“Damn it.”
While most were in awe, the Zhutian Sect leader and others furrowed their brows.
To them, Lu Yingzhuo was their last hope.
But now, even their last hope seemed unable to contend with Chu Feng.
This made them uneasy.
However, they didn’t completely despair. On the contrary, they still held a glimmer of hope.
Despite Lu Yingzhuo’s pitiful state, the Zhutian Sect leader still harbored some expectations.
“Zhutian Sect, look at the mess you’ve caused.”
Suddenly, the leader of the Nine Star Heavenly Mountain turned to the Zhutian Sect leader with an angry expression.
“What does this have to do with me?” the Zhutian Sect leader retorted coldly.
“If you hadn’t provoked the Secret Cave Saints, would we be in this situation?”
“If you hadn’t provoked them, would they have stolen our treasures?” the Nine Star Heavenly Mountain leader demanded.
“You… you’re utterly foolish and unreasonable,” the Zhutian Sect leader snapped, genuinely infuriated by the accusation.
After all, when the Secret Cave Saints appeared at the Tomb of the Demon-Slaying Emperor, they had stolen an inheritance meant for the Zhutian Sect.
The Zhutian Sect was clearly the victim, so how was it now their fault?
“Enough, now is not the time for infighting.”
“Since that elder is no match for the Secret Cave Saints, we can only guard the barrier’s exit and ensure that person doesn’t escape,” said the leader of the Miao Heavenly Clan.
“The outcome isn’t decided yet,” the Zhutian Sect leader replied.
“Oh? Does that elder have another trump card?” the others asked curiously.
“Just watch closely, and you’ll see,” the Zhutian Sect leader said.
In truth, even he wasn’t certain if Lu Yingzhuo’s next move could defeat Chu Feng.
Though he had never faced the Secret Cave Saints himself, he had heard tales of their prowess.
Especially the one called Shura, who had once controlled a formation so powerful that even Tuoba Chengan and others could only flee.
To the Zhutian Sect leader, the person in the barrier world was likely not a member of the Secret Cave Saints but Shura himself.
So, despite knowing Lu Yingzhuo had a trump card, he lacked absolute confidence.
He wasn’t sure if Shura had other trump cards.
But because he knew the power of Lu Yingzhuo’s treasure, he still held some hope.
“Damn it.”
Inside the barrier world, Lu Yingzhuo was beaten bloody, tumbling in disarray, utterly humiliated.
Even he knew Chu Feng was toying with him, mocking him.
Yet he had no way to counter, as he was genuinely no match for Chu Feng.
This was excruciating, especially the blow to his pride.
But he didn’t believe he was doomed.
Yet, hesitation flickered in his eyes.
He was unsure whether to use his trump card.
The main reason was that the trump card could only be used once, and it was priceless. Unless absolutely necessary, it should not be used.
If he used it and it failed to achieve the desired effect, he would feel uneasy.
But finally, the hesitation in his eyes vanished, replaced by resolve.
He made his decision.
Swish—
Suddenly, a talisman appeared in his hand.
It was a white talisman inscribed with black runes.
The runes were eerie but exuded a powerful aura.
As the talisman appeared, Lu Yingzhuo threw it out.
It turned into a streak of light, shooting toward Chu Feng.
The talisman was so fast that by the time Chu Feng noticed it, it was already near him.
Seeing this, Chu Feng quickly unleashed his barrier power, forming a protective formation in front of himself.
At the same time, he retreated, trying to put as much distance as possible between himself and the talisman.
He was cautious because he could sense the considerable power within the talisman.
Buzz—
But soon, the talisman exploded.
As it shattered, a transparent energy body rapidly spread from within.
The energy body’s speed was even faster than the talisman’s and incredibly strange.
It passed through Chu Feng’s protective formation as if it were nothing.
And because it expanded so quickly, it soon caught up to Chu Feng.
What happened next was the strangest part.
The energy body passed through Chu Feng’s body.
Yet, it caused no harm or effect.
Chu Feng could see that the energy body was spherical.
He was now trapped inside it.
Clang—
After the energy body passed through him, a piercing clang resounded from all directions.
The next moment, the energy body turned into a steel-like substance.
It sealed Chu Feng inside.
“It’s a cage formation!!!”
Finally, Chu Feng understood.
The energy body had transformed.
It was no longer an intangible force that could pass through everything but a solid, steel-like substance.
And with one glance, Chu Feng could tell the steel was incredibly tough—impossible for a First-Rank Supreme to break.
“No, it’s more than a cage formation.”
But soon, Chu Feng’s gaze deepened.
He noticed patterns appearing on the steel, glowing faintly.
At the same time, an oppressive force enveloped him from all sides.
This wasn’t just a cage formation—it was a cage formation designed to kill its captive!!!
“No wonder he hesitated earlier. So, he was debating whether to use this trump card.”
Though Chu Feng had seen through the formation’s power, he didn’t panic. Instead, a knowing smile curved his lips, as if he had seen through everything.
“What is that?”
While Chu Feng understood the talisman’s power, those outside didn’t.
The talisman was so fast that many didn’t even see Lu Yingzhuo act.
In their view, Chu Feng had been dominating Lu Yingzhuo.
But suddenly, a massive steel fortress appeared.
It had formed exactly where Chu Feng stood, sealing him inside.
Yes, in their eyes, it wasn’t a cage formation but a steel fortress.
Everyone knew the purpose of a steel fortress.
It was for self-protection.
