The palm strike of Chen Tian and the blade energy of Hei Mo’s hand blade clashed, an earth-shattering explosion resounded. Both Chen Tian and Hei Mo retreated simultaneously. In terms of strength, they were equal, but a closer observation revealed Chen Tian to be slightly more powerful. After all, being three heavens above Hei Mo was not to be underestimated.
Hei Mo gazed at Chen Tian’s surging killing intent, his heart having made a decision. He had to kill the opponent. How long had it been since the opponent left, and he had already gained such strength? Such a monstrous talent among humans must not be kept alive. Otherwise, when others awakened, it would be their time to die.
Hei Mo’s entire body was enveloped by Hei Mo Qi, which also covered him from head to toe. His entire being was clad in armor, and his aura surged. The initial probing between Chen Tian and Hei Mo concluded here. Hei Mo was about to get serious.
Chen Tian felt Hei Mo’s aura and said calmly, "Come on, I'll play with you for a while."
"Arrogant brat! I will send you to your death, your soul will never reincarnate!"
Killing intent surged like a sea, and behind Hei Mo, a sea of killing intent churned. It was evident how deeply Hei Mo wished to kill Chen Tian. He absolutely could not let Chen Tian live. Hei Mo was ready. Chen Tian merely shook his head, everything was within his calculations. Chen Tian’s current calculation ability was more than ten times what it was before. Chen Tian had calculated all possible outcomes of this battle, and he did not fear Hei Mo.
However, to resolve Hei Mo, Chen Tian knew he needed to take his time. Chen Tian had even calculated himself into the possibilities, considering various outcomes for himself. Hei Mo stepped forward, while Chen Tian stood his ground. When Hei Mo’s fist was three meters away, Chen Tian leaned back, and a beam of light flashed across his eyes. Chen Tian extended his index finger and pointed at the light. With a boom, Hei Mo was sent flying backward. Chen Tian did not let up this opportunity. He gathered nine-colored light and directly unleashed it. Facing Hei Mo’s mountain-like fists, Hei Mo's figure once again turned into gray mist, and Chen Tian’s attack missed again.
However, this was all within Chen Tian’s calculations. After missing with his fists, Chen Tian immediately spun around without hesitation, spread his arms, and then stood still.
Five seconds passed. Hei Mo’s fists collided with Chen Tian’s palms. Chen Tian’s palms turned into claws, followed by a waist-high sweep. His legs moved like sharp blades of light. Hei Mo’s combat awareness was not far behind; he immediately defended and simultaneously created distance from Chen Tian.
"Brat, you have some skill. You could predict my attack location several seconds in advance. You are very special. At least, no human I've fought had this ability. If you were to control the Three Scriptures, you might even reach the legendary realm. It's a pity that such a genius like you will fall into my hands today."
With fierce eyes, a ferocious face, and pitch-black pupils like a demon descending, his aura surged once more. His claws extended and grew on Hei Mo’s arms, and the black tiger claws descended, sharp and chilling.
Chen Tian felt a flicker of interest. After so many battles, this was the first time he had seen someone use tiger claws as a weapon. Chen Tian’s interest was piqued. He wanted to play a little longer.
His mind only needed tens of seconds to calculate all the results regarding the weapon. Chen Tian wielded dual blades, forged from Divine Ice and Divine Fire, infused with Dragon and Phoenix power. The Zhang Bie in the game was too trashy for Chen Tian now, shattering with a single blow. It was too rubbish; it was better to use elemental dual blades, which were far superior to that equipment.
Hei Mo and Chen Tian opened their eyes. Boom! The airwaves collided, and the two were evenly matched. At the same time, a blood-red tiger formed from killing intent appeared behind Hei Mo. The condensation of killing intent required endless slaughter. Chen Tian could not believe how many innocent beings this boss had killed.
Fury surged. The moment Chen Tian moved, both of them froze. Unbeknownst to them, their battle had ascended to the highest level of the void space. At the lowest level, the afterimages of their battle remained, mere shadows without consciousness.
Chen Tian's dual blades clashed with Hei Mo's tiger claws. Chen Tian gained the upper hand, while Hei Mo was in a state of passive defense. Chen Tian continuously attacked, and with each attack, his proficiency with the spear became more refined. Hei Mo knew Chen Tian was using him as a stepping stone, and he roared, "Brat, you dare use me as a practice dummy while fighting me? Die!"
Clearly, Hei Mo was enraged. A mere human, who dared not take their fight seriously and instead used him to practice spear techniques. This was unbearable. He wanted to kill Chen Tian.
Hei Mo’s tiger claws had always been retracted and clenched on his arms. Now, the tiger claws opened and retracted. Hei Mo had not launched a proactive attack, wanting to test the strength of Chen Tian’s weapons. However, one thing still shocked Hei Mo: Chen Tian was proficient in too many weapons. Initially, he used dual blades, now he was using a spear. Before, he had used shields, swords, and sabers. He had also used these weapons, and his mastery was not low. This young man before him must not be allowed to live, or their plans would be thwarted.
Chen Tian said indifferently, "Do it yourself, so I don't waste time."
"Huh?"
"Brat, what are you boasting about? You are at a disadvantage now. You should be the one begging for mercy."
The moment the tiger claws opened, Hei Mo switched to offense, and Chen Tian was on the defensive. Hei Mo had not understood Chen Tian's weapon proficiency before and had been passively defending. Now, in Hei Mo’s eyes, Chen Tian’s weapon proficiency was lower than his, and his combat experience was also insufficient, as evident from his spear techniques.
Chen Tian said coldly, "I originally wanted to play with you longer, but I don't want to waste any more time. I have other matters to attend to."
Chen Tian's figure shot through like a whisper, passing through Hei Mo’s body. A cavity appeared at Hei Mo’s heart, caused by the long sword piercing through it. Hei Mo gasped, "You... you, how could you..."
Before he could finish, he collapsed. Chen Tian heard the system's voice in his mind.
"Ding! Congratulations Player for completing the mission. Death Valley will return to its original state in the near future. Host's level has been upgraded to Nirvana Realm First Heaven."
"Ding! Congratulations Host for obtaining: 'Crimson Moon Divine Bow'."
"Ding! Congratulations Host for obtaining Martial Art: 'Divine Thunder Art'."
Chen Tian paid no mind to the system's announcement, only knowing that his realm was high enough to cross the sealing barrier.
Chen Tian could have killed Hei Mo in an instant, but he wanted to gauge his own strength, as practical combat was the best test. From the beginning, Chen Tian had not taken Hei Mo seriously.
Chen Tian's figure moved within Death Valley. After Chen Tian left, a figure running frantically appeared above Death Valley. With a frown, they roared, "Who? Who dared to kill one of my Five Protectors? I will tear you to shreds!"
"Not good, the plan has gone awry with the Adults. I need to inform them."