Chapter 332: Chapter 329: The Unbridled Five Elements Dominating Body (Part 2)

It was obvious that Huangfu Yu was at a disadvantage in his first direct clash with Mo Qi’s main body.

The Asura Sword had actually been suppressed by an unremarkable black kitchen knife!

Not only was Huangfu Yu himself stunned, but the many experts observing from the shadows were also staring in utter disbelief.

This was especially true for the ones who had favored Huangfu Yu the most.

What a slap in the face.

That was the Asura Sword!

Even if it was just a manifestation of its aura, its power was already comparable to an Immortal Artifact!

All eyes fell on the kitchen knife in Mo Qi’s hand, and everyone began to speculate about its origin.

Huangfu Yu’s face burned with humiliation!

If his long, drawn-out battle with the External Incarnation had been excusable, this was a genuine head-on clash.

He had even used the Asura Sword, yet he still couldn’t defeat Mo Qi. He was even on the losing end!

Most importantly, Huangfu Yu knew that the experts from the other families in the Hall of Envoys were watching.

He wasn’t just losing face for himself, but for the entire Huangfu Family!

If word of this got out, his master would never let him off easy, given his personality.

’This can’t go on. I have to turn the tide of this battle immediately!’

Even now, Huangfu Yu refused to admit that he was no match for Mo Qi.

He didn’t think Mo Qi was that strong, merely that his methods were a bit bizarre.

’Since he focuses on the speed of his Sword Technique and is unwilling to summon his Grotto Heaven, fine. I’ll just crush him with absolute power!’

With that thought, Huangfu Yu gave the Asura Sword a sharp shake. The longsword, originally three feet long and about two inches wide, instantly expanded, transforming into a giant sword nearly ten feet long and a foot wide.

A bloody aura spilled from the blade, burning like a fire.

Mo Qi looked tiny in front of the massive sword.

THUD!

The tip of the sword struck the ground, causing the earth to tremble and stirring up a cloud of dust.

"Asura Triple Slash!"

Huangfu Yu let out a low roar, dragging the giant sword with one hand as he charged forward, gathering momentum.

As he closed in on Mo Qi, he suddenly leaped high into the air. He swung his arm in a great arc, raising the giant sword and bringing it crashing down on Mo Qi.

Descending along with the giant sword was Huangfu Yu’s Grotto Heaven!

Mo Qi’s smile vanished, his expression turning grave.

Of course he knew what Huangfu Yu was planning.

Powerful as the Nine Transformations into Spirit was, it couldn’t possibly allow him to overcome the gap of an entire Great Realm and match Huangfu Yu in a contest of pure strength.

But since he dared to face Huangfu Yu head-on, he naturally had his own source of confidence.

He recalled his Obsidian Kitchen Knife, planted his feet slightly apart, and crossed his hands above his head. With a single thought, every fiber of his flesh and every wisp of his power was once again connected by the Breath of Life.

The Giant Tree Illusion reappeared.

Countless roots extended from beneath Mo Qi’s feet, anchoring themselves in the void.

CLANG!

The Protective Battle Armor shifted, reinforcing his joints and vital points. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Not only did it defend against the impending damage, but it also provided powerful support, elevating his physical strength to a new level!

CLANG!

The Asura Giant Sword slammed viciously onto Mo Qi’s crossed forearms, releasing a deafening ring.

The Obsidian Battle Armor was indestructible, so the Asura Giant Sword—which was merely a manifestation of aura—could not break through its defense.

But the truly lethal aspect wasn’t the edge of the Asura Giant Sword, but its immense, tyrannical force!

This was precisely Huangfu Yu’s goal.

Although the Obsidian Battle Armor’s defense was unparalleled, it couldn’t possibly negate one hundred percent of the external force.

Even if it could negate 50, 60, or even 70 percent of the force, the remainder would be enough to annihilate Mo Qi.

The thought was a pleasant one, but reality was cruel.

The force that passed through the Obsidian Battle Armor didn’t impact Mo Qi directly. Instead, it was absorbed by the Giant Tree Illusion behind him.

VMMMM!

The Giant Tree Illusion had a complex network of gnarled roots and countless branches.

Its canopy, lush and vast enough to cover the sky, trembled violently from the incoming force.

For a moment, the entire colossal tree—every branch, every leaf, every fiber of its being—took part in dispersing the force.

Where did this Giant Tree Illusion come from?

It was something Mo Qi had seized through his own "hard work"—which consisted mainly of eating, supplemented by a bit of struggle—by wrenching it directly from the very origin of the Five Elements Tree seedling!

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call it the second coming of the Five Elements Tree in the mortal world!

And so, in the blink of an eye, the impact from the Asura Giant Sword simply vanished into thin air.

Mo Qi took Huangfu Yu’s first slash without so much as a tremor in his arms.

It had been so effortless that even he was surprised.

Seeing this, Huangfu Yu withdrew the Asura Giant Sword and, with a powerful twist, swung the massive blade around for a second slash.

"CLANG!"

This time, the Asura Giant Sword crashed down on Mo Qi’s shoulder.

But Mo Qi didn’t even flinch. He remained in the same posture, not having moved his feet even half a step.

It wasn’t until Huangfu Yu raised his sword for the third strike that Mo Qi realized his opponent had changed targets.

He hastily lowered his crossed arms.

How awkward.

However, the most embarrassed one wasn’t Mo Qi, but Huangfu Yu.

Was there anything more infuriating than your attack landing squarely on an enemy, only for them to not feel a thing?

He felt an overwhelming urge to curse.

’What the fuck are you wearing, the shell of a Black Tortoise Divine Beast? Could you *be* any tougher?’

He had no idea that Mo Qi’s ability to so easily withstand the "Asura Triple Slash" wasn’t entirely due to the Obsidian Battle Armor. On the contrary, the Giant Tree Illusion deserved even more of the credit.

Unsurprisingly, the final strike of the "Asura Triple Slash" also failed to harm Mo Qi.

In fact, it was Huangfu Yu who was becoming exhausted. Wielding the Asura Giant Sword consumed a tremendous amount of stamina.

’What in the world is that incarnation of his made of? How can it possibly block the attacks of my Asura Sword?’

’For a mere ant from the Mortal District to possess such a Precious Treasure... it’s simply inconceivable!’

A thousand thoughts raced through Huangfu Yu’s mind, and he immediately made a connection to Jin Sanpang, Liu Hui, and Liu Ruyan.

Because of this, instead of being distressed by another failure in the fight, a look of delighted surprise appeared on his face.

’It seems the Treasure the Saint Ancestors are searching for really did end up in the Mountain and Sea Empire! Otherwise, how could a single Mortal District suddenly produce so many people with such peerless talent!’

’This boy’s incarnation is most likely a gift from that Treasure!’

’If I can obtain that Treasure, won’t the entire world be mine to command!’

While Huangfu Yu was lost in his wild, greedy fantasies, Mo Qi was silently experiencing the miraculous sensation from the Giant Tree Illusion.

’With the Incarnation Battle Armor protecting me and the Giant Tree Illusion to rely on, I’m completely safe as long as no external force can shake their foundations. This is practically invincible!’

Mo Qi knew he had gained immense benefits from his trip to the Ancient Ruins, and his strength had taken a qualitative leap forward.

But he hadn’t had a chance to test it before, so he never knew the Giant Tree Illusion would be this powerful.

’It comes from the Five Elements Tree and gives me the foundation to stand unyielding. I’ll call this technique the Five Elements Dominating Body!’