The two men faced each other, neither willing to concede at this moment.
However, the ultimate outcome was something no one could clearly discern.
Chen Fan looked at the man before him, the Tian Cong Yun sword in his hand radiating battle intent. The previous fight had merely been an appetizer for him.
"You should understand that you are no longer my match. With your current abilities, how can you possibly suppress me?" Chen Fan looked at him as if at a pathetic worm.
He naturally held no good feelings towards the people of the Kunlun Secret Realm.
Especially after Ji Liuzi had spoken of certain matters concerning the Kunlun Secret Realm, Chen Fan had gained some understanding of the situation.
This had further worsened his perception of these individuals.
His current visit was with the intent of completely eradicating them.
Therefore, at this moment, his fighting spirit was soaring.
"Young friend, I have come today only to urge you to stop here. Proceeding further will bring you no benefit!" the man said to him calmly.
"From what you're saying, I should be thanking you for blocking me today?" Chen Fan sneered.
In this situation, it would be effortless for him to break through. This man, even if he wanted to stop him, would be unable to.
This was why he was speaking such words at this juncture, appearing righteous and seemingly for his own good.
In reality, he merely wanted to dissuade Chen Fan from his invasion.
"All worldly affairs have their cause and effect. Little friend Chen, I know you are here to save your friend, but if you continue forward, it will do her no good at all."
"Are all the words to be spoken by your Kunlun Secret Realm people? If everyone were to act according to your wishes, then what need would there be to pursue fairness and justice in this world!" He let out a cold laugh, yet maintained his previous stance.
No matter what, he could not easily forgive these people for their actions in this matter.
Therefore, even if it were difficult today, he was still determined to charge in with all his might.
"It seems I cannot make you understand!" The man glanced behind him. Everything had already begun to set in motion, and his stopping here was merely to buy time.
He understood that the young man before him would not listen to his words.
To outsiders, the past actions of the Kunlun Secret Realm appeared to be akin to heretical practices.
But only he knew.
While there were individual reasons behind it, most of it was already fated.
Destiny.
It was decreed by heaven.
"Indeed, no matter what you say today, I will not believe you! Hearing a hundred times is not as good as seeing once. Today, I will see for myself what this Kunlun Secret Realm of yours is truly about!" Chen Fan declared, raising the Tian Cong Yun sword in his hand.
In an instant, heaven and earth changed color.
Within this small illusion, his aura began to subtly influence the surrounding dreamscape.
The man's expression changed slightly.
It was clear that facing such a youth, he felt a degree of surprise.
Under these circumstances, he realized that it would be difficult to stop Chen Fan any longer.
"Very well. I did not expect to resolve this karmic debt by coming here today. Since you have such strong opinions about us, then let us settle this with our skills. If you truly can defeat me, then what is it to give you a glimpse of my Kunlun Secret Realm? However… I will fight with my life!"
The man knew that what was happening behind him was of utmost importance. The item on that girl’s person concerned the entire world.
The Kunlun Secret Realm had gone to great lengths for this matter, with even its elders personally involved.
This demonstrated the gravity of the situation.
Yet, despite this, the man before him still did not fully comprehend what was being said.
However, for them, all of this was no longer important.
Chen Fan raised his broadsword, smiled at him, and said, "My sword does not strike nameless ghosts. State your name."
"Kunlun Secret Realm, Wang Ye."
Wang Ye spread his hands and took a deep breath.
Truly wonderful.
The feeling of being alive.
In the next moment, his eyes instantly turned crimson. With a roar, his true qi erupted, forming sword energy that stirred the plants and trees throughout the illusion.
A colossal Dharma image appeared behind him.
It was a handsome man in flowing green robes, wielding a celestial sword.
Chen Fan looked up at the massive Dharma image before him.
The Kunlun Secret Realm had not sent any mere gatekeepers to stop him this time.
Wang Ye was strong.
However, compared to Chen Fan's current strength, he was still lacking. But as a member of the younger generation, he was already considered a formidable genius.
"Young friend, be careful. My Dharma Image of Heaven and Earth is unlike others. If I am defeated by you today, I may very well perish. If you leave now, it will be good for both of us!"
"Impossible!" Chen Fan refused decisively. He then gripped his sword with both hands and began to run rapidly.
His speed increased with every step.
The Tian Cong Yun sword in his hand continuously emitted an eerie crimson glow as he ran.
Seeing Chen Fan's resolute stance, Wang Ye sighed helplessly.
He had originally hoped to negotiate with this man at this point.
But looking at his demeanor, he likely wouldn't be given the chance.
Therefore, at this moment, they had only one option left.
If so.
Then let them fight.
The effect that the Tian Cong Yun sword could unleash was likely beyond the imagination of ordinary people.
The Dharma image moved, sword in hand. The moment it raised its sword, Chen Fan clearly felt the surrounding air become significantly thinner.
He was truly a formidable opponent.
To achieve such an effect so quickly under these circumstances.
Drawing spiritual energy from the air.
The powerful pressure was so intense it made one feel suffocated. A single strike like this could achieve such a feat.
It was evident that Wang Ye's skills and abilities were of the highest caliber.
And at this moment, Chen Fan certainly could not let this matter rest.
His opponent was strong, but he was no less so.
On the contrary, he was now more steadfast in his belief that no matter who stood in his path, he would defeat them.
Rumble.
The sword in the Dharma image's hand descended.
Heaven and earth showed celestial phenomena, and thunder roared.
It was as if a fierce wind and torrential rain were about to arrive.
Chen Fan's expression was solemn. Facing this man, he dared not be negligent in the slightest.
The Tian Cong Yun sword was raised.
Although the two swords were of different sizes, the Dharma image's attack was indeed blocked by Chen Fan.
A deafening roar echoed through the heavens and earth.
It sounded like an ancient bell, sealed for many years, being struck at that very moment.