At the Cliff of the Bell and Drum, at the peak of the precipice, fierce winds howled, and sword energy swept across, making the entire space of the cliff extremely tumultuous, filled with the sharp aura of swords. Especially within the area surrounded by the eight drums, it was completely engulfed by the whistling sword energy, with sounds of buzzing and thunder constantly echoing, as if playing a symphony of swords.

Li Xiaoyao had lost count of how many swords he had swung. Around him, a curtain of white sword light enveloped him completely, while the powerful sword energy rebounding from the eight drums continuously struck against the light curtain. At this moment, Li Xiaoyao was covered in wounds of various sizes.

However, he seemed to forget everything, immersed in the profundity of the sword energy, defending, attacking, and then defending again. If anyone were present, they would surely exclaim that this guy was reckless; as soon as the sword energy attacking him was defended against, he would immediately swing his Thunder Sword at the eight drums again, then bear the doubled sword energy attack unleashed from the drums. In this cycle, only sword energy remained, unceasing.

"Still no sound." Li Xiaoyao was very clear at this moment. Although what he was doing was dangerous, he also understood how much progress he had made. In the past, while practicing the Thunder Sword Technique, he thought he had reached his limit, but now he realized that the path of the sword had no limits; the stronger the person, the stronger the sword.

Initially, he had tried to strike one drum with half of his strength, then attacked two, three drums, until he was simultaneously attacking all eight drums. Consequently, he endured increasingly powerful counterattacks, and a moment's distraction could lead to injury from the sword energy, while his swordsmanship gradually strengthened in the process.

Next, Li Xiaoyao attempted to increase his attacking power, exerting six or seven layers of strength. Each time he thought he had reached his limit, he discovered that there were further limits beyond limits. Now, with a seven-layer attack, he simultaneously struck the eight drums, enduring eight counterattacks that surpassed all his strength, yet he was still able to barely hold on.

Unfortunately, the drums still only emitted a buzzing sound, with no ringing echoing forth.

In the Valley of Wind, on the Life and Death Platform, a crowd surrounded the area.

"What exactly is happening? Even the elders have come personally," the crowd murmured, looking at the figures on the Life and Death Platform, filled with confusion.

"That's Senior Brother Ren Yu, the strongest outer disciple from two months ago, who defeated an inner disciple in one move and entered the inner sect. Why is he here?"

"Ha, what's Ren Yu compared to the others? Did you not see the Butcher and Senior Brother Chen Tiexing are both here?"

"What? You're saying the Butcher and Senior Brother Chen Tiexing are among them?"

The crowd buzzed with excitement and chatter. The Butcher had a tremendous reputation in the Cang Hai Sect, reportedly the strongest among the inner disciples. As for Chen Tiexing, everyone in the Cang Hai Sect knew him; he was the top core disciple, the strongest among all disciples. It was said that Chen Tiexing's strength had surpassed that of many sect elders.

Such a formidable lineup appearing here was bound to astonish people.

In the distance, a gust of wind approached, revealing a giant Roc soaring through the air, impressive and majestic.

"They're coming." The figures on the Life and Death Platform turned their gazes toward the flying figure, their hearts tightening.

The Roc flew with incredible speed, arriving in an instant. The crowd of Cang Hai Sect gasped, sounds of shock and awe rising in unison.

"Heavens, there are people—two of them, and a beautiful woman in the Roc's embrace!"

The crowd felt their breath quicken. The sight of someone riding a Roc through the sky, accompanied by a beautiful woman, was a stunning spectacle, overwhelming for these outer disciples.

"Sorry to keep you waiting," a voice called out as the Roc descended onto the Life and Death Platform with unbelievable speed. The crowd then saw that the Roc was a martial spirit, its wings spread wide, resembling a true Roc, and its master was a young man with a strikingly handsome appearance.

"So young, a Roc martial spirit, how powerful it is! How can his strength be so great?"

"Wait, I heard that the top core disciple of the Moonlight Sect, Young Master Roc, possesses the Roc martial spirit and can soar through the sky. Could this person be...?"

"That's right; Young Master Roc is indeed deserving of his name, unmatched in lightness and agility. To carry someone and still soar through the air is extraordinary." Elder Xie Yun of Cang Hai Sect chuckled lightly, revealing that this person was none other than Chu Tianpeng, the top disciple of Moonlight Sect. Not long ago, Cang Hai Sect received a letter from Chu Tianpeng expressing his desire to witness the exceptional disciples of Cang Hai Sect and specifying that he would come directly to the Life and Death Platform. The intent was clear: he was here to challenge.

Chu Tianpeng, known as Young Master Roc, was extremely famous throughout the Xueyue Kingdom, ranked sixth among the eight young masters of the kingdom, and possessed immense strength. It could be said that no disciple of Cang Hai Sect could surpass him; even Chen Tiexing was no match for him. Thus, Cang Hai Sect was reluctant to let its disciples face Chu Tianpeng in battle. However, with the challenge presented, Cang Hai Sect had no choice but to face it head-on.

