907: Chapter 903: Awakening of the Wooden Sword 907: Chapter 903: Awakening of the Wooden Sword While the martial artists despaired, the Ding brothers couldn’t help but try to break through the Four Symbols Formation laid down by the Ye Family Elders!
“Big brother!
I’m coming to save you!”
“You absolutely must not die!
You are not only the future of the Night King Hall but also the future of the Martial Arts World!”
“The three of us will give our lives to protect you!”
The Ding brothers were brimming with enthusiasm, but unfortunately, their abilities were insufficient to break through the Four Symbols Formation.
The barrier of the Four Symbols Formation, though tranquil and secure within, concealed an immense energy at its edges.
This energy directly repelled the Ding brothers backward!
“You fools!
Do you really think you can save Ye Tian?
The enemy is so powerful that even if you sacrificed your lives entirely, it would be to no avail!”
Clan Leader Ye Zhihuan of the Ye Family reprimanded them, finally stopping their foolish actions.
Because if the Four Symbols Formation were broken, not only would they perish, but every martial artist present would also face certain death…
At this moment, the Ding brothers felt deeply powerless, but they could only helplessly watch as Yu Xiao clutched Ye Tian’s neck, utterly unable to intervene…
“Ye Tian, after your death, everyone else will perish as well!
So on the road to the underworld, you won’t need to worry about feeling lonely!”
Yu Xiao’s cold voice reached Ye Tian’s ears.
Since Ye Tian had risen to fame, he had never encountered such a formidable opponent.
Even when confronting Wang Cai, Ye Tian had not felt the terror of death.
But the Life Force possessed by Yu Xiao far exceeded Ye Tian’s expectations.
Her power rendered Ye Tian completely immobile…
“Death?
I will not die!
And you will never realize your dream!”
Even with his throat gripped tightly, Ye Tian still squeezed out these words from between his teeth.
These words pierced Yu Xiao’s ears like sharp needles.
Yu Xiao instantly grew even more furious!
“You bastard!
Ye Tian, today I will make sure there’s not even a corpse left of you!”
Yu Xiao’s grip tightened further, and Ye Tian’s neck was already pinched into a gourd shape.
Yet, Ye Tian’s eyes remained clear and radiant as they stared at Yu Xiao unwaveringly, showing no trace of despair, shining with brilliant light…
“You…”
Despite having the upper hand, Yu Xiao was unable to make Ye Tian yield to despair.
To Yu Xiao, this was itself an insult.
So Yu Xiao continued to exert force with her hands, nearly shattering Ye Tian’s neck bones…
“Creak!” “Creak!”…
A sharp sound erupted violently, and even Ye Tian finally began to feel suffocated.
Unable to draw breath, his consciousness gradually became blurry…
In the haze, Ye Tian suddenly heard a voice—
“Boy, are you giving up just like this?”
This voice was familiar and warm, one Ye Tian hadn’t heard in a long time, bringing a surge of nostalgia.
—It was the voice of the Tree Heart of the millennium ancient tree!
After the battle with Wang Cai, the Wooden Knife was damaged, and the Tree Heart, having infused all its Life Force into Ye Tian’s body, chose to slumber.
Ye Tian had not communicated with the Tree Heart for a long time, nor heard the voice of this old friend!
“Tree Heart, is that you?”
Ye Tian reached out to the Tree Heart with his mind, gently asking.
“Who else could it be?
Boy, I didn’t expect you to remain so stubborn even when confronted with Yu Xiao’s heart.
Rare, indeed!”
The Tree Heart praised Ye Tian, but Ye Tian could only offer a bitter smile.
“But this woman is too strong.
I cannot counter her power!”
The Tree Heart laughed, its laughter devoid of bitterness.
“I once followed you into Yu Xiao’s heart and felt her experiences.
At the bottom of the frigid pool, she endured more than ten thousand years, gathering resentment from the world over that time.
That’s what made her so powerful.
I once absorbed some of her power but was amazed at how little strength came from ten thousand years of resentment, as well as her overly timid personality, which didn’t seem like the product of such prolonged accumulation.
Now I see that all her power concentrated into another personality, one neither you nor I had noticed!”
After hearing the Tree Heart’s explanation, Ye Tian finally understood.
Of course, what made Ye Tian happiest was being able to chat once again with his old friend, the Tree Heart!
The Tree Heart continued, “Boy, although that woman is indeed formidable, with our combined strength, defeating her is not impossible.
So this time, don’t give up hope!
