thefictionvixens Chapter 725 Survive 100 Chapters!
Chapter 725 Survive 100 Chapters!
Jiang Wang felt a little disappointed, but he quickly cheered up and said, "Thank you for letting me know. As long as the human race is not extinct, I have hope of finding them, fighting alongside them, and restoring the glory of the human race."
The tower keeper smiled and said, "Your intentions are clear to heaven and earth; I believe you can definitely do it."
Alright, step into the teleportation array now. The guardian of the second level is waiting for you. Remember, no matter what trials you encounter, never forget your true self; that is the true meaning of the trial.
Jiang Wang nodded, cupped his hands in greeting to the tower keeper again, and said, "Thank you for your guidance, senior. I will take my leave now."
After saying that, Jiang Wang turned around and walked step by step toward the teleportation array. Just as he was about to step into the teleportation array, the tower guardian suddenly spoke and called out to him, "Wait a moment."
The tower guardian took out a jade pendant from his robes. The pendant was pure white, engraved with intricate patterns, and faintly exuded a spiritual aura. He tossed the pendant to Jiang Wang and said, "This jade pendant was given to me by the great Xuanzhenzi. It can withstand an attack from a Saint-level being and can also sense dangers within the Secret Realm Tower. You can take it; it might help you during the trial."
Jiang Wang caught the jade pendant. It felt warm and smooth to the touch, and a faint spiritual energy flowed into his body, making him feel comfortable all over. He bowed deeply to the tower guardian and said solemnly, "Thank you for your gift, senior. I will take good care of it and never let you down."
The tower keeper waved his hand and said, "No need for formalities, this is also your opportunity."
Alright, go forth. I wish you success in your trial, and that you will soon pass through the Nine-Layer Secret Realm Tower, obtain the inheritance of the great master Xuanzhenzi, and restore the glory of the human race.
The teleportation array instantly lit up with a dazzling light, enveloping Jiang Wang's figure. A wave of dizziness washed over him, and Jiang Wang felt his body rapidly moving through the air, with the whistling wind in his ears. After a moment, the dizziness subsided, and Jiang Wang landed steadily on the ground.
He opened his eyes and looked around. He found himself in a huge stone chamber. The walls of the chamber were covered with complex runes, which faintly exuded a powerful pressure. In the center of the chamber stood a tall figure wearing a black robe and a mask that obscured his face. He emanated an aura even stronger than that of the tower guardian. Clearly, this was the guardian of the second level.
Sensing Jiang Wang's presence, the tower guardian slowly turned around, his gaze falling on Jiang Wang. His voice was low and hoarse, like the friction of metal, as he spoke: "You are the one who passed the first level of the test? You seem quite ordinary. I didn't expect you to pass that kid Xuan Qing's test."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Wang's heart stirred, and he asked, "Senior, is the Xuan Qing you mentioned the guardian of the first floor? Is his name Xuan Qing?"
The tower keeper nodded slightly, his tone tinged with disdain, and said, "That's right, it's him. He's just a mediocre kid from the mortal realm. If he hadn't received the mercy of the great Xuanzhenzi, he would never have become a tower keeper, let alone become a saint."
I never expected him to choose such a greenhorn like you. It seems his judgment isn't very good.
Jiang Wang frowned, his tone tinged with displeasure, and said, "Senior, although Senior Xuanqing is a human from the mortal realm, he is calm and composed, adheres to his principles, and has given me guidance and even bestowed upon me a jade pendant for self-defense. I will not allow you to slander him like this."
Upon hearing this, the tower keeper burst into laughter, his rough and arrogant laugh causing the walls of the stone chamber to tremble slightly. He looked at Jiang Wang, his tone laced with sarcasm: "What? Still angry? A mere brat dares to talk to me like that? It seems that Xuan Qing has spoiled you rotten."
Let me tell you, in this secret tower, strength is everything. Without strength, even the highest moral character is nothing but a joke.
Jiang Wang's eyes narrowed, and he said firmly, "Senior, I admit that strength is important, but character is equally important."
If one only has strength but lacks character and is controlled by desires, one will eventually go astray and, no matter how strong one is, will ultimately perish.
