Chapter 900: Subduing Snow and Defying Frost
Chapter 900: Chapter 895: Subduing Snow and Defying Frost
He really had praised her too early.
This was Lü Yang’s first reaction when he saw that cascading celestial silk river crashing down toward him. Just as World Purger Fei Xue had said, only this could be called boundless mana!
To a Golden Core Perfected Lord, mana was meaningless. Because almost all Perfected Lords possessed infinite mana, the usual so-called mana consumption simply meant that their mana recovery speed couldn’t keep up with the consumption rate. Moreover, although their mana was infinite, their maximum mana output within a short period of time was not.
This was often what determined the superiority between Perfected Lords. When there was no gap in Position, whoever’s Profound Mysterious Technique could erupt with more mana and greater power in a single breath would naturally be stronger.
World Purger Fei Xue was exactly like this.
If it came purely down to mana recovery speed, she was undoubtedly inferior to Lü Yang. This had been evident from the very first clash of their mana. However, at this moment, the mana she unleashed in a single strike had actually exceeded Lü Yang’s limits. As a result, within the scope of this attack, she instead suppressed him. The heavenly waterfall cascaded from the sky, collapsing the void wherever it passed. All the Profound Mysterious shattered under the overwhelming burden.
It didn’t even stop there.
At this moment, far outside the battlefield, Minor Metal and True Monarch Zeng Cai Qiluo also had slight changes in their expressions as they sensed a terrifying vortex-like suction force sweeping over them. With their Cultivation, both of them had to exert all their strength to stabilize their figures so as not to be sucked in. The source of this vortex suction force was precisely that [Thousand Dragons Returning Profound Pearl] hanging high in the sky, which was enough to make it difficult for any Cultivator below the level of Great Perfected Lord to escape.
In addition to this, there was a streak of golden light mixed within the heavenly waterfall.
It was precisely the [Sea and Mountain Heaven Opening Stone]!
With this Magic Stone capable of breaking through obstacles, even if Lü Yang really brought out some formidable defensive measures, they would be neutralized by it first. Seeing this scene, Lü Yang couldn’t help but sigh inwardly. “So much water… She has probably been planning this strike for a long time!”
Lü Yang felt solemn. This was absolutely World Purger Fei Xue’s most magnificent and powerful strike. She had been accumulating momentum for a long time—lying dormant until now, only to strike with earth-shattering force!
“Whether it’s my [Nine-Nine Thunder Tribulation], the Star Palace’s Strategic Level Dao Soldiers, or even True Monarch Gangxing’s sword strike as a Great Perfected Lord after forcibly elevating his Position—the power they erupt with would likely be similar to this. Below the level of Great Perfected Lord, this strike has truly reached the absolute limit,” he realized.
At this moment, his heart was filled with enlightenment.
“Fruit of Gully-Rill Water originates from secluded valleys. Its nature is cold and crystal clear. Upon encountering rocks, it divides its flow; upon encountering an abyss, it deeply accumulates; upon encountering a cliff, it becomes a waterfall. It flows endlessly all year round, silently nourishing all life…”
Was this the [Fruit of Gully-Rill Water]? It was, but it absolutely didn’t stop there!
“This is the pure Water Element, even purer than the [Fruit of Vast-Sea Water], because the [Fruit of Vast-Sea Water]’s Profound Mysterious leans toward the imagery of the source of life.”
World Purger Fei Xue, however, was different. Her Profound Mysterious imagery was extremely pure. It was simply the transformations of the Water Element, exactly like the clarity of the [Fruit of Gully-Rill Water]. No wonder she had the ambition to become the Water Element Supreme Venerable!
“Up until now, she has revealed four True Treasures in total. If my guess is correct, her final True Treasure is the core she used for her Void Certificate.”
Despite facing a critical situation, Lü Yang’s expression remained composed. His demeanor caused World Purger Fei Xue in the distance to blink her beautiful eyes, revealing excitement and anticipation. “Come on, how will you counter my strike?
“The [Thousand Dragons Returning Profound Pearl] immobilizes and locks onto the enemy.
“The [Sea and Mountain Heaven Opening Stone] breaks defenses and removes obstacles.
“The [Celestial Silk Light] accumulates momentum for the kill.
“Come on, let me take a good look… But no matter what Profound Mysterious you use, I can collect it with the [Nine Abyss Returning Wave Bottle] and catch you completely off guard!”
In the next second, Lü Yang moved.
However, to World Purger Fei Xue’s surprise, he did not attempt to use any Profound Mysterious to block it, nor did he summon any True Treasure. He merely took a step forward.
