Free Web NovelChapter 630: Chapter 630: Identity Exposed
The Sword Intent of Ages from Great Emperor Zhan Kong displayed two completely different attitudes toward Su Han and Li Qingyue. Toward Su Han, it was murderous intent; toward Li Qingyue, it was an opportunity for Enlightenment.
At this moment, Su Han hadn’t noticed Li Qingyue’s Enlightenment State. The Sword Intent of Ages was powerful, but after ten thousand years, it had been worn down to a mere shadow of its former self. Thus, Su Han was still able to withstand its pressure and climb upward.
This pressure was not entirely a bad thing for Su Han. He felt his comprehension of the Way of the Sword deepen under its compulsion. The Sword Intent that had yet to manifest now held the possibility of taking embryonic form.
Su Han had not possessed the memory inheritance of the Tai Cang Sword Saint for long, nor had he devoted much effort to practicing One Sword Breaks Myriad Laws. As a result, he had not yet comprehended his own Sword Intent. But now, he faintly sensed its embryonic existence. Under the pressure of Great Emperor Zhan Kong’s Sword Intent of Ages, his own Sword Intent embryo became clearer and could condense at any moment.
If the heavens oppress me, I will annihilate them. If this Sword Intent oppresses me, I will shatter it!
Su Han’s eyes were bright, his heart filled with infinite fighting spirit. His steps were heavy, as if slogging through a swamp, but they were unwavering—even more resolute than those of the Saint Heir. Step by step, he ascended toward the Arena of Sword Discourse.
Su Han’s pace was quick, while Li Qingyue’s steps were much slower. She had fallen into an Enlightenment State, her feet moving unconsciously as she followed the path Su Han had taken, ascending step by step. The resplendent sword light around her grew increasingly bright, and her Cold Moon Sword Intent became clearer. Behind her, a phantom image of a Sword Light Bright Moon formed. This phantom was cold and clear, brilliantly pure, with moonlight pouring down like liquid silver, blanketing the surroundings.
This scene was witnessed by everyone, leaving them all astonished.
Li Mingliang held his longsword, his Physique Fusion active. Sharp Sword Qi emanated from his body as he stood guard, determined not to let his granddaughter’s Enlightenment be disturbed. The Enlightenment State was known to be precious but fragile; if disturbed, it was impossible to re-enter. This was a consequence Li Mingliang could not accept, and he was prepared to fight to the death.
As for the Crane Sword Saint, he was a follower of Su Han and felt little connection to Li Mingliang and Li Qingyue. He simply continued following Su Han, his figure growing more distant.
Watching Su Han’s figure about to disappear, Li Mingliang called out in his heart. Mr. Su! He knew his own strength was meager. At this moment, only Su Han could protect Li Qingyue, so he hoped Su Han would stop and wait. But Su Han was also immersed in the Condensation of his embryonic Sword Intent and was unable to pay any mind to Li Mingliang or Li Qingyue.
Under Li Mingliang’s anxious gaze, Su Han’s figure finally vanished from sight. The Crane Sword Saint also departed, leaving only Li Mingliang and Li Qingyue behind.
Even if it costs me this old life, I will not let anyone disturb Qingyue’s Enlightenment.
With Su Han and the Crane Sword Saint gone, the only thing Li Mingliang could trust was the sword in his hand. His eyes were firm, filled with resolve.
From the base of the mountain to the Arena of Sword Discourse on its mid-slope, there were over a thousand stone steps. Li Qingyue climbed step by step, the sword light on her body growing more brilliant and her Cold Moon Sword Intent more distinct. Not only that, but dense Spiritual Energy from all directions surged into her body, causing her Aura to climb steadily higher.
BOOM!
Suddenly, Li Qingyue’s Aura surged like a volcanic eruption as she broke through to the Second Layer of the Phenomenon Realm!
Many talented sword cultivators were attending the Mount Hua martial competition, so the Phenomenon Realm was nothing special. But breaking through during Enlightenment was exceedingly precious.
"Damn it, what kind of insane luck does she have? To be able to achieve Enlightenment here and even make a breakthrough? This is too bizarre!"
"I don’t know who she is, but to have such accomplishments at her age is extraordinary. It seems we’ll have another genius of the sword in the future."
"Comparisons are infuriating! Why can’t I have an encounter like this? Just give me one chance at Enlightenment, and I could surely soar to the heavens."
The crowd buzzed with discussion, their words dripping with envy and jealousy toward Li Qingyue. These discussions reached Li Mingliang’s ears. Feeling the jealousy and resentment in the air, his heart tightened, afraid that someone consumed by envy might try to disrupt her Enlightenment State. However, the rest of their journey proceeded without incident. After all, everyone had seen that Li Mingliang and Li Qingyue were with the Nineteenth Prince. No one dared to offend the Nineteenth Prince out of jealousy, as that would be a death sentence.
Ascending step by step in her state of Enlightenment, Li Qingyue finally reached the Arena of Sword Discourse, where a number of people had already gathered. Seeing the arena, Li Mingliang breathed a sigh of relief. We finally made it! frёeωebɳovel.com
WHOOSH!
Just then, a sharp stream of Sword Qi came hurtling past Li Mingliang, heading straight for Li Qingyue. This attack was swift and sudden, like a bolt of lightning. It had been launched the very instant Li Mingliang’s Heart Spirit relaxed—clearly the result of someone biding their time, waiting for this exact opportunity.
Not good! Feeling the attack, Li Mingliang’s face turned pale with shock. Li Qingyue was his lifeline; he would rather die than allow anyone to harm her. Moreover, she was in the middle of her Enlightenment State. If she were disturbed, re-entering it would be extremely difficult.
"Spring Thunder Sword Technique!"
In that lightning-fast moment, Li Mingliang had already processed everything and struck out with his longsword.
BOOM!
The sword slashed out like a sudden clap of spring thunder, its explosive sound causing the very space to tremble. It shot toward the incoming Sword Qi as fast as lightning. Although Li Mingliang did not possess Li Qingyue’s innate ability, he was still a descendant of the Myriad Swords Sect. He had immersed himself in the Way of the Sword for decades, and his recent cultivation had greatly increased his strength, advancing him to the Ninth Layer of the Divine Power Realm. He was now only a step away from the Heavenly King Realm. Though his counterattack was hasty, he had remained in a state of readiness and was thus able to unleash seventy to eighty percent of his full strength.
CLANG!
As the swords collided, a harsh, ringing sound of metal on metal echoed out. A dazzling sword light burst forth like a brilliant star in the night sky. A surge of Sword Qi transformed into a storm that swept through the area, whipping the air and making the space tremble.
Li Mingliang stepped forward, positioning himself in front of Li Qingyue. He immediately activated Physique Fusion to elevate his Combat Power to its Peak. Then, his gaze shifted, locking intently on a particular spot.
By the edge of the Arena of Sword Discourse, the complexion of a young man with a sinister expression subtly changed. Li Mingliang was sure he didn’t know this youth, but the stream of Sword Qi had clearly come from him. Whether motivated by jealousy or resentment, it was proof of his hostility.
Without a word, he locked eyes with the sinister youth, mentally prepared for battle at any moment.
The sinister youth, however, simply looked at Li Mingliang and smiled. His next words caused an uproar.
"It seems my guess was correct. You are indeed remnants of the Myriad Swords Sect!"
