Bang, bang, bang—
The sound of sonic booms echoed like the roar of a Flying Ship slicing through the air at breakneck speed.
Lu Fei Fan had just leaped into the air when he instinctively sensed a powerful aura descending upon him like a heavy blanket!
Without a moment to think, he drew the Whale Devouring Sword from behind him. In an instant, the blade shone brightly, as if a galaxy was grasped in Lu Fei Fan's hand, dazzling and magnificent as it fell with overwhelming force!
The figure charging toward him was none other than the Chief Black Knight from the Apocalypse Four Horsemen. In his hand, the Twilight Greatsword erupted with surging black flames, transforming into a mighty black dragon that soared upward!
Boom!
The violent explosion of brilliance and black flames intertwined, creating a dazzling ripple that spread outward, sweeping over the Divine Court Sacred Tree!
The few remaining fruits on the Holy Tree were struck hard and began to fall.
Yet the battle between the two figures, one black and one white, continued unabated. Truth be told, if Lu Fei Fan had not advanced to Special-Class General earlier, he might not have stood a chance against this Greatsword-wielding Black Knight.
This knight, cloaked in Black Armor and wielding an enormous sword, exuded a powerful aura of black energy. Lu Fei Fan could clearly feel the intense and overwhelming presence emanating from his opponent, which filled him with unease.
However, Lu Fei Fan's Pulse Energy was rotating like gears under the influence of Giant Whale's Breath. The Pulse Energy stored in the Chaos Void was continuously pouring into Lu Fei Fan's body. He sensed that Giant Whale's Breath was subtly awakening again, yearning for a breakthrough!
His opponent was equally astonished. The young man before him, wielding an unusual Greatsword and wearing a Mask, seemed to possess only the aura of a Special-Class General—still some distance from being a Top War General. Yet this young man could actually clash with him head-on in a sword strike, which left him surprised.
However, the Black Knight had no intention of lingering with Lu Fei Fan. He suddenly increased the frequency of his Greatsword swings to another level, creating layers upon layers of afterimages that transformed into an impenetrable sword wave descending upon him.
The sharp sword energy sliced through the air with whistling sounds. Even though the power contained within that Greatsword appeared minimal at first glance, after Lu Fei Fan dodged away, those missed sword waves struck against the massive tree with resounding thuds, leaving deep and terrifying gashes!
What a formidable opponent!
Lu Fei Fan's Whale Devouring Sword was no less formidable, facing an opponent whose swordsmanship clearly belonged to a master. There were no intricate Gorgeous Sword techniques, only rapid, astonishing slashes, cuts, sweeps, and chops.
"Draw your sword!" Lu Fei Fan seized a rare opportunity to strike as he brought his Whale Devouring Sword down upon his foe.
However, the opponent's response was lightning fast. The broad blade of their sword intercepted his Whale Devouring Sword, and once again, the two blades clashed in midair, producing a thunderous explosion of sparks and energy.
The two figures floated above the Divine Court Sacred Tree, colliding without a hint of retreat. It was a clash of titans, with both sides showcasing their swordsmanship to the fullest on the Holy Tree. This was a master-level duel, and even more astonishing was that one side was at the level of a Special-Class General while the Black Knight displayed strength that was nothing short of godlike.
What should have been an overwhelming battle turned out to be evenly matched.
This left the spectators below in shock.
"To think that someone wielding the Whale Devouring Sword could hold their own against the Chief Judgment of the Crimson Council. Logically speaking, with the power of the Twilight Greatsword combined with the High-Frequency Sword Technique, it should have been a crushing victory," Sebella remarked. She had somehow been brought back to Rod's side by Treyzer and sat on the steps with her chin propped up, eagerly watching the battle above.
Rod sighed as he glanced at the ongoing fight before looking at his companion, the Tall Knight Treyzer. Although the Holy Armor still radiated brilliance, Treyzer's breath had weakened after taking a full-force blow from the Divine Court Guardian. The only thing that remained vibrant was Gungnir in his hand.
Yet Rod sensed that his long-time partner and friend, even though he ranked among the top five holy knights of The Church, stood at a disadvantage when facing three Doomsday Knights from the Crimson Council alone!
Fortunately, Death Arrow had previously attacked the Divine Court Guardian, provoking it into launching an attack first. The Divine Court Guardian dove down with its Golden Gun in hand.
Death Arrow raised his bow; from what had been an empty Retro Vine Bow materialized five arrows. With a whoosh, five deadly projectiles shot toward the descending Divine Court Guardian, transforming into clusters of gray spikes as they tore through the air!
The Divine Court Guardian suddenly halted its descent, transforming its golden spear into an impenetrable wall. Clang! Clang! Clang!
The arrows enveloped in tremendous energy were deflected away, crashing into buildings or embedding themselves in the ground, creating massive craters that showcased their destructive power.
However, Death Arrow's strength seemed inexhaustible; with effortless precision, he nocked arrow after arrow—each one a powerful death arrow—firing them like beams of Liuguang toward the Divine Court Guardian. Originally just over ten meters away from him, the Divine Court Guardian was forced back fifty meters by his relentless barrage. Moreover, there was a knight nearby wielding a gnarled wooden staff who watched intently as gray orbs fell upon the Divine Court Guardian.
