Eternal Saber-Chapter 236 - 21: Blood Drawn

This Mystic Master of the Foundation Establishment Realm, Kong Cong, may even be at Perfect Foundation Establishment, equivalent to a Third Grade Martial Artist.

The gap between them is too vast.

Chen Tang is not foolish; he merely let Kong Cong prattle on without paying attention.

Even if this matter were to spread out, it wouldn’t be embarrassing.

It wasn’t until Kong Cong mentioned letting him have twenty moves without retaliating that his interest was piqued.

Heh, that’s different now.

Chen Tang pondered in silence.

Kong Cong coldly smiled, saying, "Since Lord Chen is hesitating, let’s lower it further — if you can withstand five of my moves, you win!"

Chen Tang still did not respond.

Yuan Qingshan called out, "The realm difference between the two Grand Protectors is too great. This contest is meaningless. When Grand Protector Chen’s cultivation advances, he’ll surely have a chance to duel."

Kong Cong secretly frowned.

The Emperor’s words reached far.

Advancing in cultivation takes time — too indefinite.

When will Chen Tang’s cultivation advance sufficiently to duel him? There’s no definite time.

Kong Cong stared at Chen Tang and added, "Three moves, at least take three moves, Lord Chen! As the Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince, endorsed by His Holiness as a Lion-Tiger Arhat, and a Buddhist disciple, you surely won’t fail to take even three of my moves!"

"Lord Kong, if we duel, we’re bound to use weapons."

Chen Tang suddenly spoke, "Weapons are ominous, and once drawn, life and death are unpredictable."

Seeing that Chen Tang showed some interest, Kong Cong secretly rejoiced.

As long as Chen Tang responded, that was fine; what he feared most was Chen Tang completely ignoring him.

Kong Cong hurriedly said, "Lord Chen, if I die today on the spot, I shall have no regrets!"

Afraid that Chen Tang might not step onto the field, Kong Cong added, "Of course, Lord Chen, rest assured, I’ve been cultivating in the Profound Sect for many years, and have substantial control over the Flying Sword. I can assure you, your life will not be endangered!"

"Your Holiness, Empress, I think we should let them have a contest."

Madam Yuwen smiled and said, "Grand Protector Kong has spoken sincerely enough, also dismissing any of Grand Protector Chen’s concerns."

"Indeed."

Madam Cui also said, "I’ve heard the Lion-Tiger Arhat’s methods are formidable. We didn’t have a chance to witness them before, let’s seize this rare opportunity today."

Being the wife of the Grand Commandant and the Prime Minister, both women held significant standing and weight in their words.

The Du Clan spoke, "Today, there are mostly women here. If blood is shed in Hailing Hall, it might frighten them."

Lady Dugu smiled and said, "Empress, there’s no need for concern. We have trained in martial arts for years and are not faint-hearted country girls."

The words bore some innuendo and were somewhat sharp.

Du Clan’s eyes dimmed.

Though she was adopted by Murong Daoye as a daughter, her humble origins weren’t a secret in the Capital City.

"Lady Dugu, aren’t you afraid of seeing blood?"

Chen Tang picked up on the sarcasm in Lady Dugu’s words aimed at Du Clan and couldn’t help but arch an eyebrow as he asked.

Despite Du Clan’s poor background, she was gentle, kind to Master Le Kong, his senior brother, and himself. Crafty and adept.

The clothes Chen Tang wore today were sewn by Du Clan before she left Xiping Temple.

In Chen Tang’s eyes, Du Clan was far superior to the noble family daughters in the hall!

"Of course not."

Lady Dugu smiled serenely, composed and calm.

Chen Tang noted it down in his mind, stood up tall, and looked at Kong Cong, indifferently saying, "The Sword Skill I’ve learned is meant for killing, lacking restraint, Lord Kong, be careful."

"Good!"

Kong Cong was elated to see Chen Tang step into the arena.

He had just said he would spare Chen Tang’s life.

But if in the heat of battle, an accident happened, there would be no harm.

As long as he withstood Chen Tang’s twenty moves, it would then be Chen Tang’s doom!

