novelraw Chapter 860 Despair
Chapter 860 Despair
"Fine," Lin Feng braced himself in the face of this challenge. "Don’t think that just because your Li Family has some treasures hidden away, our Nangong Family does not." Nangong He, seeing the situation at hand, had no choice but to reluctantly fight back. It was a move made out of necessity, for if he showed weakness at that moment, the consequences for the Nangong Clan would be absolutely dire. With that thought, he steeled himself and spoke to Li Deming. However, in his heart, he had already detached himself from life and death, planning that his next strike would inflict heavy damage on Li Deming. As long as Lin Feng could arrive in time to kill Li Deming, Nangong He would die without regrets.
The Nangong Family indeed possessed their own hidden treasures—a Secret Technique passed down from ancient times. Nangong Jingyun had already used this Secret Technique, though he had only applied it in a basic manner. If used in advance, the technique could enhance one’s strength without any side effects.
Yet, there was another usage of this Secret Technique, unknown to others, which Nangong He had not even shared with his family. It involved burning life’s potential to convert it into power. This method could substantially amplify one’s strength, multiplying it several times over, far surpassing any suicidal pills the Li Family might have. If activated, the price paid would be immense—five years of one’s lifespan, which for Nangong He, already in the twilight years of his life, was incredibly precious. But in that moment, Nangong He could no longer afford to worry about the consequences.
With that thought, Nangong He did not hesitate to forcefully activate the Cultivation Technique in secret. The time had come to fight with desperation. If he had any more reservations, he would forfeit even the slightest chance to fight back. In that moment, Nangong He’s True Qi turned into a faint blood-red color, and his aura suddenly surged several times in intensity. The fierce blood-red aura swept back those behind him, knocking them to the ground...
At that moment, Nangong He resembled a god of death emerging from Hell, his eyes even turning red, signifying his readiness to risk everything. This strike would be Nangong He’s strongest condition; if even this couldn’t block Li Deming, Nangong He would truly be out of options.
Old Ancestor!
Our Old Ancestor...
What has happened to the Old Ancestor...
...
Members of the Nangong Family stared in shock at this transformation; they couldn’t comprehend why their Old Ancestor would undergo such a drastic change. They were members of the Nangong Family, yet they had never heard of this technique—what on earth was going on?
They didn’t know what had happened, but they knew one thing for sure—the Old Ancestor had suddenly become much stronger, his strength having increased manifold. This was utterly inconceivable. What Secret Technique was the Old Ancestor using that they were completely unaware of...
"Good, now it’s getting interesting. Let me show you the might of the Sky Severing Palm!" Li Deming, too, was taken aback by Nangong He’s sudden transformation. He could feel Nangong He’s strength increase multiple times in an incredibly short span, something that was truly inconceivable. Under such circumstances, Li Deming knew that even with the Sky Severing Palm, he might not be able to defeat Nangong He. With this in mind, he no longer hesitated and unleashed the same move he had used to fight the Old Monster, channeling True Qi in two forms to execute a full-powered strike with absolute force, intent on crushing Li Deming to death with a single palm!
Li Deming set aside his contempt for Nangong He, knowing that in the current situation, if he didn’t give his all, the outcome was uncertain. Since that was the case, there was no point in holding back any longer. No matter how formidable Nangong He became, he wouldn’t be able to withstand the Sky Severing Palm activated by two forms of True Qi.
With this thought, Li Deming’s aura also radiated outward, pushing the Li Family members several meters back. Around him, however, a chilling Cold Qi began to emerge, sending shivers down the spines of those who felt it. Such coldness was truly indescribable...
This... what...
The Old Ancestor!
What on earth is happening?
Why has it become so cold...
....
Similarly, the Li Family members were perplexed by the scene before them, not understanding why their Old Ancestor had suddenly become like this. They were bewildered by the coldness radiating from him—this was simply too surreal. They had never heard of any Cultivation Technique within their ranks that could produce such an effect. The Old Ancestor... how had he managed to do this...
Li Deming and Nangong He paid no mind to the astonishment of those around them. When their True Qi had soared to its peak, the two suddenly sprang into action. Like two cannonballs, they charged at each other. In the air, only a streak of white and red could be seen, moving too fast for anyone but S-level masters to catch a glimpse of their figures.
