The Battle Against the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon
Ye Jinkai let out a low shout and swung his longsword, sending a golden blade of light slashing towards the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon!
The gray-robed monk also made a move at the same time, striking the side of the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon with a palm.
However, the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon did not dodge at all, and directly used its scales to withstand the attacks of the two.
Bang bang--!
The blade light and palm print landed on the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon, producing a muffled sound and leaving only two shallow marks.
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon snorted coldly, its thick tail whipping towards the two of them!
Ye Jinkai and the gray-robed monk had no time to dodge and were directly struck by the dragon's tail.
The two men flew out like cannonballs and crashed heavily onto the shore!
"Puff--!"
Ye Jinkai coughed up a mouthful of blood, his chest caved in, and countless ribs were broken.
He struggled to stand up, only to find that his legs had no strength left.
The gray-robed monk fared slightly better, managing to withstand the attack thanks to his profound body tempering skills.
Even so, he staggered a few steps, barely managing to steady himself, a trickle of blood spilling from the corner of his mouth.
Upon seeing this, the other Demon-Suppressing Captain were about to come over retreated and looked around, not daring to approach.
This is no longer a battle they can intervene in.
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon, at the peak of its Perfected Liquid Condensation, possessed terrifying strength. Even when Squad Leader Ye and Yuantong Tong, who was skilled in body tempering, joined forces, they were sent flying with a single blow.
Those Captain were Liquid Condensation Early Stage Realm or even the Qi Gathering Realm would only be throwing their lives away if they went up there.
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon's eerie green vertical pupils turned towards Yang Xiao, letting out a low roar.
"Human, if you know what's good for you, hand over Jiang Chen."
Its voice was cold and carried a hint of threat.
"The Little Dragon King wants to take him back. If you stop him, you will be making an enemy of the Little Dragon King."
"If he gets angry, the entire Qingzhou will tremble!"
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon paused, a hint of smugness flashing in its eyes.
If you step back now, I can pretend nothing happened.
"Otherwise, you will die here today."
Yang Xiao did not answer, but slowly drew his long sword.
He raised his head, looking calmly at his opponent, ready to attack.
A hint of surprise flashed in the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon's eyes. This human actually ignored the warning?
It felt a surge of anger; what a fool who doesn't know his own mortality.
Its Perfected Liquid Condensation far surpasses Yang Xiao's, not to mention that as a member of the Mystic Flood Dragon Clan, its physical body is incomparably strong.
Even if Zhou Zheng had used up some of his strength, Yang Xiao was definitely not Yang Xiao could easily fool.
"Since you want to die, then so be it!"
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon suddenly sprang up and pounced towards Yang Xiao!
"Demon-Subduing Soul-Calming Saber"
Yang Xiao swung his blade with the momentum, the blade flashing like a bolt of lightning, carrying an invisible intimidating aura, as he slashed towards the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon!
This strike was as fast as lightning; there was no way to dodge it.
"Aww--!"
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon let out a miserable cry and retreated violently.
A large section of its abdominal scales was slashed away by the blade, revealing the blood-red muscles beneath. Dark green blood splattered down, corroding a pit in the surrounding ground.
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon reacted violently, whipping its tail and lashing out at Yang Xiao!
Yang Xiao tried to dodge, but the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon's tail was too thick and covered a very wide area.
"Bang--!"
Yang Xiao was struck by the dragon's tail and flew several feet away.
Although he dodged most of the force with his Astonishing Swan Steps, the scales that suddenly stood up on the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon's tail still scratched his body.
"Hiss--!"
Yang Xiao groaned and looked down at his body.
His left arm, chest, and thigh were covered in deep wounds from the scales.
Blood stained his dark, athletic outfit, and the wound was so deep that the bone was almost visible!
Upon seeing this, the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon let out an excited roar, and stuck out its tongue to lick the blood that stained its scales and tail.
"Tasty..."
Its deep green vertical pupils were filled with greed, as if it were savoring some unparalleled delicacy.
"Human blood is indeed delicious."
"Especially the blood of martial artists, it's incredibly sweet."
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon let out a long roar, lowered its head and regarded Yang Xiao as prey waiting to be caught, its eyes filled with venom.
"You're already injured, how much longer can you hold on?"
Yang Xiao stood with his eyes lowered, looking down at the wounds on his body.
Blood was still gushing out, staining the ground red.
In the next instant, flesh began to writhe, muscles reconnected, and skin covered the wounds, which healed at a speed visible to the naked eye.
In the blink of an eye, his injuries were completely healed, as if those wounds had never existed.
Yang Xiao raised his head and looked calmly at the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon.
"Is that all you've got?"
A hint of shock flashed in the eyes of the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon.
This human could recover from injuries instantly, and the recovery speed was even faster than some demonic beasts.
Is this even human?
It became more wary, its tongue lolling out slightly, and it didn't rush forward immediately.
Yang Xiao didn't give the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon much time to think. He raised his right hand, and azure crystal light condensed.
"Demon-Slaying Crystal Edge!"
A shower of crystalline light rained down, cleansing the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon!
This time, the crystalline light was denser and sharper.
Each beam carried a terrifying penetrating power, gleaming with an eerie blue light under the sunlight.
A hint of apprehension flashed in the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon's eerie green vertical pupils, and its robust body tumbled in the air, trying to dodge.
However, the crystal rays were too dense, making it impossible to completely dodge them.
"Puff puff puff--!"
Dozens of crystalline rays pierced the body of the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon, producing a piercing friction sound.
This time, the crystalline light pierced through the scales and penetrated the flesh of the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon!
Dark green blood spilled out, making a corrosive sound, and instantly eroded the surrounding environment.
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon let out a miserable cry and retreated violently, a hint of fear finally appearing in its eerie green vertical pupils.
Shore.
Jiang Chen lay on the ground, staring blankly at the scene.
He watched Yang Xiao face the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon alone, watched Yang Xiao fall to the ground after being scratched by the scales and then get up again and move forward, watched Yang Xiao use the Demon-Slaying Crystal Edge to suppress the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon.
He looked at the figure standing tall by the river, facing alone the Perfected Liquid Condensation Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon.
He was stunned for a moment.
His vision blurred, and he seemed to see another figure from behind.
That was me many years ago.
That version of myself who was powerless to stop the Little Dragon King from taking my sister away.
That version of myself who could only watch helplessly as my younger sister was swept away, unable to even utter a word of farewell.
"Qing'er..."
Jiang Chen murmured to himself, a tear sliding down his cheek.
If he had been as powerful as Yang Xiao back then, perhaps his sister wouldn't have been taken away.
Pity.
It was all too late.
On the river, Yang Xiao stood with his sword hanging down, calmly watching the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon.
"Do you have any other skills?"
"If not, then it's my turn."
The Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon glared at Yang Xiao with gritted teeth. If it got too close, Yang Xiao's flesh would be sliced off by the Spring Embroidery Saber; if it stayed far away, it would be attacked from a distance without any chance of resistance.
However, this guy's physical body is extremely strange; he can withstand an attack from me and recover quickly.
Most importantly, after such a fierce battle, the young man in front of it showed no signs of defeat, leaving it wondering where the limit truly lay.
Its gaze swept over Yang Xiao, and a thought of retreat arose in its heart.
However, just as it turned to flee...
The river surface suddenly exploded!
A silver-white figure burst forth from the water, wielding a Great Halberd as powerful as a dragon, which pinned the Blackwater Mystic Flood Dragon's tail to the spot!
"Order it for me!"