"Dream on!"
Seven Forms Sect Main Peak Hall.
Yuan Zhongfei's shout rang out.
He was already hot-tempered, and upon hearing Shi Hui's words, he was the first who couldn't sit still. He slammed his hand on the table and stood up.
The Sect's hidden library was a core important area for any Sect.
The books inside were the accumulation of the Sect's many years.
Even they, as Courtyard Heads, couldn't casually study within it, so how could they allow outsiders to enter? This wasn't just a matter of face; there was also the risk of the Sect's secrets being leaked.
"Elder Shi, I'm afraid I cannot comply with this matter."
Ouyang Bing also spoke slowly at this moment, his voice rarely carrying a hint of firmness.
"It seems Sect Leader Ouyang means this matter is non-negotiable?"
The smile on Shi Hui's face vanished, and a faint, dangerous Aura emanated from his body.
"No need for such trouble. Among you, as long as someone can take one sword strike from me, this matter will be settled. If not, then obediently open your hidden library."
The one who spoke was Ouyang Lengshui, who had remained silent since entering the mountain.
He wore a white robe whiter than snow, held a long sword in his arms, and his face was expressionless, like a block of ice. However, when his eyes swept over the Seven Forms Sect members, they carried undisguised contempt.
"That's fine too. Sect Leader Ouyang, what do you think of my nephew's suggestion? If not, then I don't mind experiencing the Seven Forms Sect's high-level techniques."
Shi Hui's expression returned to calm, seemingly having anticipated this situation.
Ouyang Bing, however, furrowed his brows, his gaze falling on Ouyang Lengshui, who stood holding his sword. He then scanned the people in the hall and finally nodded slightly.
"Alright."
He knew that Ouyang Lengshui, who could become the Jianzi of the Tianxiang Sword Sect, possessed top-tier talent and Bloodline, far beyond ordinary people. But it was just one sword strike. His Seven Forms Sect also had many geniuses; they might not necessarily be unable to take one strike from the opponent.
The seven Courtyard Heads also exchanged glances and did not speak to stop him.
Seeing that both sides had agreed, Ouyang Lengshui stepped out with his sword in his arms, his gaze sweeping over the Seven Forms Sect Disciples before lowering again, seemingly not very interested.
"Who will come?"
He uttered two words, carrying undisguised boredom.
"I will."
A tall, thin man jumped out from behind Yu Zhao.
A cold Aura emanated from him, like a poisonous snake lurking in the shadows, ready to strike at any moment.
Spirit Snake Courtyard's first direct Disciple, Sun Xuan.
Spirit Snake Courtyard was ranked among the top of the seven courtyards. Although Lin Sheng hadn't spent much time in the Seven Forms Sect, he had heard of Sun Xuan's name.
He had stepped into the Bone Transformation Realm several years ago, and his strength was among the top three of the Seven Forms Sect's younger generation.
Sun Xuan cupped his hands towards the opposite side.
"Spirit Snake Courtyard's Sun Xuan requests guidance."
The matter of the beast mine in Pingshan County was originally handled by their Spirit Snake Courtyard. As the first direct Disciple of the courtyard, he naturally had to be the first to step forward.
Facing the top Genius in the entire Linjiang Prefecture, he knew in his heart that he was no match, but he believed that taking one sword strike from the opponent shouldn't be difficult.
"Guidance? You're not worthy."
However, Ouyang Lengshui just sneered coldly and spat out a rude remark.
"You... Then I shall experience your high-level techniques."
Sun Xuan felt a blockage in his chest, and his anger surged. He immediately unleashed his secret technique, his hands soft and boneless, the Spiritual Snake Vein Transformation Hand pushed to its limit.
"Spirit Snake Entwinement..."
He tapped his toes on the ground, his figure extremely agile, moving unpredictably as he rapidly darted towards the opponent.
"Scram."
However, Ouyang Lengshui didn't even bother to unsheathe his sword. Looking at the rapidly approaching figure, he just let out a low shout.
