Chapter 240-244

240. Saber Strikes Foundation Establishment

In the Illusion Worry City, the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals were in a courtyard.

Although the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals were Foundation Establishment True Persons, they were almost inseparable, even living together. They were very cautious. Even if the end was near, they were always careful and would never be negligent. Just now, they had received a message.

"Big brother, we have received a message. The Ancient Origin Sect has sent people, and there are quite a few, more than a dozen, all are Martial Saints! The Ancient Origin Sect mobilizing in such a large manner, I fear the visitors have ill intentions. Most likely, they are coming for us."

The third among the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals said with a solemn face. They had killed true disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect and knew that they could not hide this matter. Now it seems that they were indeed found out by the Ancient Origin Sect.

The large sects were all very protective. Killing a true disciple was no small matter. Now that the Ancient Origin Sect had sent people, they were naturally somewhat panicked. Even if they were top Foundation Establishment True Persons, it was the same.

The "big brother" of the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals, True Person Deer, sneered, "Don't panic, even if the Ancient Origin Sect sends a dozen Martial Saints, what if they send a hundred? This is Illusion Worry City! As long as it's not a Martial Sovereign coming, there won't be any problem. Who dares to do it in Illusion Worry City? Even the Ancient Origin Sect can't!

Originally, I was still worried that the Martial Sovereign of the Ancient Origin Sect would take action personally. After all, there has been a precedent. Wind Sovereign, the Hall Master of the Ancient Origin Sect Law Enforcement Hall, once took action personally and pursued a Limit Martial Saint who had condensed two flowers!

But now, Wind Sovereign didn't come and only sent a team of Martial Saints. Seems that the rumor is true. The Ancient Origin Sect and Illusion Worry City have an agreement that the Martial Sovereign can't come to Illusion Worry City. So, we don't need to worry at all."

The second and third both sighed slightly.

"So, we don't need to worry?"

"We can't be completely careless and complacent. Those Martial Saints of the Ancient Origin Sect definitely don't dare to come hard. But they probably will try their best to force or lure us out of Illusion Worry City. Therefore, we must be vigilant next. No matter what happens, we must not leave Illusion Worry City!"

True Person Deer said solemnly. This was also his method. At any time, they must not leave Illusion Worry City. Even when the end comes, they must stay in Illusion Worry City.

After all, he knew very well that if one offend a major martial arts sect like the Ancient Origin Sect and still want to live freely, he can only stay in Illusion Worry City. Once he leaves, he will undoubtedly die! There will be no fluke.

"Big brother, rest assured, no matter what happens, we will not leave Illusion Worry City."

The two True Persons also repeatedly assured. They were very convinced by True Person Deer. It was True Person Deer's plans and decisive actions that led them step by step to today. Otherwise, it would have been difficult to even establish a foundation. True Person Deer had almost never taken a wrong step!

"Hmm?"

Just then, True Person Deer's divine consciousness seemed to sense something.

"Bang".

The next moment, the door was smashed open. The three Foundation Establishment True Persons immediately got up, looking somewhat surprised at the door. That was a group of Martial Saints, all dressed in the Ancient Origin Sect's robes, as many as a dozen.

"Ancient Origin Sect's Martial Saints?"

The Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals were uncertain.

"What are you doing? Fighting is forbidden in Illusion Worry City. Do you dare to do it? When the time comes, the enforcement team of Illusion Worry City will show no mercy!"

True Person Deer immediately shouted loudly. He didn't believe that the Ancient Origin Sect's Martial Saints wouldn't know the rules of Illusion Worry City。

Once they started fighting, even if they really died, how could this group of Ancient Origin Sect Martial Saints in front of them escape from Illusion Worry City?

"Did you slay the three true disciples of my Ancient Origin Sect?" Lin Fei disregarded Deer True Person's reprimand, addressing him directly.

The Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals exchanged glances. Perhaps realizing that any further concealment was pointless, Deer True Person replied with a cold chuckle, "What if it was us? Hmph, to dare challenge the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals for the abode of a Golden Core True Person is to seek death! It's merely their misfortune. Furthermore, they were naive. Assuming that being true disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect would deter us."

"You admitted it..." Lin Fei's eyes turned icy.

"And what if we did? This is Illusion Worry City, not your Ancient Origin Sect's domain. Here in Illusion Worry City, you cannot touch us. And no matter what you attempt, we will never leave this city. Unless, of course, you plan to stalk us here for all eternity. Hahaha…"

Deer True Person burst into laughter, his demeanor hinting at a touch of madness. He was nearing the end of his life's limit.

