Chapter 492 There Were No Dragons In This World
Chapter 492 There Were No Dragons In This World
Gu Youyou gave Zhang Chi a brief introduction to the Half Immortal Level Secret Realm, which made Zhang Chi deeply aware of the gap between his own strength and the powerhouses participating in the Secret Realm.
This Secret Realm is like a balanced instance with data. Everyone is forced to be restricted within the Divine Ability Realm, where the strong are suppressed and the weak are not elevated.
It can be said that this game has become a battle between the representatives of the heavens. The locals in the Divine Ability Realm are simply not enough to fight against others, let alone Zhang Chi, who doesn't even have the Divine Ability Realm.
Basically, it is a state where no one can defeat anyone.
Fortunately, Gu Youyou is strong and probably unbeatable by anyone.
Unfortunately, Zhang Chi doesn't have the same state, and it is unlikely that he will be able to fully exert his strength many times. If Gu Youyou's power is overdrawn, Zhang Chi will most likely be defeated.
The situation is not good, and Zhang Chi needs to plan more.
Sword Intent definitely needs to be practiced, but the specific sword techniques are not important.
Feeling the pressure, Zhang Chi has become more dedicated in his cultivation.
Snow Mountain Goddess observes day and night and realizes that Zhang Chi is in a predicament.
As a deity, her realm is higher than Gu Youyou's, so she naturally knows where Zhang Chi's problem lies.
Zhang Chi's talent is definitely not lacking, but talent can be both a success and a failure.
The Destruction Sword Intent that Zhang Chi comprehends is an imitation, although its effect is not much different from normal Sword Intent, the core is completely different.
Can plagiarism and originality be the same?
Zhang Chi has always been just a shell because he copied Gu Youyou's work, which resulted in a framework that prevented him from forming something of his own.
In this situation, only by breaking the original Sword Intent and generating a new Sword Intent can he succeed.
If he continues to focus on how to strengthen the Destruction Sword Intent, he will definitely not be able to break through himself.
Thinking of this, Snow Mountain Goddess couldn't help but worry for Zhang Chi.
"Alright, since I'm a kind-hearted goddess, I'll give you a reminder!"
With a thought, the sky above Sword Sect suddenly became cloudy.
Before long, snowflakes began to fall slowly.
This... snow in June?
Zhang Chi realized that something was wrong with this snowfall, but he couldn't perceive who was casting the spell.
In this case, there can only be one result.
"Snow Mountain Goddess is here, why is she making it snow?"
Zhang Chi didn't know what Snow Mountain Goddess meant by this, so he didn't make any extreme moves and just let the snowflakes fall and accumulate on the ground.
The scene of snowflakes falling all over the sky was quite romantic.
And this snow seemed to have a certain meaning, each snowflake seemed to be a falling sword aura.
In Zhang Chi's perspective, this snowfall instantly became extremely dangerous.
"F*ck, this is murdering a husband!"
Zhang Chi was suddenly attacked and was also shocked. He subconsciously made a sarcastic remark. Snow Mountain Goddess's face turned black. Murdering a husband?
I can kill you with just one finger.
If you don't know what's good for you, then don't blame me for increasing the intensity!
In the snow, Zhang Chi was already counterattacking with his sword. His swordsmanship was exquisite, but he couldn't withstand the continuous snowfall.
Snow Mountain Goddess was fighting against him from behind, and Zhang Chi could only defend himself in a sorry state.
Gu Youyou also realized that it was Snow Mountain Goddess who was doing this. This snowfall had no killing intent, so it should only be to help Zhang Chi in his training, so she didn't interfere.
Now is not the time to be jealous. With every improvement in Zhang Chi's strength, his chances of survival will increase.
"Yoyo, help me! I can't hold on anymore."
Zhang Chi pleaded for help pitifully.
Even though his mana was abundant and his ability to continue fighting was almost ten times that of cultivators at the same level, he couldn't withstand the continuous onslaught of flying snow.
"You have to hold on, even if you can't. This is the help your little snow mountain wife is giving you."
Gu Youyou said this with a sour tone, and it was unclear whether she was genuinely selfless or just feeling jealous.
In any case, Zhang Chi could only face this sword formation made of flying snow on his own.
Previously, Zhang Chi had been using Destruction Sword Intent, which consumed a lot of energy but had mediocre effects. He could withstand individual sword attacks, but facing a continuous barrage of sword qi, he would eventually be pierced through.
In the obvious ineffectiveness of Destruction Sword Intent, Zhang Chi definitely couldn't use it anymore.
In a critical moment, he could only instinctively use his once most proficient sword technique - Water Flow.
This move was the most handsome one in the Great River Sword Scripture and one of the few defensive sword techniques in the scripture.
