novelraw Chapter 204 - 202: Advance
Chapter 204 - 202: Advance
Yang Ying was also stunned. ’This guy is ridiculous. Does he really think he can use the Green Fall Yellow Springs Sword just by watching its outward Sword Momentum?’
Not only were the Sword Techniques crucial, but the combination of Life Marks was even more complex. That kind of skill had to be forged through countless hours of practice.
BOOM...
Elemental Power erupted, and phoenix wings unfurled.
The moment he assumed the opening stance, Yang Ying knew. He could actually use Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens... ’No, wait. Something’s not quite right.’
’It’s the same Elemental Power, but Wang Meng’s is... Why?!’
Yang Ying’s expression changed drastically, causing her Sword Momentum to falter.
Meanwhile, experts of Mingren and Liangyuan’s caliber had a terrifying light burst forth from their eyes.
With two long cries, a White Phoenix formed from Elemental Power manifested.
But it was clear that Wang Meng’s White Phoenix had a liquid-like shimmer to it, as if it were a living creature.
Of those present, only Yang Ying and Jing Yanyun understood. This was the sign of true Great Success in the Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens and Green Fall Yellow Springs Sword Technique!
’From the moment Wang Meng learned this Sword Technique to the moment he mastered it... it only took...’
Jing Yanyun sighed. ’It seems the rumors are true. This Elder Wang... is truly hiding his strength.’
VWOOM...
The Flying Phoenix Sword erupted in a blinding light. The image of a living Flying Phoenix emerged on the blade as a tyrannical aura exploded outwards, instantly blanketing the entire Flying Phoenix Hall.
Jing Yanyun shook her head slightly. ’This girl... she’s too stubborn.’
The Flying Phoenix Sword was unsealed. As an Immortal Sword, it was even stronger than the Hundred Spirits Sword, but it was normally kept sealed. The sword had been forged using the spine of a White Phoenix as its Sword Heart, making it the perfect match for this Sword Technique.
Under the pressure from Wang Meng, Yang Ying finally couldn’t hold back any longer. She refused to lose!
Instantly, Yang Ying’s White Phoenix swelled, growing a full size larger. An endless stream of power poured into it, its momentum completely overwhelming Wang Meng’s.
The Thunderlight Hall disciples were too stunned to even curse. There was nothing to be done about being poor. Immortal Swords weren’t something you could just go out and find; you could only hope to stumble upon such treasures.
But losing like this would be infuriating. It was so damn unfair!
Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens—Kill!
Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens—Kill!
The two of them struck at almost the same instant. Broken Heaven Edge wasn’t an Immortal Sword, but having been forged from Thunderbolt, it could withstand the tyrannical and complex combination of Elemental Power without shattering.
The two forces slammed into each other without reservation, each trying to suppress the other. Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens was the most agile Sword Technique for driving and controlling an opponent; whoever seized control would have already won half the battle. Backed by the powerful output from the Flying Phoenix Sword at the critical moment, Yang Ying’s White Phoenix held the absolute advantage.
But then, the most surprising thing happened. Wang Meng chopped downward with Broken Heaven Edge, and his White Phoenix suddenly plunged, with Yang Ying’s White Phoenix in hot pursuit.
CRACK...
A Sword Array flashed into existence on the ground!
Yang Ying was slightly startled, inwardly impressed. ’He’s truly powerful, to think of a counter even in such a disadvantageous position.’
’He’s trying to retreat in order to advance, entering the Yellow Springs aspect of the technique first. A pity. Even if he gets there first, the power of our Sword Techniques are on completely different levels!’
’With the same Sword Technique, the stronger one holds a complete advantage!’
The Flying Phoenix Sword pulsed, and a larger Sword Array appeared, completely enveloping Wang Meng’s.
BOOM...
BOOM...
VWOOM...
Although Yang Ying’s White Phoenix had acted second, her larger Green Fall Yellow Springs array completely locked down his smaller one.
Their minds were linked to the techniques. The contest was now one of Sword Technique alone, and the outcome would be a direct blow to the loser’s spirit!
It was a different, more dangerous kind of battle.
SHING...
Yang Ying’s Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens and Green Fall Yellow Springs achieved perfect synergy—another flawless display.
