Master of Black Mountain did not dodge. He raised the sword in his hand and viciously slashed at Dao Lord Taichu's spear.
With a deafening boom, Dao Lord Taichu's spear was cut in two. He was also sent flying, blood spurting wildly from his body.
Master of Black Mountain steadied himself and looked toward Dao Lord Taichu, his gaze cold and indifferent.
"You have already lost. Accept reality."
"No, I haven't lost yet!" Dao Lord Taichu gritted his teeth as he climbed to his feet. His hands gathered even more scorching energy as he lunged at Master of Black Mountain.
Master of Black Mountain's expression remained unchanged. He watched Dao Lord Taichu charge at him coldly, gripping his sword with both hands as he prepared to counterattack.
But at that moment, Dao Lord Taichu suddenly let out an earth-shaking roar. The energy around him erupted instantly, forming a vast sea of flames that engulfed Master of Black Mountain.
Master of Black Mountain immediately felt his entire body being scorched. The pain was unbearable, and even his sword began to warp.
Seeing this, Dao Lord Taichu attacked even more fiercely, giving Master of Black Mountain no chance to catch his breath.
The two fought fiercely within the sea of flames. Deafening explosions rang out from time to time, making the entire valley shake violently.
After a long while, the sea of flames gradually dispersed. Dao Lord Taichu and Master of Black Mountain were both in sorry states, their bodies covered in bleeding wounds.
They stood facing each other, their gazes meeting as though signaling that the next round of battle was about to begin.
"You're strong, but I won't admit defeat so easily either." Dao Lord Taichu wielded the energy in his hand, spat out a mouthful of blood, and charged