Seeing that the time was right, Dao Lord Taichu suddenly brought his hands together and chanted under his breath. A powerful burst of force shot from his hands, transforming into a massive phoenix that beat its wings and lunged fiercely at Venerable Gu Xuan.
Venerable Gu Xuan's expression changed slightly. Sensing danger, he hurriedly swung his staff, releasing a beam of black light in an attempt to block it.
The phoenix effortlessly pierced through the black light and instantly arrived before Venerable Gu Xuan. Opening its blazing maw, it bit down at him.
Facing the ferocious attack, Venerable Gu Xuan's pupils contracted. His body flashed as he swiftly dodged the phoenix's strike.
He secretly felt relieved. Had his reaction been any slower, he would likely have been devoured by the phoenix by now.
The battle once again fell into a stalemate. Both men burned with fighting spirit, showing no intention of retreating.
Dao Lord Taichu shouted, and the longsword in his hand swept out another golden sword light that flew directly toward Venerable Gu Xuan.
Venerable Gu Xuan did not retreat either. He swung his staff, and black light surged forth, transforming into a black tornado that swept directly toward Dao Lord Taichu.
The two powerful attacks collided in an instant, unleashing a massive shockwave and a thunderous explosion in the air.
The battle continued at a fever pitch. Dao Lord Taichu and Venerable Gu Xuan constantly unleashed all kinds of powerful attacks, each one carrying endless pressure and destructive force.
Dao Lord Taichu's longsword swung continuously, each swing carving out a blazing golden sword light, as scorching and dazzling as the sun.
Meanwhile, Venerable Gu Xuan's staff transformed into a black dragon that rampaged through the air, carrying a violent aura and immense power as it repeatedly lunged at