Chapter 685: The Repeated Assault
Chapter 685: The Repeated Assault
As if a thunderclap had erupted within the tunnel, even the nearby walls bore fine cracks from the sheer force.
Fan Mo's roar was a secret technique of the Ancient Kingdom Religion, known as the Sound Offensive Heart Energy. Its foundation lay in a self-cultivated altered organism, which, once activated, could directly affect opponents within close range through sound vibrations and shattering their defenses. Such attacks were not easily deflected by mere weaponry.
However, this technique came at a cost. Even though a special altered organism was utilized, the body functioned as a unified whole, and other altered organisms would unconsciously participate.
Consequently, the unique penetrating Heart Energy failed to be neutralized in time, causing a tearing sensation within his body. He staggered backward, nearly backing into the tunnel wall behind him, struggling to catch his breath.
Chen Chuan had not encountered this type of Heart Energy attack before, but his altered organism was exceptionally resilient. Instantly, he shifted to the Firm Heart Technique, blocking the vibrating force. Without waiting for the sound to cease, he strode forward, sword in hand.
Fan Mo observed Chen Chuan's actions, noticing a brief pause in his movements under the influence of Fan Mo's sound-based power. However, Chen Chuan quickly resumed his stride, appearing unaffected.
This caused Fan Mo's heart to race uncontrollably.
In the blink of an eye, Chen Chuan was upon him, lifting the unsheathed Snow Lady Sword with both hands and bringing it down in a swift chop.
Fan Mo, still reeling from the energy impact, could only raise his sword in defense. A loud clash echoed as his feet sank into the ground, and his body leaned backward, slamming into the wall behind him, sending a shower of dust and debris downward.
The sword's flash above him prompted another block, and with this strike, he felt his altered organism trembling and numbing, a result of not fully recovering from the previous attack and the emphasis on deflecting the incoming energy.
However, he had no opportunity to adjust, as Chen Chuan's sword descended again.
Fan Mo quickly realized that each of Chen Chuan's strikes landed precisely at the level he could withstand, neither killing him instantly nor allowing him a chance to catch his breath. It was like wringing out a towel, gradually squeezing out his strength.
Chen Chuan, having devoted most of his energy to refining his unarmed power, had not fully harnessed the energy of the Snow Lady Sword due to its dormant state.
For now, he could only mimic the Double Flow Power to substitute for the sword's energy, which was characterized by gradually pressuring and wearing down opponents until they lost their ability to counterattack.
In theory, this approach was commendable, as a fighter's primary objective was to ensure their safety before eliminating the enemy. It was an admirable combat technique.
However, for the opponent, it was pure torture. Knowing that this strategy would lead to their demise, they were powerless to resist, enduring the agonizing process.
Fan Mo understood that he was like a fish caught in a net, doomed to die if this continued. Even if he had some tricks up his sleeve and managed to find a chance to counterattack once or twice, he would still lose to Chen Chuan. Realizing this, he ignored the excruciating pain and unleashed another burst of energy, deflecting Chen Chuan's sword slightly. But instead of counterattacking, he suddenly dropped the broad sword in his hand and knelt with a loud thud, declaring, "I surrender."
With his thick eyebrows and large eyes, Fan Mo exuded righteousness, and his previous resilience was evident. But this sudden kneeling created a stark contrast.
Chen Chuan showed no signs of stopping, and his raised sword continued its downward chop.
Fan Mo's eyes turned red, and he knew that his surrender was a ploy for an opportunity. However, Chen Chuan did not fall for it. As his knee touched the ground, Fan Mo's body sprang diagonally, using his forehead to collide with Chen Chuan.
This kneeling maneuver, known as the "Earth Ascending Hammer," was designed to accumulate power and then launch a swift upward attack, often catching opponents off guard.
Additionally, in the Ancient Kingdom Religion's teachings, kneeling to the divine was followed by the annihilation of mortality. Therefore, this action, if not directed at a deity, warranted immediate retaliation. This ritualistic move provided him with immense power, making his body as solid as steel for a moment, rendering him almost impervious to any energy collision.
Had Chen Chuan hesitated or relaxed for a moment, Fan Mo's plan would have succeeded.
