Chapter 671
Fighting to the Last Moment
"Who are you?" the ghostly figure suddenly asked, his voice mixed with a hissing laugh.
Chen Ze gripped the Qingfeng Sword tightly and replied, "You're the one who should answer that question."
Just then, the ghost's body began to deform, growing larger and larger, like a moving dark mountain range.
The two immediately felt a pressure, as if they were being suffocated by this terrifying presence.
"Don't let it get close!" Tian Siyao suddenly shouted.
Suddenly, the jade sword in her hand emitted a dazzling light. At the same time, Chen Ze gritted his teeth and threw out the Five-Colored Pagoda.
The tower immediately emitted a multicolored light, which intertwined with the light of the jade sword to form a huge net of light that enveloped the deforming ghostly figure.
The ghostly figure let out a shrill scream, its body seemingly torn apart by an invisible force, before finally disappearing completely into the net of light.
Only then did their tense bodies relax slightly.
But they knew that there were definitely more unknown horrors and secrets hidden in this cemetery.
They exchanged a glance, gripped their magical artifacts tightly once more, and continued to venture deeper into the unknown territory of the cemetery.
“We have to be careful,” Chen Ze said, his eyes revealing an indescribable vigilance.
“Of course,” Tian Siyao replied, while also understanding that they might still have a long way to go before they were truly safe.
Just then, a whooshing sound came from behind.
The cold wind cut through her skin like a knife. The general, who had suddenly stood up, slashed Tian Siyao's arm with his longsword, and blood gushed out like blooming flowers.
The pain caused Tian Siyao's expression to change slightly, but she didn't cry out. She just bit her lip hard, almost until it bled.
"Siyao, are you alright?" Chen Ze asked anxiously, gripping the Qingfeng Sword in one hand and fixing his gaze on the terrifying general.
"I can still hold on, you go and deal with him!" Tian Siyao gripped the jade sword tightly in her hand, her tone revealing determination and indomitable spirit.
The general roared, as if mocking the two men's powerlessness. His gaze was as cold as ice, and his icy, sharp longsword danced once more, instantly transforming into a bolt of lightning as it hurtled straight at Chen Ze.
"Watch out!" Tian Siyao shouted. Chen Ze used the Yin-Yang Mirror to instantly see through the general's attack trajectory. He used the move "Qingfeng Po" and the Qingfeng Sword clashed with the longsword, sparks flying everywhere, almost illuminating the surrounding darkness.
The general's strength was extraordinary, and Chen Ze felt his arm go numb.
He clenched his teeth, unwilling to back down.
"Such immense power, but I cannot back down," Chen Ze silently told himself.
At this moment, Tian Siyao had already activated the Mind-Clearing Mantra, and a halo emanated from her body, instantly bringing a sense of peace to people's minds, as if all malice had been dispelled.
"Go, Jade Sword!" Tian Siyao swung the Jade Sword, and a beam of sword light slashed directly at the general.
The general was struck by the sword light and let out a painful roar.
But he was clearly not an opponent who would fall easily. With a swing of his longsword, a black aura blocked Chen Ze and Tian Siyao's path.
"We're trapped!" Tian Siyao's eyes grew increasingly serious.
"No, there's still a chance." A glint flashed in Chen Ze's eyes as he grabbed Tian Siyao's hand. "Do you trust me?"
“Of course,” Tian Siyao replied without hesitation.
Chen Ze took a deep breath, and the Qingfeng Sword in his hand emitted a faint green light. "Then follow me!"
The two clung tightly to each other. Chen Ze swung his sword and cleaved through the black mist. It was as if they had passed through a dark tunnel and rushed out.
The general glared at them fiercely, seemingly not expecting his tactic to fail.
"You won't have a chance this time!" Chen Ze shouted suddenly from his high position, unleashing a "Qingfeng Po" attack aimed directly at the general.
The general roared, preparing to retaliate, but was restrained by Tian Siyao's Mind-Clearing Incantation and the Jade Sword, rendering him unable to move.
The stone Chen Ze was holding flew out and struck the general directly on the head. The stone streaked across the night sky like a shooting star, sparking as it shattered instantly, but it silenced the general's roar abruptly.
At that moment, an expression of disbelief appeared on the general's face.
"How dare you..." The general's face turned ashen, his eyes burning like two raging flames.
Chen Ze showed no fear, instead letting out a cold smile.
He took the Water Dragon Pearl out of his pocket with his right hand, and a blue light burst forth instantly.
At this crucial moment, he chose this magical artifact.
Because he knew that water could extinguish fire, and the general happened to possess the power of fire.
"Siyao, run!" Chen Ze said, while confronting the general, he gestured to Tian Siyao to retreat.
Holding the jade sword in her hand, Tian Siyao's face was pale but her resolve remained firm. She knew that rather than staying and becoming a burden to Chen Ze, it was better to retreat for the time being.
"Break!" Chen Ze suddenly waved his hand, and the Water Dragon Pearl flew out, transforming into a water dragon that rushed straight towards the general.
The general swung his greatsword, trying to block the attack, but the water dragon instantly engulfed his flames, turning them into a mist that temporarily weakened his power.
Taking this opportunity, Chen Ze quickly ran to Tian Siyao's side and took out a piece of bright jade.
"This can restore your strength and heal your injuries."
Tian Siyao accepted the jade and emerald, a warm feeling welling up in her heart, understanding Chen Ze's good intentions.
The general finally broke free from the mist, his roar growing even more furious.
"You are asking for your own death!"
"Really?" Chen Ze smiled. "We're still doing quite well."
"If you want my life, then step over his dead body first!" Tian Siyao held the jade sword and stood shoulder to shoulder with Chen Ze. Her tone was resolute, like an insurmountable barrier.
The general was taken aback; the two young men, despite their vastly different strengths, showed no fear whatsoever.
He let out a low roar, and the flames within his body regrouped.
At this critical moment, a revelation came from the depths of Chen Ze's heart: perhaps, true power is not just about magical weapons or martial arts, but also about the indomitable courage and unwavering faith within one's heart.
"Siyao, are you ready?" Chen Ze asked in a low voice.
“It’s been prepared for a long time,” Tian Siyao replied.
The two took a deep breath and prepared to face the general's challenge once again.
Whatever the outcome, they are ready.
But they all knew that it was better to fight to the last moment than to wait for death.
In that instant, their eyes met, and it was as if the whole world froze.
That feeling was truly wonderful!
They all understood that only by uniting as one could they have a chance of survival.
At that crucial moment, Chen Ze's expression turned solemn, and a beautifully decorated but sturdy little shield—the Water Dragon Pearl—suddenly appeared in his hand.
The general brandished his cold iron sword, the tip drawing an arc in the air as he slashed down at Chen Ze with unstoppable force.
But at this critical moment, the Water Dragon Pearl emitted a stream of fresh water, forming an indestructible barrier.
"This opportunity was given to me by your inaction!" Chen Ze was shocked, and then he heard Tian Siyao's light footsteps.
Tian Siyao displayed elegant yet decisive skills, leaping up from the side with a clear water whip shaped like a stone spike in her hand.
The clear water whip shone with an emerald-like light in the air, instantly piercing the general's heart.
In an instant, the general's eyes filled with disbelief and fear, and his face gradually turned ashen. (End of Chapter)