Li Deming unleashed the Sky Severing Palm, fueled by two types of True Qi, its might immensely formidable. This was the very move he had used to defeat the Old Monster. In an instant, a fantastical glow burst forth from his body, intertwined with a faint frosty white aura. The space around him seemed twisted, a truly horrifying spectacle.
Nangong He employed the killing technique of the Shocking Dragon Divine Fist, the Dragon Kill Technique. Combining it with a Secret Technique to forcibly enhance his Cultivation Power, Nangong He was in his absolute strongest state. His body glowed bright red with the most devastating of auras, the blood-red luminescence signifying destruction.
The two chose to clash midair, knowing full well the terrible force they’d unleash on the ground—they couldn’t bear the thought of their own people getting caught in the crossfire...
Members of both Prominent Families stood transfixed, none of them able to fathom who the victor would be under such exaggerated displays of strength. They all fervently prayed their respective ancestors would triumph with this strike.
Indeed, the impact was as earth-shattering as they had anticipated. Even forewarned of its immense power, none had imagined it would exceed their wildest expectations. As the white and red figures collided, an explosive noise resonated like thunder.
"Boom!"
The sound was world-shaking, as if the earth itself trembled. Trees throughout the valley quivered ceaselessly, and pebbles on the ground seemed to bounce with the tremors. Had one not been present, they might have mistaken it for an earthquake...
"Whoosh..."
Following that, a gust of wind, infinitely more powerful than before, blew towards the crowd. Without a doubt, everyone was affected by this blast. Despite being prepared, they were still drawn into the aftermath of the colossal strike. The Nangong Family members were flung into the courtyard, where the ancient walls partially crumbled under the torrent, while the Li Family members were quite literally blown back dozens, even nearly a hundred meters. The AA-level masters in attendance were injured merely by the residual wind, which spoke volumes of the attack’s sheer force. It was unimaginable!
Only at this moment did everyone realize the terrifying reality of a true S-level master’s combat. The so-called S-level masters couldn’t even compare to their ancestors; it was like heaven and earth. The power was so frightening that, without witnessing it firsthand, one could scarcely believe individuals of such caliber existed in this world. Indeed, how could humans possess such incredible strength?
When the crowd managed to rise, they were aghast at the sight of a crater nearly a hundred meters in diameter on the ground. Neither members of the Nangong nor the Li Family could have dreamed of such an impact’s magnitude. To think it occurred midair... The size of the crater would be unfathomable had they fought on the ground, especially considering it formed over a stone-paved road. The horror of it all left them wondering if such feats were even possible by human standards.
Both Li Deming and Nangong He had been blown back a terrifying distance, each retreating hundreds of meters. But most critical was the sight of the Nangong Clan’s elder, collapsed and spitting blood, while Li Deming stood unscathed. The outcome was clear for all to see!
"Ancestor!"
"Ancestor!"
"Ancestor!"
...
Nangong Mingyue, leading the Nangong Family, rushed to Nangong He’s side as soon as they saw his grievous state. They surrounded him, expressing their concern. They could hardly believe that even after the elder had demonstrated such formidable power, he still was no match for Li Deming. Now seriously wounded, what were they to do? It seemed that no one could stop Li Deming now. Even if the Nangong’s several S-level masters joined forces, there was no hope left...
Tears welled up in the eyes of the Nangong members. Their respected ancestor had fought for the honor of their family to such an extent, only to be unable to withstand Li Deming. It appeared that the Nangong Family was truly facing ruin. With no one to stop Li Deming, and the Li Family bolstered by numerous masters, what could they do...
At that moment, the Nangong Family felt the end was nigh. They were at an utter disadvantage, and should Li Deming strike again, death was undoubtedly imminent for them all. Considering this, a profound sense of tragic resolve spread among them. They had made up their minds—if Li Deming attacked once more, they would surge forward en masse, resolved to demonstrate the same spirit and backbone as their ancestor to the very end.
The saying goes, desperate troops will prevail. That’s precisely the state the Nangong members found themselves in, their will to fight reaching its zenith, having abandoned all hope for life...
(Whew, I’ve been so dizzy with everything going on these past few days, with renovations at home starting bright and early. I thought I had set up the updates already, but I guess not. Sorry, my perfect attendance streak is gone too!)