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Chapter 982: A Single Hand Against the Torrent
Chapter 982: A Single Hand Against the Torrent
As Dakota entered the water, the spiritual flame on his body merged with more water, causing an increasing amount of water to converge towards him.
He had no intention of engaging in a face-to-face confrontation with Chen Chuan just yet. At least, not until he had exhausted a certain amount of Chen Chuan's stamina.
And he was confident in his ability to execute this tactical plan.
In battles between fighters, there were many crucial factors, and the spiritual flame was undoubtedly one of the most important. It was indispensable for both offense and defense, and with this layer of power, one could sustain combat indefinitely.
However, the spiritual flame was ultimately limited. If it were to collide and be eroded by an endless expanse of matter, it would also suffer losses. But Dakota could control the water, using this natural element to obstruct, entangle, and erode his opponent. Once his enemy became exhausted and fatigued, Dakota could launch a decisive finishing attack.
This was his combat philosophy: to harness the power of nature. Humans were insignificant in the face of nature, and to contend with it was a sure path to defeat.
Chen Chuan, guided by Vermilion Whirl, approached, and at that moment, he noticed Dakota's action of hiding within the water flow. His eyes flashed, and a light suddenly appeared in his hand.
Dakota's heart skipped a beat when he saw this. He quickly dodged, and his body was enveloped by a blue spiritual flame, which carried him swiftly along the water to the far end.
In an instant, a bright light illuminated the entire island, followed by a loud explosion that seemed to shake the ground. The massive gathering of water and the half-human, half-serpent figure were instantly cleared, turning into rising steam that dissipated outwards. The spiritual flame within was also completely shattered and dissipated, leaving not a trace behind.
Vermilion Whirl leaped forward, her shadow flashing red. In a short moment, she caught up with Dakota's retreating figure, her Quill Feather Saber pressing against his eyebrows.
Dakota stared at Vermilion Whirl. He had heard of similar 'spirits' in his tribe, entities that possessed the form and combat prowess of divine beings. Fortunately, he had observed that this spirit seemed unable to stray too far from Chen Chuan, as if it relied on Chen Chuan's energy for its existence. This realization reduced the threat it posed to him.
As for the destroyed external form, as long as he was still alive, he could regenerate it. Although the spiritual impact had destroyed a portion of his spiritual flame, he welcomed this exchange, as it was advantageous for him.
At this moment, he raised his battle axe to block Vermilion Whirl's slash, and strands of spiritual flame danced outward from his body. The gathered water converged and transformed into a half-human, half-water serpent, rushing towards Chen Chuan's side. Above all, he had to keep Chen Chuan at bay, preventing him from getting close and launching a surprise attack.
However, after several clashes of axe and saber, Dakota realized he had underestimated Vermilion Whirl. The power of her saber alone was enough to threaten him, and her technique was impeccable. Each strike and every angle of her attacks were flawless, forcing him to concentrate fully to counter her.
Yet, Dakota, being in the water, could harness the power of the water flow to propel and assist himself, while also using it to restrain his opponent. He didn't feel strained and was even willing to maintain this stalemate.
Meanwhile, Chen Chuan slashed at the water rushing towards him, and despite being cut open, the massive amount of water didn't disperse, as if it had a life of its own.
He paid no heed to this, as the other party's tactical intention was clear after these two exchanges: to use the water to exhaust his stamina.
But these things couldn't be ignored, as they contained spiritual flames and possessed a certain offensive power. There might even be hidden elements he wasn't aware of. A moment of carelessness could lead to a disadvantageous situation.
Facing Dakota, who was retreating, one way to deal with such an opponent who avoided combat was to engage in a battle of attrition. This was because Dakota didn't know that Chen Chuan's foundation was far more solid than he imagined.
However, this method was time-consuming and unstable. If it proved ineffective, Dakota might retreat into the vast ocean, where his power would be ten times more troublesome than on land.
Another option was to launch a direct assault, striving to unleash the strongest power in the shortest time, leaving the opponent no chance to escape or regroup.
This seemed to be the most feasible approach.
With this in mind...
He closed his eyes, and as his thoughts turned, his second self merged with him. He took a deep breath, initiating the Heaven-Earth Furnace Breathing Technique.
In that instant, a surge of power erupted from within his body, and white mist and platinum light blended, spreading outwards.
Dakota immediately noticed the change on Chen Chuan's side. He wasn't surprised by Chen Chuan's choice of an explosive attack, as this was the decision most people would make in such a situation.
