From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 280 Xiao Yao Battles the Ancients: First Glimpse of Her Talent

Following that ancient aura, I slowly stepped into the ancient battlefield.

Every inch of this land seems to contain boundless power, and the air is filled with an ancient and powerful aura that inspires awe.

The power fluctuations of the magical artifact were faint and intermittent, like an ancient call, which made people yearn for it involuntarily.

I took a deep breath, feeling the tension and anticipation that all of this brought me, but my steps did not stop.

Just as I was fully absorbed in experiencing all of this, an ominous premonition suddenly welled up in my heart.

Before I could react, a sinister voice rang in my ear: "Xiao Yao, I didn't expect you to dare come to this place."

I turned around abruptly and saw a man in a blood-red robe standing not far away, his eyes revealing evil and cunning.

This person was none other than the Blood Demon, the leader of an evil force known for seizing ancient magical artifacts.

"Blood Demon, you've come at the right time. I was just about to settle accounts with you," I said coldly. However, before I could finish speaking, the Blood Demon suddenly launched an attack.

A crimson light flashed towards me like lightning. I quickly dodged, but his swift attack still slashed my arm.

A sharp pain instantly spread throughout my body, and the blood from the wound quickly soaked my sleeves.

The surrounding air seemed to turn icy cold in an instant, making it difficult to even breathe.

I gripped my injured arm tightly, forcing myself to remain calm.

The Blood Demon's laughter echoed in my ears, like a biting cold wind, making me feel extremely dangerous.

"Xiao Yao, you are nothing but a useless piece of trash without spiritual roots. How could you possibly be my match!" The Blood Demon's laughter was full of mockery and contempt.

My anger was completely ignited, and I gritted my teeth and said, "Don't underestimate me!" Just as I was about to retaliate, a powerful surge of magical energy came from afar. I turned around and saw a proud figure slowly emerging from the void. It was none other than Fairy Zhao.

Her gaze was icy, as if she had already locked onto me.

The appearance of Fairy Zhao undoubtedly made the already chaotic situation even more complicated.

Her haughty gaze swept over me and Blood Demon, as if we were nothing more than ants in her eyes.

She didn't even glance at the Blood Demon, immediately setting her sights on me, this "good-for-nothing."

"Hmph, a piece of trash without spiritual roots dares to come to the ancient battlefield to search for treasures? He's really overestimating himself!" Fairy Zhao said coldly. As soon as she finished speaking, a dazzling light burst out from her hand, piercing straight at me like a sharp sword.

Having just been injured by the Blood Demon, I now feel this powerful surge of magic, causing my internal spiritual energy to become chaotic, as if my internal organs have shifted.

I tried my best to steady myself, but I was still shaken backward by the powerful force, and the ground beneath my feet, which was originally solid, became somewhat unstable.

The wind, carrying a biting chill, stung my cheeks.

I gritted my teeth and tried my best to stay conscious.

The energy fluctuations around me were like a raging storm, and deafening roars kept entering my ears, making the entire battlefield seem to shake.

I felt my chest heaving and a metallic taste rising in my throat.

I struggled to lift my head; my vision was blurry, but I could still see Zhao Xianzi's disdainful face.

The corners of her mouth turned up slightly, with a hint of disdain, as if mocking my powerlessness.

Just as I was struggling to resist Zhao Xianzi's attack, a chilling energy suddenly rose from my feet and quickly enveloped my entire body.

I immediately sensed something was wrong and looked down, only to see a faint purple light appear on the ground.

The light coiled around my legs like a venomous snake, giving me an indescribable feeling of constraint.

I tried to break free, but found that the force was so strong that I couldn't budge it at all.

"Hehe, Xiao Yao, do you think I only know how to steal magic treasures? How naive!" A sinister voice came from behind me. I knew it was Elder Sun without even turning around.

His voice was full of scheming, which sent a chill down my spine.

I turned my head with difficulty, only to see a strange smile playing on his lips.

The power of the restriction grew stronger, like an invisible net tightly binding me.

I felt my breathing becoming difficult, and the spiritual energy within me was like a caged beast, unable to exert its full power.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on my forehead, sliding down my cheeks and dripping onto the ground, leaving faint watermarks.

I could feel the energy fluctuations around me like a cage, trapping me inside, making me unable to move, and filling me with despair.

Am I really going to surrender here?

Just as I was anxiously trying to force my way through the barrier, I suddenly sensed a faint yet incredibly familiar aura within it.

This aura seems to be telling me something.

I instinctively held my breath, slowly closed my eyes, and carefully sensed the energy.

“This restriction seems to be…” I smiled slightly, revealing a meaningful expression.

