He held a pitch-black longsword, its blade flashing with cold light and radiating boundless killing intent.
Dao Lord Taichu responded calmly. His figure flickered like lightning as he engaged Nether Night Sword Emperor in a fierce battle.
Every collision between them unleashed violent energy waves, shattering the surrounding mountain rocks.
Nether Night Sword Emperor was immensely powerful. His swordsmanship was incomparably fierce, and his speed was as fast as lightning.
However, Dao Lord Taichu was no less formidable. Relying on his immense power of light, he neutralized Nether Night Sword Emperor's attacks, and his counterattacks carried devastating force.
The battle continued for a long time. Both men had gained several wounds, blood dripping onto the ground, yet their fighting spirit remained undiminished.
Nether Night Sword Emperor sneered. "Dao Lord Taichu, your strength is decent, but it is still not enough to fight me.
"Give up. I can grant you a quick death."
Dao Lord Taichu gritted his teeth. He knew this was the critical moment and that he could not retreat.
He took a deep breath and unleashed an even more powerful force of light, transforming it into a dazzling golden light that enveloped Nether Night Sword Emperor.
Dao Lord Taichu's golden light shone as brilliantly as the Blazing Sun, illuminating the entire battlefield.
His body grew tall and imposing within the light, and an unparalleled power surged forth, making even the surrounding air seem to freeze solid.
Nether Night Sword Emperor felt the immense pressure coming from Dao Lord Taichu and could not help furrowing his brow.
A mocking smile curled across his lips as he rasped, "So you do have some skill. Unfortunately, your power of light is utterly useless before me."
As he spoke, Nether Night Sword Emperor's body gradually began to emit an aura of darkness,