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"Clang!"
The Azure Dragon Halberd suddenly struck the ground, causing the surrounding air to ripple. Xiang Yu stood firmly in the arena, his eyes filled with pride as he smiled slightly and said, "Zifang, your words resonate with me. I wonder if Zi Yu dares to face me. It has been several months since we last parted, and after Zi Yu's crushing defeat under my Ocean's Secret, I am curious how today's battle will unfold."
Faced with Xiang Yu's aggressive demeanor, Ye Yang found himself in a difficult position. He leaned the Azure Soul Sword against the ground and replied calmly, "Xiang Yu, if you are willing to teach me, I certainly will not shy away from battle."
Zhang Liang laughed heartily and said, "In that case, that's wonderful! Both of you are unparalleled contributors to Your Majesty King Huai. Blades and swords have no eyes; it would be unfortunate to injure anyone. How about a Literary Duel instead?"
"What is a Literary Duel?" Xiang Yu asked.
Zhang Liang replied with a smile, "One side attacks while the other defends. Xiang Yu can strike first; if Ye Yang can catch it, he may counterattack with a strike of his own. Thus, we can alternate between offense and defense. Whoever falters first will be deemed the loser. This way seems fairer."
Ye Yang's gaze turned cold. "Who strikes first?"
Xiang Yu arrogantly declared, "Hmph! As the commander of the allied forces, I will not take advantage of you. I shall allow you the first strike—come at me!"
Ye Yang shook his head instead and said, "No need for that. I am no longer the Ye Yang of that day. Whatever means you have, bring them forth. Do not forget that this concerns those eleven divine artifacts!"
Fan Zeng stood up, cleared his throat, and leaned on his cane as he said, "Yuer, since Eastern General is so courteous, you should not refuse him. Go ahead; this Literary Duel is a good suggestion. I did not expect such talent under General Liu's command. The world says Zhang Zifang is unmatched and cunning; today I can witness it for myself."
Zhang Liang rose and cupped his hands in salute, smiling lightly as he said, "Senior overpraises me. I am merely a scholar with no worth; how could I possibly bear such a title?"
"Hmph!"
Fan Zeng chuckled but remained silent.
Ye Yang rested his hand on the sword hilt and looked at Fan Zeng. Suddenly reminded of the sins committed during the Yanmen County fire that claimed over two hundred thousand innocent lives, images of the horrific scenes flashed before him. In an instant, Ye Yang trembled all over; his gaze turned icy as murderous intent surged within him.
Fan Zeng also sensed Ye Yang's chilling killing intent. His cane trembled slightly in his hand, and his aged, murky eyes opened slightly. He discovered that Ye Yang was enveloped in Starlit True Qi, exuding a heroic aura, which left Fan Zeng feeling somewhat helpless. It was truly terrifying that this person was his enemy.
Xiang Yu, holding the Azure Dragon Halberd, noticed Ye Yang's unusual presence as well. He understood that this was the hatred between Fan Yafu and Ye Yang.
"Hmph!"
Xiang Yu turned and approached Fan Zeng, lowering his voice. "Father Ya, there's no need to panic. If that brat Ye Yang wants to kill you, I will never allow it. Rest assured, today, Ye Yang will surely die at the Hongmen Banquet. I will not let him escape!"
Fan Zeng's fingers trembled as he calculated for a moment before suddenly shuddering. "Yuer, I... I have deciphered the secrets of heaven throughout my life and know you have the bearing of an emperor. However... no matter how I calculate, I cannot deduce Ye Yang's origins or fate. In fact, among the stars in the sky, there isn't a single one belonging to him. This brat... where does he come from, and what will be his end? It remains a mystery. Yuer, do not underestimate Ye Yang; give it your all and kill him!"
"I understand!"
...
Returning to the arena, Xiang Yu's expression was stern as he held the Azure Dragon Halberd, coldly staring at Ye Yang.
"Come on!"
Ye Yang's Azure Soul Sword Blade hung low in his hand, flickering with flames. He knew very well that this was Zhang Liang's plan to kill two birds with one stone. The so-called Literary Duel meant mutual offense and defense, implying that even if one side emerged victorious, both would inevitably be left with wounds. From the aura, it was clear that Xiang Yu had also stepped into the Starry Sky Seventh Level realm, matching Ye Yang's strength. The final outcome would only be mutual destruction.
However, knowing this did not prevent Ye Yang from engaging in battle. Xiang Yu had already developed a killing intent towards him, and Ye Yang was also eager to take down the old thief Fan Zeng. Both harbored murderous intentions; this battle was unavoidable regardless of the outcome.
"Here it comes!"
Xiang Yu roared wildly as swirling energies of the Starry Sky Seventh Level surrounded him. Ocean's Secret emanated with a chilling presence as indigo energy enveloped the Azure Dragon Halberd. With a mighty thrust descending from above, he shouted, "Break!"
