Wang Xiaoqiang instinctively glanced at the Black Demon and the Dragon Serpent Great Demon. Now, besides having Zhao Xiaorou as the Sword Spirit and the Patterned Beast as the Pet Beast, Wang Xiaoqiang also had Old Ge and Little Yin as Fierce Ghosts, the Dragon Serpent Great Demon as a Demon Species, and the Black Demon as a Demon.

Spirit, Beast, Ghost, Demon, Evil... All were present. Looking at his burgeoning Puppet Army, Wang Xiaoqiang felt both comforted and emboldened, and thus he ordered the advance to continue.

The main pet continued advancing along the pathway, and eventually, they arrived at the Ninth Pass.

As Sword Spirit Zhao Xiaorou had predicted, guarding the Ninth Pass was an Evil Immortal,

and indeed, this Evil Immortal was a Purple Mansion Immortal,

not a False Purple Mansion, but a real Purple Mansion Immortal,

an Evil Immortal of the Purple Mansion Immortal First Ice Realm, equivalent in power to the pinnacle of the Purple Mansion Immortal First Ice Realm or even the Purple Mansion Immortal Second Ice Realm,

He imposed substantial pressure on Wang Xiaoqiang because Wang Xiaoqiang had previously crossed paths with a Purple Mansion Immortal and knew their formidable power, completely beyond his ability to contend with. Fortunately, he now had a powerful Puppet Army, although this left him still somewhat uneasy, as he was unsure whether this Evil Immortal had comprehended the True Intention.

If the opponent had grasped the True Intention, then he truly couldn't pass this Ninth Pass; if not, there was still a chance to force his way through.

This Evil Immortal was unlike those encountered in previous passes,

This Evil Immortal had long white hair, handsome and suave, his age indiscernible, his face slightly pale, eyes brilliant yet indifferent,

His face lacked the sinister expression typical of Evil Immortals, instead displaying a masterly demeanor, and there was no aloof, icy arrogance between his brows, rather an air of returning to simplicity,

Purple Mansion Immortals, whether orthodox cultivators or Evil Immortals, inevitably engender a unique aura, a culmination of Cultivation Base and seasoned experience, a repository of a cultivator's essence.

Standing, Wang Xiaoqiang's expression was calm, his eyes indifferent as he regarded the Evil Immortal, inwardly churning with great waves,

The more this Evil Immortal differed from ordinary Evil Immortals, the more powerful Wang Xiaoqiang perceived him to be, both in Cultivation Base and mindset.

But the stronger this Evil Immortal appeared, the more Wang Xiaoqiang sought to display calmness and indifference.

Wang Xiaoqiang's calmness and indifference greatly surprised the Evil Immortal, especially when observing Wang Xiaoqiang's formidable Puppet Army, a hint of doubt crossed the Evil Immortal's heart,

Yet, his face remained as still as an ancient well, and his gaze equally detached. He glanced at Wang Xiaoqiang and said coldly, "Wang Xiaoqiang, you are quite something. I have high hopes for you. Actually, having passed the Eighth Pass, you could claim the title in this Golden Immortal Ranking tournament. Why bother with this Ninth Pass? Wasting effort and potentially risking your life for nothing?"

"Hmm? You know me?" Wang Xiaoqiang raised an eyebrow and focused his gaze on the Evil Immortal.

"If I didn't know you, if you weren't Wang Xiaoqiang, I wouldn't waste my breath on you..." the Evil Immortal sneered.

"Are you so certain I'll take first place?" Wang Xiaoqiang's expression returned to indifference, coldly sweeping his gaze over the Evil Immortal.

"Almost certainly. After all, in previous tournaments, the champions only reached the Eighth Pass, and in two instances, someone took the title having only passed the Seventh Pass..." the Evil Immortal continued with his detached demeanor, as if recounting a mundane story.

"So, you're not certain after all?" Wang Xiaoqiang asked.

"Hiss..." The Evil Immortal sneered, "Before the tournament ends, not even the Biluo Heavenly Emperor could be certain. After all, there's always someone stronger, more skilled people are aplenty..."

