Chapter 214: Chapter 214 Open Door Again

Gu Yue shot back, dodging Lin Kuang’s strike just as Lin Kuang landed with his back turned. He landed on a tree trunk and kicked off again. Using both his own strength and the trunk’s recoil, he launched himself forward at an incredible speed. He swung his fists, smashing them ruthlessly toward Lin Kuang’s back.

Just as he landed, Lin Kuang rapidly circulated his True Qi and performed a swift backward somersault, dodging Gu Yue’s attack. When Lin Kuang landed again, Gu Yue also rapidly descended to the ground. After a brief glance, they both launched themselves forward, their two incredibly swift figures clashing in battle.

BANG! BANG! The constant sound of impacts echoed through the forest, and leaves were continually shaken loose by the powerful force erupting from their exchange. The two traded blows amidst the falling green leaves, sometimes clashing in mid-air—a display of strength that would astonish most onlookers.

A few minutes later, a loud thud sounded as the two figures landed back on the ground. Gu Yue’s eyes sparkled with excitement, his breathing growing heavier. In contrast, Lin Kuang’s gaze was calm and his breath was steady. He had clearly held the upper hand in the intense fight.

Looking at Gu Yue, Lin Kuang suddenly smiled. “Gu Yue, bring out your real power. Otherwise, you’re no match for me. It’s about time to draw your Soft Sword.”

Lin Kuang was well-informed about Gu Yue. Gu Yue was known as “Beheader Gu Yue” for a simple reason: he always decapitated his assassination targets. Naturally, he couldn’t do that bare-handed, so he carried a Soft Sword specifically for that purpose. This was not a secret to certain people, and Lin Kuang was clearly one of those who knew.

Hearing Lin Kuang’s words, Gu Yue didn’t object, as he knew it was the truth. Moreover, his entire strength was focused through the Soft Sword at his waist; unarmed combat was not his strong suit.

“Alright. Since that’s the case, I won’t hold back.” As he spoke, Gu Yue’s hand went to his waist. When he slowly drew it away, a Soft Sword glinting with a cold light appeared in his palm.

Under the chilly moonlight, the Soft Sword seemed even more foreboding, enough to give an ordinary person goosebumps.

Watching Gu Yue, Lin Kuang’s eyes narrowed slightly. That was no ordinary sword; it was definitely a treasured weapon.

“Whew… King of the Underworld, my strongest technique is next. Brace yourself!” With those words, Gu Yue shook the Soft Sword, which emitted a sonorous, whistling sound.

“No problem, bring it on,” Lin Kuang said with a smile.

At that, Gu Yue nodded and charged forward again, his Soft Sword whirling like the wind. A net of cold, sharp sword flashes enveloped Lin Kuang, looking incredibly fearsome. Faced with Gu Yue’s Soft Sword, Lin Kuang didn’t dare to be careless. He could clearly feel that with the sword in hand, Gu Yue’s strength had increased by a good fifty to sixty percent.

The two clashed fiercely once again. Gradually, Lin Kuang began to show signs of strain, suppressed by the Soft Sword in Gu Yue’s hand. Seeing this, a look of excitement appeared in Gu Yue’s eyes as his sword danced faster and faster.

Feeling Gu Yue’s attacks become even more ferocious, Lin Kuang shook his head with a smile. Looks like I have to use some of my own tricks.

With that thought, Lin Kuang rapidly retreated, finding an opening to escape from the net of sword light.

“Not bad. You’re a very good opponent, one worth my serious attention. If I don’t use my true strength, to be honest, I’m really not your match,” Lin Kuang admitted with a candid smile, making no excuses.

Hearing this, Gu Yue was stunned. He had assumed this was the full extent of Lin Kuang’s power. To hear that it wasn’t… how could he not be shocked?

“Come on, then! Let’s fight with all our might. Let me see what kind of power the King of the Underworld truly possesses!” Gu Yue declared, full of confidence. After all, he had a trump card of his own.

Hearing this, Lin Kuang nodded. “Alright, as you wish.”

As he spoke, the True Qi in his body began to swirl madly. He roared in a low voice, “Eight Gates Escape Technique, first gate, Open Door!”

With those words, Lin Kuang’s strength surged wildly, his formidable power permeating the air. The overwhelming force filled his body, and his protective True Qi coiled and pulsed within him, making him incredibly powerful.

Feeling the terrifying power emanating from Lin Kuang, Gu Yue was astonished. “Is this the true power of the King of the Underworld? So strong… unbelievably strong!” Gu Yue muttered, his eyes filled with shock.

I thought that was his full strength, but it seems I’ve underestimated the King of the Underworld’s power, he thought to himself.

“Come, Gu Yue. Let’s battle!” Lin Kuang said calmly, his voice tinged with an uncontainable, domineering aura.

The next moment, Lin Kuang charged again, his speed now terrifyingly fast. Gu Yue hastily retreated. The speed was just too much.

Lin Kuang swiftly appeared before him and threw a powerful punch straight at his head. Seeing this, Gu Yue didn’t dodge. Instead, his Soft Sword went rigid as he fiercely slashed down toward Lin Kuang’s arm.

As the blade descended, Lin Kuang’s hand moved with blinding speed to evade. The next moment, his hand was coated in True Qi as he reached out to grab the Soft Sword.

Witnessing this, Gu Yue’s gaze hardened. With a flick of his wrist, the rigid sword became instantly supple, coiling toward Lin Kuang’s arm like a living snake. At this point, Lin Kuang’s arm seemed unable to escape and was about to be ensnared.

However, Lin Kuang’s hand suddenly opened. He pressed his thumb against his middle finger and then snapped them forward.

CLANG!

The crisp sound of metal rang out as Gu Yue’s Soft Sword was flicked away by Lin Kuang’s fingers. The moment the blade was knocked aside, a huge opening appeared in Gu Yue’s defense, and Lin Kuang certainly wasn’t going to miss such an opportunity. He instantly closed the distance, ramming his shoulder fiercely into Gu Yue’s chest.

“Mount Collapse!” Lin Kuang shouted, his formidable strength erupting.

A look of horror filled Gu Yue’s eyes. If that hits me, I’ll be half-dead, if not worse!

At that thought, Gu Yue fiercely gritted his teeth. A bloody light glowed around him as his body rapidly withered. This was a Forbidden Technique: Blood Sacrifice.

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