The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS

Unable to see through, it wasn't that this Daoist was concealing his prowess like an invisible tycoon, but rather that Master Jing Xiu had always been providing cover.

Although his eyes were constantly closed in meditation, Master Jing Xiu's Divine Thought lingered around the other three individuals, blocking any prying eyes.

"There really is a problem, huh." Qing Yu thought, somewhat surprised.

If there were no issue, why hide anything? Don't say it's from fear of revealing flaws that could affect future battles. The ownership of the Taoist positions still relied on battles within the Divinity Realm.

The previous two fights could only be considered minor acts before the actual decisive battle.

If one were to intentionally cover things up for this reason, it would only make them look petty and insignificant.

Being so sneaky, there was either something ghostly or sickly going on.

At that moment, the battle at the center of the square had also reached its climax.

Lin Jianfeng's sword burst forth with a dazzling blue light, as the unparalleled sword light slashed down.

Yun Lai was no less formidable, his Pure Yang True Qi enveloped him like mist, silencing the numerous sword lights that entered it without a trace. Simultaneously, the Pure Yang Sword split from one into two, then two into four, continuously multiplying, with golden-red Qi Swords forming a torrent of Sword Qi that collided with the sword light.

"Boom——"

The explosive wave caused the protective light shield to continually tremble, its power already enough to injure Qing Yu.

"Things are finally getting interesting." Qing Yu slightly focused his attention to observe the fierce duel between the two.

Like the moves they had used before, Qing Yu, standing still, could easily handle them with the move "Return to Nothing," but now their techniques were finally becoming intriguing.

The sword light and Magic Sword continuously collided, while Lin Jianfeng and Yun Lai also fiercely engaged in a life-and-death struggle.

The outcome of their duel had no real impact on the ownership of the Taoist positions, but both fought with a battle-to-the-death mentality.

Luo Fu Palace needed a total victory in three battles to demonstrate their confidence as one of the Four Great Taoist Sects. Chunyang Palace didn't want to just be said to win because of the old skeleton, True Master Tianyang.

Thus, their attacks became increasingly perilous; every move and style aimed to put their opponent in mortal danger.

Once again, the two struck each other without defense.

This time, Lin Jianfeng broke through Yun Lai's protective Pure Yang True Qi, and Yun Lai had already cracked Lin Jianfeng's Sword Body, causing his chest to split open.

They were both in a perilously dangerous situation.

Yun Lai's protective True Qi was broken, and Sword Qi left several deep, bone-visible wounds on his body.

Once Lin Jianfeng's Sword Body cracked and deteriorated, it was difficult to control.

As previously mentioned, the Sword Body absorbs metallic essences into the body, aligning both physique and Mental State towards the sword. Once it cracks, destruction is not far off.

A Sword Body must either remain undamaged or, once damaged, its defensive power will gradually decrease. Furthermore, injuries to the Sword Body are extremely difficult to heal, requiring extensive time to recover.

Without a doubt, the two were genuinely close to determining life and death.

In the face of such a situation, both Palace Lord Hua and True Master Tianyang watched indifferently, without showing any reaction.

For their respective Sects, the two combatants on the field harbored a readiness to die, and as Sect Leaders, they also had the resolve to support them.

Yet another rapid exchange occurred, with both individuals shifting positions continuously but always within a small circle, clashing every moment, swiftly delivering dozens of moves, inflicting severe injuries on each other.

Lin Jianfeng suddenly burst out of the small circle, his figure flickering rapidly, the Sword Light shining brilliantly, his sword-wielding hand transforming into nine shadows, each shadow delivering a different sword strike.

"Upper Pure Nine Absolute Sword."

The Sword Light divided, each distinct type of Sword Qi carrying an unmatched force, thunderously descending.

Yun Lai summoned all his Pure Yang True Qi, sending countless Pure Yang Swords flying like torrents, yet they still couldn't block the nine streaks of Sword Light, which instantly shattered them.

Sword shadows flitted, swiftly sweeping across Yun Lai's body.

"Crack—"

Lin Jianfeng slowly landed, his body continually emitting crisp sounds of breaking. On his sword-holding right hand, multiple cracks appeared, spreading into his sleeve.

Just now, seizing the opportunity, he executed the nine deadly strokes of Luo Fu Palace, defeating Yun Lai while exacerbating his already substantial injuries.

However, fortunately, he won.

Blood suddenly burst forth from Yun Lai's body, his body collapsing into ten segments as though it were made of stacked blocks.

"Luo Fu Palace really is a tough old bug that refuses to die, still capable of producing such talents. However, today the Sword Body has shattered to this extent; this talent is likely to become a waste," True Master Tianyang pressed down his anger and said sternly.

Lin Jianfeng's Sword Body was overly shattered; even the time needed for recovery was incredibly long. Additionally, there was a possibility of enduring injuries that were difficult to heal.

If he wasn't careful, Lin Jianfeng's power could regress rather than progress.

"The matters of Luo Fu Daoist School are not for Daoist Tianyang to worry about. As a Daoist school, our depth is beyond what you can imagine," Hua Yufei directly retorted.

"Hmph, depth? Nothing but upstarts," retorted True Master Tianyang, "If you truly had depth, you wouldn't have been severely injured by the Shadow King twenty years ago."

The two men looked at each other, Pure Yang True Qi and Slaughter Sword Qi ready but unlaunched, yet a solemn air slowly spread.

"Enough."

Zhang Yuanchu shouted, "If there are conflicts, they can be resolved later. Do not engage in such disgraceful actions."

While shouting, Zhang Yuanchu sealed off the vicinity, preventing the quarrel and standoff from spreading. Yet, any discerning person could still see that Hua Yufei and True Master Tianyang had essentially ripped off their masks of cordiality.

"Let's give Daoist Zhang some face then," Hua Yufei spoke first, retracting his aura.

Luo Fu Palace was the victor and had absolutely no need to wail like the defeated.

True Master Tianyang coldly snorted in displeasure and also retracted his aura, telling his disciple behind him, "Collect Yun Lai's remains."

"Yes." The disciple behind him, filled with sorrow, rushed out to gather Yun Lai's remains.

"Hua Yufei, don't get too proud. Your Luo Fu Palace has more than just us to contend with," True Master Tianyang said coldly as he glanced at Hua Yufei.

His gaze hinted towards Mingxuan Temple and Shenxiao Dao, making Hua Yufei's expression darken.

The difficulties Luo Fu Palace faced were just beginning.

"Then let them come."

With a clear sword cry carrying an intense will to battle, Hua Yufei's eyes flickered with a gray light as he unleashed a Sword Qi towards a nearby corner, "If you covet Luo Fu Palace's position, why still hide in the shadows now?"

The Sword Qi struck the side of a small corner of the high platform, suddenly colliding with something there, creating a thunderous boom.

"Boom—"

Thunder roared, Thunderbolt Lightning dazzled, overpoweringly shattering the Sword Qi.

Amidst the dazzling thunder and lightning, two figures appeared.

"Palace Lord Hua has indeed surprised this poor Daoist, managing to detect my presence."

A gentle voice sounded, and an elegant figure emerged from the fierce thunder and lightning, giving a respectful bow: "This poor Daoist, Shenxiao Taoist Lin Zixiao, greets all fellow Daoists."

Behind him, the domineering and famous Zhengtian Taoist stood with lowered hands, showing complete compliance.