Chapter 1146: A Pearl Cast into Darkness

Ye Yuan was astonished!

The rise of a powerful figure must inevitably tread on the bones of countless geniuses.

Clearly, this Su Wo was a stepping stone on Jue Tian's path to the pinnacle.

However, though Su Wo died, his divine sword did not.

A million years later, the divine sword 'Ziya' and the divine sword 'Zhuxie' met again—a fated encounter.

Feeling the battle intent emanating from 'Zhuxie', Ye Yuan understood.

"Heh, since I have gained your recognition, how could I disgrace Senior Jue Tian? If he wants to fight, we shall grant his wish and let him know that even after a million years, he is still trash!" Ye Yuan said with a faint smile.

The Island Master of Tongtian laughed coldly upon hearing this: "Stop dreaming! Jue Tian could suppress Su Wo because his realm was on par with Su Wo's. But you are merely at the sixth level of Daoxuan!"

Ye Yuan smiled: "So what if I'm at the sixth level of Daoxuan? Enough to deal with you!"

The Island Master of Tongtian laughed uproariously: "Fine, then let me see if you truly have such skill!"

"Clang!"

The Island Master of Tongtian unleashed a sword beam, dazzling and brilliant—truly the might of a divine sword!

Ye Yuan's expression turned serious, and Zhuxie Sword shot forth.

"Boom!"

Two sharp sword energies clashed head-on, sending Ye Yuan flying backward.

The Island Master of Tongtian was at the peak Divine King realm in Yuan force, and wielding the divine sword 'Ziya', it was only natural that he overwhelmed Ye Yuan.

However, the Island Master of Tongtian let out a soft "Oh?" and said in surprise: "Your physical body has actually reached the late ninth stage—truly remarkable! Your divine soul is probably close to the Great Perfection realm, isn't it? Tsk tsk, once your Yuan force realm catches up and your essence, energy, and spirit unite, you might have a chance to break through to the supreme divine path! Oh, I almost forgot, your state of mind has also reached the Unity of Heaven and Man. Truly a rare genius! No wonder the Zhuxie Divine Sword chose you!"

That earlier strike, if it had hit an ordinary sixth-level Daoxuan cultivator, even one with Ye Yuan's strength, would have caused severe injuries from the immense impact.

But Ye Yuan, relying on his powerful physical body, the domineering 'Overlord Dragon Regeneration Art', and the highly defensive 'Black Tortoise Divine Body Art', only experienced a momentary surge of blood.

This scene could not help but astonish the Island Master of Tongtian.

However, Ye Yuan was equally astonished in his heart.

This Island Master of Tongtian seemed to know him quite well, even aware of his state of mind at the Unity of Heaven and Man.

This made Ye Yuan even more curious about the Island Master's identity.

"Who exactly are you?" Ye Yuan asked in a deep voice.

"Heh, once you defeat this 'trash' of mine, you will naturally know. But you certainly won't have that chance. Watch closely—this is 'Ziya's' ultimate move, Sword Shadow Follows!"

Before the words faded, the Island Master of Tongtian's figure suddenly vanished.

The next moment, a sword was already at Ye Yuan's throat.

This strike was incredibly fast, impossible to track with the eyes.

The name 'Sword Shadow Follows' was well-deserved!

However, with a "ding", 'Zhuxie' struck diagonally upward, precisely hitting the blade of 'Ziya'!

A tremendous force transmitted, and the Island Master of Tongtian felt his tiger's mouth shake, nearly losing his grip on the divine sword!

After taking the Steel-Tempered Bone Pill, Ye Yuan's physical body had smoothly broken through to the late ninth stage.

His immense strength, combined with the divine law force of the 'Zhuxie Sword Art', made even a single point strike unbearable for an ordinary Void Xuan expert!

This shock was no small matter!

Unlike Ye Yuan, the Island Master of Tongtian had not resonated with the 'Ziya' divine sword.

This step was not something just anyone could achieve.

However, the Island Master of Tongtian had obtained Su Wo's divine technique, practiced his divine inscriptions, and had already gained some initial insights.

This was why he could overpower Hei Meng and become the Great Island Master.

In terms of strength, the Island Master of Tongtian was already very close to the Ten Great Divine Kings!

Unfortunately, he had encountered Ye Yuan!

Ye Yuan's state of mind had reached the Great Perfection realm; no matter how fast his sword, it was not without trace.

Moreover, Ye Yuan possessed the pupil power of the Sun-Moon Heavenly Eye, making it effortless to track the Island Master's movements.

No matter how fast the Island Master of Tongtian was, he was only a Void Xuan expert, not yet reaching the divine path.

Ye Yuan responded to changes with constancy; no matter how fast his sword, it was useless!

"Impossible! How could he track my sword? This is a fast sword powered by divine law force!" The Island Master of Tongtian was shocked for the first time.

"Whoosh!"

The Island Master of Tongtian struck again!

Countless sword shadows followed like shadows, charging at Ye Yuan.

This was not a technique manifested; it was the Island Master's actual body.

But his speed was so incredible that countless afterimages were left across the sky.

"Ding ding ding..."

A series of crisp, pleasant sounds of metal clashing came, sparks flying.

The more he fought, the more shocked the Island Master of Tongtian became!

From start to finish, Ye Yuan stood there without moving, only continuously striking with his sword, again and again.

Yet, he simply could not surprise Ye Yuan, not even once!

Every move he made was completely under Ye Yuan's control.

When a fast sword is no longer 'fast', it is like having one's hands bound—how can one fight?

"Ding!"

Using the rebound force, the Island Master of Tongtian retreated, looking at Ye Yuan with a grave expression.

"The sword is good, but a pity you cannot unleash its power! Alas... a pearl cast into darkness!"

Ye Yuan sighed, and the Island Master of Tongtian's face turned green.

His sword let out a soft hum again, clearly unwilling to accept.

Meeting again after a million years, it was still going to lose to Zhuxie—how could it be reconciled?

"Alright, you've had your turn. Now it's mine!"

Ye Yuan's words made the Island Master of Tongtian's expression stiffen.

Before he could react, Ye Yuan's figure suddenly vanished!

The Island Master of Tongtian's pupils contracted sharply, and he exclaimed: "Great Teleportation!"

However, he had little time to be astonished; an extremely dangerous feeling surged into his heart.

But the Island Master of Tongtian had gained considerable insight into divine law, and he managed to track Ye Yuan's trace.

"Sword Intent Reaching the Divine!"

Ye Yuan's figure suddenly emerged from the void, thrusting straight at the Island Master's left rib!

The rib area was extremely difficult to defend; Ye Yuan's strike aimed to attack where he could not save himself.

With this strike, Ye Yuan infused divine essence, holding back no killing intent.

He had no intention of being merciful; no matter who the other party was, they must die!

However, the Island Master of Tongtian was stronger than Yun Xiao and was clearly not so easily killed.

"Boom!"

Ye Yuan's Zhuxie Sword was actually blocked!

The Island Master of Tongtian was driven back a hundred zhang, spitting out a mouthful of blood—he had suffered a great loss!

This strike missing did not surprise Ye Yuan.

An existence like the Island Master of Tongtian was not so easy to kill.

"Crack!"

At that moment, the Island Master of Tongtian's ferocious mask split in two, revealing a face Ye Yuan knew well.

Seeing this face, Ye Yuan frowned and said: "So it's you!"