Battle with Man Kui (Part Two)

An astonishing fighting spirit emanated from Zhuge Xiang as he stared intently at Man Kui. Zhuge Xiang truly did not wish to fight Man Kui unless absolutely necessary, but Man Kui, relying on his status Hall Master, forced himself to do something he did not want to do. This had crossed Zhuge Xiang's bottom line. What did it matter if he possessed the cultivation of the Spell Control Stage?

Man Kui's tiger-like eyes were filled with rage. In front of Bai Wuming and so many Inner Sect Disciples, they had openly defied his orders. If he retreated today, would he still have any authority within the Inner Sect?

"Zhuge Xiang, let me go, I..." Looking at Zhuge Xiang, who was actually going to fight against the War Hall Master Man Kui for her sake, Su Huayu hesitated for a moment before speaking. Although she was extremely unwilling to see Myriad Flowers Elder, Su Huayu was even more unwilling to see Zhuge Xiang risk such a great danger for her sake.

"No need to say anything more, there's no way I'll let them take you away," Zhuge Xiang interrupted Su Huayu before she could finish speaking.

"You..." Zhuge Xiang's domineering manner caused Zhuge Xiang 'Su Huayu Scarlet eyes to narrow slightly as she stared intently at his back, as if a mountain stood before her, Zhedang her from all the storms. "Why are you so good to me?"

"We are friends, that's enough," Zhuge Xiang said calmly, but his words carried an undeniable firmness.

"A friend?" A hint of disappointment flashed in Su Huayu's Scarlet eyes, but she was also overjoyed. How could she not be happy to have such a friend? But was it just a friend...?

Boom!

Like a thunderclap from a clear sky, Zhuge Xiang's aura and Man Kui's aura erupted. The two fierce auras naturally attracted the attention of everyone in the Inner Sect. Zhuge Xiang was actually going to fight Man Kui? This news caused the Inner Sect disciples to gather around one by one. The group Squad Leader looked at the two facing off with complicated expressions.

Man Kui is one of the three giants of the Inner Sect. And Zhuge Xiang? His prestige within the Inner Sect is close to that of the three Hall Masters. Today, the two have openly broken off relations, and people don't know whose side to take. Some have tried to persuade him, but at this point, both have made up their minds to fight; who can persuade them otherwise?

"I'll help you," Qin Qing said softly, holding the Weeping Blood Demonic Zither. Although she was only at the Return to Simplicity Realm, Qin Qing couldn't bear to see Zhuge Xiang fight alone.

"No, Qin Qing, don't do it," Qin Qing said, but Zhuge Xiang resolutely refused.

Qin Qing is not a member of the Asura Sect. If she were to take action, the nature of the matter would be different. Ultimately, the conflict between Qin Qing and Man Kui is a matter for the Asura Sect itself.

Everyone from the Asura Sect who had close ties with Zhuge Xiang rushed over. Asura Sect, who had just Zhang Kuang, returned, along with Lin Haiyan and Gu Siqi, who had also settled in the Inner Sect because of the Dragon Phoenix Ranking assessment. Niu Geng and Zi Xiang watched as Zhuge Xiang and Man Kui made their move, their faces showing worry.

"Man Kui? Cultivator at the Spell Control Stage? What methods do you have that give you such confidence?" Lu Yuling appeared, still elegant and beautiful as if she were untouched by worldly affairs. Her exquisitely beautiful face showed no worry, only curiosity and a hint of anticipation.

"Zhuge Xiang, the God of Slaughter? I'll see today if you, Cultivator at the Spell Control Stage, have the ability to defeat me!" More and more Inner Sect Disciple gathered around, and with so many people watching, Man Kui became increasingly impatient, determined to defeat Zhuge Xiang in public. His enormous battle Battleaxe seemed capable of tearing through the air with each swing, its aura shimmering faintly. This Battleaxe was clearly a Treasure Artifact of extraordinary quality.

"I'm also very curious, what's the difference between Cultivator at the Spell Control Stage and that Two-Star Hairy Zombie from back then?" Zhuge Xiang activated the Devourer's Treasure Skill, glanced at the sky, and then spoke, releasing a surge of battle intent.

It was already late when they returned from Sword Peak, and with the repair of Zhang Kuang's Blood Python Spear, it was now very late, and the sun was slowly setting. As the last ray of sunlight disappeared, the blessing that the Night Emblem brought to Zhuge Xiang his greatest trump card.

"Force Splitting Mount Hua!" Zhuge Xiang's provocation made Man Kui unable to hold back any longer. He finally took the initiative and stomped his foot hard on the ground. In one step, he appeared in front of Zhuge Xiang. With a whooshing sound, the Heaven and Earth Vital Energy was enhanced, and the huge battle Battleaxe cleaved down towards Zhuge Xiang's head. The power was terrifying.

Cultivator at the Spell Control Stage already possesses the ability to control Spell, wielding wind, Lightning, and lightning with ease. With this swing of the axe, crimson Flame, carrying astonishing heat waves, are amplified by the Heaven and Earth Vital Energy. It is believed that even a small mountain could be cleaved in two. The power of this axe truly captures three-tenths of the essence of Force Splitting Mount Hua.

A terrifying Sword Intent erupted from Zhuge Xiang 'Zhuge Xiang body. He raised the Sword of Judgment in his hand and easily blocked Man Kui's attack, demonstrating his Skill of Block Prediction.

"This is impossible!" Man Kui's pupils contracted slightly, incredulous.

In his view, Zhuge Xiang would definitely not be able to withstand his attack. If he dodged it, Man Kui would have a thousand ways to continue attacking. However, no matter how much he planned, he never expected that Zhuge Xiang would be able to withstand his axe.

