Fighting Zhang Kuang Again (Part Two)

The Vast Sword Qi is arguably Zhuge Xiang's strongest attack Skill. With the enhancement of Sword Intent and the Bloodthirsty Technique, the ferocity of this Vast Sword Qi was so great that it even severely injured and brought to the brink of death the Crimson True Person Scarlet Blood at the Seventh Layer of Return to Simplicity Realm.

Seeing this enormous pillar of Sword Qi, everyone present was horrified. Previously, Zhuge Xiang, who was only at the Meridian Opening Realm, was able to sweep away Cultivator at the Void Splitting Realm. Now, seeing him, who was only at the Void Splitting Realm, yet possessed such power, anyone who didn't know better would think this was a battle between Cultivator at the Return to Simplicity Realm.

"Oh no..." Zhuge Xiang's Sword Qi pillar was terrifying, and the Blood Hall Disciples' expressions changed drastically.

Under such Sword Qi attack, even Cultivator at the Return to Simplicity Realm wouldn't be confident of escaping unscathed. How could Zhang Kuang, with only the cultivation of the Ninth Layer of the Meridian Opening Realm, possibly withstand it?

However, even if those Blood Hall Disciples wanted to make a move, it was too late. More importantly, under the attack of this Vast Sword Qi, how many of them dared to step forward? This was a pillar of Sword Qi that could even kill Cultivator in the Return to Simplicity Realm!

"Your attack is strong! But this Sword Qi is ineffective against me!" Although Zhuge Xiang's Sword Qi pillar Human Heart, Zhang Kuang shouted and, holding his Spear, charged towards the huge Sword Qi pillar.

His Zhang Kuang choice caused many to gasp in surprise. Grasping his Spear, he charged directly into the Vast Sword Qi, like a moth drawn to a flame. That Sword Qi was powerful enough to annihilate even Cultivator at the Return to Simplicity Realm —he actually chose to crash into it?

Although Zhuge Xiang was also alarmed, he knew very well that Zhang Kuang was not the kind of person who would do things he wasn't sure of. Since he had made this choice, he must have been confident in his abilities.

Furthermore, the Blood Python Spear was Damaged Treasure Artifact. Who knew what its functions and attributes were? Watching Zhang Kuang crash into his Vast Sword Qi like a mud ox sinking into the sea, the system did not give any experience points, which made Zhuge Xiang even more certain that Zhang Kuang had his own special methods to block his Vast Sword Qi attack.

Zhuge Xiang's guess was correct. The Blood Python Spear was Damaged Treasure Artifact. Although its effectiveness was greatly reduced due to the dormant Artifact Spirit, it was still Treasure Artifact weapon of that caliber, much stronger than ordinary Magic Artifact.

The Blood Python Spear n't just powerful in attack; its passive effects, as previously demonstrated, also include an active effect: it allows the user to pass through attacks of all energy types.

A complete Treasure Artifact can pass through Spell attacks, but a damaged one can still pass through attacks from Qi Refining Stage Cultivator, such as sword Sword Qi, spear light, and fist force.

The Vast Sword Qi slammed into the Courtyard, creating a huge crater, as if a small meteorite had struck, causing the earth to tremble. However, Zhang Kuang's body appeared before Zhuge Xiang like Ghost without substance, unleashing his attack once more, a ferocious assault that completely abandoned defense. Clearly, Zhang Kuang wanted to reactivate the passive attribute of the Blood Python Spear...

At this point in the battle, although Zhuge Xiang was not at a disadvantage, due to the active effect of the Blood Python Spear, the remaining Qi Energy in Zhuge Xiang's body was running low.

Maintaining Sword Intent consumes a great deal of Qi Energy, and with the addition of the Vast Sword Qi, Zhuge Xiang's remaining Qi Energy was less than 30%. He felt a faint emptiness within his body, which made Zhuge Xiang realize that he had to finish the battle quickly.

"How is this possible!" Everyone thought Zhang Kuang or dead, but he was completely unharmed and passed through the Vast Sword Qi like Ghost. The disciples watching the battle exclaimed in surprise. So far in the battle, both Zhuge Xiang and Zhang Kuang had shown great strength that was truly admirable.

"Take this!" Zhang Kuang, his red hair flying Vast Sword Qi, appeared in front of Zhuge Xiang, his spear shooting out like a dragon, hurtling fiercely towards Zhuge Xiang, piercing through the aura of the mighty sword.

"It's time to end this," Zhuge Xiang thought, seeing the Zhang Kuang attack. He knew he couldn't let the enemy gain momentum, otherwise it would be even harder for him to turn the tide.

Holding the Sword of Slaughter in one hand, Zhuge Xiang raised his other hand towards Zhang Kuang, and the Ice Seal Ring flashed...

The Ice Seal Ring can freeze any target whose cultivation level is not higher than one's own by one minor realm. The lower the target's cultivation level, the longer the freezing time. In terms of cultivation level, Zhang Kuang was even lower than Zhuge Xiang. In an instant, Zhang Kuang, who was full of momentum, became slower and slower. Then, a thick layer of Ice Shards appeared on his body, completely enveloping him.

Demon Subduing Sword Art!

With the Ice Seal Ring successfully freezing Zhang Kuang, a vast and radiant Sword Qi appeared on Zhuge Xiang's body, and the golden, holy Sword Qi slashed fiercely towards Zhang Kuang.

The Demon Subduing Sword Art, at its Perfection Level, deals double damage to targets with evil attributes, and further ignores the defense of evil targets. Just how ferocious must this attack be?

