Read Novel Full Chapter 1779: Chapter 959: Foresight, Ultimately Defeated by the Dao Artifact
Chapter 1779: Chapter 959: Foresight, Ultimately Defeated by the Dao Artifact
As soon as the atmosphere became subtle, Zhao Sheng immediately changed the topic and said sincerely, “Senior Bo Xian, this humble Taoist has just arrived and wishes to find a place to cultivate near the Ancient Array. I hope to receive your approval. I wonder if you could make an exception, senior.”
Shen Jizi nodded slightly and said warmly, “This matter is not difficult, but not easy either. If you wish to cultivate here, you only need the nod from me, the Sword Immortal, and Wozu.”
At this point, his expression changed, and his voice turned somewhat severe, “My requirement is very simple. As long as you can touch me, you will have passed my test.”
“Are you serious?!” Zhao Sheng’s eyes lit up, and he immediately asked.
“I have never spoken falsely before,” Shen Jizi said indifferently.
“If that’s the case, please forgive this humble Taoist for any offense!”
Before he finished speaking, Zhao Sheng’s eyes suddenly shot out two bursts of Divine Light.
In an instant, the void of heaven and earth became incomparably slow, the flow of time reduced by ten thousand times.
In a mere fraction of an instant, he unleashed thousands upon thousands of Invisible Sword Lights with the technique of visual capture.
The Sword Lights were as dense as rain, all pouring onto Shen Jizi.
Bang bang bang…
However, a shocking scene unfolded. The countless Sword Lights easily pierced through Shen Jizi’s body and penetrated the ground like lightning.
In an instant, a multitude of thumb-thick holes appeared on the ground. The edges of the holes were extremely smooth and seemed unfathomably deep.
Zhao Sheng’s pupils contracted when he saw Shen Jizi still standing in place, completely unscathed.
“Not on this shore, not on the other shore, not in the middle! Senior truly understands the Buddhist way of emptiness. What a remarkable method!” Zhao Sheng’s heart chilled, and he couldn’t help but voice his admiration.
But even as he praised, he unleashed a series of Sound Attacks, Heaven and Earth Divine Search, Void Sense, and dozens of other Divine Secret Techniques, trying to capture Shen Jizi’s traces.
However, no matter what method he used, he found nothing.
This person seemed like a vivid illusion, as if his presence could be felt, yet he was intangible and elusive.
At this moment, Shen Jizi smiled slightly and said calmly, “Taoist, no need to hold back, please give it your all.”
Hearing these words, a trace of anger stirred within Zhao Sheng.
The next moment, he calmly closed his eyes and stood there for a long time without making a move.
And at the instant he closed his eyes, the void of heaven and earth faded from reality, replaced by a strange “world” where all things were intertwined and overlapped with the frequencies and Law Silk Strings.
This world was incomparably splendid and magnificent, with endless silk strings constantly intertwining, stacking, and evolving into more profound changes.
In the dark void, Zhao Sheng suddenly captured a hint of “disharmony.”
It was hidden extremely deeply, constantly shifting its position, almost impossible to pinpoint precisely.
“Found you!” Zhao Sheng’s Primordial Spirit integrated with heaven and earth, and his vast Will and Divine Thought instantly transformed into a massive net, enveloping the hint of “disharmony.”
In the next instant, he suddenly shouted, “Mixed Element Qi Hand Seal!”
Accompanied by the Divine Sound, a massive black hand appeared out of thin air, heavily striking Shen Jizi’s head.
Rumble!
With a tremor, the ground suddenly had a massive handprint several yards deep, with fingers clearly defined.
However…
Zhao Sheng abruptly opened his eyes, a look of shock flashing in his eyes.
Looking at Shen Jizi not far away, still unharmed, even with his profound state of mind, Zhao Sheng couldn’t help but show a hint of emotion.
Zhao Sheng was fully aware that he had indeed captured a trace of Shen Jizi’s presence just now.
However, the opponent was even faster than him. At the moment of his attack, Shen Jizi had anticipated the trajectory and managed to evade it.
“Again!” Zhao Sheng’s fighting spirit surged, and this time he employed the Infinite Heaven Traveling Skill.
In a flash, the Principle World reappeared, and time almost came to a halt.
It didn’t take long before he once again captured that hint of “disharmony.”
With a thought, Zhao Sheng’s figure suddenly blurred.
Bang bang bang!
The ground once again had several palm prints, each a yard in diameter and extremely deep.
This time, Shen Jizi’s expression slightly changed, losing his previously calm demeanor.
He slowly looked down and saw three holes in his Daoist robe, revealing jade-like white skin beneath.
Zhao Sheng had nearly harmed him because the Infinite Heaven Traveling Skill shattered the limitations on his speed, reaching an ultimate realm comparable to that of an Immortal.
As Shen Jizi casually smoothed the holes in his Daoist robe, he sincerely praised, “Excellent, excellent, the Mixed Element Daoist’s strength is extraordinary. It seems you are just one step away from proving the Dao and ascending. Had I not reacted swiftly, you would have almost harmed me earlier.”
Upon hearing this, Zhao Sheng secretly frowned.
What Shen Jizi said wasn’t unfounded, he indeed lacked just a tiny bit.
But sometimes, even the slightest gap can never be bridged.
