hotmtlnovel 744. The Battle Saint Makes His Move
744. The Battle Saint Makes His Move
Xiao Yan possessed a Heavenly Realm Soul, making him extremely perceptive. He immediately sensed the owner of this power.
Only a Battle Saint could communicate with heaven and earth in this way and release such a powerful pressure that could almost stop a person's heart.
Looking at the fiery lotus in his palm, Xiao Yan knew very well that he was now within the stronghold of the Ancient Clan, a place of unfathomable depth and numerous powerful figures. They certainly wouldn't allow him to fight against the Ancient Clan's prodigies, nor would they simply stand by and watch when he was at a disadvantage. Now, this five-colored fiery lotus probably even posed a significant threat to Dou Sheng experts, so even Dou Sheng couldn't remain passive and had to intervene.
A figure dressed in dark blue close-fitting clothes stepped out. His face was not old, but his brows and brows exuded a profound and majestic air, far surpassing that of Gu Hua and the others.
The Dou Sheng expert who appeared had an indifferent expression, but a hint of seriousness appeared in his eyes as he looked at Xiao Yan, who held the five-colored fire lotus. Clearly, he had been observing the battle all along, and it was because the fire lotus was somewhat beyond the control of the ancient clans that he had shown himself. He said to Xiao Yan in a deep voice, "Xiao family brat, end your farce. For the sake of Xun'er and Gu Yu, I'll spare your life."
Upon seeing the newcomer, the young members of the Ancient Clan completely relaxed. With a Dou Sheng expert arriving, nothing Xiao Yan could do would change the situation; however, Gu Hua and Gu Xing would have more to think about. Since dealing with Xiao Yan had escalated to the point where a Dou Sheng expert had to intervene, their reputation among the Ancient Clan's higher-ups would likely suffer a significant blow.
"Vice Commander Gu Zhao, this man came to my Gu Clan and slaughtered my Black Annihilation Army comrades. Is this all you're going to do?" Gu Yao couldn't help but speak up. Although he was seriously injured and weak, he still immediately expressed his dissatisfaction with Gu Zhao's attitude.
Gu Yao's emotions were somewhat unstable at this moment, and his attitude towards Gu Zhao was almost questioning.
Gu Zhao glanced at Gu Yao and said in a deep voice, "This is the Third Marshal's order; I am merely following orders."
According to the rules of the Black Annihilation Army, the deputy commander is of lower rank than the commander-in-chief. However, within the Black Annihilation Army, the commander-in-chief and the deputy commander at the Dou Sheng level are naturally harmonious and amicable. It is extremely rare for someone like Gu Yao to do what he is doing now.
Out of consideration for face, Gu Zhao gave Gu Yao's question a cold and hard answer. Of course, Gu Zhao's attitude was far from respectful. There was even a hint of dissatisfaction in his tone. Originally, he should absolutely not have interfered in a contest of this level, as it would be detrimental to the reputation of the Gu Clan. However, the fire lotus in Xiao Yan's palm was far too dangerous, and the Gu Clan's prodigies were completely unable to stop Xiao Yan, forcing him to directly show himself and take over.
"Xiao Yan, you're lucky." Gu Yao gritted his teeth and said to Xiao Yan, still feeling the stinging pain on his head.
Although Xiao Yan was suppressed by the Dou Sheng's Dou Qi pressure, he still sneered, "Gu Yao, I said I would use your life to pay tribute to my second brother today!"
"A blood debt must be repaid in blood! Even if a Dou Sheng were here, he couldn't save your dog's life!"
Xiao Yan's brow twitched violently, and a surge of violent soul power erupted instantly. Although a soul power at the Heavenly Realm level could not defeat a Dou Sheng, it would definitely restore Xiao Yan's freedom of movement.
The power of the Heavenly Realm Soul is already close to that of a Dou Sheng!
Then an invisible vortex bloomed behind Gu Zhao, releasing a terrifying force of attraction. The invisible vortex spun wildly, but Gu Zhao didn't even flinch.
Soul Flow Black Vortex!
"Heavenly Realm Soul? Break!" Gu Zhao's soul power surged forth, vast as the sea, also at the Heavenly Realm!
With a deafening roar, two invisible soul forces collided fiercely in the void. Xiao Yan's Soul Flow Black Vortex had caused the young genius of the Ancient Clan immense suffering, but it proved so weak before a Dou Sheng, being forcefully shattered the moment it was unleashed. Xiao Yan's invincible Heavenly Realm soul power was no longer as effective this time. Under the same Heavenly Realm soul condition, Gu Zhao's unleashed soul power was no weaker than Xiao Yan's.
Just as Gu Zhao was about to say something after breaking through the Soul Flow Black Vortex, a new similar vortex appeared behind him, with an even stronger attraction.
"The same old trick..." Gu Zhao was about to mock Xiao Yan's overestimation of his abilities when he didn't expect that the soul power he released this time would be completely swallowed up by the opened vortex.
At this moment, black flame patterns appeared on Xiao Yan's back. It was not the Soul Flow Black Vortex, but the Devouring Ability!
Clearly, Xiao Yan's deliberate manipulation had even fooled a Dou Sheng! The devouring ability of the Void Devouring Flame, under the cover of a soul skill, successfully controlled Gu Zhao!
Even though Gu Zhao possessed the strength of a Dou Sheng, he was still temporarily controlled by the vortex.
Then, at that moment, a tiny, almost imperceptible needle of soul energy shot out. Like a venomous snake that had been lying in wait for a long time, it showed no killing intent, no fluctuations, and not even a clear trajectory, finally locking onto Gu Zhao's brow and striking out!
Heavenly Rank Soul Skill: Hidden Shadow Needle!
This is the true killer move of Xiao Yan's attack! The true essence of the Hidden Shadow Needle is to kill without leaving a trace. Xiao Yan has naturally mastered this principle after using it many times. Only by creating enough chaos can the Hidden Shadow Needle exert its strongest effect.
Xiao Yan hadn't actually intended to use this move to kill a Dou Sheng, but he needed to buy himself some time.
With the groundwork laid earlier, Gu Zhao's attention was indeed drawn to the devouring vortex, just as Xiao Yan had expected.
Then, the shadow needle hit!
Intense pain shot through Gu Zhao's mind, which became a chaotic mess. Streams of soul power exploded, erupting wildly within the very core of his brain. In desperation, Gu Zhao quickly mobilized all his soul power to deal with the situation.
He possessed a Heavenly Realm soul, so naturally he couldn't possibly fall to the Hidden Shadow Needle. However, even if he were a Dou Sheng, he would have to deal with the move that appeared in his mind first.
"This kid actually has so many ways to influence a Dou Sheng!"
Xiao Yan's attacks were interconnected, and he finally managed to temporarily defeat the suddenly appearing Dou Sheng expert, buying himself precious time.
The moment the Hidden Shadow Needle struck the Ancient Demon, Xiao Yan's gaze locked onto him. The Five-Colored Fire Lotus in his hand was poised to strike, and Xiao Yan's eyes were filled with nothing but icy killing intent towards the Ancient Demon. The Ancient Demon, meeting Xiao Yan's gaze, felt genuine fear. He never imagined that even a Dou Sheng could be influenced by Xiao Yan.
"Ancient Demon, you can't escape now!" Xiao Yan slowly released the fire lotus from his palm.