Eternal Heavenly Emperor

Gao Heji couldn't help but feel defeated, as he had already invoked his physical prowess, yet it had no effect on Chu Hao.

He was born in Thunder State, a descendant of a powerful ancient clan, and possessed a strong physique known as the "Mind Thunder Body," similar to an ancestor from the Lei Family. Therefore, his ancestral blood was extremely pure, allowing him to use Elemental Transformation and turn into lightning from an early age.

But his strongest ability wasn't just that, it was the ability to stimulate the lightning, shooting electricity from his eyes with terrifying destructive power.

—- naturally, Elemental Transformation could be utilized by any War Venerate, but how many could possess such a powerful physique?

He had laughed last in the initial great battle due to this physique, becoming the strongest War King. But now, having deployed his ultimate move without even damaging a single hair of Chu Hao's, how could he not be both shocked and disappointed?

Even more so, he couldn't force Chu Hao to use his strongest combat power!

No, he must force Chu Hao to draw his sword; his pride wouldn't allow him to lose without facing Chu Hao's strongest combat power.

Gao Heji fought back with all his might, directing waves of electric glare from his eyes at full strength, but they became fragile and powerless when they met the Flame Furnace of Chu Hao, barely causing him any harm.

After hundreds of rounds, a War Venerate stepped forward to stop the fight.

It couldn't be helped, Gao Heji had previously fought a tough battle with Guan Feng, naturally depleting much of his strength. Under such intense expenditure, how much longer could he hold? Regrettably admitting defeat, he failed to force Chu Hao to draw his sword.

This victory, though somewhat unconvincing for Chu Hao, his strength had indeed gained unanimous recognition; he truly possessed the power of the strongest War King.

"It's getting exciting now, that innate body cultivator from earlier isn't far from being the strongest War King either, and in a few months or half a year, might just be included among them."

"Maybe the other two tribes would also produce such freaks; this Nine States Heaven Talented Assembly will be exciting."

"In the end, it all depends on Shi Heng's performance."

"Chu Hao should lose, especially since he just had a big fight with Gao Heji."

"No, no, no, he should still have a chance to win because his strongest skill is his swordsmanship!"

"Not necessarily, he definitely depleted a lot of Star Force in that last battle. Even with outstanding swordsmanship, it would be useless."

"It all comes down to whether Shi Heng can withstand Chu Hao's burst. If he manages that, then the vast expenditure of Star Force Chu Hao sustained in the previous long battle will become his downfall."

"Exactly!"

Everyone discussed; those who could enter here were naturally heaven-talented, and they quickly analyzed the most probable outcomes.

Shi Heng stepped forward with a determined look and a murderous expression. He stopped, saying, "You shouldn't harbor improper thoughts towards the woman I care about. Today I may not kill you, but when our armies face off in the future, I'll take your head!"

Hearing this, everyone finally realized that this competition had stemmed from a conflict between these two individuals.

Now, the two main rivals had finally come face to face.

Chu Hao smiled lightly and said, "I should say, you're lucky to live a few more days!"

Well, not only were both individuals supremely confident, but the atmosphere was also filled with tension.

Shi Heng drew his sword, a completely dark long sword that seemed to darken the sky and earth as soon as it was revealed, while the Divine Crane behind him emitted a radiant light, making him seem like the center of the world.

Such a terrifying fellow!

What kind of sword was that, exerting such a dreadful pressure on him?

Chu Hao frowned, for even a third-rank treasured artifact wouldn't make him feel such trembling. He remembered what Su Wanyue had said: the Shi Family might have been a force since ancient times, so this black sword could very likely be an ancient treasure.

When it involved the Ancient Times, its incredible power was no surprise.

"Be careful, that sword has the Intent Realm of a strong person left on it, capable of slashing the Divine Soul!" Fat Cat's voice echoed in his mind.

Chu Hao's eyes sharpened; the Intent Realm was a very special attack, capable of ignoring the restriction against attacking someone from the same tribe, breaking through defenses strong as Body Cultivation, directly obliterating the Divine Soul, and leaving a person an empty shell.

Shi Heng was indeed cunning, using his words to lull Chu Hao while plotting his death!

—How can anyone live with their Divine Soul annihilated?

He kept silent, shaking his right hand, and a sword also appeared in it.

"Indeed, it's like the needle against the awl; they both brought out treasure artifacts from the get-go; the atmosphere is too charged."

"This battle will definitely be thrilling."

"But what's with the sword in Shi Heng's hand? It gives me a terrifying feeling; even looking at it a bit more makes my head feel like it's splitting!"

"I feel the same!"

"Looks like, it's not as simple as being crafted from high-tier materials but rather a treasure artifact!"

"Exactly, otherwise it would never have such an effect."

"Chu Hao might be in trouble, because his sword, crafted by his tribe, isn't a treasure artifact, and is inherently at a disadvantage."

Although the people might not know the true power of Shi Heng's sword, just a few glances were enough for them to feel the terrifying power it contained.

Shi Heng's lips curled into a cold smirk. Before reaching War Venerate, no one cultivated their Divine Sense; the Divine Sense of a War King was so weak in front of this "Black Spirit Sword" that he could destroy Chu Hao with just one move.

