Apocalypse: Everyone Levels Up, I Return to the Time Before the Server Opened

Chapter 37: Comprehending the Seventh Style

“Teleport!” Ye Qiu did not hesitate in the slightest.

The Secret Realm Map was a valuable item.

Upon use, it would transport him to an independent space.

Inside, he might encounter monsters, treasure, or something else entirely!

At worst, the only possible outcome… was death!

Whoosh!

The scene shifted rapidly.

Ye Qiu’s figure appeared deep within a desolate canyon.

Darkness surrounded him.

At the very center, there was a man-made pool. Water continuously spouted from within.

Those… were Nether Spring Eyes!

Ding!

[You have discovered the Nether Spring Eye. Reputation +100, Free Attribute Points +10.]

Ye Qiu remained cautious, carefully observing his surroundings.

The introduction on the Secret Realm Map had mentioned that once inside, he had to remain for at least one hour before he could leave.

Of course, there was always the option of suicide to exit.

“This pool of water…” Ye Qiu approached the man-made pool.

Activating his Heavenly Eye, information appeared before him.

[Polluted Immortal Spring: The original water possessed mystical properties, suitable for both internal and external use, slightly enhancing attributes. However, after being polluted, drinking or bathing in it will result in a slight decrease in attributes.]

“What a pity.” Ye Qiu had originally intended to take a bath in it.

Luckily, he had Heavenly Eye. Otherwise, he would have suffered a major loss!

He quickly backed away, distancing himself from the pool.

“Kekekeke…”

Just then, a sharp, eerie laugh echoed through the air.

Ye Qiu swiftly turned his gaze.

There, at the very center of the pool, a shadowy figure slowly rose from the water.

Finally, it stood atop the surface.

Its hair hung in disarray. Its eyes glowed red.

A chilling malice radiated from its gaze, locking onto Ye Qiu.

“A… living human…” The figure’s voice was hoarse and grating.

Ye Qiu immediately used Heavenly Eye to inspect it.

[Humanoid Common Boss: Human Demon]

[Level: 15]

[HP: 2000]

[Skills: Thunder Strike (Five Hits), Thunder Strike (Ten Hits), Self-Destruct.]

[Note: A polluted Human Immortal whose power has severely declined. Proficient in lightning abilities. Will self-destruct.]

Unexpectedly, Heavenly Eye also provided a note.

“Lightning? Self-destruct?”

Catching this key information, Ye Qiu immediately pulled out two prepared items from his inventory: a lightning rod and an insulated suit.

He quickly suited up!

Clatter!

Just as he finished putting on the insulated suit, a bright light flashed beneath his feet.

Before he could react…

Crack!

A bolt of lightning struck down from the sky!

Ding!

[You have been struck by lightning.]

Above Ye Qiu’s head A damage number floated: “-90”.

His whole body tingled with numbness!

“It works!” Ye Qiu was delighted.

The insulated suit and lightning rod had mitigated the damage.

His HP was nearly ten thousand, but his lightning resistance was practically nonexistent.

Under normal circumstances, that lightning strike alone could have instantly killed a level 11 player!

But for Ye Qiu, who was properly equipped, the damage was significantly reduced!

The Human Demon froze for a moment.

It seemed puzzled.

Why did my summoned lightning only dealt 90 damage to this human?!

However, Thunder Strike—Five Hits!

The Human Demon activated its skill.

Crack! Crack! Crack! Crack! Crack!

Five bolts of lightning struck down in succession!

Beneath Ye Qiu’s feet, five light indicators flashed!

Now experienced, Ye Qiu swiftly repositioned himself.

In the end, he successfully dodged four strikes.

Only one connected.

-252

A damage number floated above his head.

“I need to finish this quickly!”

The insulated suit and lightning rod could only withstand a few more hits. After that, their effectiveness would gradually wear off!

The enemy’s attacks were escalating!

“Nine Style of Slashing — Horizontal Cut!”

Ye Qiu charged forward.

The Human Demon rasped, its voice full of malice, “Seeking death!”

Whoosh!

Its hands transformed into steel claws.

Clang!

Slash!

Their weapons clashed, sparks flying!

In an instant Ye Qiu unleashed six consecutive sword strikes.

When they finally parted, the Human Demon had sustained wounds to its waist, heart, and wrists!

Its expression momentarily regained some humanity.

Its eyes widened in shock.

“You… You’re only level 11, yet you can wound me?!”

Ye Qiu stood firm, sword in hand.

He narrowed his eyes.

“And you’re only level 15. Killing you is as easy as chopping vegetables!”

With that, he leaped forward.

His steel sword sliced through the pool’s surface.

Water sprayed into the air!

In the dim environment It looked particularly eerie!

At that moment, Ye Qiu felt himself touching upon the Seventh Style of the Nine Style of Slashing!

“Damn brat!” The Human Demon roared in fury.

It spread its arms wide.

“Thunder Strike—Ten Hits!”

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

The canyon erupted with violent winds.

The scene was terrifying!

The ground flashed with multiple light indicators, covering the entire canyon floor!

Ye Qiu’s protective gear and lightning rod were blown away by the gusts.

Torn to shreds!

After all, those items were made of ordinary materials.

Though effective for lightning resistance, their durability was pitifully weak!

“This time, you will die!” The Human Demon sneered, its intelligence evident.

Lightning carried destruction. It had a chance to instantly kill weaker lifeforms!

However, Ye Qiu seemed oblivious.

He remained immersed in his sword intent.

Until…

Crackle!

A lightning bolt descended.

At that moment, Ye Qiu’s steel sword moved.

Whoosh!

The blade absorbed the lightning.

Energy conducted through the metal, his sword instantly resembled a lightsaber from Star Wars!

Lightning crackled along its edge!

“Seventh Form — Power Borrowing!”

Slash!

This strike was fully charged, infused with lightning power.

As the sword thrust forward, the scene was breathtaking!

All the lightning seemed to be redirected toward the Human Demon!

“No… Impossible! That’s my lightning!” The Human Demon’s face twisted in terror.

It tried to retreat, but it was too late.

Pfft!

The sword pierced its heart.

Lightning crackled violently around its body!

-1723

A massive damage number floated above its head.

Coupled with previous injuries, it was left with a sliver of health!

The Human Demon collapsed!

Meanwhile, above Ye Qiu “-2988”

A devastating number flashed.

Without his insulated gear, the raw power of lightning was terrifying!

If not for his high HP, he would have died instantly!

On the ground, the Human Demon lay dying.

Ye Qiu stepped forward.

Without hesitation, he plunged his sword into its skull!

He hadn’t forgotten that this boss still had the Self-Destruct skill!

With his past life’s experience, Ye Qiu knew one thing: Never leave an enemy even the slightest chance!

Or the one to die… would be him!

After the Human Demon perished, a few items dropped beside its corpse.

Ye Qiu picked them up, one by one, to inspect them.