Just as I was anxiously trying to force my way through the barrier, I suddenly sensed a faint yet incredibly familiar aura within it.

This aura seems to be telling me something.

I instinctively held my breath, slowly closed my eyes, and carefully sensed the energy.

Those around me seemed puzzled by my actions. Blood Demon's eyes showed a hint of doubt, and Fairy Zhao's brows furrowed slightly. She clearly hadn't expected me to have the leisure to close my eyes under such circumstances.

Elder Sun, on the other hand, looked smug, as if he already considered me his for the taking.

However, they were unaware that this restriction was not a complete prison, but rather had its own secrets.

My fingers lightly touched the edge of the barrier, and I could feel that familiar power responding to me.

Instead of trying to break free, I began to communicate with this force.

Gradually, the purple light softened and stopped binding me. Instead, it gradually dissipated under my control.

Upon seeing this, everyone showed expressions of shock.

Blood Demon, in particular, looked more wary, as if he realized that I was not as simple as he had imagined.

A hint of seriousness appeared between Zhao Xianzi's brows. Her gaze lingered on me for a moment, as if she were reassessing my strength.

Elder Sun's face turned extremely ugly; he clearly hadn't expected me to turn the tables under these circumstances.

At that moment, I was filled with confidence. I took a deep breath, and my aura suddenly improved.

I stretched out my hands and gently pushed, and the purple barrier instantly vanished, freeing my feet once more.

I paused a few steps, each step carrying an unstoppable momentum, as if even the surrounding air was rippled by my footsteps.

"Elder Sun, your brilliant scheme ends here," I said coldly. Then, with a wave of my hand, a dazzling light burst forth and struck Elder Sun directly.

He screamed and fell to the ground in a sorry state, like a kite with a broken string, raising a cloud of dust.

The air around me seemed to vibrate because of my actions, and my voice clearly echoed throughout the battlefield, filled with unparalleled confidence.

I stood still, scanning my surroundings and sensing the fluctuations of power around me once again.

"Who's next?" My gaze was piercing, and my voice carried an air of authority, making everyone present feel an invisible pressure.

Just then, a profound and unfathomable voice rang out in the air: "Xiao Yao, you are indeed extraordinary, but the real challenge has only just begun." I looked up and saw an old man dressed in green robes, with an air of otherworldly grace, standing in mid-air. He was surrounded by a faint green light, like a celestial being descended to earth.

This is Venerable Wind, a mysterious master whose strength is unfathomable.

"Venerable Wind." I nodded slightly, my tone carrying a hint of respect, but also a touch of challenge.

"I've long heard of your reputation, and seeing you today, I can confirm that it truly lives up to its name."

Venerable Feng smiled slightly and said, "Xiao Yao, your talent is indeed quite good, but unfortunately you lack spiritual roots, so you will ultimately find it difficult to achieve great things."

"Whether or not you have spiritual roots is not up to you to decide." I snorted coldly, and spiritual power surged in my hand, instantly enveloping my entire body in a golden light.

"Then let me see just how capable you really are." As soon as Venerable Feng finished speaking, he transformed into a streak of azure light and attacked me.

I dared not delay and immediately unleashed my unique spell – "Star River Sword Formation".

Countless golden sword energies burst forth from my body, weaving into a massive golden sword net in the air, enveloping Venerable Wind within it.

Upon seeing this, Venerable Wind

I wasn't discouraged by this; instead, I became even more excited.

I channeled my spiritual power once more, and the Star River Sword Formation condensed again, its power even greater than before.

The Wind Venerable was not to be outdone. He unleashed various powerful spells, constantly colliding with my Star River Sword Formation, producing deafening roars.

The surrounding spectators were all drawn to the fierce battle, and they stared in disbelief.

"I never expected that Xiao Yao could fight Venerable Feng to a draw. It's unbelievable!"

"Yes, it's unbelievable that she can unleash such powerful strength even though she clearly has no spiritual roots!"

Amidst the gasps of the crowd, my battle with Venerable Wind entered its most intense phase.

My Star River Sword Formation has reached its peak, and the Wind Venerable's spells are becoming increasingly powerful.

Just then, I suddenly sensed something was amiss.

A thought struck me, and I turned my gaze to the edge of the battlefield.

There, I sensed a faint yet incredibly familiar aura—the aura of an ancient magical artifact!

My heart leaped with joy, and I was about to go check when I suddenly heard a sinister laugh: "Xiao Yao, do you think you can escape?"

I turned around and saw the Blood Demon appear behind me with a group of men in black, their eyes gleaming with greed.

"Damn it!" I cursed under my breath, my heart filled with resentment.

It seems this battle is far from over...

"Looks like I need to finish this quickly," I muttered to myself.