Chapter 553: Chapter 300 Battle with Shaking Light Saintess_2
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Sure enough, the next second, the figure of the Shaking Light Saintess appeared beside Gu Sheng, one palm striking out, aimed directly at his vital point. Gu Sheng was startled but did not lose his composure. Instead, borrowing the momentum of her attack, he gracefully drifted backward.
"Carefree Ascension Step!" Gu Sheng shouted lowly, tapping his feet repeatedly in midair, his figure floating away like flowing clouds and water. As this speed-focused cultivation technique was displayed, his speed was actually no less than that of the Shaking Light Saintess!
The Shaking Light Saintess frowned slightly upon seeing this. "Gu Sheng has such an impressive speed cultivation technique!" Her figure flickered, chasing after him again. The two began an intense chase across this icy plain, one pursuing and the other fleeing.
However, Gu Sheng did not flee blindly. He remained vigilant, counterattacking unexpectedly each time the Shaking Light Saintess approached. Sometimes it was a golden punch, other times it was a dazzling sword light emitted by his Jade Maiden Sword.
Although these attacks were easily deflected by the Shaking Light Saintess, they still kept her from focusing entirely on the pursuit.
The battle intensified, the two exchanging blows and unleashing their ultimate skills.
Amid the flowing golden light, Gu Sheng’s Ancient Sacred Body grew increasingly brilliant and dazzling, while the Shaking Light Saintess’s White Lotus Bloom became more fierce and menacing. The icy plain seemed to be enveloped by their fighting spirit, becoming blisteringly vibrant and alive.
As time passed second by second, Gu Sheng gradually began to feel his strength waning. Despite the tremendous power of his Ancient Sacred Body, the Shaking Light Saintess’s cultivation realm was ultimately higher by an entire level, and after prolonged combat, he inevitably started to suffer.
The Shaking Light Saintess appeared to have noticed Gu Sheng’s fatigue and launched increasingly ferocious attacks. Her figure flickered again, vanishing from sight, and a giant white lotus suddenly bloomed above her head!
"White Lotus Bloom!"
With the Shaking Light Saintess’s delicate cry, countless pure white petals flew forth from the lotus. Each one carried a deadly intent, weaving together into a massive net in the air that descended toward Gu Sheng! Gu Sheng’s heart sank as he realized the danger.
He quickly attempted to activate the Shadow Concealment Skill to evade, but this time he was too late! The lotus petal net instantly ensnared him tightly!
"Hahaha!"
The Shaking Light Saintess laughed as she looked at the trapped Gu Sheng. "Gu Sheng, oh Gu Sheng! Did you truly think you could contend with me? How utterly laughable!"
As she spoke, she extended her hand, summoning the Filigree Flask to her grasp. "Now, let me send you on your way!" She infused spiritual power into the Filigree Flask, preparing to obliterate Gu Sheng entirely!
At that moment, an unforeseen change occurred! Just as Gu Sheng was trapped, an overwhelming aura suddenly erupted from him! Golden light began to surge madly around him, as if an infinite force was emerging from within!
"This... is the awakening of the Ancient Sacred Body?!"
The Shaking Light Saintess gasped in shock, her expression changing drastically! She had never expected Gu Sheng to awaken the Ancient Sacred Body at such a critical moment! And this power was far beyond her imagination!
Bathed in golden light, Gu Sheng exerted immense force, breaking free from the lotus petal net woven around him!
His figure flickered, appearing directly before the Shaking Light Saintess, and he struck out with a palm, the golden hand radiating destructive power as it blasted toward her!
"Impossible!"
The Shaking Light Saintess screamed in terror, retreating swiftly while activating her white soft armor shield for defense.
But it was already too late! Gu Sheng’s golden palm smashed heavily onto her shield. With a resounding boom, the white soft armor shield shattered instantly! The Shaking Light Saintess was sent flying by the immense force, landing heavily on the ice, coughing up a mouthful of blood!
"You... you actually awakened the Ancient Sacred Body?!" The Shaking Light Saintess struggled to stand, staring at Gu Sheng in disbelief. "How is this possible?!"
