Two Realms High Martial Arts: Gathering the Heavens to Become a Great Luo Immortal

Chapter 259 Sword cuts angel

"BOOM—!!!"

This collision was far more significant than any before.

It was no longer a one-sided crushing defeat, but a head-on collision of two extremely powerful forces. Light and lightning intertwined and annihilated each other wildly, bursting out a ball of light that was enough to blind people. The terrifying shockwave tore a huge hole in the clouds in the sky, and the earth below was plowed with deep ravines by the aftershocks.

Both the defending troops and the rebels, both on and below the city walls, were stunned by this sudden turn of events. They all stopped fighting and stared intently at the center of the energy explosion.

As the light and lightning slowly dissipated, a tall figure appeared out of thin air, standing between the ruined Guangfu City and the sacred and majestic Hong Tianwang.

The man was dressed in black, with a young face but eyes as deep as the starry sea. He held a seemingly ordinary standard longsword, on which tiny purple arcs of electricity still danced.

"Who...who is it?" a soldier muttered to himself.

"Thunder magic? The Celestial Master Dao's Manifestation Saint True Lord has arrived?" A cultivator exclaimed excitedly.

"What kind of eyes do you have? Those are just teenagers, and they're not wearing Taoist robes. How could they possibly be Taoist masters?" someone retorted, frowning.

Seeing this, Tang Yongzhen struggled to his feet from the ruins of the city wall. He looked at the newcomer, and when he saw the figure's face clearly, his pupils contracted sharply, and an incredulous look of horror crossed his face. He almost blurted out, "Li—·Li Wusheng?!"

"Li Wusheng?"

"Which Li Wusheng?"

"Could it be Li Xijun, the one who broke through to the Nascent Soul Realm in the Golden Palace a year ago and was hailed as the best in the world?"

After a brief silence, the city walls erupted in chaos!

Everyone was shocked by this identity.

That legendary figure actually appeared in such a desperate situation.

But—but was that strike he just made really powerful enough to be performed using martial arts?

They actually withstood the devastating blow from a Sequence Angel head-on!

This completely overturned their understanding of the limits of martial arts. When did martial arts swordsmanship become strong enough to rival the power of gods?

Just as everyone was shocked and confused, a subtle but clear "click" sound rang out.

The standard longsword in Li Xijun's hand shattered inch by inch, starting from the tip, and eventually turned into countless metal fragments that fell from the sky.

This standard longsword, having withstood the previous battle, is indeed no match for being used again.

Li Xijun couldn't help but look regretfully at the fragments of the longsword that had accompanied him to victory. It seemed he needed to find a truly good sword.

On the other side, Hong Tianwang on the golden giant, after his initial surprise, also recognized Li Xijun.

However, when he saw Li Xijun looking at the fragments of the long sword with regret, perhaps because of his unease, perhaps because of the fluctuations caused by the gathering of the will of all living beings, or perhaps because of the influence of Li Xijun's fortune on the land of Dasheng, the Hong Tianwang who had used the [Sealed Artifact] had a misunderstanding in his mind.

Martial arts swordsmanship could never produce a counter to the Thunder Blade of a First Angel. "Just now, it must have been Li Xijun who used some ancient cultivator's treasure, otherwise how could it have shattered and dissipated after a single strike?"

Thinking of this, King Hong suddenly felt much more at ease.

His body radiated a divine light, and a detached, condescending voice emanated from him:

"Li Xijun? So it's you, the martial arts prodigy."

"Although I have heard of your reputation and know of your talent, unfortunately, the title of Martial Saint may be awe-inspiring in the eyes of mortals, but before this Heavenly King, it is nothing but an ant."

"Even if you cultivate both spiritual refinement and martial arts, you've only been gone for a mere year. Even a genius might not reach the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm. How can you compare to someone like me, a master of the first rank?"

Despite his outward disdain, Hong Tianwang acted cautiously, his inner light power secretly accumulating and surging.

In order to avoid further complications, he has decided to act quickly and decisively.

However, geniuses like Li Xijun are extremely rare, and it would be a pity to kill him.

If they can be subdued, given their potential, they will surely become a great asset to the Demon King in the future.