By imitating the principle of water flowing and taking advantage of the situation, it could resolve attacks and divert them away. When executed, it was like a dance, hence the name Water Flow.
This flashy yet defensive sword technique was Zhang Chi's favorite type, so he had learned it well. In the Talisman Treasure Sect Secret Realm, he had shown off his skills several times with this move.
But after developing Destruction Sword Intent, he hardly ever used this move.
He only used it once in the Golden Cauldron Secret Realm, showing off a little.
Mainly because the enemies he encountered afterwards were too powerful, and there was simply no opportunity for Zhang Chi to make a move.
Either Gu Youyou would take care of the enemy forcefully, or she would finish the fight and run away.
Zhang Chi was like a lackey, not worthy of making a move.
But Zhang Chi was too familiar with this move, to the point where it had become a reflex.
In the situation where Destruction Sword Intent was ineffective, he instinctively used Water Flow, and the effect immediately improved.
Zhang Chi skillfully diverted the sword qi of the snowflakes, and this sword qi also merged into the "water flow force" guided by Zhang Chi.
The stronger the water flow, the more sword qi it could divert, and the greater the power it could unleash. At the same time, the difficulty of controlling it also increased.
However, Zhang Chi's Divine Soul was not weak, and his true essence and physical body were also strong.
Between his continuous rotations and jumps, a whirlwind had formed around him.
The whirlwind grew larger and larger, and in the end, Zhang Chi slashed towards the sky, combining it with Destruction Sword Intent. The sword qi pierced a huge hole in the dark clouds, allowing sunlight to break through and shine on Zhang Chi. At that moment, Zhang Chi felt as if he had transcended.
He stood in place, carefully pondering the sword strike he had just made. The snow stopped, and Snow Mountain Goddess didn't disturb Zhang Chi.
She knew that Zhang Chi had gained enlightenment.
This guy was indeed a genius.
If only there was more time. If she gave him another fifty years, perhaps he could truly become a dominant figure.
Unfortunately, time waits for no one. Otherwise, she might have been able to wait for the day when Zhang Chi would protect her.
Hmm, fantasizing like this adds a touch of unresolved tragedy to her ending!
Snow Mountain Goddess sensed this and decided to adjust her mood and withdraw her divine sense. However, just at that moment, Zhang Chi suddenly said, "Thank you, my little snow mountain wife, for your help."
Who the hell is your little wife?
Snow Mountain Goddess was furious.
With my status and position, shouldn't I be your big wife?
Furthermore, now that you have had your enlightenment, why are you still not strengthening your comprehension? What are you waiting for?
Zhang Chi spoke up, of course, because he had finished his enlightenment.
The so-called enlightenment is actually dependent on fate. It is possible to instantly comprehend many truths, or it could be a continuous entry into a state of enlightenment.
Zhang Chi is currently in the former state.
When he was practicing swordsmanship, he already understood that Destruction Sword Intent was not the most suitable method for him. Destruction Sword Intent is sharp, fierce, and confident, all of which Zhang Chi lacks.
His characteristics are caution, carefulness, and steadiness.
Therefore, he is incompatible with Destruction Sword Intent. It is purely because of his high talent that he was able to learn Destruction Sword Intent.
Now, Zhang Chi also understands that he will never achieve great success in Destruction Sword Intent.
There is a saying that the landscape can change, but one's nature is hard to change. Moreover, he doesn't need to change himself for the sake of a Sword Intent.
It is best to go with the flow and find a Sword Intent that suits him.
The sword techniques he had previously practiced are the most suitable for him.
Although he hasn't comprehended a Sword Intent from them yet, his train of thought is clear, and Sword Intent shouldn't be too difficult.
"The sword move I just comprehended, after thinking about it, I've decided to change its name to Flowing Wind Returning Snow!"
It is no longer just Water Liu Wu, but also a fusion of Zhang Chi's summary of various sects' Sword Intents, as well as his understanding and application of Destruction Sword Intent, which he has integrated into the sword technique.
Although Zhang Chi's naming skills are a bit lacking, he has already thought of the name for this move when he performs it.
Snow Mountain Goddess thought about it and felt that it was not bad.
Zhang Chi specifically mentioned her name, is it to show gratitude for the snow she brought down?
Hmph!
Snow Mountain Goddess snorted disdainfully and ignored Zhang Chi, returning to her own domain of Snow Mountain Goddess.
Although Zhang Chi didn't see Snow Mountain Goddess in person, he knew her attitude from that light snort.
Just a Snow Mountain Goddess, she is really easy to handle.
From now on, all the sword techniques will be named with the core theme of snow!
Guided by this train of thought, Zhang Chi no longer comprehends the Great River Sword Scripture, but instead cultivates the Flowing Wind Returning Snow.
