One Sword Stroke Broke His Defenses, Two Took His Head!

Li Daochen moved to another Dragon Mountain.

The same height, the same attention.

This time, even the sect master stayed, standing nearby and watching Li Daochen.

The sect master stayed, firstly, because he had sensed the grand elder's killing intent. He knew the grand elder's character: given the chance, he really would kill Li Daochen.

Back then, the grand elder had been just as decisive, swallowing the old ancestor's pill regardless of the consequences. That was how he had reached his current heights.

The sect master had no doubt about the grand elder's resolve!

Secondly, Li Daochen had astonished the sect master far too much.

Not only had he advanced three layers in just over a month, but he had also gained a divine ability at each layer. How much foundation and potential did that take?

The sect master didn't know, but he knew that even the Upper Profound Sect had no genius like him!

The old ancestor really sent us a treasure, the sect master marveled.

Even if Li Daochen couldn't beat Huang Zongyuan this time, he would protect him.

The sect master kept watching Li Daochen, hoping he would bring him even more surprises.

However.

After arriving on this Dragon Mountain, Li Daochen's cultivation slowed.

Has he exhausted his potential? The sect master frowned.

But the next moment, the sect master's pupils contracted. No, he's nurturing an even more terrifying power!

That was right!

Li Daochen's cultivation progress had slowed, but the power within him had grown even more immense.

There's less than a month left. If I give it everything, I could advance another two layers and reach the Divine Bridge Fifth Layer. But there's no point in that. I'd be better off devoting myself entirely to comprehending a divine ability!

That was what Li Daochen had in mind!

And he already had an idea for that divine ability.

In my previous life, I once chanced upon a sword dao divine ability. It used the intent of ten thousand devils as its foundation to recreate the purgatory of the Nine Netherworlds. With one slash, ten thousand devils roared, as though plunging one into purgatory!

A sharp light flashed in Li Daochen's eyes.

He hadn't cultivated it in his previous life because, by the time he obtained it, he had long since passed the stage of relying on divine abilities in battle.

But there was no denying that the divine ability was exceedingly powerful, more terrifying than any he had seen, and nearly on par with a Fleshly Body Phenomenon.

But unlike the Sea of Bitterness Devil Phoenix Fist, anyone can tell at a glance that this is a demonic dao divine ability. I need to make some changes...

Li Daochen soon became immersed in it, unaware of the passage of time.

Jade Origin Peak.

The grand elder had returned.

With the sect master watching in person, he had no chance at all.

The grand elder's face was gloomy, and he could barely conceal the worry in his eyes.

Li Daochen was still cultivating, his momentum unabated.

Given more time, heaven knew how much stronger he could become!

Walking up to Huang Zongyuan, the grand elder asked softly, "Zongyuan, do you still want to fight?"

"Fight!" Huang Zongyuan opened his eyes, a sharp light in them. "Why wouldn't I? I issued the challenge. If I backed down now, how could I show my face? Besides, if I won't fight this battle, what am I even cultivating for?"

As he spoke.

Huang Zongyuan's momentum erupted, reaching the Divine Bridge Peak outright!

"He's a monster of a genius, but am I any worse?" Huang Zongyuan remained confident.

The grand elder trembled all over, seemingly swept up by Huang Zongyuan's momentum. "Then fight!" he said viciously.

With that.

The grand elder took out a pill. "This is a Tyrant Dragon Pill. Take it before the fight, and your combat power will double. The side effects are minimal, too!"

"All right!" Huang Zongyuan didn't stand on ceremony.

The grand elder went on, "Just wait. Your father will go find you some more treasures. This time, even if I have to spend everything I own, I'll help you kill that bastard!"

By the end, the grand elder's face was already somewhat twisted.

Soon.

Only two days remained until the Thousand Sect Grand Competition.

They would set out for the competition venue tomorrow.

On this day.

The area around the Dragon Battle Platform was packed with people.

Most of the Yellow Dragon Sect's cultivators had come.

Today, Li Daochen and Huang Zongyuan would fight to the death!

Their battle had drawn attention to begin with, and with Li Daochen making waves so often lately, the Yellow Dragon Sect's cultivators could hardly help being curious.

"I thought Huang Zongyuan was sure to win, but I didn't expect Li Daochen to be such a ruthless one too. He's caused such a stir in less than three months."

"In just over a month, he gained a divine ability with every layer and stole the limelight. But I still think Huang Zongyuan will win. His cultivation is higher, his physique is stronger, and his combat power is terrifying."

