Chapter 868: Finding Life Through Death

Qin Hucheng's voice was not loud, but all those who heard it sensed the unmistakable courage and honor behind it, willingly embracing death.

They felt as though they were looking at an unsheathed sword—bloodless and unyielding, never willing to return to its scabbard. Many of the surrounding cultivators couldn't help but shudder at the intense resolve emanating from Qin Hucheng. They silently vowed never to offend sword cultivators, who were known for their unrelenting nature, even among their own ranks.

A Profound Immortal sword cultivator from the Qiankun Sword Sect murmured to himself, "Such a resolve to fight to the death,"

Around them, elders from the various sword cultivator sects of Celestial Empire and Northern Dipper also nodded in agreement. Although their relations with the Void Immortal Sword Sect were not favorable, they had to admit their sword cultivators had clearly displayed an honorable relentless aura, one battle after the other. The sect was on the brink of destruction, yet their spirits had not waned.

The Profound Immortal sword cultivator from the Kunlun Sword Sect said indifferently, "Let him continue then."

Upon hearing this, the elder from the Qiankun Sword Sect nodded.

Immediately, a young sword cultivator stepped out from the sect's gates. He transformed into a sword of light and arrived before Qin Hucheng, standing a hundred paces away from him.

The two warriors faced each other with palpable tension

The young man spoke, his tone firm yet respectful. "Qiankun Sword Sect's Baili Henggang. Greetings, Daoist Qin."

Someone nearby muttered, "Baili Henggang? So it's him. Although his cultivation is similar to Qin Hucheng's, both at the mid-stage of Fusion Realm, I've heard he passed the Third Calamity years ago."

"A cultivator who has passed the calamity achieves a more perfect state, and their cultivation tends to progress smoothly from there. They are far stronger in combat, no longer hesitant or fearful."

Someone added, "Six years ago, a demon cultivator at the peak of the Fusion Realm offended Bai Li Henggang. Bai Li chased him for ninety-eight thousand miles, ultimately cutting him down with his sword. This demon cultivator was about to ascend to the Dao Union Realm, just like Qin Hucheng now."

"His sword technique is unmatched, and even the late-stage Fusion Realm and those at the

A third person grimaced and remarked, "Not only that, but Bai Li Henggang's Furious Sea Sword Intent is not to be underestimated...."

Bai Li Henggang looked at Qin Hucheng and said, "Daoist Qin, you have fought several battles. You likely won't be able to stop my Furious Sea Sword Intent. If you concede this battle, there may still be opportunities for you to break into the Upper Three Realms in the future."

On the side of the Void Immortal Sword Sect, Wang Zhenlong had not only brought several peak masters, but also many disciples. Among them were elders from various peaks, such as the Extreme Sword Peak and the Main Peak.

While the younger disciples might not fully grasp Qin Hucheng's current state, the peak masters, as cultivators of Fusion Realm themselves, wore expressions of concern.

Qin Hucheng was at the end of his rope. Facing Bai Li Henggang who was at the mid-stage Fusion Realm, would only further expose the gap. Bai Li's sword skills were practically unrivaled at this stage, making him an extremely formidable foe.

This battle would surely devolve into a life-or-death struggle for Qin Hucheng. With it, the fate of the Void Immortal Sword Sect's Sword Questioning seemed poised to meet a premature end on Qiankun Island.

One of the Void Immortal Sword Sect disciples asked, their voice tinged with worry, "Is Senior Brother Qin's internal injury truly that serious...?"

With dread settling in their hearts, another disciple replied, "Even if his injuries aren't fatal, this is a battle between experts. The slightest mistake could lead to a disaster. This battle may very well be a life-or-death trial for Senior Brother Qin."

"This..."

Perhaps sensing the concern of his fellow disciples, Qin Hucheng smiled at them and then looked at Bai Li Hengang, smiling. He said, "As I already mentioned, my sword won't rest until the end. You don't have to worry about me, Daoist Bai Li."

"Alright then."

As soon as the words left Bai Li Hengang's mouth, the two men simultaneously unleashed terrifying and intense sword intent.

