Chapter 95

  Xu Ziqing's eyes flashed with a sharp glint, and he saw that the land was about to split in front of him, yet he showed no fear.

  But it's not because of anything else, but wood can overcome earth. Even if that Zhang Yi had practiced for half a year and broke through the tenth layer of Lianqi, under the same cultivation, the physical quality of the wood attribute is more advantageous.

  He calmly put away his wooden sword.

  This is not the time for comparing sword moves, but rather a battle of wits!

  Xu Ziqing's two hands "slapped" together, and in the instant when his palms met, countless green auras burst out, transforming into green light dots that flew out quickly.

  Just like the gentle spring rain, beauty is beyond description!

  The light fell on the rolling earth, and in an instant, new buds sprouted, growing rapidly into lush spring grass, covering the soil, forming a layer of soft green skin, bringing forth the fresh scent of grass.

  But the grass is not just skin-deep.

  Only the overturned earth was seen, where the brown grass roots were connected to each other, forming a dense large net, extending rapidly to the bottom of the ground.

  The fine roots of the grass gradually became thick and sturdy through countless twists and turns, forming a network of veins under the ground. The land above, which was still rolling and turning, was firmly grasped by these net-like roots and could no longer move an inch!

  And so the "spider web" spread even faster, but just as it was about to reach Xu Ziqing's body, it suddenly stopped.

  Stay three paces away from him.

  Xu Ziqing raised his eyes and said: "I also have a move, I'd like to ask Zhang Daoyou to appreciate it."

  He finished speaking, and his palms rotated and rubbed together——

  Suddenly, the "grass skin" moved!

  Those countless fine grasses grew rapidly, instantly growing into long stalks of grass, extremely quickly twisting into green grass ropes in mid-air, and the grass ropes instantly knotted into a net, one side growing wildly and the other spreading to cover the sky and earth!

  Zhang Chi saw Xu Zi Qing counterattack and also stared at him with a concentrated gaze.

  He drew out the flying sword and slashed out several sword lights in the air: "A piece of scorched earth——"

  The flying sword shone with a brilliant light, directly facing the grass net!

  The grass net and the sword light intersected, as if suddenly being burned, turned into a pitch black piece, and fell from mid-air, turning into waves of flying ash...

  The sword light did not disperse, but instead fell on those still growing "grass skins".

  So those "grass skins" can also be seen to turn black quickly, gradually becoming the ash of grass and trees, merging into that piece of soil.

  Trees are born from the earth, nurtured by the earth, and also merge with the earth when they wither.

  Hence all living things are born with a way of overcoming each other. Wood can overcome Earth, but in the end it must rely on Earth and cannot cut off its vital energy...

  Xu Ziqing's spell brought forth endless emerald grass that transformed into fertile soil, but Zhang Chi didn't necessarily feel much more at ease.

  These two techniques are a set of "Bengtu Jianfa" continuous second style, created for the wood-based cultivators who are in opposition to it. Therefore, once used, it is necessary to consider the corresponding technique of the wood-based cultivator, and then instantly break Xu Ziqing's technique.

  However, this sword move consumed a lot of energy, and as soon as it was made, Zhang Chi's face turned pale.

  "Mountain collapse and earth split!"

  He swung his sword out, the blade emitting a strong brown light that formed a circular slash around him, and the sword light also arced into a circle, bursting open in all directions!

  The rumbling sound continued unabated, the sword light flashed by, and the mountain wall collapsed, dropping rolling rocks.

  Rocks fall like rain in mid-air, crashing down with a loud noise. On the ground, fertile soil subsides, and hard surfaces burst open with huge cracks, dark and bottomless; elsewhere vast swamps form, centered on Zhang Chi, stretching out in all directions!

  It's obvious that this is the final move of that sword technique.

