Chapter 194: Blade Piercing the Heart Sword
Chapter 194: Blade Piercing the Heart Sword
"Yin-Yin Intent!"
Meng Dan Yun muttered to himself, "No wonder there are many outstanding disciples in this generation of Huanhuan Sect. Compared to Hua Nongyue, Hua Nongying is far inferior. Even though she hasn't taken the second step in Desire Bliss Intent, she is still known as one of the Huanhuan Twins... It turns out she has been comprehending the Yin-Yin Intent all this time. Although she has only recently grasped it, it is still one of the two direct branches of the Yin-Yang Intent."
The Yin-Yang Dao is one of the world's top martial arts, second only to the Heaven and Earth Principle. Although Desire Bliss is derived from it, it is far less direct than the 'Yin' Intent, which is the most straightforward of the two branches!
If Hua Nongying wasn't trying to comprehend the Yin-Yin Intent, her Desire Bliss Intent would have likely reached the second step by now. Currently, although neither intent has reached the second step, the Yin-Yin Intent is extraordinary. Even though it has only been recently realized, the power it unleashes far surpasses that of ordinary intents. Combined with the Desire Bliss Intent, it is enough to challenge Gu Hong at this moment.
Meng Dan Yun glanced at the darkness surrounding them.
No wonder that person from Blood Concealment Tower didn't dare to fight for the Earthly Origin Lotus. It seems they are well aware that if they dared to approach, they would struggle to escape the notice of Gu Hong's Heart Sword perception. If they were to attract the attention of Gu Hong and Hua Nongying, they would be killed first, and they would have to flee in disarray, even risking death.
"Dare not compete with Gu Hong and Hua Nongying for the Earthly Origin Lotus, but dares to target me..."
Meng Dan Yun was secretly annoyed at this moment. So, it's become a convenient habit to target her without risk, is that it? The Blood Concealment Tower assassin who teamed up with Han Guang earlier and the one who suddenly attacked just now were the same.
Once she trains the Gale Wind and Water Abyss Intents to the second step, she will also learn from Chen Mu, hiding her abilities and remaining calm. When Blood Concealment Tower dares to target her again, they will taste her might!
Speaking of which...
I wonder how Chen Mu's pursuit of Han Guang turned out.
Meng Dan Yun's thoughts were interrupted as she noticed a slight change in Chen Mu's expression. He then looked down at the pool of water beneath them.
Just a few breaths later, a figure appeared in the tunnel at the bottom of the pool, swiftly breaking through the water and landing not far in front of her. It was none other than Chen Mu!
"You're here."
Meng Dan Yun turned to Chen Mu, and a faint light flashed in her clear eyes.
She had left some traces in the waterway, so it wasn't surprising that Chen Mu could find his way here. However, what truly stirred her emotions was Chen Mu's display of power in the underground cavern.
With all three intents—Wind and Thunder Might, Flame Blade, and Spring Water—reaching the second step, and with such a thick concentration of Essence Energy True Strength, Chen Mu was no less impressive than her, even though she knew he had only recently entered the Organ Realm.
Jade Bone!
Chen Mu must have entered the Organ Realm with the most perfect foundation, which explained his substantial Essence Energy even at the initial stage of the Organ Realm.
She had always believed that Chen Mu possessed exceptional talent and aptitude. If he were to join the Seven Mysteries Sect, he would be more than capable of succeeding her as the next True Transmitter of Spirit Profound Peak. However, she had greatly underestimated Chen Mu's comprehension and aptitude.
To enter the Organ Realm with a Jade Bone foundation and master three intents—Wind and Thunder Might, Flame Blade, and Spring Water—upon entering the Organ Realm, was undoubtedly a genius among geniuses. In the entire Seven Mysteries Sect, only Zhou Hao, the True Transmitter of Ultimate Profound Peak, could compare to Chen Mu.
"I encountered some unexpected delays, but I'm glad you're safe, Senior Sister Meng."
Chen Mu nodded slightly at Meng Dan Yun, and his gaze swept over the stone grotto, noticing the Earthly Origin Lotus growing in the distant pool of water. A faint light flashed in his eyes, and he glanced at the battling Gu Hong and Hua Nongying.
Meng Dan Yun said, "I have the Water Abyss Intent, and this stone grotto and water cavern is my advantageous terrain. The remaining few can't do anything to me."
"Mhm."
Chen Mu nodded slightly and looked towards the distant pool, asking, "Is that the Earthly Origin Lotus?"
Meng Dan Yun also looked over, and a faint light flashed in her eyes as she replied, "It should be."
At this moment, Gu Hong and Hua Nongying also noticed Chen Mu's arrival, each giving him a quick glance. A hint of surprise flashed in their eyes, and their fighting slowed down.
To reach this place, one must have undoubtedly cultivated the Five Viscera Realm.
Meng Dan Yun had nothing to add.
But with Chen Mu here, there was no question that he and Meng Dan Yun were traveling together. With a Blood Concealment Tower assassin lurking nearby, the situation didn't allow Gu Hong and Meng Dan Yun to continue their fight without regard for others.
With this thought, Hua Nongying smiled at Gu Hong and said, "Senior Brother Gu, although your Heart Sword counters my Desire Bliss, it's not easy to defeat me in a short time. I suggest we call a temporary truce. After all, the Earthly Origin Lotus only has its full effect on the first consumption, and there are six of them here, enough for both of us to share."
