C23 Fighting Huang Loong

Huang Loong concocted an excuse, shedding his fear. Rather than cower, he resolved to fight with everything he had.

He swiftly subdued his aura and began to consume the Profound Qi of Heaven and Earth.

His cultivation at the Earth Essence Stage allowed him to voraciously absorb the Profound Qi, which transformed into a white stream, endlessly drawn into his body.

Almost instantly, a soft white glow emerged, tracing along the blade of his treasured sword.

"Hmph!" The sword cried out with a dragon's hum.

Then, the sword radiated a brilliant white light, its sword Qi commanding respect.

"Lee Qi, brace yourself for my strike!" Huang Loong declared, his voice grave and resolute.

"Hehe!" Lee Qi chuckled dismissively, "You should've acted sooner. What a waste of time."

"If it's death you seek, I'll oblige!" Huang Loong retorted, his face darkening, his tone icy.

Worry etched itself across Wang Ling'er's lovely features.

She knew Lee Qi was formidable, capable of besting a Second Level Earth Essence Stage expert.

But Huang Loong was a different caliber. He was the Black Tortoise Kingdom's most gifted individual in years, having been mentored by the Black Tortoise Sect and mastering their martial techniques. His might was incomparable to Lee Longfei's.

Moreover, his cultivation had reached the Fourth Level of the Earth Essence Stage. At their level, even the smallest gap in cultivation was akin to a towering mountain.

Her eyes flickered with intensified concern.

"Lee Qi, I hope you come out unscathed!"

All she could do was silently offer her prayers.

Huang Loong had already drawn his sword, executing the Black Tortoise Sword Arts!

The Black Tortoise Sword Arts were impregnable, with exceptionally strong defense.

Yet, when it came to offensive prowess, the technique was somewhat lacking.

Nonetheless, Huang Loong's rendition of the Black Tortoise Sword Arts was formidable, combining robust defense with potent attack power.

At the Fourth Level of Earth Essence Stage, he showcased his abilities to their fullest extent.

Sword shadows layered upon each other, converging on Lee Qi in a dense assault.

With eyes flashing like lightning, Lee Qi pierced through the deceptive sword shadows, grasping their true nature.

He discerned Huang Loong's strategy: the sword shadows were a feint for a surprise attack.

Lee Qi, refusing to be complacent, swiftly summoned the power of his Seventh Level Qi Gathering Stage. Profound Qi from all around surged into his body, illuminating his fist with a radiant glow.

Simultaneously, he unleashed the Thunder Lightning Power, his fist now wreathed in a shimmering purple light, crackling with electric fury, its presence formidable.

Disregarding the multitude of advancing sword shadows, he launched a direct punch.

The Fist Strength detonated, the force of the punch slicing through the air.

His punch, fierce and overwhelming, cascaded forward like a tidal wave, aimed squarely at Lee Qi.

It struck Huang Loong's sword with a resounding boom, sending sparks scattering in a brilliant display.

The Thunder Lightning Power surged into the sword, the purple light traveling up the blade toward Huang Loong's arm.

"Boom! Boom!" The sword reverberated as Huang Loong summoned his Essence Energy to counter the electrifying onslaught, the clash resounding like thunder.

He dared not let the Thunder Lightning Power breach his defenses, well aware of the dire consequences. The power was formidable, and he knew it.

Yet, with the strength of the Earth Essence Stage Level Four at his command, Huang Loong's Essence Energy was formidable. It swiftly diminished the invading Thunder Lightning Power until it vanished entirely.

Huang Loong, taken aback, widened his eyes in surprise, "I never expected you to wield Thunder Lightning Power!"

"There's a lot you don't expect. Take your time pondering over that," Lee Qi retorted with a dismissive curl of his lip, his tone nonchalant.

Without missing a beat, he threw another punch.

The Thunder Lightning Power on his fist sparked anew, the purple light intensifying with each movement.

His fists moved with lightning speed, the sound of them cutting through the air resounding.

As Huang Loong watched in astonishment, Lee Qi's fist seemed to grow larger with each strike.

"Black Tortoise Sword Arts!"

