Chapter 50: You Let the Air Out

Mo Mo's bizarre "uh-uh" sounds and incessant body tremors were genuinely unnerving. Yet, at the same time, they were incredibly amusing.

Xu Xiaoshou prided himself on his composure, rarely laughing unless he simply couldn't hold it in. The audience reacted similarly; initially, no one dared to laugh, as she was, after all, the Outer Court's Senior Sister and ranked first. However, once Xu Xiaoshou let out a "pfft," it seemed to trigger a chain reaction. Everyone's expressions shifted from initial shock to increasingly uninhibited amusement.

"Damn, Xu Xiaoshou, I'm genuinely impressed. He's insane, hahaha!""I can't take it anymore, I feel like I'm going to die! I've seen another side of Senior Sister Mo – she's adorable!""Pfft, I truly can't hold it in. My apologies, but I'll laugh first out of respect, hahaha...""Hee-haw hee-haw hee-hee-haw—"

The moment this laugh erupted, it instantly silenced the entire arena, leaving everyone stunned.

"Holy hell, whose laugh is that? It's so hypnotic!""Shut up, look behind you."

The person turned, saw Elder Qiao's expressionless face, and nearly wet themselves on the spot.

Damn it, they're doomed!

Unexpectedly, Elder Qiao suddenly pointed at the arena and exclaimed, "Not again! Is Xu Xiaoshou crazy?!"

"Hee-haw hee-haw hee-hee-haw—""Pfft!""Hahaha!"

Everyone present burst into uncontrollable laughter. While some were laughing at the arena, many more seized the opportunity to openly mock Elder Qiao, whom they usually didn't dare to tease. The info panel furiously updated with another wave of passive points, registering both mockery and admiration, but predominantly curses and contempt.

Xu Xiaoshou was delighted. This was the advantage of having no barrier – real-time updates were simply too satisfying.

Meanwhile.

Mo Mo had originally intended to show mercy, but Xu Xiaoshou's antics made her absolutely determined to unleash her right hand. Forcing herself to endure the strange sensations in her body, she intermittently formed hand seals, managing to link them together.

"Holy cow, she can actually do that." Xu Xiaoshou was startled, realizing he couldn't play games any longer. If she continued, he would certainly be finished.

"Reverse Sword Style!"

"Ugh!" Mo Mo endured, glaring fiercely, yet her hand movements remained uninterrupted. This time, however, Xu Xiaoshou didn't stop either.

The black sword flew rapidly towards him. Just as it was about to pierce his chest, he willed it into his spatial ring. Xu Xiaoshou considered himself a genius for thinking of wearing the ring around his neck. Having dealt with the major problem of 'Cang Ku' devouring its master, he could finally unleash his full power.

His Innate Sword Intent activated fully!

Mo Mo's body shuddered violently. She felt the sword energy within her was about to break free. Had Xu Xiaoshou not been fighting with his full strength until now?

"Pfft!"

She ultimately couldn't resist and spat out a mouthful of blood. As she spat out blood, the seal could no longer hold, and a surging sword intent erupted from her.

Xiao Qixiu, standing at the edge of the arena, was already numb. This Xu Xiaoshou... Had he truly cultivated "All Things Are Swords" to a point where he could forcibly control even people? What kind of anomaly was he?!

Xu Xiaoshou wasn't essentially manipulating her, but rather awakening the sword energy within Mo Mo's body. This sword energy inherently belonged to him; one could even say it was as intimately connected to him as 'Cang Ku.' How could he not control it?

Once Mo Mo lost control, not only did sword intent surge from her body, but her white Innate Sword Qi was also unleashed.

"Hiss!"

Terrifying sword energy erupted from her seven orifices and four limbs, the sharp sword intent lacerating her until she was bleeding profusely. Mo Mo had truly miscalculated; she hadn't known Xu Xiaoshou's control over sword intent was so dominant. Generally, while those who grasp "All Things Are Swords" will undoubtedly comprehend Innate Sword Intent, possessing Innate Sword Intent doesn't guarantee one can learn "All Things Are Swords"! This wasn't a spirit skill; it was a profound comprehension of artistic conception, which was incredibly difficult. Only a monstrosity like Xu Xiaoshou would coincidentally master "All Things Are Swords" while breaking through to Innate Sword Intent.

"Hiss—"

As the terrifying sword energy leaked out, Mo Mo was propelled into the air by the recoil. The two faced each other, one suspended by chains in the void, the other a humanoid, self-propelled sword energy sprayer... The only commonality was that both were spread-eagled in the void, covered in blood.

