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"Clatter...!"

The greatsword dragged across the ground, leaving a long trail behind it as scorching sparks flew from the friction.

Without using Dou Qi, Iron Sword Venerable's speed unconsciously slowed. Though he was still incredibly fast, it was now enough for anyone present to clearly see his movements.

Gripping the sword with both hands, he stepped within three paces of Xiao Heng. He took a step forward, dragged the Great Sword upward in a fierce rising slash, raised it to its highest point, and then brought it crashing down on Xiao Heng.

A powerful howl of wind tore through the air. The surroundings fell silent. At that moment, everyone tacitly stopped making any noise, afraid of affecting their viewing.

Watching the greatsword descend and hearing its piercing whistle, Xiao Heng abruptly retreated. His toes lightly tapped the ground as his body leaned backward. The blade nearly brushed against his chest, but it failed to harm him in the slightest.

"Bang...!"

With a dull crash, the greatsword smashed into the stone slabs, instantly cracking them apart. Iron Sword Venerable pulled out his sword, his body moving with the blade as he swung it horizontally at Xiao Heng.

Its speed and flexibility were utterly unaffected by the thousand-pound Great Sword in his hands.

The next instant, a longsword appeared at Xiao Heng's side. With a clang, piercing friction rang out as sparks scattered in every direction.

Xiao Heng's longsword trembled uncontrollably, but his body suddenly dipped. He bent low, and the greatsword swept past above his chest. Its sharp sword aura tore through the air, producing a series of sonic booms.

The next instant, the greatsword came to an abrupt halt before descending again, only to be evaded once more. Then Xiao Heng struck, thrusting his sword upward toward Iron Sword Venerable's