Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

The five-thousand-meter Sword Radiance was like a massive mountain soaring into the clouds, overwhelmingly large yet containing a terrifying sharpness and unrivaled ferocity that seemed capable of cleaving this world apart.

With his immense Divine Sense and Great Accomplished Holy Body, Su Han could barely withstand the pressure of the Unparalleled Sword Formation. Now, as this gigantic Sword Radiance tore through space and shot straight for the Hundred Poisons Saint, it horrified everyone watching.

”Ocean of Poisonous Gas!”

The Hundred Poisons Saint’s heart jolted in alarm. He sensed a powerful threat from the Sword Radiance and swiftly activated the earthen jar in his hand. Instantly, a thick, pitch-black poisonous gas erupted like a volcano, creating a spectacular sight. The dense poisonous gas transformed into a tumultuous ocean, surging forward to meet the five-thousand-meter Sword Radiance.

TSSS! TSSS!

As the two collided, Sword Qi splattered everywhere and poisonous gas burst forth, pitting sharp against sharp in a furious contest.

However, the Hundred Poisons Saint was simply too powerful, and his jar was a Superior Grade Holy Artifact. The Ocean of Poisonous Gas relentlessly eroded the gigantic Sword Radiance, and over time, its size was reduced by half.

Although this strike failed to injure the Hundred Poisons Saint, it forced him to expend a considerable amount of Spiritual Energy, creating an opportunity for the Heart Sword Saint.

”Heart Sword Technique: Rage Burns the Heart!”

The Heart Sword Saint’s eyes shone brightly like lamps. He performed a Gesture Incantation with both hands, simultaneously circulating his Divine Sense and Spiritual Energy to unleash a powerful and mysterious Heart Sword Technique.

The Hundred Poisons Saint was no sage with a mind of tranquil water. He was already filled with anger and murderous intent. With just a slight provocation from the Heart Sword Saint, the rage in his heart surged uncontrollably, materializing into a Flame Sword that slashed at his Heart Spirit.

Though the Heart Spirit is invisible and intangible, it has a profound influence on a person. Struck by the Flame Sword, the light in the Hundred Poisons Saint’s face dimmed and his expression grew listless as his Spirit weakened in an instant.

The Hundred Poisons Saint gritted his teeth and pressed on. With a wave of his hand, he once again unleashed the Hand of a Thousand Punishments and Ten Thousand Poisons, aiming to kill the Heart Sword Saint.

The Heart Sword Saint’s Heart Sword Technique was formidable, but his Physical Body was average and not suited for direct combat. The Hundred Poisons Saint aimed to inject a Deadly Poison into his body to weaken him.

”Seven Emotions Holy Robe!”

The Heart Sword Sacred Palace had a rich heritage spanning thousands of years. As the current Palace Master, the Heart Sword Saint naturally possessed many treasures. He was currently wearing a special Holy Robe that twisted and undulated like water ripples. Woven into it were the seven emotions—joy, anger, sorrow, and more. This complex tapestry was imbued with a dense Dao Rhyme, granting it astonishing defensive power.

With his Heart Sword Technique for offense and the Seven Emotions Holy Robe for defense, it would be extremely difficult for the Hundred Poisons Saint to defeat him in a short amount of time.

”Unparalleled Sword Radiance, strike again!”

Meanwhile, on the ground, the Unparalleled Sword Formation centered around Su Han lit up once more. Over ten thousand imperial guards drew their swords in unison, their myriad Sword Radiances converging. Under Su Han’s control, they again formed a gigantic, five-thousand-meter Sword Radiance. The Sword Radiance shot straight into the heavens, resembling a unique sword-shaped peak that seemed as if it could pierce the sky and sunder the Universe.

SWOOSH!

The five-thousand-meter Sword Radiance once again slashed towards the Hundred Poisons Saint. The attack was meant to pressure him, divide his attention, and coordinate with the Heart Sword Saint in a pincer movement to inflict a heavy blow.

BANG!

This time, the Hundred Poisons Saint did not have time to employ the Ocean of Poisonous Gas to erode the gigantic Sword Radiance and was struck by the sword. His Domain cracked, and he was forced back hundreds of meters as a trickle of blood seeped from the corner of his mouth.

