Chapter 10: The Supreme Sword of the Imperial Way
Ling Yu had long been displeased with Yan Li, so when the opportunity arose, he naturally wanted to humiliate Yan Li. However, he was disappointed, as Yan Li paid no attention to his sarcastic remarks, not even casting a glance in his direction, but instead stared intently at the thorny forest with a serious expression.
In this temporary team, Yan Li possesses the highest cultivation level, having reached the Great Perfection of Qi Refinement. Next is Xue Zhanling Yu, both of whom are at the ninth level of Qi Refinement. The remaining members, the Lin brothers, have Lin Wu at the eighth level of Qi Refinement and Lin Wen at the seventh level. Yao Ling and Situ Xue also have cultivation levels of merely the seventh level of Qi Refinement
With a sudden crash, a massive green leopard, resembling a yellow cow, abruptly leaped out from the thorny forest. Its pair of blood-red eyes fixed intently on Yan Li and the others, gleaming with a fierce light
In the second level, Yan Li ascended the eighteen-step heavenly ladder. They admired him in their hearts, yet deep down, they might not be free from the desire to compete with Yan Li. This time, when they encountered a demon beast, they didn't even fight back and were actually about to retreat. In their perception, Yan Li was nothing more than this; he was still a timid and fearful person.
Tier 2 Demon Beast
Only then did Yan Li twist her waist, and the steel long sword in her hand erupted with an incredibly intense heat. In the next moment, a long sword enveloped in flames collided with one of the thorns of the thorned leopard.
However, the Yuan Realm is different; a perfected Qi Refinement practitioner absolutely cannot defeat a martial artist of the Yuan Realm, unless they are a rare genius who appears once in several hundred years, capable of overcoming a major realm to defeat their opponent
"Brother Xue, quickly lead everyone away, that demon beast is losing patience!" Yan Li reminded in a deep voice
Yellow Level Peak Swordsmanship - The Imperial Path of Limitless Sword
Roar!
Roar
Whoosh
Ling Yu suddenly turned and shot off into the distance. Just a moment ago, he had mocked Yan Li for being timid, yet with the appearance of the second-level demon beast, their reactions were strikingly different.
Ling Yu appeared dazed, even trembling all over.
The massive figure of the thorned leopard suddenly swayed and vanished from the attack range of Yan Li and Xue Zhan. In the next moment, Yan Li felt a tremendous sharpness emanating from behind him
Yellow Level Intermediate Sword Technique - Cold Soul Sword
Yellow Level Intermediate Sword Technique - Explosive Flame Slash
Xue Zhan's expression suddenly changed dramatically, and a trace of regret flashed through his mind. If he had heeded Yan Li's words and left with everyone, perhaps he would not have encountered the Thorned Leopard.
Yan Li let out a muffled grunt, his feet executing a set of elusive footwork as he retreated seven or eight meters, his gaze colliding with the fierce eyes of the Thorned Leopard.
A deafening roar of the beast echoed from the thorny forest, overwhelming the senses
Great Wilderness Palace, Trial Forest
Ling Yu's voice suddenly rang out, looking at Yan Li with a provocative and disdainful expression, "What a sensational claim. How far have we even ventured into the Trial Forest... How could there be second-level demon beasts? My cousin is an inner disciple of the Great Wilderness Palace, and he has told me that as long as one does not venture more than 500 miles into the Trial Forest, one will definitely not encounter second-level demon beasts. Yan Li, I think you are just timid and afraid, worried that you might be eaten by a demon beast. Hmph, someone like you, who is so cowardly, has no right to join the Great Wilderness Palace. I suggest you withdraw from the trial as soon as possible to avoid losing your life for no reason."
However
A martial artist at the seventh level of Qi Refinement, if they have cultivated formidable martial skills, may indeed be able to defeat a martial artist at the ninth level of Qi Refinement or even one who has reached the Great Perfection of Qi Refinement but has not practiced any martial skills
Hmm
Brother Yan
Yan Li's words, "Everyone be careful," caused the expressions of those present to become serious. At the same time, following Yan Li's gaze, they seemed to sense a faint yet menacing aura.
How is it possible ... ... it is truly a second-level demon beast !
