The Legend of the Netherworld

Chapter 190 Battle

Lin Xiao took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and began to sense the surrounding air.

The spiritual energy in the air was not as strong as before, but he could still feel a vague sense of oppression, as if an invisible force was stirring in the dark.

This silent plain may appear peaceful on the surface, but the more so, the more dangerous it is.

Lin Xiao knew that tonight was destined to be turbulent. All the participants were forced into this life-or-death situation. At this moment, any concealment and caution could become the key to survival.

He frowned slightly, suddenly realizing something—he wasn't the only hunter. The powerful beings hidden around him might have quietly laid a net, and he was one of the prey.

At this moment, a sound that pierced the sky suddenly came from the distant sky, accompanied by gusts of strong airflow. Lin Xiao quickly opened his eyes, his eyes like lightning, and turned abruptly to look at the source of the sound.

"boom--!"

A strong energy wave exploded from the other end of the plain, shaking the ground and raising dust.

Lin Xiao raised his eyebrows and immediately felt the powerful force contained in the fluctuation - this was definitely not an attack that an ordinary trial-taker could release.

He quickly took out a talisman, crushed it in his hand, and immediately activated his "hiding technique", suppressing his breath to the lowest level. His body blended into the surrounding environment like a ghost, and he approached the source of the earthquake silently.

As Lin Xiao approached, his eyes became sharper and he finally saw the battle scene in the distance.

I saw a middle-aged man in black armor fighting fiercely with three monks in green Taoist robes.

Li Qian was tall and powerful, and every time he swung his fist, it brought up a gust of wind. The wind from his fist carried the force of thunder and struck a monk in green clothes, instantly sending him flying dozens of meters away.

Although the three green-robed monks were agile and coordinated well, they seemed to be gradually falling into a disadvantage under Li Qian's suppression.

"Damn it! How can he be so strong!" One of the green-robed monks shouted anxiously, his tone full of panic and unwillingness.

The other cultivator, unwilling to be outdone, roared angrily and immediately unleashed "Ten Thousand Swords Return to One." Dozens of sword energies intertwined in the air like a net, slashing towards Li Qian. But Li Qian sneered and swung his hands violently, releasing a black lightning bolt. The sword energy exploded in mid-air and was instantly dispersed.

"Boom!" There was another loud bang, and Li Qian's fist smashed towards a green-clothed monk like a hammer, directly shattering him.

Lin Xiao's heart moved, and he immediately realized that Li Qian had an extremely powerful aura. This aura was not simply strength, but a kind of coordination similar to a battle formation, which could greatly enhance his combat effectiveness.

"Those three wanted to use a siege tactic to attack him, but they were no match for him." Lin Xiao's eyes flashed with a cold light. He knew that if he attacked an opponent of this level rashly, it would only bring disaster.

"However, Li Qian's aura is unstable. It seems that he is not suitable for maintaining such a strong state for a long time." Lin Xiao analyzed. He had already judged that the battle before him was not a protracted war, but an explosion that was about to reach a critical point.

He didn't act rashly, but instead observed calmly, deciding to wait for the right moment. Li Qian's strength and the aura of battle formations he exuded would surely attract the attention of other factions. If they could capitalize on this, they might be able to reap significant benefits from this turmoil.

As the battle continued, the green-robed monks' moves became more and more urgent, but Li Qian's momentum became more and more fierce. Finally, after a strong explosion, the last green-robed monk was knocked out. Li Qian was gasping for breath, and it was obvious that he had suffered a lot of consumption.

"Now is the time." Lin Xiao smiled slightly and said to himself.

He took a deep breath and quickly unleashed the "Dragon Swimming Across the Seas" technique, dashing towards Li Qian like a meteor. The moment he approached, he suddenly leaped up, the long sword in his hand transforming into a stream of light, aiming directly at Li Qian's vital points.

However, to his surprise, Li Qian reacted instantly. With a wave of his hand, he instantly released a black energy wave, completely dissolving Lin Xiao's attack.

"Looking for death!" Li Qian shouted angrily, turned his body suddenly, concentrated the power of thunder in his right fist, and slammed it towards Lin Xiao.

Lin Xiao's heart tightened, and he quickly used the "Illusionary Body Skill: Imitative Phantom Moves". His body instantly split into three figures, one on the left and one on the right, and dispersed in a straight line towards Li Qian.

