stonecrandall 860. Gap in Strength
860. Gap in Strength
Although both Xiao Yan and Tang Qiying had increased their strength, the situation was still more dangerous for Xiao Yan than before. After all, Tang Qiying was using the Yan Clan's clan mark.
An invisible pressure swept over them, and even Xiao Yan's enhanced aura was suppressed.
Xiao Yan had learned about clan markings systematically from Huo Zhi and Lei Jingxiao during this time. For descendants of Dou Di, clan markings were the most sophisticated and suitable secret techniques. Not only could they temporarily boost one's strength like secret techniques, but they also lacked the strong backlash and side effects, and didn't require the weakened state that often follows the use of secret techniques. Furthermore, this ability could only be cultivated by descendants of Dou Di with long-standing lineages; others had no access to it.
The abandoned child of Tang now occupies Huo Xuan's body, and at the same time, he takes the opportunity to activate Huo Xuan's clan mark.
The difference between the Heavenly Flame Three Transformations and the clan mark has already become apparent. Tang Qiying has now officially advanced to the mid-stage of a one-star Dou Sheng, while Xiao Yan is unable to break through the boundary between a half-saint and a Dou Sheng through a secret technique. Although the difference between the two may seem small, the gap in strength is so great that it can make ordinary people despair.
What's even more troublesome is that once Xiao Yan's Heavenly Flame Three Transformations technique expires, he immediately enters a period of weakness. Although the duration of this weakness has been greatly shortened due to his continuous use over the years, it still exists, and that period is when Xiao Yan is at his weakest.
So now, Xiao Yan has to consider how to defeat Tang Qiying in such a short time. The sense of urgency of time immediately appeared in Xiao Yan's mind, and he must make good use of the time!
In contrast, Tang Qiying greedily felt the surging, boundless power within him, his face filled with uncontrollable ecstasy. Not long ago, the Dou Sheng realm was an unattainable dream for him, something he could only look up to. But now, this power, coveted by countless strong individuals across the continent, was truly in his hands!
Previously, because Huo Xuan's remnant soul was still present, he was unable to fully activate the clan markings within his body. However, after encountering Huo Zhi and the ensuing incident, he finally succeeded in gaining final control over Huo Xuan's body.
The reason why Dou Sheng (Battle Saint) experts are so powerful is mainly because they can control the energy of heaven and earth, and their every move is like the descent of divine might. Whether it's the boost to combat power or the speed of Dou Qi recovery, Dou Sheng are unmatched by ordinary Half-Saints. Therefore, even in families descended from Dou Di (Battle Emperor), Dou Sheng are the absolute backbone. These young prodigies receive the clan's top-tier resources precisely to help them break through the threshold of Dou Sheng.
"Power! This is the power I've been seeking, the power to control my destiny!" Tang Qiying's voice trembled slightly with excitement, his gaze towards Xiao Yan growing increasingly cold: "Xiao Yan, your death is near. Once I kill you, this power will truly belong to me, Tang Qiying!"
Before the words were even finished, Tang Qiying's figure suddenly became blurry, and her twin blades plunged straight at Xiao Yan, so fast that Xiao Yan's senses lagged behind.
Faced with the rapidly increasing speed of Tang Qiying, Xiao Yan could only barely raise the Xuan Heavy Ruler to block in front of him.
clang--!
Tang Qiying's twin blades were only a point above the Xuanzhong Ruler. The powerful force was transmitted through the Xuanzhong Ruler to Xiao Yan's arms. At the same time, Xiao Yan's arms cracked, which was the sound of Xiao Yan's arm bones breaking.
Xiao Yan's figure was as if he had crashed into a mountain at high speed, and he was uncontrollably pushed backward.
Tang Qiying's dagger reversed direction again, giving Xiao Yan no chance to catch his breath. It swept over Xiao Yan even faster, cutting two gashes on Xiao Yan's shoulders, and blood gushed out instantly.
The brief, intense pain reached Xiao Yan's mind, but it actually made him clearer.
Battle energy surged forth, and the Crimson Lotus Star Flame rapidly soared, roaring as it swept towards the nearby Tang Abandoned Infant, intending to trap him. However, the Eight Desolate Annihilation Flame swiftly arrived before the Crimson Lotus Star Flame, its powerful destructive force shattering it once more!
There are actually differences between different types of flames, but Tang Qiying's strength advantage has made up for the differences in the quality of the flames!
shhhhh--
The remaining Eight Desolate Annihilation Flames also pierced through the Crimson Lotus Star Flame, falling like raindrops and descending upon Xiao Yan!
The Eight Desolate Annihilation Flame looks like raindrops, but it's not real raindrops. Each drop of black flame contains terrifying destructive power enough to severely injure a half-saint. As long as it comes into contact with even a little bit of destructive power, it will explode within the body. Xiao Yan's pupils shrank slightly, and the heavy Xuan Heavy Ruler in his hand transformed into an impenetrable black light curtain.
Ding ding ding ding—
The sounds of impact echoed as the Xuan Heavy Ruler clashed violently with the black flame energy containing the power of destruction. Each impact unleashed energy ripples, but Xiao Yan stubbornly withstood the impact.
As the smoke and energy turbulence dissipated, Xiao Yan's slightly disheveled figure was revealed.
Xiao Yan was breathing slightly, and the intensity of the purplish-red flames diminished slightly. At the same time, both the fracture in his arm and the bloodstains on his shoulder began to heal rapidly.
Tang Qiying did not continue the pursuit, seemingly enjoying watching Xiao Yan struggle to cope. Her voice was full of mockery: "Xiao Yan, this is one of your trump cards, isn't it? Like an unkillable dark beast, it's really infuriating."
"However, I also tried it back at the Starfall Pavilion. This ability has its limits. I just don't know how many times you can withstand an attack from a Dou Sheng level. But no matter how many times you recover, I will make your body explode." He drew a sharp line with his dagger and pointed it at Xiao Yan.
Once he unleashed his full power, he had the upper hand on the field.
A Dou Sheng level expert is terrifyingly powerful!
Despite his disheveled appearance, Xiao Yan showed no sign of panic. His advantage over Tang Qiying lay in the fact that all his power was personally cultivated. In that brief moment, Xiao Yan had already determined that he could handle the attacks of Tang Qiying, a one-star Dou Sheng. Even if there were some oversights due to the difference in strength, the Three Thousand Thunder Illusion Body ability would allow Xiao Yan to be fearless in these basic confrontations.
On the contrary, I must not let Tang Qiying affect my mindset in order to find my own chance to win.
Holding the Xuan Heavy Ruler, Xiao Yan looked at Tang Qiying and said calmly, "Before you test my limits, I will personally smash your two heads."
Tang Qiying played with his sharp blade, not at all afraid that the cold light would hurt his fingers. Simply killing Xiao Yan was not what he wanted.
"The reason you're not in a hurry at all is because you still have a trump card, right?"
(Thanks to CC)