In fact, many Foundation Establishment True Persons or Martial Saints nearing the end of their lifespan became emotionally extreme.

For instance, the evil cultivator that Lin Fei had slain in the Tianqi Country's imperial city or the present Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals, all willing to pay any price. Even daring to kill the true disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect, they were bordering on madness. Their acts showed a complete disregard for consequences.

"If it's so, then prepare to die!"

Without warning, Lin Fei flicked his finger.

"Whoosh."

A slash of saber essence shot out, transforming into a vibrant rainbow, disappearing almost as quickly as it appeared. It arrived in front of Deer True Person in an instant.

Rainbow Transformation Saber!

This saber technique emphasized speed. A slash so swift it mirrored a fleeting bird. Moreover, the potency of Lin Fei's saber essence had now reached unimaginable levels.

Thus, with that strike unleashed, it arrived in front of Deer True Person in a mere blink. Moreover, by the time it reached Deer True Person, the slash had grown to a staggering hundred meters in height!

Deer True Person had never anticipated that Lin Fei would dare to act within Illusion Worry City. Thus, he was completely unprepared. Only when Lin Fei's Rainbow Transformation Saber was right before him did he manage to muster a defensive spell in the nick of time. However, faced with Lin Fei's colossal saber essence spanning hundred of meters, what could such a meager spell possibly achieve?

"Boom."

The saber essence descended, instantly shattering Deer True Person's body into a mist of blood. He was dead!

Deer True Person, a top-tier Foundation Establishment True Person, had fallen! Caught utterly off guard, he was killed by a single slash from Lin Fei!

At this moment, not only were the remaining two Foundation Establishment True Persons stunned, but also the surrounding martial artists and Qi cultivators, even the Ancient Origin Sect martial saints led by Lin Fei also stood agape.

Perhaps no one had expected that Lin Fei's move would be so decisive and ferocious, slayed Deer True Person with a singular slash.

"How audacious! Those who dare act in Illusion Worry City shall meet their death!"

Right after Lin Fei killed Deer True Person, a chilling voice echoed from a distance. Simultaneously, a terrifying oppressive aura descended upon all present. A Limit Martial Saint! A Limit Martial Saint of the Illusion Worry City's enforcement team had arrived!

241. Saber Splits Limit Martial Saint

"It's Liu Hong!"

"Deputy captain of the Illusion Worry City Enforcement Team, Liu Hong! He has condensed the Qi Flower, acts decisively, and is utterly impartial."

"Liu Hong has slain countless Martial Saints and Foundation Establishment True Persons who have stirred up trouble in Illusion Worry City."

"It's Liu Hong in person! It seems that Illusion Worry City has been keeping an eye on the people of the Ancient Origin Sect."

"These Martial Saints from the Ancient Origin Sect are really bold. They dare to take action in Illusion Worry City. I'm afraid they won't be able to leave the city today."

"They are from a major martial arts sect after all. They are used to being domineering and would not care about Illusion Worry City."

"Let's see how these Martial Saints from the Ancient Origin Sect handle this. If they aren't careful, they might have to stay in Illusion Worry City today."

Many martial artists and Qi cultivators in Illusion Worry City were talking. And they didn't seem to like Lin Fei and the others. There were quite a few sarcastic remarks. This was quite normal.

Lin Fei represented the Ancient Origin Sect, which was a major martial arts sect that usually acted very domineering. The disciples of the Ancient Origin Sect always had a superior feeling when they went down the mountain. This was the truth.

Most martial artists and Qi cultivators in Illusion Worry City were independent cultivators. It would be strange if they had a good impression of the Ancient Origin Sect. Under the intimidation of Liu Hong's voice in Illusion Worry City, the Martial Saints of the Ancient Origin Sect's Law Enforcement Hall also stopped.

"Didn't you hear my command? Spare no one from Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals!"

Lin Fei's voice was already somewhat cold. These Martial Saints from the Law Enforcement Hall seemed to have thought of something.

They immediately gritted their teeth and attacked the remaining two Foundation Establishment True Persons of Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals.

Lin Fei's command was "Spare no one." Therefore, they didn't need to capture them alive. They directly aimed to kill the remaining two Foundation Establishment True Persons.

"Dare to take action again?"

Liu Hong was very fast. However, he was still too late. The Martial Saints of the Law Enforcement Hall had already taken action.

More than a dozen Martial Saints, among them, were even three Limit Martial Saints. How difficult could it be to kill two Foundation Establishment True Persons?

"Ah..."

