Is this the power of a Neutron Star level lifeform?
Li Xiaofei was utterly shocked. Due to his unique cultivation, he had always relied on sheer strength to suppress his opponents in battle, even if his realm and inner qi were somewhat lacking. Yet, Nangong Longjian was the first to completely overpower him in both speed and strength.
As expected, in the face of an absolute gap in realm, minor techniques alone were not enough to make up the difference.
Li Xiaofei let out a low shout and a flash of silver light gleamed. A magnificent suit of armor, shimmering with dazzling silver brilliance, instantly appeared on his body. It was the Jade Marrow Frost Iron Armor!
It was a full-body suit of radiant silver color armor that he had obtained from the Exploding Star Gang's armory. Designed in the likeness of a Divine Dragon, the armor featured hidden blades on the shoulders, elbows, and knees. A dragon's head formed the helmet, combining both grandeur and defense.
At the same time, seven silver javelins spread out behind Li Xiaofei like an unfolding fan. It was the Silver Dragon Javelin set! After their first exchange, Li Xiaofei did not hesitate to bring out the strongest equipment he had.
There was no room for probing or luck in a battle of this level. Clad in silver armor and wielding the Flying Snow spear, his entire body gleamed with an icy radiance, making for an awe-inspiring sight.
He looked like a war god emerging from the frozen peaks of a snow-covered mountain. Those who recognized the origins of the armor and javelins were immediately startled. No one had expected Wei Xiaotian to entrust both of the Exploding Star Gang’s greatest treasures to Li Qingchen.
But upon further thought, it made sense. This battle carried immense significance. Wei Xiaotian wagering everything was well within reason.
"Quick! Attack him with everything you've got! Hit him! I want to watch him die!" A furious, manic shout echoed through the arena. Nan Wushuang’s voice was filled with unrestrained rage.
Like a rabid old dog, he had completely lost control of his emotions, shouting recklessly without any regard for decorum. Many nobles and socialites in the audience frowned. Yet, none of them spoke up.
Everyone in Chongque City knew that Nan Wushuang had shared a deep bond with his late wife. It was why he had doted on his only son, Nan Renyi, to an extreme degree. His current hysteria was understandable; no one could blame him.
Nangong Longjian struck again. He was unbelievably fast. The air only showed the afterimage of an arc-shaped golden blade slicing through space, yet neither the man nor the weapon itself could be seen.
Li Xiaofei raised his Flying Snow spear to block.
A series of sparks erupted.
I blocked six strikes. Thirty-seven more got through. The Jade Marrow Frost Iron Armor can absorb eighty percent of Nangong Longjian’s attacks. My body can withstand the remaining twenty percent!
Li Xiaofei made his calculations in an instant. But he dared not place his full trust in the Jade Marrow Frost Iron Armor. What if Nangong Longjian’s blade technique grew even stronger? One miscalculation, and he would suffer a grievous injury.
“Star Shatter!” Li Xiaofei shouted, thrusting his Flying Snow spear forward.
This was the first move of the Three Spears of Storm and Cloud. The technique contained multiple variations. Like a cascade of falling stars, countless spear shadows filled the entire arena in an overwhelming, indiscriminate assault.
Explosions of dazzling sparks erupted in the void like the shattering of a sun.
"Haha! Excellent spear technique!" A burst of laughter echoed across the arena. Nangong Longjian’s voice carried both admiration and excitement, "This battle was worth it just for this spear alone. You did not disappoint me today."
Yet beneath his visor, Li Xiaofei’s expression remained grim. Despite the ferocity of his strike, Nangong Longjian had blocked it. Completely. That dark-gold curved saber stood like an impenetrable sky, effortlessly sealing off every possible attack trajectory.
But Li Xiaofei remained calm as still water.
"Void Annihilation!" shouted Li Xiaofei as he unleashed the second move of the Three Spears of Storm and Cloud.
The countless spear shadows of Flying Snow suddenly converged into a single piercing thrust. The tip of the spear erupted with a blinding silver radiance. As multiple techniques fused into one, Li Xiaofei drove his spear straight into the empty space before him.
At first glance, it seemed completely pointless. He had stabbed at nothing, a meaningless strike. But in the very next instant—
A violent explosion of energy erupted from the southwestern part of the arena. A terrifying burst of radiance followed, illuminating the air with blinding light.