Many people sighed in regret. A miracle had been so close, and the only thing that made the difference was the sword. It was a real shame.
Only two people still wore grave expressions: Jing Yanyun and Yang Ying.
Yang Ying knew with absolute clarity that her Green Fall Yellow Springs hadn’t controlled her opponent at all. In fact...
Wang Meng’s White Phoenix hadn’t been trapped within her Green Fall Yellow Springs. Instead, it was absorbing its power.
Suddenly, it spread its wings, and a dazzling white light erupted...
A vast, mighty roar seemed to thunder in everyone’s ears. A sharp ringing sound, and then, nothing.
When everything subsided, it seemed to be over.
Yang Ying stared blankly at the sword in her hand. ’Have I been practicing in vain all these years? Was everything I learned wrong?’
’I lost so miserably...’
The true Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens and Green Fall Yellow Springs Sword Technique was actually a combination of two of the Five Elements. Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens was the Water of the Five Elements, while Green Fall Yellow Springs was the Earth of the Five Elements. Water and Earth share a generative relationship. The Sword Technique was infinitely versatile, and the power that could be unleashed by combining Water and Earth was its true essence.
Yang Ying had only learned the superficial form of the Sword Technique; this was its true essence.
Wang Meng, too, was sighing with emotion. ’The Small Thousand World has really changed a lot over the past few hundred years. It’s just that the level of Elemental Qi is too poor, and combined with the cruel laws of nature, no one can ascend. If the Small Thousand World and the Grand Thousand World were to switch places, it would be hard to say which was stronger.’
Yang Ying was actually quite good. She had already mastered the form of the Sword Technique; the next step was to grasp its true essence.
Everyone stared blankly at Jing Yanyun, as the vast majority of disciples had no idea what had just happened.
Jing Yanyun sighed. "Thunderlight Hall’s Wang Meng... is the victor."
This blow was devastating for the immensely proud Yang Ying, but there was nothing to be done. When the application of Five Elements Power was involved, even the Elders were helpless.
Mingren knew this best; Yang Ying wasn’t the first person to be crushed like this.
Yang Ying clenched her teeth. It wasn’t that she was afraid of losing—this wasn’t her first loss—but this time was simply too...
It was a complete blow to her confidence.
Suddenly, a voice sounded in her ear. Yang Ying looked at Wang Meng in a daze and blinked. A questioning look?
Wang Meng nodded, and only then did Yang Ying’s expression return to calm.
After a brief moment of quiet, the disciples of Thunderlight Hall could no longer contain their excitement. Forgetting that they were in Flying Phoenix Hall, they began to roar wildly. Of course, there were a few who couldn’t resist taking off their shirts.
Soon, disciples from many other halls joined the celebration, cheering as if they themselves had won.
This was truly a day for the Lower Three Halls to celebrate, because for the first time in history, one of the Lower Three Halls had successfully challenged one of the Upper Three Halls!
A true miracle!
Thunderlight Hall had done it! Wang Meng had done it!
Mighty cheers echoed throughout Flying Phoenix Hall. The disciples no longer knew how to express their overwhelming excitement.
Mingren walked over to Liangyuan and smiled faintly. "Junior Brother Liang, I hope you’ll be able to stop him." With that, he departed with the Lingyin Four Tigers.
Clearly, that one exchange had revealed Wang Meng’s true strength—but not all of it, because he hadn’t even used his own Sword Technique!
What could Immortal Origin Hall possibly do to stop Thunderlight Hall’s advance?
Or more accurately, what could they do to stop Wang Meng?
No wonder Tianyi had no interest in these battles. He was undoubtedly the person in the Holy Hall who understood Wang Meng best, because Li Tianyi was a genius himself!
The disciples of Flying Phoenix Hall rushed to comfort Yang Ying, but she couldn’t tell if she was feeling grief or just bewilderment. She gazed toward Thunderlight Hall, but Wang Meng wasn’t looking in her direction.
Wang Meng had told her the key to the Sword Technique, the direction she needed to master for her future. It was obvious that once she mastered it, she would certainly surpass his skill with it. Yet, somehow, Yang Ying’s heart felt empty. Wang Meng’s words carried a sense of repayment, of distance. ’Is all there is between us really just a little bit of mutual aid?’ (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please come to Qidian.com to vote with your recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)