Chapter 264
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Chapter 264: Yin and Yang
The two stood facing each other. Murong Wuhen’s expression remained completely calm, while Su Yinxue appeared slightly tense. Though Murong Wuhen had only just reached the first level of Foundation Establishment, she felt no confidence in defeating him—there was an inexplicable dread that she’d be unable to withstand his attack.
"Three moves. Let’s see if you can endure them, Sister Su." Murong Wuhen stepped forward, slowly raising his right hand.
A gentle pressure suddenly radiated from him, swiftly condensing into a tangible force. For someone newly ascended to the Foundation Establishment stage, his spiritual energy had already reached an astonishing level.
Typically, upon entering the Foundation Establishment stage, one’s spiritual energy awakens fully, allowing refinement through secret techniques. At higher levels, mere presence could overwhelm opponents, stifling their power.
"The first level of Foundation Establishment divides into yin and yang. You’ve surely studied this duality, Sister Su. All things in the world possess opposing forces—yin and yang. This palm strike is called ‘Yin Yang Shatter.’ Let’s see if you can withstand it." Murong Wuhen smiled faintly, gazing at his right palm, now split into black and white halves swirling with mist.
He pushed his palm toward Su Yinxue with deliberate slowness.
Instantly, an overwhelming force locked the space within ten zhang. Every escape route vanished beneath shifting shadows of black and white.
Su Yinxue’s beautiful face tightened. She’d expected Murong Wuhen’s superior cultivation, but facing this attack revealed the stark gap between them. Yet she stayed calm. If this strike was named "Yin Yang Shatter," its true power would erupt upon breaking. The flickering shadows blocking all paths signaled the impending collapse.
She knew resisting through raw strength alone would fail.
*Ding!*
A silver bell materialized before her. She caught it deftly between slender fingers.
Murong Wuhen’s brows twitched, his composure cracking.
"The Celestial Sound Demon-Breaking Bell!"
Ignoring him, Su Yinxue channeled true qi from her left hand into the bell.
A crystalline chime rang out, rippling through the air like stone-struck water. The sound wave distorted space, slicing outward.
*Crack!*
The wave sheared through the palm shadows. Cracks spiderwebbed across them before they exploded into shimmering fragments, frozen midair like stardust.
"Poor memory, Sister Su. The strike’s true power lies in its shattering. You’ve saved me the effort of fueling it. Now, reap what you’ve sown." Murong Wuhen laughed, sweeping his arm downward.
The fragments coalesced into a colossal black-and-white hand that slammed toward her.
The attack carried terrifying speed and force—multiplied severalfold from before.
"Celestial Sound Break, Illusory Sound Shield!"
Su Yinxue gritted her teeth. The silver bell chimed wildly, summoning sound waves that solidified into a glowing shield above her.
*Boom!*
The collision blasted light and sound in all directions, thunder shaking the sky.
Yu Minghong and Su Ling scrambled back a hundred zhang to escape the shockwave. Even Jiang Ruchao staggered ten steps, face pale with disbelief at the unleashed power.
Though the palm imprint faded, the residual force drove Su Yinxue to her knees, barely upright.
However, Su Yinxue stubbornly rose again with immense effort, determination flashing in her beautiful eyes.
Murong Wuhen retreated half a step after his failed attack, momentary surprise crossing his eyes as he stood hands behind back.
All eyes focused on Murong Wuhen and Su Yinxue. None noticed Ye Yun sitting undisturbed amidst the shockwaves, flashes of light and shadow around him repelling the wild strength completely.
"Sister Su’s cultivation level truly astonishes me. Such talent shouldn’t possess such overwhelming power and will," Murong Wuhen remarked casually, watching Su Yinxue with interest.
Su Yinxue’s slightly tousled hair framed her face as color gradually returned to her pale cheeks.
"Two moves remain!"
Her gentle voice held steel-like resolve. The Celestial Sound Demon-Breaking Bell chimed softly as her slender hand trembled.
"This second technique, Yin Yang Fusion, combines all natural forces into the Fierce Expert’s strike. Stronger than Yin Yang Shatter. I hope you endure it." Murong Wuhen’s Gentle tone held neither emotion nor mockery.
"Murong Wuhen! Enough!" Su Ling charged from a hundred zhang away.
"Retreat, Sister Su Ling. I won’t kill you." Murong Wuhen waved dismissively.
Light shot from his palm, striking Su Ling. Enveloped in light and shadow, she flew back a hundred zhang – his true qi control surpassing Su Yinxue’s group completely.
"Two moves remain!" Su Yinxue stated flatly, ignoring her sister.
Murong Wuhen crossed hands before chest. Light streamed from his palms, coalescing into glowing Bagua. The symbol split into yin and yang fish swimming around his fingers.
"Yin Yang Break, Re-fuse!"
His fingers flicked. The fish shot skyward, merging yet remaining distinct.
*Snap!*
The fused fish exploded into countless glittering copies. Spiritual energy surged from miles around, feeding the multiplying fish until their brilliance became blinding.
When the light vanished, Su Ling’s group blinked through temporary blindness.
Before Su Yinxue spun a massive Bagua, hurtling toward her.
"Sister!" Su Ling cried as vision returned.
Too late. The Bagua struck Su Yinxue, wild strength erupting within a transparent shield containing the explosion.
*BOOM!*
Even Foundation Establishment disciples couldn’t withstand such force. Jiang Ruchao paled, knowing he’d be obliterated instantly.
"Hmm?"
Murong Wuhen’s eyebrow twitched as the shield dissipated. Su Yinxue stood trembling, dress fluttering, face paper-white but starry eyes resolute. Blood trickled from her lips – vivid crimson against deathly pallor.
"One move left!" Her weak voice carried mountain wind’s fragility.
"Remarkable," Murong Wuhen admitted, astonishment overriding calm. "You can’t survive another."
"One. Move. Left." Each word cost visible effort.
"Then witness true yin and yang before death." Black and white light enveloped Murong Wuhen, transforming him into a Deity General. His palm strike carried mountain-splitting force.
The frail girl trembled yet stood firm, determination burning in starry eyes.
"True yin and yang? I’d like to see!"
A lazy voice cut through tension. Behind Su Yinxue, Ye Yun slowly opened his eyes.
