Shield Defeated, Another Loss

Li Huajun's expression shifted slightly as he tried to break free, but the rockflow was incredibly viscous and continuously welled up from the ground, making movement exceptionally difficult. Though the Profound Phoenix Shield could block frontal attacks, it could not resolve the predicament beneath his feet.

A cold glint flashed through Wu Lei's eyes when he saw this. He knew his opportunity had come. He charged forward again, Soul Power gathering to its peak around both fists. His third soul skill, Earthvein Surge, overlapped with his second soul skill, Rock Fist Impact, and an earthen-yellow glow condensed into substance around his fists!

"It's over! Sixth soul skill—Crumbling Rock Heavy Fist!"

With an angry roar, he poured more than half his remaining Soul Power into the attack. His right fist shot forward like a cannonball, carrying the terrifying force of shattering mountains as it smashed toward Li Huajun, whose restricted movement made it difficult for him to adjust the shield's angle with any agility!

This punch had already reached the peak power of a level-sixty-eight Soul Emperor. More importantly, it seized the perfect moment while Li Huajun was under control!

In that critical instant, a trace of resolve flashed through Li Huajun's eyes. He knew that with his current Soul Power and condition, even if he blocked this punch with his shield, he would certainly suffer severe injuries. The shield itself might even be damaged. And with his lack of offensive soul skills, it would be difficult for him to turn the tables against the enemy's subsequent attacks.

But he had his own pride and convictions!

"Third soul skill—Profound Phoenix Countershock! Fifth soul skill—Immovable Phoenix Shield!"

His third and fifth soul rings lit up at the same time! Dark-golden light flowed rapidly across the Profound Phoenix Shield, and the phantom image