"The array formation is complete; we just need to find an open and spacious area to lure the Second-stage Spirit Worm over," Xu Ping exhaled deeply after setting up the array.

Hearing this, Song Li nodded slightly in approval, "Fellow Daoist Li's array setup is nothing short of perfect."

"Although it has yet to be activated, judging by the tightly connected energy between the Earth Vein Flags, once triggered, the power of this array will undoubtedly be formidable!"

"Fellow Daoist Song, you flatter me. This array has a rather simple function, merely for trapping and not for causing harm, and doesn't qualify as an advanced formation," Xu Ping humbly waved his hand.

"Even so, it's more than adequate for capturing the Second-stage Spirit Worm," Song Li agreed wholeheartedly.

With Song Li's profound knowledge in arrays and witnessing the setup under his own watchful eyes, he naturally understood its function and effectiveness thoroughly.

However, arranging an array using earth energy was something Song Li had never tried before.

At that moment, he couldn't help feeling a bit excited and was about to say a few more words when Pang Po suddenly interjected, "Senior Brother Song, Fellow Daoist Li, we've already found a wide open space.

"In my opinion, it would be better to have a good chat after we've successfully captured the Second-stage Spirit Worm."

"Junior Brother Pang is right. We can have an in-depth exchange with Fellow Daoist Li after capturing the Spirit Worm," Song Li nodded in agreement.

Thus, they all summoned their Escape Light and with a flash, soared into the sky like arrows leaving the string.

Soon after, Xu Ping and the others arrived at a flat area covered with lush green grass.

A short distance away were sparse low shrubs.

"This place is quite suitable," Xu Ping nodded slightly, satisfaction evident in his eyes.

Then, with a flick of his palm, five earth-colored Array Flags appeared in his hand.

"Fellow Daoists, controlling this array formation is quite challenging and I'm afraid I won't be able to manage it perfectly on my own, so I need your assistance," Xu Ping said seriously.

"That's certainly no problem."

"Fellow Daoist Xu, just tell us what's needed, and we'll follow your lead."

...

Upon hearing Xu Ping's words, Pang Po and the others nodded without hesitation.

"Rest assured, fellow Daoists, it's nothing too difficult. Just follow my instructions and channel your Mana into this flag."

Xu Ping smiled slightly and lightly tossed the Array Flags, which landed steadily in the hands of the five under the light drag of Mana.

"What Fellow Daoist Li said is true; controlling this Array Flag is indeed quite simple," Song Li agreed as he caught the Array Flag.

After a brief discussion, Pang Po went to the middle of the grassland and dug a small hole.

He then carefully took out the Red Beast Grass from the Storage Ring, half-burying it in the hole, leaving half exposed, and sprinkled some unknown powder on it.

As the powder scattered, a faint medicinal fragrance spread instantly.

"This should do it. This Second-stage Red Beast Grass will surely attract the Second-stage Spirit Worm, even if it is hidden within the Spirit Vein."

Pang Po stood up, contentedly patting his hands.

"Well done, Fellow Daoist Pang," Xu Ping smiled and advised, "Fellow Daoists, position yourselves in the sky. When the Second-stage Spirit Worm appears, at my signal, channel Mana into the Array Flags to activate the formation, trapping it with the power of earth energy."

"With this, the Second-stage Spirit Worm won't be able to escape."

"No problem,"

Upon hearing this, excitement and anticipation gleamed in the eyes of Pang Po and the others.

This Li Feiyu fellow indeed has some skills, it makes one almost reluctant to kill him.

After exchanging a few more words, they all summoned their Escape Light again, shooting up like lightning, hovering steadily 56 yards above, maintaining a still position.

Then, they each cast their Secret Techniques, cleverly concealing themselves while holding the Array Flags.

Because this matter was about capturing the Second-stage Spirit Worm in one go, Pang Po, Song Li, and the others were naturally tense, fully focused, staring intently below without daring to relax even a bit.

Even Xu Ping's eyes were sharp, full of spirit, with a sombre look on his face, fully prepared to handle the situation about to unfold.

The moment they concealed themselves, the area instantly fell silent, devoid of any sound.

...

Time passed slowly as they waited tensely.

They waited from daytime until nightfall, but the anticipated movement never occurred.

Even so, none of them showed any signs of impatience or panic.

After all, even at the very least, they were Early-Stage Foundation Establishment cultivators; having patience and endurance was naturally no issue for them.

Several more hours passed quietly, and before they knew it, dawn was about to break.

The night before dawn was like a heavy curtain, weighing down on everything.

Not a hint of moonlight penetrated the layers of leaves, and the darkness was as thick as ink, spreading freely in every corner of the space.

Suddenly!

A snap!

A very faint yet extraordinarily clear sound instantly drew everyone's attention.

The ground started to tremble slightly, with tiny cracks, like a spider's web, appearing around where the Red Beast Grass was placed, gradually spreading.

"It's coming!"

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