Venerable Gu Xuan was far more powerful than Dao Lord Taichu had imagined. His attacks were nearly flawless, leaving Dao Lord Taichu no choice but to defend himself as best he could and wait for an opportunity.
The battle had already lasted for over an hour, and Dao Lord Taichu was beginning to feel exhausted.
His aura gradually weakened, and his body began to feel heavy.
Seeing this, Venerable Gu Xuan sneered, raised his staff, and brought it down viciously toward Dao Lord Taichu's head.
Dao Lord Taichu roared, a flash of resolve appearing in his eyes. His body instantly became extraordinarily agile. He evaded Venerable Gu Xuan's attack and leaped backward, keeping his distance from him.
The two men returned to their standoff. Both were utterly exhausted, yet neither had any intention of giving up the fight.
Their eyes were filled with determination, as though only victory could release the pressure and resentment buried deep within them.
Dao Lord Taichu raised his longsword, pointed its tip at Venerable Gu Xuan, and slowly walked forward.
His steps were light yet steady, every one of them containing tremendous power that kept Venerable Gu Xuan from approaching carelessly.
Venerable Gu Xuan refused to be outdone. He continuously swung his magic staff, causing the surrounding elements to surge wildly and form waves of violent wind and rain that swept toward Dao Lord Taichu.
Dao Lord Taichu frowned slightly as a pale golden radiance spread from his body, blocking Venerable Gu Xuan's attack.
His body instantly transformed into a streak of golden light. He accelerated with astonishing speed, like a brilliant rainbow of Flowing Light, and charged fiercely at Venerable Gu Xuan.
Venerable Gu Xuan immediately felt the pressure mounting. He frantically cast magic, trying to stop Dao Lord Taichu's assault.
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