Abyss Walker

Chapter 209 Chess Game

"Yun Muhan, it seems I underestimated you." Liu Qing's voice carried a hint of seriousness. "However, the game ends here."

As Liu Qing finished speaking, the chess pieces on the board suddenly came to life, transforming into streaks of light and shadow that attacked Yun Muhan.

Yun Muhan's expression changed; this was Liu Qing's real killing move.

Yun Muhan quickly communicated with Dugu Jian: If the three swords were combined, could they kill her?

Dugu Jianling: No! This is a chessboard. All power will be backfired by the chessboard. However, movement techniques are not considered weapons and will not backfire. Although I have only refined the second level of the Undying Form and Spirit technique, creating a few clones is more than enough. Let the clones wield the Dugu Sword and forcibly exchange them with the chess pieces.

Yun Muhan's heart stirred; Dugu Jianling's words had given him a new inspiration. He knew this was his only chance of winning. He had to utilize Dugu Jianling's power, along with his own understanding of the rules of the chessboard, to break Liu Qing's game.

"Alright, we'll do as you say!" Yun Muhan said in a low voice, a resolute glint in his eyes.

As he finished speaking, Yun Muhan's body suddenly erupted with a strong spiritual light, and his figure began to blur. Then, three clones that looked exactly like him materialized from his body.

These clones, each wielding the Dugu Sword, exuded a powerful aura, seemingly the real Yun Muhan.

"Go!" Yun Muhan gave the order, and the three clones immediately sprang into action. Wielding the Dugu Sword, they charged towards the chess pieces on the board at astonishing speed. With each flash of sword light, a chess piece was severed, and the clones took the opportunity to swap positions with the pieces.

Liu Qing's expression grew even more serious. She hadn't expected Yun Muhan to be able to conjure such powerful clones, and these clones could even swap positions with the pieces on the chessboard. This completely disrupted her plans.

"You think you can win like this?" Liu Qing sneered. Her hands quickly formed hand seals, and the chess pieces on the board suddenly became more active, attacking Yun Muhan's clone even more fiercely.

Yun Muhan's clones moved across the chessboard like ghosts, displaying not only amazing agility but also extremely high combat intelligence.

These clones seemed to share consciousness with Yun Muhan. They could accurately predict the movement of the chess pieces, skillfully evade attacks, and at the same time look for opportunities to exchange positions with the pieces. Each exchange made the situation on the chessboard even more unpredictable.

As time went by, the number of pieces on the chessboard gradually decreased, while Yun Muhan's clones continued to increase. They were like an unstoppable tide, constantly assaulting Liu Qing's defenses.

These clones not only disrupted the rules of the chessboard, but also made it increasingly difficult for Liu Qing to control them. Her expression gradually became serious, and a trace of anxiety flashed in her eyes.

Finally, when the last piece was severed and swapped by one of Yun Muhan's clones, the entire chessboard suddenly emitted a loud bang and then began to collapse.

The black and white chess pieces on the board seemed to have lost their life force, falling one by one and turning into dust. This scene was like a grand curtain call, announcing the end of the game.

Liu Qing's face turned pale, and her body trembled slightly. Clearly, the collapse of the chessboard had greatly affected her. She looked at Yun Muhan, a hint of resentment flashing in her eyes, but ultimately she conceded defeat.

"You've won, Yun Muhan." Liu Qing's voice carried a hint of bitterness; she had to admit that her game had been solved.

Yun Muhan stood amidst the ruins of the chessboard, his clones gradually dissipating until only he remained. His eyes held no triumphant gleam, only a deep contemplation.

"Liu Qing, why did you do this?" Yun Muhan asked, his voice tinged with confusion.

Liu Qing gave a bitter smile. Her body began to turn transparent, as if she might disappear at any moment.

"This world is too complicated. I just want a simple game of chess." Liu Qing's voice grew weaker and weaker. "But now, I understand that the real game of chess is never on the chessboard..."

As her words fell, Liu Qing's body completely dissipated into the air, leaving only Yun Muhan and a mess of chessboard remains.

"Liu Qing..."