On the Comet Corridor.
Along with the passage of time, Chen Xiâs group pressed forward step by step, and when Nie Xingzhenâs group arrived on the 2,635
th
meteor, Chen Xiâs group had already arrived on the 2,633
rd
meteor.
There was merely a single meteor between their groups!
The originally confrontational atmosphere became strained to the limit at this moment.
Clang!
At this moment, Zhongli Luo who had an extremely gloomy expression was unable to restrain himself any longer, and he swiftly turned around before he pointed his dual blades at Chen Xiâs group from afar!
These blades were black and white respectively. A cold glow shot out from them while immortal light rose up from within, and they emanated a horrifying glow.
Chen Xi suddenly returned to his senses from dealing with the restrictions when he sensed this, and his gaze swept over coldly.
At practically the exact same moment, Ling Qingwu and Ye Tangâs eyes turned cold, and their bodies surged with battle intent while they prepared for battle.
âJunior Brother Zhongli!â Nie Xingzhenâs heart tightened when he noticed this, and he berated Zhongli Luo. âDonât act rashly!â
His voice was like a thunderclap that caused Gu Yueru to return to her senses as well. When she turned around and saw this scene, her originally pale beautiful face instantly turned ghastly pale.
Sheâd never expected that Chen Xiâs group would actually catch up to them so quickly, and it caused her to suffer a huge blow to her confidence. Especially when she noticed the confrontational atmosphere between their groups, her heart fell into chaos before she spoke instinctively. âYou must not make a move against them.â
When he saw this, Chen Xi glanced at them while seeming to be lost in thought, and then he immediately said with a smile, âSenior Brother Nie, Senior Sister Gu, the restrictions at the end of this Comet Corridor are getting more and more formidable, so why donât we work together? Even if we compete with each other, it shouldnât be too late to get to it after we pass through this place.â
As soon as these words were spoken, it greatly exceeded the expectations of everyone. It wasnât just Nie Xingzhenâs group, even Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang frowned as they were unable to figure out why Chen Xi would suddenly raise such a suggestion.
âHmph! Who needs to work together with all of you? Stop daydreaming!â Before the others could speak, Zhongli Luo had already grunted coldly and refused.
Chen Xi smiled. From the beginning until the end, he didnât spare Zhongli Luo a single glance, and heâd always been looking at Nie Xingzhen and Gu Yueru.
This sort of practically disregarding attitude had completely infuriated Zhongli Luo. Heâd already accumulated a bellyful of rage and being provoked like this by Chen Xi caused him to instantly erupt. His dual blades crisscrossed together before he suddenly slashed out with a âäčâ shaped sword light.
Swish!
This attack was sharp and murderous. It tore through space and emanated a sharp howl that sounded like cloth being torn apart as it shot down at Chen Xiâs head.
No one had expected that Zhongli Luo would actually attack abruptly, and when Nie Xingzhen and Gu Yueru intended to stop him, it was already too late.
Bang!
The Violetsky Immortal Sword in Chen Xiâs hand swung out with an extraordinary and otherworldly aura, and it easily dispersed Zhongli Luoâs attack.
How formidable!
Nie Xingzhen and Gu Yueruâs pupils constricted because Chen Xiâs attack seemed to be extremely ordinary, yet heâd deal with Zhongli Luoâs lethal strike in such a casual manner. So it obviously showed how formidable Chen Xiâs combat strength was.
They were existences that were respectively at the 1
st
and 2
nd
position on the Heavenstar Saint Rankings, so they were naturally able to discern that even thought it was merely a simple attack, the gap between them was obvious!
Zhongli Luo was slightly stunned as well. Heâd expected that it would be impossible for this strike of his to injure Chen Xi, yet he never imagined that Chen Xi would actually deal with his attack so easily.
âYouâre courting death!â
âYou actually dared to attack!?â
Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang were infuriated as well. Originally, because they were all from the same academy, Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang didnât intend to form a bad relationship with them, yet theyâd never expected that Zhongli Luo would actually not know whatâs good for him.
However, before they could attack, they were stopped by Chen Xi who shook his head and said, âCalm yourselves.â
As he spoke, he invited Nie Xingzhen once more. âI presume all of youâre clearly aware. This is the depths of the Comet Corridor, and it isnât just filled with the attacks from the comets, even the strength of the restrictions is increasing. If we get into a battle at this moment, then probably none of us will be able to pass through this place.â
He paused for a moment and continued. âAfter all, weâve been travelling here without stop for seven days and seven nights, and our physical strengths have been greatly exhausted. Under such circumstances, the right choice is to work together, and not fight each other, right?â
As soon as these words were spoken, it caused Nie Xingzhen and Gu Yueru to ponder deeply without end.
It was just then, Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang revealed contemplative expressions as well. Because it was just as Chen Xi said, theyâd been fighting without stop for seven days and seven nights, so even if their bodies were made of iron, they were almost at their limits.
Under such circumstances, it was indeed unsuitable to allow an intense conflict to erupt. Otherwise, they might really be forced to stop here and be unable to obtain the acknowledgement of the Dao Emperorâs inheritance.
âJunior Brother Chen Xi, donât worry, we wonât make a move against all of you.â In the end, it was Gu Yueru that spoke and decided. However, the words she spoke next exceeded Chen Xiâs expectations. âHowever, since weâre competing with each other, then itâs better for us to act on our own.â
The meaning behind her words was that they wouldnât fight, yet they wouldnât cooperate with Chen Xiâs group either.
Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang were naturally pleased with such a decision because they were clearly aware that with Chen Xi leading them forward, then would absolutely be able to surpass Nie Xingzhenâs group.
Nie Xingzhen glanced at Gu Yueru. He wanted to say something, yet when he saw her firm expression, he could only give up.
