In a relentless assault, a storm of poisonous needles and darts rained down on Dustin. It resembled a furious storm."Formation!" Silver Sage bellowed. In an instant, several aces of the Stormfire Order scattered, forming a tight encirclement around Dustin. Each of them clutched a golden talisman that materialized seemingly out of thin air."Golden Alchemy Sword! Attack!" Silver Sage commanded, tossing his golden talisman into the fray. Simultaneously, the other aces mimicked the motion. Five golden talismans transformed into colossal swords, homing in on Dustin from various angles.Without any prior warning, the talismans, appearing almost weightless, burst forth into a dazzling light. They underwent a transformation, morphing into five massive golden swords that exuded a chilling brilliance, sharp enough to slice through iron as if it were clay effortlessly.Radiating a terrifying killing intent, even a grandmaster martial artist would hesitate before confronting them.The S
Dustin stood his ground as he gazed at the five flaming giant swords descending from the sky. Instead of dodging, he calmly raised his palm and struck upward lightly."Boom!"A powerful surge of energy was unleashed from the center of his palm, engulfing the giant flaming swords.With five explosive sounds, they burst apart simultaneously, resembling fireworks as they scattered into the sky."What? How can this be?" The Silver Sage was taken aback. The other elite martial artists of the Stormfire Order were equally shocked and exchanged stunned glances.The explosive power and destructive force of the Emberstrike Saber far surpassed that of the Golden Alchemy Sword, and they had unleashed it with full force, not holding back whatsoever.They had expected Dustin to suffer severe injuries even if he managed to withstand the onslaught. Instead, Dustin emerged unscathed and effortlessly dismantled the Emberstrike Saber with just one move.It was truly unbelievable!"Keep the form
They were initially defiant, but upon witnessing the unpredictable and mysterious moves of the Stormfire Order's experts, they finally came to realize the stark disparity between their respective sects.It was undeniable that they lived up to their name."Master Elias, Stormfire Order's Fivefold Sevenbane Formation is truly remarkable. It seems like there was no need for us to intervene. Stormfire Order was more than capable of handling Logan."The beautiful lady smiled as she approached the Silver Sage, giving him a respectful nod. She had initially considered seeking the limelight. After witnessing Nexus Gate's leader's swift defeat, she quickly abandoned that thought. "Logan is undeniably formidable. If we hadn't invoked the Fivefold Sevenbane Formation, we might not have been able to deal with him." The Silver Sage stood with his hands behind his back. He added with a hint of pride, "Nevertheless, he should feel honored to have met his end through it!" The fact that Dust
A series of deafening explosions rang out. Under the overwhelming force of Dustin's massive palm strike, the intimidating lightning was devoured, the dense wind blades shattered, and the sharp ice spikes instantaneously melted away. Every attack launched by the Stormfire Order was utterly crushed. Even the concealed weapons launched by the Skyshadow Sect rebounded, falling like rain and producing a melodious tinkling sound."Wh-What?"The Silver Sage was dumbfounded to witness the Fivefold Sevenbane Formation rendered ineffective. His legs went weak, and he collapsed to the ground, his face filled with terror. The other elite fighters of the Stormfire Order were also trembling, their faces drained of color. Their intense assault had drained all of their strength, leaving them like lambs awaiting slaughter, utterly devoid of any means to resist. All they could do was await their fate. "Hurry! Run!" Madam Monroe screamed before bolting. If they were to come into contact wit
Anders' weapon was a sword named the Frostflame Demonbane. It was one of the three legendary blades in the world. It enhanced the damage inflicted by each strike and possessed two types of elemental attacks, alternating between an icy frost or raging flames. Each type of attack carried immense destructive power, with its power amplified with the wielder's strength. As Anders charged forward, the Frostflame Demonbane in his hand was unsheathed. A scorching red flame instantly covered the entire blade, resembling a fiery dragon that roared incessantly. The flames scorched everything in its path, leaving a trail of withered and charred greenery on the ground."Flaming Surge First Form!" Anders flicked his wrist and raised his flaming sword high above before slashing it down heavily toward Dustin's head from a distance."Boom!" A thunderous explosion reverberated. The flaming sword suddenly surged, forming a massive blade energy out of thin air. The blade energy extended ov
Faced with Anders' relentless attack, Dustin only defended them calmly with his sword, seemingly allowing his opponent to dictate the pace.However, from the crowd's perspective, Anders seemed to be consistently overpowering Dustin, gaining the upper hand. He only needed to keep going with the aggressive attacks to win the battle."Damn! What kind of technique is Sir Anders using? Why does it seem like he is growing stronger with each strike?""Look at this battle. If it keeps on, Logan may be unable to hold on much longer.""So what if he's the Kirin? After wasting ten years, he won't be able to compete with a top prodigy like Sir Anders.""Go for it, Sir Anders! Finish him off!"As the crowd watched Anders' imposing figure ahead, they were filled with both surprise and admiration.Some disciples from Nexus Gate were even cheering and encouraging him. "Hell! Go to Hell!" Anders laughed maniacally, his blade slashing even faster and more fiercely, resembling a violent storm th
"An ultimate grandmaster … Sir Anders' strike is definitely one of an ultimate grandmaster's!" The Silver Sage was looking up with awe and shock. He had thought Logan was a force to be reckoned with, but he didn't expect Anders to be even stronger. Reaching the realm of a grandmaster yet displaying the skills of an ultimate grandmaster was simply unimaginable!Was this what they called an unparalleled prodigy? He would never be able to catch up to him in his lifetime. "Wow! What a powerful strike. Just how many people in the world could defend against it?" Madam Monroe was left dumbfounded and utterly shaken. She had considered herself skilled, but her skills felt inconsequential in the presence of a powerhouse like Anders."Incredible! If I had even half of Sir Anders' skills, I'd be filled with pride!" The disciples of Nexus Gate were both shocked, awed, and even slightly envious. They finally understood what it meant to be a true prodigy."Hmph! Nothing but showy moves!