However, Li Qian's reaction speed was extremely fast. He stared at Lin Xiao's clone with murderous intent in his eyes: "You want to use this to escape? Dream on!"

Li Qian clasped his hands together, and a black beam of light suddenly burst out from his body, rushing straight towards Lin Xiao's virtual figure. He unleashed the "Shocking Killing" move without hesitation. This move was unprecedented in power, as if it could destroy the world.

However, at this moment, Lin Xiao's main body suddenly appeared on Li Qian's side, with sword energy like a rainbow. A sharp sword energy pierced through Li Qian's defense and pointed directly at his vital points.

"hiss--"

Li Qian cried out in pain, his body shook violently, and the anger and surprise in his eyes intertwined into a complex emotion.

"You... are very interesting." Li Qian gritted his teeth and whispered. The power in his body surged, and an extremely terrifying aura began to spread.

Li Qian's eyes were cold, and his aura suddenly surged. His entire aura began to fluctuate violently, as if a destructive force was brewing within him. Lin Xiao stared closely at his movements, alertly sensing a strong sense of oppression.

"If you dare to attack again, you will surely die." Li Qian's low voice was filled with murderous intent. He stepped forward suddenly, and the ground cracked as if shaken by thunder. The air around him also shook violently, as if an invisible lightning bolt was striking him.

Lin Xiao frowned slightly. This Li Qian was clearly not ordinary. If he were to let his temper fully unleash, he would undoubtedly be in danger. He thought to himself, "I can't drag this out any longer. If I continue to waste time, I'm afraid the situation will be unfavorable to me."

So, Lin Xiao did not hesitate and immediately activated the "Illusionary Body Skill: Imitative Phantom Move". Four figures of Lin Xiao appeared at the same time, and instantly dispersed in the air like ghosts, launching a fierce attack on Li Qian.

Li Qian narrowed his eyes and swung his hands violently. In an instant, the air around him was torn apart by a powerful force, and black airflow surrounded his body, forming a black shield.

Lin Xiao's clone instantly pounced on the shield, his sword energy intertwined, and his attacks were frequent, but each sword was easily blocked by Li Qian's shield. His figure turned like a ghost, quickly approaching Li Qian's side, seizing the opportunity to launch a sudden attack.

"Shadow Spirit Sword Stab!" Lin Xiao shouted, and the sword transformed into a black shadow, stabbing directly at Li Qian's neck. At this moment, Li Qian's eyes suddenly lit up, and his hands suddenly crossed, his ten fingers like iron claws slashing at Lin Xiao's sword.

"Bang!" A violent collision sounded, Lin Xiao's sword energy collided with Li Qian's palms, the air around them suddenly exploded, and the strong airflow shook Lin Xiao and Li Qian's figures away.

Lin Xiao steadied his body and locked his eyes sharply on Li Qian, realizing that the previous attack had not been completely effective, and even some of his sword energy had been bounced back.

"Although your swordsmanship is exquisite, it is still not enough in front of me." Li Qian sneered, his eyes revealing contempt and confidence.

However, Lin Xiao remained undeterred. He took a deep breath, his internal energy instantly flowing back, and quickly channeled all his energy into the sword in his hand. At the same time, he secretly mobilized his internal energy, preparing to unleash his final killing move.

"The sword dances in the wind!" Lin Xiao shouted softly, and his body danced with the sword quickly like a willow leaf in the wind. The sword light was like a flying flower, gorgeous and dazzling, and instantly enveloped Li Qian.

Li Qian's eyes fixed, his hands crossed over his chest, and he activated some powerful defensive technique, trying to withstand the hurricane-like sword dance. However, Lin Xiao's swordsmanship had reached its peak, and each of his sword strikes carried infinite changes and power, making Li Qian's defense a little strained.

Suddenly, Lin Xiao spun around, swinging his sword towards Li Qian's waist. This strike was cunning and swift, without warning. Li Qian hadn't anticipated Lin Xiao's sudden change of direction, and his defense was unable to fully cover his waist.

"Ah-"

The sword blade cut through Li Qian's armor like cutting through cloth, leaving a deep mark. Blood spurted out instantly. Li Qian's face changed, and he pressed his hands hard on the injured part, breathing rapidly.

"You...!" A hint of disbelief flashed across Li Qian's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by anger. "Impossible! How dare you hurt me!"

