Two realms! I have a Soul Refining Banner

Chapter 26 The Soul Refining Banner Appears! A chilling aura surrounds it.

There are nine levels in the Qi Condensation Realm.

The first three layers belong to the basic stage, which can also be called the initial stage of gas condensation.

At this stage, cultivators can only be considered to be at the very bottom of the cultivation world, having just grasped the application of true essence and magical power, and their strength is weak.

The fourth to sixth levels represent the mid-stage of the Qi Condensation Realm.

This is a crucial stage for cultivators to make rapid progress. Although there is no clear threshold for advancement, it can enable cultivators to achieve a qualitative leap in combat power.

Once you break through to the seventh level.

The cultivator will then undergo a complete transformation, officially entering the late stage of the Qi Condensation Realm, and will also have the qualification to attempt to break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm.

The difference in strength between each minor realm of the Qi Condensation Realm is extremely significant.

Compared to the middle stage, the late stage of the Qi Condensation Realm has seen a qualitative improvement in both the depth of understanding of cultivation techniques and the control and application of one's own magical power, making their combat strength incomparable.

Although Hou San was ruthless and unscrupulous, he would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

but,

He was not a reckless person; on the contrary, he was extremely cautious.

Under normal circumstances,

He chose to rob low-level cultivators with weak cultivation levels as his targets.

He especially targeted outer disciples whose strength was below the fifth level of the Qi Condensation Realm and who had no background or support.

He perfectly embodied the saying, "He bullies the weak and only picks on the easy targets."

at this time,

Hou San followed Chen Jie from afar, a sinister smirk playing on his lips.

"Damn it! Where do you think you're going to run this time? You dare to play me for a fool? I won't be satisfied until I chop you into eight pieces!"

He took out a compass from his storage bag and looked at it carefully.

A tiny insect was seen crawling across the compass.

This is his tracking compass.

Once the compass locks onto your aura, no matter how you try to escape, you won't be able to get away.

Hou San had already locked onto Chen Jie with his divine sense the moment Chen Jie left the Holy Pill Hall.

He then activated the tracking compass.

With the compass's precise positioning, as long as Chen Jie is within a five-mile radius, he simply cannot escape its pursuit.

However, this "fat sheep" was too cautious.

After leaving Fu'an Market, Chen Jie sped all the way to the edge of Remnant Soul Valley.

Hou San pursued relentlessly.

He dared not relax for a moment, for fear that the target would escape if he was not careful.

He knew that once the target entered the Remnant Soul Valley area, the valley was full of restrictions, and he would completely lose track of the target.

We must act quickly!

He couldn't bear the shame if the target escaped again.

He was a cultivator at the seventh level of the Qi Condensation Realm. If a cultivator below the third level of the Qi Condensation Realm escaped from him time and time again, he would be too ashamed to face anyone.

but,

Even with an overwhelming advantage, Hou San remained highly vigilant and dared not be careless in the slightest.

Although in terms of strength, his cultivation at the seventh level of the Qi Condensation Realm could almost crush his opponent.

but,

No one can guarantee that this kid doesn't have some trump card up his sleeve.

Sneak attacks and assassinations are his most proficient methods!

He would never choose to ambush someone head-on if he had the chance to act secretly, after all, it's always better to be safe than sorry.

After finishing his water, Chen Jie put the water bottle into his storage bag.

Then he took out a Soul Nourishing Pill and put it in his mouth, circulating the "White Bone Heart Sutra" to neutralize the pill's medicinal power and replenish his mental state.

After resting for a while,

After he had recovered his strength, he stood up, turned around and walked towards the direction of the Valley of Broken Souls.

Whoosh-!

Just as Chen Jie took his first step...

A cold glint swept in from afar, heading straight for his head with lightning speed.

"not good--!"

Chen Jie was startled and had no time to think.

His gaze sharpened, and he rolled suddenly onto the ground, narrowly avoiding the fatal blow.

boom!

An arrow struck the large tree behind him with a loud, muffled thud.

The tree trunk was instantly blasted open with a large hole, and wood chips flew everywhere.

Piercing Arrow!

This is no ordinary bow and arrow; it is a low-grade magic weapon called the Sky-Piercing Arrow, specifically designed for assassination.

This arrow was shot without a sound!

Only when it is close to the target will it suddenly accelerate, emitting a whooshing sound, interfering with the target's judgment and making it impossible to defend against.

Chen Jie scrambled to his feet in a disheveled state and quickly hid behind a large tree.

