King of Assassins

The way Gao Xuan walked through was like a king at a banquet, making everyone he passed instinctively bow their heads slightly in respect.

Helen was very excited. She didn't know why the people present respected Gao Xuan so much, but that wasn't important. What mattered was that Gao Xuan earned respect and recognition.

Helen didn't mind eloping with Gao Xuan, but she still hoped that Gao Xuan could gain the recognition of others.

Pan was more surprised than Helen. Gao Xuan was indeed extraordinarily handsome, but when did he become so charismatic? He exuded a powerful charm that could subdue hearts.

This was the aura of a king, even stronger than that of her husband Hercules.

Talos quickly came to his senses. He was the first to bow his head to Gao Xuan, which was extremely embarrassing.

In the eyes of the crowd, such behavior was a complete display of submission from a weaker person to a stronger one.

But the stance had already been made, and it's too late to act confidently now.

Talos was extremely frustrated. In the Ten Thousand Spirits Star Realm, he was praised by everyone as a person of outstanding talent. How come he hadn't even made a move in the Sea Emperor Star Realm, and he was already oppressed by a teenager?

Talos certainly did not believe in any aura of a king. He had seen too many strong people since he was young.

Including his father and his uncle Hercules, the aura on these strong people was very powerful. It naturally made people want to submit.

The extraordinary demeanor of the strong is actually an external projection of internal power.

Was this handsome and unmatched youngster before him truly stronger than him? Could this be how he was unconsciously overwhelmed?

Talos's azure eyes were full of doubts. He suspected that Gao Xuan might have used some sort of marvel.

There are countless marvels in the cosmos, and marvels that enhance a person's charm are not too rare. Often, beauties pay high prices to buy such marvels.

With Gao Xuan's looks, combined with a special marvel, this all made sense.

Talos knew that the only way to regain his dignity was to defeat Gao Xuan in public.

No matter how strong Gao Xuan's aura was, as long as he failed, his looks and aura would all become cheap.

In this world, people still respect the strong.

To win back Helen's heart and gain recognition from Hercules, defeating Gao Xuan was the most direct and effective way.

Talos was very decisive. He said to Gao Xuan, "I've heard of the name Taihua Sword Immortal even in the Ten Thousand Spirits Star Realm. Today, having the pleasure to meet you, I wish to consult you face-to-face about swordsmanship."

Talos's voice was not loud, but it was clearly heard by everyone present.

The crowd became excited. A sword duel was about to take place!

No matter when or where, a sword duel is always the most direct and thrilling activity. It can always stir up everyone's emotions.

Gao Xuan smiled at Helen, "What can I do? He insists on seeking a beating, what can I do?"

Helen also sighed, "Forget it, if he wants to suffer, let him. But..."

She gently tugged at Gao Xuan's hand and said softly, "After all, he's my cousin, don't kill him..."

"Don't worry, don't worry."

Gao Xuan said, "I'll consider it for your sake."

Helen lightly bit Gao Xuan's earlobe, "Love you."

Talos watched the pair perform acts, his face expressionless, his heart unmoved.

He thought the two were childish, still using such tactics to provoke him.

Pan, however, had a livid expression. Helen's public intimacy with Gao Xuan was almost promiscuous.

She had no strength to restrain them, nor could she quarrel with Helen in public.

Pan said to Talos, "Nephew, Gao Xuan killed Shao Daoyuan and hasn't suffered any defeat along the way. You must be cautious."

Talos nodded, "I'm carrying the Thunder God Sword. No matter what abilities Gao Xuan has, he will die. This is Sea Emperor Star!"

The source power level of Sea Emperor Star is Level 18. Here, one can unleash golden energy level power.

The Thunder God Sword is also a powerful golden energy level sword artifact. As long as one gains the sword's recognition, they can unleash its might. This is also the most powerful aspect of the Thunder God Sword.

All along, the Thunder God Sword has been one of the Odin Clan's most important marvels.

Talos only obtained the Thunder God Sword this year. Although he was only a Level 15 Silver Sword Hero, wielding the Thunder God Sword, he was not much inferior to Level 16 Golden Powerhouses.

