The scene opened with Yun Lintian and Nian Shi already locked in combat, their clash sending shockwaves through the fabric of reality. Unlike the first vision, Yun Lintian's movements were measured, precise. His mismatched eyes burned with cold focus rather than blind fury.
Nian Shi's smirk faltered slightly. "Oh? You are stronger than I thought."
Yun Lintian didn't respond. Instead, he raised the God Slaying Sword—and the eight divine beast souls manifested around him in full form.
The Azure Dragon coiled around his right arm, its celestial authority reinforcing his strikes.
The Vermilion Bird's flames wreathed his blade, purifying all impurities.
The Black Turtle's shell encased him, negating Nian Shi's temporal assaults.
The White Tiger's killing intent sharpened his every movement.
The Golden Crow's solar dominion burned in his left eye.
The Golden Qilin's fortune manipulation twisted fate in his favor.
The Ice Phoenix's eternal winter slowed Nian Shi's movements.