  Xu Ziqing's eyebrows furrowed, his feet lightly treading on the emerald leaves, already three feet off the ground. However, with countless boulders tumbling down, crashing towards him, he couldn't land and couldn't find a place to rely on, so he could only dodge left and right like this.

  However, the rocks fell densely, and there was no way to dodge. Xuziqing's expression solidified, and he swam against the current, reversing his hand to slash out with his steel wooden sword!

  "Bang!" Right on target, hitting a boulder!

  The mountain rocks split from the middle, scattering in two directions. Xu Ziqing didn't hesitate, dodging to the side as a "whoosh" sound echoed, then turning around and chopping down another massive boulder.

  Among countless giant stones, a young man in green clothes stepped on the emerald leaves, as if drifting in the rain, his figure appeared even more slender and weak.

  But in his hand, he held a black gold sword, cutting open all the stones that fell on his head! His moves were straightforward and ruthless, without any fancy moves, but sharp and efficient, not a bit flustered.

  Xu Ziqing was calm and composed, while Zhang Chi, on the other hand, suddenly felt a few points of worry in his heart.

  Now he has exhausted most of his spiritual power, these three sword moves are carefully selected by him, deeply cultivated for many years, and are precisely used to restrain the wood-based cultivators he encounters.

  Ke may also be due to its immense power, not only consuming a lot, but by the third form "Mountain Collapse Earth Fissure", the sword technique has become just an appetizer. He needs to concentrate his energy in order to manipulate the sword moves, so that the power does not lose control.

  Xu Ziqing didn't have that many ideas though.

  He is now fully immersed in the sword moves, and at first he found it difficult to cope with the giant rocks in the sky, but when he really got started, it was easy to get started, just a few moves, and it was easy.

  Although the boulder was falling rapidly, its trajectory could be easily captured. He only needed to control the green leaves under his feet, making them face the numerous rocks head-on, and then use the most basic and resolute slash taught by Yun Lian, just like he did when practicing swordsmanship every day, to naturally chop it down.

  It's fortunate that Xu Zi Qing had been practicing his sword moves three million times a day for the past half year, otherwise how could he have moved such a massive boulder with ease, given his previous abilities?

  Compared to Zhang Chi's tense concentration in supporting the spell, Xu Ziqing's sword moves were extremely efficient with his spiritual energy, not a single move was wasted, each sword strike was precise and didn't consume an ounce more or less of spiritual energy than necessary, far surpassing Zhang Chi!

  Zhang Chi originally thought that Xu Ziqing would not be able to hold on for long amidst the torrent of giant rocks, but unexpectedly, after half an hour passed, and then another hour passed, Xu Ziqing's movements were still steady and calm, without any disorder!

  He couldn't help but feel extremely anxious. If he couldn't use this trick to capture Xu Ziqing, then his spiritual power would be inferior to Xu's, and it would be a thousand times difficult for him to do anything else!

  After all, he was also a cultivator of the tenth layer of Qi Refining. Zhang Chi took a deep breath and calmed down.

  He raised two fingers and spoke with emphasis.

  The long sword in his hand flew up, spinning around his head for several times, and then hovered above his head, emitting a brown glow that spread outwards like ripples.

  Zhang Chi suddenly opened his mouth and pointed: "Quickly!"

  The flying sword instantly transformed into a brown light and rapidly stabbed towards Xu Zi Qing's back!

  Xu Ziqing's body and mind were fully immersed in the midst of chopping and hacking, just like his usual cultivation.

  He was supposed to be unaware of external objects, but every time he practiced swordsmanship, Yun Lian would definitely appear in front of him and gaze at him. As a result, Xu Ziqing had become accustomed to dividing his attention between internal and external focus, so that Yun Lian could point out the flaws in his sword moves.

  This time Xu Ziqing was also infatuated and no exception.

  Moreover, the coldness of the cloud was extremely heavy, and the murderous intent was full of his body. As a result, Xu Ziqing was very sensitive to the killing aura. Now that the flying sword had just approached, a thread of killing aura had not yet arrived, and Xu Ziqing had already sensed it.

