With a piercing roar,

strange, illusory chains began to appear on that peculiar mirror.

Seeing this, Xu Yang was shocked and horrified.

That mirror actually reflected the Heaven-Locking Divine Chains invading Li Wang’s body.

Boom—crack!

The mirror shone, dazzling and brilliant.

The Heaven-Locking Divine Chains on its surface shattered in response.

Shattering the imprisonment outright!

On the other side, Shi Haoting was equally unyielding, his momentum dominating all of heaven and earth!

"Dragon Elephant Celestial Spirit, break!"

Shi Haoting roared as the phantom of a dragon-elephant behind him clenched its fist and smashed it down onto him with full force.

Spurt!

The dragon-elephant’s punch pierced right through his body and then dissipated.

All the Heaven-Locking Divine Chains binding him shattered together!

Such methods left everyone from Daqian feeling as if they were dreaming!

The power and methods of Xu Yang—most people had witnessed with their own eyes.

That sealing-the-heavens, locking-the-earth imprisonment secret technique was simply invincible!

But now, it was broken so easily!

It was simply unbelievable!

The two exchanged stares from a distance, their sharp gazes instantly locking onto Xu Yang.

"Kill!"

Xu Yang hid the shock in his eyes; the Blood Saber clanged thunderously.

Boom!

The Blood Evil Realm blanketed the sky and blocked out the sun, scarlet currents swirling, making this world seem flooded by a boundless sea of blood.

The Blood Evil Realm unleashed by the Asura Blood Saber was fully ignited—comparable to a True Lord!

But Li Wang and Shi Haoting were only slightly affected in speed, before exploding with immense impact and tearing through the suppression.

At the same time, Xu Yang’s eyes turned a pure dark gold, and he leapt into the fray.

Clang!

One saber blocked Shi Haoting’s giant fist. Xu Yang’s body twisted eerily like a ghost, then shattered apart in the next instant.

"An afterimage?"

Shi Haoting’s pupils shrank. His muscles suddenly bulged as he crashed sideways without hesitation.

Bang!

Xu Yang struck out with a palm.

"Spirit Lock Seal!"

Spurt!

Shi Haoting spat blood, his eyes wide and round: "You can actually throw my True Essence into chaos—damn it!"

He hurriedly suppressed it.

But Xu Yang twisted through the air, summoning the entire Blood Evil Realm’s force to slash toward Li Wang with his saber.

Li Wang’s heart skipped a beat. Seeing Shi Haoting’s reaction, he grew twice as cautious. Spirit marks surged inside him, condensing once more into a mirror and suspending it overhead.

Boom!

He blocked the saber blow, as Xu Yang’s Spirit Lock Seal slammed down again.

The mirror shattered, blocking him outside.

"It’s just relying on a special secret technique, that’s all." Li Wang sneered.

Suddenly, his whole body trembled, and his features contorted!

"Lock God Seal!"

Xu Yang grinned wide, the Asura Blood Saber howled and burst forth.

Boom!

With a slash, the not-yet-reformed mirror was shattered, the blade falling directly downward.

Bang!

Li Wang was sent flying backward.

Dozens of Heaven-Locking Divine Chains crashed down like lightning.

Li Wang screamed in agony, floundering in misery.

Xu Yang didn’t spare him a glance. He turned, meeting the freed-up Shi Haoting, a smirk tugging at his lips as his aura suddenly soared!

Celestial Brilliance Divine Sky Ten Thousand Seals!

His combat power surged by another thirty percent compared to before!

Swish!

The Blood Saber slashed through the air, drawing all the power of the Blood Evil Realm into its blade, unstoppable!

Shi Haoting’s eyes twitched wildly; his face turned deathly pale as he desperately retreated.

Behind him, the dragon-elephant phantom abruptly solidified, striding forward and appearing in front to bring its twin palms crashing down.

Bang!

The giant dragon-elephant clasped its palms together, fiercely trapping the saber within.

In the next moment—

Boom!

The entire dragon-elephant giant shadow exploded in an instant.

The Blood Saber tore through all resistance like thunder, flashing right before Shi Haoting’s eyes.

"Damn it!"

"Stop!"

