Chapter 156: Getting Interesting, and a Little Dangerous...

Chapter 156: Getting Interesting, and a Little Dangerous...

Longsa tightened his grip on the demon blade in his hand and slowly stepped onto the platform.

For a moment, silence fell over the arena, including the other platform.

No one expected Luofeng Ancient Kingdom to send Longsa, a top-tier warrior, so soon.

Unlike the Federation, Haut Cour Civilization, Holy Hall Civilization, and Luofeng Ancient Kingdom have had frequent exchanges over the years, with the younger generations often engaging in friendly competitions.

After all, nurturing powerful individuals requires sufficient pressure, and the pressure within a civilization is limited.

Additionally, this allows the three civilizations to gauge the strength of the other two through the younger generation.

Whether it's Holy Hall or Haut Cour, warriors like Longsa are among the very best, the top geniuses a civilization can produce under normal circumstances.

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For a moment, only the heavy beating of their hearts echoed in their ears.

When it awoke, with just a casual swipe of its claw, it tore through the net, effortlessly destroying all the traps and leaving nothing behind.

Ji Jingqiu's unyielding blade intent caused Longsa to narrow his eyes slightly.

A middle-aged man suddenly appeared among the crowd, like a towering mountain, standing above everyone, causing all conflicts to dissipate.

Long Qingyang also contemplated visiting the Temple of Gods to pay his respects to the Guardian Deity on his return.

For Luofeng Ancient Kingdom, the Federation's deity system is akin to a great supplement.

These divine fiends often originate from the remains of deities and the corpses of myriad spirits.

Suddenly, a mournful cry rang out!

Reed's heart was filled with anger and hostility, a never-ending feud with the enemies of the Dao! He wanted to immediately incinerate them, along with their followers! No, he must quickly deliver this news back to his country, or the upcoming battles might provide the Federation with sufficient data to validate their research!

This was because he was a master from the Federation, a top-tier seventh-rank expert even in the vast universe! "Why have you returned, Master Qin?" Yao He Shan asked as he stood up, "Did your journey to the Nine Provinces not go well?"

This surge of anger, channeled through the Sea of Blood Soul Domain, struck Longsa like a heavy hammer, causing him to stiffen.

The once-invincible Blood Phoenix suddenly let out a mournful wail, its anger now mixed with fear, as if encountering an unopposable superior! Longsa's vision darkened, and he sensed his divine fiend being severely injured, the backlash causing his head to throb with pain, wishing he could faint on the spot.

He took a step forward, and his energy surged like the roar of the ocean, as he swung his long sword, cutting through layers of airflow with the force of splitting mountains and overturning seas, causing the moon to sink and stars to fall!

With a loud shout, Qingzhu seemed to transform into a bolt of lightning.

...

Even the powerful warriors from the other three civilizations in the arena couldn't help but show respect.

...

Even the people of Luofeng Ancient Kingdom were shocked to see this figure, realizing that Longsa had already condensed a semi-illusory and semi-real blade soul! Especially at this moment, Lord Loren's furrowed brows relaxed.

Even a string of five is a promising sign!

This Guardian Deity has always been a focus of their attention, as his authority over warfare and killing aligns perfectly with the preferences of the upper echelons of the ancient kingdom.

Ji Jingqiu sheathed his sword and stood respectfully, as this was the first time he had encountered a peer warrior who wielded a blade.

This near-solid stillness stood in stark contrast to the surrounding world.

In Luofeng Ancient Kingdom's cultivation system, when the younger generation reaches the cultivation age, they all travel to ancient battlefields to seek divine fiends and temper themselves.

"Whatever it is, it doesn't feel too good..." someone whispered in response, "It looks like a blood tiger, so violent. Are you sure it's not the manifestation of a warrior's inner self?"

...

Suddenly—

"Your Highness, is this person you chose earlier?" a warrior asked curiously.

At the Holy Hall Civilization's camp—

"He looks like a divine fiend from Luofeng Ancient Kingdom, but he's practicing the Federation's martial arts. How could he have a divine fiend?"

Hasn't the Federation just discovered the passage to the Nine Provinces? And they've already established a stable channel that can send master-level warriors deep into the Nine Provinces!

