MTL NOVEL Chapter 20
Chapter 20: Instant Kill of Tang Qi
On the arena, Long Lingyun and Tang Qi confronted each other.
The two had yet to initiate their moves, yet a chilling sword aura pervaded the surroundings, sending shivers down the spines of all present.
“What a strong aura, it seems they are evenly matched. We are about to witness a splendid climactic battle today.”
“Nonsense, Junior Brother is much stronger than that woman; the fight will end quickly,” Ge Hongqiu said mindlessly, gazing at Tang Qi with nothing but obsession and admiration.
“Don’t be careless; this woman is truly extraordinary.”
Chen Ling’er’s expression was grave. Among those present, she had one of the highest levels of sword path cultivation, having also undergone the Heavenly Dao baptism, seeing more than ordinary people.
Little Demoness also grew interested; she observed the woman on the stage, her right hand alternately opening and clenching.
This was treating the opponent as a hypothetical enemy, simulating combat scenarios in her mind.
“In terms of sword path, I am inferior to her.”
After a moment, Little Demoness reached a conclusion and turned to Zhou Tong: “Who do you think will win?”
All eyes turned toward him.
Even though Zhou Tong’s cultivation had been wasted, he had once been a king among the younger generation, and his insight was beyond ordinary reach.
“Ha… What can a waste understand? Only looking to attract attention!”
Jiang Yuyao coldly said from the side, and Little Demoness shot her a glance, instantly silencing her.
At this moment, Zhou Tong suddenly spoke: “This is a battle without suspense; the victor will be decided within three moves, and the outcome will be Tang Qi’s crushing defeat!”
The stone stirred up a thousand waves; the crowd was in an uproar, staring at Zhou Tong in disbelief.
“That’s impossible… Tang Qi is not only a top genius, but she has also undergone the sword path baptism. Among the younger generation, there might not even be anyone who can match her for a single move!” someone exclaimed skeptically.
“I think you’re just mad with jealousy; your ugly side is fully exposed, making a clown of yourself!”
Chen Ling’er spoke mockingly, holding a grudge over a past slap and suppressing Zhou Tong with her words.
“Chen Ling’er, I must say, your talent is indeed mediocre. I shouldn’t have helped you hold the Heavenly Dao ceremony; after all, even if that opportunity were given to a pig, the pig would have bright sword eyes and wouldn’t end up being blind!”
Zhou Tong looked at her with nothing but contempt, leaving Chen Ling’er furious and humiliated.
“Enough!”
Mo Liushu said dismissively: “You are not qualified to criticize Ling’er.”
Zhou Tong showed no fear, matching her gaze: “This is the first time I’ve heard that evaluating trash requires qualification. As a waste, she at least does one thing right—learning to self-categorize; trash should stay with trash!”
His words struck like a thunderclap, reverberating in everyone’s minds.
Zhou Tong had essentially insulted all of Mo Liushu’s disciples.
“You!!”
Mo Liushu’s pupils contracted; in that moment, her body temperature rose rapidly. She couldn’t tell whether it was anger or shame; her heart ached.
It shouldn’t be like this; it wasn’t supposed to be this way. Zhou Tong had once looked at her with only respect and admiration.
Once upon a time, whenever she was troubled or exhausted, seeing that pair of eyes would calm her down, dissipating all her doubts and confusion.
Yet now, in Zhou Tong’s gaze, there was only disgust and mockery, with all his tenderness given to someone else!
This isn’t right! This shouldn’t happen!
Mo Liushu maintained a tranquil exterior, but her heart was a storm of conflict.
Inside her, it felt as though two wills were clashing: one yearning for care, the other striving to maintain a proud superiority. This left her at a loss.
“Boom!!”
A violent disturbance erupted on the arena, pulling everyone’s attention back.
Tang Qi made the first move; wielding the Heavenly Dao Sword, he gathered the spiritual energy of Heaven and Earth into a massive ten-zhang giant sword, slashing downwards!
This scene made everyone tremble.
“Utilizing the heavens to manifest the Dao, transforming objects into spirits!”
This was an incredibly high level of mastery, only achievable by those who had crossed the Transcendent Divide and stepped into the Heaven-Cutting Realm. Yet, Tang Qi executed it effortlessly.
“Let’s see how that woman blocks this; defeating Junior Brother in three moves is just a joke!”
Jiang Yuyao sniffed disdainfully. In her view, this move could determine the winner; she had already planned how to humiliate Zhou Tong in her mind.
But the next moment, her expression suddenly froze.
She saw Long Lingyun’s clear gaze, holding an ancient sword, lightly waving it forward.
In an instant, thunder roared, and another massive sword appeared in the sky, also transforming objects into spirits, thrilling everyone.
The blades crossed, and lightning flashed!
The intertwining sword auras swept through, even the clouds above were shattered, falling apart in tatters.
Tang Qi’s expression turned grave. After testing the waters, he finally took Long Lingyun seriously; she was indeed not simple.
However, he still appeared confident, feeling assured of victory.
“Miss Long, if you can’t withstand this next attack, it’s better to admit defeat early; I can pull back in time.”
He took a step back, leaping into the air, countless lights glowing behind him, brilliant like the river of stars.
“Stars of the heavens!”
This was his signature sword move, and whenever it was unleashed, victory was assured. Among his peers, scarcely anyone could retreat unscathed.
The crowd was in a daze; they watched as countless stars fell from the sky, illuminating the surroundings, leaving no escape.
This was undoubtedly the peak of swordsmanship, touching upon the threshold of “intent.”
In sword path cultivation, mastery leads to momentum, breaking momentum leads to the Dao.
Swordsmanship, sword intent, and sword path represented the levels of cultivation. Few could comprehend sword intent around the world, and sword path was merely a legendary existence!
“It’s over, Long Lingyun is beyond saving!”
Someone said with certainty; at this point, the battle held no suspense. Facing a blow at the pinnacle of swordsmanship, unless one understood sword intent, they would only be prey.
At this moment, everyone unconsciously looked at Zhou Tong, awaiting his explanation.
“Indeed, it should be over!”
Zhou Tong said, and before his words fell, the situation on the stage swiftly reversed!
Before them, Long Lingyun brushed her fingers across the sword body, and a domineering aura suddenly erupted.
Everyone felt a chill, as if a sharp blade hung above their heads, threatening their lives.
Not only that, but the stars of heaven formed by sword energy also trembled, shattering one after another until they vanished!
“Sword intent!”
“Impossible!”
“I won’t be mistaken; it’s everywhere, omnipresent, indestructible, and unimpeded; this is what sword intent means!”
“Slash!”
Long Lingyun gently waved toward the front. Despite being more than ten zhang apart, Tang Qi felt struck by lightning, like a bird with broken wings, spitting blood as he fell to the ground.
Victory had been decided!
“Bitch, dare to hurt my Junior Brother, I will make you pay with your life!”
Ge Hongqiu yelled, rushing forward, but was suddenly met with Long Lingyun’s gaze, nearly soiling herself in fear.
“I lost!”
Tang Qi got up, his face unwilling as he admitted defeat. He had lost without a doubt, all because he encountered a dimensional strike.
“Miss Long’s sword path is fierce, but in a real fight, she might not be my match.”
Upon hearing this, Long Lingyun didn’t even spare him a glance.
She was accustomed to the defeated’s boast.
“You…”
Tang Qi’s color slightly changed but saw Long Lingyun turning her attention to Zhou Tong.
“Next, it’s your turn!”