Forge your destiny into a sword, slash your soul and ascend to immortality

Chapter 301 The war begins

Ren Chong unleashed his full magical power, his figure vanishing within a beam of Tai Su Annihilation Sword Light.

He swept across the battlefield from one side to the other, and nothing could stop him!
Jing Qian's [Sumeru] dimensional freezing power was completely suppressed when faced with the power of [Tai Su]'s creation.

Ren Chong actually possesses more than two Daoist techniques!
The ultimate escape technique of the first gate can even completely suppress Jing Qian's spatial teleportation, giving him absolute initiative.

The second technique, [Tai Su Sword Light], is even more lethal and has extremely strong attack power.

Once Ren Chong unleashes his trump card, his Daoist techniques, and his true strength is revealed, he has no weaknesses whatsoever.

The power of [Tai Su] can sweep away and break through anything, and when combined with his unparalleled escape technique, no one can stop him.

Jing Qian dodged with all his might, maintaining an extremely high frequency of flashes to avoid the onslaught of the [Tai Su Annihilation Sword Light].

He was rapidly recovering from his injuries, and had the shattered [Sumeru Monument] reassembled.

At the same time, he was also constantly thinking about where his chances of winning lay.

If it were truly a life-or-death struggle, he could simply dive into the Sumeru dimension, and even if Ren Chong's Daoist techniques were incredibly powerful, they wouldn't be able to harm a single hair on his head.

But this sparring match forced him to find a way to confront the opponent head-on!

Ren Chong is too strong!
Jing Qian felt the pressure he hadn't felt in a long time.

This was even greater than the challenge he faced when he fought against Nuwa.

It is precisely this kind of pressure that can bring out its true potential.

The next second, he disappeared from the present world and headed straight for the River of Time.

Ren Chong had anticipated Jing Qian's tactics and transformed into a streak of light, relentlessly pursuing him.

With the outcome still undecided in the mortal realm, the battlefield between the two has shifted from the present world to the river of time, and the conflict is intensifying.

As soon as Ren Chong's figure appeared in the River of Time, he saw that Chi Xiao had stopped dodging.

He immediately unleashed a [Primordial Annihilation Sword Light]!
The surging sword light swept away everything and slammed heavily into Chi Xiao's body.

The [Sumeru Great Dao Stele] that he had just condensed collapsed and shattered once again.

Suddenly, an eye appeared in the past, and a monument was erected in the future.

The two elements, together with Jing Qian's own body, create an impossible triangle spanning the past, present, and future.

The surging [Primordial Power] flowed and circulated along the meridians between the three, transforming into a vast power of time, which was bestowed upon Jing Qian.

The [Sumeru Stele], which had just been shattered, received the blessing of time and was restored at a speed a thousand times faster.

Then, another beam of Tai Su sword light rushed in, smashing his Wu Shi Stele to pieces.

Without hesitation, Jing Qian charged back with the Pangu Great Abyss Sword, fighting his way in and out of the Tai Su Sword Light, relentlessly pursuing Ren Chong's figure.

The [Sumeru Stele of Nothingness] on his body has been blessed by time, allowing it to quickly recover after being damaged.

As long as he can repair himself quickly enough, even if he can't withstand the [Tai Su Sword Light], he won't die anytime soon.

This puts Jing Qian in an invincible position!
Compared to other first-rank cultivators, he has the [Sumeru Great Dao Stele] to suppress the future, and the [Divine Register Conversion Card] to perfectly refine the power of [Time Sequence].

For him, this long river of time is his true home ground.

He did not borrow the sword light of [Chunyang Daozu] and [Xuanyuan Daozu], but devoted himself entirely to the entanglement with the Tai Su sword light of [Ren Chong].

The two then engaged in a tug-of-war.

Jing Qian fought with increasing ferocity, and with the blessing of the power of time, the frequency of the [Sumeru Monument of Nothingness] breaking and being reborn became faster and faster.

