bookrebus Chapter 640 The storm is coming
Chapter 640 The storm is coming
Deep within the vast mountains, shrouded in mist and permeated with miasma, lies the renowned perilous spot known in the world of cultivation: the "Soul-Breaking Cliff." Its cliffs are as sheer as a knife, and beneath lies a bottomless, dark abyss. Legend has it that this abyss holds ancient treasures, but also harbors countless man-eating spirits and powerful monsters. At this moment, in the open space surrounding the Cliff, the atmosphere is even more daunting than the surrounding area.
Lin Wei, clad in tight, inky leather armor, outlined her nimble and supple figure as she stood quietly in the center of the clearing. She was about thirteen years old, with a delicate face, yet her brows shone with a determination and composure that belied her age. She had just returned from leading the Falcon Squad in battle. Her sisters had also been resurrected, and she, too, had been resurrected through the bloodline of the Lin family. However, upon her return, she once again faced a clan war. Her own family was a branch of the Lin clan, and her region was home to numerous martial arts clans. While the Lin family wasn't a top-tier, it held a long and rich legacy.
The leather armor Lin Wei wore was a "Spiritual Pattern Leather Armor" crafted by the most distinguished weaponsmith of her Lin clan branch, combining secret techniques with the rare "Black Dragon Skin" and taking years of painstaking effort to create. Normally, the golden vine patterns on the armor were only faintly visible, like delicate dark gold embroidery, entwining the shoulder armor, heart, and waist, creating a low-key and mysterious effect.
This wasn't just a symbol of status; it was one of the Lin family's most cherished heritages. Lin Wei gently stroked the cool, yet tough leather armor against her chest, feeling the faint warmth flowing through it. Her father had said that the "Lin Family Golden Vine Pattern" was a simplified version of an ancient formation, imbued with vibrant vitality and powerful protective power. Its true power wouldn't be revealed until a life-or-death situation arose. And she was one of the few geniuses of her generation who could barely summon even a fraction of the Golden Vine Pattern's power.
She had ventured into the Soul-Breaking Cliff for two reasons: first, to fulfill a family mission, to search for a rare elixir called the "Blood Soul Flower," and second, to gain experience and break through the bottleneck of the Great Perfection in the Earth Realm that had plagued her for so long. However, she hadn't expected trouble to arise so quickly.
At the other end of the clearing stood three powerful cultivators. The leader was a sinister-looking middle-aged man, tall and thin, with eyes as cold as a venomous snake and a cruel smile on his lips. He wore a black robe, and the spiritual energy emanating from him was obscure yet powerful. He had already reached the Minor Success stage of the Heavenly Realm, just one step away from the Great Perfection. Behind him followed two young cultivators at the peak of the Earthly Realm, each bearing a similarly arrogant and hostile expression.
"Hehe, Miss Lin, I didn't expect to meet you here. It's like searching high and low for something, but it comes to you effortlessly." The sinister man licked his cracked lips and said in a hoarse voice, "Hand over your 'Spiritual Pattern Leather Armor'. Perhaps it will allow you to die more quickly."
Lin Wei's eyes narrowed, her heart sinking. She recognized the man—the master of Black Wind Valley, Mo Chen, the "Poison Scorpion." Black Wind Valley was a notorious evil sect in the surrounding area, known for their ruthless tactics, often killing people and stealing treasures. She hadn't expected to encounter them here, and judging by Mo Chen's expression, it was clear he was after her leather armor.
"Master Mo," Lin Wei forced herself to remain calm, tightly gripping the sword "Liushuang" at her waist. "This leather armor is a legacy of my Lin family, and I can't give it to you. As we all keep to ourselves, how about we just let today's matter go?" She knew that there was a huge gap in realm between her and Mo Chen, and she had no chance of winning in a head-on fight. She could only try to feign compromise and look for an opportunity to escape.
"Give it up?" Mo Chen laughed as if he had heard a ridiculous joke. His laughter was filled with disdain and madness. "Little girl from the Lin family, do you think you can escape from my hands alive with your late foundation building cultivation? If you know what's good for you, take it off yourself. Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless and slaughtering the Lin family behind you as well!"
Threats! Naked threats! Lin Wei's eyes flashed fiercely. What she hated most was when someone used their family to threaten her.
"It seems that today's matter cannot be resolved peacefully." Lin Wei took a deep breath, and the spiritual energy in her body began to slowly circulate. "If you want the leather armor, it depends on whether you have the ability to come and get it!"
Before she finished speaking, she flashed, like a cheetah poised to strike, and charged towards Mo Chen. She knew that against a peak Foundation Establishment expert, passive defense would lead to death; only a sudden attack would offer a glimmer of hope!
The "Liushuang" sword was unsheathed, emitting a clear dragon roar. The sword body shone coldly, carrying a sharp sword energy, and pierced Mo Chen's throat! This sword condensed all her energy and spirit, and the speed was as fast as lightning!
"You're asking for death!" The smile on Mo Chen's face instantly vanished, replaced by a ferocious expression. He didn't even draw his weapon, simply casually raising his right hand, his five fingers forming a claw. A stream of condensed black spiritual energy, as solid as substance, gathered in his palm, emitting a fishy smell.
"boom!"
The claws and swords collided with a dull thud. Lin Wei felt a surge of force emanating from the sword, as if it had struck a mountain. Her knuckles instantly cracked, blood gushing out, and the "Liushuang" sword nearly flew out of her hand! Her body felt like it had been struck hard, and she stumbled back seven or eight steps before she could finally steady herself. Her blood surged through her chest, and a trace of blood oozed from the corner of her mouth.
With just one move, she was slightly injured! The gap between the late stage of foundation building and the peak of foundation building is so huge!
"Miss, are you alright?" The two young monks behind Mo Chen laughed mockingly, "Kneel down and beg for mercy if you know what's best for you!"
Mo Chen inched closer to Lin Wei. With each step, the ground shook slightly, and the pressure in the air grew. "Lin Wei, you are indeed talented, having reached the peak of the Earth Realm at such a young age. Unfortunately, you are too naive. In the face of absolute strength, any struggle is futile." His voice was as cold as hell. "I've long heard the legend of the 'Lin Family Golden Vine Marking'. Today, let me personally verify whether it is truly so miraculous!"