Not wanting the night to bring more dreams, he immediately shot forward, attacking Chu Hao. The Black Spirit Sword swept across, slashing an intent realm towards Chu Hao.

Annihilate Soul Slash!

Chu Hao snorted, his long sword quivering, casting a spray of sword light.

Taiji Tianyuan, Absolute Defense.

Shi Heng was forced to halt, as he didn't know where to initiate his attack. It was like attacking a perfect circle, flawless, with no vulnerabilities. However, his cold smirk deepened because, although his sword technique hadn't breached Chu Hao's defense, such swordsmanship was only physical. How could it possibly block the realm of intent?

Die, just die!

His eyes tightly focused on Chu Hao, he couldn't wait to see Chu Hao's Divine Soul slashed, leaving behind an empty shell.

"You're going to be disappointed!" Chu Hao charged forward, his killing intent blazing.

"What!" Shi Heng was shocked. Why was Chu Hao still alive? Shouldn't his Divine Soul have been destroyed? Or could it be that Chu Hao's swordsmanship was so strong that it could even block an attack of intent?

No, no, no, it couldn't be possible. Only a Heavenly Level Martial Art required the cultivation of Divine Sense, and only it could counter an intent attack. The requirement to cultivate a Heavenly Level Martial Art was to reach War Venerate, so how could a War King possibly use it?

But what was happening?

Shi Heng hastily swung his sword to defend, but as soon as he raised his hand, he let out a sudden scream of pain, unable to help clutching his head and showing an expression of agony.

—He was struck by an impact of the Chaos Intent Realm.

Chu Hao had already slashed with his sword, drawing a fearsome cold light.

"Stop!" A War Venerate from the Poplar Tribe leaped out, grabbing the Purple Crystal Sword with one hand. Protected by Star Force, the Purple Crystal Sword simply couldn't cut through his palm.

It wasn't that the Treasured Sword wasn't powerful enough, but that Chu Hao's power was too weak to break through a War Venerate's defense.

"We've lost!" said the War Venerate.

Lost!

Everyone was stunned. They had lost just like that?

That was Shi Heng, one of the strongest War Kings, defeated by a single sword strike? Who could accept it, who could believe it?

"You've actually grasped an intent realm!" Shi Heng was recovering, looking at Chu Hao, his face full of shock. He was confident in himself that he could cultivate intent, but that was something for after becoming a War Venerate.

Yet Chu Hao had already formed an intent realm now, which was terrifying.

Chu Hao sheathed his sword, not sparing him another glance.

Just a defeated foe.

Shi Heng quivered with anger, his lips trembled; he'd never been so belittled before.

"Don't be smug, I was careless this time, but next time... you absolutely won't win against me again!" Shi Heng said in his heart, gritting his teeth and quickly leaving.

Chu Hao watched his retreating figure, his eyebrows slightly furrowed. His intent realm was newly formed; its lethality wasn't great yet and could only somewhat impact a War King. After all, a martial artist's spirit strength increased with each realm advancement, and War Kings had achieved a minor success.

Regrettably, he hadn't killed Shi Heng this time, and next time he wouldn't have such a good opportunity.

However, since he could defeat Shi Heng once, he could certainly do it a second and third time—a defeated general speaks not of bravery.

Upon returning to the Copper Valley tribe's camp, naturally, everyone congratulated him. Winning this fight had increased the tribe's influence; everyone would benefit.

"Who knew, you've become so strong now!" Su Wanyue remarked. Chu Hao's cultivation was once just like any other person, utterly ordinary. But now he could defeat Shi Heng in one move—impressively strong.

Chu Hao shook his head and said, "This time it was just a surprise attack, the next fight won't be so easy!" These descendants of ancient clans all had cards up their sleeves, but unfortunately, he had used his already.

But the current Chu Hao feared no one; he had more cards up his sleeve—intent realm, Taiji Tianyuan Swordsmanship, Yellow Flame—all of these far exceeded the level of a War King.

"I believe you're on an invincible path!" Su Wanyue stated.

Chu Hao smiled, saying, "Your physique isn't weak either, among the strongest in the world. If you keep up your body technique, your combat power won't be less than mine."

Su Wanyue's heart was moved. She wasn't against dual-cultivating body technique, but it required a massive amount of resources, and the Su Family had long since declined. Where could she get so many Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures?

She already knew about Xiaocao; the Myriad Spirit Poison Body could promote the growth of vegetation, combined with Chu Hao's Dragon Tooth Rice grains, making the long-lost and ancient Dragon Tooth Rice widely available again.

This meant the path for her body cultivation was now wide open.

"Let's go, to cultivate, it would be great if we could reach Tenth Tier War King before the final battle!" Chu Hao said somewhat eagerly.

Reaching Tenth Tier might not only impact the unification of Ten Springs but also attempt another fusion of the three Great Destiny Springs of heaven, earth, and man—its power was unknown, even to Fat Cat.

A path never walked by anyone before filled Chu Hao with ambition. (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets, Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please go to m.qidian.com to read.)