstances.
Sima Jiming felt increasingly uneasy as he listened to the news of Solitary Moon City winning once again. Even that declining sect had risen strongly, while his own disciples perished in the Journey to the Central Plains. Moreover, the one who died was the Sovereign's only son.
Sima Jiming had yet to report this matter to the Yangzhou Liuyun Sect's Sovereign; he simply did not dare and felt too ashamed.
In the backyard, Sima Jiming sat alone drinking in silence. A shadow quietly appeared in the backyard and sat down opposite him without any regard for his presence.
"Who are you? Dare to intrude into my residence?" Sima Jiming asked warily as he looked at Heishan.
Heishan poured himself a cup of wine and after downing it in one gulp, said, "I am here today for two matters."
"First, the elder of Flowing Cloud Sect was killed by Lin Miaomiao from Solitary Moon City. The reason is that Princess Joy of the Tang Dynasty coveted the Holy Armor on Lin Miaomiao."
"Second, Sima Shangshan died at the hands of Lin Feng from Solitary Moon City."
Sima Jiming was taken aback by these revelations. The death of the Flowing Cloud Sect elder was shrouded in mystery; even the body had not been found. He asked, "How do you know this?"
"Because Lin Feng hails from the Demon Clan. He is the First Demon Disciple of that clan and participated in the Jiuzhou Gathering Conference under the alias Lin Feng."
"Why should I trust you?"
"The real Lin Feng has long been killed by the demon clan. Otherwise, how could a disciple of the Nameless Stone Tablet enter the top ten of the Martial Examination?"
"Do you have any evidence?"
Heishan said, "Whether you believe it or not is up to you. Moreover, what you need to do is to give the Flowing Cloud Sect Sovereign an explanation. When the day of the Martial Examination finals arrives, if you can convince everyone present that he is Lin Feng, the First Demon Disciple, then you will have a way to explain how the Sovereign's only son died in Gaojing."
After Heishan finished speaking, he quietly left without waiting for Sima Jiming to respond, leaving Sima Jiming deep in thought. (To be continued...)
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