85: Chapter 85 The Spear Intent of Wildfire, Never-Ending!

The brush in Ji Ruofeng's hand was even snapped by him unintentionally.

Many experts on the main stands all showed expressions of shock.

Those in the know had eyes full of disbelief and ecstasy.

And the spectators who were unaware were also full of surprise, not understanding what was happening.

In mid-air, Sikong Qianluo suddenly opened her eyes; the Heartless Sword Intent that had been rampaging within her body vanished in an instant before her newly born "Endless Vitality" Concept.

The experts who understood what a Concept was could no longer suppress the excitement and joy on their faces.

Especially those who had approached the threshold of a Concept but could never step through; their eyes shone as they held their breath, not daring to miss a single detail.

This was a rare Opportunity!

There had long been a rumor in the Martial Forest: witnessing someone else's Concept Awakening can provide great inspiration to oneself.

But a Concept Awakening had always been unpredictable; no one could foresee when someone would have an Epiphany.

This was also why those great Sects and powers grew increasingly stronger.

Once someone in the Sect comprehended a Concept, the other Disciples would benefit immensely.

At this grand gathering, who would have thought they would be fortunate enough to witness such a wondrous sight.

As the Concept illusion gradually dissipated, a wisp of blue-red light slowly rose from within Sikong Qianluo.

The blue and red Qi entwined around her body, suspending her in mid-air.

Her body, which had been lying horizontally in mid-air, slowly stood upright; though the phoenix blood spear in her right hand had been knocked away earlier, it was now firmly back in her grasp, with wisps of green Aura entwined around the shaft.

The red spear and green Qi interlaced, breathtakingly beautiful.

The entire venue fell into silence as all eyes landed on her.

Su Rui watched this scene quietly, a satisfied smile appearing at the corners of his mouth as he nodded gently.

He had originally thought that the first to awaken a Concept would be either Sikong Qianluo or Yin Luoxia.

After all, Yin Luoxia was already close to the threshold, needing only one final leap.

But he hadn't expected Sikong Qianluo to beat her to it.

Although Sikong Changfeng wasn't very old, his face was now glowing with health, the smile lines at the corners of his eyes deep with relief and pride.

This daughter of his was truly going to be Heaven-Defying.

Baili Dongjun chuckled and shook his head.

He considered himself a heaven-sent Genius in his youth, having gone through much before comprehending several Concepts.

But how old was Sikong Qianluo?

The leaders of the major powers on the main stands, as well as the famous experts of the Northern Li Jianghu, all had a hint of envy in their eyes now.

Many of them had already stepped into the Heavenly Realm but had yet to fathom their own Concept.

Yet this young girl before them was so young and had already taken this step.

Was it envy for Snow Moon City, or envy for the breadth of her tutelage?

With such a Genius present, a power could stand tall for decades.

The eyes of the "Cannot Be Bound" duo in the crowd gradually became dangerous.

Everyone present already knew Sikong Qianluo's identity, and now she was also added to the list of those who must be eliminated.

A favored daughter of heaven like her, born of the Northern Li Jianghu and hailing from Snow Moon City, absolutely could not be allowed to continue growing.

Otherwise, she would surely become a major threat to the Sacred Cult in the future.

On the Jingwu Platform,

Ximen Chuixue's gaze was like a torch as he stared at the hovering Sikong Qianluo, his expression solemn to the extreme.

On the profound iron sword in his hand, a clearly visible layer of Sword Qi emerged.

At this moment, he didn't dare hold back at all and had to go all out.

The Sikong Qianluo before him gave him a sense of danger.

Just a moment's Divided Soul, and he would likely be defeated.

Sikong Qianluo landed lightly from the air, pointing her phoenix blood spear at Ximen Chuixue, her tone carrying a hint of pride.

"I'm much more powerful than before now. Why don't you just surrender!"

Ximen Chuixue did not respond after hearing this.

He naturally knew that the one before him was just a ten-year-old girl, extremely arrogant.

He naturally wouldn't take her words to heart, but the vigilance in his mind grew a bit heavier.

Seeing no reaction from Ximen Chuixue, Sikong Qianluo gave a cold snort, leveled her spear, and charged forward.

This time, she activated the Sea-Encompassing Sacred Heart Art, circulating her Internal Energy to the limit.

Every spear thrust was infused with extremely strong inner strength.

Every Move was swift and powerful, as if she were pouring her entire body's strength into them.

Almost every strike was comparable to her previous full-strength efforts.

Ximen Chuixue swung his sword to meet her; the moment the weapons clashed, his expression changed drastically, and his figure retreated repeatedly, clearly shaken by the impact.

"Thirty Strikes!"

Sikong Qianluo shouted out the name of her Move, feeling it had more Aura that way.

Spear shadows fluttered, the Moves wide and sweeping, incomparably sharp.

Around the two, astral winds rose from all sides, whistling and roaring.

Everyone on the stands was dumbfounded.

Is this little girl crazy?

Mobilizing Internal Energy into her weapon so desperately, she probably won't last long before being exhausted.

Sikong Changfeng couldn't help but frown as well.

His daughter had indeed awakened her own Spear Intent; perhaps she wanted to end the battle quickly.

But under such intense consumption, she probably wouldn't be able to hold on for long.

Many spectators also saw this and began to exclaim and discuss.

Li Hanyi and the others were also full of surprise, their eyes filled with worry.

"Teacher, is Qianluo being too impulsive?"

Li Hanyi couldn't help but speak.

