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Chapter 127 A Mutation of a Spiritual Object Causes Trouble; The Female Lead Seeks a Solution in the

Xiao Ling's mutation was like a volcanic eruption. The violent spiritual energy surged and crashed through the cave, sending rocks flying. Dai Yao felt a chaotic scene before her eyes. The flying rocks grazed her cheeks, bringing a stinging sensation. Her ears were filled with the sounds of colliding rocks and the roar of spiritual energy.

Dai Yao tried to approach several times, but was repelled by an invisible force, falling and landing heavily on the ground. The hardness and coldness of the ground seeped through her clothes. "Holy crap! Is this little guy trying to ascend to heaven on the spot?" Dai Yao rubbed her sore shoulder, her heart filled with anxiety. The pain in her shoulder constantly reminded her of the urgency of the situation.

Xiao Ling's bloodshot eyes were filled with ferocity; where was her usual docile demeanor? This was no joke; she had to think of a solution quickly! Dai Yao took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and activated her golden finger—her special ability to sense the direction of the flow of Qi. Instantly, the flow of Qi around her became clearly visible in her mind, like shimmering threads weaving into a vast network, the shimmering light of those threads seeming to dance right before her eyes.

Among the many threads of fortune, one was particularly thick, pointing directly towards the sect's ancient book pavilion. "Excellent! It seems the key to solving the problem lies there!" Dai Yao suddenly opened her eyes, a glint of light flashing in them.

"Yao Yao, where are you going?" The mysterious figure asked hurriedly when he saw her get up to leave. "The Ancient Books Pavilion, there must be a way!" Dai Yao's tone was firm and unquestionable. She grabbed the mysterious figure's hand. "Quick, time is of the essence, let's go!" The two quickly left the cave and sped towards the Ancient Books Pavilion. The wind whistled past their ears and stung their faces.

However, just as they were about to reach the Ancient Books Pavilion, an ominous premonition surged into Dai Yao's heart... She suddenly stopped, looked ahead with a solemn expression, and said in a low voice, "Someone..." As soon as Dai Yao finished speaking, several figures flashed out from the woods. The leader was Qing Ling, followed by several black-clad subordinates, all of whom had unfriendly expressions.

Qingling crossed his arms, a greedy smile playing on his lips. "Oh, isn't this Fairy Dai Yao? Why are you in such a hurry? Where are you headed?" His gaze fell behind Dai Yao, and he could vaguely sense the spiritual energy fluctuations emanating from the direction of the cave. His greed intensified. "Tsk tsk tsk, it seems you've acquired some treasure. Why don't you show it to me?"

Dai Yao inwardly knew something was wrong. This Qing Ling was always greedy, and if he found out about Xiao Ling's mutation, he would definitely try to snatch it away. She calmly shielded the mysterious figure behind her and forced herself to remain composed, saying, "Fellow Daoist Qing Ling is joking. I was just going to the Ancient Books Pavilion to look up some information."

"Looking up information? Is there any need to be in such a hurry?" Qingling clearly didn't believe her and approached Dai Yao step by step. "I think you've obtained some treasure and want to hide it! If you know what's good for you, hand it over obediently, or I'll have to take action!"

"Qingling, don't push your luck!" Dai Yao's eyebrows furrowed, and spiritual energy surged in her hands. Although she felt a little scared, she knew she couldn't back down when she thought of Xiaoling's danger. She clenched her fists tightly, thinking about the hardships she had endured. She was determined not to let this greedy person succeed. This conviction made her eyes even more resolute.

"Hahaha, yours? In this Ether Realm, might makes right!" Qingling laughed wildly and launched the first attack. A sharp sword aura slashed straight at Dai Yao's face, its speed breathtaking. Dai Yao only felt a flash of cold light before her eyes, and heard the sharp whistling sound of the sword aura cutting through the air. She dodged to the side, barely avoiding the attack, and then struck out with her palm. Her powerful spiritual energy transformed into a wave of air, knocking Qingling back several steps. As she struck out, she felt the air being forcefully compressed.

The mysterious figure joined the battle without hesitation. Before the fight, he habitually touched the gem on his sword hilt and shouted, "Heaven and earth's spiritual energy, heed my command, protect my friend!" Their spiritual power was like two dragons, intertwined yet attacking independently. Each attack precisely struck the weaknesses of Qingling and his subordinates. Qingling's attacks were like ants trying to shake a tree, easily neutralized. The surrounding trees were struck by the magic, their branches and leaves flying everywhere. The leaves brushed against faces, causing a slight itch, and the sound of breaking was incessant. The scene was chaotic.

Seizing the opportunity, Dai Yao unleashed her newly learned immortal technique—"Universe Shift"! Her hands moved swiftly, forming hand seals, and she chanted incantations. Her spiritual energy surged instantly, creating a massive vortex. "What the hell?!" Qing Ling's subordinates hadn't even reacted before being swept into the vortex by the powerful suction, flung away like kites with broken strings, crashing heavily to the ground with a chorus of groans that were utterly jarring.

