Terrifying Strength, Killing Strong Enemies

The sound echoed in the sky as Elder Ziji, enraged, quickly headed towards the Ye family.

Nearby, another protector, seeing this, brought Yang Feng along in pursuit.

However, Ye Daocang, already in action, was not one to heed others' words.

With one sword strike, the terrifying power of the Heavenly Grade Martial Skill – Azure Lotus Sword Art – spread across the entire scene.

Brilliant and overwhelming killing moves surged, and the sword's aura flooded half the sky.

Seeing this, the protector's face changed drastically. At this moment, let alone shouting, he couldn't even move.

It was only now that he realized how terrifying Ye Wushuang was—so terrifying that it made him tremble in fear.

Facing this sword, his eyes widened in horror as he screamed, "No!"

A miserable cry echoed, and in the next moment, the fearsome azure lotus sword light obliterated him completely.

Then, in front of the thousands of people, a body fell from the sky.

Thus, a protector, a master of the fifth level, was slain by a single sword strike from Ye Daocang!

In that moment, everyone within the Ye family was thrilled, their morale soaring.

Ye Daocang's aura surged into the stars, an overwhelming and terrifying pressure swept into the heavens, causing everyone to tremble.

At the same time, in the skies above the Ye family, the figure of Elder Ziji appeared, exuding the force of a master at the ninth level, intending to suppress the entire scene.

Looking at the protector who had just been killed, his heart was filled with both anger and shock.

He could never have imagined that the protector of his Zilin Sect would die in such an insignificant little county.

Though the Zilin Sect was powerful and vast, this loss was still painful.

At this moment, he was furious beyond words, his terrifying aura exploding as he confronted Ye Daocang.

"You insolent fool! When this elder tells you to stop, are you deaf?"

The thunderous voice caused the winds and clouds to change, leaving many faces pale.

Having just slain a protector at the fifth level, now a ninth-level master was here!

Ye Daocang stepped forward to confront Elder Ziji, a cold, mocking smile tugging at his lips.

"And who do you think you are, to make the head of the Ye family stop?"

Hiss!

At these words, the people around couldn't help but gasp.

Elder Ziji's fame spread across countless counties surrounding Donglai Prefecture.

But no one could have imagined that Ye Daocang, the head of the Ye family, would dare speak to him like this.

Elder Ziji was momentarily stunned. After roaming Donglai Prefecture for decades, this was the first time anyone had spoken to him in such a manner.

But what followed immediately was a surge of furious rage.

"Very well! Very well! I didn't expect that after all these years, people in Donglai Prefecture have forgotten the might of this elder! A mere seventh-level master dares to provoke me?"

Without another word, he stepped forward, his aura fully unleashed, and threw a powerful punch.

"Worm! Kneel!"

Boom!

True energy burst forth, forming a massive fist that rushed toward Ye Daocang, intent on crushing him.

This strike was dozens of times more powerful than the previous protector's attack.

The power of a ninth-level master was indeed terrifying!

For a moment, everyone began to worry for Ye Daocang.

However, facing this blow, Ye Daocang's expression remained unchanged from beginning to end.

With the Azure Cloud Sword in hand, he swung his blade, the terrifying sword aura shaking the heavens.

Clang!

Sword intent filled the air, forcing everyone to bow their heads!

With one sword strike, he instantly shattered Elder Ziji's fist, obliterating it on the spot!

Elder Ziji's face changed dramatically, a trace of disbelief flickering in his eyes.

He hadn't expected his proud killing move to be easily destroyed by a mere seventh-level master!

After breaking through the attack, Ye Daocang's expression remained unchanged.

"Since you've attacked me, allow me to return the favor. Take this strike from me—Azure Lotus Bloom!"

Whoosh!

Clang!

As the sword soared, a lotus blossom bloomed in the air, unleashing countless sword energies. At the moment the lotus fully opened, a wave of sword energy carrying boundless intent shot straight toward Elder Ziji!

Elder Ziji's eyes widened in horror, a flash of terror crossing his face.

Faced with the threat of death, he unleashed his full strength in a desperate counterattack!

"Heaven-shaking Strike, break for me!"

With gauntlets on his fists, he punched the air, and an overwhelming energy, far surpassing his previous attack, surged toward Ye Daocang.

Sword and fist collided directly.

Boom!

The ground trembled, and in the next moment, a figure was sent flying through the air, coughing up blood.

Everyone turned their eyes in shock, only to find that the one injured was none other than Elder Ziji!

This realization left the crowd in stunned silence.

As his body hit the ground, Elder Ziji spat out another mouthful of blood.

At that moment, everyone noticed a deep sword wound across Elder Ziji's chest, with blood flowing relentlessly.

All eyes now rested on Ye Daocang, who stood there holding his sword, his presence overwhelming, leaving everyone speechless.

In an inconspicuous corner, Ye Chen, observing Ye Daocang's Azure Lotus Sword Art, felt countless insights rising in his heart.

Having been guided by Ye Daocang, this legendary prodigy had, in just twenty days, advanced to the fourth level of the acquired stage, with combat power rivaling those of the eighth level.

At this moment, witnessing the Azure Lotus Bloom move, he felt his understanding of swordsmanship rise to a new level.

"What was that strange sword technique? Could it be... the one spoken of in legends?"

In an instant, he closed his eyes, beginning to digest Ye Daocang's sword move.

But at this moment, no one paid him any attention. All eyes were focused on Ye Daocang.

Ye Daocang, his expression unchanged, walked forward with his sword in hand. His middle-aged, authoritative gaze fell upon Elder Ziji.

"Now, between you and me, who is truly the worm?"

Ye Daocang's words echoed the insult Elder Ziji had hurled at him earlier.

However, at this moment, Elder Ziji had no response. Clutching his chest, he could only feel his injuries, staring at Ye Daocang in horror.

"You… you actually comprehended sword intent. How is that possible?"

More than anyone, he understood the significance of sword intent!

Hiss!

These words sent a wave of shock through the crowd once again, and more astonished gazes fell upon Ye Daocang.

Sword intent—that was something of legend!

Across the entire Cangmang Continent, very few could comprehend intent at the mastery level, and yet the head of the Ye family had done it.

"What?! The head of the Ye family has comprehended sword intent? How is that possible?"

"How did he do it?"

"He's been hiding this for a long time, hasn't he? He must have broken through to the mastery level years ago. Otherwise, how could he reach the seventh level in just two months?"

"No wonder he could defeat a ninth-level master like Elder Ziji. It's because he has sword intent on his side!"

"With the power of sword intent, no one at his level could be his match unless they too have comprehended intent!"

"The Zilin Sect has truly bitten off more than they can chew this time!"

The crowd buzzed with conversation, their eyes fixed on Ye Daocang, unable to hide their shock.

Looking at the white-robed figure holding the sword, a flash of admiration flickered in everyone's eyes.

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