Sensing Xuan Wuzong's killing intent, Lu Ye's expression grew solemn as he responded with even greater caution.
In terms of current strength alone, he was undoubtedly a notch below Xuan Wuzong.
That was without the other man being within the radiance of Uniting Dao City. If Ten Steps City had been nearby, Xuan Wuzong's strength would have been even greater.
Moreover, the man wielded a Supreme Treasure. Against such a powerful foe, any carelessness could prove fatal.
Throughout the battle, Lu Ye had been searching for an opportunity. Yet while Xuan Wuzong unleashed a savage barrage with his longsword, he kept himself guarded so tightly that not the slightest opening was available to Lu Ye.
Instead, Lu Ye's injuries continued to mount.
After less than the time it took to drink a cup of tea, Lu Ye was already drenched in blood from head to toe. Had he not kept the Talent Tree's power activated after suffering that earlier loss, burning away the thunder power invading his body, he likely would not have lasted this long.
He finally experienced firsthand the formidable foundations of the Top Ten City Lords. Xuan Wuzong had been renowned for hundreds of thousands of years. His combat skills had reached the pinnacle of perfection, and every manner of sword technique flowed effortlessly from his hand, without a trace or flaw.
Lu Ye was secretly alarmed. Facing an enemy like this, victory would not come easily. There was only one way: he had to injure Xuan Wuzong.
As long as he could wound Xuan Wuzong and inject the Myriad Poison Bead's power into the wound, he could turn the tide.
After devouring a Supreme Treasure last time, the Myriad Poison Bead's power was now sufficient to affect even Half-Saint-level experts. Dealing with Xuan Wuzong would be