The two Foundation Establishment True Persons screamed and were immediately killed. At this point, all members of the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals were killed!

Liu Hong was extremely furious. It had been a long time since anyone had dared to be so presumptuous in Illusion Worry City.

"Surround them all! Kill anyone who dares to resist!"

Liu Hong yelled loudly. The many Martial Saints and Foundation Establishment True Persons behind him quickly surrounded the entire courtyard. Lin Fei and the others were in the middle of the courtyard.

At the same time, Liu Hong had already punched out, directly aiming at Lin Fei. Because Lin Fei was blocking the entrance to the courtyard, clearly intending to obstruct the Illusion Worry City Enforcement Team.

"Suppress!"

Lin Fei gave a soft shout.

"Boom."

The transcendental saber momentum exploded instantly. It was as if the void had suddenly solidified. Under the cover of the saber momentum, everyone felt as if they were carrying several heavy mountains on their backs, making them unable to move. For a moment, even Liu Hong's fist, which was shot from the air, disintegrated directly under the suppression of the saber momentum.

"Transcendence saber momentum!"

Liu Hong's face was solemn, and he said each word distinctly.

"Boom."

Liu Hong's words seemed to ignite the surrounding martial artists and Qi cultivators. Even though they were independent cultivators, they understood what the transcendence saber momentum meant due to their mutual exchange in Illusion Worry City.

After all, it is difficult to comprehend the momentum of martial arts. Among the three flowers of a Martial Saint, the Energy Flower and Qi Flower are not particularly rare. But the Spirit Flower is really rare. To condense a Spirit Flower, one needs to cultivate the momentum of martial arts to perfection. This is a hurdle that blocks more than 90% of Martial Saints.

Many Martial Saints can't even comprehend the momentum of martial arts, let alone cultivate it to perfection. But now, this Martial Saint from the Ancient Origin Sect had comprehended the transcendence saber momentum.

"The Ancient Origin Sect came prepared."

"Transcendence saber momentum, how rare it is! Even within the Ancient Origin Sect, that's an absolute top-tier Martial Saint."

"A top-tier Martial Saint? It must be a Limit Martial Saint!"

"Why did the Ancient Origin Sect send such a top talent down the mountain, even to kill the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals in Illusion Worry City? What do they want to do?"

"Aren't they afraid that Illusion Worry City will kill him?"

"Perhaps the Ancient Origin Sect has confidence in this Martial Saint? Or they feel that Illusion Worry City would not dare to do anything to him."

"Heh heh, Martial Saint Liu Hong is famous for his mercilessness. Once he takes action, it's a fight to the death!"

More and more people flocked to the scene. Liu Hong is known for his violent temper. Once he takes action, it's a fight to the death. This was a big battle!

"Transcendence saber momentum? Break!"

Just as others had said, Liu Hong was indeed fearless. A Qi Flower suddenly appeared above his head.

"Boom."

With the emergence of the Qi Flower, the pressure of Lin Fei's transcendence saber momentum seemed to disappear instantly. At least that was the case for Liu Hong. A Qi Flower could block the suppression of the saber momentum to some extent. Of course, this was only because Lin Fei's was the transcendence saber momentum. If Lin Fei's saber momentum reached perfection and even condense the Spirit Flower, the saber momentum would suppress opponents.

Endless True Essence pressure erupted from Liu Hong. Limit Martial Saint! For the first time, Lin Fei faced a Limit Martial Saint directly.

At the same time, Liu Hong also made his move. When he made his move, it was like a mountain collapsing and the earth cracking, the terrifying True Essence explosion, the power of a single punch, was earth-shattering.

No wonder Liu Hong was able to become the deputy captain of the Illusion Worry City Enforcement Team. With such terrifying strength, even if he was just a Qi Flower martial artist, he was a standout among them.

"Shoo."

The next moment, Lin Fei flicked his finger, and a saber essence flew out instantly.

"Boom."

Fierce flames seemed to ignite the void with the emergence of the saber essence. Everyone couldn't help but look up. They saw the flames in the void. No, not flames. But a saber. A saber that was burning with fierce flames, or rather, a saber made up of flames! One thousand meters tall! And it exuded an endless fierce aura.

Lin Fei only flicked his finger lightly, and less than one-tenth of the saber essence inside his body erupted. But he condensed more than one thousand meters of saber essence.

This is the Flame Burning Heaven Saber. A remarkably powerful saber technique.

"Slash!"

Facing Liu Hong's Qi Flower explosion and an all-out punch, Lin Fei's Flame Burning Heaven Saber, under the blessing of the saber momentum, slashed down.