  He immediately split open the giant stone in front of him, suddenly turned around, and just blocked that flying sword!

  "Clang, clang!" Two loud sounds rang out. Xu Ziqing's mind cleared and he saw Zhang Chi reciting an incantation with his hands, while the flying sword that had just been opened for him was "humming" with vibration and flew back instead. Behind him, a huge boulder came crashing down, just like "a wolf in front and a tiger behind", attacking from both sides.

  Both of them have only one move left, and if they clash again, they will both be seriously injured!

  And that killing intent...

  Xu Ziqing knew that Zhang Chi was already doomed and would be blamed by Tang Wenfei, so he decided to kill him here.

  He suppressed his mind and spirit, the elixir in his dantian was rapidly circulating, and he was also thinking about ways to escape.

  In a flash of inspiration, Xu Ziqing's heart moved and his mouth also let out a whistle: "Chonghua!"

  Suddenly a pale blue air mass came, Xu Ziqing turned around and let it go, just escaped from the pincer movement, but the place where he dodged also had huge rocks whizzing by, but they were already crushed by the air mass just now and turned into powder!

  This is the master and servant two hearts understanding each other, no need to remind, Rong Hua has already understood Xu Ziqing's plan in his heart, and opened up a way for him in advance!

  Zhang Chi never thought that there would be another eagle killing halfway, and one careless move would make the killing move completely lose its effect.

  Just now two swords, and he spent a lot of his strength. Thinking back to the various past events since entering the sect, Zhang Chi's heart sank, and he spat out a very fine flying sword with his mouth open.

  This flying sword is also an earth-elemental flying sword, but the spiritual light on it is extremely dazzling, almost like a spiritual artifact!

  It was the Wu Liang Zong's master who personally bestowed the spiritual sword, which was originally at the top of the law enforcement hierarchy and extremely precious. Zhang Chi was overjoyed after obtaining it and wanted to make it his own life-bound treasure.

  At present, this flying sword has been nurtured by Zhang Chi in his dantian for ten years and has almost merged with the dantian. It only waits for the day when the foundation is established, and this magic weapon can also advance with it, evolving into a spiritual instrument.

  It's clear now that Zhang Chi has already used his trump card, and the remaining power is not much. If you want to complete the task entrusted by the sect, you can only use your life-flying sword!

  At this moment, he didn't hesitate and struck several spells with his fingers.

  Xu Ziqing suddenly felt that the giant rocks in mid-air had changed direction and were gathering together, rushing towards him wildly! He was shocked in his heart, and instantly turned his head to the left. In an instant, a huge rock narrowly brushed past the right side of his face, almost hitting it by a hair's breadth!

  "Hiss——" Before he could react, another huge rock flew in from the left side.

  Xu Ziqing dodged again, and at this time he wanted to draw his sword, but he couldn't find the opportunity. Unfortunately, he had only practiced sword fighting for a short period of time, and his sword moves were limited to just two stiff ones; otherwise, with his level of familiarity, he wouldn't have been so miserable, and there would have been many more variations.

  At the same time, changes also took place on the ground in the swamp.

  Suddenly, a lot of white smoke burst out from among them, bubbles rose up, and in the blink of an eye, the mud splashed up, forming strips of mud snakes that went to grab Xu Ziqing's ankles!

  Xu Ziqing's wooden sword flashed down, cutting through the mud snake. However, a giant boulder came crashing down from mid-air, and he hastily dodged to the side, barely avoiding it. Chonghua flew through the air, occasionally spitting out gusts of wind at his most critical moments, but unfortunately, its cultivation was still shallow, and even small divine abilities couldn't be used continuously.

  This went on repeatedly, making Xu Ziqing almost unable to spare half a moment to pay attention to Zhang Chi's situation.

