The voice of Bainian Xiang entered his ears, "You donât specialize in the Barbaric Demon Spirit Body, and I never said I have only one sword!"
"Second Young Master!"
"Second Young Master, are you okay?"
The four people behind him saw this scene, were astonished, and took steps forward to check Xia Yeâs injuries.
They were completely unexpected that Bainian Xiang could utilize sword technique in such a way. Grabbing one sword and directly abandoning it for another swordâa swordsmanship skill unheard of!
Of course, not only did these four find it unheard of, but Xia Ye also had not heard of it. Seeing the four men looking in his direction, he quickly raised his hand to stop them, "Itâs nothing, just a superficial wound, itâs nothing to me."
Only then did the four men stop.
Xia Ye looked back at Bainian Xiang, a trace of ferocity on his face, "Bainian Xiang, you really surprised me."
Bang!
The Meridian Gate reopened.
This time Xia Ye no longer harbored the thought of controlling the sword.
Usually, when dueling a Sword Cultivator, controlling the opponentâs sword equates to controlling their move, rendering them unable to act. If the sword is seized, it often resolves the battle directly, as few people carry two swords without reason.
Even if someone carries two swords, switching to the second sword means it is unlikely to defeat the opponent, merely replaying the scenario just witnessed.
This is related to a personâs own nature.
Once a Sword Cultivator uses one sword for a long time, they become adept with it, and using a second sword requires a familiarization process. This is unrelated to Vein Technique, Realm, or Spirit Body; itâs like sleeping, changing beds often makes sleep uncomfortable for many.
A sword that fits perfectly may still be tightly controlled, how to overturn the situation using a weapon that doesnât fit as well?
But this principle seems nonexistent for Bainian Xiang, because Bainian Xiang doesnât even need to hold the sword.
After Xia Ye reopened his Meridian Gate, Bainian Xiang responded faintly, "If you want to fight, just fight, why so much nonsense."
Having finished speaking, the hovering sword beside him shot out once more.
Swish!
White light skimmed by, in the blink of an eye reaching Xia Ye. Xia Ye quickly sidestepped to evade, but underestimated the swordâs speed, and as his body just tilted to the side, the sword already slashed through his arm, cutting through his sleeve and exposing his arm.
Xia Ye was startled, hastily stepping back two steps.
Just after stepping back a few steps, the sword behind him turned direction again, attacking from another angle. This time aiming directly at the chest, targeting the vital point. Xia Ye immediately placed his hands on the ground, a surge of Vein Qi burst forth.
The Vein Qi struck the ground, with its push easily lifting Xia Ye, aiding him in dodging that sword.
However, as soon as his feet touched ground, the sword came again.
Xia Ye quickly threw himself to the side, his entire body tumbling on the ground. Turning around, he found one of his feet wounded.
Although the injury wasnât deep and didnât affect mobility, it appeared particularly conspicuous to Xia Ye.
That was a reflection of his embarrassment!
Only then did Xia Ye understand that the speed of Bainian Xiangâs sword was at least faster than the reaction speed of the Upper Profound Realm. Itâs completely impossible to compete with it in speed, as it didnât even require manual wielding, behaving entirely like a living thing.
Coupled with its unique, nearly monstrous sharpness, Xia Ye promptly discarded the second combat strategy formed in his mind.
Meanwhile, this scene was seen by Bu Lan and others outside the battle zone as absolutely brilliant.
No matter the inevitable loss, Bainian Xiang proved himself.
Even if he could persist against Xia Ye, the Xia Family still had four others.
To now repeatedly make Xia Ye eat dirt; this is something any Upper Profound Realm cannot achieve, but Bainian Xiang managed it with Lower Profound Realm abilities. As far as this challenge goes, Bainian Xiang already did the best he could.
Even losing, no one would say Bainian Xiang is worthless, nor would Hidden Dragon Sect lose face.
"Amazing swordsmanship!"
"Go, Xiang Junior Sister!"
Coupled with the cheers of Bu Lan and the four, the spectators outside the battle area, and those on the Floating Island also cheered along.
After, people began discussing Bainian Xiangâs sword techniques.
A Mountain Suppression expert from a Four-star Influence couldnât help admiringly saying, "Just a few simple moves, this swordplay indeed surprised me. Cultivating for a hundred years, itâs the first time Iâve seen such profound swordsmanship."
A youth in the Profound Realm also joined the discussion, "How to deal with this sword, truly makes oneâs head swirl. Itâs said observers see clearly, but this time I, as an observer, am also baffled."
"Even with Great Success in Barbaric Demon Spirit Body, it canât stop it; other Spirit Bodies are even less to be mentioned. Using Vein Techniques to control that sword, never thought Bainian Xiang could simply switch swords to exhibit swordsmanship. This..."
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Amidst the chatter, perhaps hearing some underestimation in the discussions, the frustration always overshadowed by his big brother Xia Jinâs light suddenly erupted, and at this moment, Xia Yeâs expression held no trace of mockery.
The earlier Xia Ye resembled someone playing around, speaking provocatively.
The current Xia Ye displayed sternness with cold eyes, exuding a monstrous aura.
"No matter how strong your swordsmanship is, so what?" Having said this, Xia Yeâs Meridian Gate shook, releasing several ripple-like waves of Vein Qi outward.
Another shake, more ripples.
As the Vein Qi rippled outward, Xia Yeâs aura skyrocketed, instantly reaching a peak. From afar, one could see Xia Yeâs figure suddenly expand several degrees, enlarging his entire bodyâs outline.
With a stomp on the ground, a bang resounded, and when lifting his foot, a footprint marked the spot of the stomp. Alongside came the sound of a cattle low, like rumbling thunder. After this loud roar, a giant blue ox suddenly appeared behind Xia Ye.