Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 177

“Yo, what the hell are you looking at? Want a one-on-one?”

Noticing the white-clad man glancing over, the muscular loli pointed her long knife far ahead, chin held high, looking like she feared nothing.

As Li Wujie, a sword cultivator, I couldn’t help but feel a surge of interest in this indirect encounter with an immortal swordsman.

As soon as those words were said…

Red Brow Mountain fell silent.

People around sneered, thinking this weirdo really brought misfortune upon himself by disrespecting that white-clad man!

After all, he was the newly ascended immortal sword master; how could someone with his temperament tolerate a junior’s provocation?

With their thoughts racing, everyone restrained their killing intent, planning to take this opportunity to observe and uncover the secrets of Xue Wuhen.

Who would’ve thought that Xue Wuhen, despite the loli’s brazen attitude, didn’t seem to care at all?

Sitting cross-legged on the white tiger, he looked at the muscular loli standing on the giant eagle and said earnestly, “This friend shares my aspirations; why don’t we temporarily team up and clear out the vermin hiding around here?”

Boom!

The previously quiet Red Brow Mountain exploded with a fierce killing intent, sending chills down everyone’s spine.

Those hiding in the shadows as testers were both shocked and furious; they never expected Xue Wuhen would lower himself to offer goodwill to that muscular loli.

Looks like this fight was bound to happen!

Li Wujie was taken aback, scratching his head; this guy was quite sincere and didn’t give off the high-and-mighty vibe he had expected.

Since that was the case, he couldn’t very well refuse.

After all, collaborating with a powerhouse of this level would undoubtedly be a point of pride!

“In light of your sincerity, let’s team up. But I’ll say this upfront: if you try anything funny behind my back, don’t blame me for turning hostile!” Li Wujie hefted the large knife onto his shoulder, glaring as a warning.

After saying that, he felt a rush of exhilaration, as if every pore in his body was relaxing; it felt incredible.

To throw around words in front of an immortal swordsman like that? When else would he get a chance?!

In a word, this trip was totally worth it!

Meanwhile, in Xue Wuhen’s perspective…

That boisterous muscular loli, with a knife perched on her shoulder, glaring at him with those big watery eyes, was utterly adorable as she confidently issued her threats…

“Don’t worry, I’d never stoop to that level!” Xue Wuhen said solemnly.

“Haha, then what are we waiting for? Let’s get to it!!!”

Li Wujie laughed heartily as he swung his large knife, a dazzling blade aura shooting out faster than lightning, crashing down onto a hillside of Red Brow Mountain.

Boom!

An explosive sound erupted, thick clouds of dust rolling forth.

That small hillside split open to reveal a bloodied man half-kneeling on the ground, howling up at the sky, “At this point, what are you waiting for? Everyone, charge together and take them out!”

As soon as he finished speaking…

Dozens of powerful auras shot up into the sky, and figures rushed out from the shadows, weapons of all sorts drawn, unleashing their unique skills.

They were all filled with murderous intent, now enraged and ready to take down the two biggest threats before them.

“Too much bullying, attack!!!”

The battle cries shook the heavens, the boiling killing intent shooting up to the sky.

“Bring it on!” Li Wujie was even more excited, riding the giant eagle as he swooped down, swinging his long knife in ceaseless slashes, overwhelming blade aura surging.

Clang, clang, clang!

The deafening sounds of metal clashing echoed in all directions, mixed with the occasional sorrowful screams.

In midair, the muscular loli was laughing wildly, knife in hand, moving perfectly with the eagle’s impressive speed, cutting her way in and out of the encirclement, both she and the eagle exuding colossal momentum.

“Xue senior, I’ve long admired your name; please instruct me!” On the mountain path, a dozen figures descended, both male and female, clad in mostly decent gear, some even rare sets, now glaring menacingly at the white-clad man.

“Roar!” Sensing the hostility around him, the white tiger’s face turned fierce, letting out a warning growl, its tail raised, obviously entering battle mode.

Xue Wuhen’s expression remained flat as he slowly gripped the sword hilt, feeling the temperature around him plummet, and snowflakes materialized out of thin air.

