Primordial Divine Emperor-Chapter 58 - 56: This Sword Holds No Sword Technique
Before Ye Xiaofan stepped out of the South Peak Defense Array, the newly risen Sword Dao prodigy, standing with his sword, spoke first, a meaningful smile on his face.
It was evident that this newly risen prodigy seemed to be an old acquaintance of the Sword Saint’s heir. 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝘦𝘸𝑒𝒷𝓃ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝒸ℴ𝘮
Seeing this, Ye Xiaofan shook his head with a smile, appearing quite helpless.
"Sword Brother, you are truly persistent. You’ve pursued me all the way to the base of South Peak and issued ten consecutive challenges. I simply cannot not come."
As Ye Xiaofan finished speaking, his eyes were filled with a look of bitter smile.
The one who issued those ten challenges was none other than Silver Moon City’s number one Sword Dao prodigy, Jian Zhu.
Even Ye Xiaofan did not expect that this guy’s Sword Dao talent would be so terrifying that in just two months after entering the Divine Sword Sect, he already overshadowed some of the old students who were Sword Dao prodigies of the same realm.
Hearing this, Jian Zhu smiled indifferently, "I had no choice. Since entering Divine Sword Sect, you’ve stayed on the South Peak every day. It’s really not easy to see you, Sword Brother. I had no choice but to resort to this tactic."
"Not even considering my master’s face, Sword Brother, admirable." Ye Xiaofan couldn’t help but give a thumbs up. Looking across the entire Divine Sword Sect, only this madman obsessed with Sword Dao would issue ten challenges, disregarding the face of the Sword Saint.
Jian Zhu, following the sound, was indifferent and directly faced Ye Xiaofan saying, "Sword Brother, on the Ark that day, it was because your cultivation realm was superior, having already stepped into the Profound Sea Realm, that I carelessly lost. Since then, I have tossed and turned, unable to sleep."
"Oh? What are your thoughts, Sword Brother? Speak freely," Ye Xiaofan replied.
Jian Zhu smiled again at these words, the former enmity in his eyes gone, now resembling an old friend.
"Sword Brother, to be honest, I too have now stepped into the Profound Sea Realm, and my Sword Dao mastery has further improved. Without being pretentious, I’d like to spar with you again."
As Jian Zhu finished speaking, he continued, "But before that, may I ask, have you already broken through to the Second Realm of the Profound Sea Realm, Sword Brother? If so, I will turn around and leave, without lingering."
Ye Xiaofan showed an odd expression upon hearing this, he finally understood thoroughly.
This brother clearly doesn’t accept it; back then, he first stepped into the Profound Sea Realm, the disparity in their realms was like heaven and earth, not on the same level. Now that the other party also broke through to the Profound Sea Realm, their realms are now equal. A battle now would truly showcase their Sword Dao talents.
Moreover, at that time, Ye Xiaofan did not defeat Jian Zhu using a sword, the other party was clearly unwilling, and now he’s back to demand a fair fight.
After realizing this, Ye Xiaofan also felt somewhat guilty about the past victory, thinking it was an unworthy win, so he smiled and said, "I have not broken through, I am not talented, having been in the sect for two months, my cultivation remains at the First Layer of the Profound Sea Realm."
Hearing this, Jian Zhu felt relieved, his fighting spirit soaring immediately, "Alright, Sword Brother, would you please step out of the array for a battle?"
After Jian Zhu spoke, he no longer held his sword but gave Ye Xiaofan a slight bow.
Seeing this, Ye Xiaofan slowly walked out of the South Peak Defense Array, with the Luoyu Sword appearing in his hand, "Sword Brother, please."
Seeing Ye Xiaofan step out of the array, countless disciples of the Divine Sword Sect widened their eyes, fearing to miss any details.
And those absolute prodigies who had already issued challenges were slightly narrowing their eyes, wanting to observe Ye Xiaofan’s Sword Dao mastery, as they were also in the challenge queue. This was the best time to observe the opponent’s weaknesses, for knowing oneself and knowing the enemy is the way to prevail in a battle.
Jian Zhu did not waste words; he had awaited this day for a long time. Suddenly lifting his gaze, a formidable Sword Intent burst forth, covering the surrounding area for several meters.
Seeing the Sword Intent erupting from Jian Zhu, countless new disciples were moved beyond measure, and even those older students were astonished, feeling inferior.
"What a terrifying Sword Intent, no wonder he could defeat the old students of the same realm; this person’s Sword Dao talent is a once-in-a-millennium sight."
"Given sufficient growth time, he might even meet those Sword Dao Demon Fiends. Ten Cities actually produced such a fearsome prodigy."
Many old disciples were deeply shocked, Jian Zhu’s displayed Sword Intent had far surpassed his peers, vaguely showing a trend of unrivaled dominance. No wonder he dared to issue ten challenges, he truly had the capital for it.
"Sword Brother’s strength has advanced by leaps and bounds, truly unexpected." Even Nangong Jianchen in the crowd repeatedly praised.
Meanwhile,
within the endless Sword Intent,
Jian Zhu was full of confidence, gazing at Ye Xiaofan and said, "Sword Brother, as always, ten swords will determine the winner, how about it?"
It was evident that although Jian Zhu no longer harbored enmity towards Ye Xiaofan, he was still reluctant to let go of the past.
However, today is different from the past, Jian Zhu believed that he and Ye Xiaofan were in the same realm, and with the enhancement in his Sword Dao mastery, he also had absolute confidence. He believed it impossible for Ye Xiaofan to defeat him as easily as before.
Today, Jian Zhu wanted to redeem himself, to show everyone that he was the true Sword Dao prodigy, that his talent far exceeded the Sword Saint’s heir by countless degrees, and in the face of absolute talent, any Child of Destiny was just rubbish.