A hint of coldness flashed in Lin Xiao's eyes. He looked at Li Qian calmly and said calmly, "I said, if you dare to attack again, you will die."

A crazy light flashed in Li Qian's eyes. He tried his best to circulate the energy in his body to speed up his recovery. However, Lin Xiao did not give him any chance to breathe.

"Shadow Spirit Sword Stab!" Lin Xiao burst out again, and the sword stabbed towards Li Qian's chest like lightning.

Li Qian raised his arms one last time, trying to use his strength to block the fatal blow. However, as soon as he raised his arms, the sword light flashed past his defense and hit his chest.

"puff--"

Blood splattered as Li Qian's chest was pierced by Lin Xiao's sword. His body trembled violently, and finally he slowly fell down and buried himself in the mud.

Lin Xiao stood still, took a deep breath, and trembled slightly. It was obvious that the previous battle had consumed a lot of his energy. Despite this, his eyes remained unshaken as he quickly searched Li Qian's body for the spoils.

"Poison, immortal jade... and these strange talismans," Lin Xiao muttered to himself, his eyes brightening slightly. He put all the spoils into a cloth bag, then quickly left the battle scene, heading deeper into the plains.

"Now is not the time to rest," Lin Xiao muttered to himself, his steps light and swift. Tonight's melee had only just begun; who knew what powerful foe would appear before him? He had to remain vigilant, ready to face any incoming enemy. Lin Xiao darted through the woods, his form as silent and ghostly as a ghost. His eyes strained, his heartbeat quickened slightly, yet his consciousness was clearer than ever. He knew the situation tonight was already complex, with more and more powerful individuals flocking to this plain, and he had to stand out among them.

Soon, he arrived at an open area, surrounded by towering rocks and trees, offering a vast view. Lin Xiao hid in the shadow of a huge ancient tree, observing the area ahead. The air around him was slightly heavy, as if filled with a sense of oppression.

Suddenly, a sound of breaking wind could be heard in the distance, and several figures swiftly streaked through the woods. Lin Xiao frowned slightly, his gaze fixed sharply on their location. They were a team of three, two of whom were Jiayin Realm powerhouses, while the leader was a handsome young man with a powerful aura, clearly having broken through to the Jiachen Realm.

"This group looks like they're planning to take over the plains," Lin Xiao thought to himself. He knew the situation was becoming increasingly complex. The closer they got to the core area, the stronger they became. That Jiachen Realm youth was clearly no ordinary opponent. If he approached rashly, he'd be in trouble.

So, Lin Xiao decided to keep a low profile for the time being, hide his breath, and observe their movements.

The young man's tone was filled with impatience: "We are almost there. There shouldn't be many enemies left. We must occupy the plains tonight at all costs to lay the foundation for the subsequent battle."

"Yes, Young Master," the two Jiayin Realm warriors responded in unison. One of them looked around with a stern gaze. "However, Young Master, the situation tonight is complicated. Should we send more people to strengthen the security?"

"Not yet. The elites we brought with us this time are more than enough. Tonight, their goal is simply to use the collapse to cause chaos. We only need to occupy a place in the chaos, and the rest is to clean up the mess."

Lin Xiao's mind cleared up when he heard these words. He knew that this young man had clearly prepared for the upcoming chaos. His plan was to take advantage of the chaos caused by the collapse, gain a favorable position, and then make a decision when the situation stabilized.

He pondered for a moment and decided to follow them secretly and observe their subsequent actions. If the time was right, he would take advantage of their confusion to obtain more spoils or even find an opportunity to defeat them.

Lin Xiao didn't rush into action, but quietly circled the woods, keeping a distance. He kept his eyes fixed on the men, remaining vigilant. In his eyes, their movements were like an unread book, each page filled with unknown challenges.

As night fell, the light around them dimmed, and Lin Xiao's senses sharpened. He could hear distant whispers, and occasionally the aftermath of battle shook the air. As the night progressed, more and more contestants began to gather on the plain, preparing to engage in a melee on this open ground.

Lin Xiao retracted his gaze, took a deep breath, and secretly made up his mind: he must participate in tonight's melee no matter what, and he must occupy a place in this chaos.

"Either fight your way out or be buried in this endless flames of war." He whispered to himself, tightened the hilt of the sword in his hand, and moved silently into the depths of the plain.

The challenge is coming.