"Then why do you urge me to forfeit?" Wang Xiaoqiang said with slight anger.

"It's rare for someone so young to have such Cultivation Base and fortune. A genius for sure; I don't want to see such a talent wasted away," the Evil Immortal nonchalantly replied, glancing at the Lightning Mark between Wang Xiaoqiang's brows.

"Evil Immortals are inherently sinister, with extreme and violent behavior, unlikely to harbor any empathy. It can't be that simple?" Wang Xiaoqiang questioned, suspiciously.

"Hmm, Wang Xiaoqiang, you truly are a cunning, foxlike individual, and it's no surprise someone wants to protect you..." the Evil Immortal's eyes remained indifferent, with a trace of admiration and jealousy.

"What? Someone wants to protect me?" Wang Xiaoqiang said, shocked and puzzled, "Who is it?"

"You don't need to know, and I won't tell you," the Evil Immortal waved a hand, "If you insist on challenging this Ninth Pass, I won't hold back. Although I won't kill you, I will cripple your Cultivation Base, leaving only your Heavenly Eye..."

"Cripple my Cultivation Base, leaving my Heavenly Eye." Wang Xiaoqiang's eyes flashed again, "So, the one protecting me wants to use my Heavenly Eye?"

"Hmph... Whether yes or no, figure it out yourself." The Evil Immortal became vague, refusing to elaborate, gestured with his right hand at Wang Xiaoqiang and said, "Come on, give it your all. I won't kill you, but becoming an invalid by losing your Cultivation Base might be no better than death..."

"Haha... Why are you Evil Immortals always so self-righteous?" Wang Xiaoqiang sneered...

"The Evil Immortals I killed in previous passes were all so self-assured, boasting about effortlessly killing me, some even claiming I wasn't worth the effort, and what happened? They all became stepping stones on my path."

The Evil Immortal's face reddened slightly, finally revealing a hint of anger, "It's quite simple; they were merely Daluo Golden Immortals, and I am a Purple Mansion Immortal..."

"Alright, today, I insist on killing you, the Purple Mansion Immortal..." Wang Xiaoqiang declared, and with a thought, his Puppet Army moved in unison, unleashing Magic Treasures and Spell Techniques at the Evil Immortal.

The Black Demon Palm struck, instantly forming a Demonic Qi Palm, directly striking at the Evil Immortal. The Dragon Serpent Great Demon unleashed the Dual-Color Immortal Sword, slicing through the air toward the Evil Immortal, while the Patterned Beast spewed flames at the Evil Immortal. Old Ge launched the Bone Talisman at the Evil Immortal, and Little Yin released the Divine Pattern Drill to launch a sneak attack.

In an instant, Magic Treasures and Spell Techniques struck the Evil Immortal.

The Evil Immortal remained unmoved, facing them with a cold smile, his face showing faint disdain, and with a wave of his right hand, he raised the Immortal Ice Barrier,

This Immortal Ice Barrier was pure ice blue, the true Immortal Ice Barrier, proving that the under-attack Evil Immortal was indeed a true Purple Mansion Immortal.

Boom, boom, boom...

Bang, bang, bang...

Magic Treasures and Spell Techniques bombarded the Immortal Ice Barrier, causing it to tremble violently, even distort under pressure, yet it eventually withstood all attacks without shattering.

"Haha... All in vain," the Evil Immortal chuckled proudly, fixed his gaze on Wang Xiaoqiang, and said, "See? I am a Purple Mansion Immortal, a true one, and certainly can say I'll kill you..."

Wang Xiaoqiang remained silent, the Purple Mansion Immortal proved formidable, intensifying the pressure in his heart.

"Wang Xiaoqiang, continue... let your puppets attack me, and also use your own moves... I want you to lose with complete conviction..." the Evil Immortal taunted, beckoning Wang Xiaoqiang, his tone provocative and face playful. (To be continued. If you like this story, feel free to visit Qidian (qidian.com) and vote with recommendations or monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)

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