Chapter 1347 - 1348: Humble
From the direction of Celestial Demon City, the expressions of several prodigies from Luoshen Sect changed to incredulous ones; they were well aware of how strong Li Ao was, a core prodigy figure on the Luoshen Sect’s ranking list.
Yet, is he about to be defeated in the land of Thousand Cities by an unknown person?
Yao Junlin’s expression was similarly unsightly; if Li Ao were to lose, then there was indeed no need to continue today’s Thousand Cities Banquet, and none of the City Lords from the Thousand Cities would choose to swear allegiance to his Celestial Demon City.
Boom~
On the battlefield, a loud noise erupted, as Li Fei’s Fist Aura descended and directly shattered the battle platform. Fortunately, Li Ao dodged in time; otherwise, this punch would have cost him half his life.
However, the arrogance on Li Ao’s face was nowhere to be seen.
Dong~
Li Fei stepped forward; the battle platform trembled, and his formidable body headed straight for Li Ao, his eyes exuding an oppressively domineering power.
At this moment, Li Ao felt genuine oppression coming from Li Fei, a terrifying force indeed.
Dong~
Li Fei advanced again, his aura rising, his figure towering like a giant, causing Li Ao to involuntarily grunt, entirely pressured by the power.
Previously, Li Ao claimed Li Fei to be a mere ruffian.
But now, what does Li Ao count as?
An ant?
"Kill!" Li Ao roared, grasping his sword. Sword Intent soared towards Ling Xiao, and amidst the rolling oppressive power, he charged skyward with boundless Sword Intent gathering in the void, a never-ending tempest.
In an instant, a Sword Aura descended like a judgment, Sword Qi sliced through thousands of miles, and streams of destructive Sword Intent seemed to tear the void like the strongest sword under heaven, directly striking towards Li Fei.
Dong Dong~
Li Fei ascended, devilish might surged, and armor radiated with endless dark golden light.
He still did not dodge.
My goodness, is he courting death?
Many were left speechless upon seeing this; unless he had utmost confidence in his own defense, he would never dare to withstand that sword directly.
Li Fei was no fool.
Boom~
A deafening sound echoed, the sword strike fell directly upon Li Fei’s mighty body, colliding with his formidable defense, yet the defensive armor showed no sign of cracking.
Bam Bam~
Then, under everyone’s watchful gaze, the Sword Aura burst apart.
"This..."
The crowd was left speechless; the strength of Li Ao’s sword was absolutely undeniable, anyone from the same realm in the land of Thousand Cities would likely be crushed under that sword, and yet it still couldn’t break through Li Fei’s defense.
"Away!" Li Fei roared, his massive fist fell like Mount Tai, suffocating that space beneath Li Fei’s punch.
Seeing this, Li Ao’s sword continuously slashed, but was suppressed, Sword Intent could not erupt; after the massive fist plummeted, Li Ao’s body was sent flying, crimson blood spewing, and the snapping of ribs echoed, uncertain how many were broken.
The crowd’s hearts kept pounding.
Li Ao, proud and unparalleled, was defeated.
And defeated thoroughly.
Yet in the next second, rendering them speechless, Li Fei did not intend to let Li Ao go, Dong Dong Dong~ sweeping strides rushed out, instantly appearing before Li Ao.
Boom~
A punch sent Li Ao’s body sailing, Li Fei’s quick hand grabbed Li Ao, lifting him into the air.
Li Ao struggled, to no avail.
"You think you’re strong? Where does your arrogance come from?" Li Fei coldly pointed out, holding Li Ao aloft: "People who are overly self-confident like you, I’ve seen many; in the end, they all become stepping stones for others’ rise!"
These words were precisely what Li Ao previously said.
And now, Li Fei returned them.
"He is already defeated; why do you still humiliate him with words?" Ling Shuang, who stood above in the main seat, her beautiful eyes flashing, having long admired Li Ao.
But Li Fei’s fierce eyes turned, staring at Ling Shuang: "Away!"
"You..." Ling Shuang’s expression turned Tie Qing.
"Since he is defeated, why continue to torment!" At that moment, a voice traversed void, a Divine Separation aura swept the space, unfathomable in momentum.
"Is it a powerful figure from Luoshen Sect arriving?"
Swoosh Swoosh~
Many gazes turned toward the sky, seeing a white-clad middle-aged man stride through the air, arriving across thousands of miles in a thought, floating above, eyeing Li Fei.
Swoosh Swoosh~
Within the land of Thousand Cities, everyone rose, including those City Lords, all showing respect.
The man hailed from an ultra-powerful sect in Yanzhou’s Central Region, Luoshen Sect.
"Peak Master!" Yao Junlin stepped forward, beginning to pay his respects, yet the middle-aged man’s glance at Yao Junlin held no extra words, evidently dissatisfied with him.
It’s understandable, for the battle instigated here was all due to Yao Junlin.
If Luoshen Sect’s people emerged victorious, this Elder would not blame Yao Junlin, but they lost, suppressed by people from the Thousand Cities Wilderness; this spread would tarnish Luoshen Sect’s reputation.
Moreover, the defeated one was his disciple, Li Ao.
Seeing thus, Yao Junlin’s expression grew unpleasant, yet he stayed silent.
Those around naturally saw this too, some even speculating that, following today, Yao Junlin’s position within Luoshen Sect might decline.
Then, the Peak Master spoke to Li Fei: "Why, are you still unwilling to let go?"
Upon hearing this, Li Fei felt a terrifying aura pressing upon him, blood boiling.
Yet Li Fei’s spirit remained unyielding as he stared at his counterpart: "Were he not from Luoshen Sect, he would already be dead!"
Boom~
With that, Li Fei tossed Li Ao’s body onto the battle platform like discarding a dead dog, causing Li Ao to grunt, another mouthful of blood spurting.
However, the emotional damage within him far exceeded his physical injuries.
After all, Li Ao had never suffered such humiliation throughout his years.
"After today’s battle, learning a lesson may not be a bad thing; think carefully about where you lost!" The Peak Master spoke indifferently to Li Ao.
Despite Li Ao harboring venomous resentment in his heart, he could only nod: "Yes, Master!"
"You all should return too!" The Peak Master glanced at Ling Shuang and others; their expressions were equally unpleasant, given how arrogantly they arrived, now leaving like defeated dogs.
Even Li Ao’s life was saved by his background.
Had Li Ao not held a strong background, perhaps after this battle there would be no Li Ao in the world.
"Are you willing to join our Luoshen Sect for cultivation?"
Right at that moment, the Peak Master spoke calmly to Li Fei, leaving everyone present astonished; if Li Fei joined Luoshen Sect, wouldn’t Ice Sea City gain an immensely strong backing?
Moreover, for Li Fei, it’s undoubtedly a tremendous opportunity.
After all, when has anyone from the land of Thousand Cities ever been accepted without strict protocol by Luoshen Sect?
Even Yao Junlin may have undergone rigorous evaluations in Yanzhou’s Central Region before joining Luoshen Sect, right!