Devour

Chapter 444 Tactical Secrets

Boom!

The explosion was like a thunderclap from a clear sky!

In the clash of the two forces, the lingering swordplay, which seemed to defy time, crumbled at the slightest touch in the face of overwhelming power, like spring snow meeting the warm sun.

Huang Yunzi was shocked to think: "The Haoran Sword Qi is really amazing! And this is only because he has suppressed his power to the level of mine. If the outcome is determined by swordsmanship alone, I am afraid I will have already been defeated."

"Don't panic!" The Bone Emperor's sneer echoed in his mind, filled with arrogant disdain. "I'm already tired of the sword techniques you're using. Listen, use 'Fleeting Shadow' to avoid his sharp edge. His sword moves are powerful, and there will be a momentary delay. Seize the opportunity to follow up with 'Broken Rainbow Piercing the Sun' to turn defense into offense. You'll win this battle!"

Huang Yunzi obeyed the Bone Emperor's orders without question, immediately transforming into "Floating Light and Fleeting Shadow," dodging and weaving through the vast sword energy to perfectly avoid the fierce attack.

Sure enough, in the blink of an eye, as Lin Zhengyuan's old strength dissipated and new strength was yet to be generated, Huang Yunzi swiftly unleashed "Remnant Rainbow Piercing the Sun" with his sword finger. A dazzling sword light, as bright as a rainbow, traversed the void, ignoring the obstruction of the strange phenomena of the Star River of Soldiers and Fiends, and pierced straight at the target's body.

Forced to retreat repeatedly by the precise and ruthless attacks, Lin Zhengyuan dodged left and right in a disheveled manner, using the strange phenomenon of the Star River of Fiends to defend himself, but he had already fallen into a disadvantageous position. He was surprised: "Could it be that the Flowing Light Sword Technique... can really counter the higher-grade Righteous Sword Qi?"

With unwavering resolve, the way of the sword remains steadfast!

Lin Zhengyuan, who had cultivated himself for many years and thought his mind was unwavering, was suddenly shaken by a sense of confusion.

The students watching from the sidelines were captivated by the intense competition, cheering for the two players' brilliant performances.

"Master Huang has the upper hand."

"It seems that Pavilion Master Lin has been overconfident in his abilities and dared to challenge a sect leader of equal status!"

"There might be some changes to the leaderboard rankings."

Cheng Bai's keen spiritual eyes noticed that whenever Huang Yunzi launched a decisive counterattack, the spiritual light of the bone lotus deep within the fire lotus would become unusually active, clearly related to his combat performance.

He exchanged views with the Inheritance Cube in his sea of ​​consciousness: "The Bone Emperor's swordsmanship originates from the ancient immortal saint 'Sword Prison'. This sword immortal powerhouse once roamed the Imperial Star and the Five Continents, and his knowledge and realm far surpassed Lin Zhengyuan's. Even if the Bone Emperor only uses low-level sword techniques, he can turn the rotten into the miraculous and strongly suppress the mighty sword qi."

Li Tong's face was calm and composed as she chuckled, "Tch! What's the big deal? When it comes to analyzing the intricacies of the battle and exploring the mysteries of the moves, it's not up to Bone Emperor to play tricks behind the scenes. If I were in charge of guiding the overall situation, his little tricks would be no match for me."

Cheng Bai's consciousness stirred slightly, and he retrieved the Inheritance Cube from the Golden Pagoda, displaying it in his left palm. He asked in surprise, "Since you are so confident, why don't you tell me your method of victory? Let me lend Lin Zhengyuan a hand, and maybe we can defeat the Bone Emperor in a heartbeat."

As the spirit of the inherited magical artifact, Li Tong's bright eyes seem to be able to see the essence of all things and deduce countless possibilities.

In an instant, it devised a plan: "The Bone Emperor is proficient in the sword techniques of both families and is well aware of their strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, he can anticipate the enemy's moves and attack their vital points. His swordsmanship is far more skillful than Lin Zhengyuan's. You should use the Phoenix Force as a communication bridge and strive to convey my analysis to the Lin Family Pavilion Master with swift divine sense."

In the arena, Lin Zhengyuan was forced to retreat by a series of unexpected attacks. In desperation, he decided to go all out and use the strongest move of the Haoran Sword Qi, "Ten Thousand Swords Paying Homage to the Ancestor", to turn the tide.

In that split second, Cheng Bai sent a thought into his mind: "Pavilion Master Lin, there's no need to fight desperately. Just return to your true self, regain your fighting spirit, and use 'Lone Shadow Treading Frosty Steps' to deal with it."

"The White Emperor's voice transmission?" Lin Zhengyuan was an intelligent man, and with a little guidance, he immediately understood. "That's right! Why should I get entangled with the fake Taoist priest and even get into a battle of egos? The Vast Sword Qi is profound and versatile, with multiple uses for one move. I should focus on the move first, let the technique follow my mind, and use ingenious moves to defeat the enemy."

He immediately avoided the opponent's main attack and used the agile and elusive sword style of "Lone Shadow Walking on Frosty Steps" to dodge the attack in a flash, neutralizing all of his opponent's follow-up moves with ease.

Huang Yunzi, instructed by the Bone Emperor, concentrated his will and sword power to unleash the ultimate move of the Flowing Light Sword Technique, "Condensation and Unity," transforming all variations into a single, simple, and deadly strike, aiming to seize victory.

Lin Zhengyuan calmly avoided his sharp edge, intending to confront him head-on with "One Breath Suppresses Mountains and Rivers," when Cheng Bai's divine thought rang in his mind: "Use 'Flowers Across the River' to confuse him and seek victory in danger!"

