Hu Yiming had gone mad. Lin Dong's death instilled fear in him, and Ma Hongjun's strength far exceeded his expectations.
Ma Hongjun wasn't worried about dealing with two Soul Emperors; his concern was whether reinforcements would arrive. After all, this was Star Luo City, and the Tiger Soul Blade family was a local power.
But there was no turning back now; the battle had to continue.
The Tiger Soul Blade slashed down again, its azure light exuding a powerful sharpness.
Ma Hongjun unleashed his golden spear once more, engaging in fierce combat.
Rong Xing joined the fray. At this moment, Rong Xing resembled a rock giant; his strength had increased significantly, possessing not only formidable defense but also considerable power.
Rong Xing's power carried immense destructive force, forcing Ma Hongjun to pay close attention. The defenses of the Flood Dragon Scales were unlikely to withstand such power; the destructive force would be transmitted through the scales into his body.
Ma Hongjun could no longer afford to focus on healing; the wound on his chest was still bloody, causing him intense pain.
However, the power of the Dragon Soul Spear was evident at this moment. Neither the Tiger Soul Blade nor the lava rock could withstand the sharpness of the spear tip. Each thrust dimmed their martial souls.
Hu Yiming was starting to get anxious. Looking at the other side, Hu Erming still hadn't captured Zhu Zhuqing.
"Erming, don't hold back!"
"Rong Xing, go help Erming."
Hu Yiming ordered repeatedly. His current plan was for the two of them to control Zhu Zhuqing and then threaten Ma Hongjun.
Rong Xing immediately withdrew from the battlefield and went to help Hu Erming.
Ma Hongjun understood their tactic of attacking Wei to rescue Zhao, wanting to capture Zhu Zhuqing and make him hesitate to act.
Ma Hongjun accelerated his Phoenix Playing with a Hundred Birds movement technique, trying to stop Rong Xing.
With Zhu Zhuqing's strength, dealing with one person was already her limit. If Rong Xing went over, Zhu Zhuqing would have a hard time dealing with him.
Hu Yiming's ability to become the new generation of genius in the Hu family must be due to his extraordinary abilities. His swordsmanship was extremely sharp, and he had created his own unique skill,
the Swallowing Ring Azure Light Slash.
Hu Yiming's six spirit rings lit up one after another, yellow, purple, and black, their light overlapping to make the azure light on the Tiger Soul Blade exceptionally intense.
This was a skill similar to ring fusion, but it simply concentrated the power of the other spirit rings into a single spirit skill.
Completely covered in azure light, the Tiger Soul Blade became even sharper, its speed more than doubling.
"Six Shadow Azure Light Slash!"
Hu Yiming had gone mad; the bright spirit rings surged with spirit power, and six azure blades of light, like wind blades, swept towards Ma Hongjun.
Ma Hongjun's gaze sharpened, forcing him to halt his charge towards Rong Xing and instead confront the six blades of light.
"Hundred Birds Ringing the Phoenix!"
The Dragon Soul Spear swung wildly in his hand, forming a dark golden shield centered on Ma Hongjun.
"Clang clang clang clang clang!"
Six crisp metallic sounds rang out, and Ma Hongjun's body trembled. The wound on his chest widened, with six shallow knife marks around it.
Indeed, a Soul Emperor was not so easy to deal with.
Hu Yiming's Six Shadow Azure Light Slash was his strongest technique, its momentum reaching its peak, encompassing not only the blade but also light slashes.
Ma Hongjun's Dragon Soul Spear offered strong and comprehensive defense, but it could only block the blade's edge, not the light slash.
After unleashing this move, Hu Yiming's aura noticeably weakened; his soul power was nearly depleted.
A bright green light shone from Ma Hongjun's chest, his fifth soul ring lit up, and the green dark patterns on the Dragon Soul Spear were activated. Invisible currents gathered between heaven and earth, transforming into soul power after being processed by the Dragon Soul Spear to replenish Ma Hongjun's body.
Hu Yiming had initially focused all his efforts on Zhu Zhuqing, showing no mercy. He had initially hesitated, harboring feelings of chivalry, and had always harbored feelings for Zhu Zhuqing.
