He merged with the Ghost Leopard, appearing both human and leopard-like, and in the flash of firestone, faced Lu Qingshan's thrusting longsword with his own right palm.
Just as those observing cultivators had said, he could withstand dozens of Lu Qingshan's sword strikes, but Lu Qingshan's physical body could not endure even one of his blows.
Therefore, he prepared to trade palm for sword with Lu Qingshan.
Body cultivation in close combat relied on one's own powerful physical body, with the idea of 'you can't kill me, so I'll kill you', allowing a high margin for error.
Sword cultivation in close combat, however, depended on unparalleled explosive power and strong technique.
In terms of aesthetics and difficulty, naturally, sword cultivators had the upper hand, but they could not afford the slightest mistake; it's like dancing on the blade of a knife.