Defeating them one by one was already a formidable task, and breaking their formation was an even greater challenge.
Seeing Gu Qianying stunned, they knew this was a golden opportunity.
They surged forward in an instant.
Transforming into several sharp blades, they dashed towards Gu Qianying at high speed, shouting,
"You brats, daring to provoke us today is truly seeking death."
Gu Qianying snorted coldly. She detested being called a brat the most.
It was as if they had no parents.
Her speed surpassed that of the silver needles, and as her body exploded with power, the needles followed suit.
The silver needles, imbued with spiritual energy, transformed into a water serpent in mid-air, devouring the spiritual energy around them, letting out roars and exuding an icy aura.
They surrounded all eighteen bronze figures on the field.
The formation of the eighteen bronze figures belonged to metal.
They were connected to the earth beneath them, absorbing a continuous stream of spiritual energy to maintain the stability of their formation.
However, the aura brought by the water serpent.
Suppressed all the energy from the earth, trapping them in a mire, unable to move.
Even the eighteen bronze figures could not advance an inch.
The few of them gritted their teeth, impressed by Gu Qianying's prowess but unwilling to yield. They began to roar, attempting to break the formation.
Gu Qianying slightly composed herself.
A hint of triumph appeared on her face as she said lightly, "Masters, I am not here to make things difficult today. I implore you to grant me passage to meet Boss Bai Yong. I assure you, it will not take up much of your time."
She thought that after saying this, the so-called first trial would be over.
But she had indeed underestimated the eighteen bronze figures.
Through years of rigorous training, the bodies of these eighteen bronze figures had become impervious to blades and spears. Although temporarily trapped in the mire,
They utilized the power within it to push against the current.
With their howls, they pierced the sky.
A golden light instantly radiated outwards.
Gu Qianying quickly shielded her eyes with her sleeve, and the power at her fingertips subtly dispersed. The roaring water serpent vanished from mid-air.
Gu Qianying cried out in surprise and rapidly retreated.
Looking forward again, she saw the eighteen bronze figures standing before her with imposing might, their resilience renewed.
They struck their chests with their hands, their eyes filled with disdain.
"Miss, do you underestimate us too much?"
Gu Qianying withdrew the surprise from her face, slightly shaking her numb arm, her words carrying admiration.
"Truly formidable."
"However," her eyes narrowed, and she instantly summoned spiritual energy again.
As the spiritual energy surged, her voice became resolute and unwavering, and with a frenzied momentum, she rose into the air.
"I must enter today. No one can stop me. If you dare to block my path, then I apologize, you will surely perish."
The eighteen bronze figures tapped their staffs on the ground.
"Ridiculous."
Their powers clashed, meeting in mid-air, one side blue, the other golden light.
The two sides remained locked in a stalemate, neither willing to yield.
Bai Yu Feng, who had been observing from behind, was initially worried about Gu Qianying and had come to check if she was alright.
Upon seeing Gu Qianying in distress, he felt deeply uneasy.
He then swept his hand across his face, transforming into another man, and swiftly charged forward.
At the point where their powers converged, he broke through the sky with his imposing might.
With a resounding boom.
Both sides were struck by the force of the impact and were sent reeling backward. Bai Yu Feng turned his body and swiftly moved into the air, embracing Gu Qianying and slowly descending.
The eighteen bronze figures were the first to notice Bai Yu Feng, their faces filled with surprise.
"Another one coming to die."
Gu Qianying frowned and struggled, "Who are you? Why are you helping me?"
Bai Yu Feng frowned slightly, his expression displeased.
He had come to save Gu Qianying, and this woman was indeed like this, always turning her back on those who helped her.
He remained silent, placing Gu Qianying on the ground.
He clenched his fists, the sound of his knuckles cracking exceptionally loud.
"So what if I'm coming to die? But don't forget, it might be you who dies today."
He looked at the people before him with arrogance, his gaze dismissive.
As he formed hand seals, he unleashed a torrent of power that swept upwards.
The support of the twelve bronze figures was thus shattered.
Realizing that their formation could not pose a threat to the person before them, they instantly changed their strategy.
They spread out to the edges. The twelve bronze figures' staffs swept through the air, transforming into long swords, radiating cold light and possessing immense resilience.
Gu Qianying initially did not recognize who the person before her was.
But upon sensing the aura emanating from him.
Her eyes narrowed, filled with surprise.
It was Bai Yu Feng?
But Gu Qianying did not dwell on it. After all, it seemed that breaking their formation and entering was the best course of action.
Thus, she seized the opening, swiftly twisting her body and stabilizing her aura.
She moved behind Bai Yu Feng.
"Let's each deal with one side. You just broke their formation, and now their strength is weakened. If we face them together, we have no chance of winning."
Bai Yu Feng glanced casually at Gu Qianying. He said nothing, but his gaze was an implicit answer.
He sidestepped and unleashed his power, igniting a burst of fire that separated them into groups.
Only half of the twelve bronze figures remained, while the others were trapped in a separate barrier.
Those few were startled.
If the twelve bronze figures were not together, the formation would fail, and their strength would instantly weaken.
But just as they were about to charge forward, they saw a dark figure descend before them.
Bai Yu Feng slightly opened his arm, looked at them coldly, and softly uttered three words.
"Don't even think about it."
After saying this, he clenched his right fist and charged forward.
Meanwhile, on Gu Qianying's side.
The six remaining bronze figures were equally panicked. Gu Qianying seized this opportunity and moved forward. The spiritual energy entwined in her hands transformed into a long whip, shattering their indestructible golden bodies.
As the powers of both sides erupted, a loud bang echoed, shaking the heavens and earth and stirring the winds and clouds.
As the dust settled.
The twelve bronze figures fell to the ground, their forms withered, no longer daring to be presumptuous before Gu Qianying.
The twelve bronze figures were greatly impressed. They jumped up from the ground and quickly pointed the way for Gu Qianying.
"This young lady is truly formidable. We are no match for you."
Gu Qianying smiled, clasped her hands in a gesture of respect towards the person before her, her tone exceedingly gentle.
"I am truly sorry for the disturbance."
They all shook their heads, "Not at all, not at all."
The two followed the guidance of the twelve bronze figures to a secret chamber.
It was adorned with heavy chains above, giving it a majestic appearance.
As the door of the secret chamber slowly opened.
Bai Yong, a large figure, stood within. His face was weathered and rough, giving the impression of someone not to be trifled with.
At this moment, he was bare-handed, his muscles bulging, his body standing heavily in the center of the secret chamber.