Chu Ao Nan let out a series of cold snorts, killing intent bursting from his eyes, his entire body exuding a strong aura of malevolence.
"Heh heh, Chu Ao Nan, you truly are ruthless. You intend to use my life to acquire the Zhou family's assets?"
Hearing this, Zhou Yan shook his head with a wry smile, his expression incredibly calm, without a hint of panic.
"So what? As long as I can obtain the entire Zhou Corporation, I'm willing to die a hundred or a thousand times over!" Chu Ao Nan clenched his fists, his eyes filled with madness and greed.
"Chu Ao Nan, even now, can't you understand?"
Seeing this, Zhou Yan shook his head, looking indifferently at Chu Ao Nan, the corners of his mouth curving up in a playful arc.
"What do you mean?" Chu Ao Nan frowned, a subtle feeling of unease brewing in his heart.
What do I mean? You think I truly don't know? Zhou Yan asked back faintly, then his tone shifted, and he continued.
Chu Ao Nan, you think you've already won? I came here today with full preparations, you can't escape!
You think the Zhou family would abandon you, letting you inherit the Zhou Corporation? You're wrong! The Zhou family won't, the Zhou family won't abandon the Zhou Corporation for your selfish desires!
Although I, Zhou Yan, am not as capable, I have my principles. I will not bring shame upon the Chu family!
Hearing this, Chu Ao Nan's heart lurched violently, a premonition of disaster surging. What Zhou Yan said was not false. Chu Ao Nan vaguely guessed that perhaps his father had secretly reached some sort of agreement with the Chu family.
No matter what, he couldn't escape. Death was his only path!
"Chu Ao Nan, die!" Zhou Yan let out a cold snort, his long sword suddenly slashing out.
Holding his long sword, Zhou Yan unleashed a torrent of sword energy that sliced through the void, cleaving towards Chu Ao Nan.
Zhou Yan's movements were fierce and astonishingly fast, and in an instant, he was before Chu Ao Nan.
Just as his long sword was about to strike Chu Ao Nan's body, a strange fluctuation suddenly emanated from Chu Ao Nan. Eerie talismans appeared, transforming into vast nets that densely enveloped Zhou Yan.
At this moment, Zhou Yan, who had been silent, finally acted. He lifted his foot and kicked. A powerful force erupted from the ground, shattering the encroaching talismans. Simultaneously, his offensive halted abruptly.
Seeing Zhou Yan enveloped by the talismans, Chu Ao Nan's face contorted.
"Damn it, the talismans aren't working!" Chu Ao Nan inwardly cursed, his anxiety intensifying.
A mocking smile flickered across Zhou Yan's lips, his eyes shining with intense ridicule. "Chu Ao Nan, with your meager talismans, you think you can stop my attack? How laughable!"
Chu Ao Nan was shocked. Zhou Yan's strength far surpassed his imagination.
Chu Ao Nan took a deep breath, suppressing his inner shock. He glared at Zhou Yan through gritted teeth and growled, "Zhou Yan, what have you done? How do you have talisman defenses?"
"Talisman defenses? Hahaha!" Zhou Yan heard this and burst into laughter, his voice laced with disdain.
"Chu Ao Nan, don't think you can insult me just because you're a good-for-nothing. Do you know how much effort and how great a price the Zhou family paid to train me to learn this set of talismans!"
Chu Ao Nan's expression darkened. He wasn't foolish; he understood the underlying meaning of Zhou Yan's words. Zhou Yan was essentially saying that Chu Ao Nan was unworthy of possessing such powerful martial skills.
"Damn it!"
This damnable Zhou Yan! How did he control these talismans?
No, I must find a way to get rid of him, otherwise, he will sink deeper and deeper, eventually becoming a puppet.
No, I can't delay any longer! Chu Ao Nan's face turned ashen. He had made up his mind.
Chu Ao Nan took a deep breath, his expression regaining its calm. He swept his icy gaze over Zhou Yan, then slowly closed his eyes. When he opened them again, a sharp glint flashed.
"Talisman defenses? I'm very eager to see what kind of talismans can withstand my talismans!" Chu Ao Nan snorted coldly, his eyes flashing with a chilling light. Then, he brought his fingers together in a sword-like gesture and gently pointed.
Instantly, a dazzling golden light erupted from the tip of his finger, shooting directly towards Zhou Yan.
Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle...
The golden light tore through the air, leaving a trail of brilliant flames. Like a meteor shower, it bombarded Zhou Yan.
Wherever the golden light passed, the floor cracked, and the air distorted. It was like countless meteorites plummeting down, inducing terror.
Zhou Yan's expression shifted slightly. He hadn't expected Chu Ao Nan to have such a skill. He immediately dodged to the side.
Bang...
The golden meteor fell, smashing fiercely into the spot where Zhou Yan had just stood.
Boom~~~
A muffled sound echoed, and the ground instantly caved in, forming a giant pit half a meter wide.
Zhou Yan's face was a mixture of emotions. The spot where he had been standing was now a deep hole blasted by the golden meteor.
"Chu Ao Nan, you dare to ambush me?" Zhou Yan growled through clenched teeth.
Zhou Yan's body flickered as he rapidly charged towards Chu Ao Nan, his long sword dancing. Sharp energy currents roared out, engulfing him from all sides.
Zhou Yan was too fast, and Chu Ao Nan had no time to dodge.
"Chu Ao Nan, die for me!" Zhou Yan shouted, his long sword thrusting out, carrying surging primal energy that tore through the void and slammed into Chu Ao Nan.
Zhou Yan's strength was incredibly formidable. He unleashed his ultimate move from the outset, its power awe-inspiring.
Chu Ao Nan's pupils constricted. He felt danger approaching and dared not be careless. He immediately took out his Soul Jade Token and infused a soul imprint into it.
Hum~~~
The Soul Jade Token vibrated, emitting a faint emerald glow from its surface.
With a thought, Chu Ao Nan threw the Soul Jade Token in his hand.
"Soul Jade Token?" Zhou Yan's heart tightened at the sight. He knew it was a treasure that could summon spirit beasts, not only aiding them in battle but also protecting the owner.
After flying out, the Soul Jade Token immediately hovered in the air, emitting a dazzling emerald radiance as it slowly spun.
Chu Ao Nan's eyes turned red, fixated on the Soul Jade Token in the sky, his gaze burning with fervor.
He hadn't expected Zhou Yan to possess such formidable talismans, and judging by their appearance, they seemed even more advanced and powerful than the ones he used!
This was no joke!
Zhou Yan's offensive grew more ferocious, and Chu Ao Nan was completely at a disadvantage, teetering on the brink of disaster.
Just as Zhou Yan was about to strike him down, Chu Ao Nan suddenly closed his eyes.
The next second, his body violently expanded. In the blink of an eye, he transformed into a colossal being, standing like a mountain, majestic and terrifying.
Seeing this, Zhou Yan's expression changed, a hint of horror flashing in his eyes.
Zhou Yan hadn't anticipated that Chu Ao Nan would use a secret technique at this critical juncture to enhance his physical strength. With this, his plan to kill Chu Ao Nan was completely foiled.