Shu Han divided himself into three, each holding the Thunder Summoning Banner, forming the seal of the Green Thunder Tribulation Technique.
The thunder from the heavens, combined with the thunder powered by Shu Han's own magic, danced back and forth on the three Thunder Summoning Banners. Together, they formed a triangular net of darting thunder, beckoning a myriad of Thunder Hell to press above the heads of these maidens.
Thunder descended, obliterating all life!
The eldest sister brushed back her temple hair with a solemn shout, "Stay focused! This foe is formidable! Use the Celestial Hairpin Formation!" Taking the lead, she pulled a silvery hairpin from her elegantly coiled hair. Jet-black locks flowed like water over her shoulders. Holding the hairpin with her crimson lips, she watched with a heavy gaze as the accumulating thunder converged. Then, her hands suddenly came together.
The other sisters mirrored her actions. Holding their hands in prayer, the hairpins in their mouths gleamed with a silver light.
Four pillars of light soared to the skies. A colossal celestial hairpin rose between them. With their slender arms pointing to the heavens, the hairpin surged with great speed toward Shu Han.
"Dragon-Tiger Tribulation Descend!"
With a crash, the thunder formed a mighty Dragon-Tiger Tribulation. With the roar of the dragon and the roar of the tiger, it collided with the hairpin, proving to be its equal.
Aghast, Shu Han thought, "These four women seem to be only at the Foundation Establishment's mid-phase, yet their combined strength matches my Green Thunder Tribulation Formation. Truly impressive."
"Thunder Serpent Tribulation Descend!"
A thunder serpent spiraled down. With a joint effort, the four sisters courageously blocked the tribulation.
Watching this, Shu Han couldn't help but admire their resilience, thinking it was quite commendable. He then waved the Thunder Summoning Banner, and white thunder danced upon it. The moment the white thunder emerged, the nature of the thunder formation underwent a drastic transformation. From a power of destruction, it evolved into a force of chaos.
This was an innovative idea Shu Han had while crafting the Thunder Summoning Banner, incorporating a touch of Chaotic Immortal Stone and an ample amount of Heavenly Creation Fluid, bestowing the banner with the ability to summon the chaos thunder.
Yet, this was just a concept he'd never put into action. Now was the moment to test the true power of the Thunder Summoning Banner.
"Chaotic Tribulation Descend!"
With a swift motion, the Chaos Thunder Tribulation drained three-quarters of his spiritual power.
The vast magic exchange yielded a power capable of decimating the heavens and earth. When the Chaos Tribulation descended, the towering celestial hairpin shattered instantly. The four sisters were heavily injured by the force, their horrified eyes watching the white thunderbolt plummeting from the skies.
"Fellow Daoist! Spare them!"
Xiao Zian suddenly cried out, rushing forward.
Shu Han's brow furrowed, but he dispelled the thunderbolt that was about to consume the four sisters, substituting it with the regular Dragon-Tiger Thunder Tribulation, causing all four of them to collapse to the ground. Blood oozed from their mouths, their bodies convulsing, with faint electric arcs dancing upon their delicate frames. The eldest, having a more profound cultivation, attempted to rise, but the Eight-Direction Evil-Breaking Sword, emanating a chilling aura, instantly appeared before her.
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Xiao Zian, taken aback, hastily lunged forward to shield them. He pleaded, "Daoist friend, these ladies are not malevolent. They are just a bit... unsatisfied in their... desires. Please show mercy and spare their lives."
Shu Han quizzically asked, "Weren't they trying to kill you just now?"
Scratching his head sheepishly, Xiao Zian replied, "I was trying to escape, and they didn't truly intend to kill me. With their capabilities, I would've been dead long ago. Ah, it's embarrassing to admit, but my stay in their cave was bearable. It's just... they wanted me day and night, constantly. I couldn't handle it anymore..."
Shu Han: ...
"You managed to run here pretty fast. Seems like you could handle it just fine!"
Xiao Zian, with a despondent look on his face, responded, "No! I truly couldn't!"
