C471 Grandmaster Level Martial Skill

"How is this possible!"

Zhan Yifei stared in disbelief at the sword nearly touching his throat, his face full of shock and excitement. Woo Zhengyang smiled slightly and withdrew the No Life Sword. The No Life Sword was a King Rank weapon, and if it had truly collided with Zhan Yifei's Body Protecting Astral Qi, it would have been unstoppable. Woo Zhengyang wasn't ready to reveal the true level of his weapon just yet.

"Nothing is impossible. You've lost!" The young man who had just mocked Zhan Yifei spoke again, but this time without any trace of ridicule. The final outcome made him understand clearly. Losing three times in a row wasn't because Zhan Yifei was weak; it was because this challenger was incredibly strong.

"What just happened? How did your sword keep disappearing and reappearing?" Zhan Yifei was still excited, eagerly asking Woo Zhengyang.

"His sword never changed direction; you fell for it..." the young man explained. As he spoke, his eyes remained fixed on Woo Zhengyang, as did the eyes of the other young men on the platform, as if trying to see through him.

Woo Zhengyang, of course, offered no explanation. He put away the No Life Sword and extended his hand toward Zhan Yifei. Reluctantly, Zhan Yifei handed over a numbered token, still persistent in his questioning, "Where are you from, and what martial technique did you just use?"

"Master-level technique," Woo Zhengyang replied ambiguously, turning to step off the platform.

Woo Zhengyang had just executed a move from the "Ink Night Sword Washing Arts." However, he cleverly combined the second and third forms of this technique. This insight was inspired by Zhan Yifei, pushing Woo Zhengyang’s understanding of martial arts to a deeper level.

The first form of the "Ink Night Sword Washing Arts" focuses on illusion, which caught Zhan Yifei off guard, proving highly effective. The second form emphasizes speed, but its illusions are easily dispelled, especially by someone like Zhan Yifei, who is equally adept with Soul Energy. While the speed was impressive, relying solely on it to defeat an opponent was unrealistic, given the gap in their skill levels.

Therefore, before fully executing the second form, Woo Zhengyang had already initiated the third form, which cleanses the sword’s intent. Zhan Yifei’s mastery of the "Ape Strike Technique" was extraordinary, appearing chaotic yet perfectly harnessing maximum combat power. From Zhan Yifei, Woo Zhengyang learned the art of unorthodox attacks, leading to his strategy of using the second and third forms simultaneously.

The second form served as a setup, while the third form was the key to Woo Zhengyang’s victory. As the second form unfolded, Zhan Yifei effortlessly dispelled the illusion, feeling a hint of satisfaction.

Unbeknownst to him, as he dispelled the illusions, he was also stepping into the third form...

The third form of the "Ink Night Sword Washing Arts" is about cleansing the intent within the sword. This form doesn't rely on strength or speed but on the Martial Dao Concept. To unleash the power of the third form, one must comprehend the will of martial arts, refining the sword force and even the sword's intent. Woo Zhengyang discovered this later, realizing it was something he could execute.

Unlike ordinary martial techniques, this form doesn't harness the power of the Martial Dao Concept but rather its uniqueness, merging the sword with the world as if it vanished. It also uses the power of illusions and martial will to create false images. The long sword Zhan Yifei saw hovering above him was an illusion, and under the influence of the sword force, he didn't realize it until it disappeared. He was left wondering how the sword vanished, not realizing it never truly existed. The essence of the No Life Sword never changed direction, staying aimed at his throat...

"Master-level martial technique, even a master-level technique shouldn't be like this. My technique is master-level too!" On the platform, Zhan Yifei was still struggling to shake off the sting of three consecutive defeats, muttering to himself. According to the rules of this world, a master-level martial technique is one that even a martial arts master can use.

The "Ape Strike Technique" is a master-level martial art, so Woo Zhengyang wasn't surprised that Zhan Yifei dedicated himself to mastering it. As for the "Ink Night Sword Washing Arts," Woo Zhengyang wasn't entirely sure about its intricacies. He initially thought that its four forms corresponded to four levels, suggesting it was a grandmaster-level skill. However, the third move didn't require any specific cultivation level, which threw off his assessment. Now, he's certain that even at its lowest, it's at least a master-level technique, which is why he made that claim.

Yet, even among master-level skills, there are distinctions in quality. If the "Ink Night Sword Washing Arts" truly is master-level, it must be at the pinnacle of that category. To perform this technique, one needs not only Soul Energy but also a refined Martial Dao Concept, which is much harder to achieve than simply becoming a martial arts master.

Woo Zhengyang's Soul Energy is extraordinary, and he has honed his Martial Dao Concept, allowing him to unleash the full power of the "Ink Night Sword Washing Arts." Zhan Yifei's defeat was inevitable under these circumstances.

In truth, Zhan Yifei was quite unlucky. If he had started with an aggressive attack using his staff, Woo Zhengyang wouldn't have stood a chance. But by gradually revealing his techniques, Zhan Yifei inadvertently allowed Woo Zhengyang to learn and understand the "Ape Strike Technique," leading to his own downfall.

Of course, if it were a real life-and-death struggle, Woo Zhengyang would ultimately come out on top. He possesses a King Rank weapon and the Ice Crystal Fire Body, and even has Bing'er and her three companions as his support. However, these assets are not something Woo Zhengyang can reveal lightly; otherwise, the situation might spiral out of control.

Regardless, Woo Zhengyang's plan to make a name for himself has succeeded. Whether the subsequent developments align with his vision depends on the attitude of the Azure Sun Martial Mansion.

As Woo Zhengyang stepped down from the stage, Yu Xiaoshui, Liu Dahu, and the others still looked at him in stunned silence, their eyes wide with disbelief. Only Rice remained the same, cheerfully leaping into Woo Zhengyang's arms, unaware of the impressive feat he had just accomplished.

"Wait a minute..." Zhan Yifei suddenly called out, stopping Woo Zhengyang.

"What's up?" Woo Zhengyang replied, snapping back to reality.

"How about we have another match sometime?"

"We'll see."

"If I remember correctly, the little girl in your arms hasn't had her challenge yet, right?"

Hearing Zhan Yifei mention Rice, Woo Zhengyang's eyes narrowed as he replied coldly, "What do you mean?"

"Don't worry, I'm not that cruel. But if you agree to my terms, I can count her as having succeeded three times, and it'll be the same in the future. Every time you succeed in a challenge, it'll count as a victory for her too!"