After careful consideration, Liang Yifei reached the conclusion that accepting Xue Ren’s offer was the most optimal decision. Declining would only make Xue Ren more wary and cautious of Liang Yifei’s intentions. By accepting, Liang Yifei could eliminate this potential source of uncertainty and volatility.
The presence of Han Zhi, a suspicious figure, further influenced Liang Yifei’s decision-making process. Although he had no knowledge about Han Zhi, the fact that Han Zhi confidently entered the Enlightenment Hall hinted at his formidable skills and extensive knowledge. This realization added to Liang Yifei’s intrigue as he pondered the mysteries surrounding Han Zhi.
Furthermore, engaging in a friendly competition with Xue Ren held significant benefits for Liang Yifei. It would provide valuable insights into his own combat abilities and the extent of his cultivation progress after recently breaking through to the Dao integration realm. Moreover, it would allow Liang Yifei to gauge Xue Ren’s strength and assess whether he posed a potential threat.
With a nod of agreement, Liang Yifei calmly responded, "Sure, Brother Xue. I’m always up for a friendly competition."
The two cultivators soon arrived in front of a magnificent gate.
Drawing out their respective badges, they confidently directed them towards the gate, causing it to open smoothly.
Stepping through the gate, they found themselves in an expansive realm, surrounded by countless mountain ranges that stretched as far as the eye could see.
Each mountain peak held a square jade platform, adding an air of grandeur to the scenery.
Xue Ren’s eyes shimmered with admiration as he took in the breathtaking sight. "The rumors were indeed true. This place is truly remarkable," he remarked in awe.
Liang Yifei nodded in agreement. "It’s a rare spectacle, an eye-opener. This is perhaps the largest secret realm I have ever encountered."
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Observing his surroundings, Liang Yifei noticed cultivators engaged in battles on every mountain. The sheer number of combatants was astonishing, and with a quick estimate, he counted approximately thirty cultivators at the dao integration realm level.
"Okay, brother Liang, let’s choose an empty mountain peak," Xue Ren said with determination in his eyes as he soared through the sky.
Liang Yifei sighed, knowing that this battle would push them to their limits. Without hesitation, he propelled himself into the air, following Xue Ren. After some time, the two finally found a secluded and empty mountain peak, free from any disturbances.
With grace and precision, Liang and Xue Ren descended onto a square jade platform, their feet landing softly as they prepared for their confrontation.
"Since I initiated the challenge, I will begin first," Xue Ren declared, his voice filled with determination and confidence.
As the battle commenced, Xue Ren’s Crystal Harmony Physique immediately sprung into action. The translucency of the crystal-like skin covering his body glowed softly, refracting sunlight and creating mesmerizing prismatic illusions around the battlefield. The shifting hues of his skin made it difficult for Liang to discern his true position.
Without wasting a second, Xue Ren unsheathed his gleaming sword, its blade glistening with an ethereal light that amplified its power. With fluid and precise motions, he lunged forward, launching a series of lightning-fast sword strikes towards Liang Yifei. Each strike carried the enhanced energy of his Crystal Harmony Physique, making them difficult to parry or evade.
Liang’s eyes flashed with a deep silver hue, swirling with a mysterious vortex-like pattern. He activated his Void Piercing Eyes to decipher Xue Ren’s movements.
Soon, Xue Ren’s sword slashes became evident in Liang’s eyes.
With a chuckle, he waved his hand, and multiple vortexes of void distortions appeared in different sites.
The moment they appeared, explosions ignited in each location.
Surprise flashed across Xue Ren’s eyes, seemingly surprised by how quickly Liang Yifei had cracked his attack.
However, Xue Ren was no ordinary opponent. Almost at the same time he unleashed one of his new techniques - the Elemental Annihilation Technique.
With a single powerful swing of his sword, an explosion of fire, ice, lightning, and earth erupted from the blade, creating a shockwave that threatened to engulf Liang.
Reacting swiftly, Liang summoned his Infernal Void Flames, conjuring a spiraling vortex of black flames that clashed with Xue Ren’s elemental blast. The clash created an intense display of opposing forces, canceling each other out in a burst of energy that illuminated the entire mountain peak.
Liang Yifei chuckled, "Your physique is quite remarkable, brother Xue. The ability to control all the elements is impressive."
" I am sure that your fire is the extraordinary thing here, brother Liang," Xue Ren replied, his eyes narrowing slightly.
Wasting no time, Xue Ren activated his physique again. Shadows danced around the battlefield as illusory images of Xue Ren appeared and disappeared at will.
Liang’s silver eyes shone brightly, trying to catch each movement.
Amidst the shadows, Xue Ren’s heart turned cold as his gaze fell upon Liang’s silver eyes. It became evident to him that these eyes could break his movements.
With a slight smile, Liang unleashed one of his new Void Dao techniques that he had comprehended during his seclusion before breaking through the Dao Integration Realm - the Stellar Void Anchors. Tendrils of void energy seeped out from his palms, surrounding each of Xue Ren’s illusions. In the blink of an eye, the illusions dissipated.
Seeing the situation getting worse, Xue Ren swung his sword and murmured in a low voice, "Sonic Tempest Blade."
Each swing of his sword unleashed disruptive sonic vibrations that shook the ground beneath them. The waves of sound raced towards Liang Yifei with unimaginable speed.
As the waves of sound approached, Liang Yifei opened his mouth and began to utter a low chant, his voice blending in harmony with the vibration in the air. Suddenly, the sound waves meant to disrupt his focus transformed into a symphony of ethereal melodies.
The notes resonated with the spiritual energy in the air, creating a protective barrier around Liang. The melodies intertwined with the sound waves, diffusing their destructive force and transforming them into gentle caresses of wind. The once tumultuous vibrations now danced gracefully, playing a harmonious tune that echoed throughout the mountain peak.
Xue Ren’s eyes widened in disbelief.
Seeing Xue Ren’s stunned expression, Liang Yifei sneered inwardly. What he had just used was the Echo Symphony.
It’s not something an ordinary sound waves technique could compare with.