The battle dynamics in the field changed.
As the Vast Flame burned deep within the Seven-Orifice Exquisite Heart, Zhang Jian felt as though all distractions deep within his soul vanished, leaving only a singular intent.
Battle.
At the same time, he continuously analyzed the various magic techniques that Chu Ji unleashed, studying Chu Ji's combat style and contemplating ways to counter.
The countless blue wind energies in his hand began to change, resembling strands, as fierce winds like blades densely dispersed.
He started to reverse control the movement space of Chu Ji.
Previously, when Chu Ji saw him unleash Vast Righteous Qi and instantly reveal Huang You, she realized she couldn't easily get close to Zhang Jian's vicinity and could only maneuver through the void, using magic to erode Zhang Jian's magical power from a distance.
At the same time, she sought every opportunity to appear against Zhang Jian.
But remote magic manipulation was equally Zhang Jian's forte.
By condensing the Wind Talisman, he not only moved with incredible speed and unpredictability but also summoned several wind attribute techniques effortlessly.
After a period of manipulation, the sky-full wind blades gradually transformed into massive wind blades, the blue storm sweeping through the Cyan Nether Square, enveloping the entire area.
This was Zhang Jian's first time displaying such great-power Cyan Nether Storm Technique, yet he did so with exceptional ease.
With one move, he reversed the suppression of Chu Ji.
A blue light surrounded his body as he executed the Cyan Nether Wind Technique, making the surrounding space his territory amid the storm.
"Dragon Scale Shield!"
Realizing the situation was unfavorable, Chu Ji, under the storm, conjured a small crystalline, dragon-shadow shield.
The crystalline shield emitted a strong, lustrous light, revealing its high-grade quality at a glance.
"A Dharma Artifact, and at least a high-tier one?"
In mid-air, Zhang Jian's gaze wavered but he didn't rush.
High-tier Dharma Artifacts undoubtedly possess strong defensive capabilities, but under his control through wind blade techniques, by relentless erosion, the outcome would remain unchanged.
This could turn into Chu Ji's cage instead.
However, Zhang Jian had other thoughts.
Possessing an efficient high-tier Dharma Artifact is indeed crucial.
Otherwise, with just a few moves, Chu Ji would have her magical defense pierced by his sharp blades and be directly overwhelmed.
But in the current state, it would merely require some extra effort.
"Scattered Form!"
With his hand, he gathered starry glows, deploying Chaotic Star Swordsmanship, seemingly manifesting stars overhead, the heavy Dragon's Roar Sword Light condensed and manifested into starry sword qi, bombarding Chu Ji's Dragon Scale Shield, turning it into a target.
He continued to press her.
Completely controlling the battlefield's rhythm.
"Such profound foundation!"
In the square, Yuhe Daoist watched this scene, furrowing his brows tightly.
Several other powerhouses had mixed expressions, having come from the Divination Foundation Establishment stage, but lacked such perverse ability.
On one hand, he deployed a great-power field control technique, and on the other, another great-power attack technique. Managing two tasks simultaneously aside, the magical power consumption for these techniques is immensely high.
Yet Zhang Jian seemed completely unafraid of the expenditure.
Standing within the spiritual field, he seemed to constantly devour the spiritual mechanism of Heaven and Earth, with an astonishing conversion speed of magical power.
"It seems, it should be through the complex effects of a special physique or cultivation technique?"
The Poison Dragon Water God's keen sense discerned the issue.
It's most likely he possesses a special Innate Dao Body.
Only a special Innate Constitution would have such fearless consumption capability.
Thus, she could conclude that Zhang Jian holds a high position within Tongshan Dao Lineage.
"No wonder this Old Flood Dragon is so confident..."
The beautiful woman felt gloomy.
Her gaze fell on Chu Ji, who was clearly being suppressed, in an absolute disadvantage. Even with a high-tier Dharma Artifact like the Dragon Scale Shield, she couldn't reverse the occupation, only delaying defeat temporarily.
Yet Chu Ji wasn't without hope.
She still had an opportunity to strike.
If she could seize the chance, she might not be unable to turn defeat into victory.
Amid the storm, Zhang Jian moved swiftly using Cyan Nether Wind Technique. His actions mirrored Chu Ji's tactics closely, aiming for a fatal strike.
Except his Cyan Nether Wind Technique allowed him to move faster.
Chu Ji was completely unable to detect his movements.
Amid the storm, Zhang Jian's calm voice emerged.
"Friend Daoist Chu Ji, you should still have a killer move up your sleeve, act quickly, or else you might not even have the chance later!"
His voice, amidst the storm, was elusive and enigmatic.
Through the wind energy, he felt a constant, piercing sensation at the back from deep within the Seven-Orifice Exquisite Heart, making him aware that Chu Ji hadn't completely lost her ability to resist. Thus, he spoke directly, urging the reveal of her car, further shattering her confidence.
Under the Dragon Scale Shield, Chu Ji was consuming a great deal of magical power as starry sword qi struck repeatedly, each blow carrying dozens of sword lights, gradually evolving into countless sword lights, keeping her overwhelmed.
Upon hearing this, Chu Ji sighed inwardly and responded.
"No need, Brother Zhang, I surrender!"
As Zhang Jian revealed her trump card, the last shred of hope in her heart truly collapsed.
She withdrew the Dragon Scale Shield, and Zhang Jian enveloped in a blue glow, walked out mid-air.
She chose not to persist; she couldn't even track Zhang Jian's movements now, even if she wanted to deploy her trump card, it would be futile.
Lacking skill compared to others, she surrendered promptly.
This way, she could continue to conceal her own techniques.
After admitting defeat, Chu Ji immediately stepped to the Poison Dragon River God, bowed, and said: "Palace Master, your granddaughter's skills are lacking; I have been defeated, bringing you disappointment. Please, punish me, Palace Master!"
The Poison Dragon Water God, hearing this, promptly helped her up: "This young Brother Zhang comes from a prestigious Dao Lineage; losing to a disciple of the Tongshan Dao Lineage isn't shameful!"
"Stand up!"
She had no intention of blaming this granddaughter.
And Zhang Jian now approached Bai Nu, initially intending to call him uncle but hesitated slightly, then clasped his hands and said:
"Father-in-law, luckily, I didn't disgrace myself!"
Bai Nu nodded expressionlessly, only glanced briefly at Zhang Jian, his gaze somewhat complicated.
Zhang Jian maintained a composed face, just then noticing Bai Liying gazing at him with captivating eyes.
Two wins out of three.
After Zhang Jian defeated Chu Ji, Yuhe Daoist and Xue Daoist simultaneously stepped forward to announce the result.
"Bai Shui Dragon Monarch's side wins two games in a row; this gamble is won by Bai Shui Dragon Monarch!"
"Congratulations to you, Dragon Monarch!"
At this moment, Yuhe Daoist's eyes were smiling.
The Poison Dragon Water God snorted coldly and said.
"Bai Nu, you won't have such luck every time!"
This defeat left her speechless; she immediately surrounded herself and many descendants in a thick black air, her figure transformed into a black wind soaring into the sky, disappearing in an instant.
Seeing this, Bai Nu couldn't help but laugh: "Old Witch, you haven't yet offered apologies!"
On the side, Yuhe Daoist and Xue Daoist witnessing this scene each kept a straight face, shaking their heads.
At the same time, their gazes landed on Zhang Jian.
The Dao practice that Young Master Zhang from the Zhang Family displayed today truly left them a bit shaken.
Zhang Jian also noticed the Daoists' attention, simply offering a slight smile.