CHAPTER 473: CHAPTER 473, DEFENSE AND ATTACK

Under the ripples of the green soul wave, the speed of the Spiritual Profound Needle instantly dropped to only a third or a fourth of its original speed!

Pff!

A Spiritual Profound Needle sank into Duanmu Yezi’s Sea of Souls, causing Duanmu Yezi to grunt, while the other Spiritual Profound Needles were dodged at the soul level.

"It should be a Three Stars Soul Defense Secret Treasure," Chu Ming uttered in his heart. The speed of the Star Trace Sword in his hand was as fast as lightning, like a divine stroke, piercing at Duanmu Yezi from all directions.

Soul Defense Secret Treasures are extremely precious, even a few notches higher than Soul Secret Techniques of the same level. Chu Ming judged that Duanmu Yezi possessed a Three Stars Soul Secret Treasure because the green soul ripples only slowed the Spiritual Profound Needle’s speed, extending the dodge time, but could not completely neutralize it. A Four Stars Soul Secret Treasure would be enough to completely block the attacks of the Spiritual Profound Needle. However, if a thousand Spiritual Profound Needles attacked simultaneously, even a Four Stars Soul Secret Treasure would be unable to withstand.

Pff!

In the moment Duanmu Yezi grunted, the Star Trace Sword severed Duanmu Yezi’s momentum, causing her to fall into disarray instantly.

Chu Ming’s body flashed rapidly, transforming into three avatars in an instant. Holding the Star Trace Sword with both hands, his white robe flapped, and black hair flew, as he charged at Duanmu Yezi from three directions: left, right, and above. The sky darkened, with Immortal, Slaughter, and Void Sword Intent rising simultaneously, intertwining in the sky, indestructible.

"Broken Dream!"

The Star Trace Sword slashed out a hazy Sword Light, space transformed, with layers of wind waves raging. The three avatars, three Broken Dreams, contained three different Sword Intents, enclosing Duanmu Yezi in layers!

"Red Fire True Body!"

Bang!

Duanmu Yezi withdrew swiftly, her arms crossed, the muscles of her arms bulging, with hot flames dancing rapidly in her eyes. Horrifying red flames swirled around her body, instantly boosting her strength by at least twenty percent.

Rumble!

Duanmu Yezi clenched her right hand, lightly punching out. The scorching fist wind stirred the gray airflow, directly shattering the Slaughter Broken Dream shadow on the right, with Slaughter Sword Light shooting out, carving sword marks on the ground.

Similarly, the Immortal Broken Dream shadow on the left was shattered by Duanmu Yezi’s left fist, scattering the Immortal golden radiance.

Pff!

The Void Broken Dream shadow in the sky suddenly fell, Chu Ming’s eyes were icy cold, and the Star Trace Sword instantly struck Duanmu Yezi’s body.

Whoosh!

The fiery red glow on Duanmu Yezi’s body extinguished, and in a flash, she appeared in the sky a hundred meters away, her left arm drooping, right hand clutching her left arm, her face showing a slightly pale expression.

"I didn’t expect even Duanmu Yezi to fall into a disadvantage. Chu Ming is truly remarkable!"

"It’s still too early to say this. If I’m not wrong, Duanmu Yezi has yet to use her trump card!"

"Heh heh, that would be more exciting, filled with suspense!"

In the spectator seats, numerous martial artists watched the two in midair, their eyes shining.

"This Chu Ming indeed has some skills!"

Young Master Lei, Lei Wushuang’s gaze was indifferent, no longer as casual as before. Talents like Fang Zhou and Duanmu Yezi could already pose a challenge to the Four Great Geniuses. With just a bit more, they might become the fifth Great Genius.

"A mere attention seeker. Even if he can defeat Duanmu Yezi, he’s definitely not comparable to Fang Zhou in Sword Dao!"

The Fire Princess, Huo Qingwu’s face was slightly chilly, and she spoke coldly.