  Zhang Chi had already used half of his remaining spiritual power to exert his last bit of strength.

  After using this technique, those boulders and swamps are no longer controlled by Zhang Yi, but instead automatically spy on people's weaknesses, regardless of friend or foe, and launch chaotic attacks.

  Zhang Chi hung the familiar flying sword in front of him, making the giant stone and swamp distinguish their origins. He attacked Xu Zi Qing first, while he himself took advantage of this opportunity to further temper his spiritual sword!

  The spirit sword was small and delicate, only as long as a palm, and as thin as a finger.

  It is all brown, with a brilliant light, and an awe-inspiring majesty.

  He gazed at it with a lingering look, calmed his mind and spirit, bit the tip of his tongue and spat out a mouthful of blood.

  "Hmmph!"

  The blood stained on the sword body, and in an instant it made it shine brightly. A thin layer of bloody light was also plated on the sword body.

  The Benming Lingjian is connected to his heart's blood, and this step should have been taken when it was fully integrated with the dantian, without any hindrance. However, for Xu Ziqing, Zhang Chi had to take this step prematurely, and even if he successfully disposed of Xu Ziqing afterwards, this mouthful of Lingjian would still be in vain.

  To avoid more reluctance, Zhang Chi closed his eyes and spat out another mouthful of blood from the tip of his tongue!

  That spiritual sword spun and danced without stopping, extremely quickly giving rise to a profound meaning, just like the vast expanse of the earth, with no bounds to its depths; also as if in a desolate wilderness, solitary and remote, with mountains and rocks standing upright, unchanged since ancient times.

  At this time, due to the continuous refinement of the tongue's tip, it has brought a hint of Wu Tu's hardness.

  Gradually, the flying sword spun faster and faster, and the light on top became more and more intense, piercing to the eyes.

  Zhang Chi's face revealed a hint of madness, he knew he was about to succeed!

  On the other hand, Xu Ziqing calmly responded to the chaotic sweeping of giant rocks and the surging swamp mud, also feeling a bit out of place.

  He bypassed several boulders and suddenly flew high, with a glance, he saw Zhang Chi refining the spiritual sword, and that aura was distant, Xu Ziqing also had a hint of unease in his heart.

  At this moment, those giant stones suddenly rolled upwards, and they actually broke free from the category of magic, becoming frantic.

  They targeted Xu Ziqing and were going to beat him to death!

  Xu Ziqing's mind stirred and he couldn't care about anything else, immediately diving down.

  This direction is towards that relaxed face.

  No matter what Zhang Chi is up to, he won't let him succeed!

  Suddenly, a green-shirted youth stepped on the emerald leaves and flew forward quickly, almost fleeing in distress. Behind him, dozens of giant rocks were tied up, "rumbling" and hitting closely, pursuing relentlessly!

  Just as Zhang had finished drawing his sword, he heard a loud rumbling sound. He hastily lifted his head and saw the strange scene before him: huge boulders were being drawn in, while the swamp was surging forward like waves, pressing in relentlessly!

  They were indeed chasing Xu Ziqing, but Xu Ziqing was coming towards him!

  Thus, it's hard to avoid being implicated!

  His eyes narrowed and he pointed: "Go!"

  The divine sword flashed and flew away, lightly and nimbly, and had already shattered more than a dozen giant rocks. The swamp was illuminated by its radiance and soon calmed down.

  Due to Xu Ziqing's "calamity", Zhang Chi's easily tempered spiritual sword will have to be used as a vanguard for him first!

  Knitting his brow deeply, he hadn't expected it to be like this. But thinking of the spiritual sword being completed, he didn't have too much anxiety.

  Xu Ziqing also witnessed the power of that spiritual sword, which was more than ten times stronger than an ordinary flying sword.

  He flew around Zhang Yi while thinking in his heart.

  What should be done with this divine sword?

  In the blink of an eye, the spiritual sword stirred a few times, and those giant rocks had all fallen down, and the ground returned to normal.