Even during the slashing process, Lin Fei's saber essence was still increasing. The Flame Burning Heaven Saber was also still expanding.

One thousand meters, fifteen hundred meters...

No one could describe this saber. Lin Fei didn't even display the Qi Flower, yet how could he condense such a terrifying saber?

"Boom."

Finally, the Flame Burning Heaven Saber slashed down. It slashed directly against Liu Hong's punch.

Liu Hong was a true Limit Martial Saint. Even if all his True Essence erupted, this punch, under Lin Fei's fifteen hundred meters Flame Burning Heaven Saber, was as weak as tofu. It was instantly cut open by the flame saber. The fierce flames fell directly, instantly engulfing Liu Hong!

242. Limit Martial Saint with Two Flowers

The Flame Burning Heaven Saber, along with the transcendence saber momentum and Lin Fei's terrifying saber essence, exploded at this moment with a force that was earth-shaking! Even when facing a powerful Limit Martial Saint, Lin Fei's saber was not inferior, it was even stronger!

At least, Liu Hong was in a crisis. He was engulfed by Lin Fei's Flame Burning Heaven Saber. The endless saber essence could possibly severely injure or even kill Liu Hong in an instant!

"Whoosh."

A shadow flashed and disappeared in an instant. Almost in an instant, it took Liu Hong away.

"Huh?"

Lin Fei's eyes flickered slightly. He saw a shadow, saving Liu Hong from the sea of fire at the last moment. The speed of the opponent was very fast. And most importantly, from the moment he entered Lin Fei's area to rescuing Liu Hong, it was all in one go. There was no pause in between. Obviously, the opponent was extremely powerful. Otherwise, he would not have been able to move freely under Lin Fei's suppressive area.

Lin Fei waved his hand. The scattered saber essence was actually retracted back into his body. Although it would consume some of it, this could ensure that Lin Fei could use the saber essence to its maximum extent in battle.

Of course, not every martial artist who had comprehended the saber momentum could do this. This was a special characteristic of Lin Fei's saber essence. Others didn't have the saber essence. For example, Shen Lianxin. He couldn't retract his True Essence. Lin Fei's saber essence was integrated with the saber momentum. Therefore, under the saber momentum, he could retract the saber essence.

Without the saber essence and the sea of fire, the smoke and dust gradually disappeared. Lin Fei also saw the situation on the other side clearly. Liu Hong's face was a bit unsightly. He didn't say a word, staring fixedly at Lin Fei. And beside Liu Hong stood a man in black, calm and composed. He stood quietly, as steady as a towering mountain. Even someone as powerful as Liu Hong seemed very quiet next to this man.

Moreover, behind the man, a large number of Foundation Establishment True Persons and Martial Saints rushed over. Some of them were even comparable to Liu Hong's Limit Martial Saints or top Foundation Establishment True Persons!

However, top Foundation Establishment True Persons usually excel in magic treasure. Without using magic treasure, it's hard to tell if they can match the Limit Martial Saint.

"Thank you, Captain," Liu Hong said respectfully with a salute.

If it weren't for the Captain's rescue, he would have died just now. Thinking of the saber that Lin Fei had slashed, even now, Liu Hong was still somewhat in shock and unsettled. He never thought that one day, facing a Martial Saint, he would almost be killed.

"Law Enforcement Team Captain, Martial Saint Jiang Tianyun!" Lin Fei slowly said, word by word.

Jiang Tianyun! This was the most frequently mentioned person in the information about the Illusion Worry City that Lin Fei had collected before coming down the mountain.

Jiang Tianyun not only condensed the Energy Flower and Qi Flower but also mastered the martial momentum. And it was sword momentum! Even if it hadn't reached transcendence, it was still very terrifying. Most importantly, he was a disciple of the Worry-free Sovereign and the most hopeful Martial Saint in the entire Illusion Worry City to achieve the Martial Sovereign status.

Jiang Tianyun on the other side was also looking at Lin Fei. He also spoke, "Liu Hong, don't be resentful. Losing to him, you did not lose in vain. If I'm not mistaken, you should be Lin Fei, the 'Dao Seeker' of the Ancient Origin Sect, who has been in the limelight recently. Transcendence saber momentum is indeed extraordinary. Moreover, you have just condensed the Qi Flower in the Ancient Origin Sect Spiritual Qi Pool. No wonder the Wind Sovereign sent you to the Illusion Worry City. Transcendence saber momentum, plus Qi Flower. Even if someone can defeat you, but wants to hold you back, it's simply impossible."

