The lingering sword qi shattered the butterflies filling the sky one by one.
Lin Xian'er's figure was forced to appear.
"It's over, Sister Xian'er."
Gu Xun'er held her long sword vertically, the sharp sword light piercing through the void.
She did not hesitate, urging the long sword and slashing at the place where Lin Xian'er appeared.
Whoosh!
Lin Xian'er's body scattered into a cloud of poisonous mist again.
Gu Xun'er's face turned red visibly to the naked eye.
Deceived again!
"Damn it!"
"Sister, how many more times can you use such a move?"
Gu Xun'er formed a seal with one hand, spreading a circle of Dou Qi to search for Lin Xian'er's figure.
The golden Dou Qi spread in the air, and everything it touched had nowhere to hide.
Lin Xian'er sighed softly.
"It seems this is as far as I go."
The poisonous light ball in her hand was only half condensed.
Fighting Gu Xun'er with skills alone would ultimately lead to only one outcome: defeat.
In the face of absolute strength, all schemes and tricks were useless.
"Sky Poison!"
Lin Xian'er threw the semi-finished poisonous light ball.
Gu Xun'er aimed her sword light at the target and tore apart the poisonous light with one slash.
The golden sword qi quickly arrived in front of Lin Xian'er.
"Blue Sky Coiling Dragon Shield!"
A cyan dragon shadow formed a shield, blocking the golden sword light. Lin Xian'er flew backward and crashed into the bamboo forest.
Gu Xun'er dispersed the long sword in her hand and flew quickly to where Lin Xian'er fell to check her condition.
For the last blow, she had indeed used a bit too much force.
Although not fatal, it would be very painful if hit solidly.
However, before Gu Xun'er could get close, she suddenly felt a powerful force erupting from the dust.
Boom!
A phoenix cry rang out, and bright yellow light shone.
Click, click.
A set of bright yellow armor walked out of the dust.
Sky Phoenix Armor!
["Xian'er, this is a gift from Master. You can try using it when you go back."
"If you encounter a powerful opponent, it might serve as a weapon to turn the tables."
"Really! Then can I defeat Xun'er?"
"Well, perhaps."]
A trace of surprise flashed in Gu Xun'er's eyes. Seeing the cultivation erupting from Lin Xian'er that was in no way inferior to her own, she knew the battle was not over yet.
"Weapon refining..."
The method of making such high-level armor was once a unique skill of the Xiao Clan.
Just like the formations of the Gu Clan and the soul skills of the Hun Clan, they were all unique skills within the family.
Although each clan dabbled in hundreds of skills and the Gu Clan also knew weapon refining, when it came to the peak, they were still inferior to the Xiao Clan back then.
"Xun'er, sorry, you are too strong. I can only use this method to continue fighting with you."
Inside the armor, Lin Xian'er's voice came out.
"You don't need to hold back anymore. I know your strength is more than just this bit."
"Let me see the strength of the most outstanding genius of the ancient families."
Lin Xian'er extended her hand, assuming a welcoming stance.
Gu Xun'er pursed her lips slightly. Her body no longer controlled the speed of descent but stopped directly in mid-air.
A circle of spatial ripples spread from her feet, and Gu Xun'er raised her golden eyes.
"Sister, you surprised me. With such strength, there shouldn't be many opponents for you on the entire continent at the same realm."
Fifth seal, unlock!
Behind Gu Xun'er, five long swords of different styles slowly condensed in the golden flames.
An incomparably domineering aura radiated from Gu Xun'er.
At a viewing spot in the distance, Mu Qingluan swallowed her saliva.
"It's not over yet?"
"And looking at this posture, it seems they just started getting serious."
"Too terrifying..."
A small Northwest Continent actually harbored such experts.
"Heaven Demon Phoenix."
A smile appeared in Zi Yan's eyes.
"He actually made it into armor."
The Ancient Void Dragon had been rivals with the Heaven Demon Phoenix a long time ago.
The two forces fought for ten thousand years, but neither truly defeated the other.
seeing the Heaven Demon Phoenix turned into this state now, Zi Yan felt like laughing.
Since the Ancient Dragon Island split, the Ancient Void Dragon rarely appeared on the Dou Qi Continent.
Therefore, the Heaven Demon Phoenix had regained the position of the overlord of magical beasts in recent centuries.
Learning this, Zi Yan was still somewhat unhappy.
After all, when the Ancient Void Dragon was powerful before, the Heaven Demon Phoenix was their food.
Lin Xian'er took a deep breath. She hadn't used the power of the armor many times.
The main drive of the armor core used soul power. With Lin Xian'er's current soul realm not yet breaking through to the Spirit Realm, she couldn't persist for too long, so she had to end the battle quickly.
Lin Xian'er stomped her foot, turning into a bright yellow light, instantly appearing beside Gu Xun'er.
With the blessing of the armor, her speed became terrifying.