Hundred Swords Young Master Wang Xuanyi sat in his seat, glanced at Chu Ming in midair, then looked at Fang Zhou, and said nothing.

"Grandpa didn’t lie to me. The outside world is truly fun. This time, I won’t let him take me back so easily; I must have my fill of fun!"

Gu Mu sat in his seat, looking around with great interest, mumbling to himself.

In midair, Duanmu Yezi’s gaze was as sharp as a blade, staring at Chu Ming. Her pale face slightly recovering, she said, "The next move was originally prepared for Fang Zhou. I didn’t expect to use it in advance against you. Be careful!"

Her robes fluttered, and the chaotic currents in the air surged. Chu Ming’s gaze was indifferent, and upon hearing Duanmu Yezi’s words, the corner of his mouth revealed a slight smile. He said, "Bring it on!"

Rumble!

In the instant that Chu Ming’s voice fell, the qi force around Duanmu Yezi surged. The fiery red aura danced wildly around her body, and her entire body seemed to transform into a fireball with a diameter of two meters, the scorching heat roasting the surroundings.

"Red Fire Illuminates the World!"

Rumble!

The massive fireball that Duanmu Yezi had turned into, with thunderous momentum, mixed with countless gray airflows, pressed down towards Chu Ming. The energy within the fireball was like the sun.

Buzz!

A shocking Void Sword Intent emanated from Chu Ming, slightly distorting the space. Chu Ming held the Star Trace Sword with both hands, his sleeves flying, his gaze fixed on the terrifying fireball.

"Void Wounding Sword!"

Whoosh!

A terrifying green Sword Aura erupted from Chu Ming’s Star Trace Sword. The entire space instantly darkened, viscous like water. Even the gravity of the Black Profound Mountain Range couldn’t stop the dominance of this sword!

Crack!

Fang Zhou’s eyes widened, and his right hand instantly crushed the armrest of his seat, his whole body trembling slightly.

"This sword, truly exquisite!"

After a long while, Fang Zhou calmed the surging emotions in his chest and let out a slight breath.

Only a swordsman can truly understand Sword Techniques. Chu Ming’s Void Wounding Sword, a single move that made a flash of lightning cross his mind.

It had to be said, purely in terms of Sword Techniques, all of Fang Zhou’s techniques were no match for the Void Wounding Sword. However, the martial arts tournament wasn’t just about Sword Techniques but also about whose Spiritual Power was more profound. Therefore, Fang Zhou did not belittle himself.

Pff pff pff...

In a flash of lightning, the terrifying Sword Aura collided with the massive terrifying fireball, as if triggering a chain reaction. The sky echoed with continuous thunderous roars. The domineering Sword Light shot across, the fireball scattered, and from the center, the flames spread to all directions.

Chu Ming and Duanmu Yezi’s attacks were enough to severely injure an ordinary ninth layer Guiyuan Realm expert. Now, with the shattering explosion, the entire sky was dyed a fiery red.

Pff pff pff...

A white figure cut through the center of the fireball, Chu Ming’s expression was indifferent, with a swift slash of the Star Trace Sword. A trace of blood splattered from the base of the Star Trace Sword, staining his white robe, while his figure instantly appeared on the other side of the fireball.

Bang!

The fireball exploded violently, sparks flying, disturbing the gray air currents constantly surging. The audience in the stands immediately jumped up to block.

As the white waves subsided and the turbulence stopped, a green figure shot out from the center of the fireball. The figure was in a dire state, with a trickle of blood at the corner of the mouth.

"It’s Duanmu Yezi! She’s out!"

"It seems the winner is decided!"

"But it’s unclear who won."

Some sharp-eyed spectators instantly recognized Duanmu Yezi shooting out from the fireball, exclaiming loudly.

Chii!

The Star Trace Sword sparked as it was sheathed in an instant.

"I admit my defeat wholeheartedly!"

Duanmu Yezi looked at Chu Ming, who stood with his back to her, and smiled wryly.