Huang Loong deployed the renowned defensive Black Tortoise Sword Arts once more, going all out in defense.

As soon as the Black Tortoise Sword Arts were executed, the swords moved with such fluidity that they created an impenetrable net, as if not even water could seep through.

Huang Loong couldn't help but feel a bit smug. "Lee Qi, try breaking through my defense first," he said, his voice dripping with contempt.

Lee Qi paid him no mind. With a swift punch, he shattered the sword barrier, the sound of impact, "Puchi!", a resounding slap to Huang Loong's face.

Huang Loong's expression darkened as he frantically swung his sword, attempting to prevent Lee Qi from widening the breach.

"Go in!" Lee Qi bellowed, channeling his strength into his fist. A white glow emanated from his hand, quickly followed by a burst of Purple Light.

His fist surged forward, striking Huang Loong's sword with precision.

"Squeak, squeak..."

The Purple Light traveled down the blade, targeting Huang Loong's arm. The explosive force sent the sword flying.

Huang Loong hastily summoned his Essence Energy, a white light rushing to meet the sword, clashing with the invading Purple Light.

A sound like thunder exploded as Huang Loong barely managed to hold off the Thunder Lightning Power.

"Again!" Lee Qi called out as the Thunder Lightning Power faded, and he struck the sword once more.

The Purple Thunder Lightning Power surged unrestrained into the blade, making a beeline for Huang Loong's arm.

In that moment, Huang Loong had no choice but to abandon the dance of sword shadows, focusing all his might on resisting the Thunder Lightning Power.

The sword shadows vanished, leaving only the sight of Huang Loong, teeth clenched, contending with the Thunder Lightning Power.

This time, the Purple Light was clearly overpowering. Sparks scattered from the sword, inching ever closer to Huang Loong's arm.

Huang Loong's Essence Energy proved insufficient against the onslaught of the Purple Light.

But Huang Loong was never one to lack the resolve to make a sacrifice, even if it meant parting with his sword.

As the Purple Light reached the hilt, Huang Loong didn't hesitate; he cast the sword aside.

The sword lay on the ground, still crackling with Thunder Lightning Power, a peril to any who dared to pick it up.

Huang Loong's face was a storm of dark clouds as he regarded his discarded sword.

A swordsman should never be without his blade, yet here he was, compelled to throw his own away—a disgrace beyond measure.

"Lee Qi, you've truly provoked me! Behold the Black Tortoise Holy Body!" Huang Loong declared.

Activating the Black Tortoise Holy Body, his form expanded slightly, and a protective shell materialized around him, encasing him in its defense.

As a brown radiance emerged, it formed an additional defensive ring around him. His mastery of the Black Tortoise Holy Body was leagues beyond the novice Zhao Xiangfei.

Huang Loong, shrouded in the protective shell of the Black Tortoise Holy Body, had reached the pinnacle of defense. And with the Profound Qi from the surroundings furiously flooding into him, his attack power and speed were skyrocketing.

Wang Ling'er bit her red lips, her inner turmoil too intense for words.

Zhao Xiangfei, eyes wide as he watched Huang Loong, exclaimed, "Such an incredible Black Tortoise Holy Body! When can I ever achieve that level?"

Zhao Lingtian, however, wasn't convinced of Huang Loong's prowess. He had stealthily made his way to the main house's doorway, ready to rush in and use Wang Tianlong as a human shield if needed. His face had turned the color of a liver, reflecting his dismay at how a simple act of vengeance had turned so sour.

Casting a glance at the overexcited Zhao Xiangfei, he sighed deeply, "Ah, I should never have let him come to the Wang family to seek a marriage. The engagement fell through, and now it's cost us our entire fortune."

Regret was useless now; all he could do was make a last-ditch effort to save his own skin. He didn't involve Zhao Xiangfei, fearing his impulsive nature might ruin everything.

Meanwhile, Huang Loong, having invoked the Black Tortoise Holy Body, stood ready for battle.

"Bring it on! My Black Tortoise Holy Body is impenetrable. Let's see you try to break through!" he taunted, his eyes brimming with scorn and his voice dripping with contempt. His confidence was palpable, bordering on arrogance.

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