Immortal Sword Master

Chapter 578: Chapter 573: Ning Jiang vs. Chu Xinghun

’Chu Xinghun’s strength is truly worthy of one of the two giants of the Hidden Dragon List. If I were to face him, my chances of winning would be less than thirty percent, maybe even lower.’

As Lin Jue walked through the maze, his mind was still on the matter. ’Gu Huaying may not be Chu Xinghun’s match, but for Chu Xinghun to beat her, he’ll have to pay a price. It would be best if they both end up gravely injured. That way, I’ll have a chance to profit.’

’Huh, another person.’

A figure emerged from around the corner ahead of him.

’White hair... It’s Ning Jiang.’ A hint of fighting spirit sparked in Lin Jue’s eyes, making him eager for a fight.

Although Ning Jiang was new to the Hidden Dragon List, his reputation was formidable. The high-priced bounty placed on him by the Other Shore, in particular, had thrust him into the spotlight. Lin Jue himself was tempted by that bounty.

”Make your move.”

Ning Jiang had sensed Lin Jue’s fighting spirit and got straight to the point.

”Straightforward.”

Lin Jue didn’t waste any time. With a lift of his hand, a sharp gleam of a blade flew toward Ning Jiang in an instant. It was faster than a Thunderbolt, transforming into a streak of light.

An ordinary person would have found it impossible to react to such an attack.

But Ning Jiang’s expression remained unchanged. He extended his right hand and, with two fingers, caught the small blade in the nick of time. Its sharp tip stopped just three inches from his throat.

”Hm?”

Seeing this, Lin Jue’s pupils contracted. He could hardly believe his eyes. He saw a shadow of the White-robed Swordsman in Ning Jiang.

’Didn’t the White-robed Swordsman catch my Flying Blade in the exact same way?’

’Could his strength actually rival the Ten Great Earth Martial Realms?’

Lin Jue couldn’t believe it. His eyes narrowed, and he stared at Ning Jiang like a hawk. He was like a focused hunter, observing every detail of his prey. The moment Ning Jiang revealed an opening, he would suffer a fatal blow.

’Outsiders only think my Flying Blades are formidable, but they don’t know that my powers of observation are my true foundation!’

But as he continued to observe, a wave of shock began to wash over him.

Ning Jiang stood there calmly. His posture seemed relaxed, riddled with openings. But upon closer inspection, one would discover that his calmness was as unfathomable as the great sea. No one could know what terrifying storms raged in its depths.

He had a feeling that Ning Jiang had no openings at all.

’Impossible. Everyone has an opening. If I can’t find one, I’ll create one.’

Lin Jue waved his hand.

SWOOSH! SWOOSH!

This time, two Flying Blades shot out, faster than arrows, aimed at Ning Jiang’s brow and heart.

Ning Jiang’s feet shifted as if he were skating on ice, and he dodged the two Flying Blades. However, the blades immediately curved around and shot toward his back.

At the same time, Lin Jue launched two more blades. A total of four Flying Blades now assailed Ning Jiang from both front and back.

Ning Jiang stood his ground. With a grasping motion of his hand, an immense Devouring Power surged forth. Under the Pulling of this Devouring Power, the four Flying Blades were instantly thrown from their original trajectories and converged on his palm.

CLANG! CLANG...

Finally, the four Flying Blades collided, ringing with the sound of clashing metal.

”Good, very good. You’re worthy of the bounty the Other Shore placed on you. You certainly have a few tricks up your sleeve. In that case, I’ll let you experience my Ten Extremes Flying Blade Array!”

Lin Jue swung his wide sleeve, and in that instant, the Ten Bing Flying Blades appeared before him, lined up in a row. Each blade emanated an incomparably sharp aura. Even from a distance, one could feel a stinging sensation on their skin.

”Go.”

With a thought from Lin Jue, the Ten Bing Flying Blades erupted with a blinding light. Accompanied by the sound of sonic booms, they shot toward Ning Jiang.

Each blade could kill a Late Stage Earth Martial Realm expert. With all ten attacking at once, even someone at the Earth Martial Realm Peak would perish.

CLANG.

The Thunder Dragon Sword left its sheath. Faced with such an attack, Ning Jiang grew a little more serious. He slashed out with his sword. The Sword Aura, as thin as autumn water, swept out like a ripple. It was the technique, Sword Suppressing Sun and Moon.

The Sword Aura collided with the ten blades. A massive shockwave instantly erupted down the corridors on either side, making their clothes and hair whip about wildly.

The Sword Aura shattered, and the ten blades were sent flying back.

”To think you could block my Ten Extremes Flying Blade Array. It seems I’ve underestimated you.” Lin Jue waved his hand, recalling the Ten Bing Flying Blades. Ning Jiang’s strength was far greater than he had expected.

Although he still had a few trump cards, it would be unwise to fight Ning Jiang to the death right now. Besides, he wasn’t confident that his trump cards would be enough to defeat Ning Jiang.

”Ning Jiang, let me give you a friendly piece of news. Gu Huaying has been cornered by Chu Xinghun. I’m afraid her life is in danger right now.” A playful smile appeared on Lin Jue’s face.

His intentions in telling Ning Jiang this were, of course, malicious. He just wanted Ning Jiang and Chu Xinghun to fight.

”Hm?”

Ning Jiang’s gaze turned cold. The next moment, he slashed his sword toward Lin Jue.

”You!”

Lin Jue was shocked and hastily blocked the attack. He deflected most of its power, but a small amount of Sword Qi still broke through, leaving a shallow cut on his face and severing a lock of his hair.

”What’s the meaning of this?”

Lin Jue was both shocked and enraged. He was enraged that Ning Jiang had attacked so suddenly, and shocked that this sword strike was much stronger than the last, making him realize Ning Jiang had been holding back earlier.

”I’ll let you off this time.”

Ning Jiang gave Lin Jue a cold look. Lin Jue clearly knew Gu Huaying was in danger, yet he had stopped him here, wasting his Time. Then he’d revealed the news about Gu Huaying, trying to lure him into a fight with Chu Xinghun. He certainly wouldn’t be polite to someone with such ill intentions.

Moreover, sometimes Time is of the essence. It was possible that in the brief period Lin Jue had delayed him, Gu Huaying had already met her demise...

SWISH.

Ning Jiang’s body blurred. He shot past Lin Jue and sped forward.

”Ning Jiang, how dare you look down on me! The next time we meet, I’ll make you pay!” Lin Jue was furious. Ning Jiang’s tone just now had made it sound as if he could kill him with ease. Such an attitude was a deep insult.

...

SWOOSH!

Gu Huaying’s body flashed through the maze. At this moment, she was already moving at her maximum speed, but she still couldn’t shake Chu Xinghun, who was in hot pursuit.

Chu Xinghun’s speed wasn’t actually much faster than hers, but he kept attacking from behind. His Star Pointing Finger was incredibly swift and could catch up to her in an instant. Every time, she was forced to stop and defend, which naturally slowed her down.

”Gu Huaying, you can’t escape from the palm of my hand.”

Chu Xinghun was completely emotionless, with no thought of showing pity for a beautiful woman.

He pointed a finger.

”Shattering Star Finger.”

This attack was even more terrifying than the Star Pointing Finger. A massive ball of bright light shot out, nearly filling the entire corridor.

Sensing the power of this attack, Gu Huaying’s face couldn’t help but turn pale.

Even if she managed to block this finger strike, she would still be severely injured.

SHIIING!

Just then, a Sword Aura shot out from behind Gu Huaying.