"Gu Hong's gaze swept over Meng Dan Yun and Chen Mu in the distance.
Then, he slowly spoke, "I have four, you have two."
Hua Nongying giggled, "Xiao Gu is being too greedy. Although he's not weak, if I were to join forces with them, he might not get a single one."
Gu Hong coldly said, "Are you threatening me?"
Hua Nongying smiled and said, "How dare I threaten Xiao Gu? I'm just offering a friendly reminder. You should make up your mind quickly, or else it will be more troublesome if others come looking."
"Hmph."
Gu Hong snorted coldly, his gaze once again sweeping over Meng Dan Yun and Chen Mu. He noticed Chen Mu walking towards them, and his mind quickly made a judgment. Just as he was about to respond to Hua Nongying, a deafening roar filled the stone cavern. In an instant, the darkness was illuminated by fierce flames.
Chen Mu held the Flowing Flame Blade, its blade engulfed in raging fire. The wind howled around him, and his body was surrounded by crackling electricity and thunder. Bolts of lightning weaved together, creating an awe-inspiring aura that dominated the surroundings. Chen Mu's expression remained calm and detached, like a divine being, as he approached step by step.
"Let's not make this complicated."
Chen Mu's voice echoed through the cavern, and the words appeared in a floating text, clearly visible to everyone.
"Perhaps...they should all belong to me."
As his words fell, the entire stone cavern fell silent.
Among them, Meng Dan Yun's eyes shone with surprise, while Gu Hong, Hua Nongying, and even Ling Wu, the true transmitter of Blood Concealment Tower who was hiding in the shadows, all had their expressions shaken. Their eyes revealed a look of astonishment.
Whistling Wind! Thunder Quake! Blaze Fire!
All three intents were at the second step!
Gu Hong's gaze upon Chen Mu was filled with shock. He had encountered Chen Mu twice before, and he remembered them clearly. The first time was a chance meeting in the streets, where he didn't pay much attention to Chen Mu. The second time was on the Qingping River, when Chen Mu was saving people in a boat. Lu Yuan had tried to attack Chen Mu, but he was stopped. Although Gu Hong had felt that Chen Mu had some talent, he still didn't consider him a worthy opponent.
But at this moment, witnessing the second step of the three intents in the stone cavern, he finally realized that his previous assessment of Chen Mu had been completely wrong. This person was indeed the formidable enemy Lu Yuan had spoken of.
"Whistling Wind, Thunder Quake, and Blaze Fire. I never expected that a small county like Pingyu could produce someone like you. I admit I underestimated you before. Once you step into the Six Viscera Realm, you'll surely have a place on the Cold Northern Path's 'Gale Wind Rankings'."
Gu Hong stared at Chen Mu and slowly spoke, "My Heart Sword Intent is at its peak. Even the Huanhuan Demoness is no match for me. I thought there was no one in Pingyu County who could help me hone my sword skills, but I was wrong."
As he finished speaking, the limbs that had remained still during his previous fight with Hua Nongying finally moved. He abruptly raised his left hand and, with his finger extended like a sword, he slashed towards Chen Mu from a distance of nearly three zhang!
"Receive my sword!"
In an instant, Primordial Energy surged in the void, transforming into a three-zhang-long, majestic sword aura that descended upon Chen Mu. Its might was overwhelming, and even before it fully landed, it gave the impression that one's body and mind would be split in two by the sword aura, creating a terrifying sensation.
Chen Mu stood in his original spot, his eyes reflecting a faint sword light. The power of the Heart Sword Intent not only manifested on the sword aura but also directly penetrated the heart and mind.
However.
Just as the sword intent was about to penetrate Chen Mu's heart, it was suddenly blocked by a thick and heavy aura, like an ant trying to shake a tree, unable to move Chen Mu's spirit in the slightest.
Then, with a calm expression, Chen Mu held the Flowing Flame Blade with both hands and swung it forward with all his might!
Hum!
The lightning arcs that had been swirling around him instantly converged onto the blade of the Flowing Flame Blade, merging with the flames. The wind and thunder intertwined, creating a three-zhang-long blade aura of thunder and fire that surged forward.
In an instant, the light of thunder and fire exploded, colliding with the invisible sword aura in the void. The howling wind caused the nearby pool to ripple with wave after wave.
Crack!
The three-zhang-long sword aura that Gu Hong had unleashed now showed visible cracks in the air, and it began to crumble inch by inch!
The might of the thunder and fire, carried by the howling wind, swept over Gu Hong, who was shocked by the sight. It lifted him into the air and hurled him towards the back, where he flew in an arc and plunged into the pool at the end of the distant cave!
Plop!
Gu Hong spat out a mouthful of fresh blood. Before the blood could even hit the ground, it was incinerated by the flames, vanishing into the air. In the depths of his eyes, on the radiant Heart Sword, cracks appeared silently, covering the entire blade.
With one swing of the blade, Chen Mu had shattered Gu Hong's sword aura and broken his Heart Sword Intent. After sending Gu Hong flying, Chen Mu didn't pursue further. Instead, he slowly lowered the Flowing Flame Blade and turned to Hua Nongying, saying calmly,
"And you?"
(End of Chapter)
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