His gaze was terrifyingly deep, and his aura instantly turned icy.

Huff—huff—!

He took deep breaths, forcing himself to calm down, and quickly thought of a solution.

Swish!

The next second, Chen Jie patted his storage bag, and the Red Phosphorus Soft Armor instantly appeared in his palm.

He lightly made a hand seal, and the crimson phosphorus armor transformed into a stream of light, instantly covering his entire body and firmly protecting his vital organs.

A ball of earthy yellow light surrounded the soft armor, making it look incredibly sturdy and radiating a faint aura of defensive magic.

A hint of disappointment flashed across Hou San's face when he saw that his arrow had failed to kill his opponent.

This kid's reaction speed is incredibly fast?

He didn't want to waste any more time, so he simply emerged from the hidden bushes, his body as thin as a monkey and his face contorted in a ferocious grimace.

"Haha—kid, where do you think you're going to run this time?"

When Hou San saw Chen Jie's true face, he couldn't help but burst into laughter.

The powerful true essence of the seventh level of Qi Condensation Realm was released without reservation, and a majestic pressure swept over, causing the surrounding air to stagnate.

Clang!

Immediately afterwards, Hou San waved his hand, and a blood-red longsword appeared out of thin air.

The blade gleamed with a chilling red light and exuded a strong smell of blood.

With a flick of his wrist, the longsword instantly transformed into a streak of crimson light, carrying a sharp killing intent, and hurtled straight toward Chen Jie.

This blood-red battle blade was obtained by Hou San after he ambushed and assassinated a cultivator at the sixth level of the Qi Condensation Realm. It is a high-quality low-grade magic weapon.

The power of the blood-red longsword was in no way inferior to Chen Jie's Soul-Splitting Blade.

Hou San was already skilled in swordsmanship, and since obtaining this blood-stained blade, his combat power has increased dramatically, making him even more adept at assassination.

Sensing this deadly threat, Chen Jie's expression changed drastically.

now,

He had no time to think. Just as the blood-red battle blade was about to strike him, he activated his divine sense, and the Soul-Splitting Blade instantly appeared in his hand.

Clang!

A piercing clang of metal on metal resounded all around.

The Soul-Splitting Blade trembled violently from the fierce impact of the crimson battle blade.

A powerful force came from the hilt of the sword.

The crimson battle blade easily shattered the Soul-Splitting Blade's obstruction, its momentum undiminished, and fiercely slashed at Chen Jie's crimson phosphorus soft armor.

boom!

A dull thud was heard, and Chen Jie's body flew backward like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily to the ground.

He felt a numbness and excruciating pain in the web of his hand, and the Soul-Splitting Blade almost flew out of his grasp.

Fortunately, the Red Phosphorus Armor lived up to its reputation for defense, blocking the remaining power of the Crimson Blade at the last moment.

Only a shallow mark was left on the surface of the soft armor, and it did not harm Chen Jie's body.

The difference in their levels of understanding is simply too great!

With Chen Jie's cultivation at the third level of the Qi Condensation Realm, he was no match for Hou San's attack.

Especially when the opponent is fighting at close range, they are completely powerless to fight back.

Fortunately, he had spent a high price to buy the two exquisite magical artifacts, the Red Phosphorus Soft Armor and the Soul Splitter Blade.

otherwise,

Under Hou San's blow, he had already been decapitated and died on the spot.

call--!

Chen Jie took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the surging blood and qi within his body, and calmed himself down.

He knew that relying solely on defense would lead to certain death.

Only by taking the initiative to fight back can we have a chance of survival!

then,

He flipped his hand, and a small black flag, about the size of a palm, appeared in his palm.

The soul refining banner appears!

The banner was as black as ink, with intricate runes engraved on its surface, faintly exuding an eerie aura.

The moment the Soul Refining Banner appeared, the surrounding temperature dropped sharply.

A chilling wind howled, and a dense aura of malevolence rose into the sky, sweeping across the surroundings.

hum!

At that moment, the world seemed shrouded in gloom, so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.

A sinister and terrifying aura permeated the air, sending chills down one's spine.

"The Soul Banner has appeared! Kill!"

Chen Jie roared, and his magical power surged forth, enveloping the surface of the Soul Refining Banner with a dense aura of magical power.

Waaah—!

The Soul Refining Banner trembled violently, and the phantoms of four main souls slowly emerged from the banner, exuding a chilling aura.

A faint, mournful roar could be heard from all around.