Chapter 1924: Self-Destruction

"What did you say? This thing can also create an energy aura? Isn't killing intent an internal emotion? How can it manifest externally as a form of energy? This is incredible!"

The woman in red helplessly spread her hands. "This only means that, at our current level, we are far from qualified to truly understand a powerhouse like Xu Yang. However, the one thing it does clearly indicate is that Xu Yang is truly enraged..."

Lan Linger had never witnessed such a terrifying outburst of killing intent, nor had she ever seen such an aura emanate from Xu Yang before. In all previous encounters, Xu Yang had handled every opponent with a sense of playfulness, effortlessly eliminating them. However, these six old men before them were all at the absolute pinnacle of martial arts within the Empire. Each of them had been a legendary martial arts figure in their prime, and more than half had been dormant for over a thousand years, with rumors of their demise circulating more than once in the martial arts world. Now, they had all suddenly reappeared.

Without a doubt, these six old men, united, could easily wipe out all martial arts forces across the entire Empire. Even the seven elders of the Changyun Heavenly Sect, currently standing beside Xu Yang, were no match for these six living fossil-level figures.

As expected, Xu Yang slowly stepped forward, quickly breaking free from the encirclement of those around him, and appeared in the very center of the battlefield.

"I originally thought that only those in control of the situation were corrupting the Empire. I never imagined that even you, the living fossils who are the true pillars of the Empire, would choose to abandon your names and surrender to the so-called disciples of dark forces. Perhaps from the moment you made that decision, you ceased to be worthy martial artists, destined only for a tomb of failure. In this battle, no one from the Changyun Heavenly Sect shall intervene. I will personally confront these self-important old men who cannot even protect their own beliefs. In this fight, I will personally purge the Empire's martial arts world! To allow stubborn old men like you, who lack the very faith of a martial artist, to serve as the foundation of the Empire's martial arts would be the greatest tragedy for the entire Empire's martial way."

After speaking, Xu Yang did not immediately attack. Instead, he extended two fingers to tap his own heart, and in an instant, a powerful mental force erupted outwards.

Soon, Xu Yang detected six statues erected in the back garden, several hundred meters away. These six statues were, in fact, the conduits used by the six old men to absorb the martial arts faith power from warriors within the Empire.

Xu Yang had intentionally chosen this location as the battlefield, aiming to make today a landmark day for the entire Empire's martial arts. After pinpointing the location, Xu Yang immediately tore through space and appeared directly before the six statues.

In an instant, countless sword lights from the void descended, shattering the six glittering statues into dust with a single strike.

Upon sensing the collapse of their personal statues, the six living fossil Martial Gods who were still in the previous ruined battlefield erupted in fury. They soared into the air, moving towards this new battlefield, followed closely by Lan Linger and the other Martial God-level experts of the Changyin Heavenly Sect.

At this moment, Xu Yang stood proudly above the ruins of the six statues in the void, awaiting the arrival of his visitors. The six living fossil elders were now completely engulfed in rage. As soon as they met, an incredibly fierce close-quarters physical battle began.

Xu Yang, facing six opponents, showed no signs of being at a disadvantage. With the formidable killing intent radiating from his body, he appeared like a descending God of Slaughter. Even with the combined efforts of the six great Martial Gods, they could not harm Xu Yang in the slightest.

Below, the seven elders of the Changyun Heavenly Sect and the young lady, Lan Linger, who were observing the battle, were utterly stunned by Xu Yang's full-power display.

"My goodness, this must be the true form of Sir Xu Yang when he's serious. It turns out the Xu Yang we saw before was far from his complete state."

Clearly, the combat power Xu Yang was now displaying had shattered these Changming Heavenly Sect Martial God-level experts' understanding of ultimate power. However, they were unaware that Xu Yang, in his current state, was only using fifty percent of his combat strength. His true trump card, his ultimate technique, was not yet needed against these six living fossil Martial Gods.

Boom! The immense power unleashed by both sides created vast ripples in the void battlefield with every trembling roar. The entire night was illuminated as if it were day by the confrontation of these seven peak Martial God-level experts.

"Hahaha, this brat certainly has some power. But I just can't understand where he gets the confidence to fight all six of us alone."

The old man in the green robe couldn't help but speak, his expression still arrogant. Xu Yang quickly locked onto his stance, a cold smile forming on his face.

"This should be a very serious matter. Since you want to laugh so much, then laugh your fill. I'll give you one minute. After one minute, you will be the first one I kill."

As Xu Yang advanced steadily towards the six Martial Gods, he silently locked onto the green-robed Martial God living fossil, intending to make him his first target.

Such a declaration certainly sent the most profound shock into the hearts of everyone present. Who else in this world, besides Xu Yang, would dare to make such a bold statement while fighting one against six?

Even if Xu Yang held a significant advantage over the old man, declaring that he would kill whoever he wanted and even setting a time limit for it was simply too audacious.

Sure enough. The moment Xu Yang's words left his mouth, the green-robed living fossil felt his pride severely wounded. He had no intention of letting it go, and two flares of fury immediately ignited in his eyes.

"You brat, how dare you make such a claim? I'll show you what right you have to be so arrogant in front of me."

The green-robed elder was the first to explode in anger. As he unleashed a powerful martial aura, his five old companions understood his intention. They halted their attack, leaving the main battlefield to their green-robed comrade and Xu Yang.

They aimed to give the green-robed living fossil Martial God an opportunity to prove his strength. However, the other five likely had no idea that their actions were effectively pushing their comrade into an abyss.

To dare to engage Xu Yang in a one-on-one battle while he was emitting a killing aura could only be described by two words: courting death.