The key lies in Luofeng Ancient Kingdom's coveting of the Federation's deity system.

The next moment—

One thing is certain: the divine fiend Longsa possesses exerts a restraining power on him comparable to that of a superior over a subordinate!

This matter must be immediately reported to the National Assembly and a stern warning must be issued to the Federation!

Moguang didn't respond, instead, he fixed his gaze on the silhouette of the figure standing with a drawn sword, and after a long while, he smiled and said, "Now it's getting interesting."

According to the young warriors of the other two civilizations, Luofeng Ancient Kingdom has already bestowed a title upon Longsa, treating him as a future king or marquis.

In just an instant, the suppression of the Blood Phoenix was dispelled.

Ji Jingqiu's breath surged, breaking free from the constraints of the blade soul, his energy roaring and howling within his body, causing his bones to creak under the strain, and finally, it all flowed into his long sword.

He stared at Ji Jingqiu on the platform, silent for a long time, before gritting his teeth and saying:

In an instant, their long swords clashed, and each of Ji Jingqiu's strikes was imbued with the power of the Unity Art, his offense like a toppling mountain, making it difficult for Longsa to withstand for a while.

At this moment, it raised its head and let out a long howl, as if declaring who the true master of this place was!

Behind Longsa, a semi-illusory and semi-real figure appeared, not the ancestral god soul of Lu Sen, but a towering figure, dozens of meters tall, standing silently behind Longsa, both hands resting on a massive, deep red long sword, like a guardian who had stood in the temple for millennia.

This method is specifically designed to counter the Luofeng Ancient Kingdom's system of sublimation!

But now, just thinking about this method that restrains the foundation of the Ancient Kingdom's sublimation system...

The Blood-colored Heaven Phoenix Feather's Sea of Suffering Soul Domain invaded Ji Jingqiu's mind.

The Federation and the Luofeng Ancient Kingdom will inevitably clash.

At this moment, Long Qingyang shot a look of disdain at the speaker.

The situation changed abruptly.

A blood-colored phantom tiger, with a blade in its mouth, approached. The long blade emanated an infinite sharpness, pure and flawless.

"We concede!"

With their keen eyes, they naturally could tell that Ji Jingqiu's swift defeat of Longsa was related to the manifested Blood Tiger.

Along with a faint sound of metal friction.

A calm voice rang out, light yet soothing like a spring breeze, instantly dissipating the tense atmosphere.

It was unclear if this was a Visualization Creation or some other aura, Dharmakaya, or similar.

"The Luofeng Ancient Kingdom forfeits the next two battles."

Still wondering how Ji Jingqiu broke through Longsa's suppression, he focused his gaze, unafraid, and engaged in a blade duel.

It was as if a fierce tiger lay in the depths of the forest, feigning sleep, while a hunter carefully set up a trap around it.

Qin Zuxian transmitted his voice, "Qingyang, is this the recent breakthrough of your Dragon Tiger Dojo?"

There was only a gleaming blade light.

This peculiar method, even the Luofeng Ancient Kingdom, with their years of research on Divine Fiends, had never mastered it! Indeed, the Federation has been researching methods to counter the Ancient Kingdom, and they have already achieved initial success!

Hearing this, the strong cultivators from the three civilizations almost stood up in surprise.

Ji Jingqiu forcefully broke through Longsa's trap, severing the bindings with a single strike. This was not the end but the beginning.

Qin Zuxian calmly said, "When you encounter the two strongest opponents from the other side, if you can't beat them, just run back."

At this moment,

The friction between the blade and its sheath was unusually clear.

Among the onlookers, one exclaimed in surprise, watching the Blood Tiger behind Ji Jingqiu. For a moment, he couldn't tell if this was a Visualization Creation combined with the aura of blood and energy or something else.

The next moment, the massive Blade Soul behind Longsa slowly raised the long blade, pointing it at Ji Jingqiu. A huge invisible domain instantly enveloped him!

Divine Fiends are the Luofeng Ancient Kingdom's equivalent to the Federation's Power Body and Dharmakaya in martial arts foundation.

