Chapter 73 – What? This Is Actually Just a Clone of the Sword God!

Between the valley, mountain rocks shattered, cliff walls collapsed and crashed to the ground, erupting with deafening roars and tremors. Dazzling sword light blotted out the sky and sun, completely overshadowing the daylight.

Two immense Sword Qi clashed and entangled, thundering like roaring storms.

In an instant, the sea of clouds parted, and boundless sword light rose like the break of dawn, charging toward Yuwen Xuan who advanced with the momentum of a thousand armies.

Boom!

The cameras in the distant helicopters locked onto the scene but were instantly overwhelmed by blinding whiteness, unable to capture even a trace of the live footage.

The netizens in the live stream couldn’t see the scene, only their phone screens turning white, and instantly erupted into chaos!

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“Holy crap, are they dropping nukes here? Sharing radiation with everyone?”

“Are these even humans? This is literally a battle of gods!”

“No wonder the Grandmaster Realm is so rare—this power can single-handedly form an army!”

“Tone down the A1 high flash! Bro!”

At the same time, such a magnificent spectacle naturally captured the attention of everyone outside the valley.

Li Zixuan and Huyan Jian stood shoulder to shoulder on a steep cliff, raising their hands to shield their eyes as they watched the terrifying scene through their fingers.

Former enemies, in this moment, set aside their grudges and looked up together at this earth-shattering display, their eyes burning with fervent admiration.

“The teacher is so strong!”

Li Zixuan gazed at the sword light resembling dawn, her yearning for strength growing ever stronger within her.

One day, I will become as powerful as the teacher!

Beside her, Huyan Jian clenched his fists, vowing in his heart to become a powerhouse like Yuwen Xuan in the future.

The grand and majestic scene was etched deep into their memories, like spring rain nourishing the seeds of Sword Dao in their hearts, providing ample sustenance…

Boom.

A moment later.

The deafening commotion gradually subsided from loud to soft.

The sudden sword light dimmed, as if a curtain was about to fall.

Dense spiritual charm enveloped the canyon and mountains, having merged two different Sword Intent, now a hundred times more concentrated than before.

Another Sword Qi Treasure Land had formed!

Outside the valley, everyone looked toward the center, eagerly anticipating.

The netizens in the live stream were so tense they forgot to post comments, holding their breath as they waited for the final victor to emerge.

Each second felt like a year.

Finally, as the sword light faded, they could clearly see the scene…

Within the canyon.

The ground was covered with pothole-like craters. Qin Yang stood firm between heaven and earth, calm and composed, the Ziwei Divine Sword in his hand humming joyfully.

And before him.

Yuwen Xuan also stood proudly on the ground.

But!

Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, his face pale as gold paper, and the sword in his hand had turned to dust, not even the hilt remaining—a truly miserable sight.

“I’ve lost…”

Yuwen Xuan’s expression was desolate, allowing the dust in his palm to drift away with the wind.

He had once used this sword to defeat all the prodigies under heaven.

But now, the sword was shattered, his heart dead—everything was gone…

His defeat was so thorough; he was simply not on the same level as the Jianghai Sword God.

The other had completely overwhelmed him in every aspect, truly needing only one sword to decide the outcome of this contest.

Thinking of this.

Yuwen Xuan looked at Qin Yang before him, recalling the details of his sword draw.

Reaching the pinnacle of emptiness, guarding tranquility with steadfastness.

Could it be…

That this was the true essence of Sword Dao he should pursue?

Had his Myriad Swords Return been misguided from the very beginning?

“Jianghai Sword God, your sword… indeed aligns more closely with the Sword Dao than mine.”Yuwen Xuan murmured in admiration, his dimmed gaze reigniting with fervor as if stirred by some profound realization.

This was the breakthrough opportunity to the Grandmaster Realm!

He was obsessed with the sword, seeking only a worthy opponent. The current Sword God had now become the goal he pursued.

Even if he lost this battle, he hadn’t gained nothing!

“Hmm?”

Noticing the change in Yuwen Xuan’s expression, Qin Yang couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.

Truly worthy of being the future Sword Demon’s master.

Just this mentality of persisting despite repeated defeats deserved praise.

However…

Qin Yang looked at the determined Yuwen Xuan, a playful smile tugging at his lips.

I hope you won’t break down after I leave, old man.

Just then.

Whoosh! Whoosh!

The sound of rushing wind announced the simultaneous arrival of Li Zixuan and Huyan Jian. Seeing the situation in the arena, they immediately understood the outcome was decided.

“Teacher won!”

“Teacher lost!”

For a moment, two completely different emotions arose in their hearts. Li Zixuan was overjoyed, excitedly running to Qin Yang’s side with light, floating steps.

Hmph, this is my teacher!

My teacher is invincible!

On the other side.

Huyan Jian silently approached Yuwen Xuan.

His expression was complex as he looked at his disheveled master, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

“The Jianghai Sword God is actually this powerful? Even teacher is no match for him…”

But soon.

Huyan Jian’s restless heart calmed down.

Previously, Yuwen Xuan had constantly counseled him that failure wasn’t terrifying – the true opponent was always oneself.

So what if his master was defeated now?

Since the Jianghai Sword God stood as number one, he could take him as the goal to pursue, equally capable of achieving the true essence of the Sword Dao!

With this thought.

Huyan Jian’s mind suddenly cleared, and even his gaze toward Qin Yang became fervent.

If Qin Yang knew he had inexplicably gained two “devoted admirers,” it would surely make him laugh and cry at the same time…

Outside the valley.

Several figures sped toward the valley center.

Elder Li led the way, leaping through the pine forests with Jianghai’s experts closely following behind like eager followers.

“Elder Li, your perception of Sword Intent is most accurate. Who ultimately won?”

The Commander asked anxiously beside him.

When the sword light erupted earlier, chaotic Sword Intent flows were everywhere, making it impossible for them to discern the situation.

Any martial artist from Jianghai had long regarded the Sword God as their faith, never wishing for his defeat.

“Lord Sword God has won!”

Elder Li declared loudly, his expression exhilarated and his excited mood difficult to calm, yet mixed with some regret.

Earlier he had been searching for traces of him outside, but who would have thought Lord Sword God would appear unexpectedly right in the Sword Valley.

He had missed part of the battle.

A huge loss!

Absolutely devastating!

…

“Alright, it’s time for me to leave.”

At the center of Sword Valley, seeing matters concluded, Qin Yang knew staying here wouldn’t trigger any system rewards, making it completely meaningless.

So he brushed his hand over the Ziwei Sword, transforming it into a wisp of Sword Qi that dissipated into the sky.

Faintly, several sword hums echoed, conveying some displeasure.

The Ziwei Sword was inherently spiritual – constantly kept sheathed by Qin Yang, this rare chance to roam free ended too soon, inevitably leaving it discontent…Seeing this, Qin Yang smiled softly and said, “I’ll bring you out to frolic again next time.”

As his voice faded.

The several sword hums finally settled into silence.

Yuwen Xuan, standing nearby, couldn’t help but feel envious upon witnessing this.

A supreme divine weapon paired with formidable cultivation—the foundation of this Jianghai Sword God was truly extravagant!

With such resources at his disposal, his comprehension of cultivation must be exceptionally profound!

Thinking this.

Yuwen Xuan stepped forward to approach Qin Yang, intending to inquire about some cultivation matters.

But the next moment.

Before he could even voice his question, he saw Qin Yang’s figure gradually dissipate, transforming into starlight that vanished into the world.

“Sword Qi Manifestation?!”

Witnessing this scene, Yuwen Xuan froze, his previously excited expression instantly stiffening.

(End of Chapter)