"Jiang Xue is truly not to be underestimated. She is far from the cold and silent demeanor she presents; in fact, she is secretly observing everyone, keenly aware of each person's weaknesses! Moreover, her technique of condensing the Dark Dragon Qi into a sword must have been inspired by my Thunderfire Sky-Splitting Sword! She seems to have a counter for everything I do!"
Wang Long continued to retreat, his longsword forced to clash repeatedly with Jiang Xue's dark longsword, causing the brilliance of the Thunderfire Sword to gradually dim, losing its initial dazzling glow.
In his left hand, he quickly condensed a spinning orb that emitted a thunderous roar, the Little Sun. With a sudden shift of his body, he thrust his sword forward, aiming directly at Jiang Xue's shoulder!
Seeing this, Jiang Xue swiftly condensed a dark sphere, silent yet seemingly devouring all light around it. Even Wang Long felt a chill rush past him as it surged toward the Dark Sphere.
Boom!
The two forces collided violently. Although Wang Long's Thunderfire Sun was incredibly fierce, upon contact with the dark Black Vortex, it vanished without a trace, like a snow lion melting before fire.
Wang Long quickly retreated to the far end of the Arena, focusing and preparing for what was next.
"This woman is thoroughly studying me; every one of her techniques counters mine! She's even more troublesome than Wang Qianyue..."
"What's worse is that my Thunder Dragon Technique is being countered at every turn, and she still has Water Walking Mirage and two other Dragon Arts at her disposal! If this drags on too long, it will be even more disadvantageous for me!"
Wang Long felt a sense of frustration. He knew very well that Jiang Xue was an extremely formidable opponent, but he never expected her to be so calculating, secretly observing him and developing various techniques specifically designed to counter him.
However...
How could he easily concede defeat?! He was someone who needed to undergo transformation within a year; he had to quickly shoulder the heavy responsibilities of Dragon City; he had to alleviate the burdens of his dying father!
With so many responsibilities weighing on him, how could he afford to give up so easily in this situation?!
"Jiang Xue truly has remarkable skills, creating so many counter techniques aimed at me. However, some things cannot be seen with the naked eye..."
"You can see the surface of my technique, but you cannot perceive the profound truths that belong solely to my own understanding. So... prepare to receive my strike!"
This move was something he comprehended during the Thunderstorm Night on his way to Lingzhi Island. Only those who grasp the Natural Way can execute it. He had only used it once before, when dealing with the White Serpent, and at that time, Jiang Xue was preoccupied with another opponent, so she should not have seen it. Therefore, Wang Long was quite confident.
As the sword light emerged, it traced a natural and imposing trajectory!
This trajectory was simple yet profoundly mysterious, making it impossible for anyone to discern its origins or predict where it would strike next.
It was the sharpest and most enigmatic long sword in the world!
When Wang Long executed this move, Jiang Xue's brows furrowed slightly. However, she quickly extended both hands, summoning a dark barrier that appeared in front of her, attempting to block the Thunderlight Sword's shadow.
Yet...
With a hiss, the sword light seemed to be swallowed by the black barrier, instantly falling into silence.
The spectators held their breath, not daring to make a sound, staring intently at the two figures in the arena, unsure if this stunning Thunderlight could harm the mysterious girl.
Suddenly, Jiang Xue's brow tightened, her body trembled slightly, and a trace of blood trickled from the corner of her mouth.
The blood flowed down her smooth and delicate jawline, as white as jade, slowly dripping onto her snow-white attire, creating a shocking sight.
Wang Long glanced over and saw that she remained as indifferent as ever, but there seemed to be a hint of sorrow in her expression. The bloodstains accentuated a vulnerability rarely seen in her.
In that moment, he felt a stirring in his heart and realized that this exceptionally gifted Jiang Xue was merely a woman after all.
However, the latter was merely a momentary lapse in concentration. She immediately regained her composure, raised her jade hand to wipe away the blood at the corner of her mouth, and said in a deep voice, "Frozen Illusion City!"
