Overbearing Immortal Doctor Chapter 1344 - 1443: Seeing Hope

"I survived!" Yin Xia exclaimed, near tears with relief.

"We succeeded!" Zhai Zunzhe and Sima Mo cheered in unison.

This victory represented a glimmer of hope for everyone who depended on them.

"The second match concludes. Life truly begins now," the elder in white announced to the remaining participants with a gentle smile.

"So, who will step up for the third match?"

They knew they couldn't assist Lin, and Zhai Zunzhe, Sima Mo, and Gu Yuyan, all experts at the Guiyuan Level 7 realm, were potential candidates. It remained uncertain which of them the white-robed elder would select to fight.

Undoubtedly, the two chosen fighters would face the direst circumstances, with a brutal battle being unavoidable. Those not chosen would surely face ridicule.

"Jian Yi, you may proceed with your test now," the old man in white robes declared, turning his gaze towards Qin Feng with a smile.

The onlookers were taken aback. The elder had pointed directly at Qin Feng, using a commanding yet somehow friendly tone, a stark contrast to his previous demeanor. They wondered about the significance of this abrupt shift.

"It is inevitable that I will be tested eventually. It is better to face it now," Qin Feng replied with a smile.

"Excellent," the old man in white nodded. He then pointed at the figure of Death God Yu Shen positioned behind the Ghost City Lord. "You, go and take the test."

"You want me to face this young one?" the tall, gaunt snake-man inquired, glancing at Qin Feng. Qin Feng let out a cold breath.

"Hmph, it seems fate has placed him in my hands."

The man, as cold as a viper, strode towards the chain bridge. He was a true expert of Level 4, and while he wasn't confident against many others, handling a youngling under twenty felt effortless.

"Xue Ding’e, dispatch him quickly," Death God Yu Shen commanded in a low voice.

"Understood."

The cold-blooded man acknowledged the order and vanished, leaving only a spectral afterimage. In an instant, he stood poised on the iron bridge.

"Incredible speed," Qin Feng’s expression shifted as he noticed the opponent's velocity far surpassed that of a True Essence Level 4 practitioner, appearing even faster than Zhenyuan.

The cold-blooded combatant, clad in black robes, stood at a distance and addressed Qin Feng with icy indifference. "Boy, I have heard tales of your prowess, that you once slew a true Origin Level 6 expert. Frankly, I find it hard to believe. Come, face me. Do not forget my name is Xue Ding’e. When you fall by my hand, you will know who was your end."

Xue Ding’e exuded an aura of absolute confidence. Had Qin Feng been aware of the true nature of the Ghost City organization, he would have understood the source of Schroeder’s unwavering certainty.

"I am aware that I killed Xie Zhenshan of True Essence Level 6. Does Level 4 warrant such supreme confidence?" Qin Feng remarked with a hint of amusement, shaking his head. "I hope you maintain that conviction once the fight progresses."

"Shout!"

Qin Feng’s figure blurred as he too took his stance upon the chain bridge.

"Begin!"

From afar, the old man in white garments issued the starting command.

"Oh."

"Beautiful search!" Xue Ding’e unleashed a barrage of attacks simultaneously: bolts of lightning, fiery orbs, and shards of ice, all indicative of a True Essence Level 4 practitioner.

"Break!" Without warning, a long sword materialized in Qin Feng’s grasp. It was Xie Xuan’s blade. With a fluid motion, he parried all incoming assaults, effortlessly deflecting the torrent of power.

"This young troublemaker is not to be underestimated," Sima Mo observed, his expression subtly changing.

"His strength appears to be at least on par with the fourth level of the True Origin Dynasty. It seems this battle won't be as straightforward as I initially anticipated. Even if he truly possesses the ability to defeat a True Essence Level Six expert, perhaps Zhai Zun could still triumph calmly.

"He is finished," Death God Yu Shen declared, his opponent still exuding confidence.

"Take this!" Having easily weathered the onslaught, Qin Feng lunged towards Xue Ding’e, sword extended. Simultaneously, a cascade of sword energy erupted, aimed at piercing his opponent.

"Damn, this is formidable!" Xue Ding’e brought his sword up, slicing furiously, deflecting the lightning, ice shards, and other projectiles. However, when Qin Feng’s sword finally connected, his expression shifted dramatically.

