All of them cultivated lightning techniques, giving them higher resistance to wind and thunder forces. Their cultivation methods also subtly harmonized with this environment, and their morale was high. However, Wind Thunder Cliff's dangers far exceeded their estimates. The gale winds were no ordinary mountain winds—they contained "Essence of Xun Wind" from the ninth heaven. Not only was the force extraordinary, but it could also erode spiritual energy barriers. And the heavenly lightning struck without any pattern, its power unpredictable. Even Yu family members wouldn't fare well if struck directly. Shortly after they began climbing, a mid Foundation Establishment cultivator had his spiritual barrier worn down too quickly by the Xun Wind. Caught off guard, he was grazed by a sudden golden thunderbolt. With a scream, his body charred black as he plummeted off the cliff, leaving no remains. Yu Zhenting didn't even furrow his brow. He bellowed: "Steady and met...