Rise of the Sword Son-in-Law

Chapter 252: Completely Defeated Long Zhan

Xu Ping’an fed a Sixth Rank Healing Pill into Li Qingyi’s mouth.

However, Li Qingyi’s injuries were too severe, and even a Sixth Rank elixir couldn’t revive him in a short time.

Xu Ping’an’s eyes involuntarily turned towards Yu Chenglin, icy as the edge of a blade.

The latter felt a chill in his heart and subconsciously said, "It wasn’t me who hurt her, she insisted on fighting me to the death."

Xu Ping’an let out a cold snort, "You better pray she’s alright, otherwise even the Duke of the Nation’s residence won’t be able to protect you."

Having said that, Xu Ping’an picked up Li Qingyi and left the battlefield.

Everyone was astonished beyond belief, Xu Ping’an dared to threaten the Duke of the Nation’s residence?

Where did he get the confidence?

Even the Duke of the Nation on the high platform frowned.

"Haha, old man, not only did your grandson fail to advance, but he was also threatened by someone, you’ve truly lost face this time," the Martial King laughed heartily.

The Duke of the Nation didn’t say anything, just sat there coldly.

He hadn’t expected Yu Chenglin to lose either.

But facing the Phoenix True Fire, Yu Chenglin’s loss was not unjust.

Moreover, the other party had a stronger conviction to win than his grandson.

In his view, if his grandson had only held on, the first to die should have been this girl called Li Qingyi.

But defeat is defeat; on the battlefield, the determination to face death is often the strongest force.

If you fear death first, you’ve already lost half the battle.

Of course, this defeat might not necessarily be a bad thing, since it also served as a good lesson for his grandson.

"Don’t rejoice too soon; the next match is your grandson’s, and it’s not certain he can win," the Duke of the Nation said.

"Hmph, my grandson will not lose to a woman," the Martial King snorted.

Though he sounded confident, deep down he wasn’t sure.

Because this Du Juan seemed to indeed be a bit tricky.

Xu Ping’an carried Li Qingyi to the resting area of the stands.

Song Lingxue hurried over.

"Master, leave Madam to me. You just focus on the competition," Song Lingxue said hurriedly.

People around were baffled.

What did Song Lingxue call Xu Ping’an?

Master?

Even Dugu Tianyu was looking at Xu Ping’an with a surprised expression as if to say, when did you take a disciple?

"Okay, then I’ll leave Qingyi to you, take good care of her," Xu Ping’an said, seeing that Li Qingyi was no longer in serious danger.

"Don’t worry, I’ll take good care of Madam. Master, you focus on the competition and make sure to defeat that Tang Qingyu," Song Lingxue said, waving her fists.

Xu Ping’an didn’t say much, his gaze turned to the fighting platform.

At this moment, Long Zhan and Du Juan had also landed on the fighting platform, and the match was about to start.

All attention shifted from Li Qingyi to Long Zhan and Du Juan.

Although Du Juan had always displayed strong combat power, because of her very ordinary appearance, she didn’t attract much attention.

On the contrary, Long Zhan’s popularity was soaring, with almost everyone in the venue supporting him, and very few in favor of Du Juan.

Xu Ping’an couldn’t help but want to laugh at this scene, thinking if Shangguan Lingyu revealed her true appearance, the outcome might be quite different.

Xu Ping’an glanced around and indeed spotted a familiar figure, Wu Tianjian.

Wu Tianjian hadn’t shown himself in the previous battles, obviously to avoid exposing Shangguan Lingyu’s identity.

But now that it was the finals, it seemed that Shangguan Lingyu no longer cared about concealing her identity.

Wu Tianjian seemed to feel Xu Ping’an’s gaze as well; his eyes became sharp as he looked at Xu Ping’an, a cold smile lingering on his face.

Xu Ping’an chuckled lightly; Wu Tianjian’s strength had increased again, reaching the First Layer Realm of the Sixth Rank.

However, such power could no longer pose a threat to Xu Ping’an.

If they were to truly battle, it was still hard to say who would win.

Of course, his target had always been Shangguan Lingyu, not Wu Tianjian.