With each reconstruction, the monument became more solid, gradually becoming able to withstand the onslaught of the [Tai Su Sword Light] for a short period of time.

At the bottom of the [Sumeru] dimension, extremely precious [Sumeru True Water] surged forth, accumulating at an unprecedented speed.

It's like a money-printing machine that creates something out of nothing!

Meanwhile, the innate spiritual treasure quietly nurtured in the Sumeru dimension, immersed in the Sumeru True Water, was being washed by the power of the true water, and its growth rate was also accelerating dramatically.

Its evolution speed far surpasses that of the other four [Sword Pills], making it highly likely to be the first treasure to emerge.

Once the [Innate Spiritual Treasure] is born, Jing Qian will immediately obtain the ultimate treasure to truly suppress the path of cultivation!

This leads to a significant increase in combat power, making them comparable to [Transcendent] level experts.

However, that's something for the future.

In the current great battle, Jing Qian is still being severely suppressed by Ren Chong.

This [Ren Chong] possesses a sharp escape technique and fierce sword light, exhibiting the most typical characteristics of a great swordsman.

He is a typical [Great Abyss] Sword God.

However, the Undying Style fighting method that Jing Qian displayed was the most common way to counter the power of sword cultivators.

When Ren Chong's Tai Su Sword Light was insufficient to completely kill Jing Qian.

He would have his magical power depleted through Jing Qian's repeated resurrections.

Currently, the two Pure Yang Masters are using all their supernatural powers, yet neither can gain the upper hand, resulting in a stalemate.

The one who has the stronger Dao power and the deeper foundation will ultimately emerge victorious.

Jing Qian was not dissatisfied with the result. He was able to quickly refine the Sumeru Daoda Stele with the help of Ren Chong's sword light, which was a rare cultivation experience.

But Ren Chong had a completely different idea!
Even though the one who tied with him was his own close junior.

However, he had nearly ten thousand years more cultivation time than Chi Xiao, and had accumulated immeasurable wealth.

If a stalemate truly occurs, it undoubtedly means that you have lost.

He has always been extremely proud and arrogant, so how could he easily accept this reality?

Amidst the flashing sword light, Ren Chong spoke:
“Young Chixiao, your Daoist techniques have truly impressed me.”

"Now I'll show you some of my real skills."

"Don't be reckless, or I might really kill you with one sword."

Before he finished speaking, Ren Chong's aura suddenly changed.

A third, profound and unfathomable Daoist aura rose from his body, perfectly merging with the [Primordial Sword Light] and the ultimate escape technique.

Jing Qian's mind went blank, and he immediately focused his attention on the changes in Ren Chong.

He was shocked to discover that this aura was not a new [Dao Technique], but an extremely powerful [Divine Mechanism]!
[Ren Chong] Finally, he unleashed his natal sword.

No, that's not the [Divine Machine]!
The [Pangu Great Abyss Sword] in Jing Qian's hands, and the [Eye of the Year Rings] from the past, are the true [Divine Mechanism].

Ren Chong's natal flying sword is already a level above Shenji's spiritual treasure!

It was a longsword with an extremely ancient design, its blade exuding an aura of chaos.

Three dazzling stars are inlaid on the hilt of the sword, each corresponding to one of Ren Chong's three Taoist arts.

The moment the longsword appeared, the entire river of time trembled!
"This sword is named [Three Phases], which I forged in ten thousand years by fusing three paths into one furnace."

Ren Chong gently stroked the sword, his eyes filled with arrogance.

"Today, I will show the juniors what the true pinnacle of swordsmanship is!"

Having said that, he lightly swung the Three Phases Sword in his hand, creating a sword rainbow that transcended time and space.

This sword strike is no longer confined to a single dimension, but exists simultaneously in the past, present, and future!
Jing Qian felt that no matter how he dodged, the sword was always following him like a shadow.