"You bastard, weren’t we just sparring for victory and defeat, not life and death!!"

Shi Haoting screeched in terror.

Hum!

The Asura Blood Saber, glowing with bloody light, froze three feet before Shi Haoting’s face.

Shi Haoting’s whole body was rigid, his deathly pale face drenched with droplets of sweat!

Spurt!

A gash was torn across his forehead by an invisible edge, blood dripping steadily down.

Xu Yang suddenly sheathed his saber and stood upright, his aura rapidly drawing in.

Shi Haoting was so relieved he nearly collapsed, his empty mind instantly flooded by the terror of surviving a death ordeal.

Too terrifying!

"Thankfully, I’m not the most miserable one."

Seeing Li Wang badly injured, unable even to stand, Shi Haoting secretly rejoiced.

Then he looked to Xu Yang—calm as clouds and wind!

This guy wasn’t even going all out!

He absolutely had the strength to challenge the top prodigies of the Four Great Clans.

Even if he was still a bit behind the leading talents of the Three Holy Lands, for him to reach this stage in the Great Qian Heaven and Earth without the Source of Spiritual River was outrageous—a total monster!

None of the Spirit Realm experts’ hearts were left undisturbed. At this moment, their gazes toward Xu Yang brimmed with respect and dread, not daring to underestimate or slight him in the least.

Li Wang grit his teeth, utterly despondent and furious!

But his defeat was too miserable. He didn’t even know what threats to shout!

After grinding his teeth, he said coldly, "Bright Mirror Grotto Heaven won’t forgive you for this!"

Xu Yang couldn’t care less and simply let out a casual laugh.

"You’ve won."

Shi Haoting took a deep breath, weakly saying, "But it’s not over yet. I’ll notify the top prodigy of my Battle King Clan to come. If you beat him, you’ll clear the trial completely."

As he spoke, he produced a Communication Spirit Jade.

After a flurry of gestures, about ten breaths passed.

Shi Haoting said in a deep voice, "It’ll take around half a day!"

"As for you lot..."

He swept a glance at the many Martial Artists from Daqian behind him, grinning oddly: "For this guy’s sake, I won’t make a move against you. All of you, enter the Inverted Five Elements Heaven-Slaying City. Whether you survive or not will depend on your own skills."

The crowd stirred in unrest.

Ning Wuyang cast a wary glance at the ancient city, then said in a deep voice, "Xu Yang, I’m heading in with Ziye. If anything unexpected happens, please help look after my master!"

Before Xu Yang had time to answer, Jian Chuan’s voice transmission boomed in both their ears: "You little brat, if you die in there, I’ll come back to Daqian and dig up your parents’ graves! What did I raise, huh?"

Xu Yang’s mouth twitched.

Ning Wuyang’s face was even darker with exasperation.

With a master like this, what could he do?

Even so, his gaze firmed with resolve.

"Take my avatar with you." Xu Yang sent a voice transmission quietly.

Ning Wuyang nodded slightly.

Then, he smiled at Yang Ziye and headed straight for the ancient city.

"Damn it, what’s there to fear? Let’s go."

"To have survived until now is already a stroke of luck. I really want to see what mystery this ancient city holds."

"Mr. Xu, thank you! If I survive, I’ll serve you to my dying day!"

An elder approached, bowed deeply to Xu Yang, and then strode toward the ancient city without hesitation.

More and more Martial Artists moved forward, each passing Xu Yang with a respectful salute.

One after another, all walking steadily toward the ancient city!

Not a single one surrendered!

This scene fell in the eyes of the Spirit Realm experts—their gazes toward Xu Yang grew all the more grave.

This young man is no ordinary figure! 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

"Kid, you’re impressive!"

"However, I suggest you visit the Inverted Five Elements Heaven-Slaying City yourself. If you have what it takes, there are untold benefits to be gained!"

"The top prodigy of my Battle King Clan may be ranked low, but his strength is unfathomable!"

"Also, you’re pretty good—you and my Battle King Clan are friends, not foes!"

Xu Yang’s eyes flickered as he glanced at Shi Haoting without revealing his thoughts.

Shi Haoting grinned widely.

Xu Yang remained inwardly uncertain. Friends, not foes?