On the platform,

How could this be possible?! Divine Fiends are their foundation, derived from the remains of divine beings, a concentration of divinity. How could it be so easily damaged? Even with the mutual attrition between Divine Fiends, it's impossible to determine victory or defeat in an instant, let alone suffer severe injuries in an instant! But his perception was correct; his Crimson Heaven Phoenix Feather was torn apart, consuming at least a portion of his innate power.

This Master had just returned from the Wilderness Nine Provinces?

The latter took a deep breath, and his Divine Fiend power erupted, attempting to repeat the feat.

...

Long Qingyang replied, "No."

What kind of method is this?!

An infinite Sea of Suffering surged, and at its center, a Blood Phoenix with outstretched wings! The Sea of Suffering seemed alive, devouring everything in its path, the heavy stench of blood stimulating the senses and eroding Ji Jingqiu's heart, separating his spirit from his flesh.

Divine Fiends strengthen as a warrior advances, refining both the body and the spirit, and eventually, a divine nature is condensed.

Long Qingyang's gaze deepened, and he placed his hand on the Master's shoulder. The latter turned his head, his cold gaze revealing a hint of ferocity, and a struggle between heaven and earth erupted.

This was an unusual blade cry, unsettling the heart.

Since Longsa had condensed a Blade Soul, and with a top-tier Divine Fiend, this battle was a sure victory!

"Huh? What is this? A Visualization Creation?"

None of the three civilizations expected the Federation to open with such a powerful move, skipping the usual probing.

Long Qingyang explained, "Ji Jingqiu visited the Guardian Deity Temple to pay respects. Perhaps the Guardian Deity himself took a liking to him and bestowed a gift."

But did the representatives of the four divine masters not visit their Dragon Tiger Dojo? The elder was speechless. If even the Guardian Deity had seen him, then how could he use the excuse of 'Martial Will Aura is a manifestation of the heart' to accuse Ji Jingqiu of bloodlust and moral corruption? It wouldn't hold up.

Lord Loren was afraid that Ji Jingqiu might 'accidentally' kill Longsa! He never expected Longsa, who had condensed a Blade Soul, to lose so mysteriously. Longsa still had many unrevealed Divine Anomalies!

The Guardian Deity was not only in charge of punishment but also shared a deep hatred for evil, not tolerating any wrongdoing.

Someone responded, their tone filled with confusion.

However...

And how did this Master evade the search of the Nine Provinces' strongest cultivators? For years, the exploration of the Nine Provinces by the Greater Universe had been stuck at an impasse, mainly because Masters and above couldn't cross over, facing capture by the Nine Provinces' strongest cultivators.

It was as if they were saying that the disciples from their Dragon Tiger Dojo manifested dragon and tiger shapes, which was unreasonable. The elder who spoke earlier scoffed, "Even if it's your Dragon Tiger Dojo's tiger-shaped Spiritual Form, when did it become so blood-soaked?"

At the same time, the blood-colored Divine Fiend expanded like flames, and the sharp Phoenix cry pierced through, pulling Ji Jingqiu into another world! Everywhere he looked, he saw only blood-red.

Ji Jingqiu effortlessly drew his blade from its sheath, the sound reverberating with an uncanny power that caught Longsa off guard. A chilling sensation coursed through Longsa's body, as if he'd been doused in cold water from head to toe, and an icy blade seemed to pierce his brow, freezing time and spreading a paralyzing cold throughout his entire body.

Ji Jingqiu's foot sank into the ground, and the immense pressure bore down on his shoulders, trapping him in a quagmire where he couldn't move a muscle.

Heavy, fast, and fierce! The sword light enveloped the arena, shredding the intricate web of sword light Longsa had woven, which was enough to pulverize a martial artist of the same tier.

The onlookers' expressions turned solemn, noticing that this person not only avoided injury but also showed no disturbance in their aura, clearly withdrawing calmly.

Being able to consecutively defeat two second-tier geniuses of Luofeng Ancient Kingdom and doing so with such ease, it was evident that this person's strength was not to be underestimated, and they had undoubtedly touched the threshold of the first tier.

