Sun Zhen didn’t hesitate, slapping a golden talisman onto himself. It burned instantly, flooding him with powerful vital force. His eyes flashed as he dissolved his soul into his sword, and he gripped the blade with both hands, facing the surging waves of lightning.0

Despite knowing the risks of taking a direct hit, he didn’t back down. Instead, he drove his sword forward, unleashing a heavy burst of sword intent. Both were at the Sword Heart Realm, but Sun Zhen’s sword intent was heavier.0

He stepped forward, pulled his hands back, and slashed out a tightly condensed...0