The dust of the battle of the Saint Realm by the Red Flame River has settled, but its impact is like a boulder thrown into the lake, with ripples that continue to spread.
Rock Sword Saint Hederson won with minor injuries, once again defending his reputation as "Saint Realm's strongest man". His solid foundation and powerful defense were deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Although the genius swordmaster Olivier lost, he showed The weirdness and power of the dual laws of light and darkness, especially the amazing and brilliant move of trying to merge the two opposing laws, has also won the admiration and regret of countless people. His soul was injured and he was in a coma, and was taken away by his brother Blumer. He disappeared without a trace, attracting many speculations from the outside world.
However, all the topic heat was quickly covered by Hedereson's public declaration of war to Linley.
Dragonblood Warrior Linley, versus Rock Sword Saint Hederson!
One is a peerless genius who possesses Saint Realm's peak combat power under the age of thirty, the hope of the Baruch Clan's revival; the other is Rock Sword Saint who has been famous for thousands of years and firmly sits on the top throne of the Saint Realm in the empire. The duel between these two people is even more attractive than the battle between Olivier and Hedereson.
For a time, everyone inside and outside the imperial capital, in taverns and restaurants, and on the streets, was talking about Tu Jiao Mountain's appointment three months later. Some people were optimistic about Hedereson's experience and invincible defense; others expected Linley and Dragonblood Warrior to create miracles and break the undefeated myth. Various handicaps and bets The game quietly emerged, adding countless talk and fireworks to this duel that has yet to come. Even Yulan Empire and Chaos Territory, other areas thousands of miles away, also learned of the news through various channels, and countless eyes turned to the O'Brien Empire and the mountain named Tu Jiao Mountain.
Earl Mansion, in the study.
Linley dismissed the servant and stood alone in front of the window, looking out the window at the still gloomy sky. Red Flame River The scenes of watching the battle kept replaying in his mind, especially Hedereson's last sword "Earth Split" triggered gravity, like the power of a mountain pressing down on the top of a mountain, which made him feel palpitations. It was not only a gap in strength, but also a crushing on the level of understanding of power.
"The gap is huge -" Linley whispered to himself, tapping his fingers on the window lattice unconsciously. He knew that with his current strength, if he faced Hedereson, his chances of winning were extremely low. Olivier's last blow that combined light and darkness was so powerful that he was still beaten by Hedereson was defeated head-on. Although his wind skills were agile and fast, and the power of the earth was beginning to take shape, there was a clear gap between him and Hedereson in terms of depth of understanding, concentration of power, and efficiency of use. It was an almost instinctive control that had been honed over thousands of years.
"Three months -" Linley clenched his fists, his joints turned slightly white, but his eyes did not flinch at all. Instead, he burned with more fierce fighting spirit. Pressure was also motivation. He was eager to become stronger and to reach the top. Confronting with strong men like Hedereson was the fastest way to test himself and seek breakthroughs. In this battle, he could not retreat, nor did he want to retreat.
"Dong dong." A steady knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.
"Come in."
The door was pushed open, and Lin Qin came in. He was still wearing the simple gray clothes, and his expression was as calm as water, as if the noise in the outside world had nothing to do with him.
"Brother Lin Qin." Linley quickly turned around and calmed down.
"Is there anything gained?" Lin Qin walked to the table, poured himself a glass of cold water, and glanced at Linley, as if he could see through his inner turmoil.
Linley pondered for a moment and organized the words: "Hedereson's use of power has reached the extreme. Weight as Lightness's defense is even more powerful, as if it is connected with the earth under its feet. Body. Olivier has weird methods. The attack is mixed with the power that affects the mind, making it difficult to prevent. However, the foundation is not as solid as Hedereson. In the end, it forcibly activates a power far beyond its own load, which backfires on itself."
Lin Qin nodded and drank all the water in the cup. "That's a good observation. Hedereson's path is extremely condensed and thick, bringing its own advantages to its peak. Your path is different from his. You don't have to imitate it completely and forcefully pursue that kind of absolute defense."
He looked at Linley with deep eyes. "You are good at the agility of the wind, pursuing speed and change, while the power of the earth favors stability and carrying. How to combine the two rather than separate them is what you need to think about. Wind, not There is only "fastness", but also "penetration" and "tearing"; the earth is not only "stability", but also has undercurrents "and nurturing". Find their inner connection, let speed become the prelude to heavy explosion, and let calmness become the foundation of smart change."
Lin Qin's words were like a bolt of lightning in the dark night, instantly illuminating some vague thoughts in Linley's mind. He had been training Wind Element and Earth Element separately. Although both had achieved success, they really failed to truly integrate the advantages of the two. How to make the agility of the wind and the thickness of the earth complement each other to form a unique fighting style?
"As for the power that affects the mind--" Lin Qin paused, seeming to consider the words, "Olivier's black sword is indeed weird, but its essence is an extreme use of spiritual power. Your soul has a special nature, and--
There is no need to be too afraid of external protection. However, one must not relax in tempering one's own spiritual will. This is fundamental."
Linley's heart moved, and he subconsciously touched Coiling Dragon Ring on his finger. A warm feeling came, which made him calm down. He solemnly nodded. "I understand, thank you brother Lin Qin for your guidance." These words undoubtedly pointed out the direction for his next practice.
"What are your plans for these three months?" Lin Qin asked directly.
