Battle Through the Heavens: His comprehension is extraordinary, shocking Yao Lao from the very begin

Chapter 401 Sword Duel with Cloud Rhyme

Yunshan had never seen Xiao Yan make a move, but he was very clear about Gu He's strength.

The effects of the Soul Palace's secret techniques are completely different from the cultivation methods circulating in the Jia Ma Empire.

Gu He, as an alchemist who has reached the sixth rank, possesses an extremely powerful beast fire to assist him in his daily alchemy practice.

It can be used to unleash combat techniques in battle, which is like adding wings to a tiger.

Yunshan couldn't help but wonder what Xiao Yan's abilities were that made him utter such arrogant words.

Furukawa's temperament had changed, and the speed at which he attacked exceeded everyone's expectations.

Even Yun Yun, who was closest to him, lost her chance to stop him by the time she realized what was happening.

Yun Yun knew Xiao Yan much better than most people, and she knew that Xiao Yan was extremely powerful. As for this competition, she herself was not absolutely confident that she could win.

If Guhe were to test her, her chances of winning would increase significantly.

In a flash, Yun Yun realized it was too late to stop him, nor did she want to. She focused all her attention on Xiao Yan, whose sword was aimed directly at Gu He, in order to find a flaw in his move.

Jia Xingtian and the others also focused intently on the square, unconsciously holding their breath.

In the blink of an eye, the blazing purple sword energy had already reached within three feet of Xiao Yan, its momentum overwhelming, seemingly possessing the power to incinerate everything.

"Return to Emptiness!" Xiao Yan stood with his hands behind his back, completely emptying his mind, and almost completely retracted the protective power of the Super Fallen Heart Flame.

With his exceptional comprehension and extensive training, having studied numerous fighting techniques, Xiao Yan could almost instantly discern the moves Gu He was about to use the moment he made a move.

Moreover, this wasn't the first time Guhe had used this fighting technique against him.

Xiao Yan was also able to unleash the Thousand Flame Sword Qi, and he was well aware of its flaws.

The blazing purple sword energy, like a roaring fire dragon, rapidly approached Xiao Yan with the power to destroy everything.

Just as the sword energy was about to touch his body, suddenly, a cold, icy wind swept up from in front of Xiao Yan, like a ghostly wind that froze the surrounding air into frost.

Under the sweep of this eerie wind, even the originally fluttering, snow-white ice seemed to be given life, dancing in the air and adding a touch of mystery and eeriness to this sudden change.

Since Guhe enhanced the power of his sword energy with beast fire, he then mobilized the Bone Spirit Cold Fire, a strange fire with ice attributes, and instantly unleashed a defensive sword attack.

As a different kind of fire, the Bone Spirit Cold Fire inherently possesses the power to suppress other different kinds of fire.

If Huo Ling were to awaken from her seclusion after sharing her cultivation with Xiao Yan, she would possess the strength of a high-level Dou Zong.

The power of ice alone is enough to melt the ancient river sword energy.

As a different kind of fire, it also possesses the power of flame.

The two were integrated into one. The Thousand Flames Sword Qi emitted by Guhe was like melting ice and snow, instantly dissipating in mid-air and turning into airflow that was absorbed by Xiao Yan.

When Xiao Yan used the Return to Emptiness technique, he not only did not feel any depletion, but he could even sense that his fighting spirit had increased.

"How is this possible?" Gu He's eyes widened. He was now a five-star Dou Huang, and his Thousand Flame Sword Qi had become even more proficient through his diligent practice.

With the combined boost of his strength and proficiency in cultivation, this combat technique in his hands could unleash power comparable to a low-rank combat technique.

Yun Yun was also quite surprised. She had spent a considerable amount of time with Xiao Yan, but had never heard of such a fighting technique.

If she were to attack with combat skills, she would probably find it difficult to break through this defensive move, and she couldn't help but frown.

The powerful fighting technique was neutralized in an instant, leaving everyone present astonished.

"Return to Origin!" Xiao Yan uttered in a low voice, raising his hand in the air as if drawing upon the power of heaven and earth.

In an instant, a vast amount of battle energy gathered in his palm, like a dazzling star.

Immediately afterwards, that force surged forth like a wild horse, crashing out wildly, like a shooting star streaking across the night sky, cutting through the surrounding cold wind and drifting snow, displaying unparalleled power.

After a moment of shock, Guhe suddenly came to his senses and faced the blinding light shining in front of him, demonstrating the terrifying power contained in the fighting technique.

Despite his burning desire to survive, he was overwhelmed by the rapid and fierce attack.

He hastily raised his sword, attempting to block the storm-like attack.

In that instant, a deafening boom resounded, as if the heavens and earth were collapsing, and the brilliant light slammed into the sword, unleashing astonishing power.

The magnificent ancient sword shattered instantly, leaving a hole, and shortly after, a bloody hole appeared on Guhe's body as well.

The powerful force sent Guhe flying backward like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily into the stone monument in the square.

The more than a thousand bursts of energy contained in that single strike erupted, and Gu He's face turned ashen, on the verge of death.

"What?" Yun Yun turned around, greatly surprised by how quickly Gu He was defeated and how serious his injuries were.

The fact that Guhe was defeated so easily shocked the others; it was truly an amazing fighting technique!

In fact, Xiao Yan only used less than 10% of the power of the Return to Origin Technique just now. It was just that he used a little more force, not including the changes of Yin and Yang, hardness and softness, and the Five Elements.

Otherwise, even if Gu He were twice as strong, his meridians would be shattered and he would perish on the spot.

Hai Bodong gasped. Even if he got serious, he probably wouldn't be able to break through the Void Returning Realm and hold onto the Unreturning Origin.

"It seems this competition is already a foregone conclusion." Hai Bodong smiled as he looked at Qin Yueyao.

Qin Yueyao said calmly, "You underestimate Yun Yun's strength and Yan'er's pride."

Yun Yun's current strength at the Dou Zong level is undoubtedly due to her son's personal training, which naturally places her above that of an ordinary Dou Zong.

Five-star Dou Huang was her son's cultivation level three years ago. Even if his realm hadn't actually improved, it didn't mean that everything was the same as it was three years ago.

Because strength never equates to combat power.

Just as everyone was caught in a moment of shock, Yun Yun's cold snort made them lose their focus and return to the square.

Even the five-star Dou Huang Dan Wang Gu He was easily defeated by Xiao Yan, so what means does this Yunlan Sect Master have to be so confident in winning?

"I will seriously injure an elder of my Yunlan Sect!" Yun Yun gritted her teeth. "I will definitely win this match."

Xiao Yan smiled faintly and gestured for him to proceed: "Then show your full strength."

Yun Yun's eyes flickered slightly, as if they contained endless stars and wisdom.

The uniquely styled longsword in her hand was instantly covered by a layer of dazzling blue light, shining like a blue dragon emerging from the sea.

With a thought, the exquisite combat techniques contained in the Poet Immortal Sword Sequence unfolded like a scroll, the sword tip trembling slightly, as if verses were leaping on it.

(End of this chapter)