Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations and Mountain Opening Seal!
As the elder referee's booming voice resounded throughout the Central Plaza, the already boiling atmosphere was instantly ignited to its peak!
"Xiao Yan versus Gu Qingyang!"
These eight words, like ice water thrown into boiling oil, ignited a tremendous uproar and anticipation!
One is Xiao Yan, a dark horse who appeared out of nowhere, unfathomable, and easily defeated Dou Wang Xu Kun with only the Dou Ling realm. He is the most terrifying freshman in the history of the Jia Nan Academy's Inner Academy.
One is Gu Qingyang, a mysterious figure with formidable strength. Months ago, he displayed the power of Dou Wang Battle King), overwhelmingly defeating Hu Qingqing, the former number one on the Strong Ranking List. Then, in the second round, he easily defeated Hu Qingqing Gu Qingyang, who had also advanced to Dou Wang. He is truly a super prodigy.
This is no longer just a battle for Strong Ranking List, but the first head-on clash between two unparalleled geniuses!
In the stands, the women's expressions instantly turned serious.
Xun'er's slender fingers unconsciously fiddled with her loose strands of hair.
She knew Gu Qingyang's strength all too well; fighting opponents of higher levels was nothing new to him.
But she also had confidence in Xiao Yan, after all, her Brother Xiao Yan was capable of fighting beyond his level!
Perhaps Gu Qingyang and others could be considered geniuses among Ancient Clans, but Xiao Yan is undoubtedly a genius among geniuses.
Xiao Yi Xian, Huo Zhi, Shi Xuanxuan and the others also put away their previous relaxed expressions and became solemn. They also had confidence in Xiao Yan, but they had seen the battle between Gu Qingyang and Hu Qingqing before. The scene was exactly the same as Xiao Yan's before, a complete crushing defeat!
At least on the surface, Xiao Yan's only advantages are his physical attributes and his Heavenly Flames.
Zi Yan excitedly waved her little fists, her eyes gleaming with a fighting spirit, clearly wishing she could go up and fight herself.
On the Ancient Clan's side, Gu Yao, Gu Xing, and the others had complex expressions. Although they had absolute confidence in Gu Qingyang, Xiao Yan was by no means an easy opponent, and this battle would definitely be extremely difficult!
Gu Zhen whispered, "Brother, I have a feeling that Xiao Yan probably still has a lot of hidden cards up his sleeve. We need to be careful!"
Upon hearing this, Gu Qingyang nodded slightly, his previous ease gone, replaced by a solemn expression befitting a true opponent.
He slowly walked onto the competition stage, each step as steady as a mountain, an invisible pressure spreading out, more profound and restrained than Xu Kun, like a volcano about to awaken.
Xiao Yan took a deep breath and walked firmly onto the competition stage.
He took the Heavy Profound Ruler off his back, its dark body pointing diagonally at the ground. He quietly activated the Flame Mantra within his body, his Dou Qi and Heavenly Flames surging and flowing through his meridians, ready to erupt at any moment.
He knew that this would be the strongest opponent he had ever encountered among his peers!
On the high platform, Great Elder Su Qian and the other elders held their breath and focused their attention.
This battle, though seemingly just the third round of elimination, will actually have a direct impact on who will be ranked first on the Strong Ranking List, and may even change the Inner Academy structure of the Jia Nan Academy for years to come.
It seems that if Xiao Yan can defeat Gu Qingyang, his next opponent will most likely be one of the female students around him.
As someone with a "previous record," Great Elder Su Qian and the other Inner Academy elders had no doubt that if that were the outcome, Xiao Yan would likely experience another instance like in the previous Inner Academy Selection Tournament, where his opponent surrendered and directly secured Xiao Yan's place as the number one on the Strong Ranking List.
"The first match of the third round of the Strong Ranking Tournament: Xiao Yan versus Gu Qingyang! The match begins!"
With Great Elder Su Qian's command, the entire square fell into a deathly silence, and all eyes were fixed on the two people in the center of the platform.
There was no probing, no words.
In the instant it began, Gu Qingyang's figure vanished from the spot!
That extreme speed seemed to merge into space, appearing directly within three feet of Xiao Yan in a near-instantaneous manner!
"So fast! Could it be that he can already teleport like Dou Zong powerhouse who has mastered the Spatial Strength?"
A gasp of surprise rang out from the crowd in the stands.
As Gu Qingyang's opponent, Xiao Yan knew very well that this was not true space travel, but rather the effect achieved by a top-tier Dou Technique of the Ancient Clan. Judging from its agility, which far surpassed the Wind Flurry Residual Shadow, the level of the Dou Technique was probably at least at the mid-level of the Earth Tier!
