World's Strongest Martial Warrior

3Deep within an ancient forest, ten thousand miles east of Qing Yuan State, two figures appeared silently atop a dense and towering tree. They were Peter Parker and his companion, having recently departed from Qing Yuan State City. Following the Cold Wind Immortal Sect's exit from the city, Peter and Xue Qiansha concealed their presence, vigilantly monitoring the sect's every action. Peter was acutely aware that neither Danilo Lujan nor the Nine Li Immortal Sect would relinquish their pursuit of the coveted Tribulation Transformation Pill without a fight. The imminent struggle would undoubtedly revolve around the Cold Wind Immortal Sect.    

    

By remaining hidden and observing the Cold Wind Immortal Sect, Peter and Xue Qiansha planned to capitalize on the ensuing chaos. Should Blood Wushang and his associates from Danilo Lujan's faction engage in a fierce battle with the Cold Wind Immortal Sect, resulting in significant losses for both, Peter and Xue Qiansha could then stealthily seize the opportunity to benefit from the fallout—and possibly even eliminate Blood Wushang and his compatriots.    

    

To further evade detection, Peter had shared the Primordial Energy Qi Technique with Xue Qiansha, known as Blood Thousand Kills. Their combined strength, coupled with the technique, rendered them virtually undetectable, even to cultivators of the Great Vehicle level.    

    

"Have we dealt with the tail that was following us?" Peter inquired in a hushed tone, his eyes scanning through the foliage to observe the distant figures who had settled hundreds of miles away. Despite Xue Wushang and Li Xiao's primary focus on the Tribulation Transformation Pill, they had still taken precautions to have their movements tracked.    

    

After leaving Qing Yuan State City, Peter had intentionally diverted their path, entrusting Xue Qiansha with the task of eliminating their pursuers. "Master, rest assured, we've handled everything. Our whereabouts should remain unknown," Xue Qiansha assured him. His gaze then shifted to the Cold Wind Immortal Sect's encampment, his brow furrowing in confusion. "It's quite peculiar. The Cold Wind Immortal Sect only just left the city. Why have they stopped to rest here?"    

    

It was clear that the Cold Wind Immortal Sect, having enlisted the aid of a Great Cheng cultivator, was also cognizant of the fact that Danilo Lujan and the Nine Li Immortal Sect wouldn't easily abandon their quest for the Tribulation Transformation Pill.    

    

Given the circumstances, it was imperative that they return to the Cold Wind Immortal Sect without delay.    

    

The group from the Windy Wind Immortal School had barely traveled ten thousand miles from Azure Yuan State City before they paused for a rest, which was quite unusual.    

    

"There's a significant number of hidden auras in the woods ahead, including some cultivators from the Mahayana Realm. The Icy Wind Immortal Sect must have detected something," Peter Parker observed, glancing at the mountain range before the Cold Wind Immortal Sect's group, his eyes narrowing instinctively.    

    

With Peter Parker's strength nearing that of the Sovereign Lord of the Martial Path, his senses were exceptionally sharp. He detected two auras surpassing those of quasi Great Vehicle cultivators in the mountain range. Clearly, they were two bona fide Great Vehicle cultivators.    

    

Despite their well-concealed auras, they lacked secret techniques like the Mixed Energy Qi Technique, making them detectable to Peter Parker's acute senses. Alongside these two, there were several auras that were all too familiar to him.    

    

Without a doubt, the groups concealed in the mountains were likely allies of Danilo Lujan and the Nine Li Immortal Sect.    

    

"It seems those two are quite intent on securing the Tribulation Transformation Pill," Peter Parker mused silently, assessing the situation within the mountain range.    

    

Perched atop a towering ancient tree, Peter Parker found the perfect vantage point to survey the scene below. A subtle smile played on his lips as his gaze swept over the quiet forest.    

    

It appeared that the Cold Wind Immortal Sect had also sensed something amiss, which explained their reluctance to venture into the mountain forest.    

    

Danilo Lujan and the Nine Li Immortal Sect, on the other hand, seemed to be biding their time, waiting for their adversaries to make the first move. Each faction was poised to let the others clash with the Cold Wind Immortal Sect, hoping to swoop in and claim the spoils once both parties were weakened.    

    

With the three major powers at an impasse, the outcome hinged on who would lose their patience first.    

    

As they waited, time trickled by. A serene atmosphere enveloped the area, lingering for what seemed like an eternity.    

    

After an indeterminate amount of time had passed, Peter Parker, who had been resting with his eyes closed against a tree trunk, suddenly became alert. His eyes instinctively opened and scanned the surroundings.    

    

He noticed that the members of the Cold Wind Immortal Sect, who had been resting nearby, were now on the move.    

    

However, they weren't advancing towards the mountain range ahead. Instead, they veered off to the side.    

    

Clearly, the Celestial Gate of Frigid Wind had long ago detected the danger lurking in the forest. Unwilling to delay any further, they opted for a detour to make their exit.    

    

Just as the Wind-Wind Immortal Sect prepared to circumvent the area, someone within the mountain range grew restless.    

    

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"    

    

Four figures, emanating monstrous blood Qi, erupted within the mountains. Transforming into four streaks of crimson light, they shot up into the sky before landing squarely in front of the Wind-Wind Immortal Sect's assembly.    

    

Simultaneously, a sinister and chilling laugh echoed through the heavens.    

    

"Tsk tsk... Old demon Bing He, it's been ages since our paths last crossed. I wouldn't have pegged you for the cautious type."    

    

Facing the newcomers, the leader of the Winter Wind Immortal Sect, a blue-robed elder exuding an aura as cold as millennia-old ice, fixed his gaze on the imposing figure in a blood-red robe. "Xue Jiuming, so you've finally lost your patience."    

    

The man in the blood-red robe was none other than Xue Jiuming, the right-hand protector of the Danilo Lujan Sect!    

    

"Old monster Bing He, you're not affiliated with the Windy Wind Immortal Sect. Why entangle yourself in this conflict? Provoking my Danilo Lujan Sect over the Cold Wind Immortal Sect seems unwise," Xue Jiuming remarked with a sly grin. "There's still time for you to walk away."    

    

Old Monster Bing He responded with a cold snort, "Xue Jiuming, don't think you can intimidate me with the Danilo Lujan name. You're committed to serving others. Whether you can seize the Tribulation Transformation Pill is a matter of your own capability."    

    

"If you turn down a toast, you must face the consequences. Since you can't recognize what's in your best interest, don't hold it against me if I come off as rude."    

    

Xue Jiuming's words hung in the air as his gaze drifted involuntarily to a section of the mountain range behind him. "Li Tianyuan, show yourself. What's the point of skulking in the shadows at this hour?"    

    

Despite having taken the initiative to halt Old Monster Ice River and the Windy Wind Immortal Sect's advance, he was no fool.    

    

A direct assault would merely hand the Nine Li Immortal Sect, lurking unseen, the perfect opportunity to profit from the chaos.    

    

The optimal strategy was to coax the Nine Li Immortal Sect out first, then join forces with them to approach the Frigid Wind Immortal Sect. There would be time enough for a fair contest later.    

    

"Swish, swish, swish..."    

    

The sound of slicing wind followed the fading echo of Blood Nine Ming's voice, emanating from within the mountain range.    

    

Subsequently...    

    

Four figures emerged slowly from the mountain's embrace.    

    

Among them, three belonged to Li Xiao's party. Leading Li Xiao and his companions was a black-clad elder whose presence was shrouded in mystery.    

    

His aura was deep and impenetrable, every bit the equal of the Danilo Lujan Sect's Xue Jiuming.