Looking at the purple-robed man rushing towards Xiao Yan with lightning speed, Bai Hua and Lian'er's expressions changed drastically. However, the purple-robed man had already reached Xiao Yan, and it was too late for them to stop him. Even Ouyang Miao, who was standing about ten feet in front of Xiao Yan, was also unable to make any move.
At their full speed, even Yuan Zun wouldn't have time to make any move under such extreme conditions.
With a figure as fast as lightning, the purple-robed man arrived in front of Xiao Yan. A sinister smile appeared on his face. He clenched his fist, and the vast Origin Qi immediately condensed into a layer of energy crystal, transforming into a giant claw. As soon as it clenched its five fingers, it fiercely grabbed at Xiao Yan's body.
Below, Bai Rong looked at the scene in the sky and sneered at the guy's ignorance. Ouyang Yu had been famous in the Central Region for many years and his strength was naturally extraordinary. If this guy thought he could avoid the former just because of this, then he was underestimating the reputation of the Orchid Sword Saint.
At the same time, Xiao Yan, with his extraordinary senses, also noticed the purple-robed man's attack. The moment the giant claw appeared, Xiao Yan didn't wait for it to lock onto him; he moved his feet instantly and retreated rapidly.
"Snort!"
Seeing Xiao Yan's swift reaction, the man in purple robes sneered.
His laughter had barely faded when Xiao Yan's expression suddenly changed. He felt a blur before his eyes, and the giant claw, filled with immense pressure and power, reappeared strangely. Then, it slashed down with lightning speed, freezing the space around Xiao Yan in mid-air!
The surrounding space froze, Xiao Yan's expression changed instantly. His movement was blocked, and this giant energy claw was far too troublesome. Even dodging was extremely difficult now. Yuan Zun expert was indeed extraordinary...
A series of thoughts flashed through Xiao Yan's mind. He gritted his teeth, his dark eyes fixed on the giant claw that was grabbing down with a fierce wind. The remaining Origin Qi in his body surged outwards even more frantically. At the same time, the flaming wheel that had gathered in his palm behind him began to spin violently. A point of dark starlight emanated a destructive aura from the center of the wheel...
He was now ready to fight the purple-robed man before him with all his might!
Almost simultaneously with the roulette wheel spinning wildly in Xiao Yan's hand, Ouyang Yu, who had already noticed the commotion, suddenly frowned. Although the aura emanating from the roulette wheel was weak, he could still clearly sense it, and he was immediately slightly surprised.
At the same time, the giant claw flashed towards Xiao Yan, then opened wide like a ghostly claw, and pinched down on Xiao Yan's head in mid-air.
Gazing at the ever-growing giant claw in his eyes, Xiao Yan's expression finally turned completely solemn. He suddenly raised his hand behind his back, and the Buddha's Fury Reincarnation in his palm spun wildly, gathering the energy of heaven and earth as he prepared to unleash his full power!
However, just as Xiao Yan raised his hand, the space in front of him suddenly twisted strangely, and then Ouyang Yu's figure appeared from the twisted space, standing right in front of Xiao Yan.
"Buzz!"
Almost at the same time that Ouyang Yu's figure appeared, a vast, calm and profound aura suddenly surged out from his body, and then swept out like a storm!
The sharp sword energy swept outwards from Ouyang Yu himself. Above his head, the invisible sword energy condensed into a giant sword that seemed to exist but was not, protecting Ouyang Yu completely. The terrifying aura and pressure also spread outwards without reservation at this moment!
The feeling was as if what stood before him was not a person, but a sword reaching to the Holding Up the Heavens!
On the ground below, the expressions on Bai Rong's and the others' faces changed drastically the moment they felt this oppressive aura. Even with Bai Rong's composure, he was still filled with shock at this moment.
"This guy... broke through to the eighth star?!"
The Orchid Sword Saint, Ouyang Yu, is actually a supreme expert whose cultivation has reached the Eight-Star Yuan Zun Venerable level!
"Since you have repeatedly offended the Ouyang Clan, then don't blame me for showing no mercy!"
The moment Ouyang Yu appeared, a slightly indifferent yet cold voice rang out. Immediately afterward, in front of Xiao Yan's astonished gaze, Ouyang Yu brought two fingers together and thrust them forward without any fancy moves, striking the oncoming giant claw.
"Buzz!"
A flash of white light appeared suddenly, and the purple-robed man behind the giant claw's claw's expression changed drastically. He hastily retreated, and the giant claw suddenly exploded in the next moment, transforming into a considerable energy storm that swept across the area once more. At the same time, an incomparably sharp sword aura narrowly missed the purple-robed man's temple, severing half of his hair. This was only possible because of his timely reaction; otherwise, it would likely have been more than just half of his hair that was cut off.
The man in purple robes retreated rapidly, only managing to regain his footing several dozen feet away. At the same time, he sensed the powerful aura emanating from Ouyang Yu, and his expression immediately turned ugly.
Eight-Star Yuan Zun is a rare talent among Yuan Zun Venerables. Although he is also Yuan Zun expert, he is nothing compared to Ouyang Yu. He hadn't noticed anything before Ouyang Yu made his move, but now that Ouyang Yu has released his aura and pressure, the difference between them is obvious.
With just two fingers and a sword, he so easily shattered the ghost claw he had conjured, demonstrating Ouyang Yu's formidable combat prowess. If he were to continue delaying at this point, he would likely lose more than just face.
The purple-robed man's gaze swept over the pedestrians gradually gathering in the distance. His face was grim, and his eyes swept over Xiao Yan with particular resentment. His eyes flashed rapidly, and after a long while, he gritted his teeth and coldly shouted at Xiao Yan with a sinister look:
"Kid, you're lucky this time. Next time we meet, I'll make you pay a terrible price!"
A cold glint flashed in Xiao Yan's eyes, and he sneered:
"I'll keep you company."
"Snort!"
Upon hearing this, the purple-robed man's aged face twitched slightly. Then, his cold gaze swept over everyone present, and he clenched his fists in extreme reluctance. After a moment, he finally gave up on this futile effort, twisted his body, and flew swiftly towards the outside of Sacred Gold City.
"Kid, we'll meet again!"
As the figure disappeared, a cold shout drifted back from the distant sky, slowly echoing across the heavens.
Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes slightly, a sharp glint flashing deep within his dark pupils.