Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2161 1550: Explosion (Part 2)

The outcome mirrors that of the Sea of Laws, yet the peril of assimilation by the Sea of Laws is entirely absent.

A Profound Immortal would certainly covet it, but even a Golden Immortal would fiercely vie for a Hundred Years Enlightenment Fruit.

Li Zhirui now grasped the reason behind the mortal combat between the two peak Profound Immortals – the struggle was for this very Hundred Years Enlightenment Fruit.

"Chong Yan, cease your preposterous talk; if we were to truly gauge our strength, you are far from my equal!" Another voice boomed, its power matching the first.

Boom!

Following a brief exchange, their battle escalated with even greater ferocity. At the heart of their conflict, the very fabric of space visibly distorted.

As moments ticked by, the residual force from their clash intensified, compelling Li Zhirui to invest more concentration and power to maintain his concealment and safeguard his intricate plans.

However, this confrontation showed no signs of an imminent conclusion; it threatened to stretch on indefinitely, a grueling test of endurance for all three involved parties.

"Ahhh!"

After an indeterminate period, a sharp, piercing scream suddenly shattered the air, seemingly emanating from the Profound Immortal known as You Han.

"Chong Yan, you court death!"

An eruption of energy, imbued with an overwhelming Extreme Cold Power, surged outward, blanketing hundreds of miles and summoning a flurry of snowflakes. Observers unaware of their surroundings would be astounded, for the Void knows no sun, clouds, or snow – only an unending expanse of grey mist.

And the source of this unnatural snowfall was none other than the peak Profound Immortal, You Han himself!

"To wield such immense power at the Profound Immortal stage, how formidable must a Golden Immortal be? And beyond them, Taiyi? Daluo? Or perhaps the ultimate pinnacle of this Universe – the Daluo Dao Fruit!?" Boundless yearning filled Li Zhirui, a fervent hope that he might one day attain such a transcendent state.

"Hahahaha..."

Chong Yan, displaying no hint of apprehension or retreat, erupted in laughter. "This should have been done ages ago; let us see whose might truly prevails!"

Rumble——

As his declaration echoed, the entire Void shuddered. A colossal mountain, reaching thousands of feet into the sky, materialized, its presence instantly amplifying the surrounding gravity.

Then, like a divine edict, the mountain plummeted towards You Han, an unstoppable force.

Crack!

You Han unleashed the full extent of his Mana, projecting a stream of deep blue Spirit Light that struck the descending mountain. This light instantly encased the colossal rock, forming a formidable layer of Profound Ice that halted its terrifying descent mid-air.

But his relief was short-lived. With a deafening boom, the ice shattered, and the mountain continued its inexorable advance, as if the previous obstruction had merely been a momentary pause.

"Impossible!"

Witnessing this spectacle, You Han stood dumbfounded, disbelief etched on his face, unable to comprehend how his divine power could be so easily overcome.

Yet, the reality was stark; he could only commit every ounce of his being to rectify the situation, striving to avert injury and disadvantage.

Although he poured all his might into counteracting his previous misstep, successfully repelling the immediate onslaught, the exertion took a significant toll.

In battles of their caliber, such a setback could prove to be the decisive factor leading to You Han's ultimate defeat!

Unyielding, Chong Yan pressed his advantage, unleashing a relentless barrage of potent Divine Power attacks, intent on widening his lead and securing an undeniable victory!

However, despite You Han's progressively deteriorating situation, his formidable resilience still sustained him in the fierce engagement; the possibility of a comeback remained.

Should he manage to exploit even the slightest opening in Chong Yan's defenses, the dynamics of the battle could shift instantly.

Regrettably for You Han, Chong Yan offered no such vulnerability; his aggressive posture was expertly counterbalanced by a meticulously defensive fighting style.

No matter the nature of You Han's offensive maneuvers, Chong Yan effortlessly parried them, maintaining his own safety.

As time wore on, despite both combatants being peak Profound Immortals, the protracted battle severely drained their spiritual energy, transforming into a brutal contest of sheer willpower.

