Chapter 499: You Die, I Live
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It turns out that the martial artist who suddenly flew over was none other than the peerless genius of the Snow Eagle Tribe, Xiao.
By rights, there wasn't any deep-seated hatred between Zhao Letian and Xiao.
The biggest grudge between them was that Zhao Letian had publicly defeated him in the Gray Wolf Secret Realm.
For Zhao Letian, this was naturally nothing.
However, for Xiao, it was an unbearable and enormous humiliation.
After all, it should be known that Xiao was the top talent of the Snow Eagle Tribe, not only extraordinarily gifted but also exceedingly diligent. To enhance his strength, he was willing to forsake the comfortable life within the tribe and stay in the desolate desert, battling demon beasts to improve his combat experience.
Previously within the Snow Eagle Tribe, he was the super genius admired by all, regarded as the hope of the tribe, and had great expectations placed on him, providing him with endless honor. He thoroughly enjoyed this feeling and silently swore to himself that he would one day become famous throughout the Gray Wolf Kingdom and win glory for his tribe.
But what he hadn't expected was, after coming to the Gray Wolf Capital, he found out that there were many with talents surpassing his, which brought him his first taste of frustration.
However, he didn't mind that figures like Baru were stronger than him; after all, those were already well-known geniuses, older than him, not something a newcomer like him could compare to. He believed that given time, his achievements would certainly be no less than those of individuals like Baru.
What he couldn't accept was Zhao Letian, a youth even younger than himself and of inferior background, managing to defeat him in the Gray Wolf Secret Realm in front of everyone in the Royal Capital. It was an unprecedented humiliation for him, directly shaking his Martial Arts Heart.
Or in other words, Zhao Letian had become his inner demon. If he didn't slay Zhao Letian, his path in martial arts would definitely be a short one.
Therefore, even though there wasn't any deep-seated enmity between the two, like the others, Xiao too wanted to slay Zhao Letian in this Imperial Secret Realm.
Xiao's thoughts were very clear to Zhao Letian.
He even suspected that among those who had previously attempted to assassinate him included individuals from the Snow Eagle Tribe.
Thus, Xiao was also on his hit list.
Since the two had encountered each other here, a big battle was inevitably on the horizon.
"Zhao Zilong, let us fight with all we've got. Today, it's either your death or mine!"
After locking eyes for a brief moment, an icy killing intent appeared in Xiao's eyes as he indifferently spoke.
"Micro Wind Force? Such a pity."
Noticing the Micro Wind Force emanating from Xiao, Zhao Letian's expression stirred slightly as he shook his head.
To be honest, Xiao's talent was already quite impressive, even stronger than that of figures like Ao Tian and Yu Wenhui. If he had the chance to grow, his future achievements could potentially rival those of the Invincible ones like Baru, or at least he could be compared with people like Nalan Yun.
It's just a shame that no matter how good his talent was, having crossed Zhao Letian, there was only one way out – death.
"Hmph, I know your Sword Force has reached the Micro-level, but even within the Micro realm, there are levels of strength and weakness. I will make you realize that compared with my Micro Wind Force, your Micro Realm Sword Force isn't even worth a strike!"
Zhao Letian's tone made Xiao feel belittled, prompting him to coldly snort in anger. As he spoke, a curved blade materialized in his hand, and with a flap of the wings on his back, he transformed into an almost invisible afterimage, rushing directly at Zhao Letian.
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"Worthy of the Micro Wind Force, such fast speed!"
Zhao Letian was slightly startled and vibrated his wings, utilizing the Body Technique Carefree Travel, turning into a bolt of lightning to dodge to the side. Simultaneously, a flash of Spirit Light appeared in his hand as he drew a Mid-grade Spiritual Weapon Longsword, channeling the True Essence Power, his first move was the Invincible Sword, ruthlessly slashing at Xiao from the side.
After comprehending the Micro Wind Force, Xiao's speed became extremely astonishing, comparable to those invincible powerhouses.
However, Zhao Letian's wind technique was only a step away from reaching the Micro level. Coupled with the movement technique Carefree Travel and the boost from the Wind Thunder Wings, his speed was not much slower than Xiao's.
"Think you can escape? Can you really?" Die!"
Seeing Zhao Letian's alarming speed, Xiao was also slightly surprised, but he soon sneered coldly, changed the direction of the curved blade in his hand, and swept it towards Zhao Letian. Layers upon layers of blade images appeared on that curved blade, as if incessant and unending.
Although Zhao Letian was much faster than he had anticipated, there was still a gap compared to him. Therefore, he was still confident in securing victory in this battle.
"Boom!"
The next moment, Xiao's curved blade collided with Zhao Letian's Invincible Sword. The latter's Invincible Sword Light instantly broke through the layers of blade shadows, and the violent True Essence Power immediately spread out, shaking both of them and sending them flying backwards.
As a result, after flying out more than ten meters, Zhao Letian stabilized his body by vibrating the wings on his back.
However, a trickle of blood spilled from the corner of his mouth, his complexion slightly pale. Furthermore, a series of cracks appeared on his longsword, looking dim of Spirit Light and severely damaged.
By comparison, Xiao flew backwards several tens of meters before finally steadying his body with his white wings, with great difficulty.
There was also blood at the corner of Xiao's mouth, his complexion was ashen, and the curved blade in his hand had already been bisected by Zhao Letian's Invincible Sword.
Moreover, Xiao's upper garments had been shredded by Zhao Letian's Sword Qi, revealing a set of silver Inner Armor with impressive aura, marked with a deep sword wound.
Clearly, if it weren't for this suit of protective Inner Armor, the previous move of the Invincible Sword would have already cut Xiao in half at the waist.
"This is impossible, I've already comprehended the Micro Wind Force, and my cultivation is higher than yours, why am I still not your match?"
Xiao stared at Zhao Letian with incredulity, his expression somewhat dazed as if he could collapse at any moment.
"It's simple, the Micro Realm Sword Force is a part of the grand Dao, whereas the Micro-level circulating wind force that you've comprehended is merely a minor path, how can you contend with me? In terms of cultivation, it's just one of the factors that make up a Martial Artist's strength. Besides cultivation, you have nothing to compare with me, how can you contend? It's a pity, but by the time you understand this, it will already be too late," Zhao Letian said coldly.
This Xiao, he is a dying man, and Zhao Letian did not mind letting him die with a clear understanding.
"No! My speed is faster than yours, even if I'm not your match now, once I've comprehended the Micro Ice Force in the Ice Domain, I will certainly surpass you. Zhao Zilong, this isn't over; we'll see!"
Xiao's Martial Arts Heart was resolute and was not broken by Zhao Letian's words. A glimmer of hope flashed in his eyes, showing a last bit of hope. He then vibrated his wings and sped off towards the Ice Domain with an astonishing speed.
"You no longer have a chance!"
However, at this moment, an amazing Micro Wind Force suddenly surged from Zhao Letian's body. Then with a flap of his wings, he pursued Xiao at an even faster speed.