In the arena, a deep red demon blade caught everyone's attention, its long and narrow body exuding a chilling intent that pierced the soul.

A powerful martial artist from Luofeng Ancient Kingdom stood up, his gaze fixed on Ji Jingqiu in the arena, leaning forward with one hand resting on Ji Jingqiu's shoulder.

The unknown patterns on the long blade slowly lit up, resembling ancient divine inscriptions that trembled and danced along the blade's surface.

At this moment, the world seemed to slow down, and time stretched endlessly.

Ji Jingqiu extended his right hand, his fingertips gently touching the hilt of the blade, his aura deep and restrained, and the long blade itself exuded a peculiar sense of condensation, as if all sharpness were bound within the sheath, awaiting the moment of release.

With his vision, he could discern Longsa's defeat, stemming from his divine fiend power being severely damaged by his opponent's unknown methods.

At this moment, Ji Jingqiu's eyes were tightly shut, his mind and body bound, seemingly having lost all ability to resist.

A tiger's roar echoed, filled with repeated provocation and anger.

"Blade Soul!"

If Ji Jingqiu were truly a person born with evil and murderous thoughts, he would have been instantly killed in the Temple of the Guardian Deity, even with the deity's protection.

Having witnessed the entire battle, Reed's heart sank, and the shadows in his eyes deepened, revealing his unease and anger.

"It's true," Long Qingyang said firmly. "Ji Jingqiu did go to the Temple of the Guardian Deity, and he even obtained a spot in the Dao Field. How he did it, I don't know."

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A white-haired figure stood opposite Ji Jingqiu, silent, his tall frame appearing slightly slender.

Ji Jingqiu showed no mercy, severing Longsa's arm that held the blade.

Both were aware of each other's difficulty, and simultaneously, they skipped the meaningless exchanges, unleashing their decisive moves.

But a formidable aura burst forth from Ji Jingqiu's body, making him seem suddenly larger and more formidable, like a towering monument.

The young federal warrior who had easily suppressed Longsa recalled the earlier conversation in the arena, and the keyword "Guardian Deity" flashed through Reed's mind.

If they could replicate this method of effortlessly subduing divine fiends...

The precept left by their ancestor was correct; the civilization of Ji Tianxing would never be satisfied with the present. They would attempt to bring everything they could reach into their control!

Among the surrounding civilizations, Luofeng Ancient Kingdom was the most bloodthirsty.

In an instant, Longsa found himself trapped in Ji Jingqiu's intricate web. As Ji Jingqiu was restrained, Longsa's expression remained calm, and his body burst into action, his blood-red demon blade trembling as it tore through the web of sword light, enveloping Ji Jingqiu.

...

A tangible blade intent, sharp enough to cut through anything, emanated from Ji Jingqiu's body, making his presence impossible to ignore.

Their gazes met and clashed, the air between them freezing, and this deathly stillness spread, extending beyond the arena.

At the same time, behind Ji Jingqiu, the Blood Tiger slowly raised its head, its wild and insane tiger eyes seeming to pierce the depths of all souls.

Lord Loren took a deep breath, suppressing the shock, confusion, and anger in his heart.

A Blood Phoenix stood atop the long blade, its gaze cold, focused on Ji Jingqiu.

"Quiet down, all of you. What kind of manners are you young ones displaying?"

At that moment, the federal representative stepped forward.

They were not inferior in the slightest.

Among the surrounding powers, Luofeng Ancient Kingdom and the Federation had a rather ordinary relationship, having been adversaries in the past.

Qin Zuxian spoke thoughtfully, "So, it's the Guardian Deity's side... It seems like we'll have to pay a visit to the old deity when we return."

The Federation's martial arts seemed even stronger than they had anticipated...

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Observing the defeated and disarmed Longsa, the young martial artists from Haut Cour and Holy Hall looked solemn.

They were well aware of Longsa's strength and couldn't comprehend how the federal warrior had swiftly defeated him! On the Holy Hall's side, the warrior who had previously inquired about the situation asked with a heavy expression, "Your Highness, how confident are you now?"

Muguang rubbed his brow, and after a long pause, he replied, "It feels a bit dangerous now..."

(End of Chapter)

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