Instantly Defeating Cihang, Shocking the Entire Crowd

With the Three Pure Ones' words added to the mix, Li Yun had been pushed squarely into the spotlight, becoming someone the Three Teachings truly had their eyes on.

Because of this, Cihang wanted to step forward and suppress Li Yun not merely to vent his resentment. More importantly, defeating Li Yun would allow him to truly stand out and attract attention. Perhaps Yuanshi Tianzun might even view him more favorably and improve his treatment.

It was not just him. Puxian, Juliusun, and the others behind him harbored similar thoughts.

However, before they could act, Cihang had already challenged Li Yun first. Even if they wanted to challenge Li Yun, they had no choice but to wait.

After all, they had agreed to Li Yun's conditions earlier. When fighting him, they could only face him one-on-one and could not join forces against him.

"No problem~"

In contrast, Li Yun agreed without hesitation.

He did not want to show off. He simply wanted to obtain the Traits he needed after defeating Cihang and the others.

Under such circumstances, the earlier he entered the Arena, the better. That way, the others would have opportunities to fight him as well, and he would be able to obtain even more Traits.

With that thought, Li Yun's figure flashed, and he appeared directly within the Arena. Looking toward Cihang, he said, "Senior Brother Cihang, please enlighten me!"

"This..."

Seeing this, Duobao and the others narrowed their eyes slightly.

Li Yun's composed demeanor made them sense that something was off.

Especially after what the Three Pure Ones had said earlier, which clearly indicated that Li Yun's strength was no weaker than theirs.

Thinking of this, none of them rushed to do anything. Instead, they looked toward Cihang, urging him to enter the Arena.

Cihang did not hesitate either. Though he vaguely sensed that Li Yun was not simple, he had even greater confidence in his own strength.

With a flash, Cihang appeared within the Arena. Looking at Li Yun, he said, "Junior Brother Li Yun, make your move!"

"Today, let us fellow disciples have a proper exchange!"

"Alright!"

Hearing this, Li Yun wasted no words. With a raised hand, a bolt of Taiqing Divine Thunder swept forth.

"Crackle!"

Azure light blazed. Before Cihang could even react, the swift Taiqing Divine Thunder had already reached him.

"Not good!"

As danger descended, every hair on Cihang's body stood on end. He cried out inwardly, Damn it, Li Yun has no martial virtue at all. Who opens with their ultimate move right from the start?

Unfortunately, by then, it was already too late for anything he said to matter.

He did not even have time to summon Yuqing Divine Thunder to retaliate before the fierce Taiqing Divine Thunder struck him directly.

"Argh!"

Amid a piercing scream, Cihang was blasted away by the Taiqing Divine Thunder.

His body streaked through the air, charred black all over and trailing white smoke. A faint scent of roasted meat filled the air.

After flying dozens of meters, he slammed violently into the ground and skidded another several dozen meters before finally stopping. He lay there, twitching from time to time, his aura weak. He was clearly severely injured and had lost all ability to resist.

"What!"

"How is this possible!"

"One move to defeat him!"

"How could he be this powerful!"

Seeing this, the Golden Immortal Realm disciples of the Chan and Jie Sects erupted in uproar.

Before the battle, they had vaguely believed that Li Yun might win, since he had been far too calm from beginning to end.

Yet they had never imagined that the battle would end so quickly. Cihang, whose strength was not much weaker than their own, had actually been instantly defeated just like that. It was simply... horrifying.

For a moment, everyone present stared at Li Yun in shock.

Even the Chan and Jie Sects disciples in the surrounding areas who had yet to begin fighting were dumbfounded by the scene, unable to stop themselves from crying out, "Li Yun is incredible!"

"As expected of a Human Teachings Disciple."

"Instantly defeating a Golden Immortal Realm cultivator while only in the Grand Unity True Immortal Realm—what terrifying combat strength."

"No wonder Master and the senior uncles believed he was qualified to stand there. With such strength, if he were placed among those at the Grand Unity True Immortal Realm level, it would simply be a crushing advantage."

"..."

At that moment, all the Chan and Jie Sects disciples' doubts, suspicions, and confusion regarding Li Yun vanished.

In their place came deep awe, vigilance, and apprehension.

After all, Li Yun had killed Cihang's fighting power with a single casual move. Although Cihang had not been prepared, it still demonstrated just how formidable Li Yun truly was.

[ Ding! Successfully defeated Cihang. Obtained Trait: Three Heads Six Arms (Purple) ]

[ Three Heads Six Arms (Purple): After equipping it, you can wield the Three Heads Six Arms divine ability at the mastery level. The manifested heads and arms are real and can move as you wish. ]

"Three Heads Six Arms!"

"This Trait is pretty good!"

"It can be considered a top-tier divine ability!"

After reading the Trait's details, Li Yun nodded in satisfaction.

At the same time, he felt immensely excited and expectant.

As expected of a Direct Disciple of the Chan Teachings.

Merely defeating him for the first time had already brought a Purple Affix. If he defeated him several more times, or farmed him a few more times, he would soon gather enough materials to upgrade his Traits.

"Cihang has lost and is eliminated!"

At that moment, Yuanshi Tianzun's voice rang out.

Immediately afterward, he waved his hand, and a mysterious force descended from the sky, enveloping Cihang.

In an instant, abundant vitality surged forth. Cihang's injuries rapidly healed, and before long, he had completely recovered.

Though he still looked as bedraggled as before, his life was no longer in danger. After struggling to rise from the ground, he looked toward Li Yun, his eyes filled with complicated emotions.

Only after several breaths did Cihang clasp his fists and bow. "Junior Brother Li Yun, I have learned from this."

Having said that, Cihang no longer had the face to linger. He turned and walked toward the area near the Three Pure Ones Arena in the distance.

Although his injuries had recovered, this defeat had nearly shattered his Dao Heart. He no longer had the desire or urge to continue fighting or exchanging blows with the others.

"Clap clap clap~"

At the same time, Guang Chengzi applauded as he walked forward. Looking toward Li Yun, he said, "Junior Brother Li Yun, you truly remained silent until astounding everyone with a single feat!"

"Back then, Master told us that your existence could not be underestimated. We did not take it seriously at the time, and even before this, we had never regarded you as a true opponent."

"Yet your instant defeat of Cihang has made us understand that there is always someone stronger and a higher mountain beyond every mountain. We truly underestimated you and have paid the price for our arrogance."

At this point, Guang Chengzi glanced at Cihang in the distance. Then, without further nonsense, he took a step forward and said, "However, as the Chan Teachings' eldest disciple, I cannot shrink back now. Today, I ask Junior Brother to enlighten me. I..."

Before Guang Chengzi could finish, several voices rang out from behind him. "Eldest Senior Brother, let us go first~"

"Eldest Senior Brother, let us try first!"

"Eldest Senior Brother, you represent the Chan Teachings' honor. If you are going to fight, you should wait a while longer~"