Ling Tian Sword God

”When did this happen...”

Tang Ze’s eyes were about to pop out of his head. Suddenly, it dawned on him that Ling Chen must have calculated everything in advance, deliberately allowing him to exploit a loophole, even taking a punch, all with the aim of catching him off guard with this move!

This kid is indeed a ruthless character!

Tang Ze couldn’t help but feel a chill in his heart.

However, before he could react, that Blue Lotus was already descending like the sun and moon in the sky, like a natural disaster, sweeping down like an autumn breeze sweeping away falling leaves, with an irresistible force.

Having no time to make any defense, the brief moment of mental relaxation from earlier left Tang Ze with no opportunity. All he could feel were icy sensations piercing through his True Qi Defense, leaving burning pain on his body.

As blood sprayed, Tang Ze’s pupils shrunk to the size of pinholes. He looked at the young face that wore a chilling smile, blood smeared on it, suddenly making him feel as if he was in an ice cellar.

This kid abandoned the only advantage he had to confront him, choosing close combat instead, waiting for such a fleeting opportunity...

It’s just like a tiger in the forest, quietly biding its time, waiting for its prey to make a deadly mistake...

Previously, Tang Ze could already sense that Ling Chen had reached his limits. If the battle continued, the latter would undoubtedly be unable to hold on. He could have exhausted Ling Chen to death with his majestic true energy surging through several levels above his opponent’s.

However, there are no regrets in this world, and he no longer had a choice.

”Tang Ze, it seems that in the end, you were the one who lost...”

Ling Chen’s lips curled into a cold smile. Although he was also severely injured, with blood continuously seeping from the corners of his mouth, comparatively, Tang Ze was hurt more gravely.

”Bastard... You despicable villain...”

Tang Ze’s face was full of unwillingness. How hateful! He originally had the chance to kill Ling Chen, but now, he fell into the hands of this insignificant brat.

”Since you’ve lost, leave your life here.”

A murderous intent flashed in Ling Chen’s eyes. He had no hesitation towards Tang Ze as he darted out like lightning, with a sword aiming straight for the opponent’s throat.

”Protect me!”

Tang Ze’s expression changed dramatically; he did not doubt Ling Chen’s intent to kill him.

The members of the Prince Party, who had been watching the battle from afar, saw this and their faces immediately changed, hastily darting over to protect Tang Ze. When they saw his body covered in numerous wounds, their eyes narrowed.

What they couldn’t see from afar, now up close, they realized Tang Ze was wounded so severely, making them gasp involuntarily.

But amidst their narrowed eyes, Ling Chen was already upon them with sword in hand, a sword qi heading straight for Tang Ze.

”Stop him!”

Two members of the Prince Party launched a joint attack, each delivering a punch and a palm strike, blocking Ling Chen’s approaching Sword Light.

Although the two Prince Party members managed to stop Ling Chen, their bodies were also blown back, their blood and Qi churning within from the impact.

However, after that sword strike, Ling Chen’s aura significantly diminished. The aftereffect of forcibly swallowing the Dragon Origin Fruit had finally come, and after the blood battle with Tang Ze, all his strength was drained.

Ling Chen’s strength had now dropped to its lowest point.

”His potion’s effect has worn off; the Dragon Origin Fruit’s power is exhausted. Kill him for me!”

Tang Ze noticed Ling Chen’s sudden drop in aura, his eyes lit up, and he immediately shouted harshly.

Upon hearing this, the Prince Party members exchanged a glance, and without hesitation, instantly dashed out. With fierce killer moves, like a torrential downpour, they engulfed Ling Chen.

”No way!”

The Green Mountain Association members wouldn’t let them succeed; they quickly surrounded Ling Chen. Given his current state, any single Prince Party member might be capable of killing Ling Chen.

Once protected by the Green Mountain Association members, Ling Chen hurriedly took out a Pill and swallowed it. At this moment, with the Dragon Origin Fruit’s effects having completely worn off, a feeling of exhaustion quickly spread within his body.

At the center of the battle circle, Murong Ying and Sima Linyuan also ceased fighting, each retreating a certain distance. Initially, Murong Ying believed that the Prince Party could gain the upper hand and crush the Green Mountain Association, which prompted the large-scale assault. However, now he realized this was not the case at all. Ling Chen’s defeat of Tang Ze, second only to him in strength, dramatically reduced the Prince Party’s chances.

Now, it seemed that neither side could do anything to the other.

At that moment, from a distance, came the continuous sound of breaking wind, evidently other strong practitioners were swiftly approaching from outside the altar space.

”Murong Ying, if we keep fighting, both of us will go away empty-handed. There are still two Dragon Origin Fruits left now—one for your Prince Party and one for our Green Mountain Association. How about it?”

Sima Linyuan looked at Tang Ze across from him and said calmly.

The Dragon Origin Fruit is such a precious item; how could he possibly hand it over to Murong Ying? But there was no choice; if he didn’t pick them soon, more people would come, and if both sides ended up severely wounded, having put in so much effort only to leave empty-handed would be too painful.

Upon hearing these words, Murong Ying’s face slightly darkened. He glanced at the severely-injured Tang Ze not far away, his expression turning more sour. Then he cast a deep look at Ling Chen, seeming a bit apprehensive of him. This kid, he always thought of Ling Chen as merely a fledgling eagle, not yet a threat. Never did he expect Ling Chen to unleash such astonishing combat strength.

Not only him, but the members of both the Green Mountain Association and the Prince Party had a dramatically changed perception of Ling Chen, who had defeated the Tang Sect genius Tang Ze, ranked 16th on the Hidden Dragon List. What an honor!

”Alright!”

After a seeming bout of consideration, Murong Ying nodded heavily, then looked at Sima Linyuan. ”Let’s collect these two Dragon Origin Fruits together, and no one should resort to any underhanded tricks, otherwise no one will end up with any benefits.”

”Haha, my Green Mountain Association is composed of straightforward and honest individuals. I, Sima Linyuan, always keep my word. I should be the one saying this to you instead.”

Sima Linyuan smiled indifferently.

Murong Ying snorted coldly, knowing full well the veiled sarcasm about his character, but now was not the time to quibble over these details. Immediately, he rushed toward the Dragon Yuan Fruit Tree.

”Stop wasting time, get it done quickly.”

As soon as the words fell, Sima Linyuan took out a prepared box. Inside it were materials already prepared for preserving the Dragon Origin Fruits for a long time. Then, he carefully picked the Dragon Origin Fruit and placed it inside.

Although Murong Ying was slightly slower, he didn’t pull any tricks either. Both of them managed to pocket the two Dragon Origin Fruits.

At that moment, the sound of breaking wind echoed as a dozen figures rushed into the area.