Poetic verse ceased, figure arrived.

On the Yanwu Stage, Li Ruoyu stood holding her sword.

An elegant figure, a stunning face.

Exceptional sword intent, fierce killing aura.

Although the peerless warriors present did not recognize this unfamiliar female swordsman, they knew, based on a "feeling" alone…this female warrior was definitely a top-tier master.

“Siyu Ruoli, is it…” Yao Nitian…still kept his eyes closed, acting profound and unpredictable, “Hmm…another swordsperson…” A hint of disappointment appeared on his face, “…you are no match for me. While you still have life, admit defeat.”

Hearing this, Ruoyu’s face darkened, her voice as cold as an icy stream: “A mere evil spirit, how dare you be so arrogant and conceited?”

“Hm?” Yao Nitian never expected this unknown junior to dare speak to him like that, “A presumptuous swordsperson indeed. Since you seek death, then allow me to test your abilities…”

After a brief exchange, the two were already at each other’s throats, their killing intent clear.

A battle to the death was about to erupt.

However…before the battle begins, let’s briefly introduce the strengths of the combatants.

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First, let’s talk about Yao Nitian.

This evil spirit monk is a member of the Xie Ling (evil spirit) organization "Yaoshi Futu" (Demon World Pagoda) from Mie Jing (one of the alternate dimensions in the Pili universe).

Please note, he is only a "member"...not one of the "Eleven Heavenly Prohibitions," not one of the "Three Sects of Extinction," and certainly not one of the "Three Giants of Xie Ling" (all of whom hold higher positions and greater power than him within Yaoshi Futu). Their leaders, "Foye Shuangshen" (Tianchi Jiye and Aihuo Nv Rong) probably don’t even know him.

To assess Yao Nitian’s position in his own universe, he’s probably not that different from [Jiao]. But…he is a character destined to be recorded in the annals of the Pili world.

Just because he once said a sentence – “Qitian Di, not bad.”

Who is this Qitian Di? He is not human at all…He is the founding Demon Emperor of the Different Dimension Demon Realm, the Number One Martial God of the Heavenly Realm, the God of Destruction and Rebirth, one of the creator gods of the Pili world.

Qitian's presence spanned twenty-six episodes, featuring over a dozen battles, almost all of which were utterly dominant. Whether it was the Lord of the Realm of Consciousness, the God of War of the Different Dimension Demon Realm, or Sword Saint, the Three Heavenly Ones…even the ultimate combination of Yiye Shu and Feng Zhi Hen…all were no match for him.

Moreover…until his spiritual consciousness returned to the Heavenly Realm, Qitian Di never dodged a single move in battle…He took all attacks head-on…

Whether it was a one-on-one fight or a gang beating, making Qitian even shed a drop of blood was as difficult as ascending to heaven. But Qitian was good at killing people…Anyone who directly took one of his moves (usually just one), no matter how powerful they were, would be either dead or seriously injured.

Now, let’s look at Yao Nitian…Who is he? He is also not human, but he…is merely an evil spirit who became obsessed and lost his way on the path of cultivation.

From his debut to his demise, it lasted only seventeen episodes (although Qitian Di only appeared in twenty-six episodes, Qitian's appearance was at least foreshadowed for the length of two dramas, and his role in those twenty-six episodes was extremely important, almost like a protagonist). Yao Nitian experienced several battles, large and small, without a single victory…and among them, the most thrilling battle was undoubtedly his encounter with Qitian Di.

Back then…Qitian Di slightly raised his left hand in front of him, and demonic energy surged forth, pressing down like mountains and seas.

Upon seeing this, Yao Nitian didn’t hesitate and fled for his life. As he fled, he spat out several mouthfuls of blood and left behind some harsh words…

It was after this battle that Yao Nitian, while conversing with his superior, very calmly uttered that bafflingly famous line…

To put it in perspective, it’s like a weakling who has always failed in sports arrogantly saying, “Bruce Lee, not bad.”

As a minor character who was almost instantly killed, being able to say such a line with an arrogant, critical tone…Yao Nitian is indeed worthy of the name "Wanting to defy the heavens."

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Next, let's talk about Ruoyu.

Since she has already recited her poetic verse, you all probably guessed it…that’s right, not long ago, Ruoyu created a poetic verse in a certain script, and using this as an opportunity, she obtained her Spirit Energy Weapon.

But before listing the specifications of this weapon, let’s first take a look at her character data…

Siyu Ruoli: Lv47

Title: [Thousand Evil Slayer], Title Ability: [Perception Preemption]

Experience Value: 4585610047000000, Skill Value: 2187, Game Coins: 3082000.

Specialties: General A, Mechanical D, Reconnaissance C, Combat S, Shooting D, Medical E, Spiritual Arts B, Summoning nA.

Inventory (1430): Tianxiang Duanxu Glue*3, Survival Value Supplement (Medium)*5, Hemostatic Bandage*5, Antidote Mixture*5, Antifreeze*5, Burn Ointment*5, Constant Glow Lantern, Faded Vision, Goliath's Wings, Lonely Tree Becomes Forest, Mad Whetstone, A Stroke, Time Capsule (Forty Years Extra Large), Riot Shield.

Equipment: Fengsheng, Kule's Cat Skin, Falling Flower Feather Weave, Broken Mask Cheek, Quel'Thalas Boots.

Storage Room (515): Jigsaw Puzzle - Iron Sheet, Jigsaw Puzzle - Sapling, Jigsaw Puzzle - Juice, Jigsaw Puzzle - Scream, Jigsaw Puzzle - Malfunction.

Skill Bar (912): [Falling Blossom Scattering Slash], [Heaven's Gate Four Step Slash], [Mingyu Gong (Sixth Layer)], [Butterfly Spirit Divine Shadow], [Swift Light Secret Style. White Rose], [Moying Wuhen], [Spirit Return], [Bipolar Harmony Kill], [Phoenix Dies, Phoenix Lives].

Considering that Ruoyu's detailed data is appearing for the first time, there are a large number of items and skills that need explanation. So…that part will be temporarily skipped here. In the subsequent text…combining it with the actual combat situation, it will be explained one by one.

Here, let’s look at her Spirit Energy Weapon…

[Name: Primal Water God Sword]

[Type: Spirit Energy Weapon]

[Quality: Excellent]

[Attack Power: ???]

[Attribute: Water]

[Special Effect One: Source Arises from the Heart (This weapon can be summoned without consuming Spirit Energy Value)]

[Special Effect Two: True Form of Primal Water (Any physical and non-physical attacks cannot destroy this sword)]

[Remarks: The ultimate sword that can only be comprehended by those with a special bloodline. Utmost softness, yet utmost strength; with form, yet without form. The sword contains righteousness, exists eternally, destroys demons and slays evil, invincible wherever it goes.]

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On the Yanwu Stage, the evil spirit circled in the air.

The surging demonic energy stirred up gusts of chilling wind.

“All the evil under heaven, heed my call.” Yao Nitian chanted a spell, announcing the start of the battle.

He thrust his staff into the ground, his hands making gestures in front of his chest to circulate his spell, the evil chants and demonic sounds resonating, and his arrogant evil aura rising again.

“Sigh…” Seeing this, Ruoyu sighed softly, “The attitude is indeed arrogant, but…the whole body is full of flaws.”

No sooner said than done!

Ruoyu closed in, treating the evil energy pressure as nothing, and in an instant, she was only a step away from her opponent…