Chapter 216 – Xiaobai: It's Over, Lost Everything

Countless arrows reversed course and vanished into the void.

Disappearing without a trace.

The night sky was now clear, moonlight shimmering upon the surface of Lishui Lake.

The calm lake mirrored the starry sky like a mirror.

The myriad arrows that had filled the air moments earlier had now dissipated into nothingness.

By the lakeside.

The crowd gazed skyward, their emotions slow to settle.

Especially Elder Li!

Witnessing this scene, he clenched his fists in excitement, his chest burning with fervor: “One arrow to break ten thousand techniques—truly worthy of being the Sword God’s junior brother! Such mastery of archery!”

“The sect that produced these two must be incredibly powerful…”

The Police Inspector Commander also marveled, sighing in admiration, “Using arrows to counter arrows—what brilliance! The Sword God’s junior brother lives up to his reputation!”

One must remember.

Liu Wushuang had reached the Supreme Realm!

He was versed in countless archery techniques; a single serious shot from him could shatter mountains and dry rivers, carrying the force of ten thousand stars.

Yet now.

The Jianghai Arrow God had effortlessly deflected his arrows, completely suppressing Liu Wushuang!

From this, the difference in their strength was already clear.

…

“Grandmaster is incredible.”

Li Qinghe gazed at the clear, azure sky, equally unable to calm her excitement.

One arrow reversing the flight of ten thousand arrows?

What did that even mean?

If Grandmaster loosed an arrow, it would likely have a special effect against any Star Warrior specializing in archery!

If someone shot an arrow at him, it wouldn’t even get close before being reversed and turned back against them!

“His archery transcends the heavens! Grandmaster has undoubtedly won this round!!”

Overjoyed, Li Qinghe noticed the silence around her and quickly turned to her fellow cheerleaders, waving to get their attention.

“What are you all standing around for?!”

“Keep the music playing, keep dancing!!”

As her words fell.

The cheerleaders snapped back to reality, waving their golden-red pom-poms and shouting the Jianghai Arrow God’s name amidst roaring drums.

“Jianghai Arrow God, mighty and majestic!!!”

The waves of sound echoed across Lishui Lake, rising high into the sky.

Everyone’s enthusiasm was ignited in that moment!!

…

Meanwhile.

Thousands of miles away, in a villa, Xiaobai sat in front of the television, nervously staring at the live broadcast, her eyes wide.

She was gripping her Phone so tightly it nearly cracked!

“Seriously… is Liu Wushuang this useless?”

“The match just started, and his arrows are already being swept away by Master?!”

Xiaobai clutched her head, squatting on the ground in frustration. She glanced at her Phone, her heart sinking.

On the screen.

The odds between the Arrow God and Liu Wushuang were plummeting dramatically!

Those who had bet on the Jianghai Arrow God to win were now overwhelmingly in the lead, with the trend continuously rising!

Meanwhile, her own ten-fold bet was entirely on Master losing… If she lost this bet, the consequences would be disastrous!

If she lost…

All the savings this Fairy had painstakingly accumulated!!

“No, no! Master, you need to self-destruct quickly, or your servant is going to lose everything…”

The white-haired little lolita pouted, her fox ears drooping as she slumped onto the floor, on the verge of tears.

You promised to self-destruct!

Master, why aren’t you sticking to the script?!

…

A short while later.

Above Lishui Lake.The turbulent and chaotic opposing air currents calmed, the void rift slowly closed, and the spatial fractures resembling shattered mirrors gradually vanished.

Under the hazy moonlight…

“It’s actually Space Law?!”

Liu Wushuang narrowed his eyes slightly, gazing up at the celestial phenomenon before turning his attention back to Qin Yang, his heart filled with shock.

It was somewhat unbelievable.

Laymen watch for spectacle, experts discern the essence.

One must understand—

This was Space Law!

Among the myriad laws of the world—wind, thunder, water, fire, and countless fundamental aspects…

For Star Warriors who cultivate archery, space is the most compatible affinity!

Comprehending Space Law would bring tremendous enhancement to arrow cultivators!

Throughout history, those seeking to achieve mastery in archery must use Space Law as their foundation to truly accomplish the legendary carp leaping through the dragon gate.

And this…

Was precisely the goal he had been pursuing all along!

Just now, the Jianghai Arrow God not only employed Space Law but did so with remarkable proficiency, directly sealing the space around the arrow—it seemed he had already gained some comprehension of it.

“No wonder you were able to eliminate the Vermillion Bird Earth Venerable.”

Liu Wushuang reevaluated Qin Yang, raising his threat level several notches in his mind.

Since the Jianghai Arrow God could comprehend Space Law,

The willpower, insight, and opportunities required… all were indispensable, making him far from an opponent to be underestimated.

However…

Respect aside…

He still couldn’t accept defeat in his heart!!

“Relying on Law Power is ultimately depending on external forces, not a pure contest of archery skills.”

With this thought,

Liu Wushuang shook his head, raised the Dark Bow in his hand, and said coldly, “Jianghai Arrow God, that round goes to you, but I remain unconvinced. Let’s have another match!”

Yet, as soon as he finished speaking,

The spectating citizens of Jianghai City immediately protested, their voices boiling around Lishui Lake into a chorus of condemnation:

“You old man have no martial virtue!”

“You lost once and want to try again? Accept defeat gracefully!”

“Never seen someone so shameless—you even lost your arrow, yet you still act justified?”

“We agreed on one arrow earlier!”

Amid the clamor, most voices condemned Liu Wushuang, though some arrow cultivators who had discerned the subtleties remained silent, quietly observing the situation on the field.

