My gorgeous wife Chapter 1955 - 1924: Tiangang Dour Gold Formation (Pseudo)

A formidable figure stood before the valley, his brow furrowed with deep concern.

"This formation is exceedingly peculiar, and breaching it swiftly will prove no simple feat. Moreover, our cultivation is presently suppressed to the Domain Realm within this area. Consequently, the formation's power can be unleashed almost entirely here. With our current strength, forcibly breaking through this defensive array in a brief period is impossible."

Several other individuals emerged from behind the first.

"But it is rumored that beyond this formation lies the entrance to that Little Secret Realm. If we cannot break through the formation, how shall we gain entry into this space?"

The gathered people engaged in discussion, yet no viable solution presented itself.

They were not alone; a vast multitude stood behind them, all encountering an insurmountable obstacle before the formation.

This was an exceptionally potent and enigmatic defensive array. Even the most powerful cultivators assembled from the Four Realms were baffled as to its exact nature, though a sense of familiarity lingered.

At that precise moment, a young and vigorous cultivator descended from the heavens.

"What are you all doing here? Dawdling and obstructing the path! Are you too afraid to enter, while others are eager to do so?" The young man surveyed them with evident disdain.

"What do you mean by that?!" The strong individuals were on the verge of an outburst.

In this location, reason often took a backseat to might.

Initially, the factions from the Four Realms stood in opposition to one another. However, due to the emergence of the Secret Realm, they had all decided to temporarily set aside their differences, which did not signify any genuine fear of conflict.

"I mean nothing, I simply wish for you to clear the way without delay," the young man stated dismissively.

A comparatively composed martial expert quickly restrained his more impetuous companions. He leveled a cold gaze at the young man, remarking, "Have you not observed the formation that stands before us, the very impediment preventing our numerous companions from proceeding? Naturally, should you possess the ability to dismantle this formation, we would readily offer our apologies and express our gratitude for your contribution to all fellow cultivators."

"It's merely a formation, is it not?" The young man scoffed, his gaze becoming even more contemptuous, a reaction that intensely irked the assembled group.

They had witnessed arrogance before, but never to this degree. Despite everyone present possessing Domain Realm cultivation, they were confident that even the strongest individual among them could be left half-dead if they were to combine their forces.

As the young man slowly approached the formation, he observed it for a short while. His expression, initially filled with disdain, underwent a rapid transformation.

Noticing the change in the young man's demeanor, the cultivators who had been feeling stifled were about to interject with sarcastic remarks. However, they were unexpectedly cut short by the young man's exclamation: "Could this be the Tiangang Dour Gold Formation, lost to the world for a hundred thousand years?!"

"Tiangang Dour Gold Formation?"

Upon hearing this name, not only the individuals who had been previously belittled but also all the others trapped outside the valley immediately paid close attention.

This was because they had previously studied this very formation without success. More importantly, its defensive capabilities were extraordinary. Even with their combined efforts, they had been unable to breach it; otherwise, they would not be waiting idly outside the valley.

At this juncture, the young man turned his head, offering a subtle expression of apology to those he had mocked. "My apologies, this formation is truly not something that ordinary individuals can break."

At this point, the assembled cultivators could no longer afford to be preoccupied with trivial matters. They swiftly pressed the young man: "May we dare to inquire, what manner of formation is this Tiangang Dour Gold Formation, and is it truly indomitable?"

The young man nodded with a wry expression. "Indeed, in terms of its designated level, the Tiangang Dour Gold Formation is merely an Eighth-Level Great Formation. However, in terms of its defensive prowess, it has ascended to the caliber of a Ninth-Level Grand Formation. If your cultivation levels were not suppressed, a united assault lasting over a month might suffice to break it, but under these circumstances..."

The young man let out a hollow laugh, leaving his statement unfinished. Yet, everyone present understood his unspoken meaning and could only emit a sigh of dejection.

"However, the unique characteristic of the Tiangang Dour Gold Formation is its inherent flaw. It is precisely this flaw that relegates it to an Eighth-Level Great Formation, preventing it from achieving the status of a flawless Ninth-Level Grand Formation!" The young man's words reignited a spark of hope within the hearts of the cultivators gathered in the valley.

"Pray tell!" The cultivators, disregarding any lingering pride, urgently implored the young man.

"Money!" The young man replied with utmost seriousness.

"Money?" The assembled individuals looked utterly bewildered.

"Precisely, it is wealth!" The young man declared with utmost gravity. "The most significant vulnerability of the Tiangang Dour Gold Formation lies within the character for 'Gold.' It repels sentient beings, not material riches. Indeed, the more valuable items one introduces into its confines, the weaker the formation becomes, potentially even causing it to dissipate spontaneously!"

"Naturally, this is merely a legend, gleaned from the pages of ancient texts. It warrants no serious consideration." With that, the young man turned to depart, shaking his head.

Yet, at that precise moment, several formidable individuals seized his arm.

"Esteemed sir, our options are scarce. The Four Emperors Territory presents perils too great, compelling us to seek refuge here. To depart from Regretless Mountain Range with nothing would render our arduous journey utterly futile!"

"What do you propose?" the young man inquired, a bewildered look clouding his features.

"I concur with your assessment!"

Speaking thus, the individual ascended into the air, his voice booming towards the assembled multitude within the valley.

"All present! You have heard our companion's words. Only by employing treasures can we breach this Tiangang Dour Gold Formation. We are here in pursuit of riches, and as the adage goes, no pain, no gain. I have a proposal to put forth."

"Henceforth, to gain access to the locale of the Little Secret Realm, each individual must contribute a portion of their treasures. Those unwilling to contribute shall be denied entry, is that understood?!" The speaker's gaze turned frigid as he concluded.

Despite his cultivation being suppressed to the Domain Realm, the potent aura he emanated sent shivers down the spines of many.

An Eighth-Rank Expert!

No contribution, no entry; desire passage? Then let us pool our treasures to dismantle the formation, or else, be gone from this place!

Such was the unvarnished message conveyed.

Consequently, a considerable throng rapidly congregated. After a moment of hesitation, they commenced casting their treasures into the formation.

To their astonishment, the formidable barrier, which had resisted all their previous attempts at destruction, offered no resistance whatsoever to these offerings. Furthermore, it was not long before someone observed that as more treasures were introduced, the formation began to subtly dim and quiver.

"It is true! Treasures can indeed dismantle the formation!"

A chorus of powerful cultivators erupted in jubilant exclamations.

...

Within the confines of the formation, Bai Tianyi, while gathering treasures, kept a vigilant eye on Christina, who stood not far distant. "Do not even contemplate appropriating any for yourself. Brother Li Chen has already agreed to a distribution based on the number of participants."

Christina's lips twitched ever so slightly. A mix of amusement and speechlessness filled her heart as she silently commended Li Chen for devising such an ingenious stratagem.

She found herself understanding, with newfound clarity, why Li Chen held such a position of leadership amongst them.