CHAPTER 172: CHAPTER 172 RELYING ENTIRELY ON THE ANCESTRAL MASTER’S INSTRUCTIONS (SUBSCRIPTION REQUEST)

The Exorcism Divine Thunder Talisman launched an attack, all occurring in the blink of an eye.

The four of them focused their gaze again, and saw above the head of the Bronze Guard, six formidable Celestial Thunders suddenly appeared in the sky and crashed down abruptly.

Feeling the thunder’s shockwaves overhead, the Bronze Guard encountered this situation for the first time.

In the combat program preset by its creator, there was no protocol on how to defend against such an attack like Lu Ping’s sudden assault.

The Bronze Guard had no time to react, as the six Exorcism Divine Thunders acted faster than it could.

"Boom!"

The six Exorcism Divine Thunders descended with overwhelming power, like a river bursting its banks, striking fiercely on the Bronze Guard, drowning it in thunderous force.

Compared to the Thunderstorm Talisman previously cast by Lin Qing’Er, the difference in power between it and the Exorcism Divine Thunder Talisman was not just a mere fraction, but significantly more terrifying.

Even though the Bronze Guard had Bronze Armor protecting it, allowing it to withstand attacks from Tier One Middle Grade Spiritual Artifacts.

But facing this all-pervading Divine Thunder Power, the bronze defense shield on its body shattered instantly.

Soon, the raging Divine Thunder engulfed its body incredibly aggressively.

The Bronze Guard immediately found its figure swaying, enveloped in flashing blue and white light, then knelt on one knee with a loud boom.

The spear and shield in its hands dropped with a clatter to the ground.

The final Bronze Guard was thus dealt with.

Qi Yuanming and the other two exchanged glances, surprised expressions evident on their faces.

Looking back and forth between the two Bronze Guards and Xuu Yi, they hesitated to speak.

Finally, Lin Qing’Er spoke up.

"Brother Xuu Yi, your strength, why..."

Though she deliberately didn’t finish the sentence, the meaning was clear.

She was questioning why Xuu Yi was so strong, despite being just a Fifth-Layer Qi Cultivation Cultivator.

Upon hearing this, Xuu Yi was stunned for a few seconds.

He was also bewildered by the sudden downfall of the two Bronze Guards.

Just as he was about to explain that it was the handiwork of the sect’s founder, Lu Ping’s voice sounded.

"Do not disclose my involvement."

Lu Ping refrained from saying more, choosing not to explain, intending to let Qi Yuanming’s group mistakenly believe it was Xuu Yi’s doing.

Hearing this, Xuu Yi had nothing more to say.

The ancestor preferred to keep a low profile, not wanting Qi Yuanming and the others to know about his actions, so Xuu Yi dared not defy this intention.

Xuu Yi had to silently communicate back with a word of agreement, smiled wryly twice, and answered Lin Qing’Er’s question.

"It’s a minor matter, don’t mention it again."

"Let’s go inside."

Xuu Yi changed the subject, took the lead by moving towards the palace entrance, already excited about what awaits inside, wondering what treasures he might encounter.

After a few steps, Lu Ping’s voice came again.

"Why rush? The equipment of the statue guard is worth picking up."

"Uh..."

Xuu Yi stopped in his tracks, and with an awkward smile, scratched his head, then walked to the nearest Bronze Guard, glanced at it, and began to peel off the Bronze Armor, intending to take it away.

"No need to exert yourself, take the whole thing along."

Lu Ping instructed.

"Alright."

Xuu Yi replied, before proceeding as Lu Ping instructed, his eyes turned to Qi Yuanming and the others.

He wanted to inform them that he intended to pack up a Bronze Guard, asking if it was okay.

Qi Yuanming saw Xuu Yi’s actions, recognized that he was looting the corpse for equipment, and tactfully laughed.

"Daoist Xuu, please go ahead!"

Xuu Yi nodded, flicked his sleeve, and the entire Bronze Guard was stored in his Storage Bag.

"If feasible, take the other one as well."

Lu Ping’s voice came again.

The statue’s spear and shield, both are Tier Two Spiritual Artifacts, even if Xuu Yi wasn’t interested, they’d be quite valuable to the Cyan Mountain Sect disciples.

Xuu Yi hesitated upon hearing this.

Taking both Bronze Guards might upset Qi Yuanming’s group.

After all, he already took one.

Though interested in the Bronze Guard’s equipment, knowing its value.

Seeing Xuu Yi moving towards the other Bronze Guard hesitantly, Qi Yuanming showed he understood Xuu Yi’s intent.

"Both statues were defeated by Daoist Xuu, so please take this one as well, we aren’t very interested."

He said with a polite laugh.

"Please!"

Not interested?

Qi Yuanming would love to keep both Bronze Guards, leaving no armor fragments.

But he could only think of it.

What a joke, witnessing "Xuu Yi" vanquish a Bronze Guard with one move, his power was intimidating.

If they said no and offended him, wouldn’t the three of them suffer the same fate and be slain here?

Compared to the artifact equipment, their lives were more important.

Who knows how many trump cards Xuu Yi has, how much strength he hides.

Moreover, upon entering the palace, there might be other treasures to find, so no need to ruin the camaraderie here, leaving a bad impression with Xuu Yi.

Maybe during future treasure hunts, in case of danger, they’d need to rely on Xuu Yi.

At the moment, not just Qi Yuanming had this thought.

Lin Qing’Er and Han He were similar, recognizing now wasn’t the time to upset Xuu Yi, better to give in and curry favor.

Logically, both Bronze Guards were defeated by Xuu Yi, so as spoils, naturally should belong to him.

They had no right to interfere.

"Thank you for your generosity."

Xuu Yi accepted without reservation, taking the second Bronze Guard into his Storage Bag, then continued towards the palace.

Qi Yuanming’s group saw this and quickly followed.

Upon entering the main hall, they soon saw the throne.

They saw Wu Daoyuan on the throne.

And the two Lantern Maids by the throne.

However, this time, due to the Bronze Guard incident, the four’s gaze did not linger long on Wu Daoyuan, but instead was turned with caution towards the two Lantern Maids.

Once bitten, ten years shy of the rope.

Again?

Will these statues also attack?

Will approaching them trigger something?

The four people simultaneously had this thought.

At this moment, they exchanged glances, considering whether to approach or strike boldly.

If attacking, how strong is the opponent?

"Don’t worry too much, these two statues are somewhat weaker, equivalent to around Fifth-Layer Qi Cultivation. You alone can handle them."

Lu Ping briefly explained, then guided Xuu Yi’s actions.

"See the black gold Storage Bag on the right side of the waist of the man on the throne? Don’t hesitate, go take it now. The two statues require time to activate, they won’t be faster than you retrieving the Storage Bag."

"As for the Storage Bag on the left, if you try to take it, your speed might be problematic, unable to retrieve it before the statues attack."

Xuu Yi heard this and showed no unusual expression, respectfully replying.

"I’ll get the Storage Bag on the right first, strictly following ancestor’s instructions."

Currently, Xuu Yi trusted Lu Ping immensely.

With the ancestor accompanying him, able to intervene and resolve crises.

Whatever the ancestor says is the regimen, so he acts accordingly.