Chapter 830 - 823: Earth Shatters and Heaven Collapses

Chapter 830: Chapter 823: Earth Shatters and Heaven Collapses

"True Vein Seal Technique, Free Will!!"

Accompanied by a series of explosive cracks from his body, Zhou Yuanjue’s frame expanded rapidly like a balloon, growing taller and more massive by the second. Within five seconds, a colossal figure standing nearly ten meters tall appeared before everyone. His body hair stood on end, his expression was majestic, and his eyes shone with brilliant light, making him look like one of the Divine Beings.

WHOOSH!! WHOOSH!!

Terrifying Energy fluctuations spread from Zhou Yuanjue’s body like a tidal wave, sending out visible rings of Energy ripples that constantly churned the air. Even within the safe zone, Luluno and the others could feel the intense Energy sweeping past them like a Hurricane. This was no illusory physical change; it was a completely tangible form! His body had truly expanded by more than five times. Not only that, but the Energy fluctuating within him had reached an absolutely terrifying level.

Luluno could no longer maintain his flawless acting and fell into a stupor along with everyone around him. They marveled at how Zhou Yuanjue could control his flesh and Energy to undergo such a drastic change in a single instant. His Energy fluctuations seemed even stronger than those of an ordinary Second Layer Transformation Boundary. They wondered if he had actually been hiding such a method, and whether this was truly the First Layer Transformation Boundary. Even a Second Layer Transformation Boundary shouldn’t be this strong!

They weren’t the only ones surprised. At this moment, Gegula’s body was cast in the shadow of Zhou Yuanjue’s massive frame, and a hint of sluggishness briefly crossed his face. He wondered if this guy had actually kept this state hidden. This was the punishment for his arrogance. If he had obtained detailed combat intel from Red Spider earlier, he wouldn’t be caught completely off guard now, shocked by Zhou Yuanjue’s sudden outburst.

"Didn’t you say my base Power was too weak? Well, how about now?" Zhou Yuanjue’s voice resonated like a Hong Zhong, sending out expanding rings of sound waves. As soon as the words left his mouth, he sprang into action without waiting for his opponent’s reply.

BOOM!!

A massive sound erupted from beneath his feet. With an explosive burst of Power, a shallow crater formed on the incredibly tough surface of the True Land. Despite his colossal size, he moved with extraordinary speed. Although he was still not as fast as Gegula, the gap between them had been closed as much as possible. In a flash, he appeared before Gegula. His tightly clenched fists resembled giant Warhammers as he raised both arms high into the air.

THUMP THUMP! THUMP THUMP!!

Gegula’s Life Pulse ability hadn’t faltered for a second. It continued to function without interruption, allowing him to perceive Zhou Yuanjue’s movements with absolute clarity. However, at this very moment, the brilliant light in Zhou Yuanjue’s eyes instantly dulled. All the terrifying aura surrounding him retracted and halted, as if he had instantly entered the Dying State. This was the transition between life and death! In a split second, every trace of Zhou Yuanjue’s Life Pulse vanished from Gegula’s perception.

But in the next instant.

BOOM!!

Endless light flooded back into Zhou Yuanjue’s pupils. Terrifying Energy, compressed by the Twelve True Meridians, surged into his limbs and bones. His raised fists smashed down instantly!!

WHOOSH WHOOSH WHOOSH!!

The wind howled!!

Because of the rapid transition between life and death, Gegula’s ability could no longer provide him with accurate judgments. He frantically wondered how this Technique would play out and where it would land. Was it a variation? A feint? With this level of Energy output, the consequences of a direct hit would be unpredictable. He was not the type to excel at explosive Power, so he couldn’t face such an attack head-on. He panicked, unsure of how to counter it. Should he block it, dodge it, or do something else? Staring at the rapidly descending fists, Gegula instantly fell into a state of bewilderment.

The Life Rhythm Perception Ability was a special trait he possessed due to his Bloodline mutation; it was an innate Talent. From his earliest and weakest days, he had been special. He could always feel the Life Pulse of various beings, perceive changes in their rhythms, and pinpoint their flaws. In every battle, the Life Pulse had given him tremendous help. Gradually, he had formed a deep reliance on this ability of his, treating it much like a human organ.

Many Martial Artists relied on their eyes as their primary sensory organ. When their vision was impaired, their combat prowess would plummet, and they might even lose their ability to resist entirely. For Gegula, the Life Rhythm Perception Ability was even more crucial than eyes were to a Martial Artist. As a result, when this ability failed, his Techniques fell into complete chaos. His brief moment of sluggishness exposed a massive opening, and Zhou Yuanjue’s fists were already crashing down from above.

It wasn’t nearly as complicated as Gegula had imagined. There were no variations or feints—it was simply a direct, overwhelmingly heavy attack. But Zhou Yuanjue had anticipated that his opponent would expose an opening. After all, the first time he used the Life and Death Seal, his opponent had exhibited the same bewildered hesitation. This time, even though Gegula was somewhat prepared, all Zhou Yuanjue needed was a single instant to erase the gap in speed and reaction time between them.

And things unfolded exactly as Zhou Yuanjue had predicted! In that split second, as long as Gegula reacted immediately, it was entirely possible for him to dodge the attack using his terrifying reflexes and speed. If that happened, Zhou Yuanjue wouldn’t have many options left. After all, his mastery over the State of Free Will was not yet refined. He could only use straightforward, wide-open moves. If his opponent engaged him in a battle of attrition using speed and reflexes, the situation would become extremely troublesome. Unfortunately, the opponent failed to seize that fleeting opportunity, a mistake that would completely strip him of any hope of winning the battle.

WHOOSH WHOOSH WHOOSH WHOOSH!!

The fierce wind howled as the fists descended. By this time, Gegula was left with almost no time to think. Reacting almost subconsciously, he swung his Bone Blades upward to intercept the smashing fists.

CRASH!!

The two forces collided. The Bone Blades cut deep into Zhou Yuanjue’s knuckles, severing more than half of the underlying bone. However, the terrifying shockwave carried by the massive fists also took effect.

BUZZ BUZZ BUZZ!!

The concussive force traveled along the Bone Blades and coursed through Gegula’s entire body, inevitably leaving him paralyzed.

RIP!!

Ignoring the injury on his hands, Zhou Yuanjue forcefully yanked his fists back. The Immortal Seal took effect, and the wounds on his knuckles rapidly healed. Such a minor injury couldn’t shake his foundation. But his attack had a completely different effect on Gegula!

The shockwave reverberated throughout his body. Even though Gegula could still move, his speed and reaction time were severely restricted. His evasive mobility had been what Zhou Yuanjue feared the most. Now that this advantage was gone, Gegula was like a sitting duck! By now, Gegula seemed to have recovered from the panic of his failing ability, finally understanding Zhou Yuanjue’s plan. But it was too late.

ROAR!!

Zhou Yuanjue let out a terrifying, booming roar that sent sound waves rippling through the air. With his arms raised high, he looked like an ancient Martial Saint riding a warhorse and wielding a heavy hammer. The twin hammers smashed down, carrying the force to shatter the earth and tear the sky apart!!