Chapter 460: Chapter 394: Martial Arts Supreme
Cheng Poshan’s nickname was Thunderous Saber, and it was this Thunderous Saber Technique that earned him his formidable reputation.
He was also a prodigy, merging Kongtong Sect’s Thunderous Sound and Gale Blade Technique to create this Thunderous Saber Technique.
When he raised his long saber, it naturally reverberated with a thunderous hum. The saber’s hum was not just an immense force; it created endless variations through its continuous vibration.
Although the Thunderous Saber Technique appeared fierce and domineering, it was extremely exquisite internally.
Everyone present was an expert, and the moment Cheng Poshan made his move, they recognized his power.
Tao Zhengren was extremely nervous. Cheng Poshan was more powerful than he imagined. He feared that he wouldn’t last thirty moves against him.
Although Gao Xuan was agile, against Cheng Poshan, he might not gain any advantage. This was an open hall with no complex surroundings for Gao Xuan to maneuver.
He gripped the hilt tightly, waiting for a sign of defeat from Gao Xuan before stepping in to save him.
Tao Min and Tao Hui were even more tense, their fists clenched tightly.
But in battles of this level, no matter how anxious the two were, they were powerless to intervene.
Amidst the crowd, Cui Changqing also watched coldly. He knew Gao Xuan’s identity, and watching this kid spout nonsense in public filled his heart with disdain.
Cheng Poshan drawing his saber directly and taking action made him quite delighted. Now he just had to watch how this boy would be chopped to death publicly for betraying the Feihua Sect!
The crowd’s expressions varied, with most thinking that Gao Xuan’s situation was dire.
Gao Xuan took in everyone’s expressions, his inner strength having reached great achievements, and even without his sword, there was no one in this world who could rival him.
The Thunderous Saber was good, but just only good. It was still far from the top.
Gao Xuan even sensed, through the subtle connection of breath, the route of Cheng Poshan’s inner strength circulation, including the slight movements of muscles and bones throughout the body.
This was also because his internal strength had reached great success, unlocking a sliver of restriction in his spirit. Just this subtle change was enough to elevate him mentally above everyone in this realm.
Gao Xuan analyzed the various changes of the Thunderous Saber until the long saber slashed in front of him, and he floated backward with a sleeve flick.
Without moving his shoulders or legs, he seemed like a catkin dancing in the wind, or a fish gliding effortlessly in water, both light and soundless, yet nimble and graceful.
The long saber missed Gao Xuan by just three inches.
Everyone present was amazed at the wondrous art of Gao Xuan’s lightness skill. Facing the top expert of the Northwest, retreating this way seemed almost like showing off his lightweight skill.
Even though Gao Xuan appeared to retreat swiftly, it gave others a sense of ease and grace. In terms of lightness skill, it seemed he had reached the pinnacle.
Pei Tianyuan couldn’t help but look at Tao Zhengren, thinking that Gao Xuan’s lightness skill was too advanced, very different from what Tao Zhengren described.
Tao Zhengren was also very surprised, vaguely seeing shadows of the Fish and Dragon Hundred Transformations on Gao Xuan.
However, the body technique Gao Xuan exhibited seemed somewhat different from Fish and Dragon Hundred Transformations.
The Fish Dragon Transformation spoke of infinite variation. Gao Xuan’s lightweight skill was agile and graceful but lacked those unfathomable variations. It was completely different from his previous Flying Swallow Body Technique.
Tao Zhengren couldn’t quite understand, but he let out a sigh of relief. Just with this lightweight skill, Gao Xuan should be able to maneuver around with the opponent for a while.
The most uncomfortable was Cheng Poshan, whose strike missed. Gao Xuan’s flawlessly timed retreat made him feel uneasy.
Cheng Poshan was on high alert internally. No wonder this kid could kill He Bi; he really couldn’t be underestimated!
Realizing Gao Xuan’s skills, Cheng Poshan added two more degrees of fierceness to his strikes.
With a roar from Cheng Poshan, the entire hall seemed to shake. The surrounding spectators were startled and retreated in haste.
Yet Gao Xuan, facing Cheng Poshan, remained unaffected. He descended gracefully without causing a ripple.
The Thunderous Sound could not intimidate Gao Xuan. Cheng Poshan was unfazed as he continued to pursue Gao Xuan with his long saber.
Every time he swung the saber, he would let out a loud shout. The fierce long saber, paired with thunderous shouts, was of unparalleled power.
Gao Xuan moved with poise like an illusionary shadow amid the saber lights, always coming within mere millimeters of the blade edge, yet always evading it.
Those on the side watching were sweating in their palms.
Even if they were not siding with Gao Xuan in their hearts, the tense situation made them instinctively nervous.
Though Cheng Poshan was crude and impetuous in speech, his character was resolute and tenacious. Even as his long saber couldn’t touch Gao Xuan and he was losing ground, he remained unhurried.
His long saber grew faster and faster, a seamless spread of azure saber lights appeared. It truly felt like thunderbolts and lightning streaks across the sky, powerful and impressive.
Gao Xuan maneuvered within the saber light, like a swimming fish in water, or a bird gliding in the wind, exhibiting an elegant and graceful demeanor.
The crowd initially worried for Gao Xuan, but seeing him composed and elegant in such a critical moment turned their tension into admiration.
They began to believe more in Gao Xuan’s claim to be a disciple of the Celestial Dragon Swordsman.
After dozens of moves, Gao Xuan suddenly said, "The Kongtong Sect colludes with the Feihua Sect to traffic women and children. As a reputable sect, your actions are so vicious and despicable. You deserve to die..."
Cheng Poshan shouted, "Full of nonsense."
Cheng Poshan focused on executing his sword technique; he had no mind to debate with Gao Xuan. On the other hand, his inner strength was fierce, and he couldn’t speak in calmness and ease like Gao Xuan.
"Considering you’re a famous expert, I’ll give you a chance. Put down your saber and kneel to admit your mistake. I’ll spare you this once."
Gao Xuan said calmly, "If you persist in your folly, don’t blame me for acting on behalf of justice."
"With you!"
Cheng Poshan admitted Gao Xuan’s lightness skill was top-notch, but for him to boast about killing him made Cheng Poshan laugh heartily.
Taking advantage of Gao Xuan’s speaking, Cheng Poshan used his most proud killer move: Thunderous Ten Thousand Miles.
Under his inner strength’s urging, the long saber transformed into an expansive saber light, slicing through the sky like a thunderbolt.