Even more terrifying, he felt his [Sumeru Great Dao Stele] begin to tremble violently, as if it were about to be severed from its root by this sword!
Ren Chong attempted to slash with his sword before the time when Jing Qian forged the Sumeru Great Dao Stele.

By reversing cause and effect from the past, the fact that Jing Qian forged the [Sumeru Great Dao Stele] is severed.

At that time, Jing Qian's greatest reliance on immortality will be completely destroyed!

A warning bell rang in his heart; this sword was about to sever the very foundation of his path. In that critical moment, he no longer held back, and an extremely surging sword light slashed out from the past, striking the [Three Phases] with overwhelming force.

"clang!"

Ren Chong's confident Lingbao sword strike was actually shattered by this sword light!
"who?"

"what?"

Ren Chong reveals his surprised expression for the first time!
If he wasn't mistaken, that sword light just now must have been the work of a great swordsman of the [Other Shore] level.

Otherwise, even an ordinary Transcendental expert would not have been able to defeat his Spiritual Treasure sword strike in person.

Chi Xiao couldn't possibly have unleashed such a sword strike; it could only mean that some powerful figure was hiding in the shadows and had intervened in the battle.

Suddenly, strange ripples appeared in the river of time, and another clear and melodious sword cry came from the past.

This time, Ren Chong, who was prepared, saw things much more clearly!
This is clearly the work of [Xuanyuan Daozu]!

He was horrified. No matter how confident he was in himself, he couldn't possibly believe that he could withstand the sword strike of [Xuanyuan Daozu].

However, he truly couldn't understand why the sword light of [Xuanyuan Daozu] was aimed at killing him.

In an instant, the source of the Xuanyuan Sword continuously emerged from the past, each move inseparable from the Three Phases.

Even though the Three Phases is already at the Spirit Treasure level, it should theoretically possess the status of the Other Shore.

However, Ren Chong's cultivation level was not high enough to fully utilize the power of the Three Phases.

On the contrary, the sword light of Xuanyuan that Jing Qian borrowed can be regarded as the full-force attack of Xuanyuan Daozu.

Faced with such an offensive, Ren Chong's expression changed drastically. He activated the Three Phases Sword to defend with all his might while simultaneously using his escape technique to dodge.

However, the sword light that crossed time and space was incomparably sharp and unavoidable, hitting its mark every time it struck.

Each sword strike precisely targeted the weakest point of connection in the Daoist aura of the Three Phases.

Amidst the continuous clanging of metal, the three stars on the [Three Phases] flickered violently, as if they were about to shatter at any moment.

Ren Chong felt an irresistible force coming from the connection between him and the sword, which made his chest feel tight and caused him to vomit blood.

Only then did he finally realize where the sword light came from.

This is clearly Chi Xiao's Time Dao Technique!
The next second, he fully activated the [Three Phases], withstood the sword light strike from [Xuanyuan], and rushed out of the River of Time.

Jing Qian wanted to stop him, but he was powerless to do so and could only let Ren Chong leave.

The two [Chunyangzi], separated by time, gaze at each other from afar.

Ren Chong wanders in the present world, yet dares not delve into the long river of time.

If Jing Qian were to actually go out, he would absolutely not be able to withstand the sword strike of the Three Phases.

This great battle is now too intense to determine a true victor!

Judging solely from the situation, Jing Qian, relying on his underhanded tactics, managed to fight the opponent to a standstill despite being far behind in terms of Daoist techniques, spiritual treasures, and cultivation!

If it were a life-or-death battle, the two Pure Yang Masters could fight for hundreds or even thousands of years without getting tired.

But this was just a friendly sparring match between fellow disciples.

Both players used their most crucial cards, and both successfully forced the other to reveal their strongest cards.

Continuing to drag it out will not be of much value.

Suddenly, Ren Chong transformed into a beam of light and disappeared from the battlefield, standing beside Zhu Yun and the other two.

Jing Qian readily accepted the good advice and leaped out of the river of time to return to the present world.

Although the match ended in a draw, his [Sumeru Stele of Nothingness] was shattered by [Ren Chong] at least forty times.

