Chapter 346: Counterattack
He had been suppressing his opponent just moments ago, but the man had seized an opportunity and brutally countered.
Seeing Lin Feng forced onto the defensive, unable to launch any counterattacks, the man's confidence surged. A vicious glint flashed in his eyes as he swung his arm again, slashing at Lin Feng with his Short Blade.
CLANG!
With the ringing clash of metal, Lin Feng finally found his opening. He put force into his right arm, and a surge of powerful Inner Strength erupted, instantly sending the man flying back.
The man's expression darkened. His Short Blade was forged from a special steel. Although it wasn't as durable as a Spiritual Artifact, it was certainly no ordinary weapon. Not even high-quality weapons could compare.
Yet Lin Feng had blocked it with nothing but his bare arm. This was quite a shock.
The man's eyes turned exceptionally cold. 'This guy really is strange,' he thought. Still, he believed he had simply been careless earlier. He now recognized that Lin Feng was not to be trifled with, but the die was cast. He couldn't afford to hesitate.
"Kid, I won't underestimate you like before. Now, die!"
The man spoke sinisterly, and then his figure abruptly vanished, seeming to melt into the darkness of the night.
When he reappeared, he was already in front of Lin Feng, the cold gleam of his Short Blade flashing as he slashed at Lin Feng's neck.
Lin Feng's eyes narrowed and his body instantly reacted, dodging the attack. The sharp edge of the Short Blade grazed past his ear, and the chilling sensation that followed, along with the blade's vicious gleam, made him suck in a sharp breath.
BAM!
The man's sneak attack missed, but he immediately followed up with a sweeping whip kick, as fast as a bolt of lightning.
Lin Feng, as swift as a dragon, dodged the fatal blow. The force of the kick slammed into the ground, sending dust flying everywhere.
BOOM!
With a tremendous roar, a crater was smashed into the ground, sending dirt flying in all directions.
The man seized the opening while Lin Feng was dodging. He stomped on the ground, using the force to launch himself into the air, and once again thrust his gleaming Short Blade straight at Lin Feng's throat.
Seeing how vicious his opponent's offense was, Lin Feng dared not hold back. He swatted forward with his own blade, clashing with the gleaming Short Blade.
CLANG!
Their weapons collided violently, and a powerful shockwave swept through the entire cave, even causing a crack to appear on the rock wall.
Both Lin Feng and the man were thrown back several steps before regaining their footing. They stared at each other warily.
Beads of cold sweat had formed on their foreheads. Neither had gained an advantage in the last exchange; both had sustained minor injuries.
Their gazes met, and then they lunged at each other simultaneously. Their movements were incredibly fast, and they were instantly locked in combat again. Every move was precise and carried a murderous intent that would make one's heart tremble.
BANG!
Streaks of black and silver light continuously intertwined and clashed. Every impact sent out terrifying sparks, and new wounds appeared on both combatants.
But neither Lin Feng nor the man showed any intention of stopping, continuing their desperate battle.
The entire cave was filled with flying debris and choking dust. Their battle had reached a fever pitch, with every casual strike carrying immense destructive power. The number of gouges on the ground grew steadily.
The stalemate gradually began to break. Neither could fully control the situation, but the man's movements were erratic, allowing him to launch unexpected attacks at critical moments.
Lin Feng, on the other hand, was starting to fall behind. His age was a factor, and his experience was still lacking. In such a high-intensity battle, he was gradually being put on the back foot.
Seeing this, a smile of certain victory appeared on the corner of the man's lips. Although Lin Feng was also a Martial Artist at the Peak of Late Stage Innate and had mastered some unique Cultivation Technique, there was still a gap between them.
After all, while he specialized in long-range attacks, he also diligently practiced his blade techniques. This gave him an endless arsenal of moves, each one more cunning and vicious than the last.
He took great pride in these methods. He had once relied on them to successfully kill a Late Stage of Innate Ancient Martial Artist in just ten moves.
Lin Feng's brow furrowed. He could clearly feel the man's attacks growing more ferocious, with every strike aimed at vital points like his throat and heart. Had it been anyone else, they would have already been defeated.
But Lin Feng showed no signs of panic. Instead, he circulated the protective energy throughout his body, pushing his defenses to their absolute limit. He had to reduce the strain on himself as much as possible.
At the same time, his mind was racing. He knew it was time to show some of his true capabilities.
BANG!
The man threw a punch. Lin Feng shifted his body slightly, dipping his left shoulder to dodge the ferocious, overbearing fist.
He twisted at the waist, following the path of the man's punch to deliver a powerful elbow strike. If it connected, not even the man's powerful defense could save him from a grim fate.
"Hmph, a petty trick! Just watch how I deal with you!"
The man snorted coldly, leaning forward abruptly to dodge Lin Feng's attack. But he also changed his rhythm, beginning a frenzied counter-assault.
Lin Feng narrowed his eyes. He could feel that the man's attacks were now even more savage and far more unpredictable.
He didn't dare to be overconfident. He retreated several steps, then kicked hard off the ground, his body shooting forward once more.
This time, he opted for close-quarters combat. This approach would not only better ensure his own safety but also increase his offensive power.
When the man saw that Lin Feng wasn't using his terrifying blade technique, a savage sneer appeared on his face. With a flick of his wrist, a cold light glinted off his Short Blade.
Before Lin Feng could even close the distance, the man struck first. He instantly closed in on Lin Feng, his Short Blade carving a graceful arc as it aimed straight for Lin Feng's chest.
Seeing the man's vicious slash, he abruptly leaned to the side. The man's attack grazed past Lin Feng's arm, carving a bloody gash so deep the bone was visible.
Lin Feng's expression grew solemn. There was a gap between his current strength and the man's. If this dragged on any longer, he definitely wouldn't be able to hold out.
The man wasn't holding back in the slightest; every single move was aimed at a vital spot. A single careless mistake could leave him crippled. The man was fighting like his life meant nothing!