Liu Wushuang, having reached the Supreme Realm,

Held a lofty status in the hearts of many arrow cultivators, long renowned as the number one in archery under heaven.

Judging by actions rather than intentions, his dedication to the path was unquestionable. He had once stood in the snow outside a master’s door to seek archery insights, having truly risen from the bottom.

Many arrow cultivators regarded him as their role model and aspiration.

“What? Still not satisfied with that arrow?”

Qin Yang, upon hearing this, showed no urgency, slowly lowering the Sun-Shooting Bow as he replied, “What more do you have to say now?”

Ahem, the Jianghai Arrow God truly lives up to his reputation. To master Space Law to such an extent—I am genuinely impressed.”

Liu Wushuang clenched an empty fist, coughing lightly twice, “But…”

Then, he abruptly shifted his tone!

“But, it’s my fault for not clarifying earlier. Laws aside, as fellow arrow cultivators, our contest should fundamentally be about archery skills.”

“Purely competing in archery skills?”

Qin Yang frowned slightly at this, scanning Liu Wushuang and noting the unyielding expression on his face.

To put it bluntly…”This guy still isn’t convinced!”

Seeing this, Qin Yang pondered briefly.

“It seems using the law to gain an advantage earlier really wasn’t acceptable after all…”

To trigger the system’s generous rewards, he had to make Liu Wushuang completely submit in heart and mind.

But even after employing Space Lockdown, though Liu Wushuang lost that arrow exchange, the system still showed no notification—proving this guy’s fighting spirit hadn’t been fully extinguished.

He needed to suppress him even further!

With this thought, Qin Yang didn’t hesitate. He looked at Liu Wushuang and nodded:

“Fine. Since you insist on another match, let’s do it. This Arrow God has no objections anyway—I’ll risk my life to accompany a gentleman until you’re thoroughly convinced!”

As his words fell.

“Magnificent!”

Liu Wushuang clasped his hands in pleasant surprise:

“The Jianghai Arrow God is truly magnanimous!! Regardless of the outcome after this arrow, I shall never disturb you again!”

Speaking thus.

He retreated another hundred zhang away.

Raising high his Dark Bow with arrow nocked, he tilted his head and aimed single-eyed toward Qin Yang’s direction, bowstring drawn full like the full moon.

This time his aura was even more ferocious!

Just from the released Star Power, one could sense its formidable strength!

“Be warned, sir—this arrow’s power is beyond comparison with the previous one!”

Liu Wushuang gravely reminded, fingers taut, the energy around him escalating layer by layer.

The next moment!

Boom!

Myriad Star Power converged, formidable aura erupted!

The lakewater beneath his feet compressed under the pressure, spreading outward to both sides as violent winds instantly swept across the lakeshore.

Splash—

The placid lake surface stirred into waves, transforming into successive surges that violently battered the embankment, drenching all nearby spectators by the shore.

Everyone was soaked through!

The sharp arrow intent created a lockdown, as if the bitter depths of winter had descended. The watching citizens hugged themselves, trembling all over, struggling to endure the killing intent of ten thousand arrows firing simultaneously…

“What powerful arrow intent!”

Seeing this, Qin Yang didn’t dare hesitate. He floated backward a hundred zhang to create distance, similarly raising his Sun-Shooting Bow aimed at Liu Wushuang as he slowly drew the bowstring.

Hum—

The Sun-Shooting Bow’s string vibrated!

Instantly!

Scorching high temperatures descended upon the lake surface.

The lakewater boiled and evaporated, transforming into curling white mist that enveloped Qin Yang, cloud-like and foggy, concealing his aura.

But it still wasn’t enough!

Liu Wushuang had immersed himself in the arrow path for many years.

His profound foundation couldn’t be equalized in an instant!

“Forget it. Since I can’t use laws, I’ll just have to put more effort into the arrow itself.”

Qin Yang contemplated, summoning a strand of Ziwei starlight and placing it in the bow’s groove, pinching the sword hilt between his fingers with the blade pointed toward Liu Wushuang.

It was precisely the Ziwei Divine Sword!

Using Ziwei as an arrow, then employing it through the Sun-Shooting Bow, could stack extraordinary power. The combination of two Emperor-Tier Divine Weapons would absolutely bridge the gap in archery skill!

As for using the Ziwei Divine Sword being dishonorable?

Just ask—is this still archery or not?

Hum!

While these thoughts flashed through his mind.

Liu Wushuang released his bowstring. A dazzling white light pierced through the void toward him. Qin Yang simultaneously released his string. The Sun-Shooting Bow erupted with magma-like fluid flames as Ziwei shot forth along a straight trajectory!

Boom!

The two arrow techniques intertwined, Sword Qi sweeping across Lishui Lake’s surface.

The waters of Lishui Lake boiled as the two arrows intersected and collided, tips meeting. Purple Subtlety Sword Energy swept through everything, directly and overwhelmingly crushing forward.

The next moment.

The opposing arrow shattered!

“Oh no!”

Liu Wushuang paled in alarm. Myriad Sword Qi converged, violently striking his Dark Bow.

In that instant.

The bowstring snapped!

Boom!

Defeated by a single arrow!Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, everyone stared wide-eyed as Liu Wushuang was sent flying backward, instantly causing an uproar in the arena!!

At the same time.

Thousands of miles away, Xiaobai, holding a plate of grapes, hopped back to her livestream just in time to witness the scene, her fox heart thrown into chaos.

“It’s over… Is this the so-called number one archery in the world?”

“Even the bowstring snapped for its master!!!”

(End of Chapter)