Chapter 666 - 441: Consecutive Victories! (Double-Length)
On the other side, Prince Cui finally understood why Prince Xia had been so confident earlier.
Hong Zhen’s astonishing combat power was destined to draw attention today.
And chopping down the defender with a single axe was just the beginning of his display!
Meanwhile, Song Changming had already decided to adhere to the agreement between Prince Cui and Prince Xia and step into battle.
"Cui Bai Dao, Song Changming."
"Kanghua Dao, Zhong Wei."
Song Changming didn’t expect that despite his quick action, there was still someone else who stood up with him to announce their identity.
Thus, counting Hong Zhen, there were now three people standing together in the arena.
"No matter, let the three of you battle in chaos, and in the end, only one shall remain."
As if seeing that none of the three had much experience, a voice rang out, coming from one of the observing titled kings on the edge.
Song Changming turned to confirm, seeing Prince Cui nod without asking him to return, he understood that this situation had obviously occurred in past Cloud Fighting competitions.
Originally a one-on-one duel, immediately turned into a multi-person melee mode.
"Alright then." Song Changming drew his Cold Saber, indifferent to it all.
Fighting one is a fight, battling two is also a battle.
The one accompanying King Kanghua named Zhong Wei was also a saber-wielder.
Seeing Song Changming had already drawn his blade, he suddenly signaled to Song Changming, wanting to confirm his thoughts.
After witnessing Hong Zhen’s fierce display with the War Axe, he wished to join forces with Song Changming to first defeat Hong Zhen, and then the two of them would duel for victory in Sword Tao.
This was naturally much better than a chaotic three-person battle with too many uncertain factors.
However, Song Changming did not meet his gaze, nor did he pay much attention, leaving Zhong Wei somewhat irritated.
"Fine, fine, you want to play like this!" Zhong Wei also drew his saber, not insisting any further.
If he dared to stand out, even in a three-person brawl, he wasn’t truly afraid!
"Let’s begin," Hong Zhen said in a buzzing voice.
"Alright."
"Come on!"
The three stood in three different positions, and at the moment the words fell, they practically moved in unison.
Hong Zhen’s War Axe arrived first, once again chopping out a white dragon of immense power, causing many around to talk.
"To wield an axe with such skill and state, it’s rare in the world."
"I’d really like to see his performance on the Cloud Fighting stage once he enters the Grandmaster Realm."
"In a three-person brawl, he should likely have a great chance of maintaining consecutive victories, right?"
"I think so too, but it’s unknown how long his streak will last, that Prince Xia really picked a treasure."
The white dragon howled and tried to swallow both Song Changming and Zhong Wei at the same time.
Zhong Wei’s battle intent surged, unafraid, as his long blade stirred up a storm of Sword Qi, like waves crashing against the white dragon.
Boom!
The tremendous energy roared, disturbing the surrounding Spiritual Qi, as if lighting a powder keg and sending the surrounding energy into chaos.
In the next moment, Hong Zhen was forced back a few steps in mid-air, but remained calm and composed.
In contrast, Zhong Wei was pushed back hundreds of meters by Hong Zhen’s Great Axe, his expression somewhat unpleasant.
In a head-on clash, even when Hong Zhen’s attack was divided, he couldn’t withstand it, which was hard for him to accept.
Suddenly thinking of something, Zhong Wei turned to look in Song Changming’s direction.
Only to see Song Changming standing between him and Hong Zhen, not retreating a single step, with flecks of crimson Sword Qi on his long saber, rising like sparks from embers.
Receiving the same axe strike from Hong Zhen, Song Changming’s performance was undoubtedly far better, at least he wasn’t forced back or injured.
After this strike, many at the sidelines shifted their attention to Song Changming.
Among the three of them, Song Changming was the one who remained the most inconspicuous.
Yet, Song Changming was able to easily withstand Hong Zhen’s onslaught head-on, showcasing power beyond everyone’s expectations.
"That’s His Majesty’s crimson Cloud Saber Technique!" Prince Xia instantly recognized the technique Song Changming had just used.
He wasn’t surprised that Song Changming could master the crimson Cloud Saber Technique, given its widespread use among various imperial families, almost becoming a symbol of the Yunzhou imperial Family.
What truly amazed him was that Song Changming had clearly practiced this crimson Cloud Saber technique to the Great Perfection Realm, with his Sword Might reaching the power expected of a Top level Saber Technique.
This was something not achievable by ordinary imperial Family or government Martial Artists.
Even among the numerous titled kings, few had truly practiced this crimson Cloud Saber technique to the Perfection Realm.
This not only required great insight and talent in Sword Tao but also a person with immense perseverance willing to dedicate a long time and effort.
"Not bad." Prince Cui stroked his beard, showing complete confidence in Song Changming.
Only he knew the true extent of Song Changming’s power in the current audience.
Though Prince Xia’s companion’s mastery of Axe was impressive, it couldn’t compare to his Song Changming.
"Didn’t expect you to pick a prodigy in Sword Tao..." Prince Xia chuckled.
"How can you call it picking, I nurtured a prodigy." Prince Cui corrected, displeased.
Prince Xia didn’t argue, smiling as he continued observing the arena, curious about Song Changming’s upcoming performance.
In the arena, Hong Zhen focused his attention on Song Changming, treating him as a formidable opponent.
Without extra words, after a few moments of stalemate, Hong Zhen advanced towards Song Changming.
The Great Axe lifted, sweeping out a tangible, semi-transparent Gang Qi once more.
The double-bladed axe he wielded was also a Spiritual Treasure, capable of unleashing even more potent Gang Qi power.