843 Ice Amethyst Hell (1/2)

'If he didn't use his hands, did he use his eyes instead?!”

This was Chi Guyan's first surmise, but it was a little too bold and out of this world.

Hence, she didn't hold on to that thought for too long.

However, none of these mattered anymore. What was important was the fact that Fang Zhengzhi actually sent Nangong Hao flying. He was surrounded by countless golden sword radiances as he flew.

There was nothing but silence and shock!

If everyone thought that Fang Zhengzhi was a shameless and crafty fellow at the beginning, their impression of him had definitely changed to a truly terrifying man.

It was his absolute and overpowering strength that changed their minds.

He managed to blow Nangong Hao away with a single strike.

Boom! Nangong Hao crashed onto the ground heavily. The black armor on his body was covered in blood because the Million Sword Illustration had penetrated his body.

”He's wounded?!”

”Is Nangong Hao injured?”

”He's so powerful. How… How did he do that?”

The surrounding disciples glanced at Nangong Hao, who had dropped to the ground, then at Fang Zhengzhi's indifferent expression. They couldn't help but be stunned.

After all, since Nangong Hao's appearance, his terrifying strength had left an impression in everyone's mind.

Yan Qing was defeated even though he had the Indestructible Body. Ping Yang, who had become a Sage at the young age of 16, was also defeated. Even Chi Guyan, the Chosen One, wasn't capable of rivaling Nangong Hao.

In that case, under normal circumstances, there wouldn't be anyone in the Holy Region capable of fighting Nangong Hao.

”Is this guy a Sage too?!”

”I'm afraid that his strength had exceeded a normal Sage!”

”He couldn't possibly be at the peak of Sage State, could he? There are less than 10 people who have achieved the peak of Sage State, but this fellow… Looks like he's only 18 years old!”

No one believed that an 18 years old boy could achieve such a feat because everyone else who had done that was already standing at the top of this world.

For example, Heaven Dao Pavilion's Pavilion Master Mu Qingfeng and the Great Elder, as well as Yin Yang Hall's Hallmaster Dao Hun and Fu Xi Valley's Valley Master Mo Shanshi.

However, every one of them had set up their own sects and became well-respected and worshipped. How could an 'ignorant' 18 years old kid achieve that?

”In less than merely three months, this kid… Has finally grown into someone that I wouldn't dare ignore.” Mu Qingfeng's expression was complicated as he looked at Nangong Hao who had dropped to the ground.

Back in Heaven Dao Pavilion a few months ago, he knew that Fang Zhengzhi's potential could even rival Chi Guyan's if he didn't have a limited time left when he met him for the first time.

However, Fang Zhengzhi was too wild and intractable.

He was completely unrestricted by any boundaries.

Despite that, Mu Qingfeng hesitated about it. Ultimately, he didn't take the last step because all the elders were against it.

They were lucky, but it was a misfortune at the same time.

They were lucky that despite the unhappiness between Heaven Dao Pavilion and Fang Zhengzhi, they didn't end up as mortal enemies that would kill each other.

Unfortunately, a godsend opportunity appeared in front of his eyes and even went up the mountain voluntarily. Yet, he did not seize it.

”Ai…” Mu Qingfeng sighed softly and looked at the elders standing behind him with a regretful expression.

”Pavilion Master, we…”

”We were short-sighted. However, we really didn't expect that kid to survive from that kind of situation…”

Several elders naturally figured out Mu Qingfeng's mind when they saw his expression. In fact, they were equally regretful at this moment.

'Follow the dragon' was a phrase that had always existed in the Imperial Halls. It meant that one must join the side of the prince that had the highest chance of becoming the emperor during the fight for the position.

Once he was successful and the prince became the emperor, he would be considered a meritorious statesman. As long as he didn't commit any outrageous crime, he wouldn't have to worry about the rest of his life.

On the other hand, as a sect…

'Continuity' was the most important aspect.

Unlike how it worked in the dynasties where the emperor's position was always passed down to his descendants, the sect leader's position had always been open for anyone who was capable. A successful 'successor' could ensure that the sect's prosperity for hundreds of years.

For example, Chi Guyan.

She displayed her talent in Great Xia Dynasty when she was 14 years old and claimed the title of Double Dragon Roll Champion with a single long sword, She shocked the entire world.

This happened in Great Xia Dynasty.

However, as a result, Mu Qingfeng personally went to invite Chi Guyan to join Heaven Dao Pavilion. Furthermore, he constructed an isolated and serene courtyard for her and even educated her personally for several years.

Why?

It obviously wasn't because Chi Guyan was Divine Constabulary's Princess. It was because her extraordinary talent meant that she could become a 'successor'.

”If it's meant to be, it will be. If it's not meant to be, it shouldn't be forced.” Mu Qingfeng waved his hand at the elders behind him. Then, he turned towards Chi Guyan and said, ”I believe that Guyan isn't too far from breaking through to the Sage State. Once she becomes a Sage, she could bring glory to our sect too!”

”Yeah, if Guyan becomes a Sage, she wouldn't be weaker than Fang Zhengzhi!”

”That's right!”

A few elders nodded immediately after they heard Mu Qingfeng. Although it was a pity that they couldn't recruit Fang Zhengzhi, Heaven Dao Pavilion's future was still bright as day with Chi Guyan around.

Mu Qingfeng didn't say anything else because there was no point being melancholic now that things had come to this point. The most important thing now was defeating Nangong Hao and figuring out how he got out of Heaven-Receiving Door, and what exactly had happened to Heaven Dao Pavilion.

In fact…

Fang Zhengzhi seemed to be the only person capable of doing that now.

Boom! There was another loud bang because Fang Zhengzhi arrived in front of Nangong Hao once again after he had crashed onto the ground.

As the saying went, 'kick a man while he's down'.

Fang Zhengzhi knew that from young, so he naturally wouldn't give up on such a good opportunity. He sent Nangong Hao flying with a kick again.

”Hao'er!” Nangong Tian exclaimed as he clearly couldn't accept this sudden change in the situation. His face was full of concern and worry.

Fang Zhengzhi was obviously ignoring the noises around him. What he needed to do now was to take Nangong Hao down in one swift motion.

He threw a punch again.

It was right in front of Nangong Hao's face instantaneously.

However, when his fist was less than an inch away from Nangong Hao's face, it was stopped by a sword.

Boom! A bloody light burst into the sky.