As for Zhongli Luo, he was extremely unwilling to accept such a decision, and he was just about to speak when he was forced to swallow his words by a glare from Nie Xingzhen that was filled with an intent to warn him against speaking.
âSenior Sister Gu, wonât you reconsider?â Chen Xi frowned. He absolutely didnât have any other intention, and his only thoughts were that they were all inner court students of the academy and had no enmity between them. So even though they were competing with each other, they could still work together.
âThereâs no need for that.â Gu Yueru puckered her lips and said firmly, âA loss is a loss. It isnât a big deal. However, I still have to thank Junior Brother for your good intentions.â Chen Xi sighed in his heart, and he had a faint understanding. This Senior Sister Gu Yueru of his was probably a woman that was extremely proud in her heart, and she would rather fail proudly than admit she needed help.
After that, Chen Xi didnât speak any further and started to concentrate on dealing with the restriction.
On the other hand, Gu Yueru and the others concentrated and stopped paying attention to Chen Xiâs group, causing the confrontational atmosphere to be resolved imperceptibly.
However, after merely two hours later.
Chen Xiâs group leaped up onto the meteor that Nie Xingzhenâs group resided on, and theyâd caught up completely.
This caused Nie Xingzhenâs face to sink, and Zhongli Luoâs expression was even unsightly to the extreme.
âCongratulations.â Only Gu Yueru smiled as she cupped her hands. Her countenance was completely pale, and her eyes faintly carried a wisp of a dim expression that vanished in a flash.
Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang couldnât help but admire Gu Yueru slightly when they heard this. They were very clearly aware that if it wasnât for Chen Xi, then the final victor would absolutely be Gu Yueruâs group.
This wasnât a compliment because if it wasnât for Chen Xi, then no matter if it was Ling Qingwu or Ye Tang, they would be utterly unable to chase up to Gu Yueruâs group.
It was even to the extent that they wouldnât be able to arrive so far on the Comet Corridor.
All in all, it was Gu Yueruâs group that had slightly bad luck because they just happened to encounter Chen Xi, a fellow that couldnât be judged by convention.
After ten minutes passed, Chen Xiâs group overcame the restrictions on this meteor first and leaped up.
The situation had completely turned around at this moment, and Gu Yueruâs group was left behind on a meteor behind them.
Something worthy of mentioning was that if the groups didnât step onto the meteor at the same time, then the restrictions on the meteor would recover so that others could overcome it, and it was impossible to follow behind others and benefit from the hard work of others.
Otherwise, Chen Xiâs group would have probably caught up to Gu Yueruâs group a long time ago.
At this moment, the situation was one where Gu Yueruâs group stood on the 2,636
th
meteor, whereas, Chen Xiâs group was on the 2,637
th
meteor.
Pu!
However, right when Chen Xi intended to deal with the restrictions on the next meteor, Gu Yueru suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood on the meteor behind them, and her countenance instantly became ghastly pale and translucent.
This caused Nie Xingzhen and Zhongli Luo to be shocked. They hurriedly moved forward to support her as they were deeply afraid that she would suffer misfortune.
âIâm fine.â Gu Yueru forced out a smile and wiped off the blood on the corner of her mouth before she continued dealing with the restriction.
Chen Xi didnât continue dealing with the restriction when he saw this, and he seemed to have fallen into deep contemplation.
Ling Qingwu and Ye Tang exchanged glances when they saw this, and they didnât urge Chen Xi to continue forward because theyâd faintly guessed Chen Xiâs intentions.
After the time for an entire incense stick to burn, Gu Yueru had finally dealt with the restriction, and she led Zhongli Luo and Nie Xingzhen onto the meteor that Chen Xiâs group stood on.
In this way, they were once again on the same starting line.
This caused Nie Xingzhen and Zhongli Luo to be stunned, and they seemed to be slightly unable to figure out Chen Xiâs groupâs intentions.
But before long, Chen Xi gave them the answer. âLetâs advance together. If you continue on like this, then Senior Sister Guâs foundation will definitely suffer a heavy injury, and it isnât worth it.â
Gu Yueru was stunned, and she wanted to refuse yet Chen Xi waved his hand and said, âItâs decided. If you want to compete, then we can talk about it after we pass through the Comet Corridor.â
These words were spoken in a decisive and domineering manner, and it revealed an indisputable tone.
âExactly. Letâs advance together. Weâre from the same academy and arenât enemies after all.â Ye Tang smiled lightheartedly.
Ling Qingwu puckered her lips, yet didnât say anything.
At this moment, Nie Xingzhen and Zhongli Luo finally came to a complete understanding. Chen Xi had never taken them to be opponents, causing a wisp of complicated feelings to surge into their hearts for no rhyme or reason, and they seemed to be ashamed and moved.
âThank you,â said Nie Xingzhen in a solemn manner. Heâd answered for Gu Yueru because he couldnât bear to watch Gu Yueru continue risking her life like this.
âI apologize for my disrespect from before.â At the same time, Zhongli Luo took a deep breath and cupped his hands as he spoke. No matter how prideful he was, he had to admit that Chen Xiâs actions were worthy of him apologizing.
Chen Xi smiled and didnât hesitate any longer to start concentrating on dealing with the restrictions.
Gu Yueru bit her cherry lips. In the end, she took action by Chen Xiâs side as well.
As for Ling Qingwu, Ye Tang, Nie Xingzhen, and Zhongli Luo, they naturally took on the role of guards that jointly resisted the comets that ceaselessly assaulted them from the starry sky.
After the members of their group doubled, their cooperation with each other was actually rather good.
âSubduing without battle⊠Extraordinary!â Outside the Ancient Dao Emperor Grounds, Hua Jiankongâs eyes flickered with divine radiance that shot out like a bolt of lightning, and he didnât conceal his admiration at all.
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