Chapter 1114: Power Beyond the Barrier's Limits

After all, this was the man who would soon sweep across the entire Yingzhou Continent.

“Look, the fight between the Boss and the Demon Dragon Emperor must be incredibly intense,” someone remarked. “Even the rule barrier at the edge has begun to crack. Why don't we follow that crack inside and watch the battle? As long as we don't interfere, it won't affect the Boss in the slightest.”

Guglas's sudden idea immediately resonated with the rest of the Glory Team. Ultimately, everyone turned their gaze to Ling Yao, the second-in-command, awaiting her decision.

“The Boss has always been unconstrained,” Ling Yao stated. “What’s more, he doesn’t necessarily have to fuse with this mere Demon Dragon King’s bloodline. If we observe the battle up close, we are sure to gain valuable insights from a confrontation of this caliber. However, to avoid causing the Boss any trouble, we must hold our breath once we enter this battlefield.”

Hearing Ling Yao's words, everyone nodded enthusiastically.

In an instant, Ling Yao took action herself. Her frost essence, now imbued with the blood of the Demon Dragon, seemed to have undergone a qualitative improvement. With a casual flick of her hand, she unleashed a stream of icy energy that swiftly transformed, perfectly sealing the gap in the rule barrier and preventing it from self-healing.

It was precisely this newly created passage into the rule-bound internal space that granted the members of the Glory Team the opportunity to enter the battlefield and witness Xu Yang's climactic battle with the Demon Dragon Emperor. Holding their breath, they all passed through the opening.

As anticipated, the battlefield was in utter disarray, a chaotic maelstrom. Traces of combat were evident everywhere the eye could see, making it clear that the intensity of this ultimate duel between the two paramount powerhouses of the Endless Sea far surpassed the scale of any other battleground.

“Ah hahaha, truly worthy of the Boss’s personal touch!” someone exclaimed. “This battlefield is clearly his masterpiece. These colossal rocks have been sliced so smoothly; tell me, who else could achieve this besides his mastery of the sword?”

As the group silently marveled, in a short while, Xu Yang and the Demon Dragon Emperor suddenly erupted from the depths of the battlefield's ocean, soaring high into the sky. Their close-quarters combat was fiercely intense.

To everyone’s surprise, the Demon Dragon Emperor’s combat prowess was far more formidable than anyone had imagined. Xu Yang was essentially a god-like entity, transcending the entire cultivation system of the Endless Sea and even the Yingzhou Continent. Yet, this Demon Dragon Emperor was able to exchange blows with Xu Yang so evenly. Although Xu Yang had not unleashed his full power, it was still enough to demonstrate the opponent’s immense strength.

“Have you noticed something peculiar about this Demon Dragon Emperor?” Xue’er observed. “His core power seems to be a combination of several unique essences. Not only does he possess all the abilities of the Demon Dragon clan, but he also appears to have some special abilities unique to himself.”

Following Xue’er’s observation and assessment, those around her immediately voiced their agreement. Ling Yao, too, furrowed her brows deeply, observing for a moment before remarking, “Xue’er is right. The power of the Demon Dragon clan leans more towards elemental attacks and defenses. In close combat, they are nowhere near a match for us human cultivators.

“They certainly wouldn’t be a match for bloodlines like Vajra, whose power is forged from physical strength. Yet, this Demon Dragon Emperor not only possesses exquisite close-combat techniques but also seems to have achieved an astonishing degree of control over his physical strength.

“This is truly unexpected,” Ling Yao continued. “Perhaps this Demon Dragon Emperor has some unique, undisclosed past experiences; otherwise, how could he have cultivated such remarkable close-combat abilities on Demon Dragon Island?”

Everyone nodded in agreement. “Indeed,” someone said, “this individual must harbor secrets unknown to us. It seems we’ll only be able to learn about the Demon Dragon clan’s past once Boss Xu Yang has subdued him.”

As the group communicated with each other via soul transmission, at that very moment, high in the void, Xu Yang once again summoned the true sword glow of the Jade Bone Divine Sword. From various corners of the void, it simultaneously locked onto the Demon Dragon Emperor’s true form. However, the emergence of this martial power brought an indescribable sense of trepidation to the Demon Dragon Emperor.

In fact, every time Xu Yang unleashed his signature technique, his opponent exhibited this unique reaction, and these subtle shifts were clearly visible to Xu Yang.

“It seems the compatibility between you and that other soul within you isn’t very good,” Xu Yang remarked. “In my opinion, perhaps it would be better for you both to separate and fight individually. There might be a slight chance you could still surprise me then. Continuing this fight will bring you no benefit whatsoever.”

The Demon Dragon Emperor regarded Xu Yang’s words and posture as a profound insult, responding with a cold snort. “Do not presume that because you are powerful enough, the entire world will revolve around your will,” he sneered. “Xu Yang, what if you do conquer Demon Dragon Island?”

Xu Yang shrugged indifferently. “Perhaps nothing much will change, at least not for me personally,” he replied. “But I am no longer fighting alone. Every member of the Glory Team requires greater power, and as their leader, I must constantly expand our presence on this battlefield of the Yingzhou Continent. Perhaps only by reaching the true pinnacle of this continent can I open the Gate to Heaven, see those I wish to see, and accomplish what I truly desire.”

The Demon Dragon Emperor sneered. “I told you that the Yingzhou Continent became the dwelling place for our Demon Dragon clan precisely because this place possesses rules utterly different from other worlds,” he stated. “It also conceals truly subversive secrets. You will not easily find the Gate to Heaven and enter the so-called ‘Moonless Heavens’.”

Xu Yang couldn’t help but burst into laughter upon hearing this. “The extent of my capabilities is not for you to decide,” he retorted. “The only thing you should be considering now is how you will surrender to me after I suppress you.” As Xu Yang’s voice faded, the true sword glow of the Jade Bone Divine Sword rapidly condensed behind him.

Terrifying, unparalleled power rapidly converged at that moment.

“Heh, heh, is this your strongest power?” the Demon Dragon Emperor scoffed confidently. “It’s far weaker than I imagined. In fact, this one strike of yours might not affect me at all.”

The Demon Dragon Emperor continued to mock with a confident expression, yet he soon realized something was amiss. Xu Yang’s sword had completely vanished in a single instant, its unique energy fluctuations no longer detectable.

Throughout this process, a faint, cold smile lingered on Xu Yang’s lips. Within his mind, the laws of the void operated furiously. This seemingly ordinary sword glow, through continuous superposition across the void planes, had its power magnified tenfold in a remarkably short time.

When it reappeared, this massive true sword glow had expanded to a size of several tens of meters.

“I hope you remember what you just said,” Xu Yang said with a slight, mocking smile. “I’m looking forward to your performance.” In reality, the moment this tenfold-enhanced sword glow truly descended upon the battlefield, the Demon Dragon Emperor instantly regretted his earlier words, for the power of this strike had utterly surpassed his imagination.