A fist enveloped in a dense blue light, accompanied by a sharp whistling sound that tore through the air, slammed into Xiao Yan's temple without any fancy moves!
Even before the fist arrived, the intensely condensed sense of oppression made Xiao Yan's scalp tingle.
Although this punch did not employ any Dou Technique, the terrifying power it contained was even more concentrated, faster, and contained more powerful and pure Dou Qi than Xu Kun's Iron Mountain Lean!
Xiao Yan's pupils contracted sharply, and he didn't have time to swing the Heavy Profound Ruler to block.
At the critical moment, Xiao Yan activated his Quenching Body, dark red light flowing under his skin. He suddenly turned to the side and threw a punch, the eight layers of dark energy of the Eight Extremities Collapse instantly stacking in his meridians!
The next moment, their fists collided without any fancy moves!
"Boom!!!"
A deep, terrifying explosion suddenly erupted!
A violent shockwave, like a tsunami, swept outwards from the two of them. The hard fighting platform was as if it had been struck by an invisible giant hammer. From the point of impact, the stone slabs within a radius of several feet shattered into dust that shot into the sky!
Xiao Yan felt an overwhelming, terrifying force, heavy as a mountain and sharp as a knife, surge wildly into his arm!
His body slid backward uncontrollably, his feet carving two deep furrows in the broken ground. He slid back several meters before barely managing to regain his balance!
A tingling and numb sensation ran through his arm. If it weren't for the strength of his Quenching Body and the Eight Extremities Collapse technique which offset some of the force, this punch would probably have fractured his arm!
In contrast, Gu Qingyang only swayed his upper body slightly, without moving his feet even an inch!
He slowly withdrew his fist, its surface shimmering with azure light, completely unharmed. His gaze towards Xiao Yan held a hint of approval.
"To be able to withstand 80% of my punch head-on, your physical strength is at least at the level of Three-Star Dou Wang. However, if you still don't intend to go all out, then you might not have another chance!"
With just one punch, the difference in skill was immediately apparent!
The profound knowledge and strength of the leader of the Ancient Clan's prodigies were on full display at this moment.
Xiao Yan shook his numb arm, his expression becoming even more serious. Gu Qingyang's Dou Qi was arguably the most solid he had ever seen.
If he were at the same level as him, with the added strength of his physical body, he wouldn't be afraid of a direct confrontation. But clearly, the gap between them is quite large.
Four-Star Dou Ling and Four-Star Dou Wang are essentially two entire realms apart. Under these circumstances, how could one possibly hope to fight Gu Qingyang on equal terms relying solely on physical strength and some Dou Technique?
That's clearly wishful thinking; it's a gross underestimation of the Ancient Clan's prodigies.
However, Xiao Yan was not too panicked; instead, his fighting spirit burned even more fiercely.
"Since Brother Qing Yang has put it that way, then I won't hold back any longer."
After their initial exchange, Xiao Yan realized that he had to go all out against an opponent like Gu Qingyang!
After saying that, Xiao Yan casually inserted the Heavy Profound Ruler into the ground, slowly took a step forward, and quickly formed some strange hand seals with his hands. As his hand seals were formed, a wisp of blood-red flame suddenly surged out from the vortex of qi in his body, and finally began to circulate rapidly along a somewhat strange route.
As the crimson flames completed their bizarre circuit, bursts of violent energy emanated from them, eventually invading every corner of Xiao Yan's body!
"The Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, First Transformation: Myriad Beast Transformation!"
"Boom!"
The hand seal suddenly froze, and a powerful Blood-colored Flame surged violently from Xiao Yan's body, enveloping him in flames.
The flames rose for a moment before quickly retreating back into Xiao Yan's body. As the flames returned, everyone noticed that Xiao Yan's aura was rising steadily, soaring to nearly the level of Eight-Star Dou Ling!
Sensing Xiao Yan's surging aura, the audience members couldn't help but gasp in surprise.
"Damn, this guy's strength has increased dramatically! Could it be some kind of secret technique to enhance his power?"
"I didn't expect Xiao Yan to have this trick up his sleeve. Judging from the extent of his strength improvement, this secret technique is quite powerful!"
Su Qian, watching from the stands, seemed lost in thought as she witnessed this scene.
This secret technique...
That looks familiar!
"Hmm? The Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations in Burning Flame Valley?"
Seeing the flames on Xiao Yan's body expand and contract, causing his aura to surge instantly, Gu Qingyang immediately recognized the source of the secret technique within Xiao Yan's body and couldn't help but be somewhat surprised.
Where did Xiao Yan get the Burning Flame Valley's secret techniques?
