Long Chen was not far from Lingxi. In other words, if Long Chen dared to, he could definitely block Lingxi's path before the Imperial Sword Qi arrived. However, would Long Chen dare to risk his life?
That was exactly what Lin Zichen was thinking.
The Imperial Sword Qi made Long Chen's heart twitch. He was certain that if he did not block in front of Lingxi, Lingxi would be cleaved in half. However, if he blocked in front of Lingxi, he might also be cleaved in half.
The Imperial Sword Qi whistled out, and the dazzling golden light dyed Long Chen's entire world gold.
"Big Brother Chen …" Ling Xi finally revealed a smile of relief. She had always been a burden along the way, and this made her feel extremely uncomfortable every single day. Even though she knew that Long Chen would not blame her, she still felt terrible in her heart. The Profound Sky Jade Lotus had given her many new experiences as a human, and it had even given her many feelings that she had never felt before. However, correspondingly, it had also brought her much pain and self-blame.
She had been taken care of by Long Chen every day since Yuanling City. She had gained enough happiness, so she really gave up this time. Long Chen had always been the one sacrificing for her during their escape. This time, it was her turn.
At this moment, Long Chen felt his mind go blank, and the golden Imperial Sword Qi was the only thing left in his world. His thoughts were very simple, or rather, he did not have any thoughts at all. It was just like when he was in the Star Demon Prison. Without any hesitation, Long Chen moved and instantly blocked in front of Lingxi.
Ling Xi knew that he would do this. She understood Long Chen too well. Once he set his mind on something, no matter what kind of disaster there was, he would not be able to change it. He was determined to protect Ling Xi, so he had long disregarded life and death.
The Imperial Sword Qi instantly rushed in front of Long Chen, accompanied by Lin Zichen's cold laughter. The huge sword light had already pierced through Long Chen's body before it even reached him.
Long Chen was frantically trying to think of a solution. He thought of all the things he had, and the only thing he could use was the Hell King's Blade that he had taken from Songzhong City. It was an advanced Earth-grade weapon, and it was one grade higher than the Blue Dragon Battle Halberd.
Boom.
Long Chen released all the Genuine Qi in his body and concentrated all the power on the Hell King's Blade in his hand, blocking the Sovereign Sword Qi.
Dang.
A loud sound rang out, and Long Chen was sent flying back with blood spurting out of his mouth. His face was pale, but he still held on. The Imperial Sword Qi did not dissipate, and it pushed Long Chen back at an extremely fast speed. The sharp sword light danced in all directions, piercing through Long Chen's skin and causing Long Chen to be covered in cuts and bruises.
Long Chen felt that the Imperial Sword Qi in front of him was like a mountain, pressing down on his head through the Hell King's Blade. Even though he used all the strength in his body, he was still pushed back. His hands that were holding the Hell King's Blade were almost crippled.
"You really blocked it. I'm really touched. However, I don't believe in being touched. Since you're willing to die for her, I'll fulfill your wish. I'll give you a little more."
As he spoke, he raised the Imperial Sword high up and saw the other Imperial Sword Qi about to kill Long Chen.
Not to mention the other Imperial Sword Qi, the Imperial Sword Qi in front of him had already caused Long Chen to be covered in cuts and bruises. The Hell King's Blade in his hand had already cracked and was about to shatter. If the Hell King's Blade were to shatter, Long Chen would definitely be killed on the spot.
Only now did Long Chen realize just how terrifying this guy was. Perhaps this Monarch Sword Qi was just a very simple battle skill like him. In fact, this young Sword Emperor should be even stronger than his uncle, the Sword Demon.
At this critical juncture, Long Chen could only resist with his life. His eyes were filled with blood and viciousness.
In fact, if Lin Zichen did not attack Lingxi, Long Chen could rely on the Blood Escape to deal with him. It was certain that Lin Zichen would not be able to kill him. However, it was a pity that Lin Zichen was also a person who did not play his cards according to common sense. In fact, the way he played his cards was very low-level.
Life and death depended on this moment.
"Chen, I'm coming to save you."
At this moment, Long Chen suddenly heard Lingxi's voice. Lingxi's voice had changed. It did not sound like the voice of her current body at all. Instead, it sounded like the voice that Lingxi communicated with him in the Lingxi Sword a long time ago.
Could it be …
Long Chen's expression changed greatly. He could not care less about the Imperial Sword Qi in front of him. He suddenly turned around and saw a pure white Sword Qi sweeping over. It immediately shattered the Imperial Sword Qi in front of Long Chen, turning it into stars and dissipating in the air.
"Little Xi."
When the sword light passed, Long Chen was shocked to see that Ling Xi had already turned into a soul state that was completely enveloped by white mist. As for the Profound Sky Jade Lotus, it gradually turned illusory and shrunk. In the end, it turned into a piece of abandoned lotus root. It was completely charred black and could no longer be used …
This meant that Lingxi had given up the Mysterious Sky Jade Lotus body and returned to her original spirit state. She was carrying the Lingxi Sword by her side.