Right then, Anders' body convulsed, and he suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood. Instantly, his face turned pale, and the Frostflame Demonblade he was holding was thrust into the ground with a clang, used to support his slightly trembling body. It was evident that Anders had been seriously injured in their last clash. "What?"The entire crowd was in shock at the scene before them. Their eyes were wide open, and everyone was in disbelief.Anders had lost? How was that possible? Anders was the strongest of the four Gods of War, an enemy of thousands on the battlefield. The power he displayed earlier had been comparable to that of an ultimate grandmaster. How could such a powerhouse be defeated?Was Dustin really so strong that not even Anders matched him? "You ... You've been hiding your true strength all along?"Anders gripped the hilt of his sword with both hands, looking incredulous. He had given it his all in the previous strike, thinking he could eliminate Logan eas
"Since Madam Penelope has spoken, I’ll follow her lead," Alloy said with a smile. "What about Mr. Hadley and Sage Foyer?""I'm in if you want to make a bet," Cyrus replied coolly."It's not every day we get an opportunity like this. Let me stir things up a bit." Kaden nodded with a grin.Once the three had agreed, Penelope waved for Abigail to come over.Soon, Abigail approached them with a wide grin. "Esteemed guests, I hear you want to bet. The current odds are—bet on Dustin to win, and you'll get 1.6 times your stake. Bet on Glenn, and it's only 0.4."She continued, "And no worries—if you win, I'll exchange your winnings for celestial stones." Abigail smiled brightly, and the other parties' eyes gleamed with the unmistakable shine of greed.Many had already placed their bets with her. Though she couldn't control the match's outcome, she knew how to adjust the odds to her advantage. Over time, that could turn into a huge fortune."I'm betting on Glenn to win." Cyrus quickly
"We're ready for the ultimate showdown of this tournament. The winner will be crowned the Combat Tournament Champion. Now, let's welcome both contestants to the ring." Oron's voice thundered as he stepped onto the battle ring.There was thunderous applause and cheers from the audience.The long-awaited showdown was finally at hand. Today's outcome wasn't just about personal glory, but it would also decide the future of the martial world.If Glenn triumphed and claimed the crown, the Sword Union would rise as the undisputed guild. The Celestial Alliance and the Mystic Arts Order would have no choice but to bow to their supremacy.But if Dustin won, it would be even more sensational. A dark horse, without any guild affiliation, defeating the elite disciples of the major guild—such a story would send shockwaves through the martial world.Once that happened, every major guild would fight tooth and nail to claim him. It would spark a fierce battle for dominance."Dr. Rhys! Good luck!"
