CLANG!
With a crisp sound, Xu Ruoyan unsheathed her Cloud and Water Sword, aiming it at Ling Chen's throat. This sword strike was extremely sharp and swift, reaching Ling Chen in a flash.
CLANG!
Ling Chen raised his sword scabbard, revealing half of the blade, and parried the Sword Light. However, this sword strike was far fiercer than expected. When the swords crossed, sparks flew. The force of this strike pushed Ling Chen back two steps, his body pressed against the stone slabs.
"Ling Chen, you don't need to hold back; otherwise, this Void Emperor's royal decree will become the property of my Sky Void Palace." Xu Ruoyan knew Ling Chen wasn't using his full force, so she uttered coldly.
Frowning, Ling Chen also realized he could no longer afford to hold back.
CLAP! CLAP! CLAP!
Suddenly, the sound of applause echoed near his ears. Startled, Ling Chen turned around and saw a woman wearing a pale Ghost Mask.
"You?"
