Liang’s eyes remained locked on Dong Rui, who sat in a meditative stance, her eyes closed and her hands weaving intricate seals in a mesmerizing pattern. He couldn’t help but marvel at her focus and power, while a pang of frustration washed over him. If only he could use his teleportation abilities to whisk himself and Dong Rui away from this planet.
But he knew that revealing such an ability would expose his hand, his greatest advantage in this deadly game. So he had to resist the temptation and keep his abilities concealed, maintaining the element of surprise.
As he continued to contemplate his options, four radiant beams of light descended from the sky, forming a dazzling solar ring that encircled Dong Rui.
Liang watched with fascination as the beams began to rotate, converging towards the center, where they condensed into a small, radiant orb.
Although the orb may appear simple, its structure is incredibly intricate. Not only does it encompass the spatial laws of the four suns, but it also bears striking similarities to the Celestial Integrating Matrix. There is no doubt in his mind that once it is fully assembled, it will possess the power to disrupt the delicate balance of the Divine Dusk Formation.
His attention suddenly shifted as he sensed a presence approaching from another direction. His eyes narrowed in anticipation as Evana, draped in an elegant black and white robe, materialized in the sky. The sheer aura of power emanating from her sent shivers down his spine, and Liang braced himself for what was to come.
Without hesitation, Evana swiftly materialized in front of Liang, her movements fluid and decisive. Simultaneously, three ancient runes appeared behind her, weaving together to form a complex spirit formation. In a matter of moments, a colossal skeletal hand emerged from the formation, reaching out towards Liang with ominous intent.
Despite the imminent danger, Liang remained composed. The chaos rune on his forehead became illuminated, signifying the depths of his hidden powers. The Abyssal Armament Rune, the Absolute Ice Rune, and the Nether Flame Rune materialized in front of him, their ethereal forms pulsating with energy.
"Absolute Nether Dragon Array." As he uttered the command, the three runes rearranged themselves, forming a powerful array.
From within the depths of the array, a primal roar erupted, and a colossal metallic dragon materialized. Its eyes blazed with a vibrant crimson, while its wings, one dark red and the other dark blue, exuded an air of both danger and mystique.
The dragon’s massive jaws opened wide, and a magnificent display of power began to materialize within its maw. Three distinct energies intertwined within its throat, swirling and condensing with each passing moment. As the tension built, the dragon unleashed a resounding boom that echoed throughout the battleground.
A brilliant ray, combining the intense crimson and deep blue energies, surged forth from the dragon’s mouth. It soared through the air, hurtling straight towards the oncoming giant skeletal hand. The clash of the ray and the hand created a dazzling display of ethereal light and darkness, causing the surrounding environment to tremble with their immense power.
The skeletal hand, though formidable, recoiled under the sheer force of the dragon’s ray. For a moment, it seemed as if the ray would penetrate through the hand’s defenses, but the skeletal appendage surged with dark energy, resisting the assault. The two forces collided with equal strength, creating a deafening clash that reverberated through the battlefield.
Despite the dragon power Its efforts to subdue the skeletal hand seemed to be reaching a stalemate, neither side managing to gain the upper hand.
As the colossal skeletal hand and the dragon’s ray wrestled for dominance, they twisted and coiled around each other in a furious struggle. The skeletal hand clung tenaciously, refusing to be overwhelmed by the power of the dragon’s assault. Yet, the dragon’s ray burned with an intense determination, pushing with all its might to break through the skeletal defense.
Liang’s eyes darted between the clash of the two forces, trying to discern any weaknesses or opportunities that may present themselves.
Evana’s eyes flickered with a mix of frustration and determination as she raised her hand once again, reactivating the formation. Almost instantly, another skeletal hand materialized alongside the first, adding to Liang’s dismay. He shifted his gaze to Dong Rui, who remained focused, still immersed in the mysterious secret art. A curse slipped from Liang’s lips.
In an attempt to turn the tide, Liang extended his hand, summoning the Voidwing Sword from the ethereal void in front of him.