The shout was low, and the sound wasn't particularly loud, but upon reaching the ears, it felt like an explosion.
Lin Sheng only felt a brief ringing in his ears, which quickly passed. But Sun Xuan, who bore the brunt of it, wasn't so simple. His figure, which was charging forward, immediately stopped and he stumbled backward, finally sitting on the ground, his face pale, lips purple, and eyes vacant.
"Xuan'er!"
Yu Zhao immediately stood up and helped up Sun Xuan, who was lying on the ground. After a while, he finally regained consciousness, but there was a hint of fear in his eyes as he looked at Ouyang Lengshui.
That low shout just now had left a trauma in his mind. If he couldn't overcome this mental hurdle, he might not even have the courage to attack the opponent in the future.
"What a powerful Sound Sword! I didn't expect Gongzi Ouyang to have cultivated the Sound Sword to such a level. My Spirit Snake Courtyard admits defeat..."
Yu Zhao spoke slowly, his face looking grim.
"Sound Sword?" Lin Sheng's heart stirred. He could see that what Ouyang Lengshui had used just now was indeed a sound wave attack method. It was the first time he had encountered a sound wave technique. He didn't expect the Tianxiang Sword Sect to have such a method, and its power seemed quite impressive.
At least here, it was very impactful.
The sword wasn't even unsheathed, just a low shout was enough to make the opponent lose the will to resist.
No, it wasn't just a simple sound wave attack. It seemed to contain some effect that targeted the mind.
He quickly thought of something, associating it with the feeling he had just experienced.
One should know that Sun Xuan was not a weakling.
Although he was still in the first stage of the Bone Transformation Realm, he was a genuine Bone Transformation Martial Artist. Being able to defeat him with a single roar was not something a simple sound wave technique could achieve.
Facing Ouyang Lengshui, Sun Xuan already knew he was no match, and his momentum was inherently weaker by three points.
Coupled with the sudden dual attack on his mind and by sound waves, he appeared so vulnerable.
The hall was somewhat silent at this moment. No direct Disciples rashly stepped forward, after all, no one wanted to end up as miserably as Sun Xuan just did.
Of course, this situation didn't last too long. This was the Seven Forms Sect's territory; they couldn't afford to lose face like this.
Just as Wei Yun couldn't help but want to step forward.
"I'll come."
A deep voice rang out, and a burly man like an iron tower stepped forward.
The man was powerfully built, his muscles bulging, and his skin was dark, like black iron.
At first glance, he was a Martial Artist skilled in defense and strength.
"White Elephant Courtyard's Wang Changhai requests guidance."
White Elephant Courtyard's chief Disciple, Wang Changhai.
Lin Sheng naturally recognized the opponent; he was Lu Tie's Senior Brother.
He was a Master who had already entered the second stage of the Bone Transformation Realm, his strength slightly stronger than Sun Xuan, ranking among the top two within the Sect.
Lin Sheng glanced at the White Elephant Courtyard Head.
He saw that the other party's expression was calm, clearly indicating that Wang Changhai stepping forward was also his intention.
After Ouyang Lengshui displayed his ability just now, no one dared to rashly step forward. Calculating, the only one with real confidence was this highly skilled Disciple of the White Elephant Courtyard.
The Bai Xiang Zhen Yue Gong (White Elephant Mountain-Suppressing Skill) cultivated by the White Elephant Courtyard was undoubtedly ranked first among the Seven Forms Sect's seven true skills in terms of defense and strength.
Upon achieving great success in cultivation, it was even comparable to some defensive Spirit Beasts.
Seeing Wang Changhai step forward, a cold smile appeared on Ouyang Lengshui's face, seemingly piquing his interest slightly.
He took the long sword from his arms but did not unsheathe it. He held the sheathed sword level, and a sharp Aura already emanated from it.
