Chapter 1087: Chapter 1086: Battle with Two Saints
Across the vast waters, on a deserted island.
Ling Chen was on the island, quietly waiting for the arrival of those two.
He had been entangled with the gray-robed elder and the two God-catchers for two days. Even if he knew he couldn’t escape, he managed to toy with them, keeping them on the run, losing the upper hand, while he gained the initiative.
"A simple array formation has been set up on this island. Although it won’t take their lives, it shouldn’t be a problem to pose some threat."
The Human Emperor’s transformation appeared behind Ling Chen, floating in mid-air, and said indifferently.
"Hmm, those two guys should be catching up."
Ling Chen nodded, his gaze suddenly locked onto the sky, and in that distant place, a sound of breaking wind arrived. He raised his head sharply, two light shadows appeared within his view, finally tearing through the air, arriving above this stretch of waters. As the light receded, it revealed two figures - one wearing a golden mask, the other in a gray robe, exactly the God-catcher and the gray-robed elder.
"Finally found this kid!"
As the God-catcher and gray-robed elder appeared, their sights fell on the deserted island, then locked onto Ling Chen’s figure.
Upon seeing Ling Chen, the gray-robed elder glanced around at the surrounding environment, his lips suddenly curling into a cold smirk, "A fine place to meet your end."
Ling Chen took another deep breath of the salty air, his eyes flashing a sharp gleam, grinning, "This place was chosen for you two."
"Hahaha, you brat, truly as arrogant as the rumors say, daring to act so brazenly before two great saints. Even I have to admire your arrogance and ignorance."
The gray-robed elder laughed grimly; in his eyes, Ling Chen had no understanding of the vast gap between a saint and those below saint level. Did he really think killing a few senior Half-Saints meant he could challenge two genuine saints?
Moreover, he and the God-catcher beside him were both at the pinnacle of the Saint Path First Territory, especially the God-catcher, whose cultivation was nearly at the Saint Realm Second Layer. To kill Ling Chen here would just take a flick of their fingers.
"No need for idle talk, just end his life swiftly to prevent unforeseen issues."
The God-catcher’s eyes were cold, yet he harbored a hint of caution towards Ling Chen, as this youth was renowned, with many notable exploits known to him.
"Then let’s try it."
Ling Chen’s demeanor was nonchalant, casually saying, "Do you want to come at me one by one or together?"
"Heh, kid, don’t think to provoke us; I know you have some skills, but we won’t give you a chance."
The gray-robed elder coldly smiled. He intended to join forces with the God-catcher, absolutely not giving Ling Chen the chance to defeat them individually. Though he didn’t believe Ling Chen had the strength, it was wise to be cautious. If this kid fought desperately, even if he couldn’t kill them, he could still cause great trouble.
"God-catcher, attack together!"
The gray-robed elder suddenly shouted towards the God-catcher beside him. After a nod of acknowledgment, his arm trembled, and the gilded walking stick in his hand transformed into a beam of golden light, piercing the void at a speed beyond description, blasting towards Ling Chen’s head.
Ling Chen’s body swiftly retreated, his palm clenched as the Thunder Sound Sword flashed into existence. He infused True Qi into it, a wave of his hand sent a thunderous light hurtling out, violently colliding with the golden light.
Clang!
The sound, like clashing metals, spread through the air. The golden light was directly deflected away, the Thunder Sound Sword spinning powerlessly, falling, but the gilded walking stick was also knocked off course, crashing into the ground, leaving massive gorges of dozens of feet.
"Slippery brat!"
The gray-robed elder’s eyes grew subtly more sullen. Ling Chen was exceedingly cunning, never engaging him directly; clearly aware of the disparity in their strength, he wisely chose to avoid their sharpness.
"It’s God-catcher. So, Your Excellency wants to settle old scores with a junior?"
Ling Chen steadied himself, his gaze falling on the God-catcher, speaking calmly.
Upon hearing this, the God-catcher’s face slightly darkened. This old fool was more of a hindrance than a help, publicly exposing his name like this. However, he quickly pursed his lips, then coldly said, "I’m only here on behalf of others. If blame is needed, it’s for offending the Huangfu Clan; there’s no need to put this on me."
"God-catcher, to my knowledge, you still hold an official position appointed by the Central Dynasty. Now that you’re coming after me, should Empress Yunyao learn of this, what consequences do you think would ensue?"
Ling Chen’s lips curled into a mocking arc.
Hearing those words, the God-catcher’s eyes subtly contracted slightly. He had long known Empress Yunyao held Ling Chen in high regard. If she indeed learned of his actions against Ling Chen, he’d surely be stripped of his position and possibly pushed into dire straits.
"Don’t think to use Empress Yunyao to pressure me. In her eyes, perhaps you don’t hold such importance."
The God-catcher raised his hand, as sharp pieces of metal spread swiftly between his right palm, forming an iron claw. It then pierced through the void like Ghost Claws, grasping towards Ling Chen.
"That’s more like it, God-catcher, ignore this kid. Slay him, and we of the Huangfu Clan will bear the consequences!"
The gray-robed elder sighed in relief at this, letting out a cold laugh, his gilded walking stick once again swung fiercely towards Ling Chen’s face.
The space, under such a fierce assault, twisted, and intense ripples spread, sweeping towards all directions.
"I’m afraid your Huangfu Clan can’t bear it!"
Ling Chen laughed coldly, his expression turning completely serious. Facing the attack from the two great saints, he didn’t hesitate at all, pushing his Sword Intent to the extreme. Ling Chen’s eyes seemed to flare with two flames, and the accumulated strong drink energy erupted fully at this moment.
Green Lotus Sword Song Fourth Style, Immortal Points the Way!
The strong drink energy surged, and the power of Ling Chen’s strike reached an unprecedented level; in an instant, the terrifying Sword Intent converged into a celestial phantom. The latter swooped through the air, as if a banished immortal, piercing the void before it with a sword.
Boom!
The two collided, a terrible energy wave furiously swept across the sky, three attacks, along with that celestial phantom, instantly shattered, sending Ling Chen flying backward, then embarrassingly landing on the ground, a muffled hum emanating from his throat, clearly shaken severely.
"To actually withstand a combined strike from us, kid, even if you die today, it’s enough to be proud!" The gray-robed elder watched in some surprise as Ling Chen withstood the blow, his eyes revealing a flash of shock. His strength surpassed Ling Chen by several levels, not to mention adding the strength of the God-catcher; even a true saint would surely be severely injured by their joint force.
Yet Ling Chen seemed only slightly hurt.
"This kid must be killed."
The gray-robed elder’s eyes suddenly overflowed with killing intent; presently, Ling Chen’s own cultivation was merely at the Seventh Realm of Sky Apex Realm. Even using secret techniques could only reach Half-Saint level, yet he managed this far. If he were to reach saint level, then killing him would be like slaying a dog, simple?
Now that Ling Chen and the Huangfu Clan were enemies, such future threats couldn’t be tolerated.
