In the sky that was as clear as a mirror, the youth wielding a golden war spear stood in the air. Disdainful fighting intent radiated from him, while his aura was as dazzling as a comet, causing people to look at him with disdain.
Mu Chen was also somewhat astonished as he looked towards the figure. Ever since he had entered Hokuang Reiwon, he had heard about the various achievements of the number one person in Hokuang Reiwon. In the hearts of many Hokuang Reiwon students, he was perhaps the only one who was worthy of being called the overlord.
From beginning to end, no one was able to shake his position as the number one person in the Heavenly Rankings.
He never imagined that the mysterious and elusive number one person in the Heavenly Rankings would appear in this place at this moment.
Not far away, Mo Longzi's expression was indifferent as he stared at Shen Cangsheng. His hand slowly tightened around the dragon scale like longsword in his hand. With a smile, he said, "You've chased after me for two months. Are you still not tired of it?"
"I've accepted your bounty mission. If I don't take your head, I won't be able to report back." Shen Cangsheng lightly shook his golden spear as he replied with a smile.
"You won't be able to kill me."
Shaking his head, Mo Longzi replied in a lazy tone, "Although you're very formidable, even your Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy's Punishment Squadron wasn't able to kill me. Just you alone won't be enough."
"If I chase after you, at the very least, you won't be able to escape and continue killing Hokuang Reiwon students."
Shen Cangsheng smiled as a sliver of brilliance flashed within his eyes. "Furthermore, I'm very good at finding opportunities. If you're careless, perhaps your life will be mine."
Mo Longzi's eyes faintly narrowed as the demonic dragon tattoo on his forehead gradually turned malevolent. Tightly gripping his longsword, he said in a soft voice, "If that's the case, wouldn't killing you be the most worry-free method?"
"If you've thought it through, then follow me for a round." The golden war spear in Shen Cangsheng's hand pointed straight towards Mo Longzi.
Pointing straight towards Mo Longzi, his eyes were filled with fighting intent.
Mo Longzi's eyes were cold and emotionless as he stared at Shen Cangsheng. Tens of thousands of sword glints slowly condensed around his body, causing even the air around him to appear as though it was being sliced apart, causing it to distort.
The golden spear in Shen Cangsheng's hand trembled, and golden light surged.
His body seemed to have turned into a blazing golden sun at this moment. His battle intent soared as if he was a war god.
"You'll suffer if you treat me like an idiot like Yu Yuan."
Mo Longzi chuckled softly. However, his eyes were filled with a sinister coldness akin to the edge of a sword.
He took a step forward and the longsword in his hand merely trembled. Instantly, thousands of sword whistles resounded in the surroundings. A dark grey light rose from behind him and turned into sword images that blotted out the sky and earth.
Every single sword shadow seemed to have a solid form.
Sword Qi soared into the sky, seemingly tearing the sky apart.
"Dragon Scale Sword Technique, Sky Splitting Ten Thousand Swords!"
Buzz!
Tens of thousands of swords hummed as countless sword shadows suddenly rose into the sky.
In the next instant, they transformed into countless sword rain. With an astonishing momentum, they blotted out the sky and covered the earth as they enveloped Shen Cangsheng.
Mu Chen's gaze turned solemn as he looked at the astonishing attack. Mo Longzi's strength.
Indeed, he was extremely powerful. According to his speculations.
He was afraid that this guy had already reached the Reaching Heaven State.
To be able to reach the Heavenly Completion Stage at such a young age, this fellow's talent could be said to be monstrous. From the looks of it, there was no lack of various monstrous geniuses in this world.
Even as his opponent, Mu Chen couldn't help letting out a sigh. From the looks of it, this Mo Longzi was only four to five years older than him. However, there was no need to talk about his strength. He truly was worthy of being able to occupy the 2nd position on the Northern Heavens Spiritual Academy's Bounty Board. Furthermore, even the Punishment Squadron had failed to capture him time and again.
In the direction of the tens of thousands of swords, Shen Cangsheng raised his head. His eyes reflected the sword shadows that blotted out the sky. Shortly after, he clenched his hand and the Celestial Lotus War God Spear in his hand shone with a golden light. With a jerk of his arm, the golden spear violently pierced out.
"Celestial Lotus Rain!"
Buzz!
Golden light flickered and a golden spear lotus suddenly appeared on the tip of the spear. Then, it expanded in the wind and became several hundred feet long.
Swoosh!
Once the golden lotus appeared, it slowly bloomed and suddenly rotated. The golden lotus petals shattered and turned into countless lotus petals that swept out with dazzling golden light.
The golden light fragments that filled the sky were like a gorgeous golden rainstorm. However, under that beauty, there was a fatal power.
Boom!
The golden light current that was formed from the shattered lotus petals streaked across the horizon and fiercely clashed with the tens of thousands of swords. In an instant, the heavens and earth seemed to tremble from the collision.
Loud rumbling noises constantly resounded. An extremely violent Spiritual Energy impact swept out wave after wave. The mountain forest below suffered a fatal destruction. The mountain forest was turned into a flat ground that was riddled with holes. Even the peaks of the towering mountains in the surroundings were shaved off, causing huge rocks to tumble down.
The two currents suppressed each other, but no one was able to gain the upper hand. This deadlock lasted for half a minute before it gradually dissipated. Along with it, the astonishing Spiritual Energy hurricane also dissipated.
"Haha, you're truly worthy of being the number one person on the Heavenly Ranking, Hokuang Reiwon. No wonder even Yu Yuan was defeated by your hands. I'll let you guys off for today's matter. If we meet again in the future, you guys won't be so lucky."
Looking at the tens of thousands of swords dissipating, Mo Longzi's eyes slightly narrowed. In the next instant, he sent a soft laugh towards Mu Chen and the rest. With a move of his body, he floated far away. In the span of a few breaths, he had already disappeared into the horizon. His indifferent voice still lingered within the mountain forest.