"I'm sorry, Brother Chen. I can't just watch you die. Forgive me for being disobedient this time, but I've had enough of being a useless piece of trash. I believe that you will find something better for me soon enough."
Worried that Long Chen would take things too hard, Lingxi hurriedly explained.
Of course, Long Chen knew that, but the Nine-Heavenly Immortal Fruit was still an unknown …
At this critical juncture, Long Chen had also thought things through. He really wanted Lingxi to have a good body and live a carefree life. Unfortunately, it was impossible to live carefree under these circumstances.
The Nine-Heavenly Immortal Fruit was a huge challenge, but no one knew who would emerge victorious until the end.
Since he couldn't keep it with his life, he might as well let it go. Perhaps there would be light at the end of the tunnel. Long Chen heard Lingxi's words and realized that he had been a little selfish along the way. He wanted to give Lingxi a happy life, but he had neglected Lingxi's feelings.
"Chen, can you forgive me?" Lingxi asked worriedly.
Previously, Long Chen was very against her giving up the Mysterious Sky Jade Lotus that she had obtained with great difficulty, so she felt a little uneasy. She was very afraid that Long Chen would abandon her because of her disobedience.
"Because of the Mysterious Sky Jade Lotus, I've accumulated a lot of spiritual power. I should be able to hold this guy off for a while. Chen, can you leave first? I'll hold him off for a while, then I'll catch up with you." Lingxi asked nervously.
To Long Chen, he had lost the Mysterious Sky Jade Lotus and Lingxi would have to live in the Lingxi Sword. This was something that he could not do anything about. He should respect Lingxi's choice. The matter was already a foregone conclusion, and the most important thing now was Lin Zichen.
Then, he could only cultivate even harder in order to find the Nine-Heavenly Immortal Fruit for Lingxi as soon as possible. Then, she could truly become a human and possess her peerless abilities.
However, it was absolutely impossible for Long Chen to escape first.
Lingxi had no choice but to give up the Mysterious Sky Jade Lotus. Long Chen did not blame Lingxi, it was all because of Lin Zichen. Long Chen directed all his anger and hatred towards Lin Zichen. At this moment, he turned around coldly and looked at Lin Zichen, his eyes flashing with a cold murderous intent.
"How is that possible? I'll leave first. Xiao Xi, if you're still capable, then come with me to deal with him. Today, I must take his dog life."
"Dog life."
Lin Zichen was still looking at Lingxi in a daze. Even though he was experienced and knowledgeable, he did not know what was going on with Lingxi. Why would a perfectly fine person suddenly become shrouded in mist and become so unreal? Moreover, it felt as if Lingxi did not have a body.
Lin Zichen originally wanted to use another Emperor's Sword Qi to kill Long Chen, but he did not expect such an effect to appear. This made him stop his attack. When Long Chen said that he wanted his dog life, he finally reacted.
"Although I don't know what happened to this girl, I'm quite interested. You guys want to join forces to kill me. Coincidentally, I also want to use this girl to study what's going on. At the same time, Long Chen, I'll send you to hell."
Lingxi came to Long Chen's side. Although she did not have much power now, she believed that she would be able to suppress her opponent for a while, just like Long Chen.
Just as the fight was about to start, there was suddenly a huge wave from the direction of Mount Emperor Demon. Long Chen and the others were forced to take a few steps back. A piercing demonic voice suddenly entered their ears.
"Little Royal Family, leave now, or else, don't blame me for being impolite."
Long Chen was fine with the roar since it wasn't directed at him. However, Lin Zichen was shaken to the point where his blood was boiling and his face was pale. He was already injured and now he was forced to take a few steps back.
To be able to directly injure Lin Zichen with a single sentence, such an expert was definitely the legendary peerless expert who had surpassed the Heavenly River Level. In the entire Cangyang Kingdom, there were definitely no more than two people who could surpass the Sword Emperor.
This person was obviously the Palace Master of Sky Demon Palace.
After hearing the voice, Lin Zichen's expression changed.
"A stray dog trying to escape."
Long Chen did not expect such a thing to happen. There was still a distance from here to Mount Emperor Demon, he did not expect the Palace Master of Sky Demon Palace to be able to sense it.
"Long Chen, you're lucky this time, but if you have the guts, don't walk out of the range of Mount Emperor Demon. Once you come out, I'll definitely kill you immediately." Lin Zichen said fiercely.
"Then I won't leave Mount Emperor Demon. Also, Lin Zichen, remember, in the near future, I'll definitely return to Bi Yang Royal City. When that time comes, it'll be the time for you, Lin Zichen. Today, I swear that if I don't cut you into a thousand pieces, I won't be able to get rid of the hatred in my heart."
"Then we'll see." Lin Zichen sneered and walked away.