Although Senior Xuanqing's talent was mediocre, he remained true to himself and was not swayed by desires. In this respect, he was far superior to many powerful cultivators.
The tower guard's smile gradually faded, and his tone turned cold as he said, "Sharp-tongued brat, it seems you won't shed a tear until you see the coffin."
Since you're so protective of that kid Xuanqing, then I'll show you what real strength is.
My second test is a contest of strength. If you can last a hundred rounds against me, you will pass the test. If you cannot, you will be eliminated and expelled from the Secret Realm Tower.
Jiang Wang felt a chill run down his spine. He could sense that the aura emanating from the tower guardian was much stronger than that of Senior Xuan Qing, and that the guardian had probably reached the mid-stage of the Saint realm. Jiang Wang himself was only at the peak of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, and there was still a considerable gap between him and the Saint realm. It would be no easy task for him to withstand a hundred rounds of attacks from the guardian.
But Jiang Wang did not back down. With a firm look in his eyes, he stared directly at the tower guardian and said, "Senior, this junior is willing to accept the test."
Although my strength is inferior to yours, I will never give up easily. I will fight with all my might and endure one hundred rounds.
The tower keeper nodded, his tone a mixture of approval and sarcasm: "Not bad, he does have some backbone, much better than that brat Xuanqing."
However, backbone can't put food on the table; strength is the only true measure of success.
"Are you ready? I'm about to make my move."
Jiang Wang gripped the jade pendant tightly, slightly bowing his body as if preparing for battle. He said firmly, "Senior, please make your move. I am ready."
The tower guard said no more. In a flash, he appeared in front of Jiang Wang. His speed was as fast as lightning. Before Jiang Wang could even react, he felt a powerful force rushing towards his chest. The force was vast and domineering, with a world-destroying aura.
Jiang Wang was startled. Without thinking, he quickly circulated his spiritual energy, gathering it in his chest. At the same time, he held the jade pendant given to him by Senior Xuanqing in his hand. The jade pendant instantly lit up with a dazzling light, forming an invisible barrier in front of Jiang Wang.
With a loud "Bang!", the tower guardian slammed his palm onto the barrier, causing it to tremble violently and crack. Jiang Wang felt a powerful impact travel through the barrier, forcing him to stagger back, a trickle of blood escaping from the corner of his mouth. The tower guardian looked at Jiang Wang, a hint of surprise in his voice: "Oh? I didn't expect that kid Xuan Qing would actually give you this jade pendant. This jade pendant can actually withstand one of my attacks. It seems you have some luck."
However, luck is just luck; it can't always be on your side. From now on, I won't hold back.
Jiang Wang wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his eyes still firm, his tone stubborn: "Senior, I don't need luck. I will rely on my own strength to survive a hundred rounds and will never rely on the power of the jade pendant."
After speaking, Jiang Wang circulated the spiritual power within his body, gathering it in his hand. A faint golden light emanated from his palm, which was the power of the human race technique "Human Emperor's Technique" that he cultivated, carrying a pure human race aura. At the same time, the primordial energy within his body also slowly circulated, merging into the spiritual power, instantly increasing his strength considerably.
The tower guard looked at the changes in Jiang Wang's aura and a hint of surprise appeared in his eyes: "Oh? Primordial Qi? I didn't expect that you would have Primordial Qi. No wonder that kid Xuan Qing chose you. It seems that you are indeed extraordinary."
However, even so, you are no match for me.
After saying that, the tower guard attacked again. This time, he was faster and stronger. A layer of black light appeared on his palm, carrying an evil and domineering aura, and he slammed it down hard towards Jiang Wang.
Jiang Wang dared not be careless. He dodged quickly and gathered spiritual energy in his hand, then slammed it hard against the back of the tower guardian.
As if he had eyes in the back of his head, the tower guard slightly shifted his body to dodge Jiang Wang's attack. At the same time, he struck Jiang Wang's back with a backhand palm strike, as fast as lightning. Jiang Wang had no time to dodge.
"boom!"
The palm struck Jiang Wang squarely on the back. Jiang Wang felt a sharp pain, his spiritual energy instantly became chaotic, blood spilled from the corner of his mouth, and his body flew forward like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily into the wall of the stone chamber with a loud bang.