Whoosh
Level 2 Demon Beast: Thorned Leopard
The thorned leopard let out an angry roar, not expecting that two mere Qi Refinement warriors would dare to challenge its authority
Boom
Boom
"Brother Yan, with the seven of us joining forces, we should not fear the demon beasts, right?" Xue Zhan hesitated for a moment before speaking up to remind them
A flash of blood light passed by, revealing that a bead of the thorny leopard's eye had been pierced out by Yan Li's long sword
Xue Zhan, take them away
Yellow Level Inferior Sword Technique - One Character Electric Sword
Everyone was taken aback, not expecting Yan Li to actually order them to retreat, inevitably looking down on Yan Li a bit in their hearts. After all, who among those participating in the Great Wilderness Palace trial was not a proud and ambitious individual
The thorny leopard let out a painful beastly roar, its single eye filled with hatred, suddenly pouncing towards Yan Li, accompanied by a fierce wind capable of shattering the air.
Xue Zhan instinctively looked at Yan Li. He was originally the initiator of this team, but Yan Li held the highest prestige within the group, and he had handed over the initiative to Yan Li
At this moment, everyone's expression changed. Warriors are classified into different realms such as Qi Refinement, Yuan Realm, and Xuan Realm. Among these, Qi Refinement is further divided into ten levels. Therefore, the gap between warriors within the Qi Refinement realm is not very significant.
Yan Li let out a loud roar, and with a sharp sound of "zheng," his figure suddenly shot out, heading straight for the thorned leopard a few meters away. In his hand, the steel long sword erupted with a brilliant flash of sword light, stabbing towards the eyes and neck of the thorned leopard
When seven individuals face a first-level demon beast, it is naturally a foregone conclusion. However, encountering a second-level demon beast is quite challenging, as it is important to note that a second-level demon beast is comparable to a martial artist at the Yuan realm
Yan Li scolded while drinking, which immediately made Xue Zhan realize that this was not the time for impulsive actions. "Brother Yan, then we shall take our leave first!"
Brother Yan, we ... ... !
The injured thorned leopard was even more terrifying. Yan Li had no intention of confronting it head-on. Suddenly, he lowered his body, kneeling on both knees, with his upper body forming a parallel line with his knees, and thrust his longsword upward.
The sword energy was sharp and fierce, resembling lightning, and in an instant, it reached the thorny leopard's eyes.
Seeing that Xue Zhan and the others had already departed, Yan Li's lips curled into a calm and composed smile. Although his current cultivation level was only at the peak of Qi Refinement, in his previous life, he had reached the realm of Xuanjing as a master. Additionally, by merging with Li Li's soul, he had also acquired some exquisite martial arts from the royal family. However, in front of outsiders, these martial arts could not be revealed, otherwise, it would expose his royal identity
I will hold the rear, everyone retreat
Beast, receive another sword strike from me
Confused! A second-level demon beast is not something we can handle! Do you want everyone to lose their lives together? Don't you want to become a disciple of the Outer Sect of the Great Wilderness Palace?
Roar
Yan Li was the first to draw his sword and charge out, allowing everyone else to escape, while Ling Yu was the first to flee.
Puff
Everyone, hurry up! I will hold it off!
A fierce sword intent erupted from Yan Li's body, as he raised his long sword. A strand of golden aura enveloped his sword, slicing through the air and heading straight for the Thorned Leopard.
Xue Zhan let out a long howl, and in the next moment, he drew his long sword. The sword in his hand transformed into a streak of lightning, stabbing towards the side of the Thorn Leopard's abdomen.
Yan Li has lived for three lifetimes, possessing an abundance of experience. With a single glance, he captured the expressions of Xue Zhan and the others, fully understanding their thoughts. "If I am not mistaken, it should be a second-level demon beast"
The thorned leopard was attracted by Yan Li, and it paid no attention as Xue Zhan and the others departed
Hurry up
Brother Yan, I have come to assist you
"Brother Yan, I want to fight alongside you!" Xue Zhan raised his long sword and proclaimed loudly
Xue Zhan's figure flashed as he arrived in front of the four, Lin Wu, Lin Wen, and the others, who were filled with fear, signaling them to leave quickly
Moreover, if what Yan Li said is true, if there is indeed a second-level demon beast lurking in the thorny forest, it would truly be beyond the capability of the seven of them to withstand.
Yan Li decisively stated that, in his perception, what was hiding in the thorny forest was not an ordinary first-level demon beast, but rather a second-level demon beast