Even Gu Xun'er almost didn't react.
Boom!
A broad and thick greatsword blocked Gu Xun'er's side. Heavy force transmitted, and both retreated backward.
"This sword is named Dark Mountain (Xuan Yue). Not fast, but powerful and fierce."
Gu Xun'er calmly introduced the name of the greatsword in her hand.
"Good name."
Lin Xian'er raised her right hand. On the right arm armor, yellow patterns began to shine.
"Sky Phoenix · Claw Pattern."
Swish.
Three claw marks tore through space, slashing towards Gu Xun'er.
Clang!
Dark Mountain blocked the claw strike horizontally. Gu Xun'er seized the gap in Lin Xian'er's attack and launched a counterattack.
"Returning it to you!"
Dark Mountain spun around, then slashed out a heavy yellow sword qi.
Lin Xian'er's figure flickered, turning into three clone phantoms in mid-air, clawing out simultaneously.
Dozens of claw shadows flashed across the air. Extreme speed erupted with unparalleled advantage. Gu Xun'er, holding Dark Mountain, was still beaten back steadily.
Clang!
Gu Xun'er put her sword fingers together, mobilizing the second sharp sword.
Swish swish swish!
A small golden short sword danced rapidly in the air, weaving a messy yet beautiful picture.
"This sword is named Jade Sky (Bi Kong)!"
Average power, but winning with extraordinary speed.
The speed advantage Lin Xian'er had fought hard to gain gradually retreated to its original form under this Jade Sky.
"Sigh."
Lin Xian'er sighed lightly.
Facing the fully liberated Gu Xun'er, even summoning the Sky Phoenix Armor now, she still couldn't possess a clear advantage.
Although she could stalemate with Gu Xun'er now, once the armor's time limit was reached, she would have no chance to turn the tables.
Must press on without letup; cannot give Xun'er time to build an advantage.
Two mysterious golden swords had already brought great threat to Lin Xian'er. The remaining three would likely be more troublesome one after another.
Having made up her mind, Lin Xian'er urged all the power of the armor, preparing for a final gamble.
Powerful Dou Qi churned in her body, and the Sky Phoenix Armor burst out with dazzling divine light.
Gu Xun'er withdrew her long sword, stepping in mid-air, like a peerless female sword immortal.
"Planning to decide the outcome with one move?"
Gu Xun'er whispered softly.
"Good, I'll accompany you!"
The five golden swords quietly dissipated. Gu Xun'er formed mysterious seals with her hands, and a golden formation opened behind her back.
"Open Mountain, Overturn Sea, Overturn Earth, Annihilate Heaven!"
The first four seals of the Emperor Seal Formula were launched one by one. Gu Xun'er's voice became more majestic, and the formation behind her expanded larger and larger.
"Ancient Emperor!"
Fifth seal, Ancient Emperor Seal!
Once this seal came out, the color of the world changed.
This move had already touched the category of Heaven Rank Dou Skills.
Zi Yan and the other two tacitly retreated another distance.
Now they had to stand on high ground to see the battle between Lin Xian'er and Gu Xun'er.
"This is too outrageous, right?"
"Is it necessary to fight to this extent?"
Just a battle at the Dou Ancestor level, yet even Heaven Rank Dou Skills were used.
You know, in the common sense of the cultivation world, one had to at least reach the Dou Venerate realm to display Heaven Rank Dou Skills.
"Hoo!"
Looking at the huge golden handprint in the sky, Lin Xian'er exhaled a long breath, her hands forming a dragon claw-like seal.
Cyan Dou Qi flowed at her fingertips, and a layer of faint scales emerged.
"Azure Dragon Sky Tearing Claw!"
Buzz!
A cyan dragon phantom emerged from behind Lin Xian'er. Accompanied by the cry of the Sky Phoenix, strange phenomena also appeared between heaven and earth.
"Another Heaven Rank Dou Skill!"
Mu Qingluan was stunned.
Seeing two Heaven Rank Dou Skills in one day was truly a feast for the eyes.
In mid-air, a look of surprise flashed in Gu Xun'er's eyes again.
Lin Xian'er had brought her enough surprises, but she seemed to always be able to create miracles again.
Being able to display a Heaven Rank Dou Skill at the Dou Emperor cultivation was enough to prove her excellence.
This wasn't something that could be displayed just by relying on the armor's blessing.
Any Heaven Rank Dou Skill required arduous personal cultivation.
Just as the two surging auras confronted each other, Han Feng appeared at the position where Zi Yan and the others were watching the battle.
"You guys are standing far enough."
Han Feng said.
"Ah!"
The three girls turned their heads abruptly at this time, only to find that Han Feng had already arrived beside them.
"Senior Brother, you finally came!"
Mu Qingluan was the first to shout.
"Sister Xian'er and Sister Xun'er are fighting too intensely. The next move is even fiercer; heaven and earth phenomena have appeared!"