The overall defense has increased by more than 40%, which is quite exaggerated.

Jing Qian silently flew to Ren Chong, bowed, and said:
"Thank you for your guidance, Ancestor. Your [spiritual treasure] is truly powerful, and your [Taoist arts] have broadened my horizons."

"If you encounter any members of the [Xuanyuan] clan later, do not hold back; give them a good beating."

Jing Qian has already fought three battles in a row. In comparison, even if [Zhu Yun] and [Yuan Yang] were tied together, they wouldn't be enough for [Ren Chong] to kill.

In particular, Ren Chong has even forged a spirit treasure flying sword!

This is really quite exaggerated.

【Spiritual Inspiration】, 【Divine Inspiration】, 【Acquired Spiritual Treasure】, and 【Innate Spiritual Treasure】 are the conventional classification methods for magical treasures.

Most treasures at the [Divine Mechanism] level have already possessed the [Transcendent] rank, and their power is extraordinary.

The truly exceptional ones, if blessed with great fortune and opportunity, may even be further upgraded to [acquired spiritual treasures].

Once you reach this level, you'll have the strength to glimpse the realm of the "Other Shore".

As for the [Innate Spiritual Treasure], it is naturally born from a great world at the [Great Ruins] level.

Even with a minimum requirement, one must reach the "Other Shore" realm, and it's even possible to glimpse the "Totem" power over time.

Just like that "Heavenly Ladder"!
Ren Chong, through some unknown stroke of luck, unexpectedly obtained a [spiritual treasure] to protect him.

Jing Qian was incredibly envious!
Upon hearing his words, Ren Chong laughed heartily, stepped forward, and patted Jing Qian on the shoulder.

"Good lad, you know how to find me work."

"But you're right, we have to give those guys from [Xuanyuan] a good beating."

He turned to look into the distance, a sharp glint in his eyes:
"To have such an opportunity to fight alongside several of the [Xuanyuanzi] is something I've been longing for for many years."

Not only Ren Chong, but the remaining Chunyangzi had also turned their gazes into the distance.

There, several sword lights with extremely exaggerated auras were heading back towards this place with overwhelming momentum.

These sword lights shone as brightly as the sun, and their sword energy soared into the sky. They were none other than the top sword cultivators of the [Xuanyuan] lineage!

Among them are two new generation members, Bai Jun and Wu Changsheng, who can be considered to be of the same generation as Ren Chong.

Furthermore, there are two middle-generation talents, He Zhu and Mo Wenxin, who once overshadowed Yang Chun and his disciple Yuan Yang to the point of being unable to raise their heads.

Judging from the number of people alone, there is one less than the five [Chunyangzi].

Judging by their aura alone, the four Xuanyuanzi on the other side exuded a murderous intent that soared to the heavens, looking down on everyone and showing no sign of yielding.

The four men held their swords aloft, facing the five Pure Yang Masters across the void, seemingly waiting for something.

Before long, an enormous dragon head appeared in the distance and charged toward the ruins of the Million Palace.

Judging from the aura of this dragon head, it must be at least an old dragon from the past, and its status is definitely not low.

But standing atop its head were two sword cultivators, [Long Quan] and [Ma Tianyao].

The two great sword cultivators went to great lengths to drag this dragon head here, with good intentions, only hoping to add some excitement to the great battle between the two factions.

The two bigwigs put in a lot of effort and time to achieve this.

At this moment, the two of them finally arrived on time.

Then, [Dragon Power] made a grand entrance, appearing on the battlefield in a flash.

He opened his mouth and said:
"Greetings, fellow Daoists. I am Long Quan, the Pure Yang."

"As the most senior person here, I shall start this sparring match."

"You are all seasoned veterans, so I don't need to waste words on how to spar."

"Let's rely on our abilities, Chunyang and Xuanyuan. Whoever you fancy, just go for it! We're not afraid of being killed!"

(End of this chapter)