On the second day of the second month, the dragon raises its head.
It had been three years since Lü Yang visited Wang Boyuan.
Over the past three years, he had met with other martial arts Martial Path of Heaven and Mans, some friendly, some fierce, and even sparred with a few combative ones.
However, Lü Yang had gained considerable insights, especially into the so-called fourth step of martial arts, 'Investigating the Transformation of Heaven and Man,' which he now understood more profoundly. His once dormant spirit had become extraordinarily active, and his entire body's vital energy seemed ready to burst forth—an extraordinary sensation.
That night, the moon was dark, the wind was high, and the stars were densely scattered.
The usually brightly lit streets were, for some reason, shuttered tight by many households, making the vast capital city appear somewhat desolate.
In the pitch-black streets, only Lü Yang walked alone.
"This path of the Martial Path of Heaven and Man is quite intriguing."
Lü Yang appeared calm, silently comprehending the circulation of his vital energy, feeling it to be exceptionally agile, almost as if it had come alive!
The more Lü Yang pondered, the stronger his state became.
At that moment, a blade's gleam suddenly lit up the darkness, its brilliance illuminating the street, dazzling beyond compare!
In the next second, golden light erupted around Lü Yang, enveloping his entire body as if a golden bell shielded him.
The blade struck the golden bell, producing bursts of heat and dazzling sparks, breaking through three layers of golden light before being barely stopped by the final layer. Seeing his attack fail, the assailant retreated without hesitation, disappearing back into the darkness.
As the attacker retreated, a brilliant sword energy struck his previous position, carving a deep chasm into the ground.
"So it's you, Fellow Daoist Ding."
Lü Yang looked up and smiled slightly, "It's been a year, and your demonic blade seems to have advanced further, breaking through four of my protective talismans."
He then glanced at the weapon that had just attacked him—a crescent-shaped, rainbow-like, yet deeply demonic curved blade that could captivate anyone who looked at it. The blade was responsible for seventy percent of the damage to his protective talismans.
"Exiled Immortal Emperor Shitian."
Ding Feiying's gaze was calm, but his tone carried fervor, "Ji Xiongying claims you are a true immortal of this era. If I can slay you, my blade technique will surely reach perfection!"
Lü Yang shook his head and chuckled, "Just you alone? That's overestimating yourself."
"Alone, perhaps not. But what about seven?"
As he spoke, more figures emerged from the darkness, led by none other than 'King of Martial Suppression' Ji Xiongying.
This martial arts Martial Path of Heaven and Man's gaze towards Lü Yang was filled with extreme greed, as if he wanted to devour him alive, sending chills down one's spine.
Behind him stood the disheveled 'Saint Heart Scholar' Wang Boyuan.
Additionally, the street where Lü Yang stood was blocked at both ends by a sorrowful-looking monk and a Taoist holding a horsetail whisk.
From Hanging Temple, 'God Monk of Deliverance' Xuan Ku.
From the Martial Path of Heaven and Man Master's Mansion, 'Barefoot Daoist' Chang Qingjing.
On the rooftop, under the bright stars, a tall woman in a white long dress, as graceful as jade, looked down.
From Hundred Flowers Palace, 'Fairy Mingyu' Hua Xiangrong.
The last was a burly man wearing dragon-shaped arm guards, exuding a rugged aura despite his luxurious attire.
A rogue cultivator, 'Alliance Leader of the World' Guan Qiankun.
The seven martial arts Martial Path of Heaven and Mans of the current era had gathered, surrounding Lü Yang in this street, with the sounds of armored troops faintly heard beyond.
It seemed even the imperial palace's guards had been mobilized!
The martial world unites to execute one man!
"What a grand formation."
Lü Yang praised, his face still calm, even laughing, "But you've come at the right time. Today, this immortal shall use your strength to shatter the void!"
As he spoke, without waiting for a response, he punched forward!
The first to confront him was 'God Monk of Deliverance' Xuan Ku from Hanging Temple, who stepped forward to block Lü Yang, raising his hand to meet the punch.
Then he saw Lü Yang open his fist, revealing a sword energy talisman in his palm.
Brilliant sword energy burst forth, striking Xuan Ku's forehead. However, when the sword energy dissipated, a surprising scene unfolded.
Xuan Ku stood firm, hands clasped, his skin glowing with a golden hue beyond the ordinary, his internal vital energy roaring louder than great rivers. Lü Yang's sword energy talisman had only managed to pierce his forehead slightly, drawing a drop of blood.
"Master Xuan Ku's physique is indeed unparalleled in this era!"
Ji Xiongying was overjoyed and immediately called for everyone to attack together. Then he saw Lü Yang calmly take out a thick stack of talismans.
In the next second, dozens to hundreds of talismans were unleashed, radiating multicolored lights and grand phenomena, instantly reducing the surrounding buildings to dust.
Meanwhile, Lü Yang's aura continued to rise.
"Hahaha! It's happening! This immortal is about to succeed!"
He laughed maniacally, "Shattering the void... After living for over a thousand years, this immortal is finally about to shatter the void!"
Hearing this, the Martial Path of Heaven and Mans were stirred.
Shattering the void!?
Since becoming Martial Path of Heaven and Mans, they believed the path ahead was completely cut off. But now, hearing Lü Yang's words, could there be a new path beyond?
Even the observing ancestor of the Yun Clan showed a surprised expression.
"A new path? Impossible!"
The Yun Clan ancestor quickly dismissed the thought.
The fourth step of martial arts was his own derivation, spread through Wang Boyuan. He was certain it was a dead end, with no further path.
How could there be a new path?
"Just a deception, trying to fabricate a new path? Unfortunately, with me here, no matter how you fake it, I can find the flaws."
"As long as there's a flaw, you can't become a sage thief!"
"In the end, you'll have to reveal your true form and fall into my trap."
Despite his words, the Yun Clan ancestor felt something amiss, as if this cause and effect was heading in an unfavorable direction.
"Never mind, better to eliminate this incarnation early to avoid future troubles."
With that, the Yun Clan ancestor immediately performed a spell, influencing fate, and sent his thoughts into the void, "Don't delay, act now."
Almost simultaneously, Ji Xiongying, who had been considering Lü Yang's claim of 'shattering the void,' suddenly had a realization and decisively said:
"Don't be deceived by him!"
"This talk of shattering the void is just to confuse us. Now that all seven of us are here, each wielding divine weapons, let's form a grand formation, slay him, and share eternal life!"