Golden Soul Art

Jiang Zhong was subdued with a single move.

"I lost," Jiang Zhong said with a wry smile.

Jiang Zhong had always thought that only Jiang Dong would be his opponent. He never imagined he would lose to Jiang Chen this time.

Jiang Chen's strength had been decent before, but Jiang Zhong hadn't taken him seriously, believing Jiang Chen wasn't worthy of being his opponent.

As a result, Jiang Chen gave everyone a huge surprise by defeating him.

"You're too kind," Jiang Chen said, sheathing his long saber.

This meant Jiang Chen had won this battle again.

Jiang Chen could be considered a dark horse.

He had actually defeated Jiang Zhong, the acknowledged second-best genius of the Jiang Family.

So, next, Jiang Chen would face Jiang Dong, the Jiang Family's top genius. Could he win again?

Many people were looking forward to it.

Jiang Chen was only at the Martial Artist Realm Fifth Level, yet he defeated Jiang Zhong, who was at the Martial Artist Realm Seventh Level. His ability to challenge opponents of a higher level had many people optimistic.

The Patriarch, Jiang Tian, also laughed heartily. This Jiang Chen had truly given him a big surprise.

Many people also offered congratulations to Jiang Yunfeng, saying he had such a talented son.

Jiang Yunfeng smiled and responded, feeling quite honored.

Jiang Hai, standing nearby, looked very uncomfortable.

As for Jiang Dong, his expression soured upon seeing Jiang Chen defeat Jiang Zhong.

Next, after a few more matches, it was Jiang Chen's turn to face Jiang Dong.

The two finally met on the stage.

The third round was also the ranking battle. Ranks would be determined based on victory or defeat in the fights.

If Jiang Chen defeated Jiang Dong, then the title of first place would be his without a doubt.

"Jiang Chen, I finally get to spar with you. I can't believe your strength has improved so rapidly in such a short time. It's truly incredible," Jiang Dong said coldly.

"Your strength hasn't improved slowly either. Just a few months ago, you were at the Martial Artist Realm Fifth Level, and now your strength has reached this point. We're both on par," Jiang Chen replied.

"Liu Yun's pills are quite effective, aren't they?" Jiang Chen said.

"Hmph, what do you mean by that, Jiang Chen?" Jiang Dong asked, his face darkening.

He had indeed used the pills left by Liu Yun.

Was Jiang Chen mocking him now?

"You even use things from people like Liu Yun. Forget it, let's not talk about it anymore. Today's first place will belong to me," Jiang Chen declared.

If Jiang Chen took the title of Qingyue Town's top genius, then he would naturally be the Jiang Family's number one as well.

This was an agreement between him and Elder Huo. Elder Huo had said that if Jiang Chen succeeded, he would teach him alchemy.

Alchemy! This was an opportunity to become an alchemist. How could Jiang Chen possibly give it up?

"Jiang Chen, I admit your strength is formidable, but you dreaming of taking first place is just that – a dream," Jiang Dong said coldly.

First place belonged to him, Jiang Dong.

He also wanted to win first place to help Jiang Hai secure the position of Patriarch.

At that time, more clan members would support Jiang Hai.

Similarly, Jiang Chen had the same idea. He also wanted to build momentum for his father, Jiang Yunfeng, in the competition for the Patriarch position.

"Then, let's settle this with our fists," Jiang Dong said.

"Ocean Wave Palm." Jiang Dong's Martial Artist Realm Eighth Level aura erupted.

"So strong! Jiang Dong's cultivation has actually reached the Martial Artist Realm Eighth Level."

As soon as his aura erupted, many could easily discern Jiang Dong's cultivation level.

However, this was not Jiang Dong's true cultivation. He had hidden his true strength.

His actual cultivation was the peak of the Martial Artist Realm Ninth Level.

Ocean Wave Palm, a second-tier martial skill, allowed palm shadows to stack, like waves upon waves, making it an incredibly powerful technique.

Five palm shadows stacked together and shot towards Jiang Chen.

"He can actually unleash five palm shadows! This martial skill must have at least reached the Great Accomplishment stage, right? Five stacked palm shadows, the power is immense!" Some Martial Master Realm experts who had practiced Ocean Wave Palm knew its characteristics.

Jiang Dong's strength was unexpectedly formidable. Not only was his realm high, but his mastery of martial skills was also profound.

Jiang Hai, seeing Jiang Dong unleash such an astonishing Ocean Wave Palm, was immensely proud.

This was his genius son, truly outstanding.

Jiang Chen, facing the charging Jiang Dong, showed no fear and struck out with a palm of his own.

Eight Desolations Palm, and moreover, with three palm shadows, also stacked together.

The Eight Desolations Palm struck towards the Ocean Wave Palm.

"What? Am I seeing things? Is Jiang Chen using the Eight Desolations Palm? If it's the Eight Desolations Palm, how could three palm shadows appear simultaneously?" someone exclaimed.

Many people doubted their own eyes.

"No, this is indeed the Eight Desolations Palm, but Jiang Chen has clearly reached a divine level of mastery in its application, allowing him to condense three palm shadows that stack together, resulting in triple the power." Some sharp-eyed individuals discerned the reason.

"Boom..." The two palm shadows collided.

A powerful explosion occurred, forcing both of them back.

"What?" Jiang Dong's expression changed. He hadn't held back at all with his Ocean Wave Palm just now, yet he fought Jiang Chen to a draw?

The Ocean Wave Palm was a Tier 2 martial skill, and his current realm was three minor levels higher than Jiang Chen's. Yet, they fought to a draw?

This was nothing short of an insult to Jiang Dong, or so he thought.

The Eight Desolations Palm was a Tier 1 martial skill. The power of a martial skill displayed by the same person would surely be inferior to the Ocean Wave Palm.

Furthermore, Jiang Chen's cultivation was only at the Martial Artist Realm Fifth Level. Both the martial skill tier and his cultivation realm were lower than Jiang Dong's.

Under such circumstances, it was a draw.

Jiang Chen was also taken aback. This Jiang Dong had some strength.

It seemed Jiang Dong was an outstanding individual among his peers, no wonder he was so arrogant. He did have some capital.

However, to defeat him, it was still not enough, thought Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen's Eight Desolations Palm had indeed amazed many. To cultivate the Eight Desolations Palm to the 'mastered' level was impressive. If it were at the 'perfected' level, he wouldn't have been able to do what he just did.

"Again." Jiang Dong then charged forward once more.

This time, he mobilized his true qi, enhancing the power of his fists and kicks, and ferociously attacked Jiang Chen.

He intended to engage Jiang Chen in close combat.

Close combat? Jiang Chen had no fear.

Jiang Chen also charged forward.

Jiang Chen's movements were faster and his strength was greater. He grabbed one of Jiang Dong's arms and flung him away with immense force.

Jiang Dong altered his movements in mid-air, landing swiftly and sliding along the surface of the stage towards its edge.

If he hadn't landed immediately, he would have been thrown off the stage by Jiang Chen, and then he would have lost.

"Such immense power." Jiang Dong's expression turned grim. This Jiang Chen was so troublesome, his strength was far greater than he had imagined.

"Golden Soul Art." Jiang Dong had no choice but to use his trump card. He activated a secret technique, the Golden Soul Art.

Instantly, Jiang Dong's true qi turned golden.

His skin also turned golden-yellow, like a golden man.

He looked incredibly dazzling.

With the Golden Soul Art activated, Jiang Dong's strength surged, with significant improvements in speed, defense, and power.

This was a secret technique, and maintaining it required a vast amount of true qi. He couldn't sustain this state for long and had to defeat Jiang Chen quickly.