Before long, the battle between the two sides reached a fever pitch, and sparks were already flying.
Ma Xiaotao gritted her teeth, her expression darkening.
She could feel that every one of Qian Chaoyun's sword strikes was growing more powerful. He had no intention of holding back at all.
This little bastard!
Yet in that brief moment of distraction, Qian Chaoyun swooped in. With a whoosh, he sent Ma Xiaotao crashing to the ground.
The Inner Court Students fell silent at the sight.
Was this really the famed Flame Demon, Ma Xiaotao? Why did she seem more like a lighter, unable to show even a trace of her true strength?
Could Qian Chaoyun really be that strong?
On the viewing platform.
Xuan Zi turned to Yan Shaozhe, gnawing on a chicken drumstick as he chuckled. "Shao Zhe, why does Xiaotao look a little weak? Could it be that this old man's disciple is simply too strong?"
Yan Shaozhe remained silent beside him, inwardly despising Xuan Zi.
His own disciple had held back so much she might as well have dumped it into the Pacific Ocean, yet Xuan Zi still had the nerve to mock her. If his disciple truly got suppressed, this old man would be unhappy again.
With that in mind, Yan Shaozhe forced a smile. "It's because Resident Elder's disciple is too formidable. Xiaotao hasn't cultivated for too long, so it's only normal for her to be suppressed."
However, the other Resident Elders saw through the exchange between the two old men.
Xian Lin'er could not help grumbling inwardly about the pair. Was this a battle? They were flirting with each other! Their disciples had clearly coordinated everything already.
So they were putting on a show for a few old folks like them.
Still, it was only to be expected.
The other Resident Elders had all anticipated it.
Meanwhile, in the Outer Court Student spectator area.
Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong hopped about, pulling Xiao Xiao along as they cheered for their senior.
"Senior Chaoyun, go!"
"Senior, hurry up and attack! You're about to win!"
"Go, go..."
Unsurprisingly, those words reached Qian Chaoyun and Ma Xiaotao, who were still fighting.
Ma Xiaotao felt that the battle had reached the point where a victor should be decided.
The moment she raised her hand, she saw Qian Chaoyun's Fifth Soul Ring light up.
"Fifth Soul Skill, Great Angel Seal Demon Slash."
A dazzling sword light chopped straight down. Ma Xiaotao released her first soul skill, Phoenix Fireline, to block it.
The two energies collided with a thunderous boom.
A trace of pallor appeared on Ma Xiaotao's face as she called out, "Director Du, I lost~"
As she spoke, she gave her teacher an innocent look.
Yan Shaozhe gave her an approving look, feeling pleased inside.
Du Wilun stood where he was as the referee, the corner of his mouth twitching uncontrollably.
Well, damn.
Ma Xiaotao really knew how to act. A level 68 Soul Emperor had lost to a level 59 opponent—were you really an Inner Court Disciple?
But on second thought, the Resident Elders had all expected Ma Xiaotao to lose, so he had nothing more to say.
Then Du Wilun announced, "Qian Chaoyun wins!"
As the result was declared, Ma Xiaotao slowly rose to her feet and shot Qian Chaoyun a look that promised he would pay for this.
Then she left the arena.
Du Wilun glanced at Qian Chaoyun. "The second match will begin shortly. Do you need to restore your Soul Power?"
Qian Chaoyun waved his hand. "No need, Director. I'm in my best condition right now."
At that moment, he was still within the duration of his Soul Skills. After battling Ma Xiaotao, his combat power had fully stacked up. All he was waiting for was Dai Yueheng to step onto the field.
Seeing this, Du Wilun did not press the matter.
After all, this was the student's own choice. The person Qian Chaoyun was about to face was the final obstacle to entering the Inner Court.
Dai Yueheng was the strongest of this generation apart from Ma Xiaotao.
The pressure was anything but ordinary.
The Evil-Eyed White Tiger inherited from the Star Luo Dai Family was a Martial Soul capable of ascending to godhood.
Soon after, Dai Yueheng stepped onto the field and met Qian Chaoyun's gaze.
The instant their eyes met, faint sparks seemed to flicker between them.
Dai Yueheng was a hypocrite. Deep down, he disliked Qian Chaoyun's impatient, profit-driven personality, and he resented him even more for bullying Hua Bin.
