Chapter 560: Confronting the Witch

The instant this icy chill surged into his soul, Xu Yang finally understood that his opponent's true power was perhaps also the beginning of her tragedy.

Yet, his opponent appeared utterly unconcerned, curving her lips into a meaningful smile that she directed at Xu Yang and the others below.

As Xu Yang's inheritor and the current host of the gathered soul essence, the Sea God immediately sensed the negative ripples emanating from Xu Yang's soul. He now more profoundly understood how terrifying the annihilation effect of that brief moment had been.

“It seems you have, after all, embarked on the path I most dreaded, making that regrettable choice.”

The Sea God spoke with a touch of melancholy, his words, unbeknownst to him, deeply wounding the Frost Witch before him.

“Silence! Do you still believe you are my master? You are now the person I despise most in my life, my greatest enemy! Today, no matter what, I will take the life of your inheritor and make you witness his gruesome death at my feet!”

The Frost Witch's malevolent aura rapidly swelled. Everyone present felt the chilling killing intent radiating from her, an intensity that could no longer be placated by mere words.

“I warned you that the Law of Annihilation is a dead end for ice attribute cultivation. Though it grants immense power, it simultaneously devours one's own soul. Having chosen this path, perhaps no one of comparable strength can defeat you, but ultimately, you will fall by your own hand.”

The Sea God's words appeared to have no impact on the Frost Witch, yet they profoundly astonished Xu Yang's four team members.

“Hey, Sea God, could you explain this so-called Law of Annihilation? Since you bestowed the Sea God Domain upon our boss, which is truly more powerful: the Sea God Domain or the Law of Annihilation you just mentioned?”

The Sea God sighed softly after hearing Long Kun's question.

“In a confrontation between equals, no power can suppress the Law of Annihilation.”

Long Kun and the others collectively gasped. “That’s not right! Our boss once said that no power in the world is absolutely invincible. Your statement clearly contradicts our boss’s philosophy.”

“No, what I mean is that the Law of Annihilation itself has no true opponent. However, the one who wields it is the law’s greatest adversary. Do you know how this Law of Annihilation is cultivated? It demands enduring endless torment, experiencing the world’s most profound indifference and utter despair! Unbeknownst to many, those who master this branch of power lose all perception of life's meaning. For them, killing cannot even stir the slightest emotional ripple. How could such an individual ever have an opponent?”

Shi Lingyun slightly furrowed his brow. “Senior Sea God, if what you say is true, is the Law of Annihilation truly invincible? Could the few of us combined possibly defeat your disciple?”

The Sea God shook his head. “Not only you, but even Xu Yang and I combined would struggle to defeat her. You will soon understand the full meaning of my words.”

The very next instant, Xu Yang ascended into the sky, moving to confront his sudden opponent.

The moment the Asura Divine Sword materialized in his hand, various inheritances within Xu Yang simultaneously erupted. The full moon totem on his back ignited, its brilliant moonlight perfectly aligning with the Asura Sword he held. The ash-white form of Moon Shadow Asura once again commanded the battlefield!

“It’s here, boss’s ultimate form! I can still recall how, in this state, he slew the demon-possessed berserk shepherd with a single sword stroke. I wonder how this young woman will fare…”

Before Long Kun could finish speaking, Xu Yang’s terrifying, world-shattering sword strike had already descended from the sky…

Boom!

Instantly, a terrifying wave of sword energy erupted. The crescent-shaped sword light struck the Frost Witch with unerring precision. To everyone’s disbelief, facing Xu Yang’s decisive blow, the Frost Witch didn’t even flinch. She simply traced an arc with her hands in front of her body, and a translucent, indistinct ice barrier suddenly appeared, resembling a transparent ice wall, which perfectly absorbed the full force of the devastating strike!

With a sharp creaking sound, the ice barrier shattered completely. Yet, Xu Yang’s unparalleled, decisive strike failed to inflict even the slightest harm on the Frost Witch’s true form.

“My heavens, this young woman’s defensive capabilities are terrifying! She actually withstood our boss’s ultimate sword strike without a scratch!”

Long Kun was utterly dumbfounded. However, the Sea God’s soul form beside him merely offered a faint smile. “I must inform you, this is merely the beginning; the truly terrifying part is yet to unfold.”

After unleashing that sword strike, Xu Yang immediately shifted, showcasing his ultimate movement technique. As the ash-white light flared, he vanished from his spot, only to suddenly reappear behind the Frost Witch. Dazzling sword energies erupted, simultaneously striking the Frost Witch's body.

The incessant rasping sounds of sword energies emanated as the ice blue in the Frost Witch’s pupils began to dim. The power of annihilation, which had manifested on her before, slowly started to emanate outwards.

“Watch out, boss, retreat immediately! That’s an Annihilation Barrier!”

The Sea Demon Lord’s voice suddenly rang out. Though typically unreliable and carefree, he greatly valued his life in critical moments. After all, he was now Xu Yang’s sacrificial beast, and any injury to Xu Yang, his master and physical form, would mean a depletion of his own life force. He decisively imparted his knowledge to Xu Yang.

Incidentally, the Sea Demon Lord had encountered the Frost Witch previously and had, to some extent, experienced the terror of her Annihilation Power. Thus, it was not its first time facing such force, unlike Xu Yang and the others, who had no prior combat experience with it.

Having just experienced the impact on his soul, Xu Yang had already gained some understanding of the Law of Annihilation’s power. This time, he hesitated no further, decisively leaping into the air and swiftly creating distance to avoid becoming entangled in its grasp too soon.

“Do you believe your swift movements alone can evade my attacks?”

The Frost Witch suddenly spoke, her voice tinged with contempt. She abruptly raised her palm toward an imperceptible point in the void. True enough, the very next moment, Xu Yang’s ash-white silhouette materialized precisely where her palm was aimed.