"Heh heh!" Xu Xiaoshou chuckled, "You're finally experiencing my pain too."

"Let me go!" Mo Mo struggled to say.

"I'm not the one holding you! Besides, you attacked first!"

Xu Xiaoshou's eyes darted. "How about you let go first?"

"Impossible!"

"Heh heh! Then I can't either!"

They looked at each other in stubborn silence. After a moment of silence, Xu Xiaoshou suddenly said, "Junior Sister Mo, don't struggle. You're leaking..."

Mo Mo froze for a moment before snapping back to reality, her blood surging, almost causing her to faint.

"Xu Xiaoshou!""I'll kill you!""Threatened, Passive Value +1."

The audience below erupted in hysterical laughter. Though the two figures were clearly in a miserable state, Xu Xiaoshou's antics made it impossible to feel any sympathy for them. Both of them were spewing blood! Was blood free?!

Mo Mo hesitated. She didn't possess an innate physical body, and had only managed to hold on this long by relying on the surging life force emitted from her right hand for healing. But she knew "it" would eventually tire.

"Alright!""Alright, I promise. I'll let go first!"

Enduring the pain, she formed a hand seal, and the flowing lava instantly ceased.

"Oh, ah~"

'Endless Life' instantly repaired most of his body, and Xu Xiaoshou moaned in sheer comfort. Mo Mo endured, then said, "Your turn!"

Xu Xiaoshou took a deep breath, savoring the hard-won relief. "I'm sorry, but actually, I can't control this sword energy anymore..."

Mo Mo: ???"Cursed, Passive Value +1."

With a flick of her hand, the lava began to flow once more.

"Damn, ruthless!"

Xu Xiaoshou quickly seized the brief pause. His chest vibrated violently, sending the ring flying upwards. 'Cang Ku' reappeared, hovering in the air. The instant the hilt faced his forehead, Xu Xiaoshou concentrated his "Light of Sharpness" into a single point and struck it forcefully.

*Clang!*

The black sword, trailing fire, shot forcefully towards the horizon. In the audience, Chao Qingteng's pupils constricted. This was... The very sword that had defeated him on that day!

Everyone understood Xu Xiaoshou's intention, sitting upright with immense anticipation. How could Mo Mo not know? But her body was forcibly releasing sword energy, making even raising her hand difficult. Despite this, she still began to form hand seals.

"Too slow..."

Xiao Qixiu shook his head. Mo Mo might possess a terrifying ultimate technique, but the intricate hand seals required were limiting her. Under normal circumstances, it likely wouldn't have been an issue. But she was facing Xu Xiaoshou, an anomaly who could suddenly alter the entire dynamic, and a formidable youth capable of seizing every minute detail in battle!

It was as if that night had returned. As 'Cang Ku' reached its furthest point, Xu Xiaoshou felt a surge of exhilaration.

Come on! Devour your master, for today, I'll give you the chance!

"Reverse Sword Style!"

Mo Mo still hadn't given up, but then a whistling sound came from behind her: 'Cang Ku' arrived from the rear and pierced her chest! That wasn't all. The audience watched in stunned silence as the black sword, still impaling Mo Mo, then mercilessly plunged into Xu Xiaoshou's chest.

A profound silence fell over the arena!

In the void of the finals, four thick chains flowing with lava, and a dripping black sword, suspended two figures. This scene was likely one no one present would ever forget.

"Xu Xiaoshou is too ruthless... he truly has no mercy for himself...""I'm crying, it looks so painful..."

In the void, the chains flickered, on the verge of vanishing.

"Pfft!"

Xu Xiaoshou spat a mouthful of fresh blood onto Mo Mo's head. It hurt! A searing, agonizing pain! But without such ruthlessness, how could he stop Mo Mo from unleashing her right hand?

"Pfft!"

Mo Mo also spat blood onto Xu Xiaoshou's shoulder. Lacking an innate physical body, her vision went black, and she fainted onto Xu Xiaoshou's chest. Some spectators had tears in their eyes, others saw stars, but most were simply awestruck.

*Rumble!*

The chains finally vanished. Xu Xiaoshou embraced the unconscious Mo Mo, and the two plummeted from the void.

*Bang!*

As dust filled the air, Xu Xiaoshou pulled out the black sword, then gently lifted Mo Mo in his arms and fed her a Crimson Gold Pill.

"Battle concluded! Xu Xiaoshou wins!"