Chapter 438: Chapter 200: Two Layers of Potential Energy, Spear Intent’s Killing Blow
Ge Jinxiong possessed profound Inner Strength. He had reached the Qi Sea Perfection realm, could fully unleash his six-layered Dharma Aspect, and had even awakened Primitive Power. He was a master of the highest caliber in the South City region.
Unfortunately, he was weakened by old age. In a battle of fists, youth holds the advantage.
When he clashed head-on with Batu Tieshan, if he failed to secure an overwhelming victory, he would be suppressed and eventually outmatched in stamina.
He retreated hastily, his feet cracking the deck boards. The Qi Sea within him churned, a clear sign his energy was flagging.
In contrast, Batu Tieshan’s momentum was overwhelming. His entire frame seemed to hum with power, and he grew fiercer with every exchange. The victor seemed obvious.
However, Ge Jinxiong didn’t give up. He turned, grabbed the Nine-Ring Saber from a disciple’s hand, and swung it at Batu Tieshan.
"SHWIIING!"
A Sword Cry rang out, shaking the heavens.
The flash of the blade was so fierce it seemed capable of splitting the Canal in two.
"SHWIIING!"
Batu Tieshan was prepared. He raised a Horse-Cutting Saber and clashed with Ge Jinxiong once more. Their Saber Techniques were both grand and sweeping; they had reached the state of Human-Sword Unity and could wield Potential Power.
"BANG!"
Batu Tieshan slashed forward, unexpectedly unleashing an attack with Potential Energy Superposition.
Sword Qi burst forth from the edge of his blade.
"Guh!"
Ge Jinxiong was fearless. He executed a Great Dragon Tail Swing, a counter that overpowered the initial attack. With a loud CRASH, Ge Jinxiong’s Sword Qi shredded Batu Tieshan’s power. Batu Tieshan staggered back, and Ge Jinxiong pressed his advantage. His Saber Technique became seamless, his offense and defense becoming flawless.
Batu Tieshan fell back repeatedly.
The Turkic Troops began to pull back without stopping.
"CRACK!"
The cargo on deck was torn to smithereens by their terrifying power.
"SHWIIING!"
Another piercing Sword Cry rang out.
A spray of blood flew through the air.
Batu Tieshan stumbled back violently, his body hitting the railing. The cloth over his chest was torn, and blood began to well up.
The spirits of Chu Lingguang, Qu Qingcheng, and the others soared. They hadn’t expected Master Ge’s Saber Technique to be so divine. Despite his flagging stamina, he was overpowering Batu Tieshan with pure skill.
As expected of a retired Military General—a master capable of training four accomplished scholars.
"Aaargh!"
Batu Tieshan burned with rage. His Qi Sea boiled, his six-layered Dharma Aspect thundered, and he launched a desperate counterattack against Ge Jinxiong.
The older Ge Jinxiong was, the calmer he became. Facing Batu Tieshan’s desperate onslaught, he made sure to stay agile and avoid a direct confrontation of brute force.
’He knows his Saber Technique is inferior,’ Ge Jinxiong thought. ’He wants to leverage his physical advantage, trying to bait me into a battle of pure Qi Power and stamina.’
"SHWIIING!"
And so, Ge Jinxiong’s Saber Technique shifted from offense to defense. While parrying, he searched for openings in Batu Tieshan’s form. Before long, several new cuts appeared on Batu Tieshan’s body.
Ge Jinxiong’s Saber Technique grew increasingly cunning, and it seemed he would be victorious within a few dozen more exchanges.
"You old bastard."
But just then, Batu Tieshan’s eyes turned bloodshot. With his powerful Perception Power, Chu Lingguang detected a force awakening within Batu Tieshan’s body.
The Turkic people cultivated the Divine Beast Breathing Method, nourishing their bodies with Beast Blood. This not only granted them immense Qi Power but also allowed them to unleash greater physical potential at critical moments.
Clearly, Ge Jinxiong’s Saber Technique had pushed Batu Tieshan to the brink.
He was using a unique Skill to awaken his body’s latent potential, causing his Attack Power to skyrocket.
"CLANG!"
The Horse-Cutting Saber clashed against the Nine-Ring Saber.
Ge Jinxiong felt a formidable new power behind Batu Tieshan’s blade—another unseen superposition of Potential Energy. Weakened by age, he couldn’t withstand the force. He was knocked backward, his Nine-Ring Saber vibrating uncontrollably.
"HRAAAGH!"
Batu Tieshan roared like a wild beast, a faint bloody light even surfacing on his skin as he swung his great saber at Ge Jinxiong again. Ge Jinxiong wanted to dodge, but Batu Tieshan was charging with complete disregard for his own safety. ’If I slash at his chest or waist, I’ll have to take a blow from his saber in return.’
’He’s strong, young, and full of vigor. If we trade blows, I’ll be the one to suffer. I can’t retreat.’ Left with no other choice, he could only block again.
"BAM!"
Ge Jinxiong couldn’t withstand the impact. The Nine-Ring Saber was knocked from his grasp as a heavy kick slammed into his chest, sending him flying toward Chu Lingguang and the others.
"Master Ge!"
The situation had reversed in an instant, catching everyone completely by surprise.
Despite his injuries, Qu Qingcheng moved quickly to catch Ge Jinxiong, stopping him from crashing through the railing and falling off the ship.
But Batu Tieshan wasn’t finished. He rushed forward and threw a swift punch straight at Master Ge’s face. The punch carried the thunder of his Dharma Aspect and surging Qi Power. With his defenses shattered, Master Ge could be killed by this single blow.
The color drained from Qu Qingcheng’s face.
The effort of catching Ge Jinxiong had aggravated his own wounds; he was in no condition to help Master Ge block the blow. Master Ge could only raise an elbow in a desperate attempt to parry.
Batu Tieshan’s kick had already shattered his six-layered Dharma Aspect and his Qi Power Gang Shield. Now, he was trying to block the attack with nothing but flesh and bone.
But at that critical moment, an arm shot out from behind Ge Jinxiong, its fist meeting Batu Tieshan’s unstoppable strike.
"BOOM!"
The Fist Force vibrated through the air.
Both fists thrummed with the roar of a Dharma Aspect and boiling Qi Power. The powerful impact created a shockwave of Fist Force that made Ge Jinxiong’s ears ring. Already wounded, he couldn’t suppress a pained grunt as a trickle of blood spilled from the corner of his mouth.
"THUD, THUD, THUD!"
Batu Tieshan was forced back three steps.
His fist throbbed with a dull ache as he stared in disbelief at the person behind Ge Jinxiong.
"Young Master Chu."
Qu Qingcheng said, his voice filled with disbelief. The one who had blocked Batu Tieshan’s punch was none other than Chu Lingguang.
"Master Qu, take Elder Ge below to rest."
