Jiang Liechen pondered for a moment, then let out a long, cold laugh. "Well said! That makes sense. Very well, I'll give you this chance. Let me see what kind of level the disciple I've personally groomed can reach, and whether or not I'll be satisfied. " The Xuan Shuang gripped the Sun and Moon Wheels tightly, staggered slightly, and stared at him with rapt attention, taking in every detail of his movements. Jiang Liechen, on the other hand, had an indifferent expression. He didn't put up any defenses, and a disdainful sneer hung on his face from beginning to end.
The Xuan Shuang shifted his gaze to his face, but he couldn't see into his eyes. He could only see a deathly gray abyss. Even so, the two of them still had a way to communicate silently.
"You once asked me when I thought the best time to kill you would be. I didn't know the answer back then, so I didn't answer. You reminded me that it was best to think carefully before making a move, and wait until I had enough confidence before making a move. Because I only had this one chance. If I didn't succeed, the only outcome would be death. Of course I knew that, but if I really had to wait indefinitely, I'm afraid I'd never be able to make a move. Because no matter when and where, the feeling you give me is always so mysterious and unfathomable, causing me to always be unable to fathom you. Even if I spent a year, I still wouldn't be able to truly understand you. It was like this for a year and a half, and even eight or ten years wouldn't be any different. The longer I waited, the more my confidence would crumble. Just as I was about to lose all hope, I finally realized that you're also human. Similarly, humans have their own emotions and weaknesses. It's just that these details are difficult to grasp. Everyone has something they cherish. Since love can't stimulate you, then I'll wait for you to let down your guard. For this reason, I'll wait for Alliance Head Li to be defeated by your hands, for you to eliminate all your opponents, and for you to truly become the world's overlord. If you ask me again, I can answer you right now. That's when you're truly satisfied. However, as I said before, when you're happiest, it's also when you're closest to death. Whether it's excessive arrogance or extreme surprise, it'll make you let down your guard. After all, a person's mind can't always be tense. This is the moment. If you can seize it, it'll be the chance to decide life and death. This is my only bargaining chip. Let's see if I can use this to turn the tables and win this bet. "
As all these thoughts flashed through his mind, he saw Jiang Liechen's robes fluttering in the wind. Suddenly, Jiang Liechen leaped up and swung his sword in front of him. Jiang Liechen dodged slightly to the side and swung his arm horizontally. Xuan Shuang lowered his body and attacked seven or eight times in a short exchange. With a casual wave of his hand, Jiang Liechen deftly dispelled his attack. With a flick of his sleeve, a surge of inner energy counterattacked.
Xuan Shuang did a few backflips and landed on the ground from the treetops. Jiang Liechen raised his sleeves and swooped down, launching a series of rapid attacks. Xuan Shuang set up the Sun and Moon Wheels, and his eyes narrowed into a single line. There were a few strong attacks, but they were all easily shaken off by him. He would always take advantage of the situation to leap back and neutralize the impact. On the other hand, he was completely focused on sizing up Jiang Liechen's moves. He rolled his eyes and leaped up.
The first move, the Sun Wheel, was launched. Jiang Liechen followed his old routine and swung his sleeve to parry it. This was exactly what Jiang Liechen wanted. The second move, the Moonlight Wheel, turned half a circle and swept up from the periphery, chopping toward Jiang Liechen's right chest. Jiang Liechen tilted his head to the back. Two fingers condensed a beam of light and flicked the wheel to the side. … Jiang Liechen didn't expect that the Sun and Moon Wheels he personally taught would have a third move. It was the result of many days of bitter training. And it was precisely this third move that was the final killing move … Xuan Shuang swung the Moonlight Wheel and swung it from the side, swiftly pressing it against Jiang Liechen's neck. With his other hand, he picked up the Sun Wheel and attacked from the other side. He shouted, "I win!"
The two of them looked at each other. Jiang Liechen suddenly looked up and coldly said, "Do you think so?" Two fingers clamped the Moonlight Wheel. With a twist of his hand, the wheel was twisted into a ball of soft mud. Then he flipped it outward and parried the Sun Wheel. Xuan Shuang was greatly alarmed. He threw away the Sun and Moon Wheels and quickly retreated.
Jiang Liechen repeatedly waved his two fingers. Streaks of red light flashed and penetrated Xuan Shuang's shoulder. Without rotating his heel, he suddenly jumped up and down and flashed behind Xuan Shuang. Using his palm as a knife, he pressed it against the back of Jiang Liechen's neck and said, "To be fair, if I wanted to kill you, I would only need three moves. It's just that my disciple is so incompetent that he really disappoints me. " Xuan Shuang quickly raised his head and broke free from Jiang Liechen's grasp. He sternly said, "If you want to kill me, then kill me! Why are you talking so much nonsense? "
Jiang Liechen heaved a deep sigh. His palm stroked the rough bark of a tree. After a long silence, he suddenly raised his hand and pulled out the Afterimage Sword. He quietly said, "The grudges between you and me will be resolved sooner or later. Right now, I'm tired and don't want to delay any longer. If you want to kill me, then do as you please. Come, use this Afterimage Sword to kill me! "He lightly tossed the Afterimage Sword in the air, drawing an arc in the air.
Xuan Shuang reflexively reached out to catch it. Seeing Jiang Liechen's indifferent attitude, he became even angrier and shouted, "Do you think I don't dare?"
Jiang Liechen spread out his left hand and said, "I didn't say you don't dare. Moreover, I know you hate me to the bone. Since you want to kill me, you won't let me go so easily. But I also want to remind you that you only have one chance. Whether you want to seize it or not is your own business. "At the same time, he slightly moved his sleeves to the side, exposing the vital parts of his body without reservation.
