Chapter 477: The Rock Giant!

"This is... a Rock Giant!"

Ling Feng's eyes twitched. This creature stood at least three zhang[1] tall, with a body covered in grayish-brown hues. Its robust figure had lines that seemed sculpted with distinct contours. If it remained motionless, anyone would think it was a masterpiece carved by a skilled artisan.

Ling Feng had heard of such unique beings existing in the Sea-Blue Abyss but never thought he would actually encounter one.

Unlike the Earth-Fire Flame Demon he had previously faced, this Rock Giant did not have blazing flames. However, its terrifying aura was nearly suffocating.

The Rock Giant was immensely tall and its facial expression was somewhat vacant, yet its blood-red eyes added a hint of ferocity to it. Ling Feng took a deep breath, his hand gripping the Eradicator of Realms slightly sweaty as he sensed that the Rock Giant's aura had reached the Spiritual Element Realm.

But that wasn't the most terrifying part. The Rock Giant's physical strength and defense were far superior to ordinary Spiritual Element Realm experts. Moreover, it seemed to be an elemental life form, like the Earth-Fire Flame Demon, with no apparent weaknesses.

"Zifeng!"

Ling Feng immediately summoned Zifeng through his thoughts. The creature quickly noticed the massive stone figure. Initially, its eyes lit up, but it soon lost interest.

"Unfortunately, this elemental life form isn't as useful as the Earth-Fire Flame Demon from last time; otherwise, I would have used it for another molting rebirth."

Zifeng's complaint shattered Ling Feng's hope, as he had thought Zifeng would be interested in this elemental life form.

"Since you're not interested, I'll use it to test my skills!"

Ling Feng licked his dry lips, his eyes gleaming with determination.

"Kid, are you sure about this? This Rock Giant, though only equivalent to a fifth-tier demonic beast, possesses astonishing brute strength. If it hits you once, you might lose half your life," the despicable donkey said with a mischievous grin. "Why not let this divine beast handle it, and you give me the Five Elements Heavenly Palace in return?"

"No need for your concern." Ling Feng raised an eyebrow. The Rock Giant was indeed nearly invincible and incredibly strong, but it had a significant weakness: it was slow!

With his Boundless Sword Steps, the Rock Giant would have no chance of hitting him. Besides, Ling Feng wanted to use this creature to test his newly learned move, Earth's Judgment!

Boom!

During Ling Feng and the despicable donkey's conversation, the Rock Giant had not stopped moving. In the blink of an eye, it reached Ling Feng and swung the massive stone pillar in its hand towards him.

"Perfect timing!"

Ling Feng's figure expanded as he activated the Boundless Sword Steps, dodging the Rock Giant's terrifying strike. At the same time, he initiated the Sky Breaking Transformation of the Eight Desolations Body Refinement Art. His muscles swelled exaggeratedly, brimming with explosive power.

The Rock Giant's body was formidable, but Ling Feng's body, refined through the Eight Desolations Body Refinement Art, was also at the level of a fierce beast!

"

Roar!

"

Ling Feng let out a low roar, his long sword sweeping out to unleash silver sword qi that slashed fiercely towards the Rock Giant's eyes.

The newly generated Cold Spirit true qi he acquired from refining the Cold Spirit Bone was much higher in grade and power than the Earth-Fire true qi. Naturally, Ling Feng chose the more potent Cold Spirit true qi for battle, relegating the Earth-Fire true qi to alchemical uses.

In combat, the chilling Cold Spirit true qi was undoubtedly superior.

Zheng!

The silver sword energy surged, resembling a flowing river of stars, bringing a chill as the sword qi enveloped the Rock Giant's entire head.

Though the Rock Giant appeared clumsy, its combat instincts were incredibly strong. The giant pillar in its hand spun and swept forward, crashing down violently. The terrifying gusts it generated made the surrounding ancient forest rustle. If that pillar hit someone, they would be turned into minced meat.

Boom!

A tremendous explosion echoed through the canyon as Ling Feng's longsword struck the massive stone pillar. A surge of brute force coursed through his grip and caused a numbing sensation.

"Six Paths—Rise and Fall!"

𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

Ling Feng shouted, unlocking the first of the Primordial Locks and channeling all his strength into deflecting the giant pillar. His longsword glowed silver as he slashed fiercely at the Rock Giant.

In an instant, silver light filled the canyon and dispelled the darkness.

Roar!

The Rock Giant sensed the danger and quickly crossed its arms over its chest. Its blood-red eyes flickered with ghostly flames, allowing it to summon an even more terrifying power.

Ling Feng advanced, his longsword raised high as he aimed a powerful strike at the Rock Giant's head.

Bang!

The sword strike caused the ground to shake violently. The Rock Giant was driven into the ground with its lower body buried. A shockwave radiated outward, causing rocks to tumble down the canyon walls.

Ling Feng's right arm trembled slightly as he looked at the Rock Giant in surprise. He had expected his strike to shatter the giant's head, but the creature's resilience was astonishing. It had managed to divert the force into the ground.

"

Huff...

"

Ling Feng shook his arm. The Rock Giant's body was too hard, and the recoil had left his right side numb.

Rumble!

The ground shook again as the Rock Giant burst forth, leaping high into the air. Its gray-black body exuded a terrifying aura like a mighty demon god.

"

Roar!

" The Rock Giant howled at the sky, swinging its pillar down at Ling Feng with such destructive force that it tore space and formed black vortices.

"I'll have to use Earth's Judgment!"

Ling Feng took a deep breath and launched himself from the ground, charging at the Rock Giant.

His eyes gleamed with determination. At that moment, his entire body exploded with power.

Boom!

The longsword and the pillar clashed again. Ling Feng twisted in mid-air, deflecting the giant's brute force. Using his speed, he swept his sword towards the Rock Giant's neck.

Boom!

The terrifying force sent the Rock Giant flying into a mountain, creating a massive crater. Yet, the creature quickly rebounded, seemingly unscathed.

However, Ling Feng hovered above with wings of true qi spread behind him, a cold smile on his face.

Surrounded by silver true qi, his aura had reached its peak.

Finally, he emotionlessly uttered, "Earth's Judgment!"

1. 10 meters or 33 freedom units (ft) ☜