If the Vast Sword Qi is Zhuge Xiang's strongest offensive Skill, then the Demon Subduing Sword Art is definitely Zhuge Xiang's strongest Exorcise Demon move.

The golden, sacred Sword Qi even exerted a restraining effect on the Asura Sect Disciple present. These disciples stared wide-eyed at Zhuge Xiang, unable to believe that Asura Sect Disciples could actually unleash such a sacred Sword Qi. Anyone who didn't know better would really think that Zhuge Xiang was a Buddhist Sect disciple.

The Ice Seal Ring froze Zhang Kuang, and then the golden Sword Qi of the Demon Subduing Sword Art slashed fiercely at Zhang Kuang's body. The holy Sword Qi made even the Inner Sect Disciple with demonic attribute Qi Energy in their bodies feel restrained, let alone Zhang Kuang, who was showing his Asura True Body.

Frozen in the ice, and seeing the golden holy Sword Qi approaching, Zhang Kuang's expression changed. He had no choice but to switch from offense to defense. His crimson leather armor shone brightly, and a red shield of energy appeared, Guard his entire body.

This leather armor greatly enhances defensive capabilities. While not exceptionally strong, it's sufficient to withstand attacks from Cultivator at the Innate Realm. Even if it can't stop Zhuge Xiang's sword strike, it will significantly weaken them...

Zhang Kuang's choice was correct, but unfortunately, the Demon Subduing Sword Art is an attack that ignores defense. The golden Sword Qi ignored the defensive shield and passed right through it, striking Zhang Kuang hard.

With a scream, Zhang Kuang was Knockback by the sword, a huge sword wound appearing on his chest. He fell to the ground, and even though the freezing effect had worn off, he couldn't get up for a long time. Judging from his appearance, although he wasn't dead, he was no longer able to fight.

"Ding! You have defeated Zhang Kuang, Elite target at the Ninth Layer of the Meridian Opening Realm. You have gained 12,800 experience points and Blue Treasure Chest."

As Zhang Kuang lost his fighting ability, Mechanical System Prompt sounded in Zhuge Xiang's mind, causing him to pause slightly. Elite target? Since Zhuge Xiang obtained the Super Game System, he had killed or defeated countless targets, but this was the first time Zhuge Xiang had ever heard of Elite target.

"Elite" – does that mean someone far surpassing others of the same level? That makes sense. That Wu Zhao at the Innate Realm was already strong enough. But this Zhang Kuang hasn't even reached the Void Splitting Realm yet, but the trouble he's caused is no less than that of an Innate Realm Wu Zhao, nor is it less than that of an ordinary Return to Simplicity Realm Cultivator. With such strength, and only at the Ninth Layer of the Meridian Opening Realm, it's not surprising that he's called Elite target.

Today's battle was not only a great victory, yielding 12,800 experience points and Blue Treasure Chest, but it also made Zhuge Xiang realize that it's not just killing monsters above your level that yields high experience Experience Points; defeating so-called Elite targets can also earn you a lot of Experience Points.

And what about the Blue Treasure Chest? What Dao Item could it possibly contain? Zhuge Xiang was filled with anticipation.

"He lost, Zhang Kuang actually lost..." At this moment, the outcome was decided, and the Blood Hall Disciples were filled with emotion.

However, although Zhang Kuang lost, it doesn't mean he was weak. It's just that Zhuge Xiang's strength was ridiculously high. With his Asura True Body, Damaged Version of a Treasure Artifact, and Spear Intent, Zhang Kuang's displayed strength had deeply impressed everyone.

"What a wonderful Duel!" This time, the disciples of the Battle Hall did not boast arrogantly. Although Zhuge Xiang Battle Hall Battle Hall Zhang Kuang.

The Asura Sect exemplifies this principle: the strong are respected. Although Zhang Kuang was defeated, the strength he displayed with his Meridian Opening Realm cultivation was enough to earn everyone's respect. Though he lost, he was still honorable, and this is a very fitting description here.

"I lost..." After taking two Injury-Healing Pills, Zhang Kuang barely suppressed his injuries, stood up, and said, his face filled with deep disappointment.

"With your cultivation level and strength, you are definitely among the Top Three opponents I have encountered over the years. You don't need to be disappointed..." Looking at Zhang Kuang, Zhuge Xiang's eyes also showed respect as he spoke. This evaluation was enough to show how much Zhuge Xiang valued him.

Shaking his head, Zhang Kuang replied to Zhuge Xiang's words, "I'm not disappointed because I lost; after all, I was prepared to lose. My disappointment stems from not having witnessed your true strength..."

The Zhang Kuang was clear: he believed his Asura True Body was incomplete, while Zhuge Xiang possessed a Demonic True Body, which was already fully formed. Yet, even in his current defeat, he hadn't been able to force out Zhuge Xiang's Demonic True Body, meaning he hadn't been able to unleash Zhuge Xiang's full power.

"What!? This isn't even Zhuge Xiang's full strength!?" Zhang's Zhang Kuang words caused everyone present to gasp in shock once again, almost unable to believe their ears.

In this battle, Zhang Kuang's displayed strength was enough to earn everyone's respect. Zhuge Xiang, who defeated Zhang Kuang, was even stronger, ridiculously so. But was this not even his full strength?

If anyone else had said such things, these people would naturally have scoffed. However, after the battle, Zhang Kuang had already earned everyone's respect through his actions. No one doubted his words; instead, they were all the more awe-inspiring... (To be continued...)