Chapter 232.1
Three days later, they arrived at the headquarters of the Money Gang and lay in wait in the surrounding valleys.
At this moment, after three days of learning, the Sword Elder not only looked similar in appearance but had also managed to imitate the behavior, mannerisms, and voice to about sixty to seventy percent accuracy.
With this level of deception, they could fool many people.
Moreover, with the endorsement of the Beggar Sect elders, there were basically no issues.
However, the Beggar Sect elders were still somewhat worried, not about whether he could imitate convincingly, but whether he could actually kill the target.
Sword Elder, the leader of Money Gang, Shangguan Hong, has already become a Grandmaster. Its said that Grandmasters are very difficult to kill, and even fights between Grandmasters are no exception, this
Logically speaking, thats indeed the case, but rest assured!
Imitating the voice of Hong Qihai, the Sword Elder said, Its not that Grandmasters cant be killed, theyre just hard to kill. Two Grandmasters have already fallen to my masters hands! With proper preparation, theres nothing to worry about!
Everyone relaxed a bit upon hearing this.
Thats right!
Indeed, two Grandmasters had already perished at the hands of His Majesty!
Killing another one seemed not so surprising after all!
They calmed their minds and lay in wait for a moment longer.
At that time, the Xuanxiao Divine Sword in Sword Elders hand began to tremble slightly.
In a low voice, the Sword Elder said, My master is ready. I will now go and slay Shangguan Hong! You all stay on the perimeter. Let no one escape! Success or failure hinges on this single action!
Yes, Sword Elder! the crowd responded in unison.
With that, the Sword Elder leaped into the air, covering hundreds of zhang in a single bound, and arrived at the large lake in front of the Money Gang.
Then, he struck out with all his might.
The force of his palm was immense, coming forth like a landslide or tsunami.
Huge waves rose on the lake, and the small boats and wooden bridges on it were all torn to shreds.
Without any chance to react, many of the Money Gang disciples guarding the headquarters were killed by the palm strike.
How dare you! Shangguan Hong, the leader of the Money Gang dressed in a sleeping robe, rushed out.
Facing the incoming palm strike from the void, he didnt hesitate to counter with a palm strike of his own.
Palm met palm, and a violent collision ensued.
Boom!
The force of the palms swept around, lifting the water from the lake and sending shockwaves in all directions.
The entire valley seemed to be trembling.
Pitter-patter
Like rain, the water from the lake began to fall back down.
At this moment, Shangguan Hong finally saw the person who had ambushed him. His eyes narrowed, and he blurted out.
Hong Qihai, its you! The leader of the Beggar Sect!
Indeed, it is I!
The Sword Elder stood on the surface of the lake, hands behind his back.
Shangguan Hong was extremely angry: Hong Qihai, why do you attack my Money Gang without cause?
Isnt it you who has been forcing me to come? Now that I am here, are you not welcoming? The Sword Elder said lightly, imitating Hong Qihais tone so perfectly that the other party couldnt recognize him for a moment.
Well said!
Shangguan Hong laughed in anger. Indeed, it was I who forced you to come! Since thats the case, lets have a battle and see who is stronger!
With that, Shangguan Hong clenched his fists and unleashed a torrential barrage of punches.
The Sword Elder countered with palms, and the two of them fought fiercely.
The valley continued to tremble, and the loud rumbling sound spread far and wide, audible even hundreds of miles away.
The elders of the Beggar Sect guarding the perimeter were very worried.
This is a Grandmaster battle, indeed terrifying!
Of course, every Grandmaster is a hero of the present age, powerful and unmatched!
Is it possible for Sword Elder to defeat Shangguan Hong?
Theres no use worrying about it now!
What we need to do is to defend the valley!
At this moment, half an incense sticks worth of time had passed, and the two Grandmasters had already exchanged over a thousand moves without a clear victor.
However, Sword Elder gradually began to show signs of faltering.
This wasnt because his strength was lacking but rather because he was trying to imitate Hong Qihai, the leader of the Beggar Sect. Many of his best techniques couldnt be used, which inevitably left him at a disadvantage, causing him to slowly lose ground.
This situation, however, led to some misunderstandings for Shangguan Hong.
Rumors had it that after his battle with the Great Xia Grandmaster, Hong Qihai was injured and had been recuperating ever since.
Could it be that his injuries had not yet fully healed?
That must be it!
Otherwise, why would the Beggar Sect have kept such a low profile, retreating step by step even when bullied?
It was because his injuries had not healed, preventing him from taking action.
Only now, unable to bear it any longer, had he been forced to come out.
The more Shangguan Hong thought about it, the more excited he became.
Logically, Hong Qihai had reached the realm of Grandmaster more than a decade before him. He was stronger and more experienced than Shangguan Hong, who certainly had no chance of defeating him.
But now, with Hong Qihais severe injuries not fully healed and his full strength not at his disposal, this presented a rare opportunity.
If he could kill him, he would be able to swallow up the interests of the Beggar Sect!
Even if he couldnt kill him, injuring him even more would suffice!
With this thought, his attacks became even more ruthless, putting his full force behind each move.
Hong Qihai, its either you or me today!
Sword Elder was increasingly outmatched and sent a message back through the divine sword: Master, its about time!
In the imperial city of the Great Xia Dynasty.
Holding the Xuanxiao Child Sword, Lin Beifan stood before a bewitched army of a million soldiers and shouted, My soldiers, I now borrow your strength to slay gods and exterminate demons!
Yes, Your Majesty! A million soldiers raised their right hands.
Terrifying power converged upon the Xuanxiao Child Sword.
Then, it quickly transferred to the Xuanxiao divine sword thousands of li away.
Sword Elder felt the overwhelming power from within the sword and immediately thrust it towards Shangguan Hong.
Die!
Not good! Shangguan Hong sensed danger.
He felt a lethal threat from this sword strike, something he had never encountered before!
Thus, he exerted all his strength in a desperate attempt, throwing punches and palms.
Fists flew and palm strikes filled the air!
He felt that at this very moment, he was in his prime!
Even if other Grandmasters were hit by his fists and palms, they would certainly be severely injured if they did not die!
But in the end, he couldnt withstand this sword!
Boom, boom, boom
Like bubbles, All fist and palm strikes were easily pierced and dissipated into nothingness!
Under the force of this sword, he was sent flying backward while spitting blood.
The mountains behind him all collapsed, forming a huge ravine.
Half a stick of incense later, the valley finally calmed down.
Amidst the rubble, Sword Elder pulled out Money Gangs leader, Shangguan Hong.
At this moment, where was the spirited appearance of the Money Gang leader?
His clothes were shattered, his body was covered in wounds and soaked in blood, and his body was unnaturally twisted and limp.
Clearly, his bones were all broken.
He looked at Sword Elder in despair: Cough cough Youre not Hong Qihai! He definitely doesnt have such skills!
Does it matter whether I am or not? Sword Elder decapitated him.
Thus, the formidable Shangguan Hong met his end!
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