This was indeed her ultimate skill, a dual control technique that combined the Water Dragon Technique and the Mirage Dragon Arts. It froze the body, rendering it immobile, while simultaneously releasing Mirage Dragon Qi to create an illusion, ensnaring the opponent's soul.
Wang Long had seen this move before and was mentally prepared. As she finally unleashed it, he chuckled lightly and suddenly roared loudly:
"Break!"
This roar was no ordinary sound; it was the Tiger-Leopard Thunder Sound Technique that he had recently comprehended. He had gained insights from the Nine Heavens Dragon Suppression Scroll, where he observed the thunderous sounds amidst boundless storms.
Moreover, after recovering the remnants of the Primal Thunder Beast and spending day and night in its presence, he had developed a deeper understanding.
Wang Long had heard that the Ancient Thunder Beast was born from Thunderlight and fed on Thunderfire, surrounded by swirling Thunderlight, its voice like thunder. However, the remnants' call was merely a faint chirp, quite subdued and not at all fierce—definitely not like thunder.
After more than a month of contemplation, Wang Long finally realized that the so-called voice like thunder did not merely refer to the Primal Thunder Beast's roar being as fierce as thunder; it also described the internal workings of its body—its bones vibrating, blood flowing, internal organs moving, and qi and blood circulating through its meridians—all in accordance with the principles of thunderous sound.
This was the true essence of the Primal Thunder Beast! The genuine ancient beast born from Thunderlight!
This discovery not only allowed Wang Long to master the Tiger-Leopard Thunder Sound Technique but also enlightened him on methods to refine his bones. Thus, he spent day and night with the Legacy of Thunder Beast, observing and contemplating its movements meticulously from within.
After a month, although his body had not completely transformed, he could feel his bones resonating with a low sound when he stretched out. His muscles had become more resilient and solid; he had indeed benefited greatly!
Moreover, this Tiger-Leopard Thunder Sound was an excellent method to counter Jiang Xue's Frozen Illusion City! First, the Thunder Dragon Technique countered the Water Dragon Technique; Jiang Xue's freezing could not prevent Wang Long from unleashing his thunderous sound. Second, Jiang Xue's illusion would be disrupted by this sudden thunderous roar; one careless moment could lead to its destruction and potentially backfire on her.
Thus, without waiting for Jiang Xue to fully set up her move, Wang Long immediately focused his mind, took a deep breath, moved his bones, flexed his muscles, and with all his might unleashed this powerful roar!
"Break!"
With a thunderous roar, it was as if a bolt of lightning suddenly exploded above the Arena!
Just this one shout caused faint cracks to appear on the surrounding stone pillars, and the echo rolled out like thunder, making the spectators instinctively cover their ears.
Jiang Xue's pale face instantly lost its last trace of color. She trembled violently and couldn't stop herself from spitting out a mouthful of blood, her whole body seeming to sway precariously.
"Jiang..." Liu Chengyan below couldn't help but call out, but he abruptly stopped himself.
Wang Long felt a stir in his heart and couldn't help but say, "Jiang Xue, you... have used so many techniques in succession that your Dragon Qi is nearly exhausted. Moreover, with the backlash from the Shen Walking Dragon Technique being broken, you are truly worn out both physically and mentally. I think... it's better to admit defeat!"
Jiang Xue snorted coldly, fiercely wiping away the blood at the corner of her mouth. She raised her hands sharply, and a black light immediately surged forth, enveloped in her palms.
Then, one after another, black lights continuously emerged from the formless void, instantly drawn into the Dark Sphere in her palms, completely devoured and becoming part of it, intensifying the suction force increasingly.
At this moment, Wang Long was two zhang away from her and already felt an overwhelming force surging from behind him. The fierce wind sliced through like a blade, scattering his hair wildly!
"This is bad; this is... Seventh-Order Dragon Technique, Annihilation Black Hole!" Zhang Tailai exclaimed in shock, his facial muscles twitching slightly. He had always been calm; even during the fierce battle against the black-clad men on Lingzhi Island, he had not shown any signs of panic. However, at this moment, he appeared utterly astonished!
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