Seeing the opponent not unsheathe his sword, being so arrogant, a hint of anger appeared on Wang Changhai's face.
His talent and Bloodline were good and highly compatible with the Bai Xiang Zhen Yue Gong (White Elephant Mountain-Suppressing Skill). The power of this skill in his hands was much stronger than that of ordinary Disciples.
Among the younger generation in the Seven Forms Sect, he was almost the number one figure.
Naturally, he also had his arrogance. Seeing the opponent's demeanor at this moment, he immediately let out a low shout.
The secret technique had already been unleashed. A faint white light appeared on his already large body, and a heavy Aura like a mountain emanated from his entire being, also like the violent power unleashed by a giant elephant's roar.
"Giant Elephant Collapses the Heavens..."
With a roar, Wang Changhai charged towards Ouyang Lengshui like a powerful Spirit Beast.
"Hmph... Interesting, but unfortunately still too weak."
Seeing this scene, a cruel smile appeared on Ouyang Lengshui's face. The extremely sharp Aura around his body suddenly converged, gathering on the long sword in his hand.
A faint golden light appeared on the sheathed long sword. Although the golden light was very weak, looking at it gave one a feeling of being pricked, like needles in one's back.
"Not good!"
Ouyang Bing, who was seated above, his face suddenly changed, and he was about to stand up.
However, it was already too late. The golden light on the long sword had already shot out. The weak golden light, only the size of a finger, went straight for Wang Changhai's face. Wang Changhai also realized something and raised his hands to cross and block in front of him.
However, the weak golden light only paused slightly before continuing its momentum, piercing through the white light on Wang Changhai's body, then his hands, then his face, and finally bringing out a string of blood flowers as it pierced through the hall.
At this moment, Wang Changhai's eyes were wide open, and a penetrating blood hole had appeared between his eyebrows. Blood spurted out, and his face still held a look of disbelief.
The next moment, his strong body heavily fell to the ground.
Even a powerful Martial Artist in the Bone Transformation Realm, suffering such a fatal injury, had absolutely no chance of survival.
However, no one in the hall could have imagined that Wang Changhai, one of the top-ranked members of the Sect's younger generation, would die just like that.
"Changhai..."
The White Elephant Courtyard Head stood up abruptly, his eyes splitting with rage, and immediately held up Wang Changhai, but it was only a corpse.
"Shi Hui!!"
Ouyang Bing roared.
He shattered the table in front of him with a single palm strike.
He usually had good self-control, but seeing his direct Disciple tragically die on the spot like this, he couldn't suppress the anger in his heart.
"Sect Leader Ouyang, why be so angry? Sparring and fighting are inherently dangerous, and casualties are unavoidable."
Shi Hui's face also showed some surprise, seemingly not having expected this outcome, but he quickly chuckled and spoke to comfort him.
Before Ouyang Bing could say anything more, Ouyang Lengshui below the hall had already sneered.
"Blame yourself for being too weak. I originally thought it would be interesting, but I didn't expect it to be so fragile, truly boring."
"Ouyang Lengshui!!"
Hearing this, the anger in the White Elephant Courtyard Head's heart could no longer be suppressed.
"What? You have an opinion? Old man, then it's your turn."
Ouyang Lengshui raised his eyebrows, the tip of his sword pointing at the White Elephant Courtyard Head, Lu Gang.
"You're seeking death!"
Seeing this, Lu Gang could no longer hold back. He placed Wang Changhai's corpse aside and tore off his clothes.
"Then I, Lu, shall experience the high-level techniques of the Tianxiang Sword Sect."
As the White Elephant Courtyard Head, Lu Gang was already over 70 years old at this time, but his strength was a genuine fifth stage of the Bone Transformation Realm. He was a Master who had cultivated the Bai Xiang Zhen Yue Gong (White Elephant Mountain-Suppressing Skill) to the great success stage, and besides the Bai Xiang Zhen Yue Gong (White Elephant Mountain-Suppressing Skill), he had also dabbled in the true skills of the other few forms.