He, Jian Zhu, was one of the best choices to be the Sword Saint’s heir.
However, just as Jian Zhu finished speaking,
Ye Xiaofan swept his gaze across the field. Since the other party insisted on presenting himself, he might as well accept the challenge; it’s another great opportunity to establish his prestige, at least to reduce the number of challenges atop South Peak.
Besides, even though Dugu Nan was unconcerned with Jian Zhu’s behavior, Ye Xiaofan didn’t want to overlook it, as Jian Zhu disregarding the Sword Saint’s reputation and issuing ten challenges was a blatant challenge to his master’s authority in the Divine Sword Sect.
Ye Xiaofan would not allow such a thing to happen. If today he turned a blind eye, then there would be a second Jian Zhu, a third Jian Zhu, and even more Jian Zhus.
Once this happens, he would face challenges every day, leaving no time for cultivation.
No matter how you look at it, today’s battle, he not only has to fight, but fight beautifully.
Thinking of this,
Ye Xiaofan sighed softly and slowly looked at Jian Zhu: "It’s just about winning or losing, not life or death, Brother Jian. Why bother with ten swords? One sword is enough as always."
Swish!
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone raised their eyes in shock, full of disbelief, with many even doubting if they had heard correctly.
"What did he say? One sword is enough?"
"Such arrogance!"
"Does this guy even know what he’s saying? To think he can win with just one sword, he’s far too dismissive of Junior Brother Jian Zhu."
"Arrogant, excessively arrogant! Does he think he’s the Sword Saint of the past? How dare he boast so shamelessly?"
Countless new disciples were indignant, and even those old disciples were furious one by one.
Little did they know, Ye Xiaofan just wanted to speak up for Dugu Nan at this moment. Jian Zhu’s behavior had already encroached upon the majesty of the Sword Saint, and he couldn’t just turn a blind eye.
During this period, Dugu Nan’s status in Ye Xiaofan’s heart had unknowingly risen to that of both teacher and father.
As the saying goes, what’s right is right. That day Jian Zhu’s kind reminder, Ye Xiaofan kept in mind, but this sword, he had to make his move.
At the summit of South Peak, Dugu Nan and Qi Yun watched this scene and both nodded slightly.
"He has a style reminiscent of you back then," Qi Yun could not help but praise.
Dugu Nan also smiled knowingly and said: "This is a cruel world. Always being low-key and accommodating can be counterproductive. Sometimes it’s necessary to show some prowess, at least to reduce a lot of trouble."
Upon hearing this, Qi Yun nodded slightly, very much agreeing with Dugu Nan’s view, which was valuable experience from someone who has been through it.
At the foot of South Peak.
The Jian Zhu, with sword intent resonating around him, was stunned upon hearing Ye Xiaofan’s words, then suddenly felt a surge of emotions rising wildly.
One sword, another sword!
For a moment, Jian Zhu also felt that Ye Xiaofan was too arrogant.
"Hahaha, good, Brother Ye, let me see what you’re really made of then!"
After Jian Zhu spoke, his eyes became colder, and his entire momentum suddenly changed; endless terrifying Sword Qi and Sword Intent soared crazily.
Still utilizing the "Sword-Drawing Technique," the terrifying Sword Qi continued to stack layer upon layer, as terrifying as can be.
Numerous disciples of the Divine Sword Sect watching were all getting goosebumps.
"What a powerful sword technique, this is...?"
"It is the Fourth Layer of Sword Qi and the Third Layer of Sword Intent!"
"What? Sword Qi Fourth Layer and Sword Intent Third Layer? He... he’s comprehended Sword Qi and Sword Intent to such a realm?"
"No wonder Junior Brother Jian Zhu can defeat the Sword Dao seniors, too terrifying."
"Is this truly his strongest sword? Why have we never seen him perform it before?"
Many disciples were shocked of this time when Jian Zhu continuously challenged the Sword Dao extraordinary prodigies and exceptional older students. They all went to watch but had never seen Jian Zhu perform with this sword.
The power of this sword, even Qi Yun on South Peak was slightly startled, truly one of the rare Sword Dao demon prodigies.
Unfortunately, he was somewhat unlucky, encountering Ye Xiaofan, this Sword Dao anomaly.
As Jian Zhu assembled his strongest sword, Ye Xiaofan also slowly raised his Luoyu Sword.
He gently stroked the blade, feeling the familiar chill emanating from Luoyu as if he himself had transformed into a sword.
At a certain moment, finally.
Jian Zhu slashed out with his sword, the boundless Sword Intent sweeping across, the sword Qi over ten zhang piercing through the void, wielding a terrifying power as it cleaved towards Ye Xiaofan.
Countless disciples of Divine Sword Sect were watching this scene, eyes full of shock, in a slight daze.
Yet Ye Xiaofan still quietly gazed at Luoyu Sword, and when Jian Zhu’s Sword Qi attacked his face, his finger that was stroking the sword came within one-third of the distance to the blade.
In the next moment, Ye Xiaofan suddenly raised his gaze and swung out his sword.
This sword, extremely effortless, like a layman who has never trained in sword techniques casually swinging it out, casual and unburdened, void of any form.
But as Ye Xiaofan’s sword moved, the Luoyu Sword in his hand suddenly emitted a series of sword hums, where the sword edges passed through, the void visibly trembled, ripples spreading.
A sword Qi equally over ten zhang erupted from the sword edge, mighty, cleaving towards the terrifying power of Jian Zhu’s sword.
The sword Qi containing Sword Intent surged like a breaking bamboo, shaking the void all the way, causing a tremor ripple in space, quickly pressing towards the terrifying Sword Qi ahead.
