The Ming Dynasty: The most ruthless imperial grandson, Old Zhu begged me not to kill him.

Chapter 867 Holding Back Strength, Going All Out

These vines moved incredibly fast and were incredibly powerful, like black venomous snakes, ready to devour Zhu Xiong Ying completely!
"Protect the Emperor!" Upon seeing this, the guards drew their weapons and stood in front of Zhu Xiong Ying, engaging in a fierce battle with the vines.

Zhu Xiong Ying's face darkened, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. He hadn't expected that this seemingly ordinary giant tree would conceal such a dangerous trap!
Just as he was about to make a move, he suddenly felt a powerful aura coming from the depths of the secret realm, which made him shudder.

"Who is it?" Zhu Xiong Ying asked in a deep voice, his gaze warily fixed on the depths of the secret realm.

A chilling voice echoed from afar: "Heh heh heh... I never thought someone would dare trespass into my territory! They're courting death!"

The sound was like the hooting of an owl, sharp and piercing, sending chills down one's spine. Zhu Xiong Ying sneered and said, "I am Zhu Xiong Ying, the Emperor of the Great Ming Dynasty. What kind of monster are you, daring to be so insolent here!"

Deep within the secret realm, a dark figure slowly emerged, tall and menacing, exuding a chilling aura.

"The Emperor of the Ming Dynasty? Hmph, he's nothing but a greenhorn!" The dark figure sneered disdainfully. "I am the ancient demon god Chi You, and today I will devour you and restore your former glory!"

"Chi You?" A hint of surprise flashed in Zhu Xiong Ying's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. "I've heard of you. You're just a defeated dog who was defeated by the Yellow Emperor. How dare you bark at me?"

"Boy, you're asking for death!" Chi You roared in fury, his figure flashed, and he transformed into a streak of black light, rushing towards Zhu Xiong Ying.

"Well done!" Zhu Xiong Ying was not afraid at all. His internal energy surged and he threw a punch.

"boom!"

With a deafening roar, the two powerful forces collided, unleashing a tremendous energy surge.

The surrounding trees were uprooted, the ground was cracked, and sand and stones flew everywhere, blocking out the sun.

Zhu Xiong Ying and Chi You were both knocked back several steps before regaining their footing.

"You've got some skill, no wonder you dare to be so arrogant!" A hint of surprise flashed in Chi You's eyes, then he sneered, "However, you are ultimately no match for me!"

"Is that so? I'd like to see just how much this ancient demon god is worth!" Zhu Xiong Ying sneered and charged forward again.

The two clashed again, their fists and feet exchanging blows, their internal energy colliding and creating a series of booming sounds.

Although Zhu Xiong Ying was powerful, Chi You was, after all, an ancient demon god whose strength was unfathomable.

For a time, the two were evenly matched, with neither able to gain the upper hand.

"Be careful, Your Majesty!"

Just then, a guard suddenly exclaimed.

Suddenly, Chi You opened his mouth wide and spewed out a black poisonous mist that enveloped Zhu Xiong Ying.

Zhu Xiong Ying's expression changed, and she quickly held her breath and retreated rapidly.

"Hmph, a mere trick!" Zhu Xiong Ying sneered, and a golden longsword appeared in his hand, its blade radiating a dazzling light.

"cut!"

Zhu Xiong Ying swung his sword, and a golden sword aura shot out, instantly shattering the black poisonous mist.

"What kind of sword is this?" Chi You's expression changed slightly, and a hint of fear flashed in his eyes.

"This is the Xuanyuan Sword, dedicated to slaying demons!" Zhu Xiong Ying said coldly, brandishing his long sword once more, sending golden sword energies slashing towards Chi You.

Chi You dared not meet the attack head-on and quickly dodged.

"Boom boom boom!" The golden sword energy struck the surrounding trees, severing the towering ancient trees and blasting huge craters into the ground.

"Damn it!" Chi You roared, his figure transforming into a streak of black light once more as he lunged at Zhu Xiong Ying.

This time, he held nothing back and went all out.

"Wrath of the Demon God!"

Chi You roared, his demonic energy surging and transforming into a gigantic black shadow that lunged at Zhu Xiong Ying.

Zhu Xiong Ying's expression was solemn. He knew that this was Chi You's ultimate move, which was extremely powerful.

"How could I be afraid of you!" Zhu Xiong Ying shouted, his inner energy surging wildly, and the Xuanyuan Sword in his hand shone brightly.

"The might of the Human Emperor!"

Zhu Xiong Ying roared, his whole body shining with golden light, transforming into a huge golden figure that collided with the black demonic shadow.

"boom!"

A deafening roar shook the entire secret realm violently, as if it were about to collapse.

The two powerful forces collided, unleashing a devastating energy surge.

All the surrounding trees were destroyed, a huge crater was blasted into the ground, and even the sky was torn apart with cracks.

Zhu Xiong Ying and Chi You were both blasted away, each spitting blood and suffering serious injuries.

"Cough cough..." Zhu Xiong Ying clutched her chest, coughing violently, her face pale.

"Boy, you are strong, but you are no match for me!" Although Chi You was also seriously injured, his tone was still full of arrogance. "Today, you will surely die!"

"Is that so?" Zhu Xiong Ying sneered, a glint of madness flashing in his eyes. "I haven't lost yet!"

He struggled to his feet, and the Xuanyuan Sword in his hand shone brightly once more.

"I am the Emperor of the Great Ming Dynasty, how could I be defeated by a heretic like you!"

Zhu Xiong Ying roared and charged towards Chi You once again...

"Zhu Xiong Ying, I advise you to stop your futile struggle!" Chi You's face was contorted with rage, his voice booming like thunder. Accompanied by his roar, a monstrous demonic aura shot straight into the sky, enveloping all directions and causing the air to hum.

At this moment, Chi You held nothing back. The demonic shadow behind him became increasingly solid, like a demon king crawling out of hell, with bloodshot eyes and overflowing killing intent.

However, Zhu Xiong Ying, standing alone amidst the golden light, remained unmoved. He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, a contemptuous smile playing on his lips, and said in a nonchalant tone, "A death throes? I have never struggled. I merely wanted to give you, this so-called ancient demon god, one more chance to experience fear."

Chi You frowned slightly, as if he couldn't see through the arrogant emperor before him. He narrowed his eyes, his gaze filled with intense killing intent: "You uttered such arrogant words; today you will taste blood!"

Zhu Xiong Ying laughed heartily, stepped forward, and the Xuanyuan Sword in his hand unleashed a golden light, pointing directly at Chi You. Every step he took seemed to tread upon the will of heaven and earth, carrying an arrogant and domineering aura: "Since that's the case, then let me show you what 'man can conquer nature' truly means!"

The sword light cleaved through the heavens and earth, melting the black mist in the wilderness like ice and snow. Chi You dared not be careless, and suddenly raised his hand, causing a massive obsidian barrier to rise, attempting to block this fierce and unparalleled attack.

"boom!"

Light and darkness collided once more, unleashing a shockwave even more powerful than before that swept in all directions, instantly leveling a nearby hill. The aftershocks whipped up a fierce wind, sending several Ming soldiers watching from afar tumbling about. The guard at the very front of the column clutched his dragon banner tightly, his eyes burning with fervor: "Your Majesty, long live the Emperor! We are willing to follow Your Majesty and vanquish all demons!"

(End of this chapter)