Chapter 1543: Using Defense as Offense

As for how this power emerged and erupted, even Xu Yang couldn't immediately figure out the answer. He could only say that the opponent's recent annihilation technique could rival the most powerful techniques of the same element, undeniably proving the extraordinary strength of the Xuanyuan lineage among the Six Human-Spirit Meridians.

Upon witnessing this scene, Xu Yang couldn't help but nod repeatedly. "Originally, I thought that although the Xuanyuan clan mastered various powers, none could reach the absolute peak. Now I see my judgment was mistaken."

"This lineage seems to possess an innate and formidable talent for wielding elemental power, capable of manifesting the strongest aspect of each elemental attribute through their techniques."

"The technique that just now nearly annihilated all earth-elemental matter, its most potent aspect was its unexpected suddenness. Had I not been proficient in the Laws of Earth and able to detect the ground's anomalies in advance, Little Gray would likely have suffered severe damage the moment that annihilation technique unleashed its full power."

The voice in Xu Yang's mind responded thus. Unbeknownst to him, at the same moment, the Xuanyuan Chief Elder, who had just unleashed the earth-element's strongest annihilation technique, was also stunned, a strange expression on his face.

"This cat doesn't seem to possess extensive combat experience. Why was it able to perceive and predict the trigger point of my annihilation technique in advance?"

"This technique of mine was being used on these demonic beasts for the very first time. It's impossible for it to have any prior experience, yet it still managed it! As expected of the demonic beast royal bloodline, truly extraordinary!"

The Xuanyuan Elder was unaware that Xu Yang already possessed the ability to control and influence Little Gray's soul world. Without Xu Yang's warning just now, Little Gray, relying solely on its own experience, would never have been able to outwit this cunning veteran.

However, for the Xuanyuan Elder, although he had just unleashed the earth element's most powerful technique and consumed a considerable amount of internal energy, simultaneously, the most powerful supporter beside him, the Chief Elder of the Misty Rain clan, enveloped the Xuanyuan Elder in the brilliant light of the immensely powerful Immortal Victory Technique, immediately restoring him to his peak combat condition.

"No wonder the Misty Rain clan holds such a transcendent and special status among the Six Human-Spirit Meridians. With a formidable supporter like you, the power of my Xuanyuan clan can truly be unleashed to its fullest potential."

The two old men didn't forget to exchange flattery at this critical moment. The Chief Elder of the Misty Rain clan also nodded with a light chuckle.

After all, the Misty Rain clan had previously been looked down upon by other royal lineages for not possessing sufficiently strong offensive capabilities. Now, having gained the recognition of the Xuanyuan Chief Elder, the Misty Rain Chief Elder's face naturally filled with a sense of superiority.

"Each of the Six Human-Spirit Meridians has its own advantages. As long as we achieve the most perfect synergy with each other, we will be capable of fighting even the strongest opponents."

Xu Yang truly hadn't anticipated that these two old men would form a temporary battle alliance. It seemed quite ironic.

However, none of this mattered to Xu Yang. His primary concern was how Little Gray would demonstrate its irreplaceable value on the battlefield.

"Young one! Have you witnessed the power of their extreme elemental techniques?"

Xu Yang's slightly teasing voice echoed in Little Gray's mind, making the little creature even more attentive.

"Master is right," Little Gray responded with a light chuckle. "If not for your warning just now, I might have been severely wounded by that technique before I could even react."

"You don't need to feel any pressure. Your strength is in no way inferior to theirs. In fact, under certain specific conditions, I can enable you to unleash enough power to instantly kill their Chief Elder in a single blow."

"But these things don't happen overnight. You still have a long way to go. This battle today is your ultimate test, and it will truly make you understand what it's like to face top-tier powerhouses."

Little Gray immediately nodded with a serious expression. "Master, what should I do next?"

Xu Yang pondered for a moment, then his voice resonated again.

"Don't rush. Their biggest advantage lies in their varied offensive methods. They can deploy techniques corresponding to any element to attack you at any time, and the characteristics of these different elements are vastly distinct."

"If you attack proactively, they will always have the best counter to suppress your power. Therefore, the best approach is to meet all changes with no change, 'when soldiers come, block them; when water comes, build dams,' and become the perfect passive defender."

"Only by defending as an offense can you remain undefeated. More importantly, if you choose to attack proactively, the Misty Rain clan's Chief Elder will have maximum room to leverage his advantages, which will accelerate your own energy depletion."

"As I've said before, due to my unique status, I cannot directly join the battle and confront them head-on. Unless they intend to kill and threaten your lives, I cannot intervene."

"If I were to forcibly intervene, the positions of both sides and the fundamental nature of this battle would change. I would become the target of public criticism, and the will of the Supreme God would, in my name, rally all forces to pressure the demonic beast clan. We would be completely on the defensive."

"Therefore, the best scenario is for you, powerful human souls with true demonic beast bloodlines, to personally fight and secure victory. Only then can you truly shake the authority of the high and mighty Six Human-Spirit Meridian forces."

"Only your personal success will leave them speechless. So, little one, you bear a great responsibility; you must not miss any opportunity that can help you secure victory."

Upon hearing Xu Yang's words, Little Gray immediately brimmed with fighting spirit. A formidable combat desire ignited within him. His body transformed into a streak of light, vanishing from his spot in an instant.

When he reappeared, one of Little Gray's grayish-white tails had transformed into a pure fiery red. This change was unexpected even for Xu Yang. He wasn't sure what kind of combat talent Little Gray's so-called "Emperor Bloodline" truly conferred.

At that very instant, the other dragon head on the golden foil in the Xuanyuan Elder's hand glowed brightly, and a massive amount of fire-attributed elements rapidly gathered around his body.

Flames, reaching from earth to sky, completely enveloped his body, burning fiercely like a miniature scorching sun in the void. This spectacular scene formed a stark contrast with the boundless, surging ocean below.

"My heavens, the Xuanyuan Elder's power is truly immense! It's incredibly difficult to condense such pure fire energy in this kind of battlefield environment."

"After all, this battlefield environment is primarily water-elemental. For him to do this is equivalent to actively forfeiting the immense advantage of the home element and choosing to attack with an element most disadvantageous to him. He must be quite confident!"

Xiao Xiang couldn't help but murmur, "It's because this guy's power is just too immense."

The cool and aloof girl Jiu'er also sighed helplessly. "You don't understand how terrifying these old practitioners of the Xuanyuan lineage truly are. From a young age, they tempered their bodies with various elements, honing them to their extreme limits."

"It's almost a savage and fanatical mode of cultivation that has forged their unparalleled strength and status on the battlefield today. Each elemental power, when evolved to its peak by them, possesses unimaginable destructive force!"