Lin Zhengyuan was indeed lacking in confidence after his "One Breath Suppresses Mountains and Rivers" technique was easily countered by the enemy. Upon hearing the instructions, he unleashed several solid sword beams that converged and swirled in mid-air.

"Flowers in the Backyard Across the River" is meant to be used for guerrilla warfare with a sword, making it elusive and unpredictable. The user seems to be detached from the situation, and beneath the elegant exterior, murderous intent is surging.

Seeing that Lin Zhengyuan's counterattack was unconventional, the Bone Emperor decisively commanded his puppet: "Hmph! You think you can fight me? Don't even think about it! Quickly use 'Fleeting Light and Shadow' to disrupt his rhythm. We must not let the opponent take control of the situation."

Huang Yunzi quickly changed his moves as instructed, his figure blurring into several afterimages as he dodged the rapidly approaching flowers of righteous sword energy. He then relentlessly pursued Lin Zhengyuan, giving him no chance to catch his breath.

The Bone Emperor, calculating the battle situation, saw that Lin Zhengyuan still had the strength to counterattack despite the repeated offensives. In order to break the stalemate, he issued another order: "The pressure is not enough. Let him find an opportunity to reorganize his tactics. Use 'No Return of Flowing Water' in combination with 'Burning Rainbow Piercing the Sun' for a series of rapid attacks to catch him off guard!"

These two attacks came in quick succession, carrying an unstoppable and resolute momentum. The sword light flowed like a rushing river, speed and power perfectly integrated, its divine might sweeping away all obstacles, making it impossible to withstand!

Huang Yunzi launched a frenzied attack without holding back, but inwardly he was filled with unease: "This kind of uninterrupted combo is tantamount to giving up counter-attacks and defense. It's purely a gamble. If I'm not careful... the consequences will be unimaginable!"

However, as a puppet, he was firmly controlled by the Bone Emperor and dared not disobey his original will in the slightest. He could only wield his sword energy hysterically, rampaging across the strange phenomena in both domains.

"How could Huang Laodao's swordsmanship carry such a desperate and ruthless aura, as if he were about to become a demon? Although he still uses the Flowing Light Sword Technique, its essence is completely different from the refined and cultivated style that the Lieyan Sect has always emphasized!" Lin Zhengyuan felt heavy pressure, but he was a veteran of many battles and remained calm in the face of change.

Cheng Bai and Li Tong exchanged opinions in an instant: "The Bone Emperor, relying on his seniority, wants to be ahead in every move. He's about to take the bait."

He instantly used his divine sense to advise Lin Zhengyuan: "This fiend has been fighting for a long time without success, and he is becoming impatient and showing signs of defeat. Although his attacks are fierce and violent, his transitions between moves are weak and his defense is lacking, creating openings. Use the moves 'Lone Shadow Treading Frost' and 'Flowers Across the River' to lure him deeper. When his 'Flowing Water Never Returns' is exhausted and 'Burning Rainbow Piercing the Sun' is about to be unleashed, seize the opening and unleash the full power of 'Ten Thousand Swords Paying Homage to the Ancestor' to decide the outcome!"

Lin Zhengyuan was quick-witted and immediately understood the intricacies of the tactics employed by both sides.

No longer fearing his opponent's frenzied attacks, he remained steadfast in his swordsmanship, focusing intently on enhancing his perception and spiritual awareness. Relying on the ever-changing nature of "Lone Shadow Walking on Frosty Steps," he narrowly avoided the sword's edge.

Immediately, Lin Zhengyuan lightly danced with his sword fingers, and streaks of sword energy flew swiftly through the air, transforming into a dazzling and mesmerizing display of flower shadows that, in reality, concealed murderous intent—"Flowers Across the River in the Backyard."

Before Huang Yunzi's eyes, sword shadows flew, making it difficult to distinguish between reality and illusion. He felt that his side had gained the upper hand in this round of rapid attack. So, following the Bone Emperor's instructions, he stimulated the sword intent of "Flowing Water Never Returns" and "Broken Rainbow Piercing the Sun" to the extreme and charged towards Lin Zhengyuan without regard for anything.

"The opportunity has come, now is the time! Remember to stay away from that fire lotus!" Cheng Bai's divine thought exploded deep in Lin Zhengyuan's mind.

Just as the opponent's power reached its peak and began to decline, Lin Zhengyuan's eyes flashed with a sharp light, and he made a fierce move.

"The Ceremony of Ten Thousand Swords Paying Homage to the Ancestor!"

Lin Zhengyuan's accumulated righteous sword energy suddenly erupted with an unprecedentedly powerful momentum!

Within the strange phenomenon of the Star River of Soldiers, millions of sword energies boiled and churned, forming a terrifying vortex.

The entire arena was filled with sword intent, and even Huang Yunzi's crimson sword energy was drawn in by an invisible force, involuntarily rushing towards Lin Zhengyuan.

The vast expanse of sword energy was like ten thousand troops paying homage to the emperor of swords!

This move is far more than a simple display of sword energy; it is the ultimate form of righteous and awe-inspiring power. With its supreme majesty, it becomes the "Ancestor of Ten Thousand Swords," and wherever its command goes, no sword intent in the world dares to disobey!

The will of ten thousand swords condensed into a colossal phantom sword. With the blessing of the strange phenomenon of the Star River of Soldier Fiend, the sword body shone with a dazzling brilliance like a galaxy of stars, carrying a chilling pressure, and slashed down at Huang Yunzi and the World-Burning Fire Lotus that protected him.