Zhao Fengxia exerted all her strength against Gu Hongchen, both of them being formidable figures in the Holy Realm, their cultivation levels nearly equal. Zhao Fengxia moved with agility, each strike infused with immense power, while Gu Hongchen skillfully countered her attacks with grace, using softness to overcome hardness, neutralizing her every move.
Their figures intertwined in the void like two bolts of lightning, mesmerizing everyone who watched. The prowess of Holy Realm experts was on full display at that moment. Ye Tian and the others were left in awe. Ying Ziyi felt a surge of emotions, exclaiming how terrifying the Holy Realm truly was! She looked at both fighters with deep respect.
"When will I be that strong?" Ye Tian murmured to himself. Xia Qingyan, with a serious expression, remarked, "Those below the Holy Realm are like ants; it's not just talk." Her yearning for the Holy Realm was evident.
Ye Tian focused intently on the battle, quietly asking, "I wonder if Senior Gu can defeat that person from the Hehuan Sect." Zhang Mingfeng, calm and composed, replied slowly, "Don’t be fooled by their current balance; Gu Changlao will definitely win." His tone was filled with confidence as if he could already envision Gu Hongchen's victory.
Curiosity flickered in Ye Tian's eyes as he pressed on, "Why are you so certain, Senior Zhang? There must be something behind it!" Zhang Mingfeng smiled mysteriously and exchanged a glance with Xia Qingyan before he spoke again. His voice carried a hint of reverence: "The Grand Elder is the leader of the Northern Region's Sword Path! Although his strength may not be at the very top, his swordsmanship is unparalleled—divine and unmatched!"
People from the Northern Region referred to him as Snow Blade Gu Hongchen; when his blade was drawn, snow would follow. Upon hearing this, an indescribable pride surged within Ye Tian. He murmured to himself, "I didn’t expect Senior Gu to be so powerful; it truly inspires admiration!"
Just as everyone was lost in their admiration for Gu Hongchen, a deafening roar suddenly echoed from above. They looked up to see that the fierce battle had reached its conclusion. Gu Hongchen had sliced through Zhao Fengxia's defenses with a single strike, breaking through like bamboo under pressure and landing a devastating blow to her chest.
Zhao Fengxia's face turned pale in an instant; she struggled to suppress the blood rising in her throat but could no longer hold it back as it gushed forth. She hurriedly thrust the Hong Luo Umbrella into the ground to barely support herself and avoid appearing too disheveled. This scene left everyone present in shock.
But the shock had not yet worn off when Gu Hongchen noticed Zhao Fengxia's injuries. A cold glint flashed in his eyes as he adhered to the principle of striking while the iron is hot, launching a series of relentless attacks.
Gu Hongchen moved like a wraith, closing in on Zhao Fengxia, his weapon shimmering with a chilling light, accompanied by a series of sharp whistling sounds.
Although Zhao Fengxia fought with all her might to defend herself, her movements were sluggish due to her injuries, making it difficult for her to withstand Gu Hongchen's fierce onslaught.
Amidst the clash of blades, Zhao Fengxia's figure began to falter. Her clothes were torn in several places, blood staining her collar. Her once beautiful face turned pale, and despair and unwillingness flickered in her eyes, yet she stubbornly held on.
Those present could only watch in silent horror at this scene.
"I told you the Grand Elder is the strongest," Xia Qingyan said triumphantly to Ye Tian.
At that moment, Zhao Fengxia felt an overwhelming sense of urgency. She knew she had fallen into a disadvantageous position; if this continued, she feared she would not escape disaster.
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