She remembered when she fought Song Jinyang, the Martial Arts Hall Master of the Jinyang Martial Arts Hall; she too had been excited by her Sword Intent Awakening, wishing to pour her all into every Move, but unfortunately, the opponent was too pathetic and only took one hit.

Now she was worried that Sikong Qianluo had the same mindset.

Once Ximen Chuixue weathered this wave of attacks, Qianluo would likely fall into a disadvantage.

Yin Luoxia, Mu Liangyue, and the others all turned their gazes toward Su Rui, waiting for his analysis.

"Yuyan, what do you think?"

Su Rui suddenly turned and asked Wang Yuyan.

Being asked so suddenly, Wang Yuyan was a bit flustered but quickly calmed down, her gaze landing on the field.

"Senior Sister Qianluo's spear technique is becoming more exquisite, her spear momentum continuous and dense; it's hard for Ximen Chuixue to parry for long."

She analyzed seriously.

"However, she seems to be desperately mobilizing Internal Energy; such consumption is truly too great. I'm not sure if she can hold out until she defeats her opponent."

"Prairie Fire Spear Intent, Endless Vitality."

Su Rui softly uttered these eight words; his voice wasn't loud, yet it entered everyone's ears like a clap of thunder.

Everyone was startled, savoring the meaning of these eight words.

Several experts standing not far from Su Rui also showed contemplative expressions.

They had also heard the conversation between Li Hanyi and Wang Yuyan just now and originally agreed with their judgment.

Su Rui looked at his female Disciples' thoughtful expressions, his left hand lightly resting on the scabbard of the Cheng Ying Sword beside him, slowly stroking it.

"I couldn't figure out which path Qianluo wanted to take before, but now it seems she has made her choice.

The Prairie Fire Spear Intent has truly fused with her; the recovery speed of her Internal Energy is astonishing, and she can even maintain this high-intensity attack for a long time."

Seeing that everyone was still somewhat confused, he continued to explain.

Everyone suddenly realized, looking at Sikong Qianluo on the field with envy in their eyes.

Unceasing Internal Energy—this was a Realm that countless Martial Artists dreamed of.

The surrounding spectators also exclaimed in surprise.

There's actually such a Concept that can directly buff oneself?

Ji Ruofeng handed the broken brush to a Disciple nearby and took another, his mind still replaying Su Rui's words from just now.

He had never heard of such a Concept before.

But just hearing about it made one feel it was unfathomable.

And what a Concept brought was definitely not just these manifestations.

Thinking of a future Sikong Qianluo who had stepped into the Heavenly Realm, where every Move was a killing blow and could be performed continuously, Ji Ruofeng's heart couldn't help but tighten.

Especially that Thousand Ice Strikes Move she had used earlier.

Such an attack that triggered celestial phenomena must consume a massive amount of Internal Energy.

With such a Concept's help, wouldn't she be able to perform it continuously?

This is simply contending against thousands with the power of one person!

Comparable to a human battle formation!

Ji Ruofeng stared blankly at the booklet in front of him, momentarily not knowing where to start writing.

Between Li Hanyi and Sikong Qianluo, who exactly is stronger?

He sighed softly and closed the booklet.

This question can only be settled after they truly fight.

Exactly!

By now, Ji Ruofeng clearly understood that the outcome of Ximen Chuixue's battle was likely already decided.

The situation on the field developed just as he had expected.

Ximen Chuixue's sharp Heartless Sword Intent had already lost its suppressive power against Sikong Qianluo.

And those Moves that should have been unstoppable under the Concept's buff seemed inadequate against Sikong Qianluo's all-out offensive in every strike.

He could only retreat step by step amidst her storm-like attacks...

The Heartless Sword Intent had clearly reached its limit.

Su Rui shook his head slightly to the side.

"He seeks the sword in his heart and is sincere to the sword with his emotions, but this path is wrong even if walked correctly, and yet contains correctness within the wrong.

His eyes only see the sword, yet he ignores the person outside the sword."

He sighed in a low voice.

At this moment, Ximen Chuixue had not yet fought Ye Gucheng and had not truly understood his own sword path's true meaning.

Although the Heartless Sword Intent was sharp and highly compatible with Ximen Chuixue.

But Ximen Chuixue wasn't truly heartless; he was just poor at expressing himself, and the emotions in his heart were even a few degrees more fervent than those of ordinary people.

"Since you have already chosen your own paths, you must also consider them carefully and be extremely cautious."

Su Rui said with a solemn expression.

The several women nodded in response.

Mu Liangyue straightened up, a flash of cunning smile in her eyes, and suddenly spoke:

"Isn't Teacher still here? If we stray from the path, Teacher's peach branch won't show any mercy."

Su Rui was startled upon hearing this and shook his head helplessly.

"I can guide you for a time, but the path ahead must ultimately be walked by yourselves."

"I will always be Teacher's Disciple, and I want to stay by Teacher's side for this entire life."

Li Hanyi suddenly said.

As soon as she finished speaking, she seemed to realize there were others around, and a hint of shyness immediately appeared on her face.

Everyone stared at her in shock for a moment.

This... Senior Sister Hanyi has feelings for Teacher?

Yin Luoxia's gaze swept back and forth between Su Rui and Li Hanyi.

She looked at Li Hanyi's slightly immature figure again, then looked down at herself.

She couldn't help but feel a bit of pride in her heart.

It seems I still have a chance!

"Alright, look at the field; it's probably the final blow!"

Su Rui smiled and patted Li Hanyi's hand resting on the armrest, shifting everyone's attention.