"Nine Netherworld Demon Flame Technique!" Gu Yifeng stared intently at Yang Xiao. The Nine Netherworld Demon Flame Technique was a highly renowned top-tier cultivation method in the Taihuang Domain. It was said that when cultivated to its peak, one could reach the level of a seventh-grade emperor, and its power was incomparably formidable.
A deafening roar followed, and endless flames shot into the sky, with terrifying streams of fire roaring out and spreading in all directions, instantly engulfing the void.
Yang Xiao stood proudly in the void, his eyes fixed on the sky below. He saw endless flames raging wildly, gradually transforming into a giant furnace, with flames reaching the sky, completely enveloping Gu Yifeng.
In that instant, the boundless stream of flames seemed to come alive, transforming into fiery divine birds that emitted sharp cries, as if roaring in anger, wanting to incinerate this world. Incredibly terrifying high temperatures swept across the heavens and earth, and all the primordial energy in the space boiled and churned, as if about to burst into flames.
"That guy is doomed!" the crowd thought to themselves. Although Yang Xiao was only at the mid-stage of the sixth rank, his power was enough to kill an ordinary early-stage seventh rank martial artist, let alone that white-robed youth.
"You're really stupid. You think you can beat me with such methods?" Yang Xiao's mocking voice rang out, his tone tinged with contempt. Then, he pointed downwards, and terrifying waves of flame rushed out of the furnace. The fire birds seemed to have found an outlet, swooping down and smashing into the furnace, trying to destroy it.
However, at that moment, the furnace suddenly shone with a dazzling light, and at the bottom of the furnace, an extremely brilliant jade seal was floating there, which was none other than the Holy Spirit Seal.
“Buzz…” The Holy Spirit Seal trembled slightly, and an extremely powerful sealing force burst forth from it, enveloping the vast and boundless area, sealing all the flames and air currents, and continuously shrinking it.
In an instant, the endless stream of flames dissipated into the void, gradually disappearing into the Holy Spirit Seal. The scene was incredibly stunning, and a sense of sealing aura emanated from it, as if that place was the Holy Spirit Seal's exclusive domain.
Gu Yifeng looked at Yang Xiao's figure in the distance, a smile playing on his lips, and said, "You've lost."
As soon as he finished speaking, the Holy Spirit Seal suddenly flew out, drawing a beautiful arc in the air, and shot towards Yang Xiao. Yang Xiao's pupils contracted slightly, and a sense of danger arose in his heart. His arm shook violently, and the flaming spear was directly released from his hand.
"laugh……"
A sharp, shattering sound rang out as the flaming spear pierced through space, tearing it open and creating a narrow crack. The next moment, a muffled thud was heard as a silver short sword was embedded in the end of the spear, and blood dripped down the shaft onto the ground.
Yang Xiao staggered backward, and when he saw the drop of scarlet blood on the ground, his heart clenched painfully. He was momentarily unable to accept what had just happened.
He had never seen this silver longsword before.
"Whose sword is this?" The crowd's eyes gleamed as they looked at the blood dripping onto the ground. The blood contained powerful soul energy that had pierced through the flaming spear.
Yang Xiao glanced at the silver longsword, then looked at Gu Yifeng and asked, "Whose sword is that?"
"It came to me on its own, so it's naturally mine," Gu Yifeng replied calmly.
"Hmph, don't try to fool me. This is impossible. Where would you get such a powerful weapon?" Yang Xiao glanced coldly at Gu Yifeng and said in an icy tone.
"Fine, don't believe me then. You can continue to try attacking." Gu Yifeng shrugged, still looking completely unconcerned.
"Alright, today I'll show you my strength!" Yang Xiao stepped forward and reached out to grab the silver longsword from a distance, but the silver longsword remained motionless, as if it had merged with the void.
"How could this be?" Yang Xiao's expression changed slightly, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes. His attack just now was enough to kill a fifth-level Emperor Realm expert. How could that long sword be completely unharmed after this attack?
In that instant, a thought suddenly flashed through Yang Xiao's mind: this longsword was forged by Gu Yifeng.
If that's the case, then everything makes sense.
Gu Yifeng did not tell Yang Xiao the truth, and he originally planned to use this silver longsword to kill Yang Xiao here, otherwise Yang Xiao would definitely take revenge on Xia Yunfeng, which would be detrimental to Xia Yunfeng.
After all, Yang Xiao is ranked second on the Nine Domains Ranking, and even Xia Yunfeng couldn't guarantee that he could win.
Many thoughts arose in Yang Xiao's mind. He looked up and stared at the silver longsword hanging above Gu Yifeng's head. His eyes grew colder and colder. He said, "If you are really that person's disciple, I will admit defeat. But you are only at the sixth level of cultivation. I don't believe you can defeat me."
“That’s right, the difference between the sixth and seventh tiers is enormous. Even if you possess a powerful sacred artifact, it’s impossible to fight across two tiers.” Someone echoed.
Many people nodded in agreement. They had witnessed Gu Yifeng's performance firsthand, but they still couldn't believe that Gu Yifeng could do that.
Gu Yifeng looked at the speaker and saw that the other party was an old man in black clothes with a profound aura, giving people a sense of unfathomable depth.
"I know you are proud, but in my eyes, your talent is utterly mediocre." The old man in black looked at Gu Yifeng and said indifferently.
"Is that so?" Gu Yifeng retorted sarcastically, "My master once said that while talent is important, diligence and hard work are indispensable. Since you are so confident in your talent, why don't you dare to have a fair fight with me?"
The old man in black was speechless. He didn't have the courage to admit that he was the weakest elder in Cangfeng Academy, not even ranking in the top 300 within the academy, which was why he had always been unconvinced.
Now that he has seen Gu Yifeng display his incredible strength, he is naturally even more dissatisfied, which is why he said those words.
He knew very well that if he lost to Gu Yifeng, his reputation would be completely ruined, and he would never allow such a thing to happen.
Therefore, he chose to strike first, arousing everyone's hatred and anger, so that everyone would attack Gu Yifeng together, so that he would not have a chance to escape.
The old man's expression was cold. He glanced at Gu Yifeng in the distance and then said loudly, "I am the Seventh Elder of Cangfeng Academy. Gu Yifeng violated the rules and trespassed into the secret realm. According to the rules of Cangfeng Academy, his cultivation should be abolished and he should be expelled from the academy. Therefore, I propose that Gu Yifeng's cultivation qualification be abolished and his sacred artifact be stripped."
Upon hearing this, everyone around paused, their gazes filled with awe as they looked at the old man. This man was actually the Seventh Elder of Cangfeng Academy, and his words would surely garner support from many. Therefore, Gu Yifeng was likely in grave danger this time.
"Brother Gu, this man is despicable and shameless. Don't believe his sweet talk!" Yang Xiao shouted, his face ashen.
"Shut up!" the Seventh Elder snapped. "I advise you not to speak again, or I won't hesitate to teach you a lesson on behalf of the Palace Master!"
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