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"Ding——————"

A long, resonant sword chime echoed, as the crystal sword "Hero," imbued with the powers of three-element forbidden curses—ice, fire, and wind—clashed with the platinum sword energy. The sword recoiled slightly, its light flickering chaotically. However, this heaven-defying weapon, forged by the Twelve Sages and born from the same source as the forbidden curses, quickly absorbed the surrounding thunder, water, and earth forbidden curse energies, converting them into its own power. It then launched a fierce counterattack, ultimately shattering Chen Xuanfeng's platinum sword energy.

"Master, it's been a long time," Xi Luo stood firmly in front of the forbidden curse mages' magic array, holding his sword upright in a salute to Chen Xuanfeng. Although he had found a place among the Sword Saints by possessing the "Hero Sword," his actual strength was still only that of a Sword Emperor. Thus, during Chen Xuanfeng's sudden attack, he arrived last but managed to intercept Chen Xuanfeng's deadly strike precisely.

Xi Luo's appearance, or more precisely, the combined power of his 'Hero Sword' and the forbidden curse behind him, forced Chen Xuanfeng to stop again. He addressed his former disciple, "Indeed, it has been a long time, Xi Luo. It seems that every time I seek a forbidden curse mark, you stand in my way. Could this be an inevitable fate?"

"If... this is truly fate, then I am grateful for it, as it allows me to defend my people with the sword in my hand," Xi Luo's face was calm, but the light from his sword grew increasingly intense.

Meanwhile, Tan Yueer, Morova, and Carol arrived, each taking a corner and surrounding Chen Xuanfeng.

"It seems that without defeating you all, I cannot touch the forbidden curse marks. If that's the case, then———— let's fight."

Chen Xuanfeng crossed his sword and saber, standing resolutely to face the battle. In terms of power, his current dual combat energy effect was only comparable to any two young Sword Saints. Previously, during the South Sea battle, he was severely injured under the combined attack of four Saint Masters and only managed to turn the tide with a hidden secret technique. However, now he was brimming with confidence, not only due to his recent surge in combat power but also because he now wielded the ultimate divine weapons: the "Tiger Soul Saber" and the "Sword of Divine Punishment."

Just as the killing intent surged to the heavens on the mountaintop, the battle to the north of the "Six-Star Demon-Slaying Array" a hundred miles away was also in full swing.

"Raging Star Cannon———— One Hundred and Twenty-Eight Strikes!"

"Piercing Moon———— Great Wheel Dance!"

"Chasing Shadow———— Thousand Shadowless Thrusts!"

The vast wilderness had become a stage for the elven Arrow Gods to showcase their archery skills. Hekler, the "Star-Hunting Arrow God," wielded the "Fierce Wind God Bow," which, although not as powerful as the "Sighing Holy Bow," was still one of the top epic divine bows. He was a nearly thousand-year-old master of magical archery, attacking without the need for physical arrows, directly condensing elemental forces from the air to create endless assaults. Various dazzling and deadly arrow techniques emerged one after another, with the magical glow from the arrows even outshining the lingering effects of the forbidden curses, dominating the entire space.

Xian Lan, the "Tide Knight," seemed somewhat helpless under the dense barrage of arrows. Among the young Sword Saints, he was known for his attack range and density. When the "Dragon Whip" was unleashed, the attack range could cover a kilometer, delivering thousands of whip strikes per second, giving him an advantage in both group and single combat. However, he did not expect to encounter his nemesis this time. Hekler, the Arrow God, wielded the "Fierce Wind God Bow," which carried astonishing storm magic, allowing his arrows to reach over ten kilometers with an extremely high attack frequency. Sometimes, it seemed like he only pulled the bowstring once, and half the sky was filled with magical arrows. Or he would suddenly use the elven secret technique "Blink Teleportation" to move several kilometers away, only to turn back and shoot an arrow that reached Xian Lan instantly. All these techniques were truly breathtaking, and his title of "Star-Hunter" was well-deserved.

However, although Xian Lan was suppressed by Hekler in the short-term exchanges, with the "Dragon Whip's" range shrinking to within a hundred meters, he was not too worried about losing. The power of a Saint Master was almost inexhaustible, while the elven Arrow God could not maintain such intense attack output indefinitely. This situation was similar to that of the Beastman Sword Emperors. Therefore, if he chose a prolonged battle, victory was almost certain.

The problem, however, was that he did not have that much time to waste.

"It seems I still need you to step in..." Xian Lan looked at the incoming arrow rain and whispered to the void.

As he spoke, he sharply contracted the "Dragon Whip's" defensive range and accelerated towards Hekler. However, the Arrow God was adept at short-range speed changes and was confident in his distance control, so he did not care about Xian Lan's approach. He continued to shoot arrows until Xian Lan was within a hundred meters, then used "Blink Teleportation" to retreat far away.

However, Xian Lan's move was not for his own attack but to create an opportunity for his companion. As Hekler retreated, Xian Lan's shadow suddenly twisted, and a cold, dark stream of light shot towards Hekler along the ground. The speed was so fast that even "Blink Teleportation" could not create distance, and the enemy was forced close.

"Perish! Death Assault————" The figure emerging from the shadow was none other than the "Death Knight" Hades. He held the "Frostmourne Sword," its icy blade pointing directly at Hekler. The relentless thrusting technique of the dark sword skills was fully displayed. Although the Arrow God retreated quickly, Hades' pursuit was even faster, as if an elastic cord connected them. Every time the Arrow God accelerated, Hades would follow suit. Thus, within a few seconds, the distance between them had shrunk to within ten meters, with frost almost freezing on Hekler's brow.

Yet, there was not a trace of panic in the "Star-Hunting Arrow God's" eyes.