Logically speaking, there's no way he could know about Burning Flame Valley, right?
"However, that's not enough."
Sensing Xiao Yan's aura, Gu Qingyang shook his head.
However, the hand seals Xiao Yan formed changed again in the next moment!
At the same time, a burst of azure flame erupted from Xiao Yan's body!
"The Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, Second Transformation: Green Lotus Transformation!"
As the Green Lotus Core Flame erupted, Xiao Yan's aura continued to surge, and this time, even Gu Qingyang's expression changed.
This time, Xiao Yan's aura surged to nearly the level of Two-Star Dou Wang!
However, based on Gu Qingyang's understanding of the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, even some Dou Zong- level elders would only use two transformations in ordinary battles, daring to use the third transformation only when fighting for their lives. Xiao Yan was merely Dou Ling, yet he could directly use two transformations. Moreover, what was most terrifying was that this guy actually possessed two different kinds of Heavenly Flames within his body?
Could he even withstand the damage caused by the eruption of two Heavenly Flames?
Even if his body is strong enough to rival Dou Wang expert, it's impossible for him to achieve this, right?
No wonder this guy was so confident before. Although the secret technique only increases strength for a short time, that's enough time for him to decide the winner!
That's unbelievable!
Gu Qingyang was quite shocked, and the others were no different.
The other four members of the Ancient Clan were completely stunned!
Dude, where did you get the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations from Burning Flame Valley?
Could it be that besides the girls in the academy, this guy also has connections with the girls from Burning Flame Valley?
Clearly, while the four members of the Ancient Clan had begun to acknowledge Xiao Yan's strength, subconsciously they still recognized his ability to woo women even more.
They weren't the only ones who knew its value; even Hun Li Li in the stands was stunned.
The Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations?
Yes, yes.
The second change?
No, no!
Where did the second transformation come from?
Hajiyan, you bastard, you were hiding such a trick when you sparred with me before?
That's a really dirty heart!
Meanwhile, Huo Zhi, the instigator, revealed a faint smile.
Fortunately, she was well-prepared. No one knew better than her how to help Xiao Yan!
Hmph, they've won at the starting line!
On the stage, Xiao Yan pulled the Heavy Profound Ruler out of the ground, gripped it tightly with both hands, and cobalt blue flames began to rise from the ruler, emitting a heart-palpitating high temperature.
Gu Qingyang dared not underestimate him at this moment. Regardless of how Xiao Yan obtained the Heavenly Fire Three Profound Transformations, at least for now, with his strength greatly increased, coupled with the Heavenly Flames and terrifying physical qualities, his combat power would definitely not be inferior to his own. He had to be on high alert!
His expression was solemn, and his hands formed an ancient and profound hand seal in front of him. His fighting Dou Qi surged around him as if it were a tangible force, and an extremely oppressive aura immediately enveloped the entire arena.
"Mountain Opening Seal!"
A deep voice rang out, and Gu Qingyang struck out with his palm from a distance!
In an instant, a dazzling crystal handprint detached from Gu Qingyang's palm, which was enveloped in surging Dou Qi, and pressed down on Xiao Yan with unstoppable force!
A chorus of gasps erupted from the stands.
Although Gu Qingyang had already used this Dou Technique once before when he fought against Gu Yao, judging from the momentum, the power of this time he used it was probably much greater than the last time!
Faced with this unavoidable and deadly attack, Xiao Yan's eyes flashed with a sharp light. Instead of retreating, he unleashed an astonishing aura!
He gripped the Heavy Profound Ruler tightly with both hands, his internal Flame Mantra circulated wildly, and he poured his Dou Qi and the power of the Heavenly Flames into the ruler without reservation!
"Flame Splitting Devouring Wave Ruler!"
With a loud shout, Xiao Yan fiercely swung the Heavy Profound Ruler from bottom to top!
A cobalt blue flame, condensed to its extreme and so intense it distorted space, roared out from the dark Heavy Profound Ruler like a destructive torrent flowing upstream!
This ray of light contained Xiao Yan's compressed power of Heavenly Flames and surging Dou Qi. Combined with Xiao Yan's current strength, which was comparable to that of Dou Wang expert, its destructive power was by no means inferior to that of the Mountain Opening Seal.
"Sizzle--!!!"
The concentrated flames slammed into the palm-sized crystalline handprint!
There was no earth-shattering explosion, only a piercing, teeth-grinding sound of tearing and annihilation!
Then, upon seeing this scene, Great Elder Su Qian's pupils shrank, and he instantly appeared above the two of them. He then immediately cast Space Lock, sealing off the entire arena!
Everyone who witnessed this scene was completely bewildered.
What happened?