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.

single beat he used Jim's long sword and mercilessly pierced him

mouthfuls of blood as he struggled through the stabbing pain. With his final breath, Jim

with your own sword is the only mercy

it. He learned never to show mercy ever again in the face of his enemies. He knew

three disciples. They

away

was for he was one of the top ten outer disciples in the Snow

to leave," Ricky sneered. He was on a roll. He attacked head on and killed

the Snow Sect. This was definitely going to leave an impact. If the Snow Sect were to

the help of Heather, Ricky managed to kill all three of them in three

accomplished all his purposes for the Iron Blood Trial.

pass and go to the Sacred Blood

gave them to Heather. He found it pointless in taking more, he already had enough -- seven hundred, to

They found it best to spend their time to recuperate and restore the energy they

spot, they both found a resting place near a giant tree. They practiced controlling their breathing to pass time.

what kind of cultivation method are you using?" Heather inquired, finally being unable to repress her curiosity.

course, if you find it uncomfortable telling me, you don't have to. I'm just curious," Heather added. She realized that she shouldn't have asked him anything so she

then there is no reason for me to keep the answer from you." Seeing that Heather 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

Formula?" Heather murmured thoughtfully as if

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

it. Unless they could test

question bothering Ricky, though. If the Nine-degree Body Refining Formula really was only suitable for those who lacked spiritual meridians to learn, then why was he able to

could only ascribe this occurrence to the unique attributes of his

who don't have spiritual meridians? !" Heather was surprised after she heard what Ricky said. She looked at him apprehensively and

doesn't have a spiritual meridian!"

could it be possible for him to be at the eighth grade of Skin Refinement if he

then maybe you can test it

were inconclusive. Heather surely couldn't test Ricky's renewed spiritual

......