His strength ranked third among the seven Courtyard Heads within the Sect.
"Less nonsense. I hope you're not as weak as those two just now."
Ouyang Lengshui was the first to pull open his sword sheath, revealing the long sword in his hand, which was entirely bluish-gold in color.
"Lengshuang Sword."
The moment she saw this long sword, Xie Qingyun seemed to remember something.
"Lengshuang Sword?" Wei Yun asked, somewhat confused.
"The Tianxiang Sword Sect has nine famous swords, which are rare divine weapons. This famous sword, Lengshuang, is one of them. I didn't expect this Ouyang Lengshui to be granted this sword."
Xie Qingyun clenched her fists and said in a deep voice.
"Master, even so, with Courtyard Head Lu personally taking action, this Ouyang Lengshui shouldn't be his opponent."
Wei Yun said.
"Senior Brother Lu's strength is very strong. Even with the famous sword Lengshuang, it shouldn't be a big problem." Xie Qingyun spoke slowly, but her clenched hands revealed that her heart was not as calm as her words suggested.
Lin Sheng's gaze swept over Wu Xing Sword Shi Hui, only to see that he had no intention of speaking to stop him, clearly having great confidence in Ouyang Lengshui.
This made Lin Sheng's heart sink.
Given the opponent's demeanor, Ouyang Lengshui's strength was probably much stronger than expected.
It was probably not easy for Courtyard Head Lu to win.
As he thought this, the situation was indeed as he had expected.
Holding the famous sword Lengshuang, the sharp power emanating from Ouyang Lengshui at this moment was more than one level stronger than before. His figure constantly weaved through the hall like a streaking light.
The Lengshuang Sword brought out a series of sword shadows that landed on Lu Gang's body.
The white light emanating from Lu Gang's body had extremely strong toughness.
The sword shadows pierced through the white light, landing on his skin, but only leaving a shallow wound, not even considered a superficial injury.
"Where are you running? Giant Elephant Collapses the Heavens!"
Finally, Lu Gang seized an opportunity and unleashed a double punch directly at the opponent's chest.
Ouyang Lengshui blocked with his long sword, but the Giant Strength unleashed by the double punch sent his body flying backward. He landed on the ground and retreated several steps before stopping.
His previously snow-white robe and Elegant appearance now had a bit of disarray.
Ouyang Lengshui's face immediately turned cold, as if being repelled was something he considered unacceptable.
He shook the long sword in his hand, golden light gathered on it, covering the entire sword.
"Formless Sword Qi!"
Facing the charging Lu Gang, he let out a cold snort. The next moment, the long sword actually disappeared.
Before Lu Gang could react to what was happening, a chilling coldness came from his neck, making the hairs on his entire body stand on end.
Without any hesitation, he immediately retreated, but it was too late.
A golden light abruptly appeared from his neck, directly scraping away more than half of his neck muscles. Also penetrated were his left shoulder and his entire left arm.
"Ah!"
Lu Gang cried out in pain, his large body already falling backward.
"Senior Brother Lu!"
Xie Qingyun immediately stepped forward to help Lu Gang up. She quickly took out a healing treasure medicine from her pocket and put it into his mouth, while also circulating her energy to heal him.
Only then did Lu Gang save his life. However, although his life was saved, the meridians in his body had been largely destroyed by a large amount of sharp Sword Qi with devastating force. He could not escape the result of severe injury. Even if he could recover, he probably wouldn't be able to make any further progress.
"Shi Hui..."
Seeing this scene, Ouyang Bing could no longer sit still. His figure instantly appeared below the hall, and a chilling Killing Intent emanated from his body.
"Ouyang Bing, it's just sparring. Could it be that you, the Seven Forms Sect Leader, want to personally step down? If you're interested, then I, Shi, will play with you."
Shi Hui's figure appeared below the hall almost simultaneously, standing opposite Ouyang Bing.