BOOM!
The heavenly waterfall crashed down, with the golden stone clearing the path.
Endless Mighty Power poured over Lü Yang like a storm, chiseling away like knives and axes, yet he cast a spell to shift it all entirely into the [Rebirth Appearance]. In addition to this, Summon within the Righteous Banner also went all out with his mana to help Lü Yang bear the injuries. At the same time, Lü Yang activated a Profound Mysterious and executed the [Cataclysm Launcher] once again. This time, however, he modified the [Fruit of Divine-Empyrean Thunder]. In the blink of an eye, the brilliant golden lightning transformed into a stream of Spring Radiance Water that nourished all things.
Modifying the Fruit Position Imagery!
Lü Yang had not only swallowed the [Fruit of Spring Water] but had also personally witnessed Progenitor Tingyou replicate the imagery of the [Fruit of Spring Water] for Summon. He was extremely familiar with it!
In the next second, the Spring Radiance Water radiated brilliantly. The [Fruit of Spring Water]’s Divine Effect, [Shared Drink]!
Damage transfer!
At this moment, Lü Yang brought out all his methods, executing one Profound Mysterious after another, and actually managed to forcefully steady his figure beneath that heavenly waterfall!
“It’s still too early.” Lü Yang’s expression was calm. The Daoist Hand Seals in his hands continuously changed as he thought to himself, “I cannot execute the Fruit Position Profound Mysterious swallowed by the Dao of Arcane Body. I can only use the [Cataclysm Launcher] to modify the imagery and skirt around the edges, otherwise I would have even more methods.
“Furthermore, I haven’t even used a True Treasure.”
If he were to also use the [Fruit of Blade-Edge Metal]’s imagery of killing the future within the Tribulation Wave, he could undoubtedly hold on much more securely and erase all unfavorable Variables!
Thinking of this, Lü Yang couldn’t help but let out a long howl. At this point, he was absolutely certain: “Below the level of Great Perfected Lord, I am already invincible! Even Fei Xue can at best only manage to not die by my hands!”
Soon, the heavenly waterfall gradually ceased. An instantaneous eruption ultimately could not be maintained for long. The originally heaven-shaking waterfall river reversed and actually transformed into a celestial cape.
The [Celestial Silk Light].
World Purger Fei Xue’s fourth True Treasure. Its true form was actually a celestial cape. It simply landed on her body, making her, who was originally overflowing with murderous intent, look much more elegant and refined.
On the other side, Lü Yang staggered forward. At this moment, his [Rebirth Appearance] had already reached its limit. Summon within the Myriad-Soul Banner had died again and again, and the Profound Mysterious of the [Cataclysm Launcher] was difficult to maintain any longer. Furthermore, there wasn’t a single patch of intact flesh left on his entire body.
However, right at this moment, a burst of azure light surfaced on his body. The light coalesced into wind, boosting the Profound Mysterious, causing the flesh and blood all over his body to rapidly repair themselves. Even with such severe injuries, the recovery speed was unimaginably fast.
The [Fruit of Pine-Cedar Wood]!
The greater the hardships and obstacles, the more unyielding and upright it stood. Under the enhancement of the Profound Mysterious [Righteous Perseverance], in just an instant, not a single scar could be seen on Lü Yang’s entire body anymore.
Seeing this scene, World Purger Fei Xue frowned deeply, then thought to herself, “It’s fine. The [Fruit of Pine-Cedar Wood] also has its limits. Although I didn’t kill him this time, I have already heavily injured him and gained a sufficient advantage for myself.
“Next, as long as I fight steadily and find a way to do it once more—even if it’s difficult to replicate this level of Mighty Power due to the [Fruit of Pine-Cedar Wood]—it should still be enough to completely beat him to the brink of death…”
A cold glint flashed deep in World Purger Fei Xue’s eyes. As she pondered her tactics, an uncontrollable emotion inevitably swelled within her as she wondered, “Is this it? Can’t he be stronger? Is this really his limit? It shouldn’t just end here. His Position is clearly faintly superior to mine, yet he is defeated just like this?”
In the next second, Lü Yang moved.
Under World Purger Fei Xue’s subtly expectant gaze, Lü Yang calmly walked toward her. Without hesitation, she blasted out a streak of [World Purifying Light].
BOOM!
It was the same Profound Mysterious, but the result this time was entirely different. Facing the [World Purifying Light], Lü Yang merely formed a Daoist Hand Seal, summoning a burst of azure light mist to encircle his body, and then showed absolutely no intention of blocking.
