Eternal Life: I Have the Favor System

Chapter 538: Chapter 228: One Man Guards the Pass, Ten Thousand Cannot Break Through

Yan Zhen’s Sword Momentum was full of countless variations, but under the fierce assault of the five Greedy Tigers, flaws gradually began to show. The adult Greedy Tiger finally saw its chance, its sharp claws breaking through Yan Zhen’s Saber Technique and striking for his vitals.

Horror filled Yan Zhen’s face. He had already given his all and was in no position to block the tiger’s claw at this critical juncture. His only option was to rely on his six-layered Dharma Aspect and Qi Power Gang Shield for a desperate defense.

’Based on the adult Greedy Tiger’s destructive power, I can only block a few of its attacks at most. Now that it’s broken through my Saber Technique, my situation will only grow more perilous.’

A single thought flashed through Yan Zhen’s mind: ’Am I going to die here in the Hunting Ground? Or should I forfeit and call for help?’

SWISH!

However, just as the adult Greedy Tiger’s claw was about to strike Yan Zhen’s Dharma Aspect, an arrow cut through his Sword Momentum, flying straight for the spot between the beast’s eyes.

CLANG!

At the critical moment, the adult Greedy Tiger’s swiping claw struck the unexpected arrow. Yan Zhen seized the opportunity to create some distance, his Saber Technique remaining steady as he entered a defensive stalemate.

ROAR!

The adult Greedy Tiger roared in fury.

SWISH SWISH SWISH!

It wanted to resume its charge, shatter Yan Zhen’s Saber Technique, and let its cubs tear him to shreds. But just as it knocked one arrow aside, three more followed in quick succession.

Each arrow was unstoppable, seeming as if it could easily pierce through the tiger’s body.

It dared not underestimate them, dodging and parrying as best it could.

It actually managed to block the Four-Star Linked Pearls Archery. However, two of its claws were shattered in the process. Its right and left forelimbs had each boasted four sharp, gleaming black claws, but now only three remained on each.

All examinees in the Hunting Ground were equipped with an Overlord Bow. This was no common Great Bow found on the market; it was nearly on par with the Barbaric Bow used by the generals of the Black Armored Army.

With Chu Lingguang attacking at full strength and with the element of surprise, if not for the considerable distance, the adult Greedy Tiger would have been forced to seek cover rather than dare to meet his attacks head-on with its claws.

"Chu Lingguang."

It was then, through a lull in the frantic battle, that Yan Zhen saw a figure approaching. It was Chu Lingguang. He had abandoned his shot at first place, returning to save him regardless of the cost.

Yan Zhen’s heart surged with emotion.

He couldn’t stop his eyes from turning red.

He knew what an incredible opportunity came with winning first place in this Martial Arts Examination. Chu Lingguang clearly had victory in his grasp—first place was already his for the taking—yet he had abandoned that honor at the final moment to save him. As a hardened warrior, Yan Zhen’s eyes welled up with hot tears, and a terrible rage simultaneously ignited within him.

’If I hadn’t been trapped by these five Greedy Tigers, would Chu Lingguang have needed to throw away such a bright future and come back to save me at all costs?’

He knew Chu Lingguang had returned to repay the life-saving debt from their time at the National Border.

But for him, that act had been a trivial effort, done simply because it was convenient.

But this time, Chu Lingguang was saving him at the cost of first place in the Martial Arts Examination. Yan Zhen’s heart churned violently. Fueled by this inexpressible rage and guilt, his faltering Sword Momentum began to rapidly transform.

The sound of a howling gale erupted from within the domain of his Sword Momentum. The sound grew ever stronger, finally coalescing into Sword Qi that shone like a cold light. This Sword Qi swirled like leaves, tumbling within the domain of Yan Zhen’s Sword Momentum.

At that moment, his Sword Momentum broke through to an entirely new level. It now carried an immense, oppressive aura, and Sword Qi, visible to the naked eye, condensed into a tangible form, ultimately creating a storm.

He had successfully entered the second level of Sword Momentum.

"Tangible Sword Momentum!"

In the Canopy Attic, the Young Master Jin Yi exclaimed in shock.

"Chu Lingguang’s act of loyalty spurred Yan Zhen on, causing his Sword Momentum to undergo a true transformation."

The old man at his side explained.

ROAR!

The five Greedy Tigers roared in unison. The tangible, visible Sword Qi caused them searing pain, as if countless blades were scraping across their hides. Sparks flew from their claws.

AAARGH!

Yan Zhen roared in fury.

He unleashed five slashes in quick succession.

With each slash, a portion of the tangible Sword Qi from his Sword Momentum fused into his Saber Technique. The hallmark of the Yan Family’s Ultimate Killing Saber Technique—each strike more powerful than the last—was now on full display.

He stood like an indomitable War God in the canyon. Every slash resounded with a power that could shake Kyushu, and the entire canyon echoed with his Sword Sound. The terrifying Sword Qi had reached the absolute peak of its power.

ROAR!

The adult Greedy Tiger panicked.

It scrambled to shield its cubs.

But they did not retreat, continuing their charge toward Yan Zhen.

BOOM!

The first slash shattered the five Greedy Tigers’ formation instantly.

The second slash shattered the adult Greedy Tiger’s claws. Blood poured from its mouth as it let out a pained whimper, urging its four young cubs to flee.

With the third slash, one defiant young cub was struck. The flesh between its eyes was turned to pulp, and its body, over four meters long, was sent flying deep into the canyon, where it lay motionless.

With the fourth slash, the three remaining young cubs tried to resist together, but all their claws were pulverized.

As the fifth slash came down, all the remaining Sword Qi fused into the blade. Even Chu Lingguang, who was rushing up from behind, felt his scalp tingle. He had already awakened his Spear Stance, yet he sensed that this single strike from Yan Zhen was powerful enough to completely crush it.

BOOM!

The three young cubs, along with the adult Greedy Tiger, were all enveloped by Yan Zhen’s slash and sent flying deep into the canyon.

The moment their bodies hit the ground, four arrows followed, pinning them to the canyon floor.

The adult Greedy Tiger used the last of its strength to stand. It picked up one of the young cubs in its mouth and tried desperately to run deeper into the canyon, but it didn’t get far before it collapsed. Its tail twitched weakly, as if begging for a swift end.