Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World
Chapter 315 - 178: Thousand Poison Sect’s Wu Xinyu, Phantom Poisonous Smog_2

Chapter 315: Chapter 178: Thousand Poison Sect’s Wu Xinyu, Phantom Poisonous Smog_2

"Junior Brother Mo, where’s the Bone Cleansing Flower? Hurry up and let us take a look."

Mo Buwen cautiously fished out a palm-sized, silver-white flower from his robe.

Gu Sheng and Huang Miaoyin couldn’t hide the smiles on their faces upon seeing the Bone Cleansing Flower. "It really is the Bone Cleansing Flower! Soon we’ll be able to advance to the Silver Bone Realm!"

"Haha, today really has been lucky! We’ve barely stepped out and already come across a fat herd like this! And to think they even have the Bone Cleansing Flower—excellent, superb!"

While they were still rejoicing, a voice filled with laughter came from the depths of the distant forest, and moments later, five figures emerged.

These five were all dressed in identical purple robes—the uniform of the Thousand Poison Sect.

The leader was a long-haired man with a feminine appearance, holding a white feather fan. Though he seemed effeminate, his strength was formidable, boasting cultivation in the Silver Bone Realm. Moreover, he exuded an air of nobility born from years of privilege.

Among the remaining four, one was a hulking man with a sturdy frame, broad shoulders, and a deep, oppressive aura—also a cultivator in the Silver Bone Realm. The other three were at the Bronze Bone Realm, though their profound energy rivaled even Huang Miaoyin and Gu Sheng, surpassing Mo Buwen.

These four followed closely behind the long-haired man, their eyes filled with respect. Their relationship appeared less like that of typical sect brothers and more akin to that of master and servants!

Lin Miaomiao’s expression soured upon seeing them. "Wu Xinyu! Why aren’t you playing the pampered songbird back in your sect instead of meddling in the Red Cloud Mountain Range? Aren’t you afraid you might die here by accident? If that happens, your father would weep himself to death!"

The long-haired man sneered coldly at her words. "Ha! So it’s you, Lin Miaomiao! What luck to run into you the moment I entered the mountains—it seems fortune isn’t on your side today. As the senior sister of the Holy Pill Sect’s War God Peak outer sect, killing you will surely shatter your sect’s morale!"

Lin Miaomiao didn’t respond but instead lowered her voice to address Gu Sheng and the others. "Don’t linger in combat later. Retreat immediately."

Gu Sheng disagreed. "Senior Sister, Thousand Poison Sect’s techniques are weak in direct combat. Facing them head-on might offer a slim chance of survival. If we choose to flee, our hope diminishes further!"

After quickly assessing the strength of the Thousand Poison Sect members, Gu Sheng added, "Senior Sister, if you can keep them occupied for a minute, I can eliminate those three at the Bronze Bone Realm first! After that, we can slowly wear down the remaining two!"

Lin Miaomiao sighed humorlessly. "Wu Xinyu is no ordinary foe. His father, Wu Gui, is the Thousand Poison Sect’s Second Elder and holds considerable power in the sect. Wu Gui cherishes his only son dearly. If we truly kill him, it could lead to unforeseeable calamity!"

While both the Holy Pill Sect and the Thousand Poison Sect had issued killing orders targeting the other sect’s disciples, these primarily targeted lower-ranking members. Wu Xinyu’s special status made his death an unpredictable trigger for his father’s wrath.

Wu Xinyu clearly understood this as well, which explained his lack of concern for his safety.

"Capture them! Be careful with the Bone Cleansing Flower—it’s valuable, so don’t damage it!"

At Wu Xinyu’s command, the four subordinates immediately sprang into action, launching a dense barrage of hidden weapons.

Lin Miaomiao and the others were forced to dive into the forest, using the trees for cover.

Lin Miaomiao took the Bone Cleansing Flower from Mo Buwen and handed it to Gu Sheng. "Junior Brother Gu, you’ll be relatively safer in the rear as a shooter. You’ll temporarily safeguard the Bone Cleansing Flower! Remember, anyone else can be injured, but Wu Xinyu must not be harmed fatally, or our consequences will be dire!"

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Gu Sheng stored the Bone Cleansing Flower and immediately began loading the Shattering Star Crossbow.

"Rest easy, Senior Sister! I will act with discretion!"

"You three, follow me and keep them occupied to create shooting opportunities for Junior Brother Gu!"

