Chapter 524: Competition 3

It struck the Primordial Qi in an instant, causing it to vibrate violently and travel along with the Sound Waves.

‘This Cast Iron Hammer is a Magical Artifact, too?’

SWISH SWISH SWISH SWISH!!

While blowing the Black Whistle, Liu Tie wildly swung his iron hammer. He looked like a blacksmith furiously forging iron, but what he was hammering into shape now was the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi of the surrounding area.

If the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi was an ocean, then the Black Whistle stirred ripples in it. The Cast Iron Hammer, however, instantly turned the rippling surface into a ferocious, raging torrent.

Moreover, just as iron is forged into steel through repeated hammering, the surrounding Primordial Qi grew increasingly dense and powerful with each strike of the Cast Iron Hammer.

At this very moment, Ren Fei’s speed had slowed to a crawl. His body felt as if it were no longer under his control; every step forward was like pushing against monstrous waves.

‘He’s actually this strong?’

‘The two Magical Artifacts are actually working in tandem. And it’s not just the artifacts; to activate both to their peak simultaneously, his Primordial Qi must be terrifyingly strong.’

“Elder Jiang, using a Magical Treasure on the tournament stage is a bit dishonorable, isn’t it?”

Lv Xin Feng of the Rebirth Palace couldn’t help but speak up.

“Who said those are Magical Treasures? My disciple is exceptionally talented. Not only is his Primordial Qi abundant, but he was also born with the ability to multitask. Both of these weapons are his Lifebound Magical Artifacts.”

Jiang Shitai said with a chuckle, as if someone accusing his disciple of using a Magical Treasure wasn’t an insult, but a compliment.

Refining two Magical Artifacts during the Blood Strengthening realm, and with such power?

The crowd’s expressions froze for a moment. If this was true, then this person was indeed exceptionally talented in the way of Artifact Refining.

It seemed it would be difficult for Ren Fei to win this time. If he used “Infinite,” he might still have a chance, but using such a Forbidden Technique on the tournament stage would be going too far.

Trapped within the violent tide of Primordial Qi, Ren Fei struggled to move, yet there was no sign of despair in his eyes.

Although he hadn’t yet entered the Refining the Internal Organs realm after the battle in the Ghost City, he had not come away empty-handed either.

In an instant, his gaze became incredibly firm. The Primordial Qi around him suddenly condensed, and a jade-like light enveloped his body, pushing against the tide of Qi before erupting outwards!

This was a Sword Technique he comprehended after finding life in death during the battle at the Ghost City. It gathered all the Primordial Qi in his body, solidified it in an instant, and turned his very body into a sharp sword!

Combined Swordsmanship!!

SWOOSH!!

With a momentary, ultimate burst of power, he tore through the tide of Primordial Qi as a cold gleam of light flashed past.

At that moment, the smile on Liu Tie’s face froze. He twisted his body desperately, but it seemed too late to dodge. The Sword Light was about to slice across his side.

‘Crap!’

The expressions of the Elders present changed slightly. They could all see how powerful Ren Fei’s attack was. If he were truly struck by that Sword Light, it would be far more serious than a simple flesh wound.

However, before they could make a move, a flash of azure light suddenly flared up on Liu Tie’s body.

CLANG!!

Ren Fei’s Sword Light struck Liu Tie’s side, unexpectedly producing the sound of clashing metal. The wide, black cloth robes were torn apart by the Sword Light, but to everyone’s surprise, Liu Tie was actually wearing a piece of azure Soft Armor underneath.

A look of astonishment flashed through Ren Fei’s eyes. But without using “Infinite,” that last burst had exhausted all his Primordial Qi. A massive iron hammer came smashing toward him, and unable to react, his body went light as he was sent flying off the stage.

“Haha, my apologies for the spectacle, everyone. This is my disciple’s third Lifebound Magical Artifact.”

Jiang Shitai said, laughing heartily.

“Senior Brother Ren, thank you for letting me win. That last move was truly impressive. If I hadn’t held something back, I’m afraid my life would have been in danger. The experts of Heqing Dao have truly opened my eyes.”

“By the way, after I arrived at the South Mansion, I heard that there’s a senior brother in the Red Heart Sect of Heqing Dao who condensed Golden Fire while still in the Blood Strengthening realm. During the recent Ghost City incident, he completely dominated the competition, and his outstanding performance earned him widespread praise. I wonder if he’s present? I’d love for him to give me a lesson.”

Liu Tie said with a chuckle.