Jiang Tianyun's tone was calm. Even if he guessed Lin Fei's identity, Jiang Tianyun seemed not surprised at all. However, his words shocked the people around him. Especially Liu Hong. His eyes widened. His expression was filled with a trace of shock.

"Dao Seeker Lin Fei? And he has transcended saber momentum, and even condensed the Qi Flower? But just now, he clearly did not even burst out with the Qi Flower..."

Liu Hong's eyes widened as he stared closely at Lin Fei. That one saber made him desperate. It almost killed him. And the result?

Lin Fei didn't even burst out the Qi Flower. The strength he displayed might not even be half of his full potential. This result was a little hard for Liu Hong to accept. However, he knew very well. Jiang Tianyun's words would not be wrong. Besides Liu Hong, when others heard Jiang Tianyun's words, they were also shocked, their eyes all turned to Lin Fei.

"Dao Seeker Lin Fei?"

"So, he is Dao Seeker Lin Fei!"

"I heard long ago that there was a Dao Seeker who crossed the sea and later joined the Ancient Origin Sect, so it was him."

"When Dao Seeker Lin Fei joined the Ancient Origin Sect, he suppressed hundreds of Martial Saints by his own power. But at that time, he certainly had not condensed the Qi Flower. How long has it been since then?"

"Just half a year. In just half a year, Lin Fei has already condensed the Qi Flower."

"As expected, the rumors about the 'Dao Seekers' in the Ancient Continent are true. Every Seeker is a genius. Their future achievements are immeasurable!"

"Dao Seeker Lin Fei versus Jiang Tianyun, this will be interesting. I wonder who will come out on top?"

In fact, many people knew. Now that Jiang Tianyun had arrived, he would not let Lin Fei and the others leave.

Otherwise, where is the dignity of the Illusion Worry City? Regardless of what the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals did today, regardless of how angry the Ancient Origin Sect is, this is the Illusion Worry City. No one can kill in the Illusion Worry City.

Lin Fei, the Martial Saint of the Ancient Origin Sect, killed the Spiritual Rhythm Three Immortals. The Illusion Worry City must intervene!

"Lin Fei, how about we fight in the void? So as not to destroy the Illusion Worry City and anger my master. That would be bad."

Jiang Tianyun said calmly. Although his tone was calm, in reality, this fight was not as simple as it appeared on the surface.

This battle is not an ordinary fight. It is a life-and-death battle!

Jiang Tianyun intended to kill Lin Fei. In order to maintain the rules of the Illusion Worry City, even if Lin Fei was the Limit Martial Saint of the Ancient Origin Sect, it would be the same.

Lin Fei stared at Jiang Tianyun deeply. Word by word, he said coldly, "Jiang Tianyun, are you sure you want to fight with me? In this battle, even in the Illusion Worry City, you might die!"

Lin Fei's words were also very calm. But within that calmness, there was a chilling coldness.

"Hahaha, I will die?"

Jiang Tianyun took a step forward.

"Boom."

Above his head, a Qi Flower emerged. Immediately afterward, an Energy Flower also emerged.

Two flowers!

The terrifying momentum was directed straight at Lin Fei.

Two flowers are not as simple as one plus one. Two flowers are a multiple increase because they are interrelated. Once the Energy Flower and Qi Flower are condensed, the two complement each other, the power is multiplied!

Therefore, this momentum was vast and mighty. Just like a storm, it swept in all directions.

The terrifying power, even more, terrifying than Lin Fei's transcendence saber momentum. Some martial artists and Foundation Establishment True Persons watching around, and their faces all changed at the same time.

"Retreat!"

"Quickly retreat! The power of two flowers, even an average Martial Saint cannot withstand!"

"How terrifying, is this the power of two flowers?"

For a time, many people were looking at Jiang Tianyun with unspeakable horror.

"I won't die! Under the Martial Sovereign, no one is qualified to let me die! Lin Fei, you can't either!"

Jiang Tianyun no longer had that calm expression on his face. The two flowers above his head spanned the entire void, filling with its terrifying pressure. Even Lin Fei's saber momentum was also suppressed!

This is a Martial Saint with two flowers. Each additional flower is a world of difference!

243. It's either your end or mine

"Two flowers!"

A gleam flashed through Lin Fei's eyes. Dominance! Jiang Tianyun before him was indeed dominant. The overbearing aura brought forth by the two flowers was terrifying.