Pan knew Talos's situation, so she hoped Talos would come over and help her contend for family assets.

Pan hesitated a bit. Using the Thunder God Sword to kill Gao Xuan in public might anger Hercules.

But on second thought, as long as Gao Xuan was killed, Hercules would have no other choice. It would also completely crush Helen's delusions.

Even if Hercules got angrier, there was nothing he could do to her.

Pan urged Talos with eyes full of killing intent, "Go, kill him quickly. Don't hold back."

Talos nodded, holding the hilt of the Thunder God Sword at his waist, his expression solemn and calm.

Opposite him, Gao Xuan, holding the Hongyi Sword, was ready to make a move.

Gao Xuan also sensed the menace of the Thunder God Sword. The source power fluctuations of this sword artifact were profound and powerful, almost reaching the golden energy level.

In a past life, he had confronted Talos and naturally knew about his Thunder God Sword. Talos's current state, able to exert three to four-tenths of the Thunder God Sword's power, was somewhat terrifying.

Gao Xuan had a way to counter the Thunder God Sword, but if he acted now and Talos lost control, at least ninety percent of those present would perish.

Talos seemed completely unconcerned, leaving Gao Xuan somewhat speechless. This kid was never a good seed even when he was young.

Gao Xuan and Talos confronted each other, with their sword intents mingling and formless sword qi surging, forcing the surrounding people to retreat continuously.

Su Min, Xiong Yujie, Wei Chengcheng, and others, although unwilling to step back, were pressured by the sword qi to retreat continuously.

Even someone as arrogant as Beo had to retreat. The sword qi between them was too intense, and he couldn't withstand it.

Su Lingyi could withstand it, but she didn't want to stay too close to the battlefield.

This way of fighting stance looked like a life-and-death struggle. Although she admired Gao Xuan, she wouldn't make a move for him. Of course, she wouldn't care about Talos's life or death either.

Therefore, the farther away, the better.

Su Lingyi said to Su Min and the others, "It's too dangerous, keep retreating."

Su Min was a little reluctant, "If we retreat too far, we can't see clearly."

"You can only watch this spectacle from a distance."

Su Lingyi said indifferently, "A single stray sword qi is enough to take your lives."

"Isn't there still you here?" Su Min grinned cheekily. With Su Lingyi around, she wasn't afraid.

Su Lingyi was about to scold her niece when she suddenly sensed something; Hercules is here!

She paused in her steps, contemplating for a moment. Although Hercules is arrogant and proud, he is wise. He wouldn't let Gao Xuan and Talos battle to the death in his home.

As for Pan, she looks smart but is actually a bit foolish.

A flash of lightning, and Hercules emerges from it. He stepped between Gao Xuan and Talos, handing a longsword to each of them: "This is a battle of honor, not a fight to the death."

Gao Xuan took the sword from Hercules, smiling as he said, "As you wish."

Talos also accepted the sword, bowing his head in apology to Hercules: "Uncle, I was too reckless."

Hercules gave Talos a deep look and said, "Do not bring shame to the Odin Family."

Talos bowed deeply once more, indicating his heed to the advice.

Hercules went over to Pan and said with dissatisfaction, "You've gone too far."

Pan was displeased: "Didn't you see how disrespectful Gao Xuan was to me, how arrogant he was."

"That's no reason for you to act recklessly."

Hercules emphasized, "Whoever pacifies Sea Dragon Star, I will marry Helen to them. Use whatever skills and abilities you have over there."

Pan remained silent. She wouldn't completely listen to Hercules. She had already decided that if she couldn't deal with Gao Xuan this time, she would follow Talos to Sea Dragon Star.

Regardless of whether they could quell the chaos, as long as they dealt with Gao Xuan, they had won.

At this moment, Talos had no time to communicate with Pan. He had already drawn his sword and was charging at Gao Xuan.

Without the aid of the Thunder God Sword, Talos was more cautious. He wielded the Evil Dragon Sword.

This swordsmanship was also a supreme skill passed down through the Odin bloodline.

The Evil Dragon Sword was fierce and powerful, capable of wielding both fire and thunder. It was an extremely potent swordsmanship.