The tower guard looked at Jiang Wang, his tone laced with sarcasm: "How about it? Kid, do you feel the difference? This is the difference in strength. In front of me, you are like an ant, utterly vulnerable."
"If you admit defeat now, I might spare your life and expel you from the Secret Realm Tower. But if you still don't know what's good for you and continue to resist, don't blame me for showing mercy and crippling your cultivation."
Jiang Wang struggled to get up from the ground, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his eyes still firm and unwavering, his tone stubborn: "Senior, this junior will never admit defeat."
One defeat is nothing. I can continue fighting. I will definitely last a hundred rounds and pass your test.
After speaking, Jiang Wang once again circulated the spiritual power within his body, forcibly suppressing the chaos within. At the same time, he slowly revealed the Qilin scales on his body. A faint golden light emanated from the scales, carrying a powerful defensive force. He knew that relying solely on spiritual power would be far from enough to withstand a hundred rounds from the tower guardian; he had to use his trump card.
The tower guard looked at the Qilin scales on Jiang Wang's body and a hint of surprise appeared in his eyes: "Oh? Qilin scales? I didn't expect that you could actually control Qilin scales. It seems that you have quite a few secrets."
However, even if you use the Qilin scales, you are still no match for me.
Jiang Wang remained silent, his gaze fixed on the tower guardian. He slightly bent forward, preparing for another battle. He knew the upcoming fight would be even more difficult, but he would never give up easily. For the sake of humanity and for revenge, he had to persevere.
The tower guard looked at Jiang Wang with a hint of approval in his eyes and softened his tone: "Not bad, you do have some perseverance. Since you insist on this, I will give you another chance."
However, I must warn you, I'm going to use my full strength next time. If I hit you again, you probably won't be able to stand up again. Are you sure you want to continue fighting?
Jiang Wang nodded and said firmly, "Senior, I am certain that no matter how great the difficulties, I will not give up and will fight with all my might to survive a hundred rounds."
"Well done, what a stubborn boy."
The tower guard laughed heartily, his tone tinged with admiration, "Since that's the case, then I'll grant your wish and let you witness the true strength of a mid-stage Saint."
After speaking, the aura of the tower guardian surged instantly, black light enveloped his entire body, and a world-destroying pressure fiercely attacked Jiang Wang. Jiang Wang felt his whole body become heavy, as if he were being pressed down by a mountain, and even breathing became difficult.
But Jiang Wang did not back down. He gritted his teeth, circulated all the spiritual power in his body, and at the same time, gathered all the power of the Primordial Chaos Qi and the Qilin scales together. The golden light on his body became brighter and brighter, forming a sharp contrast with the black light of the tower guardian.
"Boy, take this! Black Wind Palm!"
The tower guardian roared and flashed, instantly appearing in front of Jiang Wang. Black light surged from his palm, carrying a powerful gust of wind, and he slammed it down towards Jiang Wang. This palm strike contained all of the tower guardian's power; if it hit, Jiang Wang would probably perish instantly.
Jiang Wang was startled and dared not be careless. He quickly circulated all the power in his body and gathered it in his hand. At the same time, he spread out all the Qilin scales to form a huge scale barrier in front of him. He shouted, "Human Emperor Seal, emerge!" A huge golden handprint flew out from Jiang Wang's hand. The handprint contained pure human aura and primordial energy and crashed hard into the black wind palm of the tower guardian.
With a deafening crash, the golden handprint and the black palm collided violently. The powerful impact spread out instantly, cracking the walls of the stone chamber and sending rubble flying. Jiang Wang felt a powerful force surge through his arm, forcing him to stagger backward. His spiritual energy was instantly depleted, blood spilled from the corner of his mouth, and he swayed precariously.
The tower guard was also shaken back a few steps by the impact. He looked at Jiang Wang with deep surprise in his eyes: "I didn't expect you to be able to unleash such a powerful attack. With the strength of a peak Great Luo Golden Immortal, you were able to withstand my full-force attack. You kid are indeed not simple."
Jiang Wang struggled to his feet, wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, and said weakly but firmly, "Senior, this junior... can still fight. This is only... the first round. This junior will definitely last... a hundred rounds." (End of Chapter)