Chapter 220: Duel
Inside the main hall.
When Chu Tianhe asked Qin Ming this question, the hall fell into silence.
This time, the other ancestors didn't come over to dissuade them, because they also wanted to see whether this legendary cultivator from Wei Country was as strong as the rumors said.
'Friend Long' frowned when he heard the battle invitation from the ancestor of Spirit Sword Mountain and replied in a muffled voice, "Since Elder Chu is interested in finding face for his disciple, I'm willing to indulge you for a bit."
At this moment, Nalan Xi also spoke, "Since both of you agree to resolve your conflict through a duel, with the beast catastrophe at hand, the duel should only go as far as necessary and definitely not endanger lives. Let me serve as the witness."
Nalan Xi, seeing that Long Daoist had a forthright personality, was upright and strong, grew fond of him. Although she failed to recruit him, she didn't want anything to happen to him in the Immortal City.
After some thought, she secretly transmitted to Qin Ming: Friend Long, this Chu Tianhe from Spirit Sword Mountain is not the same as those ordinary fake pill cultivators that Dugu Yang defeated.
As the ancestor of Spirit Sword Mountain, he can not only exhibit seventy percent of a Golden Core Cultivator's power but has also perfected the Sword Dao Divine Technique of Spirit Sword Mountain.
If you're not confident, consider it carefully.
Upon hearing this, Qin Ming cast a grateful glance towards Master Nalan Xi, yet his expression remained calm and composed, showing no sign of retreating.
Seeing that 'Friend Long' agreed, Chu Tianhe from Spirit Sword Mountain had a cunning gleam in his eyes and said:
"Since it's a duel, let's add a stake. If you, Friend Long, lose, your Thunder Attribute Demon Pill will belong to me."
As soon as these words were spoken, several Golden Core ancestors around silently cursed him for being shameless.
So it turns out this old codger had his eye on the Tier Two Perfection Demon Pill Long Daoist possesses!
Upon hearing this, Qin Ming sneered inwardly, then he also asked, "Since Elder Chu has eyes on my demon pill, I wonder what you will stake?"
"As long as it matches the value of this Tier Two Perfection Thunder Attribute Demon Pill, whether it's spirit stones, cultivation techniques, spiritual materials, talismans, or pills, you can make a demand."
"As the master of a sect, such things are trifles I can afford," Chu Tianhe said with a forced smile.
He never considered the possibility of losing. Chu Tianhe was extremely confident in his strength, believing he could easily defeat Long Daoist, even though he was a body cultivator.
Hearing the offer of choosing any spiritual materials, Qin Ming couldn't help but laugh inwardly and promptly nodded in agreement.
Subsequently, everyone left the main hall.
The duel was set on a vacant tract beside Vast Sea Peak.
On hearing about a Fake Pill level duel, the nearby cultivators hurried over to witness the spectacle.
A Fake Pill Ancestor already belongs among the truly top-tier cultivators in the Southern Wilderness Cultivation Realm.
To witness such a grand event firsthand would provide ample topics for conversation over tea and meals.
"What?!"
"Chu Tianhe, the ancestor from Spirit Sword Mountain in Jin Country, challenged the legendary cultivator Long Daoist from Wei Country?!"
"Isn't this a blatant case of the strong bullying the weak?"
"Haha! That Long Daoist from Wei Country is bound to lose. Our sect's Elder Chu recently comprehended the 'Jingzhe Sword Intent', unmatched below the Golden Core!"
"Quick, the duel is about to start!"
"This is surely a battle for the ages!"
"I still bet Long Daoist will win!"
...
On the side peak, a crowd gathered as a group of cultivators rushed over on hearing the news.
Of course, the cultivators who came to watch were either qualified to reside in the core area or were renting cave mansions on Vast Sea Peak, each with a background not to be underestimated.
"Since both parties are ready, let the duel begin." Nalan Xi immediately announced, then waved her hand, setting up a protective barrier centered on the two of them.
The onlooking cultivators were relieved and stood still to watch, knowing that the barrier set by a Golden Core Ancestor couldn't be broken by the two inside.
Chu Tianhe from Spirit Sword Mountain flew into the arena, his aura surging, fully releasing his Fake Pill Realm cultivation.
'Heh heh! Who would have thought this kid actually dared to accept the duel invitation, seems like he's overconfident in his strength.'
'Thinks that just because he managed to kill a Tier Two Perfection Demon Beast by luck, he can challenge the fake pill level.'
