"Hahaha, in this world, no one is my match!"
King Xuanwu burst into wild laughter.
A few seconds later, the South Sea Sword Demon flew out from halfway up Mount Yan, hovering in the void.
"Hmph, so what if your physical body is incredibly strong? I am an Ice Spirit Body now, not someone you can contend with!"
As the South Sea Sword Demon spoke, he transformed Bai Shumin's body into the shape of a Roc.
"Is this the ancient ferocious beast, Kunpeng?"
Seeing this, Lu Yang couldn't help but think to himself. He had only read about such creatures in books and never expected to see a Kunpeng in reality.
"King Xuanwu, let me show you the power of the Kunpeng!"
The South Sea Sword Demon declared, spreading his wings and charging directly at King Xuanwu. The Kunpeng was so enormous that its wingspan stretched ten meters, like a vast canopy, descending upon King Xuanwu.
The two once again engaged in a fierce battle in the air.
King Xuanwu, relying on his incredibly tough physical body, engaged in a close-quarters combat with the Kunpeng formed by the South Sea Sword Demon. King Xuanwu's fists landed with solid impact on the South Sea Sword Demon's body, while the South Sea Sword Demon, not daring to be outdone, continuously clawed and ripped at King Xuanwu with its sharp talons.
After more than fifty rounds, both were struck by a single blow and sent flying backward.
King Xuanwu's chest was caved in. Even with such a formidable physique, he was injured by the Kunpeng, the form of the South Sea Sword Demon.
However, the Kunpeng fared much worse. It had reverted to Bai Shumin's appearance, but one of its arms was broken, and it was bleeding profusely from multiple wounds.
"Hahaha, South Sea Sword Demon, your Ice Spirit Body is nothing special. After all, it's not the true owner of this body, so you cannot unleash the true power of the Ice Spirit Body. Therefore, you might as well die!"
King Xuanwu declared, and the Immortal Slaying Sword in his hand instantly appeared, thrusting directly towards the South Sea Sword Demon.
"Sky-Embracing Hammer!"
The South Sea Sword Demon shouted, and from the half-mountain of Mount Yan where it had been previously embedded, a golden great hammer flew out, blocking King Xuanwu's sword strike. In that brief opening, the South Sea Sword Demon instantly transformed into a stream of light and escaped.
"Hmph, my demonic energy has already invaded your body. Even if you escape, you won't survive!"
Seeing the South Sea Sword Demon flee, King Xuanwu sneered, erased the mark on the Sky-Embracing Hammer, and directly threw the spiritual artifact to Guo Xiaotian.
"This spiritual artifact will be yours from now on!"
King Xuanwu said coldly.
"Thank you, King Xuanwu!"
Guo Xiaotian, upon receiving the Sky-Embracing Hammer, expressed his gratitude with excitement.
This was a spiritual artifact, and its immense power was enough to obliterate a mid-stage Divine Realm expert like himself with a single strike.
After obtaining this item, Guo Xiaotian's strength advanced to a new level, becoming terrifyingly formidable.
Meanwhile, Lu Yang had already left the scene much earlier, having followed the South Sea Sword Demon out. He now needed to find the South Sea Sword Demon and seize the opportunity to transfer the Soul Refining Art to Bai Shumin, allowing Bai Shumin to reclaim her body.
Lu Yang's divine soul was incredibly powerful. Although his cultivation had not reached the Earth Immortal realm, his divine soul had already attained it. Even the South Sea Sword Demon could not detect Lu Yang's presence.
An hour later, Lu Yang had followed the South Sea Sword Demon to a cave by the sea. The South Sea Sword Demon was too severely injured. It now had to devour Bai Shumin's soul and completely possess Bai Shumin's body to survive; otherwise, they would both perish.
"Little girl, I'll give you one last chance. Obediently let me devour your soul, or we will both die here!"
The South Sea Sword Demon said coldly to Bai Shumin's soul.
"You dream! Even if I die, I won't let you possess my body!"
Bai Shumin retorted coldly.
"Do you think I can't devour you just because of that? You're indulging in wishful thinking. Even if you are unwilling, I will have to resort to the most brutal means to devour your soul, and you will suffer endless torment!"
The South Sea Sword Demon threatened directly.
"My body is already occupied by you, so I'm not afraid of you devouring my soul. If you dare, then devour me! Even as a ghost, I won't let you go!"
Bai Shumin roared coldly.
"Haha, still want to be a ghost? You won't even be able to become a ghost!"
The South Sea Sword Demon spoke coldly and immediately began to refine Bai Shumin's soul with its powerful divine soul.
"Ah…"
Bai Shumin's soul could not withstand such agony and began to scream.
"Stop!"
Seeing this, Lu Yang immediately rushed in and shouted.
"Lu Yang?"
"I didn't expect you to be here? But it doesn't matter if you are. I want you to witness firsthand as I devour your woman bit by bit!"
"Hahaha!"
The South Sea Sword Demon laughed heartily but suddenly attacked Lu Yang. The reason he spoke like that was to lull Lu Yang into a false sense of security and wait for an opportunity to strike.
However, this trick had long been seen through by Lu Yang. The moment the South Sea Sword Demon attacked, Lu Yang also made his move, flinging the Black Dragon Token in his hand towards the South Sea Sword Demon's arm.
With a "bang," the South Sea Sword Demon's arm was cut by the Black Dragon Token, creating a wound.
"Brat, how dare you lay a hand on me? I'll kill you!"
The South Sea Sword Demon roared and lunged at Lu Yang again. However, due to his severe injuries, he was no match for Lu Yang and was quickly suppressed.
After more than ten rounds, the South Sea Sword Demon was kicked in the chest by Lu Yang and sent flying.
"Stop!"
"If you continue fighting, both of us and this girl will die. Why don't we make a deal?"
Seeing that he was no longer Lu Yang's opponent, the South Sea Sword Demon waved his hand and stopped Lu Yang.
"A deal? What kind of deal?"
Lu Yang asked coldly.
"First, don't attack. Wait until I recover, and I will find another way to improve myself. I will return this girl to you. What do you think?"
The South Sea Sword Demon looked at Lu Yang and said.
"How can I trust you? When you recover, you will kill me directly!"
Lu Yang was not foolish. How could he not know the South Sea Sword Demon's hidden intentions? He immediately said coldly.
"I can swear that when I recover, I will absolutely not kill you. Otherwise, may I be struck by the power of heaven and earth and die at the hands of King Xuanwu!"
The South Sea Sword Demon continued.
"Alright, then make your vow!"
Lu Yang nodded and continued.
"Good!"
A smug smile appeared on the South Sea Sword Demon's lips, and he then swore with his soul. Once the vow was confirmed, Lu Yang stood aside and watched the South Sea Sword Demon recover his body without making a move.