Chapter 1177: Chapter 1177: Returning Truth, Challenging an Enemy
The two retreated violently, creating distance between them once more.
The gale formed by their battle still surged wildly, causing their robes to flutter noisily.
"I admit your strength is impressive. I take back my earlier words; you indeed have the qualifications to participate in the competition," Situ Jue said, looking at Xu Nian.
Upon hearing this, Xu Nian laughed.
Situ Jue was really straightforward, but that statement sounded too arrogant.
What qualifications Xu Nian has, does it require your acknowledgment?
"However, if this is all the strength you have, this battle is over," Situ Jue continued.
"Feel free to show your true strength; if you were holding back, so was I," Xu Nian replied with a smile.
"Very well, let me see your true capabilities." Situ Jue shouted loudly, and in the next moment, a long spear appeared in his hand.
With the long spear in hand, Immortal Essence Waves surged explosively, intimidating all directions.
An aura capable of piercing everything pervaded the void, immensely powerful.
"Mixed Element Piercing Profound Argumentation?" Xu Nian showed a hint of surprise.
Unexpectedly, Situ Jue had also comprehended the Mixed Element Piercing Profound Argumentation.
This was the first person Xu Nian had ever seen to dual cultivate and understand two kinds of Profound Argumentation.
"My true strength doesn’t lie in physical combat but in my spear technique. If you can take my spear technique, I will concede," Situ Jue stated.
His long spear rotated, shattering space, with the sharp spear tip exuding a frightening power.
"Mixed Element Penetration Fifth Level Heavens?"
In the distance, Yang Dong’s expression changed instantly; he did not expect Situ Jue’s Mixed Element Piercing Profound Argumentation had also broken through.
Even the Denor Emperor showed a hint of surprise in his eyes.
"This kid has indeed surprised me. With this, the outcome of his battle with Xu Nian is really hard to predict," the Denor Emperor said with a smile.
Yang Dong nodded in agreement, feeling a tremendous pressure as well.
If this continued, Situ Jue would soon catch up with him.
"Cave Void Heaven and Earth!"
With a thrust of his spear, Situ Jue pierced through the void, traversing several hundred meters instantly, thrusting straight at Xu Nian.
Xu Nian was shocked, not expecting Situ Jue’s Mixed Element Piercing to reach such a level, piercing the void along with his spear.
This was equivalent to Instant Teleportation, though the distance was short and could only be accomplished during an attack.
"Buzz!"
The spear tip spun, sharp and menacing, directly targeting Xu Nian’s glabella.
Xu Nian’s eyes flashed with a hint of fierceness, and then he formed his fingers into a sword, thrusting with his fingertips!
"Returning Truth!"
Sword Qi burst forth as Xu Nian’s sword point directly collided with Situ Jue’s spear tip.
"Buzz!"
The Sword Qi and spear tip clashed, creating a dazzlingly beautiful impact wave.
The two forces collided like two meteors crashing into one another, exceptionally spectacular.
"Huh? Dimension Cutting Fifth Level?" The Denor Emperor’s expression changed, showing a look of astonishment.
He never expected Xu Nian to also reach Profound Argumentation Fifth Level, and it was Dimension Cutting Profound Argumentation.
"Boom!"
The power exploded.
The long spear in Situ Jue’s hand shattered instantly, and his whole body was sent flying by the recoil.
Blood spurted from his mouth as he flew backward for several hundred meters.
Xu Nian stood firm like a mountain, his robe fluttering, akin to a Sword Immortal.
"Situ Jue lost?" Yang Dong looked on in astonishment, not expecting Xu Nian to have reached the Profound Argumentation Fifth Level boundary.
"Junior Brother Xu Nian is really surprising. It was said he was at Profound Argumentation Third Level not long ago. How could he advance two levels in just a few months?" Yang Dong was surprised.
The Denor Emperor remarked, "This move of his is far from just Profound Argumentation Fifth Level. It actually holds shadows of Profound Argumentation Ninth Level. If I’m not mistaken, he must have comprehended this move from the Shattering Void Law, otherwise, Profound Argumentation Fifth Level wouldn’t have such power. Although Situ Jue’s long spear isn’t a true Immortal Artifact, it’s not far from one. Xu Nian being able to shatter his weapon means the power is much greater than just Profound Argumentation Fifth Level."
"Profound Argumentation Fifth Level holding shadows of Profound Argumentation Ninth Level? Comprehending such a law? He’s insane!" Yang Dong exclaimed in shock.
"Indeed, quite mad, but it seems he succeeded. Truly a talent from heaven, I presume it was comprehended by his true self," the Denor Emperor said.
He knew Xu Nian had another true self but did not know there was also an Undying Devouring Sky Beast Avatar.
If he knew, he would be even more astonished.
Yang Dong was rendered speechless; only then did he feel the true threat Xu Nian posed.
"I lost!" Situ Jue stood up, clutching his chest.
His quasi-Immortal Artifact weapon shattered, let alone his Invincible Golden Body.
"Thank you for letting me win!" Xu Nian said with a smile.
In truth, he didn’t win this battle easily.
The move Returning Truth could be considered his strongest.
Situ Jue being able to force him to use it showed how strong he really was.
Of course, Xu Nian held no desire to kill; otherwise, it would have been the end with that last move.
"It was my lack of skill, there’s no need for thanks or apologies. I apologize for my previous rudeness; your strength indeed surpasses mine. The Emperor was not mistaken," Situ Jue expressed earnestly.
Xu Nian smiled helplessly; Situ Jue was indeed straightforward.
"Haha, now that the misunderstanding is resolved, you should all get along well. In the coming two months, you’ll face rigorous challenges," the Denor Emperor laughed heartily.
He then handed the Sky-reaching Pill to Xu Nian.
Xu Nian accepted the Pill with delight, feeling happy inside.
"Xu Nian, I didn’t expect your strength to be so strong. Just looking at you makes my hands itch; how about we have a match?" Yang Dong said to Xu Nian with a smile.
"Evil Yang, wasn’t it enough that you bullied me so many times, and now you want to bully Xu Nian? That’s going too far," Situ Jue immediately spoke up for Xu Nian.
That’s just the kind of person he was. Xu Nian won his respect through strength, so past grievances vanished, and he considered Xu Nian a brother from the heart.
Xu Nian was a little surprised; was Yang Dong this strong?
"I’m not bullying him; just since his strength is formidable, I wanted a friendly match," Yang Dong smiled.
"Yang Dong, no fooling around, Xu Nian is not your match now, but two months later may not be the same," the Denor Emperor reprimanded.
Hearing this, Xu Nian immediately understood that Yang Dong’s strength was above his own; otherwise, the Denor Emperor wouldn’t say such words.
This made him instantly curious about just how strong Yang Dong was.
"I was just speaking casually. Given Xu Nian’s talent, I really look forward to a contest with him in two months’ time," Yang Dong chuckled, his eyes filled with a strong fighting spirit as he looked at Xu Nian.
Seeing this gaze, Xu Nian understood immediately that Yang Dong was a battle maniac.
He hadn’t acted before because he didn’t see Xu Nian as worthy of his effort.
But was Yang Dong really that powerful?