Dao Lord Taichu's sword light struck empty air with a deafening boom, tearing apart the surrounding space.
But Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder had already dodged the blow.
Dao Lord Taichu frowned slightly. He had not expected Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder to be so nimble, successfully evading his attack at the critical moment.
However, Dao Lord Taichu showed no intention of retreating. Instead, an even sharper light gleamed in his eyes.
"Do you think dodging means you can escape?" Dao Lord Taichu's voice brimmed with fighting spirit. He took one step forward, and his figure instantly appeared where Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder stood.
With his treasured sword in hand, he slashed at Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder.
Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder did not remain idle either. With a wave of both hands, pitch-black arcs of lightning surged forth, forming an electric wall before Dao Lord Taichu.
The electric wall was filled with destructive lightning energy. Even with the incomparably sharp edge of Dao Lord Taichu's sword, it could not be easily pierced.
As the two forces collided, even the air seemed to tremble. Lightning flared and sword light intertwined, producing a piercing hum.
A cold smile appeared on Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder's face. He did not fear Dao Lord Taichu's attacks; on the contrary, he looked forward to this battle.
Dao Lord Taichu frowned deeply. He knew Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder would not be an easy opponent.
As an expert of the Taichu realm, Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder possessed boundless lightning power. Moreover, his lightning seemed to be freely controlled, giving him limitless possibilities in battle.
Seeing that Dao Lord Taichu's attack had failed, Heavenly Venerate Purple Thunder took the initiative.
He stepped forward, gathering lightning power between his palms and forming a crackling lightning sword.
He swung the lightning sword, and