Alone, the Hundred Poisons Saint would not have taken the Heart Sword Saint seriously. But with Su Han constantly intervening, he found himself overwhelmed. It was like trying to fight four hands with only two fists, and he was already struggling to defend himself.

”Intermediate Grade Divine Power: Breath of the Poison God!”

The Hundred Poisons Saint’s Aura surged, and his poisonous might intensified as he unleashed a Divine Power Technique. Streams of black light burst forth from his body, fusing with the dense poison gas, rapidly condensing and ultimately forming an indistinct face. The face was too blurry to make out clearly. It was impossible to determine its gender or even whether it was human or demon. However, the appearance of this face made everyone’s heart tremble, as if they had seen the Grim Reaper himself.

This was the facial phantom of the Poison God. Though not real, it was mysteriously tied to the threads of karma. This face now opened its mouth towards the Heart Sword Saint and exhaled.

WHOOSH!

A gust of black poisonous gas quickly swelled into a storm that rushed toward the Heart Sword Saint. The poisonous storm was so intense that it corroded space itself and even warped the flow of time. The Heart Sword Saint’s expression changed drastically as he sensed the threat of death.

”Seven Emotions and Six Desires!”

Not daring to be careless, the Heart Sword Saint fully activated the Seven Emotions Holy Robe. It immediately erupted with seven-colored light, the strands twisting together to confront the poisonous storm.

BOOM!

The poisonous storm and the light of the Seven Emotions and Six Desires collided, and the two specialized energies exploded violently. The ground was corroded by the Deadly Poison, turning pitch-black and barren, while the sky was painted by the light of the Seven Emotions and Six Desires, resembling a rainbow-colored canopy. Between the Hundred Poisons Saint and the Heart Sword Saint, space collapsed into nothingness and time warped, as if they were trapped between two different temporal dimensions.

PUAH!

The Heart Sword Saint was sent flying backward, spitting out three mouthfuls of Holy Blood as his Holy Might rapidly declined. The power of the Hundred Poisons Saint’s Divine Power Technique was too immense. Although the Heart Sword Saint resisted with all his might, he was still no match and ended up wounded.

SWISH!

The Hundred Poisons Saint’s figure flickered and transformed into a black streak of light. Abandoning the Heart Sword Saint, he dove straight down toward Su Han, seizing the opportunity to finish him off.

The Heart Sword Saint saw the Hundred Poisons Saint’s move but was too late to catch up. He absolutely could not stand by and watch Su Han be killed; otherwise, he would have to bear a heavy responsibility.

”Sword of Heart!”

The Heart Sword Saint clenched his teeth, deciding to use his trump card. His body convulsed and his face turned deathly pale, but a dazzling and intense white Holy Light burst forth from his heart. It was so brilliant that no one could keep their eyes open.

SWOOSH!

The white Holy Light roared forth, astonishingly coalescing into the shape of a sword—it resembled a blade, yet was not quite one. This was the Sword of Heart, the strongest Secret Technique of the Heart Sword Sacred Palace. It was formed by fusing one’s own Seven Emotions and Six Desires with Spiritual Essence and was normally nurtured within the heart. If used before it was fully cultivated, all previous efforts would be for naught. But now, to save Su Han’s life, the Heart Sword Saint had no choice but to grit his teeth and use this Secret Technique.

The Sword of Heart roared out, ignoring the obstruction of space. In an instant, it appeared behind the Hundred Poisons Saint, immediately penetrating his defenses and slicing into his body to strike his Heart Spirit.

CRACK!

This sword heavily damaged the Hundred Poisons Saint’s Heart Spirit and even left a crack in his Dao Heart. His entire being grew listless, and his head felt as if it were about to split open.

”Unparalleled Sword Radiance!”

A sharp glint flashed in Su Han’s eyes. Seizing this perfect opportunity, he immediately condensed the five-thousand-meter Sword Radiance once more and fiercely slashed at the Hundred Poisons Saint.

BOOM!

This time, the Hundred Poisons Saint was completely powerless to resist. He was struck directly by the enormous Sword Radiance and slammed into the ground, creating fissures that spread for thousands of miles.

A single sword strike had left the Hundred Poisons Saint grievously injured.