“Senior, your escape skills are unfathomable and profound. I truly admire them. But, you won’t be so lucky next time.”
As he spoke, Zhao Sheng unexpectedly closed his eyes once more.
When the Law Heaven and Earth manifested for the third time, within the boundless Sea of Laws, abruptly emerged one, two, three… even countless “disharmonies.”
Everywhere there was “disharmony”, there was a flaw!
Yet, with these numerous “flaws,” the result left him in a dilemma, unable to take action.
Zhao Sheng could not determine where Shen Jizi’s True Body was, and naturally couldn’t harm him.
We have to admit, Shen Jizi’s methods were exceedingly cunning. With just one move, “Fish Eye and Pearl”, he easily nullified Zhao Sheng’s offensive.
A few breaths later, Zhao Sheng sighed inwardly, having already made some decision in his heart.
The next moment, a silvery-white mask silently appeared on his face.
Immediately behind him, a colossal enigmatic beast appeared out of nowhere.
The beast had the head of a man and the body of a snake. In the center of its face was a gigantic vertical pupil, pitch black and constantly exuding indescribable terrifying waves.
“Beyond the Northwest Sea, north of Red Water, lies Zhangwei Mountain. There resides a deity with a human face and snake body, its eyes straight and true, veiled in darkness at rest, and bright upon seeing. It neither eats nor sleeps nor rests, and the winds and rains are its attendants. This is the Candle Dragon.”
The eyes of the Candle Dragon can control light and darkness, and it has the power to see through the Netherworld and perceive falsehoods.
In a split second, the Candle Dragon turned its head, slowly observing heaven and earth, while its vertical pupil emitted a dim, ghostly brilliance.
No one knew how much time had passed when the vertical pupil suddenly fixed in place, then abruptly shot out a pitch-black light beam as thick as an embrace. The beam pierced through layers of illusions and heavily struck a sky-blue shield.
With one strike, the shield shattered, and the Candle Dragon Divine Light gradually vanished.
At the same time, Shen Jizi finally moved his steps, quietly moving a few steps to the left.
Even with his preparation, the earlier strike startled him.
But he had no time to breathe, as hundreds and thousands of Candle Dragon Divine Light attacked again, startling Shen Jizi into dodging all around, appearing exceptionally perilous.
In an instant, Shen Jizi felt a chilling sensation behind him, clearly sensing a matchless murderous intent approaching from his rear.
As his mind spun rapidly, Shen Jizi managed to shift his body just in the nick of time to narrowly evade a calculated punch from Zhao Sheng.
Did his heart ache?
Or… does this person have the power of foresight?!
Missing his certain-strike, Zhao Sheng’s thoughts raced, with countless ideas suddenly flashing through his mind.
Thinking of his opponent being famed for “Divine Strategy”, Zhao Sheng instantly seemed to understand something.
The next moment, he cleared all thoughts, gently emptying his spirit, then followed a faint spirit light within the void, quickly capturing the elusive silhouette.
In that instant, a blood light shot forth from the depths of the Soul Sea. It pierced through the Void of the Purple Mansion and flickered away!
Stop!
The blood light landed on Shen Jizi’s chest, suddenly materializing into a large bloody “Stop” character.
As the “Stop” character flashed and merged into him, Shen Jizi was instantly rooted to the spot, his face full of shock.
The next moment, a streak of Sword Light descended from the celestial realm, slicing across Shen Jizi’s neck like lightning, then disappeared without a trace.
On the other side, Zhao Sheng slowly lowered his sword finger, and the Candle Dragon Dharma Image behind him gradually dissipated.
One breath later, Shen Jizi’s body trembled, his expression of shock suddenly transforming into one of extreme gloom and terror.
He instinctively raised his hand to his neck, as if trying to touch the perilous slash from just before.
Unfortunately, he grasped at nothing, the wound on his neck had already healed, and the trace of Sword Light was also gone.
A lowering of his right hand, Shen Jizi’s somber expression quickly turned to one of exploration as he asked in a very serious tone: “I am… very curious, what Divine Skills and Immortal Law did you use just now? It seems I was immobilized for a breath.”
Zhao Sheng raised his right hand, offering a Daoist salute: “Senior, I beg your pardon! This method is my trump card, I cannot reveal it to others.”
“Haha, I completely understand. No need to say, I have already guessed the source of this method, most likely it is related to that Strange Treasure that obscures fate.” Shen Jizi laughed heartily, then spoke earnestly.
Zhao Sheng’s heart tightened, involuntarily praising his cleverness.
Shen Jizi was incredibly wise, with a mind as deep as the sea. Despite knowing nothing about the Life and Death Pen, he hit the mark with one guess, befitting his unparalleled brilliance, appearing once in ten thousand years.
Zhao Sheng smiled and inquired: “May I ask, Senior, have I passed this level?”
Shen Jizi’s expression turned indifferent, and he spoke in a deep voice: “I reckon I naturally keep my promises. But this level is easy to pass, the upcoming ones will become increasingly challenging. Take good care of yourself.”
Zhao Sheng again offered a Daoist salute: “I accept your kindness, Senior. Farewell!”
With that said, Zhao Sheng’s figure flickered, in a heartbeat reaching the other side of the Ancient Array.