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Chapter 399, Section 397: Sacred Technique [Divine Speed] (Bonus Chapter 13)

Lion Castle Ruins

The weather was overcast with thick clouds, as if a downpour was brewing.

Luo Yi stood in front of the family cemetery, closed her eyes slightly, and her breathing became longer and longer.

Before him stood a black obelisk broken in two, surrounded by lush vegetation, providing ample shade.

A hundred meters away, Oliveira stood quietly. Beside him, Iron Knight Phil and Flame Sword Saint Otto appeared and chatted casually.

Otto: "By the way, what brings the Earl here again this time?"

Phil: "I don't know! But based on the experience last time, it must be that the Earl's strength has improved again."

Otto exclaimed, "The Earl's cultivation speed is truly astounding! I wonder what powerful combat technique he has mastered this time?"

Phil: "You know what?"

Otto: "I don't know, but do you?"

Phil: "I certainly don't know, but someone probably does!"

As they said this, the two of them turned their heads at the same time and looked at Oliveira beside them. Although they didn't say anything, their eyes said it all.

Oliveira was already quite familiar with the two men, but she still couldn't stand their antics. Her face twitched, and she really wanted to ignore them.

But somehow, he blurted out, "Actually, I don't know either!"

"Oh!"

The two sighed, both disappointed, but the next second, Oliveira spoke up: "However, the Count did indeed master another sacred technique a few days ago!"

Iron Knight Phil and Flame Sword Saint Otto froze, exchanging bewildered glances. Iron Knight Phil spoke first: "Olivera, are you sure it's yet another secret holy technique?"

"Of course!"

Otto: "Why do I feel that it's easier for the Earl to cultivate this sacred skill than for us to cultivate combat skills?"
Seriously, which level is this? Is there really no upper limit?

"Is it the fifth gate, the sixth gate, or perhaps there are others we don't know about?"

"That's hard to say. The Earl always likes to surprise us."

"By the way, Oliveira, do you know what this sacred technique is called? And what amazing effects does it have?"

This question stumped Oliveira. He glanced sideways and said, "The name... I don't think I've heard the Earl mention it."

As for the results, you'll see for yourselves!

Before the words were even finished, Luo Yi, standing in front of the family cemetery, finally moved.

At that moment, the wind stopped, the clouds ceased, and everything around seemed to slow down dramatically.

Only Luo Yi's figure flickered, like a fleeting shadow, appearing in various corners, striking an unmoving pose, and then freezing in place.

The silver angel rapier in his hand was already unsheathed, gleaming with a sharp, cold light, seemingly shattering the projected light into countless fragments.

But looking again, Luo Yi was still standing in the distance, seemingly unmoved.

He held only the Silver Angel Rapier in his hand, its tip pointing straight to the ground, the blade trembling.

The sounds of swords clashing, whistling, and tearing through the air rose up all at once, spreading out as if countless fine swords were vying for attention.

Only then did those frozen figures begin to move, like swallows returning to their nests, returning to Luo Yi's body.

At this moment, all three natural disasters turned their heads to look, their shock barely concealed.

Because they were the ones who perceived what had just happened most clearly.

If this phenomenon was caused by magic or battle aura, they wouldn't be surprised; many of their unique combat techniques could achieve the same effect.

But what just happened had no elemental fluctuations at all; it was purely an extreme neural reflex and a blur caused by speed.

The seemingly frozen time effect was simply because Luo Yi was too fast.

Even for those who suffer from natural disasters, such speed was terrifying.

In a battle between the strong, getting to the top tier quickly is an absolute advantage.

By the time Luo Yi's sword had pierced several holes in them, it was too late for them to react.

However, what they didn't know was that Luo Yi was still not satisfied.

His eyes were slightly closed, and in the darkness of his vision, a glowing network of veins appeared.

Centered on the head and neck, it seems to light up a sky full of stars, extending to the limbs and arms, all the way to the extremities, reaching every part of the body.

This is a diagram of the human neural network!

Half of it is the internal vision effect brought by the sacred technique, and the other half is the simulation diagram brought by the 'health detection module'.
The two combined, almost right in front of Luo Yi, to form the most accurate and clearest neural network system.

The unique and wondrous objects required for cultivation can actually be seen as a parasite that attaches itself to the human neural network and grows alongside it.

Those tiny tentacles continuously climb and extend along the nerve endings, enhancing the electrical signals.

The body's movement relies on these electrical signals that travel between nerves, thereby conveying commands and completing various complex and delicate movements.

It can be said that the more developed the human body's neural network, the faster the reaction speed and the stronger the instinct to control the body.

However, compared to muscles and bones, which are easy to exercise, developing neural networks is quite difficult.

This sacred technique solves this problem by using that parasite to amplify and enhance the human neural network in all aspects.

Luo Yi felt that the space and time around her slowed down with just a slight stimulation, as if they were frozen, moving forward frame by frame.