"Let's wait and see. This has even got my blood boiling. The Thousand Sect Grand Competition can hardly be any better than this."

Many people were discussing it.

And at that moment.

The sect master, Elder He, the grand elder, and others had also arrived.

Yun Qingshui stood in the most conspicuous spot, gazing into the distance, her eyes full of anticipation.

This reminds me of when he went back to the Battle Sect single-handedly! Yun Qingshui clenched her little fists, her little heart pounding nonstop.

Li Daochen had yet to arrive.

But.

Huang Zongyuan was already standing on the Dragon Battle Platform.

His eyes were closed, and he held a dark red spirit saber. Although he hadn't revealed his cultivation, his presence was growing ever more powerful.

It seems he has reached the Divine Bridge Peak. Elder He nodded to herself, wondering whether Li Daochen could beat him.

At the thought, Elder He glanced at the sect master and the grand elder.

Elder He had also sensed the undercurrents stirring in the sect these past few days.

But there was nothing to be done. Cultivation meant fighting heaven and fighting others. Since they couldn't beat their swords into plowshares, they could only fight to the bitter end!

I only hope they don't both suffer devastating injuries. Otherwise, there'll be no one left in our Yellow Dragon Sect to carry us through the Thousand Sect Grand Competition! Elder He prayed silently.

Before long.

Many people sensed something and turned to look behind them.

Li Daochen was walking toward them step by step. He seemed slow, yet each step felt as though it landed on their hearts.

Thump, thump, thump...

It was as if war drums were beating.

Many disciples' hearts pounded in alarm.

"What an overwhelming presence!" They could hardly hide their shock.

By the time Li Daochen stepped onto the Dragon Battle Platform, his presence had already eclipsed Huang Zongyuan's.

Seeing this, the sect master said at once, "This battle is to settle a private grudge. Life and death are of no account. Any objections?"

Huang Zongyuan opened his eyes. "I proposed it, so of course I have none."

Li Daochen nodded as well.

The sect master immediately said, "Then begin!"

Everyone held their breath, eagerly awaiting the start of the battle.

And then.

Huang Zongyuan suddenly said, "You killed my younger brother. Today, I'll use your blood as an offering to my..."

Boom!

Halfway through his sentence, Huang Zongyuan's Divine Bridge Peak strength erupted.

A battle to the death!

Seize the initiative with one step, and he could press the attack with every step thereafter!

Huang Zongyuan was striking first to gain the upper hand!

"Die!" He slashed with his saber, unleashing a divine ability.

Earth-Splitting King Saber!

This was the divine ability he had the most confidence in!

Moreover, he had swallowed the Tyrant Dragon Pill, and spirit talismans, spirit seals, and other means erupted from him.

One slash... at his peak!

With this move, Huang Zongyuan had burned his boats and smashed his cooking pots. He would advance and never retreat!

No matter how one looked at it, the slash was breathtaking!

But.

What made the grand elder's old eyes go wide below the platform was this.

Before Huang Zongyuan had even attacked, or indeed opened his mouth, Li Daochen had moved first!

What a damned cur!

He had thought his own son was ruthless enough, but this one was even more ruthless, not wasting a single word on Huang Zongyuan.

Boom!

Li Daochen drew the Dragon-Slaying Sword.

This sword... was effective against Huang Zongyuan, who carried flood dragon blood, too!

Great Sun Mountain-Burning Sword!

Li Daochen roared, and with one stroke, the Dragon Battle Platform was riddled with holes. Huang Zongyuan, charging straight at him, was brought to a violent halt, and his Earth-Splitting King Saber divine ability shattered on impact.

And the next moment.

Myriad Saints Purgatory Sword!

Replacing the ten thousand devils with ten thousand saints was the result of Li Daochen's cultivation over this final stretch!

Boom!

It was as though ten thousand saints were chanting the dao, dragging ten thousand devils into purgatory!

Huang Zongyuan saw only a flash of sword light before he felt a chill at his neck.

Heaven and earth spun!

His head reeled!

Huang Zongyuan heard someone roaring in fury!

Then...

Bang!

Armor, defenses, talismans and seals... everything shattered.

Huang Zongyuan's burly body crashed to the ground.

Li Daochen stood beside him, holding his head in one hand.

His presence undiminished, he swept his gaze over the dumbfounded crowd.

"Nothing special!" Li Daochen planted his battle sword on the ground, his long hair flying wildly, a figure who looked down on all the world.