"The match begins," the Sovereign of Great Qin announced.

The next moment, the two fighters on the platform wasted no words, attacking immediately.

Long Zhan produced a Superior Grade Spiritual Artifact spear in his hand and with a thrust, a giant dragon shadow followed.

The Tyrant Dragon Spear Technique, previously Long Hen’s unique skill, was now being used by Long Zhan right from the start.

Moreover, the power of Long Zhan’s Tyrant Dragon Spear Technique was clearly superior to Long Hen’s, with a spear thrust that made the dragon phantom twice as large.

The speed of his spear thrust had also greatly increased.

Many in the audience gasped in amazement at this scene.

Long Zhan’s strength was indeed formidable.

However, what shocked everyone next was even more astonishing.

Because Long Zhan’s spear shadows were actually shattered by Du Juan with a single sword slash, even the huge dragon head was severed by her blade.

Then, Du Juan unleashed nine consecutive swords.

Each stroke was terrifyingly powerful, one stronger than the next.

Long Zhan was also startled and hurriedly wielded his spear to defend.

He managed to block the first five Sword Gang attacks relatively smoothly.

But the last four Sword Gang attacks put him under tremendous pressure.

Even the final Sword Gang attack sent Long Zhan flying back over fifty meters and caused him to spit out blood.

This scene left the audience dumbfounded.

What swordsmanship did Du Juan deploy, and why was it so powerful?

Especially the Five Elements Sect, they were utterly baffled.

Why had Du Juan become so formidable, and this sword technique seemed completely unfamiliar, not at all like the combat techniques of their sect?

Xu Ping’an stood in the stands, not too surprised by this.

He recognized this Sword Decision, known as the Nine Stars Chain Sword Art.

This Sword Decision, which he created in the past, wasn’t anything exceptionally powerful, but it was no less significant than the standard sword techniques used by Eighth Rank sword masters.

Xu Ping’an, a sword prodigy in his time, had created many Sword Decisions.

But most of these Sword Decisions were of the Wind Attribute, so he was utterly unable to use them now.

This was why Xu Nian refrained from using the Sword Decisions he had created in the past.

Now, seeing Shangguan Lingyu execute it, Xu Ping’an was filled with emotion.

However, Shangguan Lingyu’s execution of this Sword Decision, though competent, was clearly not perfect.

This Sword Decision emphasized on building momentum.

And although Shangguan Lingyu did implement it, her mastery over building momentum was clearly weak.

Otherwise, with that one move, Long Zhan would have already been defeated.

"You are strong, but I won’t be defeated so easily. Transforming Spirit Spear Technique, God Extinguishing," roared Long Zhan.

The next moment he thrust his spear, and instantly the sky filled with dense spear shadows.

"To think that even the Transforming Spirit Spear Technique has been deployed, that’s practically Immortal Law," exclaimed a Seventh Rank Expert from the high platform.

"Yes, who would have thought that the Martial King had passed this technique to Long Zhan," someone else voiced their amazement.

At this moment, Long Zhan seemed like a Spear Immortal capable of destroying heavens and earth.

Nevertheless, Du Juan remained unmoved, her gaze became piercingly sharp as she watched the skyful of spear shadows.

A single sword thrust.

For that instant, it seemed as if there was only one point of light between heaven and earth.

The power of this light point was also extremely terrifying.

"Huh? Ling Qingyao actually taught her this move too. It seems she really holds her in high regard," Xu Ping’an said with a light chuckle.

The Ethereal Sword.

This was a technique realized during the ascension to immortality, consisting of only one sword, yet its power was exceedingly fearsome.

"Boom!"

The spear shadow exploded.

Du Juan’s sword touched the tip of Long Zhan’s long spear and in the next moment, the Superior Grade Spirit Instrument spear burst apart instantly.

Long Zhan himself was sent flying backward rapidly, blood spewing uncontrollably from his mouth.

Everyone was left wide-eyed and slack-jawed.

Long Zhan was defeated.

And his defeat was absolute.

Even the Martial King and the Sovereign General on the high platform appeared surprised.

Even the Sovereign of Great Qin narrowed his eyes, revealing a contemplative expression.