Gripping the sword firmly, he swung it towards the incoming skeletal hand.
Sensing that the Voidwing Sword alone might not suffice, he activated the chaos rune on his forehead. As if responding to his call, the primal sword manifested on his left hand. With a swift and fluid motion, Liang merged the two swords, creating the Primal Void Sword.
The clash resumed as the Primal Void Sword collided with the skeletal hand, resulting in another resounding impact. The air crackled with their combined power, creating a dazzling display of light and energy. Even with his enhanced sword, Liang struggled to gain an advantage over the relentless skeletal hand.
As the battle raged on, Evana’s face darkened with of frustration. It became apparent to her that Liang possessed an answer for each of her actions. Despite this, she remained confident that he would not be able to contend with what she had planned.
However, Liang’s words caught Evana off guard, causing her to pause for a moment. He let out a heavy sigh, sensing that something significant was about to unfold. "Miss Evana, wait!" he called out, hoping to catch her attention.
Intrigued, Evana’s flickering eyes locked onto Liang’s. Without sparing him a head turn, she formed a seal with her hand and prepared for her next move.
Sensing the gravity of the situation, Liang urgently shouted, "Don’t you want to know the identity of this woman?"
Evana’s hand froze in mid-air as her gaze shifted towards Dong Rui. Though her identity remained concealed by the solar ring enveloping her, the powerful aura emanating from her piqued Evana’s curiosity. Women, by nature, possessed an insatiable curiosity, and no matter how formidable she was, Evana couldn’t suppress her desire to uncover Dong Rui’s true background.
Her eyes locked onto Liang’s, her voice chilling and filled with a foreboding warning. "You have only one chance. Lie to me, and I promise it will be the last thing you do."
Liang inwardly snickered at Evana’s reaction, realizing that she had willingly fallen into his trap. With a serious and somber tone, he revealed, "Actually, this woman has a special identity."
Curiosity mingled with suspicion on Evana’s face as she questioned, "Oh?"
Liang’s heart skipped a beat, but he maintained his composure as he continued, "In fact, she is a core member of the Dong Clan." Fear flashed across his face, displaying his understanding of the significance behind such a revelation.
"The Dong Clan?" Evana’s face contorted with anger, her eyes narrowing as her aura surged violently, crackling with electric energy.
Liang couldn’t help but feel a pang of surprise at the intensity of her reaction, her very presence growing darker and more ominous.
As the tension hung heavily in the air, the battle momentarily ceased, as if even the warriors around them sensed the gravity of the situation.
"So, she’s a member of the Dong Clan," Evana hissed through clenched teeth, her voice dripping with venomous anger. "That explains a lot. Only these vile bastards possess such advanced techniques."
Although she had suspected as much, hearing it confirmed sent a chill down Evana’s spine, tightening her grip on her weapon.
"Do you honestly think that informing me of this will make me cower in fear?" Evana sneered, her eyes burning with defiance.
Liang’s eyes narrowed in response, The Dong Clan was a force to be reckoned with, their power and influence weaving a web that reached far and wide. Was it truly worth risking their wrath for the sake of these mere mortals?
Suddenly, realization dawned on him like a bolt of lightning, a sly grin tugging at the corners of his lips. "It seems like you’re here for the same reason as I am."
Evana’s surprise was momentarily evident in her gaze. "What do you mean?"
Liang’s snicker held a hint of triumph. "You must be after the secret technique, am I right?"
Evana couldn’t help but laugh, the anger in her eyes momentarily replaced with amusement. "It seems I might have overthought the situation. You’re nothing more than a wolf after its prey, and here I was, imagining a romantic connection between you and her."
Liang shook his head, a wry smile playing on his lips. "In this world, what could be more enticing than a secret technique that grants the power to form an additional rune?"
Evana’s surprise was quickly shrouded by a veil of cunning, realizing that Liang was more knowledgeable than she initially assumed.
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"So, he is aware of it as well. I stumbled upon that discovery by accident myself." Evena mattered to herself.