Chapter 1397: Chapter 1397

The elder looked at Ding Fan, his heart filled with shock. It was clear he hadn't expected Ding Fan to be so formidable, and he was evidently puzzled by the Purple Cloud hovering above Ding Fan's head. The elder knew that understanding both oneself and the opponent was key to winning battles, yet he was obviously ignorant of many of the opponent's techniques, which was not favorable for the elder now.

Seeing this scene, while shocked, the elder also developed a fondness for talent in his heart. The elder knew that someone of Ding Fan's age having such strength was truly unique in the Cultivation World. It was notable that Ding Fan's cultivation was only at the Nascent Soul Early Stage.

However, from the opponent's strength, the elder even felt that defeating Ding Fan was not an easy task. The elder seriously considered Ding Fan's previous words, which were evidently not idle talk, and it was apparent that attempting to kill Ding Fan would indeed come at a cost.

The elder wouldn't agree to the cost of half the Sect, but he knew there would have to be some price, given the opponent was already exhibiting considerable power.

Although the elder had a fondness for talent, as a Sect elder, he naturally prioritized the sect. If he didn't seek justice for the injured sect disciples, wouldn't future disciples be bullied to death!

At this moment, Senior Sister Zhou Xiaochun saw this scene involving Ding Fan, her face full of astonishment, and she also sensed the extreme cold and chill around her. She knew that the cold Qi released by the opponent was clearly not ordinary. Zhou Xiaochun was shocked, having not anticipated the opponent's formidable strength.

Zhou Xiaochun now realized that the opponent had previously shown mercy with the sect disciples. Otherwise, those two Female Cultivators wouldn't be merely injured; they might have lost their lives!

Gazing with jealousy at Zhou Ruoran, Zhou Xiaochun hadn't expected her to have such an impressive husband. For a moment, Zhou Xiaochun felt very uncomfortable; as far as she was concerned, even if Zhou Ruoran was alive and well, her existence alone would incite countless jealousy in Zhou Xiaochun's heart.

At this moment, watching Ding Fan and the others, Zhou Xiaochun's eyes flashed with a wicked glint. Even though she knew Ding Fan's strength was formidable and not something ordinary cultivators could handle, even she wasn't the opponent's match. But, no matter how powerful Ding Fan was, facing Elder Wu would certainly be the end!

For Elder Wu was a Spirit Severing cultivator; such a high-level cultivator would make most cultivators in the Cultivation World seem tiny as ants before him! Furthermore, Ding Fan and Elder Wu were already in a tense confrontation, signaling an inevitable battle.

Whether it was Ding Fan or Elder Wu, Zhou Xiaochun, skilled at gauging human nature, knew neither of them would back down; both men had their pride at stake.

Thus, Zhou Xiaochun felt quite smug, casting a vicious glance at Ding Fan, eagerly awaiting Ding Fan's demise. Yet, she couldn't focus much on their fight—she was freezing! The cold Qi made her extremely loathe, realizing it was not something an ordinary cultivator could fend off.

Even though Zhou Xiaochun unleashed True Qi, she couldn't resist the cold Qi's erosion, leading her to silently curse Ding Fan...

"Young man, you've got decent skills! Had it been under different circumstances, I might let you go. But now, in my sect, you not only disdain my sect but have injured my disciples. As an elder of the sect, I cannot overlook this! Here's your last chance: apologize, and I might consider it for Zhou Ruoran's sake!"

At this moment, the gray-robed elder looked at Ding Fan, a hint of concession in his gaze, knowing that dealing with Ding Fan was no simple matter. Therefore, the elder reminded him once again, hoping the opponent would apologize since, although Ding Fan injured his sect's disciples, it was clear he had shown restraint.

Otherwise, those two disciples wouldn't be just injured. But if Ding Fan didn't want to resolve things peacefully, the elder wouldn't shy away. Even though the opponent had some strength, the elder felt there was still a gap compared to himself. Hence, killing the opponent, while challenging, wasn't impossible!

Upon hearing the elder's words, Ding Fan sneered inwardly. The opponent had forced Zhou Ruoran to marry someone else; had he not intervened in time, Zhou Ruoran might have taken her own life. Yet now they demanded he apologize—it was absurd! Ding Fan's eyes turned icy, his voice calm as he replied:

"If it's a fight you want, then let's fight! Enough talking!"

Hearing Ding Fan's words, the elder's eyes narrowed, and with disdain, he shouted:

Immediately, the elder's hands formed claws, grabbing fiercely in the air, producing a sound of air shattering. Clearly, the opponent's attack was even more ferocious than before! The elder's figure flashed, disappearing in an instant, and when he reappeared, he was already in front of Ding Fan.

Ding Fan watched as the opponent continuously aimed 'Eagle Claws' at him, a hint of solemnity on his face. As he swiftly retreated, the fist technique from the stele was already being fully deployed by him. At that moment, Ding Fan certainly wouldn't hold back, knowing that the opponent's strength couldn't be easily defeated. After all, the opponent was a cultivator at the Spirit Severing stage, which wasn't something an ordinary cultivator could deal with.

