Chapter 193 Overcoming Rigidity With Softness Is Because It Is Not Rigid Enough
The sword energy in the shape of a dragon roamed freely, instantly shattering Zhang Zhiwei's sword formation.
The expressions of the people around changed.
Su Chen actually broke through Zhang Zhiwei's sword formation?
With a difference of two realms, how is that possible?
Zhang Zhiwei's expression also changed drastically as he looked at Su Chen.
Su Chen held the Longquan Sword in his hand, slowly lowering it to the ground.
"It seems like it's not over yet."
Zhang Zhiwei restrained his expression.
His expression became serious once again.
In an instant, he made another move.
This time, he chose close-quarters combat.
Since the sword formation couldn't trap Su Chen, he decided to engage in close combat to deplete Su Chen's sword energy.
If Su Chen's spiritual energy runs out, he will naturally win.
A sword energy soared into the sky, sweeping towards Su Chen.
Suddenly, the gentle sword energy rushed towards Su Chen like a tide.
Su Chen waved the Longquan Sword in his hand.
At this moment, the Longquan Sword in Su Chen's hand was different from before, with the appearance of a dragon around the blade.
Su Chen released his sword energy, repelling the tide-like sword energy.
In the eyes of outsiders, this scene seemed no different from before.
But in Zhang Zhiwei's eyes, everything had changed.
How did Su Chen break through my sword energy so easily now?
In just a moment, did Su Chen suddenly become stronger?
If this continues, my sword energy won't be able to match Su Chen's consumption.
Su Chen directly shattered Zhang Zhiwei's sword energy with a single strike.
Then he smiled faintly, "Sword cultivation emphasizes pure attack. It's not interesting to rely on consuming spiritual energy to win, like you."
Zhang Zhiwei's expression became ugly.
Judging from Su Chen's ability to break his sword energy, even if they were to compete in the consumption of spiritual energy, he was no longer Su Chen's match.
Wang Longye naturally saw the trick behind this.
He looked at Su Chen with astonishment and resentment in his eyes.
Among the participants this time, Zhang Zhiwei was almost the strongest. If Su Chen surpasses him, it would be almost impossible for others to defeat Su Chen.
His face turned ugly, and he looked at Su Chen with a resentful gaze.
Tang Yuyan, on the other hand, had a pleased expression.
When the maid saw Tang Yuyan smiling, she curiously asked, "Miss, what happened?"
Tang Yuyan spoke, "I don't know what method Su Chen used, but he actually managed to break Zhang Zhiwei's sword energy."
"Does that mean Su Chen is going to win?"
Tang Yuyan nodded.
"But Su Chen's strength is only at the third level of the Soul Formation realm. This competition will probably end with Zhang Zhiwei's spiritual energy being depleted."
"That's too boring!"
While the maid was complaining,
Su Chen suddenly flew up.
The body of the Longquan Sword became incredibly large.
At the same time, a spiritual body appeared behind Su Chen, draped in a white robe with flowing long hair.
Holding the Longquan Sword, he looked carefree and at ease.
Then, the Longquan Sword struck heavily.
Supreme sword energy surged towards Zhang Zhiwei.
Zhang Zhiwei's expression changed as he released all his spiritual energy and rose to defend against this sword energy.
A sword formation formed in front of Zhang Zhiwei.
The sword energy within the formation was like a tide.
Su Chen pressed forward without hesitation and shouted, "Break!"
As the words fell, the supreme sword energy swiftly struck down, instantly shattering Zhang Zhiwei's sword formation.
The shattered sword formation, along with the massive strike, landed in front of Zhang Zhiwei.
Su Chen held the Longquan Sword, stopping the tip of the sword just an inch away from Zhang Zhiwei's face.
Then, Su Chen looked at Zhang Zhiwei with a smile.
"You win. Your skills are superior, and I admit defeat."
Su Chen smiled.
"You just said that softness can overcome hardness, didn't you?"
"The reason why softness can overcome hardness is because it is not hard enough."
"The coexistence and mutual restraint of softness and hardness, where does the idea of restraint come from?"
After saying that, Su Chen retracted the Longquan Sword.
The venue had already exploded at this moment.
Countless people couldn't believe that Su Chen had actually won.
Those who hadn't witnessed Su Chen's competition yesterday widened their eyes and looked at this young cultivator.
This cultivator, who appeared to be only twenty-three or twenty-four years old, was actually able to challenge opponents of higher levels?
Moreover, entering the Sword Sect at such a young age, he was probably the youngest disciple ever recruited by the Sword Sect!
Some cultivators who had already witnessed Su Chen's competition yesterday were no longer surprised.
Wang Longye's face turned extremely ugly.
Su Chen's gaze fell on him.
He smiled faintly.
That smile was full of mockery in Wang Longye's eyes.
He angrily turned and left.
Although Su Chen had defeated Zhang Zhiwei, he absolutely couldn't let him smoothly enter the Sword Sect.
If necessary, he would deal with him outside.
Tang Yuyan saw that Su Chen had won the competition and was filled with joy.
It seemed that she hadn't misjudged him.
Su Chen's talent was definitely beyond ordinary.
It was just a pity that Su Chen hadn't practiced Daoist techniques.
The maid stuck out her tongue on the side.
"Miss, all your guesses were wrong."
Tang Yuyan smiled.
"Maybe Su Chen is just too much of a genius. I can't predict any of his actions."
At this moment, Su Chen retracted the Longquan Sword and silently walked out of the venue.
Today's competition was considered over.
But in the next few days, Su Chen would still have to face other victorious opponents.
In the Spiritual Realm, the Golden Dragon was panting heavily.
"This kid can actually perform the fusion of man and sword."
"And does that spiritual body resemble the one released by the Red Dust Sword Immortal back then?"
The old man of the Tao Te Ching smiled calmly.
"I knew you couldn't sit still."
Based on Su Chen's strength, even if he had reached the fifth level of Soul Formation in sword qi comprehension, it would be impossible to break through the soft and watery sword formation.
The Golden Dragon smiled.
"I can't just watch that kid kneel down."
The battle just now was indeed assisted by the Golden Dragon.
But the Golden Dragon didn't provide any help in terms of power.
Instead, it gave Su Chen an opportunity to try.
In Su Chen's previous battles, the Longquan Sword only carried the aura of the Golden Dragon.
But the Golden Dragon had never truly fought while being integrated into the sword.
The power of the Golden Dragon was too immense. Once it merged into the Longquan Sword for battle, the cultivator needed to possess extremely powerful strength.
Otherwise, they would go astray.
A sword with a spirit itself was full of risks.
This was just a trial for the Golden Dragon.
But unexpectedly, Su Chen actually succeeded.
The Golden Dragon waved its hand and then walked to the side.
"I'll rest for a while. It's been a long time since I fought while being integrated into a sword. Since the Red Dust Sword Immortal, I haven't truly entered this Longquan Sword for anyone."
At this moment, in the venue.
An old man had a serious expression.
A middle-aged man stood beside him.
"Did you watch that competition?"
The old man asked.
"I did. This Su Chen is indeed strong. I originally thought Zhang Zhiwei would be the one to enter the Sword Sect this time, but I didn't expect someone to defeat him."
"And with his age, he will probably be the youngest disciple to enter the Sword Sect! With such talent, I'm afraid even some of the inner disciples can't compare."
The middle-aged man replied slowly.