The movements of the Divine Court Guardian slowed down noticeably.
"Soul Reaper..." Rod observed the Black Knight wielding a peculiar staff, clearly casting his Mind Storm. The long-range attack was quite formidable!
The Divine Court Guardian's speed had significantly decreased, and several times it narrowly avoided being struck by Death Arrows.
Then, a broader knight stepped forward, eyeing Treyzer, evidently targeting Rod and the others.
He extended his hand, and a massive Death Scythe engulfed in black flames materialized out of thin air. He strode forward with the Death Scythe in hand, each step resonating like thunder against the ground. How could his presence create such a booming sound?
"Be careful; the Apocalypse Devourer is the most brutal among them. Did you see the footprints it leaves?" Sebella warned.
Rod remained silent but noticed that the Apocalypse Devourer's form seemed different from his own. The deep impressions left in the ground indicated an incredible weight or an overwhelming Pulse Energy surging within.
Suddenly, Treyzer raised Gungnir! "Eternal Declaration!"
In an instant, his Holy Armor dimmed as all energy concentrated on the Holy Lance, crackling with electric fire and radiating blinding light!
"Eternal Declaration!"
The Holy Lance flew from Treyzer's hand like a shooting star, illuminating the entire area with its brilliant glow!
The charging Doomsday Devouring Knight also raised his Death Scythe to strike downwards. In his grip, the heavy Death Scythe moved with surprising agility, crashing down towards the meteor-like projectile infused with surging Black Energy!
However, Gungnir was a Holy Lance that never missed its mark. Its impact met the Death Scythe head-on, pushing back against it with astonishing force. The Doomsday Devouring Knight staggered under the pressure, his feet pounding against the ground as he was forced back several steps before regaining his balance.
Rod and Sebella held their breath, watching this scene unfold. Treyzer lifted the Holy Lance again; the brilliance of his Holy Armor enveloped Gungnir once more. Sparks erupted as energy surged and bubbled within him. This shot was brewing longer than the last one; if released now, it was clear that his opponent would be unable to withstand it—especially since they were currently pinned down by this powerful lance.
The Doomsday Devouring Knight lifted his head to glance at Treyzer, who was gripping a surging force in his hand, clearly preparing to throw a second shot.
“Ah!”
He roared, his figure suddenly swelling as the Death Scythe forcefully deflected the power of the Holy Lance. His form transformed into that of a two-meter giant!
“Eternal Declaration!” Treyzer hurled Gungnir, now infused with more than half of his own power, once again.
The Holy Lance transformed into a dazzling orb of light, shooting forth.
Roar!
The Doomsday Devouring Knight surged in height, a brilliant dark red light blooming from his chest, followed by the eruption of a black energy sphere. It pulsed with chaotic energy, swirling and expanding rapidly.
The Holy Lance pierced through the chaotic energy sphere, vanishing into the depths.
The first Holy Lance, which had been sent flying through the air, returned once more. The unerring shot would always return to strike its target, regardless of whether one dodged or blocked it. However, the Devouring Knight grasped at the air with both hands as the massive chaotic energy sphere floated above him, electric sparks erupting. More astonishingly, that chaotic sphere grew even larger!
Whoosh!
The Holy Lance penetrated the sphere like a shooting star, but the chaotic energy sphere merely rippled slightly before gradually transforming under the control of the Doomsday Devouring Knight, eventually becoming a fist-sized chaotic orb!
Rod, Sebella, and Treyzer all changed their expressions dramatically upon witnessing this scene.
“Is this the power of the Devourer?” Sebella's expression softened slightly.
But Rod's face darkened. The Gungnir, revered as one of the three sacred artifacts by The Church, and the infallible Holy Lance had been completely devoured by the opponent's chaotic energy without leaving a trace.
This clearly subverted his understanding of the Doomsday Knight.
"They've become stronger than before!" Rod exclaimed as he gazed at the monstrous knight.
"This generation is evidently stronger than the last," Sebella remarked. "It seems the Crimson Council has once again cultivated suitable knights, while you from The Church are merely a bunch of old relics trying to hold up appearances."
Sebella's sharp criticism left no room for leniency.
Treyzer attempted to gather energy for a third shot, but in his effort to save Sebella, he was struck by the Divine Court Guardian's attack, causing a massive burst of blood mist. The Holy Armor on his shoulder shattered along with it, and the light enveloping Treyzer quickly dimmed. He knelt, trying to rise, but Rod approached him, clutching the sacred tome.
The Doomsday Devouring Knight enlarged the chaotic energy sphere once more, swinging the Death Scythe to cleave it in two. The blade instantly transformed into a colossal wave of impact that swept through, reducing the surrounding buildings to dust in an instant. The ground cracked open with a thunderous roar, and countless winged monsters surged forth from the fissures.
Yet Rod remained calm as he opened the sacred tome, which had only two pages left. He turned to one page and began to chant a sacred language that had never been known to mankind.
Sebella's expression changed drastically upon hearing it.
"Ambassador Language!"
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