Xuan Shuang didn't believe that Jiang Liechen had no intention of playing tricks, but he didn't want to let go of this one and only opportunity. At the same time, he was still on guard against Jiang Liechen's schemes. He raised the Afterimage Sword and fiercely stabbed it. The tip of the sword immediately pierced through his chest, all the way to the hilt. It came out of his back and nailed itself into the trunk behind him.
Xuan Shuang watched as blood splattered and dripped down in front of his eyes, blurring his vision. Suddenly, his mind was in a mess, as if a part of his heart had suddenly collapsed. All his years of hard work had turned to nothing. He said in a trembling voice, "You … why didn't you dodge? This level of attack … you clearly could've dodged it! Why did you … say something! Answer me! "
A sinister smile flashed across Jiang Liechen's face. He reached out and grasped the tip of the sword, blood dripping from his palm. He said in a low voice, "Perhaps you're right. All this time, I've only cared about the thrill of surpassing others. Everything is the most beautiful when you're chasing after it. Once you've truly obtained it, you'll lose all sense of novelty. Not only will you grow tired of it, but you'll also become confused about your pursuit. I don't want to experience that kind of feeling. As long as I know that I've already succeeded, that's enough. Perhaps I've always been a cowardly villain. Only by putting an end to everything and ending it here can I avoid … losing it again in the end. In one's life, no matter what kind of achievements one has, it's impossible to maintain … eternal prosperity. In fact, I understand this principle, but I've always refused to admit it. However, I was born to be a king. I'd rather … forever stay in the past than … face the cruel reality of the future. "
A layer of black gas slowly rose from the hilt of the sword, blooming like a lotus flower. It slowly invaded Xuan Shuang's wrist. His eyes were lifeless, and his spirit was in a daze. He didn't feel it at all. Jiang Liechen secretly smiled and continued, "In any case, in this life, I can obtain whatever I want. Even if I die immediately, I have no regrets. The only thing I'm lacking … is that I've always thought highly of you as my disciple. I wanted to take you in as my adopted son, but my wish never came true … so be it … "
Xuan Shuang's body couldn't help but tremble. The black gas climbed up his arm to his shoulder. He said with a trembling voice, "There are so many people in the world who are willing to work for you. Why … why do you treat me differently?"
Jiang Liechen said, "Perhaps it's because you're the one I've chosen. Not only because I have deep ties with your family, but also because you're a promising talent. Your talent far surpasses mine when I was young … The most important reason is that you and I have similar interests. We've both had lofty ambitions since we were young, but we weren't understood by the people of the world. We were neglected, but our minds never changed. For the sake of our goals, we persevered for many years … But I still care about my face. I can't let others say that I committed suicide out of fear of punishment. Rather than die in someone else's hands, it's better for you to kill me … "
Xuan Shuang spoke incoherently, "You … you think I'll be grateful to you? What I want is to use my own ability to defeat my opponents fair and square. I don't need anyone's charity, especially my enemies! "
Jiang Liechen said, "I don't want your gratitude, and I don't dare to expect … your pity. I only hope that after I die, even if you forget me, you won't … hate me … anymore. This is my … last plea. " At this time, the black gas had completely invaded Xuan Shuang's body. It spread in all directions, gradually weakened, and finally merged with him.
Xuan Shuang was angry and anxious. He suddenly pulled out his sword. Jiang Liechen slipped and fell. His back leaned against a tree trunk. Blood flowed all over the ground. He was on the verge of death. His eyes were barely open. Xuan Shuang's Afterimage Sword fell from his hand. He rushed forward and grabbed Jiang Liechen's shoulders. He shook him vigorously and shouted, "Hey, you won't die, right? Aren't you a demon? No matter how much damage you receive from the things of the world, you won't die, right? "
Jiang Liechen raised his turbid eyes and said indifferently, "It's no use. Don't you know … Afterimage Sword has always been … able to kill gods and demons if they block it? That's why I said from the beginning that in this world, only Afterimage Sword … can kill me. "Xuan Shuang said anxiously," But … but are you really willing to give up everything in your hands? Are you willing? "
Jiang Liechen said, "The highest position is the most sacred and the loneliest. When you reach my level, you'll truly understand … I don't have anything to be unwilling to give up. Whether or not I can rule the world … it's actually not important. As long as the world knows that I won the battle with Alliance Master Li, and the righteous path of Jianghu, Martial Union, suffered a crushing defeat … Heh … I once had it, but it will last forever. I've lived in this world for twenty years. Finally … I don't have to suffer this anymore. I can accept everything. "As he said this, his eyes closed. His head tilted to the side and he fainted.
Xuan Shuang's hands froze in midair. His face was completely distorted by fear. He tried his best to think of something to say to cheer him up. He said carelessly, "I … I forgive you. I said I don't blame you anymore! I … I don't want you to die. Even … even if I stab you with my sword, the grudges between us can be considered settled. In the future … I promise you that I'll continue to be your disciple. We can still travel around like before and expand our territory … Even if the Central Plains is already your territory, there's still overseas … the boundless territory there. Is that okay … is that okay? "
Jiang Liechen's expression was still lifeless. He didn't react at all. Xuan Shuang became even more flustered. He said without thinking, "You … don't die! I don't want to see … Hey! … Foster Father! " Jiang Liechen's eyes suddenly opened. His expression flashed with hope. He said, "You … what did you just call me? Call me again? … Cough, cough. "
Xuan Shuang's eyes were filled with tears. He wiped them fiercely. His face was full of tears. He sobbed and said, "You … Didn't you always want me to be your foster son? Okay, I promise you. I promise, okay? "
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