Bai Lengjun no longer dared to underestimate him. He hurriedly circulated the spiritual power throughout his body, forming seals before his chest with both hands. A pale cyan barrier instantly took shape, its surface covered in runes condensed from Star Force and radiating a heavy aura.
He knew he could no longer strike as casually as before. The Giant Ape's attacks covered an enormous range, and if he failed to control his strength properly, he could easily affect the nearby Star Sea Silver Fish.
The fish still floated in the seawater. Though protected by spiritual power, they still risked shattering if struck by the aftershocks of a battle between Star Lord Realm cultivators.
Boom! The Giant Ape's fist slammed viciously into the barrier. The runes on its surface flared brightly, but the blow still drove it inward.
Bai Lengjun felt a tremendous force pass through the barrier. His feet were pressed several inches into the sea's surface, seawater washing over his ankles.
He gritted his teeth and held on, pouring all his strength into reinforcing the barrier. Fine beads of sweat seeped across his brow—he had never expected the Formless Clone to possess such overwhelming power. Even though his realm was higher, he could not gain an advantage in sheer strength.
"Again!"
The Formless Clone let out a low roar. Power gathered in his left hand as well, and his fists began alternating in a relentless barrage against the barrier.
Every punch landed with a deafening boom. The runes across the barrier flickered erratically, seeming ready to shatter at any moment.
Bai Lengjun was suffering beyond words. He had to fend off the Giant Ape's attacks while constantly ensuring he did not affect the Star Sea Silver Fish. He could only devote most of his spiritual power to defense, leaving