  It flew back again, but this time it was heading straight for Xu Ziqing!

  That spirit sword was extremely small and fast, moving in a flash of sharp light, instantly appearing right before one's eyes.

  Xu Ziqing was caught off guard and barely managed to use his steel wooden sword to deflect it, but even so, the speed of the attack made him break out in a cold sweat.

  Too fast!

  The steel-wood sword and the spiritual sword had only just come into contact, but a slight crack appeared on the former. This showed that the spiritual sword was extremely sharp and superior to ordinary weapons. Xu Zi Qing knew in his heart that if he were to clash head-on with the spiritual sword again using the steel-wood sword, it would be impossible.

  But what's next?

  The Ling Jian was knocked flying by Gang Mu's sword and instantly turned back.

  It was connected to Zhang Chi's mind and spirit, so when Zhang Chi used it, it was as natural as an arm moving a finger, smooth and effortless. But no matter how Xu Zi Qing dodged and weaved, as long as Zhang Chi's mind and spirit moved, the sword would "point where it hits". Forcing Xu Zi Qing to be a green shadow flashing about, unable to keep up.

  However, Xu Ziqing's heart was very clear.

  The situation is indeed critical, but he also knows that this is Zhang Chi's last resort. As long as he can withstand the sudden attack of the Ling Jian, and hold on for a moment, he will be able to exhaust Zhang Chi's spiritual energy, leaving the Ling Jian with no way to continue!

  But it's no use.

  Now Zhang Chi is no longer just trying to abolish his dantian, but also wants his life, how can Xu Ziqing tolerate it!

  Whether it's deliberate calculation or unexpected reason, or envy of his natural talent, all are taking advantage of Xu Ziqing's kind and gentle nature.

  To the extent that later on, even if one's heart is soft, they have to be tough this time!

  Xu Ziqing's mind flashed with a thought, and he didn't hesitate. He suddenly changed direction, dodging the spiritual sword while moving towards Zhang Chi. This move was very subtle, getting close by about three feet and then retreating by one foot, gradually approaching without arousing suspicion.

  Perhaps Zhang Chi saw Xu Zi Qing in a sorry state, and even several times had his clothes cut by the Ling Jian, thinking that things would be settled. He was overjoyed in his heart, and with his spiritual energy gradually weakening, he couldn't help but slightly let his guard down.

  Xu Ziqing saw this, his eyes turned cold, and he charged straight at Zhang Chi!

  He flew extremely fast, in just five or six feet, he arrived in the blink of an eye.

  The Ling Sword followed closely, but just as it was about to collide with Zhang Chi, Xu Ziqing suddenly disappeared.

  "Ah——" Zhang Chi suddenly let out a mournful cry.

  The spiritual sword was not enough to stop it, and it pierced through Zhang Chi's dantian!

  Zhang Chi's dantian is completely destroyed!

  If the spiritual sword had merged with Zhang Chi's dantian before being tempered, it would not have harmed his dantian in the slightest. But precisely because of this lack of fusion, when the spiritual sword was about to pierce Xu Ziqing with its mighty power, that powerful force instantly shattered more than half of Zhang Chi's already empty dantian into powder!

  Zhang Chi spat out a mouthful of blood and fell to the ground, his expression even more disheveled. Because he could no longer control it, the Ling Sword also suddenly fell to the ground, but was still several feet away from him.

  He turned his head to look aside, and a hint of resentment still flashed in his eyes.

  It was originally within three feet of it, and at some point a giant tree grew out, its entire body black like gold but not gold. It was the thousand-year-old steel wood itself.

  And among these steel and wood, a young man in a green shirt slowly walked out.

  At this time, a hint of coldness and hardness appeared on his usually gentle face, and the corners of his mouth, which always had a smile, were slightly pursed, as if he was somewhat angry, yet seemingly also somewhat pitiful.