Mo Longzi had left in an extremely straightforward manner. He was extremely clear that with Shen Cangsheng here, he wouldn't be able to obtain any benefits, not to mention killing Mu Chen and the rest. Since that was the case, it would be better for him to leave and save more effort.
Shen Cangsheng looked in the direction that Mo Longzi had left, but he didn't chase after him. With a clench of his hand, the golden war spear in his hand disappeared. Turning around, he looked at Mu Chen, who was still hovering in the air. At this moment, the latter's body was still burning with black flames.
When Shen Cangsheng saw the black flames on Mu Chen's body, a smear of astonishment flashed through his eyes. He didn't know why, but he sensed a faint scent of danger from the latter's body.
Mu Chen also sensed Shen Cangsheng's gaze. The burning black flames on his body were completely retracted, revealing his bloodied and wounded body.
"Many thanks, Senior Shen."
Mu Chen cupped his fists towards Shen Cangsheng. With some difficulty, he forced a smile from the corner of his mouth. If not for Shen Cangsheng's appearance today, he might have had to fight another bloody battle.
At that time, his body would have suffered serious injuries.
"Were you the one who killed Bai Xuan?"
Shen Cangsheng's voice contained a trace of astonishment as he looked at Bai Xuan's corpse on a nearby mountain peak.
He could naturally tell that Mu Chen was only at the Heavenly Fusion Stage Mid Phase. The difference between him and Bai Xuan was too great. Furthermore, when he had rushed over earlier, Mu Chen had actually dared to stand in front of Mo Longzi.
The latter actually dared to stand in front of Mo Longzi. Such courage was truly not simple.
Mu Chen gave a slight nod, but he didn't explain in detail how he was able to kill Bai Xuan.
In truth, he had relied on the fiendish energy left in his body by the Great Meru Demonic Pillar.
"Mu Chen is a freshman who entered our Hokuang Reiwon a few months ago. But don't underestimate him. If not for him, I'm afraid that we wouldn't have been able to escape."
A gentle voice sounded from behind. Su Xuan and the other three had also arrived. She glanced at the two and smiled.
"Freshman?" Shen Cangsheng was a little taken aback.
He sized up Mu Chen and exclaimed in surprise, "I didn't think that such an outstanding freshman would appear in our academy. It looks like things are going to be a little lively in the future."
"I only relied on a few unorthodox methods." Mu Chen smiled.
"Methods are also a kind of power.
"Tactics are also a type of power. In a battle of life and death, only the outcome matters," Shen Cangsheng said seriously.
Mu Chen deeply agreed. If he were to engage in a life and death battle, he would naturally use all of his methods.
As for whether his methods were good or evil, he didn't care.
He didn't care.
Guo Xiong looked at Shen Cangsheng with a fiery gaze. Meeting the number one person on the Heavenly Ranking in Hokuang Reiwon made him quite excited.
"I can see that your injuries are extremely serious. This Mysterious Birth Pill should be of some help."
Shen Cangsheng extended his hand. On his palm was an exquisite small jade box. Within the jade box was a milky white medicinal pill that was currently emitting a faint radiance. Circular halos lingered around the medicinal pill, while a rich medicinal fragrance was emitted, causing everyone's attention to be jolted.
Mu Chen was a little taken aback. One look was enough to tell that this medicinal pill was no ordinary item. It was extremely beneficial to those who were heavily injured. It was just that the gift was too valuable, so he hesitated for a moment.
However, his hesitation didn't last for long. He reached out and received it. Soon after, he cupped his fists together and said, "Many thanks for senior's medicinal pill. Mu Chen will remember this gift. I will return this favor in the future if I have the chance."
Right now, he really needed this kind of healing medicinal pill. It would be pretentious of him to repeatedly decline, so he might as well accept it. At most, he would remember this favor and return it to Shen Cangsheng if he had the chance in the future.
Shen Cangsheng smiled when he saw this. He was a little satisfied with Mu Chen's unpretentious behavior. As for Mu Chen saying that he would return the favor, he didn't comment on it. With his current strength, it would be very difficult for Mu Chen to return this favor.
"I've troubled you this time."
Su Xuan looked towards Shen Cangsheng, feeling somewhat grateful. If Shen Cangsheng hadn't rushed over in time, their team would likely have suffered significant losses.
Although she didn't know what methods Mu Chen had to turn the tide, it was clear that he would have to pay a heavy price. She didn't want to see Mu Chen pay a heavy price for saving them.
Shen Cangsheng shook his head and said, "I've been chasing after Mo Longzi for the past two months. He seemed to have received a message from the Demonic Dragon Palace and rushed over here. I also followed him, but I didn't expect to meet you guys."
Guo Xiong inwardly smacked his lips when he heard this. In the entire Hokuang Reiwon, only Shen Cangsheng would do something like chasing after Mo Longzi.
Shen Cangsheng looked towards Su Xuan and asked, "What's next?"
"Our mission is complete. We'll be returning to Hokuang Reiwon next," Su Xuan said.
They'd been out for half a month this time. Moreover, they'd experienced many dangers during this trip. It was best to return to Hokuang Reiwon and properly recuperate.
"I'll escort you guys. Junior Mu Chen is heavily injured, so your fighting strength has been greatly reduced. That Mo Longzi is vicious, merciless, and exceptionally cunning. Who knows, he might secretly turn back." Shen Cangsheng said in a low voice.
"Thank you very much."
Su Xuan, Guo Xiong, and the rest breathed a sigh of relief. With Shen Cangsheng's protection, their trip could be considered perfectly safe.
Mu Chen also smiled as he looked towards the north. He could finally return to the academy.