Chapter 413

Lin Shanshan's heart tightened, feeling quite surprised.

"Unlike Ning Zhuo performing the Root Vine Entanglement technique is much faster than before!"

She had been confined for a period of time, and although she had seen the projection of the battle between Unlike Ning Zhuo and Hua Guzi, since then, Unlike Ning Zhuo and Hua Guzi had often sparred in the martial arts arena, and his ability to cast spells had made much progress.

However, the Linghu Jiu who was entangled suddenly dissipated faintly.

Subsequently, he appeared out of thin air seven steps forward.

Wood-element spell—Empty Shadow of the Virtual Bamboo!

Linghu Jiu smiled faintly: "Younger brother Unlike Ning Zhuo, it's not just you who can use Wood-element spells."

In the Myriad Medicine Gate, there were dozens of enlightenment diagrams related to Five Elements spells; when Unlike Ning Zhuo chose Wood-element enlightenment diagrams with Lin Shanshan's help, he also chose three from over a dozen.

The Myriad Medicine Gate configured ten thousand types of herbs and had deep research into Five Elements spells. This was because using Five Elements means could transform the environment and simulate the most suitable growth environment for all kinds of herbs.

As the senior brother of the Myriad Medicine Gate, Linghu Jiu was adopted by Lin Bufan from a young age and raised, naturally mastering a variety of spells.

Linghu Jiu held his sharp sword and continued to charge toward Unlike Ning Zhuo.

Unlike Ning Zhuo retreated continuously, his magic power rising, and he pushed with both palms.

Wood-element spell—Pine Waves and Emerald Surges.

The sound of pine waves suddenly arose, and the emerald light surged away like a giant wave.

The smile on Linghu Jiu's face faded slightly, and his whole body suddenly emitted a green light like jade, tough and stable.

Wood-element spell—Bamboo Joint Green Toughness!

Relying on this spell, Linghu Jiu forcibly withstood the pine waves, his whole person like a sharp sword, piercing through the emerald surges, continuing to close the distance between himself and Unlike Ning Zhuo.

He also knew many of Unlike Ning Zhuo's intelligence reports, knowing that the latter was good at spell attacks, and close combat was only developed recently.

There was no way around it; when Lin Shanshan accompanied Unlike Ning Zhuo for practice, she was in high spirits and often told these things to her senior brother when she delivered meals to Linghu Jiu.

Although the Linghu Jiu at this moment was only a projection, he also left behind many memories of Linghu Jiu's true self.

Seeing that two consecutive spells could not suppress his opponent, Unlike Ning Zhuo felt suppressed in his heart.

He quickly estimated that the remaining time and space were only enough for him to perform one last spell; how to choose was a key point.

Wood-element spell—Arrival of the Tree World!

He still chose the "Arrival of the Tree World" he was most familiar with; this spell was both offensive and defensive, and it was truly his favorite.

So the next moment, ancient trees towered into the sky, one after another rapidly growing up, and countless branches and vines like snakes and pythons entangled toward Linghu Jiu from all directions.

Unlike Ning Zhuo stood in a crown of trees that was dense to the extreme, looking down at Linghu Jiu.

The "Arrival of the Tree World" spell was truly practical; relying on this Wood-element spell, he transformed the battlefield and possessed the geographical advantage.

Of course, there was nothing perfect in this world.

The relatively large flaw of the "Arrival of the Tree World" lay in the consumption of magic power.

Compared to the previous two spells, its consumption was fifty times that of "Root Vine Entanglement" and more than ten times that of "Pine Waves and Emerald Surges."

Unlike Ning Zhuo only had the cultivation of the early Foundation Establishment stage; if it were an ordinary cultivator, maintaining the "Arrival of the Tree World" technique would be quite difficult, and at most, after a dozen breaths, their magic power would be exhausted.

But Unlike Ning Zhuo's Five Elements Qi Rhythm Art was a top-tier method of the three sects, very excellent, with Five Elements magic power clearly distinct and capable of mutual conversion. This was what gave Unlike Ning Zhuo the qualification to perform this spell and engage in actual combat.

"How much has this brat Unlike Ning Zhuo grown in combat power since we last met?" Watching the battle to this point, Zhu Xuanji could not help but feel a shock in his heart.

He also had a deep understanding of Unlike Ning Zhuo.

In the struggle for the Molten Immortal Palace and the battle at Mount Wuyin, he had never seen Unlike Ning Zhuo perform such a powerful Wood-element spell.