The move of Force Splitting Mount Hua was known for its offensive power, and with Four-Star Treasure Artifact in his hand, Man Kui believed that even top-tier Cultivator in the Spell Control Stage would have to temporarily avoid its edge. However, it was actually blocked by Zhuge Xiang, and with a sword Man Kui found it hard to accept.

The difference between the Spell Control Stage and the Return to Simplicity Realm is like heaven and earth. In terms of Treasure Artifact, his own is Four-Star Treasure Artifact, which Zhuge Xiang's sword could not possibly block. In terms of ability, the sword is light and agile, while the axe is known for its strength. No matter from any angle, Zhuge Xiang should not be able to block it. But somehow, he blocked it.

Zhuge Xiang disregarded Man Kui's shock and the horrified looks on the faces of those around him. After using his Block Prediction and block Man Kui's attack, Zhuge Xiang lunged forward and crashed into Man Kui's arms.

A bizarre scene unfolded: Zhuge Xiang's body, like an invisible and intangible Ghost, actually passed through Man Kui's body and appeared behind him. This was the effect of the Void Ring.

Void Ring (One-Star Treasure Artifact): Requires Return to Simplicity Realm Fifth Layer, Attack +560, Critical Hit +10%, Passive: Allows the wearer to pass through any target individual, Durability 160/160, Weight 3.

"Blood Thunder Slash!" Zhuge Xiang's movements and moves were incredibly fast. He held the Sword of Judgment in his left hand, and with a grab in the Void, a jet-black short blade appeared in his hand. He unleashed the Blood Thunder Slash Skill on Man Kui. That short blade was the Blade of Destruction, a sneak attack that could inflict severe damage and reduce all attributes by 50%.

Bang!

With a Blood Thunder Slash, Zhuge Xiang's Blade of Destruction transformed into a Wind and Thunder, slamming into Man Kui's body. The Treasure Artifact- grade steel armor on Man Kui's body dented slightly, and a damage value floated above Man Kui's head.

-1020.

For Man Kui's 18,000 HP, this damage was not bad. As the damage number floated up, a system notification sounded, indicating that Man Kui had entered a critically injured state for 10 seconds.

How could Zhuge Xiang miss such an opportunity? Following the Blood Thunder Slash, he unleashed a series of three consecutive sword strikes, each with a sharp clang, striking Man Kui and dealing three consecutive damages, taking away more than 2,000 of his HP.

"Crimson Flame Slash!" Upon making his move, he found himself at a disadvantage. Before he could even injure Zhuge Xiang, he was already in a sorry state. Enraged and humiliated, he endured his severe injuries and unleashed his attack. A Battleaxe Man Kui, and a terrifying pillar of fire surged forth, transforming into a colossal axe that slashed down at Zhuge Xiang.

The surging attack, imbued with Spell power, was so fierce that Zhuge Xiang dared not face it directly. He used his Explosive Steps to dodge the attack.

The battle unfolded within the Asura Sect Inner Sect. Zhuge Xiang, relying on the power of his Treasure Artifact and Skill, fought against Man Kui to the very end. Although Zhuge Xiang was indeed inferior to Man Kui in terms of strength, and could even be said to be far behind, Zhuge Xiang was not easily defeated by the Special Ability of his equipment and Skill.

The two fought back and forth. Man Kui followed the path of overcoming all skills with brute force, while Zhuge Xiang, who was not as strong as Man Kui, naturally relied on agility in the battle. The two fought from the ground to the sky, and it was truly a lively battle. The battle between the Deity Transformation and the surge of the Heaven and Earth Vital Energy made it hard to ignore.

"A mere trick, let's see how long you can last..." Man Kui had naturally noticed this about Zhuge Xiang. Zhuge Xiang could always rely on Treasure Artifact or special abilities to protect himself, but Man Kui didn't believe that Zhuge Xiang could use these abilities indefinitely. Besides, so what if he was at the Return to Simplicity Realm? Ultimately, it was just the power of one person; how could he contend with the power of the entire Heaven and Earth?

"Ding! The Night Emblem effect is activated, increasing all attributes by 50%."

After a fierce battle that lasted for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the long-awaited sun finally appeared. After waiting for so long, the last ray of sunlight finally disappeared at the edge of the earth, and the entire Heaven and Earth was shrouded in night. The system notification informed Zhuge Xiang that it was now night.

"Xiao Yue, make your move!" The Devourer's Treasure Skill only lasts for one minute. Zhuge Xiang had already separated from Xiao Yue. As the Night Emblem's Effect activated, Zhuge Xiang gave the order.

"Alright!" With a long roar, Demonic Qi Xiao Yue. Xiaoyue nodded, and with her Fairy- level cultivation, she joined forces with Zhuge Xiang to launch an attack on Man Kui.

In the sky, the battle raged fiercely, with almost everyone's attention focused on Zhuge Xiang and Man Kui. However, at this moment, within the Inner Sect, Bai Wuming's gaze fell upon Su Huayu.

At this moment, Su Huayu also looked up, her Scarlet eyes gazing worriedly at Zhuge Xiang, whose Phoenix Feather Wings were fluttering in the sky.

Bai Wuming recalled his Master's words, telling him to bring Su Huayu back by any means necessary. Seeing that Man Kui wanted to defeat Zhuge Xiang, and not knowing when that would be, Bai Wuming was unwilling to wait any longer. To avoid any unforeseen complications, he made his move directly.

"Junior Sister Su, come with me!" Bai Wuming flashed behind Su Huayu, grabbed Su Huayu, and instantly immobilized her. (To be continued...)

P. S.: I was busy until very late yesterday, and then I took a child with a fever to the hospital, not getting home until after 1 a. m. I'm making up for the chapters I missed yesterday today~~ This is the first update, and there will be two more updates today~~~