Chapter: 718
Hoo-ooong—!
With a dull echo, the blade slices through the air.
Though the speed may be slower than that of a sword, the pressure that comes from its large volume and durability is akin to the might of Mount Tai.
Moreover, if the individual wielding it has surpassed the realm of the flower mirror.
The heaviness of the sword transforms from a disadvantage into a tremendous advantage as its destructive power spirals upward.
Kuuuung—!!!
The sword of the Taoist King pounds into the ground.
Crunch! The solid floor cracks, and debris flies.
Even a mere swing wreaked unheard-of havoc.
But the offensive doesn’t stop here.
“Whew!”
A brief gasp escapes.
From this foundation, the Taoist King’s body begins to spin.
Heavenly Sword, Black Wind Lin!
As the sword rotates halfway, a thick steel blade bursts forth from the Tao.
Kwagagagagak—!!
With overwhelming grandeur, the blade sweeps through the surroundings.
It’s a sight so jaw-dropping that one might think they’re in a dream, typical of a martial art dedicated to destruction — it truly possesses astonishing strength.
“Oh my…!”
“What the heck is that…?”
In the audience, people seemed more busy swallowing their astonishment than expressing it.
Were they stunned by the might of the Taoist King? Not quite — it was actually the opposite.
They were all speechless as they stared at the Taoist King’s opponent.
His opponent, the Two Dragons.
He is the latecomer, known as the blood relative of the Seoanbiga and the descendant of the illustrious Paejon.
In any other situation, one might expect him to be swiftly defeated, unable to even graze the Tao King.
Even if he is indeed a descendant of the fallen.
This was the shared mindset of the entire audience.
“The Taoist King has such an intense presence…”
“Unbelievable.”
Everyone was watching the chaos unfold in front of them, as if lost in a dream.
And it had to be this way.
“You didn’t move a single step? Does that even make sense?”
The martial arts stage was in complete disarray from the Taoist King’s attack.
In the midst of this wreckage, there was one place that remained unscathed.
Right where the Two Dragons stood.
Since the match began, the Two Dragons had planted himself firmly without moving even once.
He stood still, absorbing the Taoist King’s attack.
No, was it right to say he was blocking it?
“It’s more like deflecting.”
Not only does he stop the attacks but he also redirects them.
The movements of the Taoist King are redirected, his sword is cleared away, and he is not allowed to close the distance.
The only change appears to be that the burdens he bore have been shed.
The Two Dragons seemed to resist everything the Taoist King attempted.
Standing there like a boulder.
‘…What a monstrous old man.’
I couldn’t help but let out a strangled breath.
Beyond mere admiration, I was just dumbfounded.
It was absurd just to watch.
Could I have done it? Objectively looking at myself,
‘It’s impossible.’
The answer came right away.
I’m just a supporting character. At least, I am now.
It may be possible to dodge attacks, but to do it while standing still? Absolutely not.
Yet, the latecomers were casually deflecting attacks that were far above their skill!
‘That’s a seriously crazy person.’
I’ve opened my mind’s eye, but even I cannot pull off such a feat.
No matter how predictable his movements, it’s an entirely different ball game to let them pass freely without moving.
Of course, that doesn’t mean he’s not blocking at all.
He does stop what needs to be stopped, but turns the situations that should be blocked into ones that can pass.
“Crack!”
A powerful aura seeps into the Taoist King’s blade.
Even for a mighty cast, the size was considerable.
It seemed he intended to swing it right in front of me and sweep us all away.
At that moment, Paejon moved.
He reached out just a bit and slipped between the gaps in the exploded aura.
At that exact moment.
Boom-!
“…!”
The Taoist King’s sword veered off course, and the arc of energy grazed Paejon’s head.
People’s faces were filled with confusion, not understanding what had just transpired.
Did the Taoist King make a mistake? No, of course not.
It was merely Paejon who had altered the trajectory of the attack.
‘How ridiculous.’
It might sound simple and easy.
But this is by no means a straightforward task.
Looking closely made it even clearer.
The Taoist King radiated a heavy energy, seeming dead-set on proving his worth, and as a result, numerous strands of energy poured forth.
A strike that might be fatal even with just a graze.
Into this stream, Paejon dove in without hesitation, throwing the Taoist King’s movements into disarray in an instant.
Confidence flowed like a river.
He could never fail — without that belief, one cannot attempt such a feat.
How much more so when standing square with his feet together?
Paejon considers the situation, even while actively disregarding his own safety.
“Did he just tell me to play it safe?”
Who was he even talking to as he confidently charged in?
Despite these thoughts swirling in my head, I couldn’t tear my gaze away.
Sigh.
Just a moment ago, I’d thought this martial contest terribly dull.
Now, every move of Paejon made it necessary for me to focus intently.
‘This old man… is doing this on purpose.’
Paejon’s intentions were clear to me.
Even in brief maneuvers, he was revealing a message to me.
“[Just take a good look.]”
As if he was demonstrating the path I should follow, Paejon’s demeanor perfectly conveyed such intentions.
I would not let a single breath go by unnoticed.
As I focused on the duel with that determination…
“-Watch closely.”
It was as if Paejon had been waiting for me, sending an indirect message.
– “This is a good teaching opportunity.”
Simultaneously, the sound resounded.
Swish.
The feet of the formerly-still Paejon began to move.
One step.
Tap-.
The tip of his foot pushed forward to touch the ground.
At that moment.
Whoosh—!
“…!!!”
Suddenly, the Taoist King was lifted off the ground.
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