Chapter 453 - 207: Path of the Strength God
Lu Hong transformed into a shooting star, locking onto the assassin ten miles away, who also sensed him and readied for battle.
As the target came into view, Lu Hong swung his Blood Holy Sword, and a long river of qi and blood slashed down from nowhere.
The opponent was greatly alarmed, not even having the time to marvel at the overwhelming power contained within, as the stones at his feet surged, bound together by the Earth Element, and transformed into a hundred-zhang-tall hand that faced the sky, attempting to lift the Blood River that Lu Hong had slashed down.
In the blink of an eye, the two’s skills collided, creating a thunderous explosion.
The Blood River was repelled, and Lu Hong staggered back several steps, while the assassin’s giant stone arm also shattered inch by inch. The recoil made him grunt as if he had taken a heavy punch.
"Were you sent by the Hall of Strength to kill me?" After a single exchange, Lu Hong gauged the opponent’s strength, which wasn’t as disturbing as he had worried, so he grew suspicious of his identity.
"I am a trialist," the opponent replied decisively. "You offended Elder Hu. Elder Hu hired me to kill you on the Canglan Path. After the deed is done, he promised to help me pass the final trial and vouche that I could become his disciple."
Lu Hong chuckled, "I’ve only met that Elder Hu once. As for deep hatred, at most we just dislike each other. Do you think I’m worth him paying such a price to eliminate me?"
"I also know it’s unlikely, but I have to try. Even if he gives me a little aid, I’ll have a chance to pass the seventh, eighth, and even the ninth trials to become a disciple of the temple."
"You are quite honest, but unfortunately, I cannot comply with your wish," Lu Hong gripped the Blood Holy Sword tightly as the power of his qi and blood surged through his body once more.