578 Overcoming the Array (1/2)
Within the Chaos Sword Array was a profusion of different atmospheres. Light reflected off the swords flashed majestically. The setup gave off an indescribable sense of danger.
”Roar! Roar!”
A three-headed demonic tiger roared as it entered the Earth Door of the array.
The tiger's body was covered in black fur and split into three human heads up his neck. The two heads at the side were that of an old man and a young boy while the head in the middle was that of a robust man. It was the head in the middle that spoke.
”Lady Nuwa has ordered me to overcome this array. Where is the guardian?”
The two heads at the side opened their mouths wide and spat out poisonous flames and fumes.
”Hey! Quit the arrogance, demon! I'll make you pay!”
Er flew out and brandished the Earth Sword in his hand.
”Buzz! Buzz!”
In the next moment, there were flashes of light in the surroundings as the sword essence assailed the demonic tiger like countless needles.
”Zap! Zap!”
Blood spurted from the numerous wounds on the three-headed demonic tiger's body as it collapsed in a heap.
”Impossible...my demonic physique is supposed to be indestructible! How can I die here...roar! The divine souls of us heavenly demons will always stay intact when we reincarnate!”
A mass of dark energy emanated from the body of the demonic tiger and diffused throughout the surroundings. It formed the vague outline of a huge tiger.
”I intend to cultivate myself so that I can reach the level of Wu Zhiqi and Xiang Liu, or even become a Sage. How can I die here?”
”You talk too much!”
Although Er was not the true master of the sword array, he was one of the sword wielders and thus understood the powers of the Chaos Sword Array.
Er threw out an attack with his sword.
A spiritual territory had fallen and carried with it the stoicism of the earth.
The divine soul of the demonic tiger which had been struggling was instantly suppressed and disintegrated when the sword radiance pierced through it.
”This is a formidable sword array indeed!”
Er let out a sigh. He had witnessed the quick death of a powerful demon. He turned his gaze to the other three directions.
”I wonder how Father and the others are doing?”
At the Fire Sword Door of the Array.
A scholarly-looking old man strolled about in the array and exhaled nervously.
”Sigh...I've never heard of this array before. I'm probably going to perish here today.”
”Haha...good that you know. Hurry and die at my hands so that you will add on to my battle merits!”
Hei Zhong laughed and rushed forward with his Fire Sword in hand.
”I intend to keep my life. Forgive me for not being able to agree to your demands!”
The old man bared his teeth and transformed into a large six-tailed white fox.
”Hmm!”
Hei Zhong felt his eyelids twitch when he saw the transformation and attacked hastily.
”Zap!”
The sword essence of the Fire Sword grew in strength within the sword array and stabbed the white fox. The white fox crumpled to the ground.
”You are a fox from Tu Mountain? Do you know a fox named Sang Qing?”
”I am Sang Qing!”
The old fox was stunned and spoke.
”How do you know my name?”
”It's you!”
Hei Zhong broke out into laughter.
”Forget it…I'll spare your life for the sake of Big White and Little White! Get lost!”
Hei Zhong aimed a kick at Sang Qing and the old fox was sent flying out of the Chaos Sword Array.
”This is so strange! Who are Big White and Little White?”
The white fox reduced the size of its body to that of a mouse and proceeded to lick its wounds. When it had regained enough strength to move, it ran off with its tail between its legs, not daring to take one more look at the sword array behind him.
Sang Qing was relieved beyond measure. He guessed that it was thanks to one of his past good deeds that he was able to keep his life this time around.
...
At the Water Sword Door of the Array.
Ge Nie looked on as the Marquis of Western Zhou led his army on a charge. He was unsure of what to do.
”The Marquis is a mortal man. It would be rather unfair if I made use of a divine weapon and array to deal with him. Besides...the Sword Sage Cao Qiu once mentioned that a reliance on external items would deny one of the chance to attain the peak of sword dao one day…”
”But still, this is an all-out battle. I have been entrusted with a heavy responsibility. How can I give it up?”
While Ge Nie considered his dilemma, the Marquis was approaching him rapidly on his horse.
Although the Marquis was already an old man, he was still fit and healthy. His skills had also been enhanced by the penta-coloured suit of armour that he wore. Ge Nie could feel an invasive energy coming in his direction. The Water Sword attempted to wriggle itself out of his hand.
'Oh no!”
In a flash, Ge Nie suppressed his mixed emotions and parried the blow.
”Zap!”
The sword essence surged forth like frost and froze everything that it came into contact with.
The soldiers following close behind the Marquis turned into ice statues instantly and exploded into bursts of white powder.
”Bang!”
Colourful lights danced on the Marquis's body and fended off the cold energy. The Marquis struck out a blow with his sword.
”Watch the sword!”
”About time!”
Ge Nie saw that the attack was well-executed and could not help but be impressed. It was apparent that the Marquis was a master swordsman.
Nevertheless, they were fighting in Ge Nie's element. No matter how good the Marquis's swordplay was, Ge Nie would be able to counter it easily.
Ge Nie attacked with some hesitation.
The Marquis, seeing an opportunity, began to force Ge Nie backwards with his swordplay.
”Watch my Zhou Yi Swordplay!”
”Zhou Yi? A swordplay technique derived from the Classic of Changes?”
Ge Nie's eyes were gleaming. The Marquis was within his reach and Ge Nie could easily finish him off with a blow. However, Ge Nie felt inclined to let the Marquis finish displaying his skills so that he could see the swordplay technique in its entirety.
With this in mind, Ge Nie hesitated to make his move once more, which was one of the largest taboos as a swordsman.