However, Ma Hongjun's killing of Lin Dong forced him to harden his heart; if Ma Hongjun continued his rampage, their lives might be in danger.
Ma Hongjun licked his lips; his eyes were now red.
Hu Yiming wanted to press his advantage and severely injure Ma Hongjun, denying him time to heal. However, he was unaware that Ma Hongjun, having used his fifth soul skill, had forcibly stabilized his injuries. The
wooden spear's penetrating and attack power were weak, but its strength was considerable. Therefore, Ma Hongjun didn't choose to thrust at Hu Yiming's Tiger Soul Blade, as wood attribute was inherently countered by it.
So, Ma Hongjun used this violent attack.
"Spear Hammer!"
The green Dragon Soul Spear slammed down on Hu Yiming head-on, and Hu Yiming raised his blade to block.
"Bang!"
The powerful force directly knocked Hu Yiming to his knees.
Compared to Ma Hongjun, who possessed wood attribute recovery, Hu Yiming's soul power was depleted more.
The Dragon Soul Spear swept across again, knocking the kneeling Hu Yiming away.
Ma Hongjun didn't pursue Hu Yiming further but instead went to help Zhu Zhuqing.
At this point, Zhu Zhuqing was already injured. Under the siege of Hu Erming and Rong Xing, Zhu Zhuqing gradually became exhausted. Although she kept using her speed to dodge, maintaining high-speed movement still caused her soul power to gradually weaken.
Rong Xing blocked Zhu Zhuqing's retreat in advance, and Hu Erming's blade was already chasing from behind, about to injure Zhu Zhuqing.
"Be careful!"
Ma Hongjun shouted, his heart in his throat. Zhu Zhuqing was not him; she had no defensive capabilities. If this blade hit, she would either die or be maimed.
It was too late. At this distance, Ma Hongjun couldn't possibly block the blade for her.
"Spear Control!"
The Dragon Soul Spear flew out, catching up with Zhu Zhuqing at high speed.
Hu Erming's blade struck the Dragon Soul Spear, but the spreading blade edge was beyond what the Dragon Soul Spear could completely block, and Zhu Zhuqing was still injured. A
purplish-red light erupted from Ma Hongjun's body, and a pair of seven-colored wings unfurled, instantly increasing his speed.
Huo Ying flew over and caught Zhu Zhuqing as she fell from mid-air. Zhu Zhuqing had a deep wound on her back. Fortunately, the Dragon Soul Spear blocked most of the force; otherwise, this blade would have been enough to cut Zhu Zhuqing in two.
Ma Hongjun placed his hand on his chest and abdomen, and a ball of green light condensed in his hand.
Ma Hongjun swiftly channeled green light into Zhu Zhuqing's body, temporarily stabilizing her injuries.
In a short time, Hu Yiming and his two companions charged forward again.
Ma Hongjun was now in a frenzy. He flapped his wings, retreating rapidly before setting Zhu Zhuqing down.
"You will all die!"
Ma Hongjun's voice ripped through the air. He was now completely enveloped in flames, and a high-pitched phoenix cry echoed through the night sky.
Hu Yiming and his companions stared in shock at Ma Hongjun.
"Twin Martial Souls!"
Ma Hongjun charged forward, his Dragon Soul Spear covered in purple flames.
Most chillingly, a golden dragon soul coiled around the Dragon Soul Spear.
Dragon shadow, phoenix body!
Ma Hongjun had gone berserk.
Hu Erming, who was closest, took two steps back in fear, but Ma Hongjun gave him no time to think. A simple yet domineering spear thrust forward.
Hu Erming blocked with his sword, but it was no match for the Dragon Soul Spear. The moment his Tiger Soul Blade made contact with the spear, it was pierced into his body.
With unstoppable force, the spear tip pierced Hu Erming's chest in an instant.
"Explode!"
Ma Hongjun roared, and Hu Erming's entire body exploded, turning into snowflakes.
He didn't even have time to scream.
"No, no, this is a demon!"
Rong Xing's eyes were glazed over; this horrific scene made him lose control of his body, a warm current flowing down his thigh.
"Run!"
Hu Yiming shouted, then turned and fled.
(End of Chapter)