But despite the swiftness of his action, he hadn't reached Chen Chuan when the descending sword flashed, striking his forehead. The impact of the powerful energy forced him back to his knees, creating two craters in the ground.
The residual force from the sword continued to press his forehead downward, and with a final, heavy impact, he slammed into the ground, his entire body prostrated as if in prayer.
Drawing upon the ritual's power, Fan Mo's body sustained minimal damage. As he attempted to gather his energy again, Chen Chuan lifted his sword and struck once more, the impact sending stones flying. This blow not only knocked Fan Mo back but also left an outline of his crushed body on the ground.
Fan Mo felt his energy dissipating, but he knew that if he relaxed, defeat would be his only path. So, he gathered his energy, clenching his fist, and attempted to counterattack.
Before he could even get up, a powerful and fierce sword strike descended upon him, causing him to sink into the ground, embedding his entire body deeper into the tunnel's surface.
A suppressed roar escaped his lips as he tried to burst out, but at that moment, he felt a stasis in his chest, followed by a tearing pain throughout his body.
Chen Chuan's second-level energy mimicked the energy of the Danliu Pavilion, which could infiltrate the body, paralyzing and destroying the altered organization.
Although Fan Mo could deflect some of the energy with his weapon, it did not mean he was free from burden. Each mental strike caused him subtle damage, and with his previous outbursts, the altered organization was already overburdened. As a result, he failed to mobilize his energy this time.
With this failure, his energy dissipated, and the originally concealed action was disrupted, causing his body, which was once solid as one, to lose its protection.
As another sword strike descended, a loud bang reverberated, and his upper body was deeply smashed into a pit. One could see his back cover garment torn, and his scalp was peeled back, revealing a long gash from which blood flowed out.
Chen Chuan stood above, his gaze falling upon Fan Mo. The unsheathed sword rested on Fan Mo's head.
Fan Mo slightly turned his head, and although he had some means of counterattack, he hesitated for a moment. In that instant, the sword handle on his head did not hesitate and pierced through his skull, stabbing into the pit below. The energy within instantly shattered his brain, causing his body to convulse once before becoming still.
Chen Chuan waited for a moment, then pulled the sword out, lightly shaking it to remove the blood and flesh that clung to it. He said, "I gave you a chance, but you didn't take it."
After being severely injured, Fan Mo lost control of himself, and every tiny movement was detected by Chen Chuan.
Chen Chuan noticed his final small movement, which created a premonition in his mind. He was about to take a step back when Fan Mo hesitated, preventing him from executing his move. So, Chen Chuan did not hold back and ended his life with a single strike.
Fan Mo's true strength was formidable, but he relied too much on external methods and underhanded tactics to achieve his goals instead of using his genuine power. Therefore, his fighting spirit was not steadfast.
If he had set aside everything and fought with all his might, his spiritual power could have been boosted by several points, and the outcome might have been different.
At least, he could have died less disgracefully.
After wiping his sword, Chen Chuan examined Fan Mo's body and found some items, but he couldn't identify them, so he planned to take them back for further inspection.
He then picked up Fan Mo's sword and examined it carefully. It was evident that this sword had a heritage, possibly from an ancient martial arts lineage, but in Fan Mo's hands, it was a disgrace.
Chen Chuan removed the scabbard from Fan Mo's body, sheathed the sword, and straightened up. He activated the world credential and contacted the team to handle the corpse.
This was the Lower City District, and if he left Fan Mo's body here, it might be dismembered and sold. It wasn't that he had much respect for Fan Mo, but the corpse might contain clues that needed to be brought back for examination, so he couldn't let others destroy it.
As he was contacting his team, Yuan Qiuyuan's voice came through, "Captain, we've taken care of the mother worm, ensuring not a trace remains. But what should we do with the high-energy nutrient agents? Oh, and we found two more identical warehouses, all filled with them."
Chen Chuan thought for a moment and said, "Send them all to the rear."
The high-energy nutrient agents were something he needed as well, and they could be used to enhance the Snow Lady Sword. He had already felt the benefits of this weapon, and if it could be further improved, that would be even better. The team and the division would also get their share, and he could compensate them with other items.
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(End of Chapter)
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