Chen Tang untied the long saber at his waist and strolled towards Kong Cong. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

As the Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince, in charge of instructing him in martial arts, he could openly carry weapons into the palace.

Kong Cong shook his robe sleeves, and two silver flashing sword pills dropped out.

Bouncing a few times on the ground, they suddenly leapt up, revealing the sword blades!

Buzz!

The sword blades shone chillingly, trembling incessantly, resonating powerfully.

Summoning the two Flying Swords, the temperature in the hall dropped a few degrees!

Chen Tang gripped the pitch-black scabbard tightly in his left hand, approaching Kong Cong step by step, calculating the distance in his mind.

Kong Cong couldn’t initiate an attack, having to retract the Flying Swords before him, waiting for Chen Tang to strike.

Chen Tang arrived in front of Kong Cong.

Their distance was less than a zhang.

Two Flying Swords hovered between them.

Swish!

The knife flashed.

Many in Hailing Hall couldn’t discern exactly how Chen Tang struck, nor see clearly the type of his blade.

But everyone knew Chen Tang drew his saber!

What speed!

Chen Tang had entered the Divine Illumination State.

Only in the Divine Illumination State could the speed of the Burning Wood Saber be pushed to the extreme!

Hiss!

Just as Chen Tang made his move, Kong Cong was startled.

Too fast!

Even with his cultivation, he could not catch sight of Chen Tang’s blade.

As a flash of the blade passed, he caught a whiff of a long-forgotten scent of death!

Clang!

With no time to think, Kong Cong’s sword point moved, and the Flying Sword in front of him burst out, colliding with the blade flash.

Swish!

Chen Tang’s second slash came!

The speed continued to astonish.

Clang!

Another Flying Sword shot out, once again blocking the blade flash.

Swish swish swish...

Chen Tang slashed six times in succession.

Clang clang clang...

Amidst blade flashes and sword shadows, the clash of metal resonated continuously, like a musical performance.

Chen Tang’s guess was correct.

Kong Cong was indeed a Mystic Master at Perfect Foundation Establishment.

At this realm of cultivation, with two Flying Swords under his command, they moved as smoothly and swiftly as if part of his own body, without any hindrance.

Nearly without pause, a mere twitch of the sword finger, the Flying Sword arrived!

Though Chen Tang’s Sword Skill was fast enough, it fell just a bit short — unable to break through the crisscrossing defense created by the two Flying Swords.

In the blink of an eye, Chen Tang released eight slashes, all resolved and blocked by Kong Cong.

The two Flying Swords transformed into two white trails in front of Kong Cong, creating an impenetrable defense.

Let alone injuring Kong Cong, he hadn’t even managed to touch a hair.

Kong Cong felt at ease, sighing in relief.

Luckily, Chen Tang is only at the Sixth Grade; if he advanced to the Fifth or Fourth Grade, whether he could withstand this man’s Sword Skill was uncertain.

Just then, Chen Tang suddenly opened his mouth, a clear shout bursting forth from deep in his throat!

"Roar!"

A powerful and resonant Lion’s Roar suddenly erupted in Hailing Hall, the bellow deafening, shaking everyone to the core!

Kong Cong felt his vision blacken, his ears aching terribly, a brief blankness in his consciousness, barely escaping imminent fainting.

Soon, he regained awareness.

He felt a chilling sensation in his throat, as if something was flowing out.

Kong Cong’s eyes widened, instinctively touching his neck, instantly finding his palm covered in sticky scarlet blood!

"Wheeze wheeze..."

Kong Cong stared at Chen Tang, trying to speak, yet found himself unable to utter a word, his throat seemingly leaking air, producing strange noises.

Thud!

Kong Cong fell straight to the ground, blood quickly staining the grand hall, his legs twitching uncontrollably, beyond saving.

Chen Tang flicked the long saber in his hand.

The blood remaining was inadvertently splattered across Lady Dugu’s face and chest, leaving an alarming scarlet mark!

"Ah!"

Lady Dugu only felt a warmth flow over her face, her vision entirely tainted red by blood, terrifying her, causing her body to tremble, emitting a heart-rending scream!