In the Cultivation World, typically, cultivators at the Spirit Severing stage could move unhindered. For most cultivators, reaching the Spirit Severing stage was an unattainable level, and it was evident that cultivators at the Spirit Severing stage were incredibly rare within the Cultivation World. After all, reaching such a level requires exceptional cultivation talent and relentless effort!

Ding Fan swung his fists, his steps enigmatic like treading on stars, making it impossible for one to discern any patterns or for ordinary cultivators to counter. Yet, the gray-robed elder was clearly not an ordinary cultivator, even though the elder was shocked by Ding Fan's incredible fist technique. How could such an astonishing fist technique exist in the Cultivation World?

However, the elder's speed was exceedingly swift, even twice as fast as Ding Fan, pounding Ding Fan's fists with palm strikes, creating a series of explosive sounds.

The elder's speed surpassed Ding Fan's, and his power was significant. As Ding Fan clashed with the elder, he basically confirmed that the opponent's cultivation should be at the Spirit Severing Initial Stage. But it was more formidable than the Spirit Severing Elder who had previously attempted to assassinate him, causing Ding Fan some concern. Ding Fan knew that although he had slain the previous Spirit Severing Elder...

Yet, Ding Fan knew his current strength wasn't enough to easily kill a Spirit Severing cultivator. After all, his own cultivation was merely at the Nascent Soul Early Stage. However, his diverse techniques, combined with the fist technique from the stele, had significantly enhanced his combat power. Plus, with the Arctic Chill of the Frost Toad and the Power of Thunder from the Pure Thunder Pill, he could contend with the Spirit Severing elder.

Ding Fan understood that despite being a divine warrior, his cultivation was at the Divinity Soldier Third Grade—equivalent to the Nascent Soul Early Stage in cultivation terms. Even though his Divine Vigor was more intense than average True Qi, without an array of techniques, he wouldn't be a match for a Spirit Severing cultivator. For origınal chapters go to 𝕟𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕝•𝖿𝗂𝗋𝖾•𝘯𝘦𝘵

Facing the elder's attack, Ding Fan could only rely on the enigmatic movement from the stele to continually evade the opponent. Simultaneously, his fists contained Divine Vigor, Arctic Chill, and even a trace of the Power of Thunder. Ding Fan was clear about his goal; he couldn't confront the elder head-on. Therefore, he needed to use considerable Arctic Chill to gradually erode the opponent's body. Once the Arctic Chill within the opponent reached a certain level, the opponent's True Qi mobilization would become significantly slower.

At this moment, the gray-robed elder was a bit shocked, unexpectedly finding the opponent's Arctic Chill much denser than before. The elder realized during simultaneous attacks that he couldn't entirely expel the Arctic Chill from his body. Though temporarily unproblematic, the elder, being a Spirit Severing cultivator, possessed not only impressive cultivation but also abundant combat experience.

The elder knew that continuing would slowly freeze his True Qi. Suddenly, the elder forcefully pushed his figure while transforming several techniques in his hands, launching at Ding Fan. A colossal eagle suddenly appeared behind the elder, its sharp beak exceedingly sharp and full of force. As the elder rushed towards Ding Fan, the eagle fiercely soared at Ding Fan!

Eagle Palm Six Forms!

Witnessing this scene, everyone was utterly astonished. Clearly, everyone was stunned by the elder's technique. Observing a battle involving Spirit Severing cultivators wasn't commonplace in the Cultivation World, leaving everyone amazed. Witnessing a Spirit Severing cultivator in action was truly a rare sight, and even for Elder Wu, such a move would be formidable even against another Spirit Severing cultivator!

At this moment, Zhou Ruoran watched the scene unfold between Ding Fan and the elder, her heart lifted in worry for Ding Fan. Zhou Ruoran knew the Spirit Severing elder wasn't easily dealt with by Ding Fan. Zhou Ruoran wanted to assist Ding Fan but understood clearly that her involvement would only hinder him, unable to substantively aid him. At this moment, Zhou Ruoran had already decided if Ding Fan met any misfortune, she wouldn't continue living. If she couldn't be with Ding Fan alive, she'd be with him in death!

Taozi observed Zhou Ruoran's eyes, noticing a death-defying look in them, feeling deeply anxious for her. Taozi tightly grasped Ranran's arm, knowing they couldn't assist Ding Fan at this time. Hence, Taozi could only comfort Ranran as best as she could. Taozi's heart was also heavy with concern; if Ding Fan encountered trouble, she foresaw that Ranran wouldn't fare well either. Having sided with them now, clearly, no good result awaited her as well.

Feeling Taozi's tight and cold grip, Zhou Ruoran instinctively clutched her hand while her gaze remained fixed on Ding Fan in battle.

Zhou Ruoran understood the elder's technique wasn't easily countered, considering the opponent was a Spirit Severing cultivator. Such a technique not only troubled ordinary cultivators but even Spirit Severing cultivators would find it disadvantageous. And Ding Fan was merely a Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivator; the disparity in cultivation levels was immense. Can Ding Fan withstand it?