The intense battle between Chen Mo and the four Grandmasters of the Azure Cloudy Sect raged on, but it was becoming increasingly evident that the elders were at a disadvantage. Their coordinated attacks were relentless, yet Chen Mo met each one with overwhelming force.
In the crowd, whispers spread like wildfire.
"I can't believe it! This young man alone is pushing back four elders of the Azure Cloudy Sect!" one person murmured in awe.
"Right? This is insane!" another whispered, their voice trembling with disbelief.
Luo Qing, the Sect Master, watched the scene with growing frustration. His face darkened as he saw his elders continuously pushed back by a junior, humiliating his sect in front of so many witnesses. Unable to bear it any longer, he shouted, "Enough!"
The elders froze mid-movement as Luo Qing's commanding voice cut through the chaos.
"Step back," he ordered. "I will deal with him myself."
"But Sect Master—" one elder began, only to be silenced by Luo Qing's icy glare.
"I said step back! You've embarrassed me long enough," Luo Qing growled.
Reluctantly, the elders retreated, making way for their Sect Master. Luo Qing stepped forward, his imposing aura pressing down on everyone present. He fixed his gaze on Chen Mo.
"Brat, it seems I underestimated you. Even as a Grandmaster, your battle power surpasses your realm. Impressive... but that's all there is to it. Against me, you're still nothing."
Chen Mo met Luo Qing's words with a cold, unwavering glare.
"Stop talking, old dog. Are you attacking or not?"
The crowd gasped at Chen Mo's audacity. Luo Qing's expression twisted in anger.
"Arrogant brat! It seems you don't understand the difference between a Spirit Realm powerhouse and a mere Grandmaster. Today, I will teach you!"
Luo Qing launched himself at Chen Mo, his movements swift and deadly. The battle between the two began, The sheer intensity of their clash left the spectators awestruck. At first, Chen Mo held his ground, his strength defying the limitations of his cultivation. But as the fight progressed, the power disparity became evident. Luo Qing's Spirit Realm mastery allowed him to harness energy from his entire body, far beyond the limits of a Grandmaster. Slowly but surely, he began to push Chen Mo back.
"You see the difference now?" Luo Qing sneered arrogantly as he forced Chen Mo into a defensive stance. "Surrender, and I may spare you from further torment."
Chen Mo's laughter rang out, sharp and chilling. "Spirit Realm powerhouses truly are something... but it's still not enough."
Before anyone could react, Chen Mo pulled a sword seemingly from thin air. Its black blade shimmered ominously, exuding an oppressive energy that sent chills down the spines of everyone watching. The crowd erupted in shock.
"That sword..." someone murmured.
"It's not an ordinary weapon. What is that?"
Even Luo Qing's confident smirk faltered for a moment. But as realization dawned, he burst into cruel laughter.
"HAHAHA! An Earth-tier sword? I didn't expect you to hide such a treasure. Do you really think this will save you? Once I kill you, it will be mine!"