However, this was exactly what Dakota had hoped for; it was as if Chen Chuan had stepped into a trap he had prepared.
Dakota's understanding of the Wrath River Legacy was exceptional. He was just a step away from communicating with the ancestral spirits and completing the first step of fusion with nature. Therefore, his previous display wasn't his full strength; it was merely a show of potential.
At this very moment, invisible battle tattoos flickered and appeared under his skin. This was a secret technique that combined rituals with self-power, capable of unleashing the potential of alienated organisms.
As this portion of power was triggered, a part of it even emerged from within his body, forming fine, nearly invisible silk threads. With its appearance, more water vapor seemed to merge with him.
Chen Chuan looked up at the location where Dakota was, and with a single step forward, the entire world seemed to slow down.
The doubled power and speed caused his external display to surpass a certain limit, even reaching a strength comparable to the Longevity Perception Realm of Changshengguan. When this speed was unleashed, everything outside seemed to become solidified and immovable.
The waves in front of him hovered and froze in the air, and as he stepped forward, they were inevitably hit and began to shatter and disintegrate into slowly drifting, deformed water droplets.
In his eyes, Red Whirl's crimson robe fluttered as she slashed through the flowing water towards Dakota, who raised his battle axe to block, his expression confident yet vigilant. Their weapons were slowly approaching each other.
As Chen Chuan stepped forward, the ground trembled and cracked, and the air he pushed through expanded outward, forming faintly visible air currents.
Dakota couldn't see Chen Chuan at this moment, but the water around him was imbued with his spiritual power, making it an extension of his body in a sense. His spirit was sending frantic alarms to his mind.
His consciousness instinctively responded, and the stimulation caused his alienated flesh to unleash its potential without restraint, generating more power from within his body while the external spiritual flame retreated inward.
These actions had to be executed in an instant, and his eyes were filled with bloodshot veins, with blood seeping from his skin.
The surrounding water waves also underwent an unexpected change, becoming thicker and more viscous, as if even Red Whirl's sword was restricted, trapped within.
Chen Chuan paid no attention to these changes. His eyes were fixed on Dakota, and his body leaned forward, creating a narrow angle with the ground. The cloak he wore clung tightly to his body, as if an invisible hand was pulling him from behind.
When he reached the appropriate distance, he slashed his Snow Lord Saber towards the figure above him.
Dakota, guided by his danger perception, managed to lift his battle axe with great effort and moved it towards the path of the descending blade. The veins on the back of his hand bulged, and drops of blood flew out, scattering in the air.
The next moment, the saber and axe clashed, and the spiritual flame instantly dissipated. Although Dakota successfully blocked the saber's path with his axe, he couldn't withstand the force. His arm holding the axe instantly deformed, the bones inside shattering and twisting like soft noodles.
At that moment, Chen Chuan extended his other hand, gripping the raised Snow Lord Saber and slashing it down towards Dakota's body!
As the saber light descended, the surrounding water flow stirred, and a flash of spiritual light burst forth, forming a powerful vortex that pulled Dakota back, causing him to retreat a distance. This move saved most of his body, but one of his legs was severed by the blade.
Chen Chuan's eyes flashed, and he held his saber horizontally, continuing his pursuit.
Dakota was actually unable to perceive what was happening at this moment; he was relying solely on his spirit and alienated flesh to save himself. To avoid life-threatening danger, he would use any available means and backup plans.
In an instant, the ground beneath their feet exploded, and a massive water jet shot out from below.
It was evident that in battle, whether it was the powerful vortex with suction force or the explosive current from below, they could create opportunities and significantly impact the enemy.
However, in this situation, none of it was of use. Chen Chuan charged forward determinedly, shattering the obstructing water flow into countless scattered droplets.
As he approached his target again, he shook his arms, and the saber light slashed upwards once more. In the air, the droplets were sliced one by one, and finally, the saber passed through Dakota's chest, emitting a sharp saber aura that pierced through his back. A saber scar appeared in the solidified water behind him, expanding outward.
Chen Chuan abruptly stopped, maintaining his saber-swinging posture while exhaling a scorching breath.
The world returned to normal at that moment.
Boom!
Thunderous sounds rumbled outwards, and the entire island seemed to shake. The suspended water flow collapsed, creating ripples that spread outwards. Amidst the scattering water, Dakota's body was flung far away, crashing helplessly onto the ground covered in cracks.
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(End of Chapter)
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