'It's a pity, old man isn't an easy target.'
'Ignorant youngster, daring to challenge the prestige of Spirit Sword Mountain, must teach him a lifelong unforgettable lesson!'
As soon as Nalan Xi finished speaking.
Chu Tianhe's gaze turned sharp, as even when facing a Foundation Establishment cultivator like Long Daoist, he had no intention of holding back.
"I've heard that Friend Long's Body Refining Technique is quite formidable. Today, we'll see whether my sword is indeed unbreakable or if your physique is superior."
The burly man transformed by Qin Ming showed no fear, chuckling heartily and said, "Hehe! I'd also like to experience Elder Chu's exquisite sword techniques."
"However, as a mere brute, I do not know how to control my strength. Should I injure the elder later, don't blame me."
Upon hearing this, Chu Tianhe's expression changed, and he responded coldly, "You certainly have some guts. Enough talk, let our skills do the talking."
In the next moment, the short and stout Chu Tianhe moved, forming a sword technique with his right hand, pointing to the sky!
Clang!
Chu Tianhe's entire aura suddenly changed.
A crimson Spirit Sword emitting terrifying fluctuations flew out, hovering directly above his head.
"It's actually a Top-Grade Spiritual Artifact!"
"Isn't that 'Neon Sword,' one of the twelve famous swords of Spirit Sword Mountain?"
"Hiss~ Elder Chu is getting serious!"
Boom!
"Condense!"
A powerful Sword Intent burst out around Chu Tianhe, soaring upwards, as if he were becoming one with the Neon Sword above his head!
A hundred-zhang long Neon Sword Aura rose, seeming to pierce through the sky, radiating a world-destroying mighty force.
Swish!
Chu Tianhe did not intend to entangle with the junior Qin Ming, fighting back and forth would make him, the master of a sect, seem incompetent.
Therefore, he used his ultimate sword technique from the outset.
It was his newly comprehended 'Jingzhe Sword Intent.'
With a slash from his sword technique, the hundred-zhang long Neon Sword Aura tore through the void at a devastating speed, slicing towards Qin Ming.
Even the cultivators watching from the side were terrified at the sight of such a horrifying Sword Qi, even more worried for 'Friend Long' opposite.
Nalan Xi was slightly surprised at this sword, remarking, "To cultivate Sword Intent to this extent, Chu Tianhe is indeed a pity. With his Earth-Grade Spirit Root, if not for his impatience forming only a Fake Pill, the Golden Core Fellow Daoists would have welcomed another transcendent Sword Cultivator."
She shook her head, looking again at the Long Daoist that Qin Ming had transformed into, concluding that he could not withstand Chu Tianhe's sword, preparing to step in and block it.
But just as she was about to make her move.
She observed the Long Daoist with no intention to avoid, deciding to watch a little longer.
Even when faced with such a sword technique, Qin Ming showed no fear. His True Gang Transformation had reached the third transformation, just lacking Demon Beast Essence Blood to form the legendary 'True Extreme Body.'
Facing the Fake Pill Realm Chu Tianhe at this moment was still quite manageable.
While everyone was still immersed in the breathtaking sword technique of Spirit Sword Mountain's Elder Chu.
Suddenly!
A towering blood-colored Four-armed Demon Ape phantom appeared on Long Daoist!
As the Blood-colored Demon Ape appeared, an aura akin to a Primordial Giant Beast descended!
Crack!
Under this immense force, even the barrier set by Nalan Xi suddenly cracked like glass!
Boom!
The Blood-colored Demon Ape simultaneously extended its four arms into palms, merging them into one to catch the descending Neon Sword Aura!
It astonishingly caught the sword barehanded!
"How could it be?!" An expression of disbelief appeared on Chu Tianhe's face.
But what shocked him even more was yet to come.
The Blood-colored Demon Ape suddenly exerted tremendous force with its four arms!
Crack!
The hundred-zhang long Neon Sword Aura was instantly shattered by the Demon Ape's mighty strength, dispersing into countless sparks into the air.
Clang! The Neon Spirit Sword lost control, seized by the Blood-colored Demon Ape, and casually captured by Qin Ming.
Chu Tianhe, caught off guard by this move and losing connection with his Spirit Sword, spat out a mouthful of blood, and while he was still in a daze.
The Blood-colored Demon Ape clenched its five fingers into a fist, spanning hundreds of zhangs, punching towards him!
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