For a martial artist like Gan Lang, Cui Wuming's words were like killing him and wounding his spirit.
Not only did I bully you, I also called you a noob.
But at this moment, Gan Lang, whose legs were injured and whose internal organs were numb from the shock, was also confused.
Although Cui Wuming is a prominent figure in the martial arts world, he is not as powerful as he is currently portrayed in the rumors.
Based on the strength he has shown so far, he is already at the peak of a top-tier master.
A sense of despair arose in Gan Lang's heart as he realized that he and Xiao Luofeng might really not be able to leave.
Seemingly unwilling to suffer such humiliation, Xiao Luofeng immediately launched an attack on Cui Wuming.
"Surround and kill him!"
Knowing that running away would mean certain death, the soldiers were all desperate and charged bravely towards Cui Wuming.
"This seawater is destined to become dirty."
Cui Wuming murmured something, then stood rooted to the spot, wielding only his left arm, his longsword flashing, each strike claiming several lives.
Gan Lang also joined the battle, and his arms and waist were stabbed again by Cui Wuming.
Just when there were very few soldiers left, Xiao Luofeng was exposed to Cui Wuming.
Cui Wuming thrust his sword toward Xiao Luofeng's throat.
At that moment, a gust of wind suddenly arose.
Cui Wuming's white bangs, blown by the wind, fell more slowly as they did so.
His sword-wielding movements also slowed down a bit.
A gentle breeze.
Waves on the sea.
Everything seemed to slow down.
A frost appeared on the tip of Cui Wuming's sword, and then a person fell, separating Xiao Luofeng and Cui Wuming.
Cui Wuming glanced at the man, then raised his sword to look at the frost on it, and said, "Even Xiao Qingcheng is here, today is even more interesting."
As soon as Gong Xue appeared, Gan Lang saw a glimmer of hope.
He quickly pulled Xiao Luofeng aside.
Xiao Luofeng felt grateful. He knew that Gong Xue's presence here must have been arranged secretly by Zhao Cheng.
Gong Xue did not appear on the battlefield, but only showed up when his life was threatened, indicating that Gong Xue's mission was only to protect him.
Cui Wuming and Gong Xue stood facing each other, both exuding a cold aura.
But they are different.
Cui Wuming is cold and aloof, while Gong Xue is serene and cold.
"Back then, you claimed to be the second best fighter in Yanchuan, only unable to defeat Yang Taozhi. At that time, many people thought you were exaggerating, including me."
Gong Xue said coldly, "Now it seems you are qualified to fight me."
Cui Wuming said, "As expected of the disciple of the Alluring Sword Immortal, aloof and arrogant. Very well, I'll consider my victory today as my battle to make a name for myself after leaving the mountain!"
Gong Xue gently shook her head and said, "That's not arrogance, that's just being presumptuous."
"Yeah?"
After speaking, Cui Wuming swiftly drew his sword.
The sword tip grew larger and larger in Gong Xue's pupils. Without any movement of her feet, she slid backward and stopped at the edge of the cliff, where she used her sword to deflect Cui Wuming's longsword.
Clang!
As the two swords clashed, more and more frost appeared on Cui Wuming's sword.
"A single sword can topple a city."
Cui Wuming continued to draw his sword, saying, "The Alluring Sword is like wind and snow, and its sword energy can condense into ice, making the opponent slow down, which is exactly what counters fast swords. But my fast sword will not be affected by you."
Cui Wuming's one arm trembled, the frost on his sword fell off, and his speed indeed increased again.
Gong Xue leaped up, passing over Cui Wuming's head, and turned to strike with her sword.
Cui Wuming swung his sword backhand, separating the two.
But Gong Xue's toes had barely touched the ground when she thrust at Cui Wuming again, and the two were surrounded by sword shadows.
Xiao Luofeng, who was watching from the sidelines, said, "Based on your judgment, who is stronger?"
"This Cui Wuming is too unexpected; it's hard to say."
Gan Lang thought for a moment and said, "Precisely because it's hard to say, Commander, let me escort you away first. With Gong Xue holding him back, we'll have a chance."
Xiao Luofeng shook his head and said, "I'm not leaving."
Gan Lang said, "Why? This is the last chance."
"Only by defeating Cui Wuming will we have a chance to survive."
Xiao Luofeng sat down cross-legged, adjusting his breathing and emotions, and said, "I'm not leaving. First, staying by Gong Xue's side is the safest option right now. Second, as you said, it's hard to say who's stronger. If Gong Xue is at a disadvantage later, you can go up and help her."
Gan Lang glanced at the two people who were fighting and said, "I understand."
While Xiao Luofeng and Gan Lang were talking, Gong Xue and Cui Wuming had already exchanged hundreds of sword strikes.
After Gong Xue finished her sword strike, she withdrew and ran her fingers across the blade, still managing to create a sword flourish.
Blue ice crystals suddenly appeared beneath her feet and spread outwards. At the same time, she gripped the ice and glided straight toward Cui Wuming.
"Two swords that could topple a nation."
Cui Wuming remained unmoved and said, "I told you, my swift sword will not be affected by you."
After speaking, Cui Wuming thrust out his sword. He did not move his feet, but at the same time he thrust out the sword, he disappeared from the spot and reappeared three steps away.
Another sword thrust was made, and the figure reappeared in another place.
This process is repeated.
Gong Xue suddenly became passive, completely switching from offense to defense.
"I really underestimated you," Gong Xue said, her tone revealing undisguised surprise.
Xiao Luofeng asked, "Gan Lang, with your top-notch eyesight, can you see Cui Wuming's movement trajectory?"
Gan Lang said sincerely, "I can barely see it, but I can't block it."
Xiao Luofeng said, "It's time. Go and help create an opportunity for Miss Gong Xue to attack."
"promise!"
Gan Lang's combat strength on land is only at the early stage of a top-tier master, but he can perform at a later stage level underwater. However, reaching the level of a top-tier master is still a remarkable achievement, otherwise Qi Bainian would not have relied on him in the first place.
Although he knew he was no match for Cui Wuming, Gan Lang still did his best to enter the battle between Cui Wuming and Gong Xue.
His arrival did indeed disrupt Cui Wuming's rhythm.
"I held back against you before, but you really are courting death!"
Cui Wuming's tone was much colder than before, and he turned his attention to Gan Lang.
As he said, Gong Xue's icy sword energy had no effect on him. She stabbed him three times in a row, leaving Gan Lang no time to dodge. If Gan Lang hadn't been on guard against Cui Wuming's fast sword, those three swords wouldn't have just landed on his abdomen, but would have pierced his heart.
Gan Lang was soaked in blood, and at that moment Cui Wuming's fourth sword strike arrived.
Gan Lang felt he had no strength left, and the image of Death slowly approaching, wielding his scythe, appeared in his mind.
Just as Cui Wuming's longsword was only a hair's breadth away from Gan Lang's heart, Cui Wuming suddenly felt a tightness in his chest.
The longsword suddenly stopped.
Gan Lang used himself as bait to create an opportunity for Gong Xue.
Gong Xue drew her sword.
The Sword That Could Topple Cities.
The third sword strike.
One glance could topple a city, two swords could destroy a nation.
"Three swordsmen, one heart!"
Cui Wuming unleashed his inner strength, attempting to dispel the sword intent of the Alluring Sword, and Gan Lang was immediately shaken away.
Cui Wuming turned around and looked at Gong Xue.
I was utterly shocked!
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