Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2205 Chapter 1029: Grand Luo Flying Sword Control (Part 2)
Previously on Immortality Through Array Formations...
The gaze of the Four Sects, Eight Gates, leaders from various other sects in Qianxue, and innumerable onlookers all focused intently on this crucial contest.
In the midst of the competition, tension permeated every level of both Taixu Gate and Daluo Sect.
For Taixu Gate, securing a spot among the Four Great Sects had become virtually impossible.
Yet, holding the leading position among the Eight Great Gates was essential to preserve.
Such benefits were concrete and readily apparent.
Emerging victorious in this bout could bring decades or even centuries of prestige as the foremost among the Eight Gates.
Should they suffer defeat here, everything could slip away.
Later regrets would prove utterly futile.
At this pivotal moment concerning the sect's fortunes, Mo Hua refused to take any chances.
Unknown to others, his aspirations extended far beyond that.
Regardless of their scale, such goals required methodical progress.
Securing victory in this sword discussion demanded a strategy.
Understanding oneself and the opponent was key.
Mo Hua summoned Linghu Xiao to gather details about the Daluo Sect.
He recalled that Linghu Xiao, renowned as a Sword Dao prodigy, maintained ties to the Daluo Sect, grasped its inner workings, and possessed substantial insider knowledge.
As Mo Hua posed the questions, Linghu Xiao answered openly and in depth.
"Daluo Sect stands as a premier Sword Dao faction within Qianxue."
"In ancient times, it bore the name 'Daluo Sword Sect' and ranked among the Four Great Sects, its Sword Dao mastery even eclipsing that of the Heavenly Sword Sect."
"Though it has waned somewhat today, its power endures robustly, perpetually oscillating between the top two spots in the Eight Gates."
"It lingers perpetually just short of entering the Four Great Sects, yet fails to bridge that final gap."
"Among Daluo Sect's present disciples, two shine brightest, both hailing from the esteemed Ye family as relatives."
"One goes by Ye Qingfeng, serving as the Daluo Sect's chief senior brother. He wields the Daluo Unification Sword Skill with unyielding stability and profundity, appearing seldom in battles."
"Rumors hold that his prowess is formidable indeed, on par with talents such as Xiao Wuchen."
"Naturally, these are mere hearsay; their veracity escapes me. Still, Ye Qingfeng merits serious regard."
"Alongside him exists Ye Zhiyuan."
"Ye Zhiyuan enjoys greater renown."
"Arrogant and dismissive of peers, he nonetheless boasts unparalleled Sword Dao aptitude."
"He masters the Daluo Sect's elite sword art, the Daluo Flying Sword Skill."
"These twin geniuses, each commanding their groups, have advanced thus far. With the ongoing ground-level sword discussion nearing its close, defeats have rarely befallen them..."
Linghu Xiao spoke with ease, revealing such volumes solely to Mo Hua.
Upon hearing this, Mo Hua let out a faint sigh.
The Qianxue State Boundary carried this inevitable flaw.
Indeed, geniuses roamed like stray dogs, prodigies abundant at every turn.
Any sect discussed revealed deep-rooted legacies teeming with
numerous prodigies.
"Who faces us in tomorrow's matchup?" Mo Hua inquired.
Linghu Xiao responded gravely, "Ye Zhiyuan..."
Observing the odd shift in Linghu Xiao's demeanor, Mo Hua probed, "Do you know this
Ye Zhiyuan?"
Linghu Xiao paused briefly before affirming with a nod.
"Is he exceptionally powerful?"
"Exceptionally so," Linghu Xiao confirmed with a nod, "I once matched him as one of
the premier pair of Sword Dao prodigies among the Eight Gates. Moreover, I...
Linghu Xiao appeared reluctant to elaborate, hesitant to divulge, yet Mo Hua's earnestness compelled Linghu Xiao to relent and sigh forthrightly:
"I fell to him in a sword duel..."
Mo Hua acknowledged with a nod, perceiving Xiaoxiao's troubled visage, clearly harboring resentment over the incident, thus he refrained from delving into the timing, location, or reasons behind Linghu Xiao's swordsmanship clash with Ye Zhiyuan and subsequent
defeat.
For a Sword Dao genius to yield to a haughty peer who scorns all others.
Such an ordeal must have stung deeply, likely laced with mockery.
Particularly for a reserved soul like Xiaoxiao, who bottles emotions within.
"Do you feel assured about confronting him in tomorrow's sword discussion?" Mo Hua
questioned.
Linghu Xiao grasped Mo Hua's intent and, after some reflection, replied:
"Junior Brother, as you said earlier, with my dedication to the Sword Dao,
I must not fear defeat."
"Against any formidable Sword Cultivator, I'll engage boldly, win or lose be damned."
"However..."
Linghu Xiao proceeded cautiously, voicing deliberately:
"This extends beyond myself..."
"The stakes of this sword discussion loom large; no errors can occur. Personal success or failure pales, as does the mantle of Sword Dao genius. All my efforts serve the sect's triumph..."
Mo Hua inclined his head, stirred with emotion.
During their initial encounter at Refining Demon Mountain, Linghu Xiao pursued demons in isolation; he emerged as a gifted yet lonesome youth unskilled in forging bonds.
Today, he fully embraced the sect's triumphs and trials.
Truly a fine young man...
Mo Hua brimmed with satisfaction.
"Rest easy, I'll take charge of the sword discussion," Mo Hua assured, then queried Linghu Xiao once more, "What strengths does this Ye Zhiyuan possess?"
"Sword Control," Linghu Xiao stated.
Mo Hua blinked in surprise, "Sword Control?"
Linghu Xiao affirmed and elaborated, "The Daluo Flying Sword Skill represents an advanced flying sword sword technique, and Ye Zhiyuan excels remarkably in sword control arts..."
"He counts among the scarce talents capable of refining 'Sword Control' to completion within the Foundation Establishment Realm."
"When his Flying Sword deploys, it strikes with blinding speed and devastating force."
"I previously succumbed to him via that precise sword control technique... Even reflecting now, Linghu Xiao appeared somewhat resentful. Mo Hua's countenance grew faintly odd.