Ever since Lin Fei achieved Saber Momentum Transcendence, it was the first time he felt suppressed in terms of aura. The surrounding crowd, even the three Limit Martial Saints behind Lin Fei, struggled under this pressure, taking steps back.

"Vice Hall Master Lin..."

Lin Fei waved dismissively. The enforcement hall martial saints behind him ceased to speak.

One step, two steps, three...

Jiang Tianyun steadily advanced toward Lin Fei. With every step he took, the aura radiating from Jiang Tianyun grew even more fearsome. Even Lin Fei's Saber Momentum was slowly being pressed to its limits. A peculiar light flickered in Lin Fei's eyes.

"You possess the Qi Flower, do you think I do not?"

In the next moment, the saber essence within Lin Fei erupted. A tremendous wave of saber essence swept out in all directions. At the same time, above Lin Fei's head, a flower appeared. It was the Qi Flower! As soon as Lin Fei's Qi Flower manifested, his aura surged like a tidal wave, directly pressing back against Jiang Tianyun.

Moreover, Lin Fei took a forceful step toward Jiang Tianyun. A resonating hum echoed two terrifying auras, collided in an instant.

Lin Fei's Qi Flower, even when unleashed on its own, surpassed the Qi Flower of others. More so, Lin Fei's Qi Flower was intimately connected with the Saber Momentum.

Lin Fei's saber essence was the fusion of True Essence and Saber Momentum. Therefore, when Lin Fei unleashed his Qi Flower, the might of his Saber Momentum and Qi Flower almost blended into one. Instantly, the potency of Lin Fei's Saber Momentum surged, counter-pressuring Jiang Tianyun as Lin Fei took a step.

"Hmm?"

Jiang Tianyun's expression subtly shifted. Since he had manifested those two flowers, never had he been suppressed during combat. But now, at least in terms of aura, he was being suppressed! Of course, perhaps 'suppression' was too strong a word. The forces were evenly matched, neither side showing a clear advantage in their aura.

With a whoosh, in the next moment, Jiang Tianyun transformed into a streak of light, soaring straight into the void. Clearly, he still held reservations about damaging the Illusion Worry City.

Lin Fei's expression remained calm. He took a step forward, soaring similarly into the void.

In the vastness of the void, Lin Fei and Jiang Tianyun stood off from a distance.

"You are the first opponent to ever match me in aura!"

Jiang Tianyun declared coldly, His eyes held a trace of seriousness.

"You too are the first to challenge me post my Saber Momentum Transcendence, preventing me from suppressing you with my Saber Momentum."

Lin Fei also held no contempt for Jiang Tianyun. Manifesting the Energy Flower and Qi Flower, Jiang Tianyun was evidently no ordinary adversary.

"Ha! But Lin Fei, you have still underestimated me. You possess Saber Momentum, do you think I lack martial momentum? Sword, come forth!"

With a gesture from Jiang Tianyun, the scabbard on his back trembled slightly. Following that, a silvery blade gleamed as it shot out.

A sword! A blade that shone with undeniable sharpness! And as Jiang Tianyun gripped its hilt, a surge of martial prowess evolved instantly.

Sword Momentum! Jiang Tianyun was exuding Sword Momentum. Though not at transcendence, it was certainly in its mastery phase. Particularly under the support of his twin-flower aura, Jiang Tianyun's aura surged overwhelmingly, enveloping the skies as it bore down on Lin Fei.

"Sword Momentum..."

Lin Fei's gaze turned even colder. Jiang Tianyun's aura was undeniably stronger. And having manifested the two flowers while grasping the Sword Momentum, this was the true seed of a Martial Sovereign! But, the outcome would always be determined by combat. For what use was a strong aura without a fight?

"Jiang Tianyun, you are worthy of my saber!"

With a swish, Lin Fei flicked his finger, the saber essence erupted instantly. A radiant arc flashed briefly,

Rainbow Transformation Saber! Its speed was inconceivably fast. Especially under Lin Fei's Saber Momentum, it was even faster.

But Jiang Tianyun possessed Sword Momentum. With another swish, his sword lashed out, Its radiance stretching for thousands of meters.

Lin Fei's Rainbow Transformation Sabere also expanded dramatically in the wind, reaching the same vastness.

One saber, one sword, collided with immense force. A thunderous boom resonated.

Saber essence, sword light, saber momentum, sword momentum, Qi Flower, Energy Flowe. All these forces converged into one area. A direct confrontation! A muted thud echoed through the void as if the void had birthed myriad black fissures. But in a moment, these cracks vanished as if they had never existed at all.