In addition to this move, Zhang Chi, with snow as the core, comprehended three other sword techniques: Light Clouds Concealing the Moon, Sky Full of Flying Frost, and Snow Drifting in the Mortal World.
There is no other choice but to copy the names.
There is also no reason to copy the second half without copying the first half.
After comprehending the sword techniques, Zhang Chi began to practice them day and night, hoping to gain a stronger Sword Intent through this.
Zhang Chi is truly busy this time and has no interest in being affectionate with others.
The others feel the same way.
Those with weaker strength are thinking about improving themselves, while the two strong ones each have their own worries.
Jin Ling'er is worried that Zhang Chi was taken away by Chi Ding. That guy Chi Ding is really lacking in martial ethics, to the point that she doesn't dare to make a move to snatch Zhang Chi back even when she sees him right in front of her.
This feeling of silently watching her master being taken away by another Immortal Weapon is really uncomfortable.
She is calculating how to safely and stably snatch Zhang Chi back from Chi Ding's hands. This is not an easy task and requires careful consideration.
As for the other big shot, Wenren Li, what she is worried about is the matter of the Wenren Family.
She is feeling extremely annoyed right now.
The enemy she originally wanted to kill, Wenren Shu, has already fallen into the dust, and the Wenren Family is now involved in a great war.
No matter who wins this war, the Wenren Family will definitely suffer heavy losses.
In the end, she might easily take care of the Wenren Family.
But, this kind of retribution, this kind of revenge, Wenren Li couldn't feel any satisfaction.
She only hated that this battle came too quickly, without giving her a chance to take action.
Of course, she wouldn't help the Wenren Family. For now, she could only watch the show in the Western Continent and develop her own power.
When the time is right, she will counterattack the Central Continent.
In this way, she must establish a good relationship with the Western Sovereign Palace, which is in charge of the waterways.
Having the crucial waterways controlled by the foreign races is not a good thing in Wenren Li's opinion.
If the intercontinental transportation of the human race is controlled by the foreign races for a long time, there is a risk that one day they will have a big war with the sea race, and the human race will be divided into five parts, unable to support each other.
Wenren Li deeply remembered this point. As long as she becomes a leader, she will definitely guard against the Sea Monster Race.
For now, of course, she still needs to maintain a good relationship with the Sea Monsters.
Wenren Li was busy planning for world domination and didn't have time to be affectionate with Zhang Chi.
Indulgence would only affect everyone's speed in drawing their swords. Zhang Chi took the lead in abstaining, and everyone else was immersed in their work, completely unaware of the passing of time.
Meanwhile, far away in the open sea, Hong Li and Ao Long were tirelessly swimming.
The two fish were not far from collapsing.
Having luckily escaped from the mist, they had been swimming all this time. Fortunately, after coming out, they directly arrived at the Starfall Sea and saw a new Dragon Gate.
So, Hong Li and Ao Long both jumped over the Dragon Gate, but they didn't undergo Dragon Transformation. Instead, they embarked on another long journey of upstream swimming.
It was fortunate that Hong Li had experienced a Dragon Gate before and had some experience. Otherwise, the two of them would really not be able to endure.
They had no idea how long they had left the Western Continent. All they knew was that they had been moving forward, as if they had become fish without the ability to think, only knowing how to move forward, as if they had lost their sanity.
If it weren't for Hong Li's belief in victory, she wouldn't be able to hold on.
Ao Long, on the other hand, was questioning her life.
She was just an ordinary octopus who had been moved by Hong Li. Why did she follow along and join in the excitement?
She wasn't as bitter and vengeful as Hong Li. Even if Zhang Chi asked her to be his slave, she had slowly accepted it.
Life was beautiful, and she could improve herself through hard work. Why bother risking her life like this?
But since they had already come, it wouldn't be good to give up halfway.
Moreover, moving forward was a way to survive, while retreating might only lead to death.
She had been forced all the way!
They didn't know how many days and nights they had been swimming, but they had already forgotten about time. However, they dared not forget about themselves, fearing that they would get lost in the process of upstream swimming.
In reality, the surrounding scenery had changed.
The Dragon Gate that Hong Li had previously ventured through was modeled after the Coiling Dragon River. But this time, Hong Li observed carefully and realized that it wasn't the Coiling Dragon River.
It was fortunate that she had kept this in mind. This time, when she looked towards both banks, Hong Li finally saw a stone stele.
It was far away, but she could still see the ancient and solemn characters on it.
"Ancestral Dragon River?"
Hong Li didn't recognize these three characters, but upon seeing them, she inexplicably knew how to read them.
After seeing this stone stele, a sentence suddenly echoed in Hong Li's mind.
"In this world, there were originally no dragons..." (End of this chapter)
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