Chapter 774 Failure
Gu Jiuchen slowly opened his eyes, and what came into his sight was Ye Linglong's anxious face. "Linglong, I'm fine..." His voice was hoarse, and he struggled to get up, but his injuries were affected, and he couldn't help but groan. Ye Linglong's eyes were red, and she helped him sit up and injected spiritual power into him to heal his injuries. Elder Li walked forward worriedly, "Master, how do you feel?" Gu Jiuchen waved his hand, "I can still hold on. The seal of the Demon Abyss has been broken, and the Black Demon Cult leader will definitely come back. We must return to the sect as soon as possible and make preparations early!"
However, before they returned to the Tianxian Sect, a deafening roar came from the horizon, and countless streams of light cut through the sky, with the momentum of destroying the world, and attacked the direction of the Tianxian Sect. "Not good, it's the Black Demon Cult and his alliance!" Elder Li's face changed drastically and he exclaimed. Gu Jiuchen stood up suddenly, trying to endure the injury, looking at the horrific scene that covered the sky with bloodshot eyes, "Everyone, follow me to meet the enemy!"
Above the Tianxian Sect, a mass of enemies swarmed like locusts, and the powerful pressure changed the color of the world. Gu Jiuchen and Ye Linglong fought side by side, leading the disciples to resist, but the enemy's offensive was like a tide, and the Tianxian Sect's mountain protection formation was shaky.
The blood dyed the bluestone slabs of the Tianxian Sect red, and the mountain protection formation made an unbearable wail under the violent impact, and finally broke into pieces, turning into starlight and dissipating in the air. The shouts and killings shook the earth, and the atmosphere of despair spread in the air.
"Hahaha, Gu Jiuchen, today is your death!" The voice of the Black Demon Cult Leader was like coming from the Nine Nether Hell, with a chilling coldness. He was wearing a black robe and holding a black long sword. Every time he swung it, he took away several lives.
"Elder, be careful!" Gu Jiuchen cried out in surprise, but it was too late. A black shadow flashed by, and Elder Li's chest was pierced, and blood gushed out. He looked down at the blood hole in his chest in disbelief, his lips trembling, and he wanted to say something but couldn't, and finally fell down powerlessly.
"Elder Li!" Gu Jiuchen's eyes were bloodshot, and he was filled with grief and anger. Elder Li had followed him for many years, loyal and devoted, like a father and son, but now he died tragically in the hands of the enemy. How could he not be heartbroken.
"A group of young boys dare to stop me!" A disciple of the Black Demon Sect grinned, waving the long sword in his hand, forcing several new disciples into a dead end. Although these disciples had just entered the sect, they were not afraid of the strong enemy at all, but showed amazing courage.
"Even if it costs our lives, we must protect the Tianxian Sect!" A disciple shouted, and the long sword in his hand turned into silver light, struggling to resist the enemy's attack. However, their cultivation was too weak after all, and they soon fell into a disadvantage under the enemy's violent attack.
Gu Jiuchen's eyes were red, and he swung his sword faster and faster, with each sword carrying a fierce murderous aura. He knew that the Tianxian Sect was doomed today, but he would never give up any hope.
"Linglong, take the disciples and go first, I will cover you!" Gu Jiuchen roared, beheading a Black Demon Sect disciple who tried to sneak attack Ye Linglong.
"I won't leave! We live together and die together!" Ye Linglong shook her head firmly, waving the long sword in her hand, forcing the surrounding enemies to retreat.
"Be obedient! You will only drag me down if you stay!" Gu Jiuchen said sternly. He knew that with Ye Linglong's character, she would never leave alone if he didn't say something harsh.
Ye Linglong bit her lip, tears flashed in her beautiful eyes, and finally nodded. She knew that Gu Jiuchen was right, and staying would only distract him.
"Disciples of the Tianxian Sect, listen to my order and follow me to break through!" Ye Linglong suppressed her grief and led the remaining dozens of disciples to break through the mountain gate.
"Want to leave? Not so easy!" The Black Demon Sect leader snorted coldly, and his figure flashed, blocking Ye Linglong and others.
"Your opponent is me!" Gu Jiuchen roared, swung his sword to meet the Black Demon Sect leader, and the two instantly fought in a group.
Taking advantage of the opportunity of Gu Jiuchen and the Black Demon Sect leader to fight, Ye Linglong led the disciples to break through the siege and escape to the deep mountains. However, the pursuers of the Black Demon Sect were chasing them, and they fled all the way, fighting all the way, exhausted physically and mentally.
"Linglong, be careful!" Gu Jiuchen suddenly appeared behind Ye Linglong and killed an enemy who tried to sneak attack with a sword.
"Jiuchen, why are you here? You are not..." Ye Linglong was not finished speaking when she was grabbed by Gu Jiuchen and continued to escape to the depths of the mountains.
"The Tianxian Sect has fallen. We must leave here as soon as possible." Gu Jiuchen's face was solemn. He knew that the Black Demon Sect would never let them go easily.
The two fled all the way, their injuries became more and more serious, and their physical strength gradually ran out. Just when they felt desperate, a dense forest appeared in front of them.
"Let's go in!" Gu Jiuchen made a prompt decision and pulled Ye Linglong into the forest.
However, what they didn't know was that what was waiting for them would be a more cruel test.
The dense branches and leaves blocked the skylight, and Gu Jiuchen and Ye Linglong stumbled in the forest. Ye Linglong's injuries worsened, and a trace of blood flowed from the corners of her mouth, but she gritted her teeth and persisted without a groan. Gu Jiuchen's heart was like a knife, but he had no time to care, so he could only take her to escape desperately.
"Linglong, how are you?" After finding a relatively safe place, Gu Jiuchen asked anxiously.
Ye Linglong shook her head gently and forced a smile: "I'm fine, just some skin injuries, it's okay."
Looking at Ye Linglong's pale face, Gu Jiuchen was filled with self-blame. The once prosperous Tianxian Sect has now become a ruin, and all this is because he is not strong enough to protect the sect and his lover.
At this moment, an old voice sounded in their ears: "God's will is playing tricks on us, God's will is playing tricks on us..."
Gu Jiuchen and Ye Linglong were startled and looked up suddenly, only to see an old man in a green robe appear in front of them at some point. He has white hair and a youthful face, a fairy-like appearance, and a strong spiritual power fluctuation emanating from his body.
"You are..." Gu Jiuchen's heart moved, and he remembered the mysterious immortal he met in the illusion before.
"No need to ask more, I came here this time to guide you two." The old man stroked his beard and looked at Gu Jiuchen deeply, "Jiuchen, do you know why you failed?"
Gu Jiuchen remained silent. He knew in his heart that he failed because he was too conceited and thought he could protect everything with his passion.
"You are extremely talented and your cultivation speed is advancing by leaps and bounds, but because of this, you are impatient and your foundation is unstable." The old man said earnestly, "This failure may not be a bad thing for you. Only after experiencing hardships can you truly grow."
"But, the Tianxian Sect has already..." Gu Jiuchen clenched his fists, his eyes full of unwillingness.
"The future of the Tianxian Sect is in your hands." The old man smiled slightly, "I can help you, but whether you can seize the opportunity depends on your own luck."
The old man's words were meaningful, and Gu Jiuchen's heart moved. Could it be that...