Gu Sheng looked at her, a cold smile appearing on his face. "Shaking Light Saintess, your greatest mistake was underestimating me, Gu Sheng! Today, let me show you the true power of the Ancient Sacred Body!"
With that, his figure flickered again, charging at the Shaking Light Saintess once more. At this moment, his aura was unstoppable, like a descending War God, ready to crush any enemies in his path!
The Shaking Light Saintess’s expression changed drastically. She knew that she had lost the upper hand, and if she did not come up with a solution quickly, she might truly meet her demise at Gu Sheng’s hands!
Her injuries were severe, making a comeback nearly impossible. Gritting her teeth, her figure flickered, fleeing toward the distance!
"Trying to escape? Not so easy."
Gu Sheng’s eyes gleamed coldly as he activated the Carefree Ascension Step, his figure darting like lightning. On the icy plain, his form left trails of golden afterimages, slicing through the sky like a lightning bolt.
Despite her injuries, the Shaking Light Saintess reacted swiftly. She activated the White Lotus Bloom domain, her figure transforming into fragments of lotus petals, fluttering away. Her speed rivaled Gu Sheng’s, and the two commenced a breathtaking chase amidst the icy wilderness.
"Hmph, do you really think you can escape?"
Gu Sheng sneered, unmoved despite being slightly slower when using the Carefree Ascension Step alone. He remained composed. With a thought, the Demon Soul of the Green Vine was released, wrapping around him. With his speed stacked by this reinforcement, he vanished from his position, reappearing near the Shaking Light Saintess.
Feeling the intense aura pursuing her from behind, the Shaking Light Saintess’s face paled. She was too weak to sustain high-speed movement for long. Realizing Gu Sheng was about to catch up, she steeled herself and turned to unleash a fierce attack on him.
Gu Sheng had already anticipated her move. Dodging nimbly, he unleashed the Green Vine Demon Soul toward the Shaking Light Saintess. Like a supple serpent dancing through the air, it swiftly encased her tightly.
"Gu Sheng, must you lay a cruel hand on this delicate flower?"
Bound tightly, the Shaking Light Saintess refused to concede. Her enchanting gaze locked onto Gu Sheng as she employed her charms. "Could you really harm a helpless woman like me?"
Gu Sheng watched her performance, unmoved. He was well aware of her cunning nature and ruthless methods. Any momentary lapse in vigilance could lead to irreversible consequences,
"Save your strength, Saintess. Weren’t you just trying to kill me? Why resort to playing the sentimental card now?"
Seeing that her seductive tactics failed, the Shaking Light Saintess’s expression shifted again. Her eyes gleamed with a cunning light. "Gu Sheng, why don’t we turn hostility into friendship? Release me, and I promise never to oppose you again, okay?"
"Oh? Saintess, your word is hardly trustworthy." Gu Sheng sneered, shaking his head. "Unless you can offer something of value."
The Shaking Light Saintess hesitated, realizing she had to present an enticing enough offer to save herself,
"Fine! I’ll tell you a secret in exchange. It’s about a certain Ancient relic site, brimming with treasures and opportunities!"
But Gu Sheng remained unmoved by her words. "While Ancient relics might interest me, I much prefer tangible gains. You’d better try a different tactic, Saintess."
Amid their scuffle, aided by the Great Moon Pupil Skill, Gu Sheng’s gaze inadvertently fell upon her waistband, where a certain intimate garment rested. He suddenly had an idea.
In the ensuing clash, Gu Sheng feigned an opening, allowing the Shaking Light Saintess to make a move, and then seized the opportunity to snatch her intimate garment. The Shaking Light Saintess gasped in shock and tried to retrieve it, but Gu Sheng dodged deftly.
"You! How dare you act so disgracefully!"
The Shaking Light Saintess glared at Gu Sheng, livid and humiliated, wishing she could tear him apart. But the circumstances favored him, forcing her to suppress her anger.
Twirling the garment in his hand, Gu Sheng smirked playfully. "Now, Saintess, are you ready to discuss terms?"
After a heated round of bargaining, the two finally reached an agreement: Gu Sheng would spare the Shaking Light Saintess and promise not to divulge her secret, while she, in return, would surrender certain items—including the intimate garment Gu Sheng had taken—as well as critical intelligence about her faction.