  It's Xu Ziqing.

  That thousand-year-old steel tree was the steel sword he threw out at a critical moment, and it transformed into a tree when it fell to the ground. He then instantly used his Wood Concealment Technique to hide inside the steel tree. Causing the spiritual sword to follow its momentum and counterattack its master!

  Because Tang Wensheng had made a rule for himself that he would never take a life, he wouldn't execute Zhang Ji either.

  This man is full of foolish loyalty and has a stubborn temperament, it's impossible to reason with him. Xuzi Qing also didn't have the heart to reason with him.

  Since Wu Liangzong wants to abolish his dantian, he can only let the most promising genius of this generation in Wu Liangzong also taste this flavor.

  Xu Ziqing suppressed the unbearable feeling in his heart, glanced at Zhang Chi, and turned to leave.

  This matter has been settled; he should now continue his cultivation.

  As for what happened to this loose day later, it was no longer hung in his heart.

  Contrary to Xu Ziqing's expectations, in the following days, no one came to visit his cave, nor was there any summons from Tang Yunfei. It was as if nothing had happened at all, without leaving any trace.

  Xu Ziqing was also calm and peaceful, as usual. After getting up in the morning, he swung his sword 30,000 times, then sat down to meditate and refine his true yuan. He repeated this process without feeling tired.

  Two months later, another strange sign appeared outside the cave.

  Xu Ziqing opened his eyes: "Someone else is building their foundation?"

  Last time, the Flowing Fire Gate's program failed to build a foundation, and their divine souls were destroyed. This was a great blow to the proud sons of heaven, causing their arrogant hearts, which had been born from their confidence in their natural talents, to suddenly sink into their stomachs. At the same time, many fears also arose in their minds.

  This time, I don't know who overcame such a demon in their heart and actually dared to lay the foundation?

  Xu Ziqing couldn't help but feel a little admiration.

  Because he himself is a single spiritual root, it's not as good as those mixed spiritual roots cultivators, worrying that the impurities in his body will hinder the opening of the Purple Mansion. However, Su Xing will still be unable to lay the foundation, this person who can lay the foundation must have great willpower and perseverance, an excellent talent!

  He immediately stood up and waved away the ban.

  Today's 30,000 sword moves have already been completed, and it won't hinder him from going out to take a look at that exceptional cultivator.

  Having made up his mind, Xu Zi Qing walked out of the cave and fell onto the mountain wall below, just like last time.

  It was also the same as last time, many monks had already been waiting there, and they seemed even more anxious than last time.

  The red-clothed youth was with his fellow loose cultivators when he saw Xu Ziqing and simply smiled, saying: "You're late this time."

  Xu Ziqing smiled: "Can't be too hasty this time, water overflows when full."

  Su Xuan didn't tease him either, and his expression seemed mysterious: "Guess who's building the foundation this time?"

  Xu Ziqing saw him selling guanzi and scanned around before turning back, slightly surprised, saying: "Young Master Yan?"

  Su Xun nodded: "It was Yanmen's Yan Bo Shang that day."

  Xu Ziqing's eyebrows had become slightly more serious.

  If it's this person, then it's natural for all the monks to be eager to watch.

  Su Xun continued, "Last time, Cheng An's foundation was barely full of true yuan, yet he dared to build his foundation, resulting in countless impurities in the smoke dragon, causing him to lose with one blow. But Yan Bo Shang is very clever, his cultivation has long been close to building his foundation, why wait for eight months? He must be eliminating impurities wholeheartedly. This person has always been cautious, now he must have at least 90% confidence before making a move."

  Xu Ziqing slightly tilted his head: "Isn't that a 90% chance of him successfully building his foundation this time?"

  Su Xun nodded and said, "That's right."

  So that's how it is.

  Last time I saw a failed foundation, those monks were mostly affected mentally. Now if we can see a successful one, the gloom will be lifted.