Swish!

As he fully drew the sword, a torrent of frosty aura was unleashed, shooting frost across the ground, rapid in its spread.

The sword, about one meter long, glimmered in a dazzling ice-blue hue; this was the upgraded Ice Soul Sword, technically an Ice Soul Divine Sword, an orange epic-grade weapon!

Holding the Ice Soul Divine Sword, Xue Wuhen stood tall and confident, his cold gaze sweeping over the area, radiating disdain.

“Holy crap! His weapon is actually epic-grade!”

“No wonder he’s so arrogant!”

“Relax, it’s not like he’s fully decked out in epic gear; his outfit is just decent quality. A clear case of strong offense but weak defense—this can be done!”

“True! Let’s go!”

In an instant, the dozen figures surged forward, each unleashing their signature moves.

With a cold smile, Xue Wuhen leaped into the air, his pristine white robe fluttering, long hair dancing in the wind, and with the backdrop of swirling snowflakes, the scene became extraordinarily beautiful.

Swish!

He swung the sword fiercely, the blade aura spreading like an overwhelming cold tide.

Boom, boom, boom! The chilling sword intent enveloped the area, affecting everyone around; faces turned pale as the cold air froze them to the bone, their movements growing sluggish.

“Not good!”

The crowd’s expressions changed drastically, hearts racing.

Seizing the opportunity, Xue Wuhen utilized advanced body technique skills, becoming elusive and unpredictable, striking as fast as lightning, with intricate swordplay.

“Ah…”

In just a few seconds, several people were severely injured and forced out of the encirclement, drenched in blood.

A blue-clad man hurriedly cast a purifying spell in an attempt to shake off the frostbite, but after one use, he discovered as long as he stayed within range, the freezing effect would reapply.

Frustrated, he planned to retreat a few steps, but suddenly felt a chill at his neck, and his eyes widened in horror, “W-wait!”

Before he could finish, a sword sealed his throat, leaving no chance for rescue, his health bar instantly wiped clean, turning into a box.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh~

Snowflakes danced in the air, frost covering the ground, and cold mist rolled out continuously, starkly contrasting the scenery of Red Brow Mountain.

“His sword is strange!”

“Crap, I can’t move!”

“Hold steady! Hold steady!”

…

Panic instantly spread through the crowd.

In the blink of an eye, what started as an aggressive assault was quickly countered by Xue Wuhen’s exceptional tactics.

It was like a block of hard-frozen meat being skillfully sliced up by a butcher.

Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh!

At this moment, Xue Wuhen, thanks to the Ice Soul Divine Sword’s characteristics and his elusive body techniques, glided effortlessly through the enemy ranks.

While his defense was his weak point, he maximized his offensive capabilities through various tactics!

“Roar!” The white tiger wasn’t idle either, pouncing on a bulky guy wielding a spiked club, opening its massive jaws to bite down, blood splattering everywhere.

With the one man and one tiger working in tandem, testers kept falling, the number of boxes on the ground increasing drastically, showcasing their might!

In the sky, sharp cries echoed above Red Brow Mountain.

The muscular loli swung her long knife, cutting vertically and horizontally, her face filled with excitement; grateful for her flying mount, she skillfully battled back and forth, escaping danger repeatedly.

“Have some guts and stop riding the eagle! Come down and fight us!” shouted an angry woman.

Li Wujie laughed heartily for a moment, then winked, “You don’t have an eagle, so don’t blame me~”

“Shameless!!” The woman fumed, infuriated, drawing her bow to target Li Wujie, releasing arrow after arrow that struck like venomous snakes aimed to bite.

“Want to shoot me? Not a chance!”

Li Wujie patted the proud eagle’s head, and it adeptly avoided the hail of poisoned arrows.

Throughout this entire process…

A dozen testers chased after Li Wujie, but being slow meant they were at a disadvantage, yet every time they hesitated, he’d execute a counterattack, forcing them back in disarray. By the time they regrouped and prepared to attack, Li Wujie would seize the moment and swiftly create distance, leaving them grumbling in frustration.

Chase or not, they were stuck in a dilemma!

This was what extreme pulling meant!