"Could it be that this is what he practiced and gained during his time in the Myriad Medicine Valley?"

Zhu Xuanji's gaze flickered: "The Child of Tribulation truly cannot be judged by common sense!"

Linghu Jiu was placed in the forest of ancient trees, falling into a siege.

His momentum was finally curbed by countless tree roots and branches.

Linghu Jiu defended with his sword while operating his magic power, ready to strike.

The sharp sword in his hand danced, dancing a brilliant sword flower, with which he cut off tree roots and shredded branches.

He temporarily broke out of the siege, saw the battlefield clearly, identified Unlike Ning Zhuo's direction, and suddenly performed a spell.

Water-element spell—Green Water Surrounding.

Magic power was consumed, turning into a wave of green water, surrounding Linghu Jiu.

This spell was both offensive and defensive, and could assist Linghu Jiu in maneuvering, carrying him to charge toward Unlike Ning Zhuo.

Most of the entangled roots and vines were washed away and neutralized by the green water.

Unlike Ning Zhuo naturally would not sit and wait for death.

Wood-element spell—Blooming of the Life-Taking Flower!

The next moment, a large number of flower buds grew on the vines and tree roots one after another.

These flower buds grew in size with the wind after one breath. After the second breath, they bloomed one after another.

The vines and tree roots were drained of magic power and withered instantly.

But the flowers detached from the tree vines and danced all over the sky.

The flower petals were extremely sharp, like thousands of hidden weapons, shrouding Linghu Jiu.

This Wood-element spell was taught by Hua Guzi. It could be used on the basis of the "Arrival of the Tree World," increasing combat power several times over.

Linghu Jiu knew it was formidable and finally did not dare to block it hard; he gave a light shout and used a new method.

Water-element spell—Three Turns in One Wave.

The green water surrounding him was infused with magic power, and the amount of water suddenly increased threefold.

The green water assisted Linghu Jiu, the momentum of the charge intensified, and he suddenly turned his direction, charging toward the ground, avoiding a large amount of the petal rain.

Unlike Ning Zhuo's eyes flashed with essence, controlling the petal rain at all times, pursuing Linghu Jiu relentlessly.

Countless petals of red and pink intersected, flowing endlessly between the dark brown tree trunks and the lush branches and leaves, which was quite beautiful. And the sharp offensive contained in this beautiful scenery made Linghu Jiu exhausted to get rid of it, making the watching Lin Shanshan nervous to the point of holding her breath.

Linghu Jiu, with green water around his body, hit the ground directly because the momentum of the charge was too fierce.

The second turn.

Linghu Jiu's direction turned abruptly, slanting upward.

The petal rain behind him whistled continuously, shooting into the open space, piercing through the entire tree roots and turning them into a deep pool of pink.

The remaining petals were less than thirty percent, because they stayed at the very back, they were preserved instead.

"Must transfer." Unlike Ning Zhuo controlled the petal rain to continue the pursuit while beginning to brew another method.

His sparring with Hua Guzi had quite fruitful results.

Nowadays, he was already able to maintain one spell while using his mind for two purposes, and then start another spell. Wood-element spell—Fragrant Flower Lost Track!

Unlike Ning Zhuo's figure disappeared on the spot, leaving only the scent of flowers and a few petals.

Linghu Jiu missed.

The petal rain, however, killed its way over.

The third turn.

He exhausted the last turn and rushed straight into the high sky, overlooking the entire battlefield.

Seeing Unlike Ning Zhuo dodge, Lin Shanshan felt sour in her heart and could not help but think: "How many more spells did Hua Guzi teach Unlike Ning Zhuo? Did she teach him all these signature spells?"

"The two were clearly enemies before."

"Hmph. Hua Guzi, this vixen! And Unlike Ning Zhuo... this big head is simply too eager to learn!"

She also secretly evaluated the battle situation.

The Wood-element and Water-element spells possessed by Linghu Jiu were both offensive and defensive, and he was proficient in maneuvering. Although Unlike Ning Zhuo only performed Wood-element spells, he was the same. If the two continued to fight like this, it would inevitably be a war of attrition and a tug-of-war.

It would depend on the magic power reserves of both sides.

From this point of view, Linghu Jiu occupied the advantage. But Unlike Ning Zhuo himself was not without elixirs; if he really wanted to keep taking medicine to continue his strength, he could also engage in a longer confrontation.

"Apart from this, it would be a mistake by one of the two sides in the battle, which would lead to a sudden change in the battle situation."

