Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2234 Chapter 1038: Ink Manipulation

The Five Brothers of Taia Mountain.

Ouyang Fu, Lu, Shou, Xi, and Cai.

These five were once obscure figures upon Taia Mountain, but thanks to Mo Hua’s guidance in formations, his provision of superior spiritual artifacts, and his tactical wisdom, they evolved into the formidable Cleaver Squad. Through sheer tenacity, they began to carve out a reputation during the Sword Discussion Conference.

Mo Hua had inherited the mantle from the Three Mountains, using that knowledge to refine their cultivation techniques and swordsmanship while equipping them with top-tier armor and colossal blades.

It was as if the five brothers had been granted wings, turning them into tigers of unchecked prowess.

Deep within their hearts, they held a profound gratitude toward Mo Hua.

They never forgot the kindness shown to them by Junior Brother Mo Hua.

Without his intervention—providing the opportunity, arming them with complete spiritual artifacts, designing intricate formations, and instilling in them a steadfast resolve—they would never have blossomed at the Sword Discussion Conference nor earned the respect of their Sect.

And now, their Junior Brother rested right behind them.

The prodigies representing the Four Sects and Seven Gates sought to breach their defensive line, intent on taking the life of their Junior Brother.

This was an affront they could not tolerate.

The five brothers of Taia roared in collective fury; their eyes burning deep red, their murderous intent intensifying.

“Anyone daring to harm Junior Brother must perish!”

In that moment, the five acted as one.

Under normal circumstances, they might have engaged these giants in a game of tactical maneuvering.

However, this was a siege, and the path was restricted. To break through, their opponents had to pass directly under the crushing arcs of the brothers’ massive swords.

Those five colossal blades functioned like the guillotines of purgatory, sharp and relentless, reaping lives with every oscillation.

The observers spectating from outside the arena were left stunned.

Meanwhile, the disciples of the Four Sects and Seven Gates furrowed their brows in frustration.

Only now did they realize that Taixu Gate was not solely defined by Mo Hua; his followers were not to be underestimated.

Facing the brothers one-on-one might be manageable, but gathered around Mo Hua, operating under his flawless coordination, they had become a nightmare to overcome.

“Keep pressing forward!” one shouted through gritted teeth.

“Body cultivators, hold the line! Everyone else, charge!”

A group of disciples from the Vajra Sect stepped forward, their bodies hardened like tempered stone. Accompanied by other body cultivators, they raised heavy shields to repel the cleaver-like giant swords.

The hacking blades bit deep into the vajra-tempered flesh, leaving jagged notches. Even their thick shields developed cracks under the overwhelming pressure.

The sheer force of the Taia brothers was unnerving.

Still, their momentum was halted for a fleeting heartbeat.

The others seized this opening to dash into the valley.

Yet, the instant they crossed the threshold, they were met with a brilliant explosion of azure sword qi, as sharp and cold as moonlight itself.

This sword qi was catastrophic, instantly cutting down all who entered, even the Vajra Sect disciples, leaving them no chance to recover.

The sword qi pierced through their hardened bodies with ease.

The five brothers swept their giant blades once more, clearing the entrance in a violent display of power.

The valley mouth had been swept clean.

Three disciples from the Sever Gold Sect rushed up to fill the void.

Moments later, they were eradicated by the coordinated efforts of the five brothers and Linghu Xiao’s sword qi.

The remaining challengers, paralyzed by the lethal efficiency of Taixu Gate, hesitated and opted for a temporary retreat.

While they withdrew, Hao Xuan and his companions, following the commands of Mo Hua, wasted no time in reinforcing the formation at the valley entrance.

The fractured defense was successfully restored.

The familiar, hateful radiance of the formation illuminated the valley entrance once again.

“Damn it.”

“All our efforts have come to nothing...”

The disciples of the Four Sects and Seven Gates muttered in frustration.

Regardless, Taixu Gate had successfully weathered the first wave of the assault.

Outside the valley, Qin Cangliu’s gaze flickered as he addressed the assembly.

“How shall we proceed?”

Though he possessed a strategy, he kept it to himself.

There were too many elites present. Despite his own prestigious background—tied to the Taoist State with ancestors who served in the Taoist Court for generations—many others here possessed equally impressive lineages.

The true prodigies of Qianxue all had hidden backers of their own.

It was not his role to dictates the lead.

The elites of the Four Sects and Seven Gates also chose their words carefully.

Ye Qingfeng of the Daluo Sect pondered the situation before stepping forward. Under the current circumstances, there were certain things only he could say.

The Daluo Sect stood as the most potent among the Eight Great Gates, second only to Taixu Gate.

He was recognized widely as the foremost among the Qianxue Four Talents.

Shen Linsu, Xiao Wuchen, Ao Zhan, and Duanmu Qing remained above the fray, focused solely on the mission to secure first place for their respective sects. They checked one another, making bold moves dangerous.

In truth, being part of the Four Great Sects, they welcomed the sight of the Seven Great Gates clashing with Taixu Gate. Only when Taixu Gate fell would the true conflict begin between them.

However, for now, Taixu Gate had to be removed. Especially with Mo Hua controlling the terrain with formations, supported by the raw killing power of Linghu Xiao and the Taia brothers, Taixu Gate’s strength was undeniably superior among the Eight Great Gates.

The Four Great Sects might act indifferent, but for the remaining Seven Gates, eliminating this “formidable enemy” required a unified front.

Such a task required his leadership. Unpleasant truths had to be voiced by him.

Ye Qingfeng spoke clearly: “Our primary obstacle is the formation orchestrated by Mo Hua. As long as that formation bars our path, Taixu Gate remains secure. Even if we break it temporarily, we only face further interception from Linghu Xiao.”

“And should we retreat, Mo Hua will simply repair the formation.”

“However...” Ye Qingfeng’s eyes narrowed. “There is only one High-Rank Formation Master in their camp: Mo Hua. He alone possesses the skill to draw such high-level formations.”