Yet, observing their physical states, it was evident that You Han bore more visible signs of weariness, his aura distinctly diminished.

Under these dire circumstances, barring any unforeseen interventions, he was poised to be the one to suffer defeat.

The ultimate consequence hinged entirely upon his impending decision.

Should he elect to withdraw, abandoning his pursuit of the Hundred-year Dao Fruit, he would emerge with only superficial wounds; conversely, if he chose to persevere, the final outcome became shrouded in uncertainty.

Perhaps he might orchestrate a miraculous reversal, snatching victory from the jaws of defeat; perhaps he would be forced into a desperate, wounded retreat; or perhaps, his existence would be abruptly extinguished, his life force extinguished in this very place!

When confronted with the allure of the Hundred-year Dao Fruit, numerous beings would undoubtedly echo his sentiment – an unwillingness to concede defeat so readily!

You Han made the resolute choice to continue his fight for the Hundred-year Dao Fruit.

"Even now, you refuse to yield? Do you truly intend for this to be a battle of life and death?" Chong Yan inquired icily, his expression grim.

Initially, he had anticipated You Han would choose to withdraw, no longer keen on the intense competition, especially given You Han's precarious condition, which risked jeopardizing years of dedicated cultivation.

However, Chong Yan's expectations were not met; in addition, his own expenditure was substantial, leaving scant Mana.

Continuing the engagement, even with a victory, carried inherent risks; should any mishap transpire, both combatants would face peril!

Especially when considering the prior emergence of a Mystic Immortal Cultivator—who could ascertain if he had truly departed? What if he lay in concealment at the periphery of the conflict, poised to strike?

"Hahaha, if you're trembling in fear, why not simply concede the Hundred-year Dao Fruit to me!" You Han immediately perceived the apprehension in Chong Yan's words, dreading the possibility of becoming 'the sandpiper and the clam,' only for a 'fisherman' to reap the spoils.

Yet, the very notion intensified his resolve to remain; rather, he was set on battling until the bitter end.

For perhaps, this very moment represented his opportunity to dramatically shift the balance!

"Since you are intent on meeting your demise, I shall oblige!" Chong Yan, incensed by his intentions being laid bare, unleashed a ferocious assault.

Rumble——

Abruptly, a multitude of meteors rained down from The Void, relentlessly pelting You Han.

Undaunted, he retaliated, conjuring ice blades that sliced through the incoming meteors, neutralizing the majority even as he sustained personal injury.

Both contenders were now depleted; victory in securing the Hundred-year Dao Fruit would belong to whoever possessed the greater endurance!

...

Meanwhile.

Li Zhirui, hidden at the fringe of the combat zone, detected the pronounced weakening of energy fluctuations, becoming acutely aware.

He understood their fierce encounter was approaching its climax!

Furthermore, the circumstances appeared to be aligning in his favor—with both combatants severely wounded, or one vanquished and the other gravely imperiled.

In either of these eventualities, Li Zhirui might very well seize both of their treasured Spiritual Objects.

"Patience is key; the hour for my appearance has not yet arrived."

Should he reveal himself prematurely, it risked alerting them and instigating a change in their tactics.

This was precisely what Li Zhirui sought to avoid, thus he opted to maintain his vigil!

Time slipped by, the duration uncertain.

Boom!

Suddenly, a thunderous detonation echoed nearby.

A furious bellow followed in its wake: "You Han, you absolute lunatic!"

Rumble!

This initial blast precipitated a cascade of subsequent explosions, unleashing widespread devastation at the heart of the battlefield, the terrifying energies wreaking havoc!

Even Li Zhirui, positioned at a considerable distance, felt a shiver of apprehension, intensely curious to discern the cause of such a fearsome barrage.

After a period had elapsed, the residual effects of the explosion finally subsided.

Li Zhirui persisted in his concealment, diligently suppressing his aura and cautiously advancing toward the depleted battlefield.