To World Purger Fei Xue’s astonishment, even though it was just a thin layer of azure light that didn’t consume much mana, her [World Purifying Light] vanished like a stone dropped into the ocean when it struck it. It had no effect whatsoever and was effortlessly shattered, worn down, and exhausted into nothingness by the azure light.
[Righteous Perseverance]!
Seeing this, World Purger Fei Xue finally realized what had happened. Both pleasant surprise and sheer astonishment surfaced in her eyes as she thought, “He actually adapted to it already!?
“How could it be so fast!?”
She wasn’t unfamiliar with the [Fruit of Pine-Cedar Wood]. Back in the day, she had also fought the Venerable Victory Treasure Pestle Bodhisattva. However, Lü Yang’s adaptation speed still exceeded her expectations.
Regarding this, Lü Yang naturally wouldn’t explain. After all, he was able to achieve this because of his innate Talent Skill. It would be very difficult to clearly explain it to those people who didn’t possess the [Centome] and weren’t using cheats.
The [Profound Gate God Fusion Refining Dao Skill]!
Only through a hundred rounds of tempering and a thousand rounds of forging could one become steel. The more severe the injuries, the more the Profound Mysterious used to overcome those injuries would be enhanced once you conquered them and fully recovered!
This Profound Mysterious and [Righteous Perseverance] were an absolute perfect match, greatly reducing the time it took for [Righteous Perseverance] to develop resistance. At least for now, unless World Purger Fei Xue brought out new methods, neither the [World Purifying Light] nor the four True Treasures would be able to deal any damage to him!
In the next second, Lü Yang rolled up his sleeves.
“Unlike World Purger Fei Xue, I currently don’t have a sure-kill method like that heavenly waterfall just now, so I can only win by wearing her down.”
His only sure-kill method was the Star Palace’s Strategic Level Dao Soldiers, the [Sun-Shooting Bow], but that required time to accumulate power. Under the current circumstances, it was very difficult to use. Therefore, his tactic was very simple.
Golden Talent, [All Evil Beheaded]!
As long as he landed enough hits, he could continuously weaken his opponent until he finally delivered the killing blow. Right now, what he needed to do was hit World Purger Fei Xue as many times as possible.
“Daoist, are you going to surrender on your own, or are you going to be beaten into surrendering by me?” Lü Yang asked, cracking his knuckles.
He was immune to all Profound Mysterious methods; only the purest physical combat could take effect. And with his Great Perfection Dharma Body, he could absolutely pin Fei Xue to the ground and beat her!
World Purger Fei Xue had clearly realized this as well. However, she had never been one to admit defeat. Moreover, since she dared to claim to be the number one in Combat, she was naturally proficient in all Combat methods. Therefore, she was also a grandmaster in hand-to-hand combat.
“Hmph… You think I’m afraid of you?”
As soon as her words fell, World Purger Fei Xue immediately took a fighting stance. Lü Yang was even less polite as he strode forward. The two immediately engaged in a fierce struggle, tangling together.
World Purger Fei Xue grabbed one of Lü Yang’s arms, attempting to snap it. Lü Yang, on the other hand, pressed his burly Dharma Body against her, aiming to pin her to the ground while raising his fists to strike her vulnerable spots like her lower abdomen, chest, and neck.
BOOM!
The two pressed tightly against each other in close-quarters combat. One relied on a sturdy physique and Mighty Power, utilizing absolute power to overcome all techniques; the other relied on exquisite skill, deflecting immense force with masterful technique.
Facing the possibility of defeat for the first time in her life, World Purger Fei Xue trembled with anger. Blood Qi surged to her fair face, bringing up a deep shade of crimson. The movements of her hands grew increasingly ferocious, every strike lethal. Yet, when they landed on Lü Yang, apart from emitting a muffled thud, they had absolutely no other effect.
Compared to her, Lü Yang was entirely different. To World Purger Fei Xue, his fists were heavy and dense. Even though she managed to deflect the force, they still left eye-catching marks all over her body. Lü Yang even thoughtfully tossed out a streak of Splendid Light. The light filled the sky, concealing their battlefield and preventing Minor Metal and True Monarch Zeng Cai Qiluo from seeing the scene of World Purger Fei Xue being brutally beaten by him.
Following that, he pursued his victory, pressing his body forward and bearing down on her.
World Purger Fei Xue still refused to admit defeat, putting up a stubborn resistance.
For a time, the resounding booms of their clashes echoed inside and outside the battlefield. The two fought from the sky down to the earth just like that, crashing all the way into the Seven Luminaries Heaven.
RUMBLE…