For you bear not only the lives of countless martial artists but also the fate of the entire Martial Arts World.
More importantly, my heart that has endured for ten thousand years wishes to see this world with you.
You cannot disappoint me!”
As the Tree Heart spoke, it began channeling an incomparably powerful energy into Ye Tian’s body.
Ye Tian felt it keenly—this energy was unmistakably the Life Force!
“Tree Heart, what’s going on?
The Wooden Knife carried no Life Force before.
Where is this energy coming from now?”
Ye Tian asked in confusion.
The Tree Heart chuckled, “Fool, this is not my power but the power you originally possessed.
After connecting with me, this power has simply grown stronger!”
“I see.”
Ye Tian sighed and ceased conversing further with the Tree Heart, instead quietly sensing how the energy within him continued to grow.
Just as the Tree Heart said, the Wooden Knife had no inherent power; the Tree Heart’s function was catalytic.
This “catalysis” caused Ye Tian’s strength to intensify!
It grew powerful enough to contend with Yu Xiao!
As the energy in Ye Tian’s body surged, his presence became heavier, and Yu Xiao, who was fiercely squeezing his neck, immediately felt an immense pressure!
“What’s… happening…”
Yu Xiao looked on, stunned.
Ye Tian and the Tree Heart’s mental connection had taken only 0.1 seconds in the real world, so the sudden enhancement of Ye Tian’s energy completely exceeded Yu Xiao’s expectations!
Ye Tian slowly opened his eyes, and the light radiating from them was as dazzling as the sun!
Empowered, Ye Tian grabbed Yu Xiao’s hand.
Though Yu Xiao’s body had fused with her essence and become incredibly rigid, she still felt a faint pain from Ye Tian’s grip.
“Impossible!”
Yu Xiao still couldn’t fathom what was happening.
In her eyes, her power was unparalleled, yet the energy within Ye Tian was now equal to hers.
Forced to withdraw her hand from Ye Tian’s neck due to the pain, Yu Xiao continued to watch, eyes filled with disbelief.
The martial artists protected by the Four Symbols Formation erupted into cheers upon seeing Ye Tian unharmed!
“Amazing!
Big brother is fine!
I knew he wouldn’t fall!
No matter how strong the opponent, they can’t defeat him!”
“Is Ye Tian really that formidable?
Just moments ago, he seemed seconds away from dying, but now he’s risen again with unstoppable force.
What kind of limitless power does he possess?”
“Ye Tian’s strength is like an unfathomable abyss!
He appears at the brink of defeat but suddenly turns the tide and rivals his enemies!
No wonder even someone like Sect Leader Wu Weizi suffered under him!”
“While we can’t see the final outcome yet, it seems Ye Tian at least has a chance against the monster before him, right?”
…
The martial artists discussed fervently!
The Ding brothers and Ye Family Elders rejoiced at Ye Tian’s resurgence in the face of death.
This turn of events not only safeguarded everyone’s lives but also offered a glimmer of hope for the Martial Arts World.
Meanwhile, the outer and inner sect disciples of Tianmen could only marvel…
Ye Tian’s strength was simply astounding; no matter the opponent, he never failed to rebound from the brink of defeat!
Some inner disciples of Tianmen, originally planning to oppose Ye Tian, now felt fortunate they hadn’t taken a stand against him!
“Surprised?
Then here’s your answer!”
Ye Tian glanced at Yu Xiao’s astonished expression, his demeanor serene.
The more powerful a martial artist, the less they flaunted their strength.
At this moment, Ye Tian spoke with extraordinary composure.
That calmness contrasted sharply with Yu Xiao’s current expression!
Ye Tian slowly brought the Wooden Knife up to Yu Xiao’s face.
The blade, which had been dull mere minutes before, now radiated brilliance.
With the Tree Heart awakened, the knife emitted luminous splendor.
The radiant light enraged Yu Xiao!
“Could it be that the power of your Wooden Knife has been restored?
Impossible!
This cannot be!”
Yu Xiao, trembling with fear, understood clearly.
As a Life Weapon herself, she recognized that the Wooden Knife had slumbered since the battle with Wang Cai.
Earlier, when Ye Tian wielded the Wooden Knife against her, he had forcibly infused Life Force into the blade.
While it had carried Life Force, the Wooden Knife had remained dim, and Ye Tian’s strength had been diminished!
But now, with the Wooden Knife glowing brightly, Yu Xiao could discern the truth.
The Wooden Knife had revived!