The legendary warrior

"Sword-light, three swords in one!"

Brandishing the long sword surrounded by white energy, Jim instantly made three golden sword blades that began to fuse in mid-air. A sharp and powerful sword-light was formed. Jim came with full force to Ricky.

He had all the killing intentions in his mind. He summoned all the power he can muster in his final blow. The powerful cultivation methods concentrated in his sword-light.

Despite the display of strength in front of him, Ricky remained unfazed. A mix of determination and excitement was evidently seen behind his black eyes. His fighting spirit remained unwavering. He channeled his inner strength and summoned the power of First Degree of the Nine-Degree Body Refining Formula in his right arm -- he was ready to retaliate.

Ricky's spiritual energy started taking shape. A fierce tiger started to take form behind his back. The resounding roar of the tiger was heard -- a sign of Ricky's true strength.

"Whiz Fist!" Ricky shouted as he clasped his fingers together to form a fist. With all the energy he could summon in him, he went for the golden sword-light.

Crash! The next few moments were hazy. The sound of golden iron reverberated throughout the whole area. The clash between sword-light and the tiger's roar created a dramatic ripple it could practically tear the whole space apart.

The fight between Jim and Ricky was neck to neck. Ricky's red fist and Jim's sword-light blade were locked into a stalemate.

This, however, only lasted a short while. A cracking sound was heard after a short moment had passed.

It started out as something small, a minute chink in the sword of light. But the cracks started growing. More and more started to appear in the blade and it spread until the sharp sword-light dissipated.

Jim was in disbelief. He was fearful, even. He couldn't fathom the scene unfolding before him. Ricky was pleased with himself. All his hard work paid off. With a cocky smirk, he revved his power further and concentrated in his red fist.

BANG!

An explosive boom resounded in the whole field. The sword-light from the golden sword dimmed and the sword flew right out of Jim's hand.

Ricky did not even give Jim a chance to recover. He immediately struck his chest like a bolt of thunder.

Jim did not even lift a finger to defend himself. Was he strong enough to combat Ricky's punches? Definitely. But he was dejected after seeing his most powerful sword-light shatter into millions of pieces. His will to continue fighting was depleting.

Pow! Jim spat out large amounts of blood from his mouth as he was thrown in the ground with a loud thud.

he used Jim's long sword and mercilessly pierced him through

through the stabbing pain. With his final breath, Jim attempted to lift his finger to point at Ricky, as if trying to squeeze in one final

you with your own sword is the only mercy I can give you," Ricky

to show mercy ever again in the face of his enemies. He knew that if he were to fail

disciples. They were going to be his next

ran away from

he was one of the top ten outer disciples in the Snow Sect. He was also the genius who understood sword-light. But despite all that, Ricky still

on a

This was definitely going to leave an impact. If the Snow Sect were to find out that Ricky killed Jim, the consequences would

kill all three of

purposes

thing to do was wait for the time to pass and go to the Sacred Blood Pond

gave them to Heather. He found it

the dense forest. They found it best to spend their time to recuperate and restore the energy they spent.

a good spot, they both found a resting place near a

are you using?" Heather inquired, finally being unable

to. I'm just curious," Heather added. She realized that she shouldn't have asked him anything so

was fidgety and nervous around him, Ricky broke into a grin to make her comfortable, "This is a body refining cultivation method called the Nine-degree

murmured thoughtfully as if she had heard of this

meridians though. I don't really understand why they want to steal this cultivation method from me." Ricky smiled as he

believe it. Unless they could test it

Formula really was only suitable for those who lacked spiritual meridians to learn, then why was he able to learn

end, Ricky could only ascribe this occurrence to the

who don't have spiritual meridians? !" Heather was surprised after she

right. I'm a guy who doesn't have a spiritual meridian!" Ricky smiled at

shook her head hard, trying to fathom the thought. How could it be possible for him to be at the eighth

to believe, then maybe you can test it out yourself!" Ricky laughed and placed his head in

surely couldn't test Ricky's renewed spiritual meridians out.

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