Volume 25 — Countering Hei Xu
The Core Archives trembled under the intensity of the battle. Lin Feng hovered in the center, petals of the First Bloom spinning in a flawless storm of light, while Hei Xu's shadows twisted into monstrous, serpentine forms, each movement radiating deadly intent.
Caiyi shouted from the side, "Lin Feng! He's using everything he's got! Be careful!"
Lin Feng gritted his teeth, eyes glowing brightly. "I know! But we've got the palace's energy now… it's time to fight smart, not just hard!"
Yes, Host, the Peach Spirit whispered. The palace responds to harmony. Use the flow to anticipate his moves and counter his techniques before they even strike.
Hei Xu's voice boomed, cold and menacing. "So, the boy thinks he can match me now? I'll show him the true power of the Obsidian Root Palace!"
With a swift motion, shadows erupted in multiple directions, forming massive arms, claws, and tendrils that attacked simultaneously. Lin Feng's petals expanded, forming intricate spirals and barriers that intercepted every strike. Unlike before, he didn't merely block—he redirected the energy, slicing through shadows and forcing Hei Xu's attacks to fracture.
Caiyi's eyes widened. "He's… predicting Hei Xu's moves! How is he doing that?!"
The palace flows through you, Host, the Peach Spirit explained. Every hidden pattern, every attack sequence, you can sense it now. Use it.
Lin Feng smiled grimly. Following the palace's energy, he moved with perfect rhythm. Petals separated and attacked independently, striking Hei Xu's shadows from multiple angles simultaneously. Hei Xu's formations faltered, the elite shadow constructs collapsing one by one.
Hei Xu's expression darkened. "Impossible… he's countering everything I throw at him!"
Lin Feng's voice rang out, confident and resolute. "It's not impossible. It's just harmony—the palace, the First Bloom, and me. Together, we're unstoppable!"
The orb above pulsed violently, amplifying Lin Feng's energy. Shadows shattered under the precision of his attacks, and Hei Xu staggered, momentarily on the defensive.
Caiyi grinned. "We're finally turning the tide!"
Lin Feng hovered, petals spinning like a radiant storm, eyes locked on Hei Xu. The true battle for the Obsidian Root Palace had entered a new stage: Lin Feng was no longer just surviving—he was ready to dominate.