"H-Hold on! I-I surrender!" Abigail said urgently. With the sword inches away from her throat, she decisively raised both hands in a gesture of surrender.She didn't expect herself to win the match. Her goal was simply to take this opportunity to test Dustin's strength and also gauge her own progress. But now, it was clear that there was still a sizable gap between them."You've done well. In a few more years, I might not even be able to keep up with you." Dustin smiled and lowered his Celestial Blade. His words weren't flattery; he genuinely saw potential in Abigail.The dark Phoenix flames carried a corrosive power that even his mystical pure energy couldn't resist. In other words, Abigail's black flames were the bane of any martial artist.Her journey in the martial world was still short—barely two years. She hadn't unlocked the full potential of her Phoenix bloodline yet. But with more training and experience, the sky was the limit for her."Don't try to console me, Sir. I'm n
With a resounding bang, the golden light erupted with a burst of terrifying energy wave. In an instant, the earth trembled, and fierce winds whipped through the air.Dustin and his sword were sent flying several yards. After landing, he stumbled back several steps before finally steadying himself.He looked up and saw that Abigail's body was now covered in a layer of golden armor, though he couldn't tell when it had happened. The armor glowed brightly, and it made her look imposing and striking.It was clearly a divine artifact.The Mystic Arts Order had been around for centuries, with deep roots and countless treasures. As the Grand Sorceress, Abigail would obviously have several divine artifacts for protection.Dustin wasn't surprised, but the armor's counterforce caught him off guard. Not only did it protect her, but it also had offensive capabilities.When his sword struck the armor earlier, the blow didn't leave a scratch. Instead, the armor absorbed the hit and sent the for
Dustin raised his hand as the black feathers rained down on him. A white energy shield flared into existence to form a wall before him.The feathers slammed into the shield and sent ripples across its surface but failed to break through. However, the black flames on the feathers spread across the shield and burned through its energy at a visible pace. In the blink of an eye, the once impenetrable barrier cracked open and left a gaping hole.Dustin couldn't hide his surprise. His mystical pure energy was far stronger than the average grandmaster's internal energy in offense and defense. It was meant to be impenetrable. He hadn't anticipated it couldn't hold up against Abigail's phoenix flame.Seeing the raw strength of her bloodline, he knew he couldn't afford to take any chances. As the black flames spread, he swiftly waved his hand to summon a furious gust of wind that sent the feathers and flames flying."Glaring Wings!" Abigail wasn't done yet. She quickly formed hand seals and
Abigail moved with lightning speed, and her figure weaved in and out like a shadow. Her swift movements left a blur of afterimages that was hard for anyone watching to keep up.On the contrary, Dustin stood still without making any movement."Fallen Fist!"After closing in, she unleashed a flurry of strikes—dozens of black palm shadows slamming toward his body, and each one was like a bullet aimed at its target.Abigail practiced a unique martial art, and it was imbued with voodoo-like properties that could kill anyone who made contact with her. But Dustin's body was immune to all poisons, so it was a perfect counter to her deadly attack.As the shadow palms closed in, he remained unshaken and thrust his palm forward.A fierce gust of wind surged and ripped through the air with unrelenting force. It collided with the black palm shadows.Abigail's black palm shadows exploded on impact and disintegrated into thick clouds of dark mist that quickly spread. Within moments, the mist e
The whole arena suddenly fell dead silent. Everyone stared blankly, and not a soul dared to breathe. Alloy shot to his feet in the main spectator seats, and his face was tense with worry. Yet, he didn't dare make a sound. He feared it might startle Glenn into making a mistake that could cost Fenley's life.After all, Fenley represented the future of the Celestial Alliance. Alloy had invested all his effort into Fenley, and he provided him with endless resources. If Fenley were to die in the match, it would deal a devastating blow to the entire guild.While Alloy was gripped with worry, Cyrus and Penelope cheered silently. They secretly hoped Glenn's sword would strike Fenley. If that happened, the Celestial Alliance would take at least a decade to regain its former glory.Fenley's body stiffened as he stared at the Fang Master hovering inches from him. A shiver ran through his spine as goosebumps prickled his skin. Sweat trickled down his face, and each drop hit the ground with a
"Glenn had only seven swords in the past. I didn't expect that in just one year, two more divine swords would recognize him as their master. This punk is much better than I was back then," Cyrus remarked. He stroked his chin with a look of surprise and approval. He had always believed in Glenn's potential, but Glenn's performance had still exceeded his expectations.After all, the more swords Glenn wielded, the stronger he became. He had already topped the Legendary List with just seven swords. Now, with nine, his strength had grown even more overwhelming."He truly is the Chosen One." Even Kaden couldn't help but sigh.The nine divine swords recognized their master and responded with ease. Glenn's talent and cultivation were leagues ahead of his peers.Every generation brought forth new talent, and the old had no choice but to step aside for the new generation. Compared to their time, today's youth were on another level—monsters in their own right."Now, this is going to be int
Compared to the second green sword, Glenn's third sword was even more powerful. As it descended, accompanied by the fury of a fire dragon, it carried the destructive force of a world-shattering storm.Fenley, whose energy flow was disrupted earlier, watched the fiery red long sword streak toward like a falling meteor. His heart raced and was gripped by a sudden sense of impending doom.With a roar, he risked the backlash effect and unleashed a powerful surge of internal energy. The ethereal divine spirit behind him instantly transformed into a figure with three heads and six arms. This was the complete form of the Four Elements of God's Technique.At that instant, he threw everything he had into the fight. He controlled the spirit to slam its giant arms into the flaming sword. With a loud explosion, the sword tore through the spirit's palms and continued its unyielding path toward Fenley. But its speed had slowed slightly.Without hesitation, he controlled the spirit to strike ag