Ye Yang raised the Azure Soul Sword, his left hand covering the back of the blade as flames flickered. Beneath his feet, the Tai Chi patterns of the Void Technique coalesced, and a fierce aura surged forth, forming a shield to meet Xiang Yu's strike.
"Bang!"
With a thunderous sound, the force of their clash sent a strong wind that knocked several Soldiers off balance, even causing Chancellor Huai, who was watching from the platform, to fall to the ground. The confrontation between two Starry Sky Seventh Level powerhouses was truly astonishing. Fortunately, Ye Yang and Xiang Yu refrained from releasing their full strength outward; otherwise, a single blow could have turned the entire Hongmen Banquet into ruins.
"Clap, clap, clap..."
Xiang Yu staggered backward repeatedly, his breath slightly disordered. He could clearly sense that Ye Yang's power this time was far from ordinary; it had undergone a tremendous transformation since their last battle.
"It's my turn!"
Amidst the indigo energy fragments of Ocean's Secret, Ye Yang broke through like the wind, his Azure Soul Sword enveloped in intense flames. He descended like a celestial being, delivering a mighty strike with the Purgatory Flame Blade.
Xiang Yu raised his arm, positioning the Azure Dragon Halberd across his chest while channeling Ocean's Secret. He shouted fiercely, "Come on! Let this king see your strongest power!"
"Clang!"
The sound of the Azure Soul Sword resonated as it pushed Xiang Yu back. At the same time, Ye Yang was also forced to retreat several steps by the overwhelming recoil.
Xiang Yu laughed heartily as azure dragon patterns swirled around him, revealing the superior Martial Arts Manual of Ocean's Secret. The dragon patterns above the Azure Dragon Halberd surged like a true dragon, with indigo flames rising and making Xiang Yu appear as majestic as a deity. He lifted the Azure Dragon Halberd high and struck down with an overwhelming force.
"Swish!"
Ye Yang slid lightly on his feet, firmly standing his ground. Flames erupted around him as he entered the second realm of Fire God Transformation once more. With one hand raised, a dragon-shaped energy burst forth from the ground and coiled around the Azure Soul Sword. This was the essence of the Hidden Dragon Technique from the Wentiang chapter, summoning Dragon Soul to aid in defense; only this way could he withstand Xiang Yu's formidable strike!
"Boom!"
With a strike that changed the color of heaven and earth, this time, the Azure Dragon Halberd and the Azure Soul Sword did not even make contact; it was purely the collision of their power domains. Under the impact of flames and Ocean's Secret, the entire Hongmen Banquet trembled.
A group of lords turned pale, and even the generals under Liu Bang, such as Fan Kuai and Xiahou Ying, exchanged glances, unable to suppress their exclamations: "These two are incredibly strong..."
...
"Poof!"
With a sudden strike, the Azure Dragon Halberd infused with Divine Power pierced through Ye Yang's left arm, while Ye Yang similarly left a deep wound on Xiang Yu's chest with his Azure Soul Sword also infused with Divine Power.
"Clap, clap, clap..."
Retreating continuously, Ye Yang covered his wound, where a heart-wrenching pain radiated. The injury inflicted by Divine Power could not be healed with Starlight Power; such wounds could only be slowly treated with medicine and stones. This was also the reason why a Starry Sky Seventh Level expert surpassed those in the Stellar Realm.
Wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, Ye Yang felt his True Qi depleting rapidly. This was already the seventh strike; Ye Yang and Xiang Yu were fighting more desperately with each exchange. Naturally, this benefited Liu Bang and his group.
...
Xiang Yu held up the Azure Dragon Halberd, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth: "Ye Yang, what's wrong? Can't keep up?"
Ye Yang gritted his teeth: "You're the one who can't keep up!"
Xiang Yu: "..."
Looking at the few divine artifacts on the nearby table, the various lords and Fan Zeng were already eagerly anticipating. There had long been rumors in the martial world that whoever gathered all Twelve Divine Artifacts would obtain everything they desired in this world. Although no one knew exactly what their use was, the Twelve Divine Artifacts had become something everyone yearned for; otherwise, there wouldn't be so many disputes over them.
Xiang Yu pointed at the artifacts on the table and said with a smile, "We just need your Fire God Armor to gather eleven artifacts. It is said that a Fire God Helmet has fallen into Shura Mountain; finding it shouldn't be difficult. Ye Yang, to achieve my goal, you might have to risk your life today!"
Ye Yang replied bitterly, "Why not you risk your life instead?"
"Let's see who is stronger!" Xiang Yu shouted fiercely and charged forward again.
...
At that moment, suddenly, Xiang Yu's figure froze, and Ye Yang also halted in place. Yun Xiaoxi widened her small mouth and looked up at the sky.
The only possibility that could astonish several powerful figures like this was the appearance of someone even stronger!
...
In the sky, an old man dressed in gray robes hovered proudly in mid-air, standing on a blood cloud. He looked down at the Hongmen Banquet and chuckled, "What a splendid Hongmen Banquet; it seems Old Man hasn't arrived late!"
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