Chapter 1361: The Real Battle Has Only Just Begun
At this moment, Ding Fan's Divine Vigor surged, far beyond what ordinary Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivators could compare to. Ding Fan's foundation was very stable, and this breakthrough was a natural progression, a dream come true for countless cultivators.
Therefore, the strength gained after such a breakthrough is the most significant way of improvement. Most cultivators are eager to quickly break through their cultivation because an increase in cultivation means having greater power. Consequently, many cultivators consume Spiritual Materials and Heaven and Earth Treasures to forcefully break through, but the effect is far from the result of Ding Fan's breakthrough.
But for most cultivators, it's the only option, as not everyone is Ding Fan. Cultivation talent like Ding Fan's is rare, and even among those with similar talent, none are as diligent as Ding Fan.
It's important to know that most of Ding Fan's rest time is devoted to cultivation, and since Ding Fan learned the Fist Technique from the stele, his cultivation has become even more rigorous. After all, the Fist Technique from the stele is exceedingly difficult to learn, and even now, Ding Fan has only mastered one move.
However, even this single move has been honed to perfection in Ding Fan's cultivation. The Fist Technique from the stele is no ordinary skill; the move Ding Fan has mastered is formidable and cannot be underestimated. Before Ding Fan's breakthrough, the technique "Golden Dragon Emergence" was already extraordinary, and now after the breakthrough, its power is boundless!
Of course, Ding Fan hasn't had the chance to put it into practice after the breakthrough, so he is very much looking forward to seeing how powerful "Golden Dragon Emergence" will be!
Ding Fan's rigorous practice of the Fist Technique from the stele is beneficial not only because he learned a powerful move but also because it aids his cultivation. Ding Fan has gradually realized the Fist Technique from the stele is indeed extraordinary; while practicing it, not only has the technique itself improved, but it also enhanced his cultivation and increased the Divine Vigor within him.
This clearly greatly benefits Ding Fan. Ding Fan understands that perhaps it's due to practicing the Fist Technique from the stele, his cultivation reached the stage for a natural breakthrough. Ding Fan owes all this to the Fist Technique from the stele.
Facing a cultivator in the Dissemination Stage, Ding Fan's heart is full of fighting spirit and anticipation for the upcoming battle. He is eager to see the might of his magnificent technique "Golden Dragon Emergence" at this moment. In no time, the Divine Vigor emanating from Ding Fan has reached the peak.
It's time for his performance; the real battle is just beginning!
Swish, swish, swish!
With wind under his feet, Ding Fan's steps were elusive, and in a fleeting moment, he had already charged to the elder's front. The elder, Elder Zhao, was extremely shocked upon seeing Ding Fan in front of him, utterly amazed by his explosive speed!
An astonished Elder Zhao was caught in disbelief, as even he, a Dissemination Stage cultivator, had expended most of his True Qi due to the recent burst of power. Obviously, his burst strength might not compare to Ding Fan's. It's crucial to understand that even while defending, True Qi is required!
Elder Zhao couldn't believe Ding Fan defended against his strongest attack without a scratch, and still had ample True Qi remaining! That's absolutely impossible!
If Ding Fan knew Elder Zhao's thoughts, he would probably be slightly embarrassed to tell him that his defensive success was due to the Pure Thunder Pill, greatly minimizing his energy consumption, essentially leaving him unharmed!
If Elder Zhao knew about Ding Fan's thoughts, he would likely be so enraged that he might start coughing blood!
This is simply incredible!
Yet, incredible things have already happened many times around Ding Fan, and even Ding Fan was somewhat satisfied with others' astonishment!
After all, a fierce life requires no explanation!
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In a blink of an eye, Ding Fan was in front of the elder, swinging his longsword. At this moment, Ding Fan was adept at controlling the Fist Technique from the stele, and he had completely mastered the technique, "Golden Dragon Emergence," the strongest move within it. He could even execute it in countless variations.
Clearly, the longsword in Ding Fan's hand was merely for distracting the opponent. What Ding Fan truly intended to unleash was "Golden Dragon Emergence," and he concealed his technique skillfully. Obviously, ordinary cultivators couldn't perceive that Ding Fan was about to execute a fist technique, not with the sword.
This was strategy; using the flying sword to distract the enemy, while the real fatal blow was hidden beneath the guise of the flying sword, catching the enemy off guard!
But Dissemination Stage cultivators truly have profound depth. The elder saw Ding Fan rushing towards him and immediately wielded his short axe, which danced up and down in his hands, occasionally clashing with Ding Fan's flying sword and safeguarding other parts of the elder's body.
Clearly, the elder's defense wasn't just against Ding Fan's flying sword but was comprehensive. This was not a favorable situation for Ding Fan, as completing his objective in one go was proving difficult.
