Lu Xueqi and Bi Yao (45)

Deafening cheers swept through the entire martial arts arena like a tsunami. Countless fervent, shocked, disbelieving gazes focused on that somewhat slender figure.

The disciples of Tian Ya Peak tossed Su Han high into the air again and again. Each time he came down, he could feel their heartfelt fervor and support. A helpless smile appeared on his pale face. The emptiness of his star power and the tearing pain from his meridians made him understand just how severe the backlash from that Heaven Opening strike had been.

But he had won.

When no one had believed in him, he had forced his way through with his Star Wheel Realm Peak cultivation, shattering Ye Wuhen's Qingyun Straight Up with a single sword strike—and shattering every voice of doubt along with it.

"Alright, put him down."

Elder Lin's voice came from nearby, carrying barely concealed excitement and concern. Only then did the disciples carefully lower Su Han, their eyes filled with admiration.

Elder Lin hurried to Su Han's side and placed a large hand on his shoulder. Pure, gentle star power flowed into Su Han like warm spring water, nourishing his damaged meridians.

"You brat, that was far too reckless!" Elder Lin scolded him, but his eyes were full of relief and lingering fear. "That strike nearly drained all your source star power. If your foundation hadn't been solid, your cultivation might have fallen!"

Feeling the warm star power within him, Su Han's heart warmed. He smiled. "Elder, aren't I fine? If I didn't give it everything, how would I know whether I could win?"

"You..." Elder Lin shook his head, then turned serious. "Stop talking. Circulate your cultivation technique with all your strength. I'll help heal your injuries. Though you defeated Ye Wuhen, the martial tournament isn't over. The ranking