In the dead silence of the night, the howling wind made people feel uneasy. The Devil Empress was standing before Meng Qi, yet he felt as if she was not a part of this world.
"Great bladesmanship." Her coarse, yet mesmerizing voice entered his ears, pulling at his heartstrings. Meng Qi was currently experiencing the countercharge of the "Peace Quietude Split", and could not help losing focus.
Just at that moment, the sound of the zither changed, like a river flowing from atop the mountain, vast and soothing. Meng Qi collected himself. He withdrew the Evil Ordeal blade and wielded the "Ice Breaker" sword. His posture was as an invitation. "Let's see what tricks you can play at such a close distance!" thought Meng Qi.
Just as he wielded his sword, the Devil Empress sighed, her eyes showing signs of displeasure. She proceeded to wave her left hand.