Upon seeing this, Qingling's expression changed drastically. When did Dai Yao learn such powerful immortal techniques? He cursed inwardly, "What bad luck!" But now he was caught in a dilemma and could only grit his teeth and continue fighting. He summoned his natal magic weapon—a completely black demonic sword, its blade radiating a chilling aura that sent shivers down one's spine with just a glance.

"Little Yao Yao, be careful!" The mysterious figure had been watching Dai Yao's safety closely. When he saw Qing Ling unleash the demonic sword, his heart tightened. He flashed and stood in front of Dai Yao, a golden longsword that had appeared in his hand at some unknown time. The sword's blade faintly emitted the sound of a dragon's roar, as if the sound was whispering in her ear.

Dai Yao felt a warmth in her heart. This guy is quite reliable in crucial moments! Not to be outdone, she channeled her spiritual energy into her hands, preparing to use "Universe Shift" again.

Just then, a sudden change occurred! Sensing Dai Yao's danger, Xiao Ling suddenly burst out of the cave. The instant it emerged, the entire world seemed to change color. Its roar, like that of an ancient beast, shook the surrounding mountains, causing rocks to tumble down. The sound was so deafening that Dai Yao felt the ground beneath her feet tremble. Every scale on its enormous body shimmered with a mysterious light, its eyes like two blazing suns. Wherever it went, it pounded deep craters into the ground. Its powerful pressure distorted the surrounding space, making Qing Ling and his subordinates seem as insignificant as ants before its might. Xiao Ling flashed, instantly appearing before Qing Ling. Its massive body blotted out the sky, its radiance blinding Qing Ling and his men. Xiao Ling brandished its enormous claws, and the wind pressure generated by those claws alone scattered Qing Ling's subordinates like falling leaves. The wind pressure felt like knives cutting into their faces, and Qing Ling was forced to kneel on one knee by this force, her eyes filled with terror, and she dared not have any thought of resisting.

"Not good!" The mysterious figure's expression changed, and he shouted, "Run!" He grabbed Dai Yao's hand and turned to run. Dai Yao was pulled along by the mysterious figure, running wildly. The wind whistled past her ears, and she felt her head buzzing, her hair whipping wildly against her face.

"Hey bro, can we slow down a bit? My makeup's all ruined!" Dai Yao complained, panting, her breath quickly dissipating in the cold wind. The mysterious figure, however, didn't turn around, his tone serious: "Rusty makeup is a small matter, losing your life is a big deal! That thing's so powerful now, it'll probably string us together like candied hawthorns!"

Good heavens, this is terrifying! Upon hearing this, Dai Yao didn't care about her makeup anymore and ran after them with all her might.

Having finally shaken off that unlucky Qingling, Dai Yao breathed a long sigh of relief, wiping away non-existent beads of sweat from her forehead as if there were real sweat there. The feeling of relaxation after the tension spread throughout her body.

"I'm exhausted! The amount of physical activity in the cultivation world is just too much!"

The mysterious figure shook his head helplessly. This girl really has a big heart.

"Alright, let's hurry to the Ancient Books Pavilion to find a solution."

"Mmm!" Dai Yao nodded repeatedly, eager to solve Xiao Ling's mutation problem.

Following the map, the two arrived at the Ancient Books Pavilion. However, the sight before them left them dumbfounded. The Ancient Books Pavilion was not the dilapidated wooden building they had imagined, but a magnificent pagoda, radiating a mysterious light that was somewhat dazzling, making it impossible to look directly at it for long. Layers of restrictions surrounded the pagoda, flashing with strange runes, like insurmountable chasms, blocking anyone who wanted to approach.

Dai Yao swallowed hard. "This... is this really the Ancient Books Pavilion? Or some ancient forbidden area?"

The mysterious figure also frowned; this restriction was extraordinary.

"It seems getting in won't be so easy..."

Dai Yao rubbed her hands together, eager to try.

"What's there to be afraid of! There's always a way! Let me give it a try!" She cautiously reached out and tentatively touched the restriction.

With a "buzz," a powerful force erupted from the restriction, knocking Dai Yao back several steps. Her arm went numb from the shock, and the buzzing sound echoed in her ears.

"Holy crap!" Dai Yao rubbed her numb hands, looking at the mysterious figure with a shocked expression. "This thing, is it for real?!"

The mysterious figure reached out to stop Dai Yao, his eyes grave. "Don't be impulsive, let me take a look first..." He slowly stepped forward, carefully examining the runes on the restriction, muttering to himself, "These runes... seem familiar..."

Suddenly, his expression changed, and he whirled around to look at Dai Yao, "Watch out!"

"Huh?" Before Dai Yao could react, she felt a powerful suction force pulling her towards the barrier...