Chapter 2412 - 2413: Mutation

Chapter 2412: Chapter 2413: Mutation

But this also requires a lot of time. Even though Lin Chen’s physique is exceptionally resilient, recovery doesn’t happen in an instant; it takes time.

Fortunately, Pan Hao is currently too preoccupied with his own issues to pay attention to Lin Chen.

He sat on the ground, unbothered by the dirt and chaos under him.

While sitting cross-legged, he kept observing Pan Hao. During this observation, Lin Chen could clearly see the changes in Pan Hao’s condition.

These changes brought Lin Chen great delight.

Originally, Pan Hao was not particularly tall, and under the current circumstances, possibly due to the excessive energy used to resist Lin Chen’s attacks, Pan Hao’s body had shrunk by a few inches. The blood-red color seemed to dim as his body shrank.

"It seems this form conjured by something has reached its limit."

Lin Chen muttered to himself, having observed some clues.

Pan Hao’s current appearance is akin to the spiritual energy within his Dantian, which is depleted based on the intensity of outside attacks. Eventually, it will run out completely.

Pan Hao now looks just like that, except it’s his entire body that’s being consumed.

Lin Chen staggered to his feet. Although his wounds remained severe, his formidable physique had allowed him to recover some strength.

Under such recovery, Lin Chen felt noticeably better; at least his breathing had steadied slightly, though his right arm remained incapacitated.

So Lin Chen switched to wielding the sword with his left hand and, while gazing at Pan Hao, he began retreating slowly. Despite his retreat, his expression was extremely cautious, his gaze unwavering from Pan Hao’s menacing face.

Pan Hao was no longer as arrogant as before, but Lin Chen could not afford to be careless.

In situations as they are now, Lin Chen must remain vigilant. His injuries haven’t fully healed; if Pan Hao finds even the smallest opening, the consequences would be dire.

Anyway, Pan Hao’s strength is mostly spent enduring Lin Chen’s attacks, giving Lin Chen confidence, as he can still feel the presence of the two waves of force. This is why he breathed a small sigh of relief.

After retreating several steps, maintaining a distance of tens of meters from Pan Hao, Lin Chen finally stopped, sheathing his ancient sword and allowing himself a brief rest.

Yet his gaze remained fixed on Pan Hao.

"Ah... I will tear you to pieces! I swear!"

Pan Hao’s voice, filled with desperation, echoed from afar. As his voice boomed, the force from Lin Chen’s two spiritual energy attacks arose like two serpents, twisting forward and wreaking havoc inside Pan Hao’s body.

The force was overpowering, causing Pan Hao to shrink rapidly and diminish the intensity of his threats.

Blood seeped from the corner of Pan Hao’s eye, signaling his body beginning to melt.

His legs started sinking slowly, turning abruptly into liquid.

Witnessing this situation from a distance, Lin Chen finally felt relieved. From the current perspective, the outcome seemed settled; Pan Hao had lost his former vigor and his power waned, alleviating much pressure on Lin Chen.

"It seems he’ll finally be vanquished."

The distant elder also relaxed, recognizing the removal of Pan Hao as a great benefit for them.

This indicates that restrictions will be lifted, allowing sacred artifacts to regain their power.

While communication with the higher realms might not be possible as before, the sect’s sacred artifact remains extraordinary. With a few years remaining, they are optimistic about uncovering its mysteries.

As long as the crisis is resolved before Lu Kang fully recuperates, they maintain an optimistic outlook.

"Don’t be careless."

Liu Qinghan frowned. Although Lin Chen currently held the upper hand, Liu Qinghan felt a sense of unease.

This compelled him to keep a close watch on Pan Hao.

"If things seem wrong, be prepared to intervene and save him."

After this sensation, Liu Qinghan turned to the side, where a chubby man continued to eat incessantly.

As if oblivious to the surrounding events, his attention was solely on eating, his hands slick with oil.

However, upon hearing Liu Qinghan’s words, he finally stopped his actions, raising his head as wild eyes glinted.

Following Liu Qinghan’s gesture, he looked in Lin Chen’s direction. Lin Chen, with his back to everyone, appeared haggard, likely due to his injuries, yet the chubby man etched Lin Chen’s silhouette in his mind.

After a brief moment, he nodded to Liu Qinghan, then resumed eating.

This time, he didn’t lower his head but straightened, still munching on his food, while his eyes roamed to guard against any bizarre occurrences.

Seeing the chubby man’s alertness and action, Liu Qinghan relaxed, recognizing that Lin Chen’s displayed strength wasn’t in vain.

The capabilities Lin Chen had shown were impressive, causing Liu Qinghan to reevaluate his potential. For someone contributing significantly to the Green Ripple Sect, Liu Qinghan naturally wished to keep him safe.

"If I can’t preserve it, I won’t let it rest either!"

Finally, Pan Hao cried out suddenly from afar; his voice, though deep, was indistinct to Lin Chen and others.

However, after this, Pan Hao suddenly moved.

His comprehension of Lin Chen’s formidable attacks perhaps led him to abandon resistance, opting instead for a desperate gamble!

At the instant of retracting his energy, Pan Hao charged forward, not towards Lin Chen, but the spot where he had failed to retrieve the round rod earlier.

In a single breath, Pan Hao grasped the round rod and shouted, "Blood Sacrifice!"