Published: March 8, 2025
CHAPTER 135: This is the Battle of Experts [Third Update!]
Brother Wan clearly heard his brother's words, but he did not draw his sword! He simply raised his head and gazed at Wei Wuyan's figure, which had surprisingly stabilized in mid-air. Both of his palms slowly traced circles in front of him, forming a defensive barrier.
Then, he crossed his arms in front of his chest, and within his palms, there was faintly a sound of wind and thunder!
Cheng Duying, standing on the Path of Life and Death, sighed profoundly. He brandished the life and death blade and leapt to the mountaintop, ready to offer assistance at any moment.
The Sword Spirit said, "Do you see it now?"
Chu Yang replied, "See what?"
The Sword Spirit said, "At this level, it is all about wits and courage; Wei Wuyan's strategic grasp is already quite perfect."
Chu Yang pondered and said, "So you mean?"
The Sword Spirit slowly replied, "The three opponents form a triangulated position, surrounding Wei Wuyan, so he cannot escape! Once he tries to flee, he will immediately provoke an attack from the three of them! No matter how powerful Wei Wuyan is, he cannot contend against all three at once! Therefore, Wei Wuyan can only fight. Finding opportunities during battle is his only way out."
Chu Yang recalled the positioning of the four individuals earlier and affirmed, "Precisely."
The Sword Spirit continued, "So, after realizing the opponents' identities, Wei Wuyan immediately resorted to insult! Moreover, he presented concrete examples; under such circumstances, someone will inevitably act out of rage; that person is Wei Wuyan's first target. And this person will definitely be the senior brother among the three!"
The Sword Spirit added, "If the sect is insulted, and the senior brother does not take action, the other two will find it difficult to act! This was Wei Wuyan's first move after understanding his situation. He utilized the martial arts world's unspoken rules."
Chu Yang said, "Indeed."
The Sword Spirit went on, "Whether out of respect for the senior brother or due to the identity of being an expert, in this first wave of attack, it can only be one-on-one! The other two, unless in a crisis, would feel embarrassed to intervene. This is Wei Wuyan's second tactic, relying on the psychology of experts."
Chu Yang agreed, "Since they have reached such a level of cultivation, who would lower their pride to join in an attack unless it is a matter of life and death?"
The Sword Spirit nodded, "Thus, Wei Wuyan's second tactic also succeeded. Next, Brother Wan approached with his sword, while Wei Wuyan faced him empty-handed. This seemingly unintentional act is a strike, an insult: I can deal with you even without a weapon! He calculated that Brother Wan, proud and haughty, would find it hard to back down in front of his two junior brothers. This is the third tactic."
"And at this time, even if Brother Wan knows it is a provocation technique from the opponent, he must still act this way!" Chu Yang concurred.
"Therefore, Wei Wuyan's third tactic succeeded again." The Sword Spirit said, "He successfully created an opportunity to duel with Brother Wan! His fourth tactic is to draw Brother Wan into the air. Because if on the ground, no matter where it is, once there is a crisis, the other two can immediately support. Only in the air can he have this fleeting opportunity."
"That's right." Chu Yang said.
"Only by directly inflicting severe damage on Brother Wan in mid-air can Wei Wuyan have a chance to escape or kill Brother Wan!" The Sword Spirit declared.
"And Brother Wan has fought against Wei Wuyan several times, always retreating in defeat, yet it is clear he has not exerted his full strength! At this moment, without his sword, Wei Wuyan's danger greatly diminishes, so Brother Wan wants to see the gap between himself and Wei Wuyan. Thus, even at this critical moment, he does not draw his sword!" The Sword Spirit pointed out, "This is precisely the backup of Wei Wuyan's third tactic."
Chu Yang said, "But the three opponents are clearly not fools; Cheng Duying draws his sword and ascends the peak. Although he hasn't acted yet, he poses a powerful constraint on Wei Wuyan, preventing him from using lethal force!"