Unlike Qin Hucheng's sword intent, Bai Li Hengang's seemed to transform into a vast, towering tsunami, ready to devour everything!

"Furious Sea Sword Intent!"

The watching cultivators immediately felt as though they were personally in the midst of it, like an ordinary mortal facing this all-consuming giant wave, a feeling of helplessness rising in their hearts.

Even some late-stage Fusion Realm cultivators and those at the grand completion stage experienced the same sensation.

𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

A look of shock flashed through the Falling Whale King's eyes. She marveled, "What a terrifying sword intent!"

Is this the kind of sword intent that only sword cultivators can comprehend?

Perhaps the most terrifying aspect of sword cultivators lay not only in their supreme offensive power but in the sword intent that can destroy another cultivator's Dao heart.

"The Furious Sea Sword Intent is indeed impressive. I believe this person will become a Profound Immortal in the future."

Young Master Zuo Xu chuckled. His praise was sincere, not a hint of envy in his eyes.

Falling Whale King laughed softly. "Young Master Zuo Xu, even such a sword cultivator, in your eyes... should be rather ordinary, right?"

The Green-Headed Sea Turtle and other demon cultivators exchanged looks of surprise.

Who exactly is this person, to have earned such admiration from their king?

Zuo Xu smiled lightly. "That's not true. Sword cultivators, no matter where they come from, always deserve a higher regard than ordinary people."

At this moment, someone let out a startled cry.

Zuo Xu and the Falling Whale King had not taken their attention off the two sword cultivators, and they noticed something unusual about Qin Huicheng, who appeared helpless in the face of the Furious Sea Sword Intent. A strange aura began to surge from him.

Qin Huicheng placed his hands at his sides, quietly gazing at the vast, overwhelming sea of rage before him. A deathly aura flowed from his eyes, and then it spread all over him.

The blue stone floor beneath his feet suddenly began to rot, spreading outward at a visible rate. Occasionally, a few tenacious wild grasses growing in the cracks of the floor gradually withered, turning to ashes under the influence of the deathly aura.

All the Profound Immortal sword cultivators present were shocked. Zhang Ling, the Peak Master of Extreme Sword Peak, trembled slightly. Suppressing his excitement, he muttered, "Is this... the Death Sword Intent?"

Wang Zhenlong's gaze became heavy, and he responded gravely, "From death to life. He indeed took this sword as a sword to the death, so he comprehended the Death Sword Intent in the midst of battle."

The Profound Immortal sword cultivators from the Qiankun Sword Sect narrowed their eyes, as if sharp rays of light were surging from within them.

The Death Sword Intent was not unique among sword cultivators; throughout history, many sword cultivators had comprehended this intent, enhancing their offensive power to a terrifying level.

However... the terror of the sword's intent is not only the effect it has on others but also on the cultivator themselves.

Sword cultivators already had short lifespans, and those who comprehend the Death Sword Intent often set aside life and death, which would undoubtedly place them in immense danger often, ultimately leading to premature death.

In the Central Continent, Celestial Heaven, Northern Dipper, and many other regions where cultivators couldn't make it due to the distance, many people were tuning in to the event through their Heaven Profound Mirrors.

At this moment, everyone watching couldn't help but tremble. They hurriedly suppressed their shock as they stared intently at Qin Huicheng.

Gai Hong, along with many other peerless geniuses from the Central Continent, sat at the bow of his immortal boat. Upon seeing the large image in the Heavenly Profound Mirror in the sky, they couldn't help but exclaim.

"Is Qin Huicheng insane? Even if he never comprehends any sword intent in his lifetime, he shouldn't attempt to comprehend the Death Sword Intent...."

From the major cities and estates in the Central Continent to second and third-tier empires, countless people witnessed the scene where Qin Huicheng comprehended the Death Sword Intent.

In the void, Fang Chen and Elder Xun stood together, looking down at the thick death aura emanating from Qin Huicheng, their eyes filled with a complex expression.

Although he was a disciple of the Spirit Blood Sect, he was now willing to follow the path of death for the sake of the Void Immortal Sword Sect.

What exactly is he thinking?