After the Thousand Poison Sect completed their initial wave of hidden weapon attacks, Lin Miaomiao promptly issued a combat directive. "Charge!"

The four of them rushed out of the forest simultaneously, targeting only one person—Wu Xinyu!

They understood the principle of striking at the leader first.

Facing their assault, Wu Xinyu remained composed, a sneer curling on his lips. "Trying to crush me like a soft target? Let me show you what I can do!"

"Poison Blast Spark!"

With a casual flick, Wu Xinyu tossed out two black objects, followed by a snap of his fan that sent two flying needles toward them.

Knowing the lethality of Poison Blast Spark from prior encounters with the Thousand Poison Sect, Lin Miaomiao shouted urgently, "Retreat!"

As Wu Xinyu’s flying needles struck the black objects, they exploded violently, sending sparks flying and thick smoke billowing out. The aftermath scattered corrosive materials that instantly disintegrated fallen branches and leaves. Even the soil changed color, and the air filled with a nauseating stench.

Thanks to Lin Miaomiao’s quick reaction, she avoided the blast. Huang Miaoyin and Gu Sheng managed to shield themselves in time, minimizing the damage. Mo Buwen, with the weakest combat capabilities, was caught directly by the explosion. Fortunately, Lin Miaomiao pulled him away in time, leaving him with only minor injuries from the initial shockwave. Had he been engulfed by the toxic fumes, he would’ve been gravely harmed!

"Hold your breath—the smoke is poisonous!"

Taking Lin Miaomiao’s advice, her comrades hurriedly started holding their breath.

"Ha! I’d like to see how long you can keep that up!"

Seeing his attack land effectively, Wu Xinyu looked down on the group even further. Gently fluttering his fan, he signaled his group to continue fighting.

A Thousand Poison Sect Silver Bone Realm warrior unsheathed a poisoned short blade and charged at Lin Miaomiao, who struggled to defend herself while avoiding the blade’s venom.

The other three opponents began engaging Huang Miaoyin, Gu Sheng, and Mo Buwen separately.

With the others bogged down, Wu Xinyu retrieved a small crossbow.

He took out venom-coated arrowheads, loaded them, and aimed at Lin Miaomiao as she fought. "Heh! Perfect opportunity to test my father’s new Soul-snatching Arrow on you!"

Meanwhile, Gu Sheng had pushed the Snake Breath Skill to its peak, rendering his aura nearly undetectable.

As Wu Xinyu aimed the deadly arrows, Gu Sheng felt a chill run down his spine—a warning from his body signaling the lethal threat of those arrows!

Taking a deep breath, Gu Sheng raised his Shattering Star Crossbow and targeted Wu Xinyu’s hand.

"Ah!"

Just as Wu Xinyu finished setting the arrows and prepared to fire, a bolt from the dense forest pierced his hand.

The excruciating pain made his grip falter, causing the crossbow to clatter to the ground.

Wu Xinyu’s eyes seethed with hatred as he glared toward the origin of the shot. "The archer is hiding in there—drag him out of the forest! I want him torn to pieces!"

The Silver Bone Realm warrior battling Lin Miaomiao immediately forced her back, preparing to charge into the forest.

Lin Miaomiao wasn’t about to let him go unchecked and quickly pursued him.

Recognizing Gu Sheng’s threat, Wu Xinyu’s fury reached its peak. He retrieved a red bottle from his waist and held it aloft.

"Get out of my way!"

Before finishing his words, he tossed the bottle directly into the center of the battlefield, unconcerned about collateral damage.

The Thousand Poison Sect members’ faces turned pale upon seeing the red bottle. Ignoring Lin Miaomiao and the others’ attacks, they broke away and retreated. One member even took a blade strike from Gu Sheng without hesitation, desperate to escape the radius.

The bottle shattered upon impact with the ground, releasing an intense red smoke that quickly enveloped everyone.

Shrouded by the smoke, Lin Miaomiao and her comrades’ eyes turned bloodshot, their consciousness muddied, and their breaths twisted into beastly growls. Under the influence of the smoke, the four began attacking each other viciously with their weapons!

The red bottle contained a toxin known as Hallucinogenic Frenzy Gas!

Concocted using the venom of the Frenzy Stoat—an animal at the Marrow Refining Realm—it was one of the Thousand Poison Sect’s highest-level poisons!