Simultaneously, a terrifying aftershock surged forth, vast and overwhelming, spreading in all directions. Even from a great distance, the martial artists and the Foundation Establishment cultivators from Illusion Worry City were profoundly shaken.

"Is this truly a battle of the Martial Saint level?"

"A Martial Saint, wielding such immense power?"

"It's just two flowers now. What if there were three? How formidable would that be?"

"This is the Martial Dao! Just as profound as the Immortal Dao..."

Such a battle was utterly astonishing to the Martial Saints and Foundation Establishment cultivators. A spectacle that might be witnessed once in a lifetime, if at all. Only surpassed by the Martial Sovereign and the Golden Core True Persons.

However, the Limit Martial Saints and the top Foundation Establishment True Persons felt an even greater tumult within.

Liu Hong stared blankly at the silhouettes of Lin Fei and Jiang Tianyun in the void. While Lin Fei was a mystery, Liu Hong was quite familiar with Jiang Tianyun. Jiang Tianyun manifested two flowers. In all of Illusion Worry City, he was hailed as the strongest, second only to the Martial Sovereign.

Yet, deep inside, Liu Hong felt he could match up. He believed he too could manifest two flowers and when that time came, he'd stand equal to Jiang Tianyun. But now he realized his folly, a grave one at that. Even amongst those with two flowers, there were ranks.

Moreover, Jiang Tianyun had also mastered the sword momentum. And Liu Hong? As of now, he had no insight into the martial momentum. How could he contend with Jiang Tianyun?

But what was even more made him despaired was Lin Fei. Lin Fei manifested only one Qi Flower. But coupled with his Transcendent Saber Momentum, he became this formidable, even holding his ground against Jiang Tianyun.

In front of Lin Fei and Jiang Tianyun, Liu Hong couldn't help but feel a pang of defeat. The three Limit Martial Saints from the Law Enforcement Hall of the Ancient Origin Sect felt the same overwhelming astonishment!

Previously, Lin Fei's domineering and overbearing attitude towards them surely left a sense of discomfort in their hearts. Yet, Lin Fei was the "First Elder." Moreover, they came to Illusion Worry City under the command of Wind Sovereign. They dared not disobey.

However, witnessing the battle between Lin Fei and Jiang Tianyun, a hint of relief bloomed within them. Despite their standing as peak Martial Saints, if Lin Fei wished to end them, perhaps a single slash would suffice.

In the midst of their combat, neither Lin Fei nor Jiang Tianyun paid any heed to the thoughts of onlookers.

With a swing, Lin Fei's saber descended, only to be parried by Jiang Tianyun. Undeterred, Lin Fei unleashed another two consecutive slashes. "Whoosh, whoosh."

Flame Burning Heaven Saber! Holy Spirit Saber!

Each streak of saber essence extended thousands of meters, vast and unyielding, one slash following another, targeting Jiang Tianyun. In response, Jiang Tianyun's swordsmanship escalated to its zenith. Notably, the Energy Flower and Qi Flower atop his head unleashed their full might, each sword thrust mirroring Lin Fei's saber. Their forces were evenly matched.

Eventually, Lin Fei paused. Jiang Tianyun followed suit. Both recognized that their usual tactics wouldn't prevail over the other. It was now a desperate struggle.

"I possess a saber; a single stroke assures death. It's either your end or mine. Will you dare to take it?"

After a long silence, Lin Fei finally spoke, his eyes coldly fixated on the figure of Jiang Tianyun across from him.

244. Act of Desperation

Lin Fei's voice, though not loud, resonated through the void. Everyone heard it and felt their hearts tighten.

It's either your end or mine

Clearly, with these words, Lin Fei had clarified his stance. The impending slash was a true act of desperation, and when a Limit Martial Saint, especially not a mere ordinary one, resorts to such measures, what terrifying powers would be unleashed?

Many present realized the gravity of the situation. Whether Lin Fei or Jiang Tianyun perished, significant turmoil was bound to ensue. They represented the Ancient Origin Sect and Illusion Worry City respectively, the death of either would be earth-shattering.

All eyes were now focused on Jiang Tianyun. Jiang Tianyun stared intently at Lin Fei, understanding that this was no jest. Accepting the challenge meant it was truly a matter of life and death. But why would Jiang Tianyun be afraid? On the contrary, he felt invigorated. Only through such a dire battle might his sword techniques achieve transcendence, perhaps even perfection. Martial artists sought to elevate themselves through combat.

"Why not?" Jiang Tianyun replied, his voice echoing through the void.

