The Ethereal Domains

Chapter 565: Ambush!

Ambush! . . .

Cha Eun Xiao had always maintained a stoic indifference to the praise and songs sung in celebration of his victories. Triumphs in this lowly realm held little significance to him. He never sought satisfaction in surpassing a mere colony of ants.

However, on this day, as he moved through the land, he sensed danger drawing near. An alertness overcame him, yet he remained calm. Without panic, he swiftly darted away from the looming peril, his movements akin to a gentle yet rapid breeze.

In the eyes of observers, he appeared only slightly swifter than usual. In truth, he was moving at an astonishing speed, leaving his original position far behind, a blurry afterimage marking his rapid escape.

"Shoot!" - a faint, swift sound echoed.

A sharp, celestial blade of light pierced the illusory image of Cha Eun Xiao, scattering starlight around.

Simultaneously, someone exclaimed, "Oh?"

The attacker, it seemed, was taken aback by the failed assault. Their surprise was a testament to their newfound recognition of Feng Monarch's true abilities.

Cha Eun Xiao continued to surge away, a shooting star disappearing into the first light of dawn, employing his supreme martial arts.

The danger was multi-pronged. Enemies encroached from three different directions, each exuding an overwhelming and terrifying vigor.

Faced with attacks from three sides, Cha Eun Xiao's escape route was limited to a single direction. However, he quickly regretted his choice, realizing he should have opted for a different path. It seemed the only way to flee from danger, but it was fraught with unpredictability.

He should have chosen to retreat to Ling-Bao Hall or veer to the right. In both directions, he would have found powerful reinforcements capable of thwarting his assailants. But in the heat of the moment, his initial thought was simply that the attackers were formidable. In reality, they were indeed fearsome: three peak Sky Origin Stage cultivators converging from different angles.

Cha Eun Xiao had fled toward the one apparent escape route, but as he continued his flight, he knew he had made the wrong choice.

His options were limited. Even with a second chance to decide, he would have still selected this path. He understood that the other three directions would have led to chaos, and innocent civilians would likely fall victim to the ensuing turmoil.

The unleashed energy of these powerful cultivators could easily claim the lives of bystanders. These attackers appeared indifferent to the collateral damage they might cause.

The individuals who had targeted Feng Zhiling this time were truly ruthless and inhumane, treating the lives of ordinary people as expendable. If Cha Eun Xiao chose to confront them in this location, they would not hesitate to trample over the lives of countless innocents.

Cha Eun Xiao moved with the swiftness of a flying arrow, determination etched into every step. Having chosen this path, he had resolved to remain resolute, unshaken by the potential trap set before him. [Would I fear the trap they set for me?]

In the blink of an eye...

Three torrents of murderous energy surged, relentlessly pursuing him from three distinct directions. Their presence was felt intensely even though Cha Eun Xiao couldn't yet lay eyes on his adversaries. Their killing intent was palpable, and they were rapidly closing the gap, trailing just a bit behind.

The trio harnessed an extreme form of murderous energy, aiming it directly at Cha Eun Xiao. This force prevented him from altering his course. He had no choice but to continue his headlong flight, for any deviation might expose him to the ghastly energy, leading to dire consequences.

A concealed adversary was the most perilous, and Cha Eun Xiao recognized the gravity of his situation. With a sigh, he maintained his breakneck pace, his turns becoming increasingly rapid. He was pushing the boundaries of his speed.

- Shoot! - In a mere instant, a black streak shot up from behind him. Only his extraordinary velocity could produce such an effect. The sudden boost catapulted Cha Eun Xiao further away from the pursuers, creating a more substantial separation. They had been approximately fifty meters behind but were now eighty meters distant. While still not entirely safe, the increased distance could mean the difference between life and death. The line between survival and demise was razor-thin.

Observing this, his adversaries issued a collective shout. Having successfully distanced himself from them, Cha Eun Xiao was eager to make a turn. Yet, just as he was preparing to alter his trajectory, a chorus of shouts emanated from three different directions. Three torrents of energy surged towards him, brimming with murderous intent. The intensity of the killing energy soared skyward, locking onto Cha Eun Xiao with unwavering determination.

Frustration welled up within Cha Eun Xiao. [The two great sects have certainly invested considerable effort in this endeavor. They've dispatched numerous formidable superior cultivators. What an intricate scheme!]