Chapter 1084: Chapter 677: Encirclement, Qin Tian Appears_2

The willow branches were no longer hanging still but were instead like a well-trained army. Some swept across horizontally, some pierced through, others entangled, and some struck, each adopting different postures to confront different enemies.

One willow branch whipped towards the blade light, emitting a crisp clash of metal upon impact, forcibly dispersing the dark red blade light into a myriad of red sparks that slowly extinguished as they scattered in the air.

Another willow branch looped from the side, striking at a Tier Six black-clothed man’s ribs at a tricky angle. The man dodged hastily yet still had his robe sliced open by the edge of a willow leaf, leaving a shallow bloodstain, as beads of blood seeped out, staining the black cloth.

Two more willow branches simultaneously launched a pincer attack on a Tier Seven powerhouse.

The person staggered slightly, barely avoiding the attack from the left, but was hit on the shoulder by the willow branch on the right, causing him to stumble backward. Though the spiritual body protection saved him from real harm, the impact disrupted his attack rhythm momentarily.

The willow tree’s attacks were like waves, relentless and incessant.

Meanwhile, Dongfang Haoyue had somehow acquired an azure long sword.

It was a long sword, entirely emerald green, inscribed with intricate wooden veins on the blade, resembling an elongated willow leaf. The blade was thin as a cicada’s wings yet emitted a chilling gleam, with tender vines entwined around the hilt, as if it had sprouted directly from the Profound Spear Willow’s trunk.

His swordsmanship was agile and precise, flowing like the stream in a mountain ravine, sometimes fierce as a torrential flood pouring down, sometimes gentle as the breeze caressing willow leaves.

Every rise and fall of his sword perfectly synchronized with the rhythm of the willow branches’ assault. Where the branches swept through, his sword followed closely, cornering those repelled by the branches into dead ends.

A Tier Seven black-clothed man successfully broke through several layers of willow branches’ intercept, appearing ghost-like within three feet to Dongfang Haoyue’s left, with a long sword in hand, slicing directly towards his neck. The blade wind was fierce, carrying a strong scent of blood.

Dongfang Haoyue didn’t even turn his head. With a flick of the wrist, the azure long sword stabbed diagonally as if it had eyes, the sword tip accurately struck the blade’s side, producing a bright, clear ring as it deflected the forceful slice.

The sword swiftly turned next, like a streak of green lightning slicing through the air, grazing the man’s arm, leaving a deep bone-visible wound.

Dark red blood spurted out, sprinkled on the willow tree branches, where it was quietly absorbed by the tree’s roots.

The man grunted, stepping back repeatedly, clutching his wounded arm, an expression of genuine dread finally appearing in his eyes.

On another occasion, a Tier Six black-clothed man took advantage of his companion’s frontal distraction by the willow branches to silently approach from the rear, sticking closely to the ground.

His movements were extraordinarily light, barely making any sound, his dagger emitting a ghostly blue glow, evidently laced with highly poisonous substance. When he was less than two yards from Dongfang Haoyue, the dagger lunged out like a snake—

Dongfang Haoyue still didn’t turn his head.

He merely shifted slightly, tracing a graceful arc with the azure long sword in his hand, the sword tip precisely piercing the wrist of the black-clothed man.

The dagger flung out, spinning in the air before dropping to the ground.

Next, the long sword lifted and pushed, the sword spine hit the black-clothed man’s chest, sending him flying backward, rolling several times on the ground before barely stopping, clutching his broken wrist, letting out painful groans.

But the attackers were too many.

Three Tier Seven kept charging in turns, while five Tier Six continued their harassment from the outskirts. Though the willow branches still dense like a forest, their swinging speed and force visibly slowed down.

Meanwhile, Dongfang Haoyue’s breathing also became slightly rapid, a thin layer of sweat appeared on his forehead.

"Whoosh—"

A blade light seized the chance when his Qi Power had not yet gathered, piercing through the small gap between three willow branches, slicing a cut on his left arm.

Dongfang Haoyue’s brows furrowed slightly, the long sword in his hand still firmly pointed at the enemy, the willow tree remained standing like a fortress.

But his moves were obviously slower than before, and the willow branches’ swinging range reduced slightly.

The eight black-clothed men clearly noticed this as their attacks grew more fierce, their rhythm tightened, eager to complete the kill before Dongfang Haoyue was completely exhausted.

Pressure mounted like the rising tide, stacking layer upon layer.

Dongfang Haoyue gritted his teeth; the spiritual energy within him was largely depleted, his companion spirit plant signaling fatigue.

Just then, Dongfang Haoyue suddenly raised his head, speaking to a certain direction in the sky:

"Are you still not making your move?"

Though his voice wasn’t loud, it resonated distinctly amidst the clash, like a stone tossed into a lake, rippling out circles of invisible waves.

The offensive of the black-clothed men slightly paused, exchanging glances. Though masked and unable to see their expressions, the glint in their eyes clearly showed a hint of bewilderment.

Could there be an ally of Dongfang Haoyue nearby?

They had evidently scouted the surrounding area for miles beforehand, confirming no other presence lurking.

And until now, they had failed to detect any other presence.

Could Dongfang Haoyue be bluffing them?

"I saw you hadn’t spoken yet; I thought you were planning to handle them by yourself."

Suddenly, a leisurely voice came from within the air, carrying a trace of lazy amusement in its tone.

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