With this in mind, Hong Tianwang had an idea. He decided to use one of the core abilities of the angelic class, [Angel's Gospel]!

This is not a mere attack, but a spiritual baptism and transformation imbued with the doctrines of enlightenment. It can directly affect the soul, forcibly change the will, and lead the soul to the light, making it the most devout believer.

"Li Xijun, lost sheep, your strength should not be used to resist divine grace. Turn to the light, bathe in the gospel of God, and I, the King, bestow upon you the position of Vice-King, to share in the glory of God's Kingdom!"

Hong Tianwang solemnly declared, his hands outstretched as if embracing holy light.

A grand hymn suddenly arose, as if countless unseen white-robed choirs were singing in unison behind him. The sacred, warm, and irresistible power of the "Angel's Gospel" transformed into invisible ripples, surging into Li Xijun's sea of ​​consciousness like a tide.

"Oh no, it's [Angel's Gospel]! Li Wusheng, dodge quickly! This technique targets the mind. Once infected, the will will be forcibly twisted, turning one into a walking corpse!" Tang Yongzhen, with his extensive knowledge, noticed it almost immediately and exclaimed in horror.

Upon hearing this, everyone on the city wall paled, their newly ignited hope instantly shrouded in shadow.

Faced with this bizarre mental attack, no matter how high one's martial arts skills are, if one loses their composure, they will be doomed!

However, faced with this spiritual baptism that even a Nascent Soul cultivator would find terrifying and irresistible, Li Xijun made a move that surprised everyone.

Instead of dodging or defending, he stepped forward and transformed into a blurry black shadow, charging towards Hong Tianwang, allowing the invisible ripples of the "Gospel" to enter his sea of ​​consciousness!

"Hmph, what a reckless fool!"

"Relying on your talents, you charge recklessly, not knowing that the power of angels cannot be broken by brute force. Once your mind is converted by the gospel of this king, you will be the most loyal dog and horse under my throne!"

Hong Tianwang smiled inwardly and activated the [Angel's Gospel] with all his might. The hymn behind him shone even brighter, and its holy radiance almost completely engulfed Li Xijun.

But just as the power of the [Gospel] was about to touch the core of Li Xijun's Yin spirit, a scroll quietly unfolded deep within Li Xijun's sea of ​​consciousness:

That is the "Xuanzang's Journey to the West and Overcoming Calamities" painting!

In the painting, the phantom of the Venerable Xuanzang, whose golden body is formed from the power of his vows and is perfectly formed, sits cross-legged with a compassionate smile on his face, chanting scriptures, and radiating a soft yet resilient Buddhist light.

No matter how much gospel the outside world may flow like the sea, or how brightly hymns may resound, I will remain unmoved. With an unmoved mind, I am impervious to all evil!

Buddhism places the utmost emphasis on cultivating one's mind and character, possessing unparalleled strength in resisting external demons and safeguarding mental clarity.

This baptism, originating from the "angelic gospel" of the God of Light, was like a gentle breeze brushing a mountain ridge before the Zen-like light of Master Xuanzang, failing to shake Li Xijun's mind in the slightest.

Hong Tianwang's indifference and confidence froze instantly. He clearly felt that his "Angel's Gospel" had vanished without a trace, having no effect on Li Xijun whatsoever!

His Yin Spirit is so powerful that it has actually reached the realm of Manifestation?!

In that instant when his mind was slightly shaken, the black shadow that Li Xijun had transformed into had already broken through the holy light and approached him!

Sizzle!

A clear, resonant sword cry rang out, like a dragon's roar echoing through the heavens.

Li Xijun suddenly drew the Night Emperor Sword Embryo, which he had been keeping at his waist!

There was no dazzling light, no grand momentum, only an extremely restrained yet sharp sword intent containing the killing intent of a white tiger.

Li Xijun's eyes were icy cold. He swung his arm, and the Night Emperor Sword Embryo transformed into a thin line of platinum that was difficult to see with the naked eye. He resolutely slashed down at Hong Tianwang, who was only a foot away!

For the first time, Hong Tianwang's pupils suddenly contracted!