The force of Qin Feng’s blade was demonstrably more terrifying than the previous elemental attacks, approaching the might of True Essence Level 5.

"Jian Yi, you are truly formidable. In a conventional duel, I would likely not be your match," Xue Ding’e admitted, clearly straining under the pressure.

"However, under these circumstances, I can defeat you with ease."

With those words, Xue Ding’e’s form elongated unnaturally for a fleeting moment, stretching towards the far end of the bridge.

"Hmm?"

Qin Feng’s brow furrowed in confusion.

At that precise instant, Xue Ding’e darted into the central area of the chain bridge. The combined force of the lightning, fireballs, and ice pillars he had previously endured was equivalent to a True Essence Level 5 attack. A single such impact would have severely wounded Xue Ding’e. Yet, observing Schroeder transform into a blur, continuously shifting his position on the bridge with a serpentine grace, he effortlessly dodged the redirected elemental assaults.

"This…"

Zhai Zunzhe, Sima Mo, and other profound experts were left in utter astonishment. To evade a force of comparable level is a formidable task, and higher-tier powers are often a matter of sheer luck. The average cultivator wouldn't stand a chance. Yet, Schroeder, through sheer dexterity and mastery of his movement techniques, managed to evade every single attack hurled at him!

"Within my Ghost City, Xue Ding’e possesses the most nimble footwork and speed. His body-honing technique is also a monumental opportunity that I was fortunate to cultivate," Death God stated, placing a hand forward, absolute confidence radiating from him. "If we weren't on this lightning-laced chain bridge, Schroeder would have no match for Jian Yi. However, on this bridge of crackling lightning...

"Jian Yi, if you've got the guts, come over here! Hahaha, if you don't come, then you can't! Because we are destined to separate life from death," Xue Ding’e taunted, deftly dodging a crushing blow while simultaneously challenging Qin Feng.

"Since you're so eager to meet your demise, it would be a shame if I didn't oblige," Qin Feng replied, lightly touching his nose before charging forward without a second thought.

"Go over there!"

"With such immense confidence, do you intend to perish yourself, or do you rely on him?"

At this juncture, Zhai Zunzhe, Sima Mo, Gu Yuyan, and Yu Dou watched with bated breath, and Lan Yue was also observing the unfolding events.

"Shout!"

Qin Feng unleashed his swordsmanship, fully countering the formidable power of a True Essence Level 5 cultivator. The sheer force of the attack exerted tremendous pressure, causing Qin Feng to appear somewhat strained for a moment.

"Hahaha, you truly wish for death! After all, you are young and inexperienced!"

Shi Luo guffawed and instantly transformed into a bewildering blur, rapidly closing the distance and appearing directly in front of them.

"Well executed." Qin Feng extended his right hand, and his long sword let out a resonant hum. Then, the sword's shadow, whether corporeal or illusory, vanished in an instant.

"Hmm, I have already endured the force of a True Essence Level 5 attack. If I were to unleash my full power, I would have killed you by now." As he spoke, his sword shimmered like a phantom, unleashing hundreds of sword lights in rapid succession. Everything in its path was sliced asunder by Qin Feng.

"Original Shock Sword State—Break!"

Qin Feng roared. As his Sword Dao manifested, all the incoming sword lights were shattered. Simultaneously, his figure flashed with incredible speed, zipping past the remnants of the sword lights. He continued his advance directly towards Schroeder's position.

"What?"

"How is this possible?"

"This brat..."

This expression of shock was not confined to Xue Ding’e; Sima Mo and Zhai Zun were equally stunned. This was Xue Ding’e's most potent sword strike, amplified by the overwhelming power of True Essence Level 5. Even seasoned experts at the True Essence Level 5 would struggle to withstand such an assault. Yet, Qin Feng not only withstood it but also retaliated, launching an attack aimed at Shi Luotan.

"His swordsmanship is exceptionally profound and utterly unique. I cannot fathom his true identity," Lan Yueliang uttered, astonished, sensing that Qin Feng must possess an extraordinary background.

"Not good." Xue Ding’e's eyes widened in alarm upon witnessing this turn of events. He simultaneously realized the sheer audacity and formidable strength of this young man, who dared to engage him in such close-quarters combat.