Talos chose the evolutionary path of the dragon-man. This genetic evolution path was very mature within the Odin Family.

Talos was now akin to a humanoid dragon, exceptionally powerful in both strength and constitution, as well as spirit.

Under his sword intent, the longsword was enveloped in fiery red flames, rendering it almost translucent.

As one sword descended, the temperature inside the great hall soared abruptly.

People watching from dozens of meters away felt a rush of heat to their faces, as if they were thrown into a furnace.

Hercules pointed a finger, and a deep blue water screen fell, separating the battlefield from the external environment.

Without the assault of fierce and intense sword qi, everyone breathed a sigh of relief and could continue watching the battle with ease.

Talos and Gao Xuan were already engaged in combat.

The flame sword of Talos was as fierce and sharp as a volcanic eruption. Gao Xuan's longsword, however, was tranquil like water, clean and pure, yet endlessly continuous.

Regardless of how the Flame Sword Light erupted, it could not break through the continuous Sword Light.

The combatants were too strong, far exceeding the level of the spectators. Most couldn't see the details of the fight, only the entangled sword light of fire and Autumn Water Sword Light.

With the water screen set up by Hercules, the surrounding onlookers couldn't see anything clearly.

Even Beo, a Sword Hero of similar rank, only half-understood what was happening.

Beo, who had a bit of discontent from his earlier defeat, felt all that dissatisfaction vanish upon seeing the fight between Gao Xuan and Talos.

Their swordsmanship alone surpassed his by a large margin. Let alone their elevated sword intent and powerful sword qi, which were far beyond his own.

Beo felt a bit dejected. With opponents this strong, how could he even compete?

Xiong Yujie's persistent ignorance showed as she nudged Beo. "Why are you hanging your head, who's gaining the upper hand? Tell your sister quickly."

She was indeed a few months older than Beo, but the size difference between them was enormous, making her self-claimed role as an elder sister particularly amusing.

Su Min and Wei Chengcheng were giggling off to the side. Both of them were just about at Level 10, far behind Beo, and couldn't comprehend the current battle.

Su Min also urged, "Old Bei, explain it to us."

Beo looked despondent: "I can't really see it clearly either."

Su Min expressed surprise, "No way, you're both Silver Sword Heroes, why is there such a big gap..."

These words made Beo hang his head even lower.

Su Min then turned her gaze to Minos. Although he spoke little, his insight and understanding were exceptional.

Minos also shook his head in embarrassment, "I can't understand it either."

He could discern the strength and weakness but found it too challenging to articulate it.

Su Min could only look towards her aunt, Su Lingyi, pleading, "Aunt, could you explain it to us?"

Su Lingyi sighed, "I always tell you to practice your sword skills, but none of you listen. See the gap now? You can't even understand what's happening."

She shook her head and said, "Gao Xuan's sword intent is endless and nimble, profound and exquisite. Although Talos's swordsmanship is good, it lacks a layer."

Before Su Lingyi had finished speaking, the sparkling sword light oscillated, and the flames across the sky extinguished in the rippling Autumn Water.

With a metallic clang, Talos's sword broke, and Gao Xuan's sword pointed directly at his forehead.

The water screen surrounding the area dispersed silently, and everyone saw this scene.

No explanations were needed; everyone knew Talos had lost!

The golden bloodline heir, Talos, had a far greater reputation than Gao Xuan. No one expected Talos to lose, let alone so quickly. The whole fight took less than a minute.

Talos's face looked extremely grim. The immense shame of defeat in public was something he could barely endure, let alone maintain a blank expression.

He gave Gao Xuan a deep look, threw down his broken sword, and turned to leave.

Pan also gave Hercules a furious glare and turned to exit.

There were murmurs among the crowd; it seemed that even the Golden Clan couldn't lose gracefully. Truly, they couldn't handle defeat!

It was an utter defeat!

The victorious Gao Xuan appeared radiant and dazzling in the eyes of everyone present, impossible to look at directly.

Su Min looked at Gao Xuan as he gracefully sheathed his sword and whispered through gritted teeth, "What's so smug about that? I'll definitely sleep with you!"