"The elders are overly kind. This is my junior sister, Li Xin, who recently advanced to the Spirit Martial Realm. I've come here for her. She has heard that the disciples of Cang Hai Sect are powerful, and she wants to witness it for herself. I hope the elder can facilitate this by arranging for a disciple of comparable strength to spar with my junior sister," Chu Tianpeng introduced the beautiful young girl beside him, a peculiar smile always lingering on his exceptionally handsome face.

Elder Xie Yun inwardly cursed Chu Tianpeng for being so ostentatious. Descending from the sky, it was clear he had come prepared, yet he was already elevating the status of Cang Hai Sect.

"Ren Yu, you go and spar with Miss Li Xin," Elder Xie Yun instructed. Ren Yu had defeated an inner disciple with one move when he first stepped into the Spirit Martial Realm two months ago, and now he had reached the pinnacle of the first level of the Spirit Martial Realm. If he couldn't defeat Li Xin, it would mean that no disciple at the first level of the Spirit Martial Realm in Cang Hai Sect could win against her.

"Yes, elder," Ren Yu nodded and stepped to the center of the Life and Death Platform, while Li Xin took her place opposite him.

"Junior sister, I'm going to make my move," Ren Yu declared as he released his martial spirit. Instantly, a layer of rock enveloped him, making him appear as if he were a stone man.

"That's Senior Brother Ren Yu's Rock Martial Spirit. Not only does it have extraordinary defense, but its attack power is also very strong. Senior Brother Ren Yu will definitely win," someone in the crowd remarked, gaining confidence upon seeing Ren Yu utilize his Rock Martial Spirit.

Although Ren Yu seemed to be wrapped in rock, his speed remained impressive, allowing him to reach Li Xin in an instant. He launched a powerful stone fist toward the slender Li Xin, causing many to worry for her.

"Ice." Li Xin whispered, a chill radiating from her, which unexpectedly froze Ren Yu's stone fist, making him feel as if his punch had become heavy and clumsy.

At this moment, Li Xin grasped Ren Yu's fist directly, and in an instant, frost spread up from her hands, quickly coating Ren Yu's rocky arm in a layer of ice, with even his body beginning to show signs of freezing.

"Such powerful Ice Spirit abilities," Xie Yun thought to himself. Warriors inherently possessed martial spirits, but the power of the same martial spirit could vary significantly in different hands. This difference was related to the warrior's own strength, the techniques they practiced, and their innate talent.

However, Xie Yun was not worried about Ren Yu, as he possessed the Rock Martial Spirit, which had exceptionally strong defensive capabilities.

"Fire." Li Xin called out again, and suddenly a scorching heat enveloped her. After the chilling frost, the intense flames burned through the rock, causing it to shatter. A scream erupted from Ren Yu as his body was sent flying.

"Ice and Fire." A glimmer flashed in Xie Yun's eyes, and his heart trembled. Same-source martial spirits; this must be a same-source martial spirit.

"Junior sister Li Xin is exceptionally powerful. I have lost," Ren Yu said, lowering his head as he retreated behind Xie Yun. The crowd was in an uproar—he had actually lost. A disciple chosen from the prestigious Cang Hai Sect had been defeated, and everyone felt a burning shame on their faces.

Chu Tianpeng still wore that peculiar smile as he scanned the crowd and said, "Hehe, any random person from Cang Hai Sect can possess such strength; truly remarkable. My junior sister is among the best at her level in my Moonlight Sect, and very few can defeat her."

"I originally wanted to see the excellent disciples of Cang Hai Sect, but since I have another request for the elder, let's set aside the sparring for now and discuss it later."

"What is it?" Xie Yun asked, his expression slightly stiff.

"My junior sister's uncle's son, Li Xiaoyao, has disrespected his elders and has been extremely arrogant, injuring a fellow clansman. Since he is an outer disciple of Cang Hai Sect, I hope the elder can hand him over to me. Surely, Cang Hai Sect wouldn't want such a disciple," Chu Tianpeng stated.

Upon hearing this, Xie Yun immediately understood. This was Chu Tianpeng's true intention. He knew that if he directly asked Cang Hai Sect for someone, they would never agree, as it would damage their reputation. However, Chu Tianpeng was clever; by having Li Xin defeat Ren Yu, he left enough face for Cang Hai Sect.

Of course, if Xie Yun did not agree to Chu Tianpeng's request, it was likely that he would not remain so agreeable.

"It seems that Chu Tianpeng has an interest in Li Xin; otherwise, he wouldn't have come to Cang Hai Sect personally. The ice and fire same-source martial spirit is indeed impressive. As for an outer disciple, let him take him away," Xie Yun decided in his heart and instructed those around him, "Go and bring Li Xiaoyao here."

Hearing Xie Yun's words, Chu Tianpeng smiled, while a trace of coldness flashed in Li Xin's eyes.

As for Li Xiaoyao, he had no idea about the events unfolding in Wind Valley. At this moment, he was surrounded by countless sword auras, each capable of taking his life. His Dark Martial Spirit was unleashed to its peak, and he executed the Thunder Blade Technique to an unimaginable degree. The swords transformed into a white circle of light, with the thunderous explosions resonating with the tearing sword qi, creating a terrifying scene.

Moreover, at this moment, Li Xiaoyao was holding nothing back, constantly striking the Eight-Sided Bell with all his strength.