Bai Ye’s chin lifted slightly, his entire being radiating an aura of confidence. "I, Ye Ge, am the new king of the younger generation in the Demon Race. Why would I need to pledge allegiance to anyone?"
Wu Xin snorted, "If you truly are a demon, and have reached the Demon King level, how can you not know the consequences of crossing our clan's bottom line?"
"What if I do know?" Bai Ye chuckled. "The Demon Race thrives on the law of the jungle, where strength reigns supreme. As long as the supreme existence of this world does not appear, the strongest Demon King dictates all."
"Coincidentally, I'm very interested in the Dwarf Race!"
"Arrogant!" Wu Xin trembled visibly with anger. Having lost interest in further discussion with Bai Ye, he gripped his sword with both hands and, as if transforming into a gust of wind, abruptly appeared at Bai Ye’s flank.
That peculiar black longsword then slashed towards Bai Ye's neck with no warning. Bai Ye didn't even have time to draw his blade!
*Bang!!!*
In an instant, a ball of lightning exploded at the blade’s approach to his neck, slightly pushing back Wu Xin's peculiar black sword.
Wu Xin was slightly surprised. This was his first time encountering such a combat style. However, he was one of the most formidable figures in this world, and this was merely the first probing move.
His figure flickered, and several afterimages appeared around Bai Ye. Countless sword shadows densely stabbed towards Bai Ye.
Bai Ye also seized this opportunity to draw the Tang blade at his waist. This was a weapon meticulously reforged for him by the Dwarf Chieftain of Bright City.
*Clang, clang, clang!!!*
A series of sharp, piercing sounds echoed. Bai Ye’s speed was also astonishingly fast. Blade lights and sword shadows clashed; not a single afterimage was a feint. Wu Xin's attacks were all lethal.
And these were merely his basic attacks!
In just a few breaths, they had exchanged tens of thousands of blows.
*"Crack!!"*
Suddenly, accompanied by a crisp sound, the Tang blade Bai Ye wielded, a demonic artifact, shattered, breaking into several pieces that fell to the ground. Facing Wu Xin's terrifyingly powerful Li Liang Yu sword art, the S-grade Tang blade ultimately couldn't withstand the onslaught.
"Whether it's a knife or a sword, they all have sharp edges and blunt parts. Therefore, while they can launch powerful attacks, they naturally also possess points of fragility!"
Wu Xin’s hoarse, ancient voice resonated, laced with a hint of smugness in its calmness.
"I am enlightened."
"Lightning—Domain Burst!"
The moment the Tang blade broke, Bai Ye instantly reverted to his identity as the Lightning Elemental King. Countless condensed lightning orbs materialized within a radius of several hundred meters. Before Wu Xin could launch another attack,
*Boom, boom, boom*, the lightning orbs exploded, their terrifying energy sweeping through the surroundings, disturbing the air and whipping up a fierce wind.
This indiscriminate, all-encompassing attack forced Wu Xin to retreat beyond the range of the domain explosion.
Having repelled Wu Xin, Bai Ye glanced at the simple beast-skin attire he wore. His chest, hands, and legs had clothes torn, revealing several shallow wounds.
This Saint King, compared to the Elf King encountered earlier, was considerably stronger despite both holding the title of Saint King. He was also the most formidable close-combat adversary Bai Ye had faced so far. His basic attacks alone were more terrifying than the close-combat prowess of Demestun, the monstrous Demon King of his household.
Clearly outmatched in close combat, and having improved his "fancy footwork" in the recent exchange, Bai Ye abandoned his probing approach.
From this point on, it was a fight for survival!
"Lightning Net!"
"Five Thunders Pounding the Top!"
A spherical electric net composed of lightning materialized around Wu Xin, rapidly contracting! Simultaneously, five streaks of azure lightning shot from Bai Ye's palm, striking Wu Xin’s front in the blink of an eye.
A combo of minor spells, capable of heavily injuring most Demon Kings!
However, Wu Xin slashed at the electric net with his sword, creating a large opening in the resilient net. Wu Xin then flickered, effortlessly evading the subsequent azure lightning strikes.
His speed was even a fraction faster than Bai Ye’s lightning discharges!
"Spatial power?" Bai Ye frowned slightly. Wu Xin's blinking speed was surprisingly rapid. Yet, possessing sensitivity to space himself, he couldn't sense any spatial fluctuations at this moment.
Wu Xin’s eyes, hidden within his dark robe, fixed intently on Bai Ye. "You can wield the ferocious power of lightning with such mastery, and have even become immune to its backlash. Your comprehension of the Lightning Element’s will has reached perfection. You indeed have some substance."
"But, you're still too arrogant!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Wu Xin flickered again and launched another attack.
Bai Ye’s senses were fully engaged as he unleashed a barrage of spells.
"Heavenly Descent of Lightning!"
"Mighty Lightning!"
"Lightning Forest!"
...
In moments, an area spanning ten li transformed into a terrifying lightning field, with dense lightning piercing the sky and shattering the earth.
The demons who had paused nearby to spectate were instantly caught in the crossfire.
"Ah!! Run!"
"You bastard, you told us to stay, and you're getting us killed!"
"He's actually this powerful. It seems Lord Wu Xin can't deal with him!"
"Stop your babbling, let's run!"
...
Wu Xin snorted, dodging and weaving to avoid direct confrontation with Bai Ye. However, Bai Ye’s full-power assault was too dense; every bit of surrounding space was filled with raging lightning.
Wu Xin was eventually struck by a considerable amount of lightning. Although it didn't cause critical damage, his robe was torn to shreds, tattered everywhere.
His true appearance was revealed: pale fur covered his face, and his cat-like features were etched with age-old wrinkles. His humanoid body remained remarkably robust, with clearly defined, flowing muscle lines.
"Hmph! Outputting your demonic power so unreservedly, how long do you think you can last!" Wu Xin said, evading and slicing through lightning attacks.
However, he was mistaken. After a long while, Bai Ye could still unleash various lightning spells without any signs of diminishing mana. Instead, his fur began to blacken in patches, emitting a foul smell of scorching.
"Hold on a little longer, I'm about to run out." Bai Ye said playfully.
Wu Xin heard Bai Ye's gloating voice, a fierce glint flashing in his vertical pupils, and a confident, amused smile touched the corner of his mouth.
"Very good!"
"Your strength is sufficient to bear the title of Saint King alongside us. You will also be the first in this world to force me to go all out!"
"Having fought to this point, regardless of your background, prepare to meet your end today!"
Wu Xin raised his hands once more, his focus unprecedented. At that moment, wisps of black smoke emerged from his peculiar longsword, emanating a formidable and sharp demonic power, causing even the bright sky to dim slightly.
"Darkness Power!"
Looking at Wu Xin at this moment, Bai Ye felt an indescribable difference compared to other half-demons. Other half-demons relied on the power of their demonic artifacts, but Wu Xin, at this moment, seemed to embody the sword, and the sword, him.
Were their powers one?
Bai Ye downed ten bottles of 'Glucose' and said faintly, "I return your words to you, verbatim."