The ambush had indeed been the Duke Mansion's fault, but Dai Yueheng believed that if Qian Chaoyun was to blame anyone, he should blame himself for not having a background like the Duke Mansion's.
If he did, Dai Yueheng believed Qian Chaoyun would have used it too.
At that moment, Qian Chaoyun pointed his sword at Dai Yueheng. "Please."
Dai Yueheng cupped his fist and said solemnly, "A level 64 assault-type battle Soul Emperor, Martial Soul Evil-Eyed White Tiger. Please enlighten me!"
Qian Chaoyun nodded. "A level 59 Soul King, Martial Soul Sacred Angel. Please!"
Du Wilun swept his gaze over the two of them and shouted, "Begin!"
After saying that, he flashed away at once.
The next moment, both sides activated Martial Soul Possession. Qian Chaoyun's sword struck first, slashing head-on at Dai Yueheng.
Sharp Sword Qi mixed with killing intent, unleashing terrifying power.
Clang—!
The Angel Holy Sword rang sharply as it forcefully struck Dai Yueheng's first soul skill, White Tiger Bodyguard Barrier.
There was a gap in their Soul Power, and Qian Chaoyun could clearly feel his hand trembling.
But that was all.
With a whoosh, he flew into the air and used his aerial advantage to continuously unleash Sword Qi.
One slash after another descended toward Dai Yueheng.
Empowered by his third soul skill, Qian Chaoyun's Sword Qi grew stronger and stronger. Dai Yueheng decisively retaliated, repeatedly charging up and firing White Tiger Blazing Light Wave.
The White Tiger Blazing Light Waves shot from the ground toward the sky. They could not hit him accurately and were easily dodged.
The next moment, Qian Chaoyun expanded his Angel Domain. His Soul Power recovered continuously, while his attributes and combat power rose.
At the same time, his Second Soul Ring lit up as he activated his Second Soul Skill, Angel Illumination.
With a loud crash, the White Tiger Bodyguard Barrier shattered.
"Roar!"
With a tiger's roar, Dai Yueheng leaped like a fierce tiger and entered his White Tiger Vajra Transformation state, swinging an enormous tiger claw.
Clang!
Qian Chaoyun raised his sword to block, his Soul Power erupting as he charged straight down against the tiger claw.
Slash—!
With a crack, a bloody line appeared across Dai Yueheng's palm, thick blood seeping out.
What terrifying strength.
Dai Yueheng was shocked. He had not expected his opponent to be this powerful.
No wonder... no wonder that six-ring Evil Spirit Master had not been his match.
But this was still not enough!
The next moment, Dai Yueheng activated White Tiger Blazing Light Wave again, and a white light beam surged forward in an instant.
Qian Chaoyun retreated several meters.
Taking advantage of that moment, Dai Yueheng threw a punch as his Fourth Soul Ring lit up. "White Tiger Meteor Shower!"
Rumble—!
A mass of White Tiger meteors blasted forward, exploding one after another.
Qian Chaoyun retreated once more, but his eyes lit up.
He activated Mental Shock.
Dai Yueheng had wanted to continue his chain of attacks, but a sudden stab of pain tore through his Sea of Consciousness.
Not good!
This is a spiritual-type Soul Skill.
The next moment, Qian Chaoyun unleashed his Fifth Soul Skill. A dazzling giant sword came chopping down.
"Fifth Soul Skill, Great Angel Seal Demon Slash."
Rumble—!
The ground of the Soul Fighting Arena collapsed. Dai Yueheng was covered in blood, and a dazzling sword mark ran across his chest.
At that moment, everyone was stunned.
Yan Shaozhe's eyes widened. "He's that strong? He actually injured Dai Yueheng with a single slash. That damage is far too high. Why does Qian Chaoyun's Fifth Soul Skill feel like it has an execution effect?"
Xian Lin'er said seriously, "Dai Yueheng underestimated him too much. Qian Chaoyun still hasn't used his full strength. Haven't you noticed that this kid grows stronger the longer he fights? His combat power is skyrocketing."
When Yan Shaozhe looked back at the battle between the two, he truly noticed that trait.
The stronger his enemy was, the stronger Qian Chaoyun became.
If they continued this grueling battle, Dai Yueheng would definitely lose.
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