Chapter 1037 - 539: Cross-Tier Sword Duel (Part 1)

Chapter 1037: Chapter 539: Cross-Tier Sword Duel (Part 1)

With eyes gleaming, Sword Master Chen looked at Li Mu, a spark of competitive spirit flashing in his eyes, and suggested, "Elder Li, having condensed a Chaos Realm, its power must be extraordinary. I, Chen, have always pursued the Sword Dao tirelessly. How about a spar between us, so I can experience the might of the Power of Chaos?"

"Chaos Dao, throughout ten thousand years, no one has ever walked this path. Elder Li’s achievements are truly rare and astonishing; the profundity and vastness of Chaos Dao are not easily grasped by mere mortals like us. Junior Brother Chen’s suggestion is excellent; I am willing to preside over your battle," said Sword Master Feng with bright eyes, nodding approvingly to Li Mu.

Upon hearing the proposals of Sword Master Chen and Sword Master Feng, Qin Wentong and others’ eyes lit up with anticipation, hoping eagerly to witness this sword duel and see the Sect Master’s true strength in action.

That is the Chaos Dao!

Throughout tens of thousands of years in the Spirit Realm, no one has ever stepped on this path, yet today, they witness Li Mu’s achievement. If he continues forward in his realm and reaches the ultimate level, what an awe-inspiring accomplishment that would be!

With these thoughts, Qin Wentong and others felt an indescribable sense of excitement and pride welling up in their hearts.

"Sect Master, Sword Masters, if you wish to duel, I shall go clear the Sword Fighting Platform and make some preparations," Qin Wentong eagerly proposed to Li Mu.

"In that case, I shall trouble Elder Qin."

Under the expectant gaze of all, Li Mu reluctantly agreed, wanting to test his true combat power after condensing the Chaos Realm. Having Sword Master Chen, a strong opponent with profound mastery in the Sword Dao, would undoubtedly be the best touchstone.

Seeing Li Mu’s assent, Qin Wentong, Zhong Zilin, and Ge Xinyu each flew away, heading to the Sword Fighting Platform at the rear mountain to prepare the scene.

"Sword Master, since you have the intention, then I shall accept with humility. However, I request Sword Master to show mercy, for my Chaos Realm has just formed and still has many imperfections," Li Mu said with a smile, watching the three depart and turning to Sword Master Chen.

"Haha, Elder Li is too modest," Sword Master Chen laughed heartily, and with a swift movement, flew out of the hall following Qin Wentong to the Sword Fighting Platform.

Sword Master Feng exchanged a glance with Li Mu, and with a movement, transformed into a streak of flowing light and departed.

Li Mu walked through the air, following closely behind.

Landed on the Sword Fighting Platform, Li Mu clearly felt a rich Sword Intent permeating the air. Sword Master Chen, arriving first at the platform, wielded his Geng Metal Dao Sword, establishing a Sword Domain with his Sword Intent to set the best state for the upcoming spar.

At this moment, the protective arrays of the Sword Fighting Platform had been activated; Sword Master Feng, Qin Wentong, and others occupied a corner, providing stability and safety to the platform, eagerly anticipating this unprecedented feast of the Sword Dao.

As for the area surrounding the Sword Fighting Platform, within a hundred-mile radius, all Seven Profound Sect disciples had been cleared, with arrays set to isolate and prevent Divine Sense from peeking in, ensuring the purity of this sparring session without external disturbance.

However, Sword Master Chen is an Integration Sword Cultivator; once the fight begins, the current defensive measures of the Sword Fighting Platform may not be sufficient.

"Sword Master, please wait a moment!"

Li Mu retrieved several array artifacts from the Nine Treasures Spirit Pearl and began casting spells to release them successively.

First, a Five Elements Protection Array — a Five-Colored Jade Disc placed at the center of the platform. With Li Mu’s infusion of Spiritual Power, the jade disc radiated a dazzling light, with dense Five Elements Elemental Power intertwining and rotating in the air. It formed radiant halos tightly encircling the platform, enhancing the concentration of Spiritual Power within the Sword Fighting Platform and making the entire space more stable. It could effectively transform the aftershocks of their sword duel into defensive power, mitigating their impact on the platform.

Next, a small Copper Gong gently struck, immediately causing waves of melodious and mysterious sound waves to ripple out. Rapidly forming an invisible barrier around the platform, Li Mu used this array artifact to set up an array called "Echo Barrier," which absorbed and transformed sonic impacts during combat. Whether it’s the ringing of swords or the booming clash of mana, it effectively reduced them, preventing sound leakage and external impact.

Lastly, Li Mu took out an ancient array map named "All Things Sealing Map." As the map unfolded, it depicted mountains, rivers, suns, moons, stars, and various strange creatures, lifelike and with the infusion of Spiritual Power, the scene on the scroll seemed to come alive, transforming into streams of flowing light, merging into the void around the platform. This All Things Sealing Map could form a powerful barrier, isolating the inside and outside of the platform, preventing battle aftershocks from leaking and blocking all outside peeking and interference, ensuring the purity and privacy of this spar.

After completing all this, Li Mu turned around to look at Sword Master Chen, then summoned a Five Elements Dao Sword from the Nine Treasures Spirit Pearl and held it in his hand, smiling, "Sword Master, the protection around the Sword Fighting Platform is fortified, now we can spar with peace of mind!"

Looking at the array artifacts arranged by Li Mu, Sword Master Chen’s eyes were full of admiration and respect, "Elder Li truly has extraordinary means, these array artifacts and arrays have remarkable power. If that’s the case, let’s begin!"

With those words, Sword Master Chen’s figure expanded, and the Geng Metal Dao Sword transformed into a dazzling golden sword aura, directly approaching Li Mu.

Seeing this, a trace of gravity flashed in Li Mu’s eyes. His figure moved lightly, graceful as flowing clouds, as the Power of Chaos infused into the Five Elements Dao Sword in his hand, confronting it head-on.