However, he could travel at a normal speed. In his perception, his speed was actually not fast, and the air resistance around him was even more tangible, as if he were stuck in mud.

To outsiders, it appears as if it were a flash of light, a fleeting shadow.

He could imagine how sharp a strike would be made with such speed and reflexes.

He was even confident that he could suppress his previous self directly with his unparalleled sword speed.

However, using this sacred skill also comes with a heavy burden.

Extreme speed means greater pressure. Muscles and bones are one thing, but the fragile internal organs are the biggest limitation.

Furthermore, at high speeds, he needs to expend more focus and energy to perceive his surroundings and control his body.

The mental energy consumption is even more staggering.

In other words, Luo Yi's physique and spirit are both excellent, and he has mastered breathing techniques and meditation skills simultaneously, in addition to the sacred technique of cultivating the soul, which is why he is able to handle it.

If it were another fourth-tier player, he would probably be the so-called "three-second true man".

However, Luo Yi was not satisfied with his previous performance. He narrowed his eyes slightly and then directly activated [Divine Sigh - Beast Heartbeat] and [Divine Sigh - Dragon Might Bloom].

Boom boom boom!
A heartbeat like the beating of a drum came, accompanied by ripples spreading outwards. Luo Yi's aura swelled up like an inflating balloon, and her figure seemed to become incomparably majestic.

In that void, it seemed as if a terrifying being had descended, its pervasive pressure silencing the heavens and earth.

A pair of invisible eyes gazed down, and wherever they passed, time and space seemed to twist and deform.

At this moment, centered on Luo Yi, the rippling air stretched for thousands of meters away, thus forming an absolute domain.

The next second, Luo Yi's figure disappeared and reappeared, appearing and disappearing again, solidifying into a series of figures within a radius of ten thousand meters.

These figures all moved in the same way, holding silver angel rapiers and making a gesture of raising their swords to the sky!
So, the next second, Luo Yi returned to her original spot, let out a long breath, and her aura was like a flood, no longer as domineering as before.

But in the sky, those frozen figures suddenly moved.

Dozens of figures simultaneously drew their swords and slashed upwards.
The force of the shockwave transformed into the sharpest edge, tearing apart the air, distorting space, and shredding the sky and clouds within sight into countless fragments.

To accomplish all this, Luo Yi still didn't use her fighting spirit; she merely exerted her muscle power, revealing the sharpness of her sword.

At this moment, Luo Yi was bathed in sunlight, tilting her head slightly, with an irrepressible smile on her lips.

This sacred skill's boost to combat power has reached an exaggerated level.

All martial arts in the world are invincible except speed!

This statement seems appropriate no matter where it is placed.

Luo Yi even felt that even though he hadn't reached the fourth rank yet, he should be able to put up a fight against Grand Duke Toledo's true clone.

"Deep Blue, it's time to give it a name!"

Luo Yi thought to herself, and at the same time, Shen Lan's voice sounded: "This is the master's right. What do you think we should call it?"

Okay, Luo Yi already discovered last time that this sacred technique is recorded and preserved in the form of a diary.
Its successive owners all seem to have forgotten to name it, whether it was due to carelessness or some other reason is unknown.

Luo Yi thought about it for a while and wasn't in a hurry. It wasn't until Shen Lan completed the skill revision and optimization and he officially stepped into the threshold that he put the matter of naming on the agenda.

Faced with Shenlan's question, Luo Yi couldn't help but roll her eyes and said, "Don't you know I'm terrible at naming things!"
"Hurry up, give me a list of names, I'll pick one."

Shenlan said, "Please wait a moment while I search the database."

In just a moment, a string of names appeared before Luo Yi's eyes.

"Multiple Speed ​​Spells?"

“It’s so ordinary!”

"Void Escape?"

"Not really appropriate!"

"Flying Shadow Piercing Clouds Technique?"

Are you kidding me?

"Twenty-four frame neural network enhancement technique?"

"What is this stuff?"

"How about the Speed ​​Force then?"

"If I remember correctly, this should belong to so-and-so hero, right?"

"Master, has anyone told you that you are really difficult to please?"

"I think so too, but we still need to come up with a name, so let's call it 'Swiftness'!"

Luo Yi made the final decision: "The secret holy skill [Divine Speed] is more suitable!"

Deep Blue: "..."

Having decided on the name, Luo Yi didn't pause at all. Instead, she raised her hand and took out a small bottle containing a drop of 'Isis Wine Spring'.

Then, without hesitation, he put it in his mouth, chewed it, and let the abundant life force fill his body.

Then, the golden-red holy fire aura ignited and exploded, transforming into a massive flame that spread outwards.

However, this release was no longer gentle, but an ultimate sublimation, like a flower blooming in magma.

That's right, Luo Yi is going to forcefully achieve the fourth-tier Calamity.

　Here's the first update!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)