"Huh?" Nangong Longjian’s voice was filled with surprise
He had been moving at such a high speed that it was imperceptible to the naked eye, but he suddenly lost balance and fell from the void. Out of nowhere, he became fully visible.
The dark-gold curved saber in his hand remained raised in a defensive stance before his chest. Faint remnants of a dazzling starlight shimmered before dissipating along the edge of his weapon. A look of astonishment flickered across Nangong Longjian’s face.
"What kind of spear technique is this?" he asked, his tone carrying a rare trace of curiosity.
Somehow, Li Xiaofei had not only managed to see through his body techniques, but had also landed a strike that defied space itself. In addition, It was also powerful enough to make even him, the undefeated King of the Arena, feel a sliver of threat. This was no ordinary spear technique.
Holding his spear horizontally across his chest, Li Xiaofei replied coolly, “Three Spears of Storm and Cloud.”
But he did not rush to unleash the third strike, Demon Suppression. The Three Spears of Storm and Cloud was formidable, but its consumption was equally immense. The first two moves, Star Shatter and Void Annihilation, had already drained nearly half of his Xuanzhen Energy.
The third move, Demon Suppression, was even more powerful and it would demand an even greater toll. If he failed to end the fight with that strike, he would be in grave danger.
Taking quick, measured breaths, Li Xiaofei focused on adjusting his state. He was preparing for the moment when he would unleash the third and final spear.
“Three Spears of Storm and Cloud?” Nangong Longjian was visibly surprised as he asked, “You... you possess the Overlord Celestial Demon Physique?”
Li Xiaofei’s heart stirred.
Nangong Longjian actually knows this much about the Three Spears of Storm and Cloud? Not only that, but he is also aware that only those with this rare physique has the qualification to cultivate it. No wonder he is so well-known.
"That’s right," replied Li Xiaofei. He lied outright without a hint of hesitation.
"Hahaha! Interesting. This is truly interesting!" said Nangong Longjian, letting out a hearty laugh. "However, even if you really have the Overlord Celestial Demon Physique, wielding the Three Spears of Storm and Cloud is still a strain with your life level. If I’m not mistaken, after unleashing the first two moves, your true qi must be more than half depleted. Do you still have the strength to execute the third spear?"
His tone carried a mix of amusement and challenge. A wave of shock surged through Li Xiaofei’s mind.
Nangong Longjian had already seen through his intention to stall for time. But before he could think further, Nangong Longjian spoke again, "No need to rush. I’ll give you plenty of time to recover your true qi. As long as you can unleash the third spear in its most perfect form."
Li Xiaofei was astonished. Yet, he remained silent. Instead, he focused all his energy on restoring his true qi, concentrating entirely on preparing for the third spear strike.
Around the arena, the spectators wore expressions of utter disbelief. They had never witnessed a deathmatch before. They had certainly never seen this side of Nangong Longjian.
The ruthless tyrant of the arena, the merciless butcher who had never once shown sympathy, regardless of whether his opponent was male, female, young, old, sick, or crippled, was actually giving his adversary time to recover? Had he gone mad?
“What the hell are you doing?!” Nan Wushuang shouted like an enraged baboon.
His eyes burned red with fury as he shrieked hysterically, his voice hoarse with rage. He said, “I’m asking you, what the fuck are you doing?! Kill Li Qingchen! Kill that worthless scum! Right now! Immediately! You took my money, are you planning to break your damn word?!”
But Nangong Longjian ignored him completely. He continued to wait patiently and silently for a full twenty minutes. Then, Li Xiaofei’s eyes snapped open. A sharp glint, like the flash of a spear’s edge, flickered within his gaze.
"Are you ready?" asked Nangong Longjian calmly.
Nangong Longjian slowly raised his blade, pointing it at the sky. A terrifying killing intent erupted like a swirling black nebula, flooding the entire arena. The oppressive force was suffocating, as if the end of the world had arrived.
Li Xiaofei took a single step forward. The entire arena trembled violently as if it would shatter beneath his foot.
"Demon Suppression!" shouted Li Xiaofei.
The Flying Snow spear tore through the air. It was a strike that aimed to end it all.