Lin Fei responded not with words, but with action. With a powerful thrust, he channeled all his energy, and the Qi Flower above him seemed to cover the entire sky. One after another, streaks of saber essence materialized, forming massive sabers in the void: Flame Burning Heaven Saber! Rainbow Transformation Saber! Holy Spirit Saber!

At this moment, the three saber techniques all merged, creating a massive saber suspended in the void.

"Merge!"

With Lin Fei's command, the three sabers fused into one, their combined might amplify from several hundred meters to over several thousand. The vast saber, hanging in the void, resembled a divine entity, radiating a destructive aura as if its release would obliterate everything in its path. Especially bolstered by Lin Fei's Transcendence Saber Momentum, it was even more terrifying. Just the mere glint of its edge was enough to slice through the void, causing black cracks to form.

The atmosphere became thick with tension, as all awaited the next moment. The moment was fleeting, yet it was enough for all to gauge the power behind Lin Fei's saber. Seeing this, everyone's heart raced, and their breathing became labored, as though being strangled. Just a glance at that towering saber was enough to leave them gasping for breath.

Jiang Tianyun, who was directly targeted by Lin Fei's saber essence, bore the full brunt of this pressure. However, Jiang Tianyun too was summoning a secret technique. His physical body and True Essence were converging continuously. Holding his sword, a massive sword shadow also appeared in the void, radiating a terrifying sword light. Its aura kept rising.

"Sword Dragon Dance!"

With a swish, Jiang Tianyun made the first move. He couldn't afford to let Lin Fei's saber reach its peak power. Even the mere aura from Lin Fei's saber was already threatening to Jiang Tianyun. Without hesitation, Jiang Tianyun thrust forward. Not a slash, but a stab! A powerful, earth-shattering stab! The fierce sword light tore through the sky, locking onto Lin Fei.

This strike seemed to have depleted almost all of Jiang Tianyun's True Essence. It was undoubtedly his most powerful strike, as swift as a shooting star and arriving in an instant.

"Slash!"

Lin Fei's voice was cold. Though he had been outpaced, he was unfazed. Even in his gaze, there was no trace of that meteor-like sword light. His eyes saw only Jiang Tianyun and his saber!

With a boom, he brought his saber down. This was the culmination of three saber techniques, all of the Martial Saint level. Moreover, it was further bolstered by the Transcendence Saber Momentum. With the full explosive release of his Saber Essence, even the Qi Flower dimmed.

This was undoubtedly Lin Fei's most potent slash. And with this slash, there was no turning back. The two mightiest attacks, a sword, and a saber clashed with a deafening sound that threatened to tear the world asunder. All eyes were fixed on the point of impact, awaiting the outcome of this legendary duel.

When Lin Fei released his saber, Jiang Tianyun's sword light of several thousand meters was already before Lin Fei. However, under Lin Fei's slash, the sword light shattered like fragile glass obliterated instantaneously.

Jiang Tianyun's eyes widened in disbelief. This was his pinnacle sword move, a combination of all his strengths: Energy Flower, Qi Flower, and his sword momentum. Yet, how could it be so easily shattered by Lin Fei's saber? It didn't even look like an equal match, but rather as if their strengths were on completely different levels.

Various emotions surged through Jiang Tianyun: regret, fear, and disbelief. The shadow of impending death loomed over him. He realized he couldn't withstand or escape Lin Fei's saber. This was the face of real death.

Previously, Jiang Tianyun believed that in the face of death, he could achieve a profound understanding of his sword momentum, even reaching Transcendence. But now, he knew he was gravely mistaken. While facing death might offer great opportunities, it also brought immense terror.

For the first time, Jiang Tianyun realized his will wasn't as unyielding as he imagined. He didn't want to die. Despite his efforts to amplify the power of his Qi Flower and Energy Flower to their limits, they proved futile against Lin Fei's divine saber, which seemed as though it could destroy worlds. Everything in its path was destined to be obliterated.

Finally, the saber fell, aiming directly at Jiang Tianyun. The terrifying saber essence engulfed him. The onlookers felt a pit in their stomachs, thinking Jiang Tianyun was doomed.

However, when the dust settled, Lin Fei saw a sight that left him stunned: Jiang Tianyun was unscathed! Before him stood a graceful, middle-aged man in white robes.

"Excellent saber technique!" The man remarked, a faint smile on his face as he looked at Lin Fei.

Lin Fei's pupils constricted. Jiang Tianyun was unharmed, not because of his own strength but because of this mysterious middle-aged man. This stranger had effortlessly taken Lin Fei's most potent slash.