Chapter 862 - 698: Qin An Arrives_2
"If the Qiankun Treasure is activated in a dire situation, it might not be sufficient. Even if it could be unleashed, it would only be the last flicker of strength. The power to reverse Qiankun, I can easily extinguish it with a flick of my hand."
While defending against the betrayer’s attacks, Qian Wuxin fell into a deep silence.
He knew Blade Maniac was right, that he seemed to have made a grave mistake in this battle.
He ought to have unleashed the power of the Qiankun Treasure right at the start, with all his might, to drag those traitors down with him by reversing Qiankun.
But now the decision was wrong, and there’s no way to recover.
Qian Wuxin took a deep breath, and a trace of resolve flashed in his eyes: "Even if he can extinguish it, what does that matter? If we can kill a betrayer, it reduces a bit of danger in other Forbidden Areas."
At this point, all he could do was treat the situation as if there was hope, with no hesitation.
The defenders all nodded in agreement.
They hesitated no longer, defending against the attackers while preparing to unleash the power of the Qiankun Treasure.
For the first time, Blade Maniac showed a solemn expression.
Although previously he appeared indifferent, only those who know the Qiankun Treasure understand its horror.
It’s a method of mutual destruction, not to be underestimated by anyone of the same realm, thus he was now extremely vigilant.
But just as one side intended mutual destruction, while the other was exceedingly alert, suddenly an anomaly emerged.
In the sky, there was a sudden fierce sound of the wind, accompanied by a silhouette approaching swiftly from afar.
Initially, the silhouette was still at a distant place, but within less than two breaths, it arrived in the sky above the battlefield.
Both Qian Wuxin and Blade Maniac were stunned.
Qian Wuxin forgot to activate the Qiankun Treasure, while Blade Maniac stood dumbfounded.
The defenders and traitors lifted their heads, gazing at the figure in the sky.
Then, the expressions between the two sides differed.
The defenders showed delight, while the traitors had eyes filled with vigilance and caution, as if fearing Qin An might suddenly attack them.
Qian Wuxin’s face lit up with excitement, he shouted loudly: "It’s Mr. Qin! Mr. Qin has come to help us! Everyone, don’t activate the Qiankun Treasure yet, hold this place with others!"
If at this moment there is anyone who can change the despair, it would only be Qin An.
The people of Qiankun Forbidden Land supported the Savior, thus when seeing his arrival, they were filled with excitement and hope.
On the opposite side, Blade Maniac’s face instantly darkened.
Unlike the earlier betrayer, he was somewhat deterred by Qin An, having learned much about Qin An from the Celestial Demon General Envoy, knowing Qin An had the ability to survive in desperate situations.
Moreover, with the title of Savior over his head, Blade Maniac felt pressure for the first time.
Qin An glanced coolly at Blade Maniac’s men, suddenly drawing the long knife at his waist, pointing its blade at Blade Maniac, speaking decisively: "Surrender now, and perhaps you might live. If you resist stubbornly, you will certainly die."
He spoke no more than he had to, now was the time to resolve matters.
He still needed to find a way to break the situation urgently, and right now this Qiankun Forbidden Land was the best way to do so.
Blade Maniac upon hearing this showed a cold smile: "Good, good, you are indeed exceedingly arrogant. I’ve never heard of someone using Manifest Saint Realm at its initial stage to fight against the Perfection of Manifest Saint Realm. Since that’s the case, everyone, kill him!"
Despite whatever caution he held, the current situation left no retreat.
Only by first killing Qin An, then killing this group from the Qiankun Forbidden Land, could the task be complete.
Otherwise, if the Celestial Demon General Envoy found out, none of them might survive.
The traitors nodded slightly, then all drew their weapons and charged towards Qin An.
At this moment, seeing the attacks falling like pouring rain, Qin An threw out the Cold Star.
The silhouette of Reincarnation appeared, holding Cold Star, displaying Qin An’s Blade Skill.
While Qin An’s other hand cast forth the Replica Jade.
Despite having a time limit, the Replica Jade had not yet exhausted its time, making it perfect for use now.
Both the Replica Jade and Reincarnation, upon appearing, unleashed their mightiest techniques.
Within Qin An, the demonic force blazed visibly as he swung his fists, each punch infused with the might of Secret Technique.
"Boom!"
A series of terrifying booms echoed continuously.
The dense attacks before him were instantly shattered by Qin An, while his attacks struck down like a meteor.
Over ten of the traitors at the initial stage of Manifest Saint Realm were swept away in that instant, turned to ash.
Blade Maniac, seeing the incoming fist, raised a hand and struck out with his blade.
With this chop, a fierce blade qi shot forth, slicing through the blade edge, swiftly speeding towards Qin An.
This blade qi appeared small, yet carried the power of destruction capable of annihilating anything in its path.
If released outside, a casual blade qi could easily demolish any Tao-level City.
Feeling the crisis approaching, Qin An decisively spun around, raising a hand to punch.
This punch was augmented by his supreme potential and Qi Blood Power, paired with a fist skill that perfectly matched his Heart Method, the burning demonic power within, the emergence of Qi Blood Power.
The fist and blade collided.
"Boom!"
Yet another deafening clang rang out.
Qin An did not retreat, whereas Blade Maniac appeared struck with heavy blows, looking at Qin An with unwillingness.
"How is this possible?"
This was the first time Blade Maniac lost his composure since entering the Qiankun Forbidden Land.
His loss of composure stemmed from witnessing the prowess of Qin An.
Why was Qin An, merely at the initial stage of Manifest Saint Realm, able to wield such formidable strength?
Blade Maniac, having reached the Perfection of Manifest Saint Realm, retreated a few steps, yet Qin An seemed unscathed.
Qin An shook his head slightly and stepped forward: "Focus your attack and eliminate him first."
At his command, the virtual shadows forged by the Replica Jade and Reincarnation struck in unison.
The terrifying energy cluster that had first formed outside the barrier resurfaced.
Qin An spared no effort, raising a hand to unleash a fist seal, smashing it on the energy cluster.
At the moment the energy cluster was enhanced by the fist seal, it rapidly plummeted towards Blade Maniac.
Blade Maniac was witnessing such an attack for the first time, yet within this terrifying assault, he felt a trace of helplessness.
However, being an aged strongman, facing imminent peril of life or death, Blade Maniac hesitated not and employed his most powerful Blade Skill.
Blade Maniac severed an arm, letting blood spatter upon the long knife.
The long knife seemed suddenly kindled with fire, its gleam surged, thrusting towards the energy cluster ahead.
This was his most powerful strike, using his own blood as a catalyst to elevate his blade skill to its utmost potency.
Typically, even a Person of Manifested Sanctity would find it difficult to withstand this attack, not to mention Qin An at the initial stage of Manifest Saint Realm.
Blade Maniac was confident in being able to annihilate Qin An.
Yet just as the long knife contacted the energy cluster, they exploded violently, the devastating shockwaves sweeping around.
The nearest betrayers were instantly incinerated to ashes.
Blade Maniac, supporting himself with the long knife, gasped roughly, his face displaying a wanton and arrogant grin: "Hahaha, I stopped it! Stopped it! Now watch as I counterattack, personally take off your head, and bring your head to Lord Celestial Demon General Envoy for merit!"
Blade Maniac felt fortunate for obstructing Qin An’s attack, preparing to immediately counterattack and annihilate Qin An.
But the moment he raised his head, his expression suddenly froze.
He observed Qin An yet again forming another terrifying energy cluster, seemingly unfazed, it slowly descended upon him.