"Retreat." Linley did not hesitate, with firm eyes, "Go deep outside the city Magic Beast Mountain Range. It is quiet enough and full of dangers. It is also more suitable for actual combat exercises and to maximize your potential."
"Yes." Lin Qin had no objection and spoke concisely and concisely, "If you have any questions, you can come to me. I will stay in the Imperial Capital in the near future."
Linley glanced at Lin Qin gratefully. With this big brother with unfathomable strength and unique vision sitting beside him, he felt much more at ease, as if he had a solid backing.
"By the way, brother Lin Qin," Linley suddenly remembered something and took out the dark red War God Token from Space Ring, "this War God Token, and that Graveyard of the Gods--"
Lin Qin flipped his hand, and his War God Token also appeared in his palm. He glanced at it and put it away. "Graveyard of the Gods, it is said that opportunities and dangers coexist. More than ten years may seem like a long time, but for real improvement, the key lies in yourself. Keep the token first, and whether you want to go or not will depend on the situation. Right now, you need to focus."
Linley also put away his War God Token, feeling the warm lines and faint energy fluctuations on the token with his fingertips. "I know. For now, let's pass the Hedereson level first." He knew that if he couldn't even pass the Hedereson level, it would be meaningless to talk about the distant Graveyard of the Gods.
The next day, at dawn, Linley quietly left the imperial capital without disturbing anyone, just like a wisp of blue smoke sinking into the distant Magic Beast Mountain Range. He needed to digest the gains from watching the battle., it is even more necessary to find a way to integrate the power of the wind and the power of the earth within these three months to create your own trump card to deal with the heavy and almost suffocating pressure of Hedereson.
Lin Qin, on the other hand, still stayed in the secluded hotel room in the imperial capital, living in seclusion. He was not idle. The seemingly peaceful but actually dangerous sparring match with Fain, and the observation of the life-and-death battle between Hedereson and Olivier all made him understand... He has a deeper understanding of the nature of power and his own path. He needs time to settle, completely digest those insights and integrate them into his own system. He can feel that the two powers in his body that originate from the earth seem to have a closer connection. He needs to seize this sign and try to promote the fusion process that has been stagnant for a long time.
His life is extremely regular. He spends most of his time sitting quietly in his room, sinking his consciousness into his body, guiding the power to run in specific veins, and experiencing the subtle changes brought about by each power vibration. Occasionally, in the dead of night, he will silently appear on the top of the tallest building in the imperial capital, overlooking this sleeping giant city. His spirit The power is like invisible mercury, spreading quietly. Without deliberately snooping, it can capture the "breathing" of the city at night, the pattern of defense changes in military camps, the energy fluctuations in some hidden corners, and even the low-key discussions in some noble residences about the battle of Tu Jiao Mountain and Linley.
He heard some forces hidden in the shadows inquire about the whereabouts of Olivier, and also sensed some unfriendly peeks from different directions towards Linley. Dark Church? Radiant Church remnant? Or are there some forces within the empire that are jealous of the Baruch Clan's re-emergence? Lin Qin doesn't care who it is, he just writes down the information. As long as it doesn't really threaten Linley's seclusion, he won't take action. This is a kind of tempering.
Time passed quietly in practice and contemplation. On the surface of the imperial capital, the prosperity and noise of the past were restored, with busy traffic and bustling people every day. But anyone who cared about it could feel that an invisible tension was building up in the air, and everyone's eyes were vaguely cast to the north, to the mountain named Tu Jiao Mountain. Only three months later, the duel destined to be recorded in history would completely detonate it.
Dragon Rock Territory far away from Chaos Territory, under the careful management of Soros, Old Jack and others, is like a wound machine, steadily and efficiently. It is developing. The newly promulgated government orders are gradually taking root in the hearts of the people, green seedlings are growing in the reclaimed wasteland, and the murderous intent of the newly reorganized army is gradually condensing under the training of Hosen and Bader day after day. Pallas's huge dragon shadow often passes over the border, and the powerful dragon power disperses potential threats. Murphy's supervision team is like a sharp blade hidden in the shadows, ensuring internal stability. They vaguely communicate through special communication channels They knew that the lord seemed to be involved in some things in the imperial capital, but they didn't know the details. What they could do was to make Dragon Rock Territory stronger and richer, and become a solid foundation that the lord could rely on whenever he returned.
There is no time to practice, especially when you are fully immersed in it. Linley In the depths of the Magic Beast Mountain Range, fight to the death with the powerful Level Nine Magical Beast, and hone your sword skills and will under the roaring waterfall., looking up at the stars under the silent night sky, feeling the trajectory of the wind intertwined with Earth Pulsation. Sweat, blood, failure, and understanding are intertwined. His eyes are getting sharper, his breath is becoming more condensed, and he is moving towards a stronger self every day.
As for Lin Qin in the Imperial Hotel, his aura became deeper and more restrained, like a piece of jade that had been repeatedly washed away by the years, with all its brilliance hidden. Only occasionally when no one was around, a thick light like magma deep in the earth would flash through his eyes.
The three-month period is like fine sand in an hourglass, passing by continuously.
Tu Jiao Mountain, this originally unknown mountain peak, has become the focus of attention of the entire Yulan Continent. A battle between dragons and tigers concerning honor, strength and future is about to take place there. And the result of this battle may be like another boulder thrown into the river of destiny, stirring up new and more turbulent waves.