"If you can't handle it, then leave!"
Suddenly, the eldest sister kicked him in the rear, audaciously positioning her neck near the tip of Shu Han's sword. Admiringly looking at Shu Han, she chuckled nonchalantly, "I don't need a weakling begging for mercy on my behalf. Sir, you possess an outstanding demeanor, devoid of lustful intentions, and such combat prowess at the mid-phase. I would be honored to die by your sword. I only hope that you'll remember my name in the future. My name is Gu Panchun."
"And I'm Gu Panxia!"
"I'm Gu Panqiu!"
"Giggle, I'm Gu Pandong!"
The other three sisters crawled over, nestling close to Gu Panchun, casting sultry glances at Shu Han. It seemed as if their eyes only beheld Shu Han, utterly disregarding the lethal sword he held.
Are these women out of their minds?!
Rolling his eyes, Shu Han sheathed the Eight-Direction Evil-Breaking Sword, saying, "Fine, since you claim to have no malicious intentions, I won't indulge in senseless killing. I advise you sisters to have more self-respect in the future! And value your own lives. Seeking death so casually, do you ever think of how heartbroken your parents would be?"
Upon hearing Shu Han's words, a shadow of melancholy fell upon the sisters' eyes.
Gu Panchun stood up, giving Shu Han a faint smile. "Sir, not only are you exceptionally powerful, but you also have a kind and righteous heart. It truly makes our hearts flutter. Ah, if only your strength wasn't so astonishingly extraordinary. Then we sisters could have captured you and enjoyed your company at our leisure."
"Your kind words are appreciated. But every family has its own set of challenges. We sisters are thankful for your advice." With that, she leaned in unexpectedly and planted a quick kiss on Shu Han's cheek, then turned and said, "Sisters, let's go."
"Wait, I want to give him a kiss too!"
"Me too! Wait for us, elder sister!"
Shu Han quickly stepped back, rebuking, "Enough! Don't overdo it!"
"Hmph!"
The sisters who missed their chance to kiss him huffed in annoyance and unhappily followed Gu Panchun.
The lingering fragrance from Gu Panchun's kiss still permeated Shu Han's face, which he quickly wiped off. He thought to himself, 'What kind of people are these, acting so frivolously?'
Xiao Zian approached, giving Shu Han a thumbs-up, "You are truly like a godsend, saving me from the depths of despair."
Shu Han shot him a glance, "I feel like I just interrupted your good fortune. You seemed quite protective of them; seems like you have deep feelings for them."
"Ah, after being pampered by them for a whole year, I've naturally developed some feelings. If only I could have withstood their... demands. Who would want to leave such a paradise?"
Shu Han commented, "They aren't practicing some evil cultivation technique, using you to enhance their own power, are they?"
Xiao Zian replied, "I had such suspicions initially. But later I realized my own cultivation hadn't been harmed. It's just... too frequent... my vitality is somewhat drained. I originally come from the Fiery Cloud Instant Sect, practicing fire techniques. But now, I often feel weak, with cold extremities. I've been thoroughly drained."
Shu Han thought to himself, 'You don't have to say it, one look and anyone can tell you're spent.'
"And what's their purpose in doing so?"
Rubbing his handsome face, Xiao Zian sighed, "It's all because of this pretty face of mine... such a curse..."
Shu Han: ...
He felt that something was off about the four sisters. Given their magical treasures and cultivation levels, they were definitely not ordinary individuals in the Foundation Establishment phase. Why were they chasing after a male cultivator?
It's baffling!
...
As the four sisters flew through the sky, Gu Panqiu let out a long sigh, "That man might not be extraordinarily handsome, but his aura and strength are top-tier. Such a pity."
Gu Panchun, smiling, patted her on the head, "Indeed. We sisters don't have much time left. If we could have invited him over, perhaps we could have truly enjoyed our remaining time. But by the look in his eyes, he already has someone in his heart. We sisters are impure, he wouldn't be interested."
Gu Pandong giggled, "I hope in the next life, I can be a decent woman and find a man like him to be my husband."