Yet Ding Fan showed no sign of disheartenment, eagerly anticipating the performance of "Golden Dragon Emergence," knowing well that even a comprehensive defense wouldn't matter. One mustn't underestimate the Fist Technique from the stele, as Ding Fan was confident his attack could break through the elder's defense.
Ding Fan quickly seized the opportunity; despite the opponent still defending, Ding Fan unleashed a punch infused with the greatest power of "Golden Dragon Emergence." Ding Fan believed regardless of the elder's defense, this punch would certainly make the elder suffer!
"Golden Dragon Emergence!"
Rumble!
Roar...
Ding Fan couldn't help but let out a loud shout, followed by an ongoing series of deafening explosions echoing continuously. In an instant, there seemed to be a sound of a dragon's roar faintly surrounding Ding Fan's fist, making an extremely terrifying momentum. In that moment, Ding Fan's fist was like a gigantic dragon soaring into the sky, with no obstacle capable of stopping the dragon's relentless force!
The elder was shocked to see the opponent's fist so fierce, clearly not expecting such a powerful punch from the opponent. Even the elder's body visibly trembled with fear; it was simply unbelievable!
The elder was extremely shocked, knowing himself to be a cultivator at the Separation Stage! Yet, the opponent was merely a cultivator at the Nascent Soul Early Stage, and this punch was so fierce. It was beyond his expectations!
In that moment, Elder Zhao felt as if he could not defend against that punch. He dared not underestimate its power, as it was evidently immense. If his defense was really breached by the opponent, what awaited him was surely not a good thing. After all, the elder had already reassessed Ding Fan.
This was the caution of a cultivator at the Separation Stage. A cultivator without such caution might find it hard to reach the Separation Stage cultivation. But despite Elder Zhao's serious acknowledgment of Ding Fan, this time the opponent's punch truly caught him off guard.
In that instant, the elder was continuously forced to retreat by Ding Fan's punch; its power was evident!
Sun Hua, hiding in a room not far away, saw this scene and was extremely shocked. He never expected Ding Fan to still have such formidable strength at this moment, forcing Elder Zhao to retreat step by step with that punch; it was simply unbelievable!
Sun Hua was profoundly shocked, clearly terrified by Ding Fan's display. Knowing Elder Zhao was a cultivator at the Separation Stage, and Ding Lin was only at the Emergence Stage, yet forced Elder Zhao into this situation. How formidable was this Ding Lin!
This was downright terrifying!
"Holy shit! Am I seeing things? Is this really Elder Zhao?"
The scar-faced man beside Sun Hua was left with his mouth agape in shock upon witnessing Ding Fan's feat; Ding Fan was simply too incredible!
Recognizing Elder Zhao as a Separation Stage cultivator, they were dumbfounded by Ding Fan's ability to push him into such a predicament!
This was a bit exaggerated!
"Get the hell out!"
Sun Hua was furious upon hearing the scar-faced man's shocked words. Knowing now how formidable this guy was, why did he have to provoke him? Sun Hua recalled his father's advice not to act rashly, which seemed absolutely right!
Sun Hua believed that had he not listened to his father and brought Elder Zhao to step in, any other cultivator beside him would definitely not be a match for Ding Lin! Ding Lin was simply too formidable! Facing Elder Zhao at the Separation Stage, he could still fight to this extent, proving an ordinary cultivator would not stand a chance against him!
Sun Hua could only place all his hopes on Elder Zhao, knowing only if Elder Zhao could decisively eliminate the opponent, could he sleep peacefully afterward. Offending such a powerful cultivator, especially a young one, was like having a ticking time bomb beside him!
Sun Hua knew he had gravely offended the opponent now. As long as the opponent was alive, his own life would be in constant danger. At this moment, the alchemy cauldron seemed insignificant to Sun Hua. His life was the most important thing!
If Sun Hua had known the opponent was so powerful, he would have seriously reconsidered provoking this guy. Clearly, he was incited by the scar-faced man, leading to his current dangerous situation. In that moment, Sun Hua glared viciously at the scar-faced man, clearly enraged!
Upon seeing Sun Hua's gaze, the scar-faced man felt a chill rise in his heart, quickly speaking obsequiously to Sun Hua:
"Young Master, rest assured, Ding Lin will certainly not be a match for Elder Zhao. Cutting him down is merely a matter of time for Elder Zhao. Besides, Young Master, seeing the opponent's strength this formidable, it's clear that if we don't eliminate him soon, it will greatly impact the master's plans! At that point, it will be our master who suffers!"
For a moment, it seemed the scar-faced man saw through Sun Hua's thoughts, and despite being fearful, decided to continue down this dark path! Knowing if he didn't say this, he might not die at Ding Lin's hand, but prematurely in Sun Hua's!
His heart was full of regret, wondering why he previously mess with Ding Lin…
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