Unlike Ning Zhuo and Linghu Jiu naturally knew the direction of the battle situation that Lin Shanshan deduced.

Linghu Jiu hung high in the sky and said loudly: "Younger brother Unlike Ning Zhuo, this is a sparring match, not involving life, so it might be better to be wild and direct. If we stay in a stalemate, it would not be beautiful."

After all, great cultivators like Lin Bufan and Shen Lingshu were all watching the battle.

Unlike Ning Zhuo nodded, thinking that his trip was to explore the Linlang Reflection Wall, and the battle with Linghu Jiu was just a prelude, so he responded: "Brother's words are reasonable; this younger brother will respectfully comply."

Although he sent out the words, his true self remained hidden.

Linghu Jiu laughed: "Younger brother, receive this move of mine!"

The next moment, he spread his arms, stretched his ten fingers, took a deep breath, and his magic power was consumed crazily, turning into a giant wave.

Water-element spell—Water Strikes Three Thousand!

The giant wave poured down from above, pouring into the forest of ancient trees.

Bang.

First strike.

Most of the ancient trees collapsed.

Unlike Ning Zhuo hurriedly urged, consuming magic power, to make new big trees grow.

Bang.

Second strike.

The newly born ancient trees also broke one after another under the impact of the water flow, with tree trunks and residual branches drifting with the waves.

Unlike Ning Zhuo sighed in his heart, understanding that Linghu Jiu was winning by force, relying on his cultivation advantage to crush him.

He decisively stopped, stopping the input of magic power to avoid the unfavorable situation of magic power consumption.

Bang.

Third strike.

The few remaining ancient trees all toppled, and the battlefield had turned into a small lake.

Without the cover of grass and trees, Unlike Ning Zhuo was forced to appear.

The geographical advantage was no longer in his hands; he could transform the battlefield, and Linghu Jiu could do the same.

Unlike Ning Zhuo felt a sigh: "Compared to Wood-element, it seems Linghu Jiu is more proficient in Water-element."

"Younger brother, I'm coming!" Linghu Jiu swooped down from the high sky, his spirit like a rainbow, his momentum fierce.

Unlike Ning Zhuo's expression changed slightly, and he performed Five Elements spells in turn to resist the offensive, fighting while retreating.

Linghu Jiu no longer used the Wine Forest Sword Art, and wherever the sword edge reached, it was unstoppable.

Unlike Ning Zhuo was very sorry, beaten to the point of being unable to fight back; after more than thirty breaths, he was wounded in many places all over his body, and the blood from the wounds was difficult to stop.

Linghu Jiu snorted coldly: "What is younger brother thinking? Take out your mechanical creations."

Ning Jiufan also frowned. Unlike Ning Zhuo was good at mechanisms, but he still hadn't used them until now; facing such a powerful opponent as Linghu Jiu, he was actually so arrogant? Truly unwise!

Unlike Ning Zhuo, however, suddenly beamed and laughed: "Brother, your 'Water Strikes Three Thousand' just now, was it used like this?"

As he spoke, he stretched out his finger and pointed at the water flow under his feet.

The next moment, the water flow was like a dragon or a python, dozens of them rushing against the sky, charging toward Linghu Jiu.

Caught off guard, Linghu Jiu hurriedly waved his sword light to resist.

Bang.

First strike.

Linghu Jiu retreated.

Bang.

Second strike.

Linghu Jiu's sword light dissipated.

The water flow dissipated.

The third strike ended without success.

Essence flashed in Unlike Ning Zhuo's eyes, and he was overjoyed: "Oh oh, I was wrong, I got one point wrong. This time, it should be correct!"

Water-element—Water Strikes Three Thousand!

Hundreds of water flows rushed toward Linghu Jiu again, forcing Linghu Jiu back.

Lin Shanshan whispered: "This is not 'Water Strikes Three Thousand' at all, no, that's not right, this seems to be 'Water Strikes Three Thousand'."

The "Water Strikes Three Thousand" technique was three giant waves, surging and magnificent. But when performed by Unlike Ning Zhuo, it was like the root vines traveling before, like dragons and pythons. But the dragon-python combined attack still had the giant force of three impacts. This was the principle within "Water Strikes Three Thousand"!

Therefore, Lin Shanshan's words sounded contradictory.

The spectators were all moved.

"Enlightenment of law during battle! How is this possible?"

"Is this brat Unlike Ning Zhuo's comprehension so heaven-defying?"

"Monster!!"