Han Feng looked at the situation in the distance.
"Indeed a bit excessive. Didn't know to find a better place. My bamboo forest will have to be replanted."
"Ah?"
Mu Qingluan was stunned.
"Alright, close your eyes later. The fluctuation might be a bit big."
As the voice fell, Han Feng disappeared from the spot.
The Ancient Emperor Seal descended from the sky, and the Azure Dragon spiraled up.
The moment the two Dou Skills collided, a dazzling light bloomed.
With this, the whole city knew about the commotion here.
Amidst the wrestling of two forces, Lin Xian'er let out a helpless sigh.
Unexpectedly, even using her full strength in the end, she still failed to defeat Gu Xun'er.
Teacher was right; the genius of the Gu Clan was terrifyingly strong.
Just as the residual force of the Ancient Emperor Seal was about to fall on Lin Xian'er, Han Feng reached out and grasped.
In an instant, all the surging energy fluctuations between heaven and earth calmed down.
"Master?"
Lin Xian'er opened her eyes and looked at the newcomer in surprise.
"Now you know Xun'er's strength, right?"
Han Feng smiled.
Lin Xian'er nodded.
"Master, Xun'er is so amazing. Even using the Sky Phoenix Armor, I couldn't beat her."
"Armor is just an external object after all, and your soul power hasn't reached the Spirit Realm. It's normal not to win."
Han Feng didn't take this matter to heart at all.
His disciple losing to the Gu Clan Goddess seemed like no big deal to him.
Being able to persist in Gu Xun'er's hands for so long was already amazing.
Although it was undeniable that the gap between the two was gradually widening.
But there was really no need to be discouraged because of this.
Han Feng touched Lin Xian'er's head.
"Go rest well. You must be tired out today."
A smile appeared at the corner of Lin Xian'er's mouth. She slowly closed her eyes and naturally lay in Han Feng's arms.
"Mr. Han."
Gu Xun'er put away all her power and came to Han Feng carefully.
"What's wrong? A look like admitting a mistake."
Gu Xun'er pursed her lips and said softly:
"I was a bit too serious just now."
Han Feng laughed: "Serious is good. Now, probably only you can make Xian'er lose so convincingly."
Is she really convinced?
Gu Xun'er glanced at Lin Xian'er sleeping in Han Feng's arms and slandered inwardly.
"To what extent have you mastered the Gold Emperor Burning Heavens Flame?"
Han Feng asked.
"Already able to master half of its power. Thanks to Mr. Han's previous guidance; otherwise, I wouldn't have my current strength."
"Even without me, you are still the number one genius of the Gu Clan."
Han Feng said, "Don't let down your talent."
"I saw your battle today. The handling of many timings was not very appropriate. It might be because you have too few opportunities to duel with others normally."
Gu Xun'er nodded.
She indeed rarely fought with people, especially after returning to the Gu Clan, she was devoted to cultivation and didn't see people much.
Han Feng suddenly thought of something and asked, "Want me to find you an opponent?"
"For me?"
Gu Xun'er was somewhat surprised.
Could there be experts other than Lin Xian'er?
"What do you think of Zi Yan?"
Han Feng named the candidate.
"Someone from the Ancient Void Dragon clan?"
Gu Xun'er remembered Zi Yan's origin.
In terms of background, as the former overlord of the magical beast world, the Ancient Void Dragon still carried weight.
Zi Yan and Gu Xun'er were opposites, two extremes.
She hated cultivation the most, but was very active in fighting monsters and hunting for treasures usually.
In terms of actual combat, magical beasts grew faster in slaughter.
Relying solely on instinct, they could unleash many fatal moves that killed in one strike.
"I have no objection, just don't know if Zi Yan is willing."
"She will definitely be willing."
Han Feng said.
Didn't he understand that girl?
Unwilling meant nothing more than not enough pills given.
"Alright, you go back and rest too. You guys fought too intensely today."
Han Feng looked at the messy surroundings.
Gu Xun'er smiled embarrassedly.
"Mr. Han, I'll clean up for you."
"No need. This is actually quite good."
Han Feng laughed.
He pointed to the large patch of bamboo forest cut off by the sword qi, "Maybe this place will become a scenic spot for everyone to observe in the future."
This was slashed out by the Gu Clan Goddess, Gu Xun'er, using the fourth-ranked Gold Emperor Burning Heavens Flame.
Just the residual sword qi on it was enough for cultivators to study carefully for half a lifetime.
If conditions permitted in the future, letting Gu Xun'er come regularly to replenish the sword qi, this place might even turn into a place for passing down the Dao.
Han Feng left holding Lin Xian'er.
Gu Xun'er watched the two leave, suddenly feeling a bit strange in her heart.
Why does it feel like this battle, won, but also seems lost?
What's the situation?
Gu Xun'er sighed helplessly.