As the names were announced, Dongfang Muxue became somewhat nervous.
This Mansion Competition is extremely important to her.
The outcome of the first match is crucial to morale.
If they lose, it will be extremely bad for the upcoming matches.
Zhou Qiao and Chu Nanyue entered one after the other, each with a different expression.
Zhou Qiao, born into the Profound Radiance Prince's Estate, is the young master of the Profound Radiance Prince's Estate. He had already stepped into the realm of Half-Saint seven years ago, making him one of the most dazzling geniuses in the Divine Dynasty.
Dressed in black robes and boots, he exuded a cold aura, his eyes still holding an arrogant glint. He looked down at Chu Nanyue opposite him, his disdain subtly revealed though he made no explicit statement.
This is normal.
After all, compared to Chu Nanyue, who only became famous in recent years, Zhou Qiao was a prodigy who had already made a name for himself in the Taiyu Divine Dynasty at a young age. He was also quite favored and was appointed as the young master of the mansion early on. No one in the Profound Radiance Prince's Estate could shake his position.
It is said that he inherited various Saint Art from the master of the Profound Radiance Prince's Estate.
As a child born amidst great anticipation, the Lord of Profound Radiance Prince's Estate Palace imparted all his knowledge to his son without reservation.
Even in his youth, Zhou Qiao had already shown extraordinary talent.
In his twenties, he ventured into the Eastern Continent and was even able to fight the Holy Spirit solely based on his physical abilities.
Their strength is terrifying beyond measure.
Over the years, he has dominated all the prodigies of the royal families near the Profound Radiance Prince's Estate.
Chu Nanyue was among them.
Therefore, Zhou Qiao looked calmly at the person opposite him and said, "You'd better admit defeat now. We've been fighting for so many years, this time I won't hold back."
Upon hearing this, Chu Nanyue, standing opposite him Unmoving as a Mountain.
Their attitude hasn't changed at all.
He spoke softly, his tone carrying an inexplicable certainty. "In our struggles, you've always won, but this time... that might not be the case."
Compared to Zhou Qiao's seemingly understated yet subtly luxurious black robes, Chu Nanyue's attire was much simpler.
He belongs to the Eldest Imperial Prince.
He clenched his fists, revealing a pair of brass knuckles made of black iron, which could only be described as ordinary in terms of both grade and quality.
Mansion Competition, each contestant may bring a maximum of one magical artifact.
Most people choose to carry weapons, specifically their usual weapons.
For example, Zhou Qiao.
The broadsword in his hand had been with him for twenty or thirty years. Its blade was thick and heavy, gleaming with a mysterious black light, and it was clear at a glance that it was no ordinary weapon.
But Chu Nanyue...
Chu Nanyue was a commoner.
Along the way, he climbed step by step, defeating one prodigy after another from the Great Prosperity Prince's Estate. He had the willpower and perseverance, but these were not enough to instantly change the foundation of his Lineage.
Even though he has joined the Eldest Imperial Prince's forces, it's impossible for him to instantly become equal to Zhou Qiao Shao.
Those present shook their heads slightly.
Most of them knew about the conflict between Zhou Qiao and Chu Nanyue, and their long-standing antagonistic relationship.
Chu Nanyue's first battle to make a name for himself was when he boldly stole the spirit medicine that Zhou Qiao had his eye on in the secret realm.
He was beaten half to death by Zhou Qiao, but he still gritted his teeth and swallowed the spirit medicine. If it weren't for the Eldest Imperial Prince protecting him, the entire Zhou Household would probably have been destroyed by the Profound Radiance Prince's Estate.
Even if the Eldest Imperial Prince intervenes and manages to save Chu Nanyue's life, the feud between the two will remain unbroken.
After that, wherever Chu Nanyue appeared, Zhou Qiao would always be there.
Moreover, Zhou Qiao emerged victorious in every single battle.
Chu Nanyue had no choice but to back down...
This time...
A glint of light flashed in Chu Nanyue's eyes.
The two people on the stage suddenly moved at the referee's signal.
Almost no one saw how Chu Nanyue moved.
He followed a path of fierce courage, engaging in close combat and fighting with reckless abandon.
Zhou Qiao's impression of Chu Nanyue was still from six months ago, when he had easily defeated him again.
So this time, he didn't take the other person seriously at all.
He was Half-Saint, though only at the mid-stage, but among his peers, few could surpass him.
Just six months ago, Chu Nanyue hadn't even touched the edge of becoming Half-Saint!
It's completely insignificant.
The thought flashed through Zhou Qiao's mind, but he quickly realized that he...
That's wrong.
It's not just wrong.
Moreover, it's completely wrong!
The moment Chu Nanyue disappeared from the arena, the wisps of Spiritual Power he released caused Zhou Qiao to widen his eyes in astonishment. Sensing the pressure of the Spiritual Power dissipating in the air, he almost blurted out.
"Impossible!"
But nothing is impossible!
In the next instant, Chu Nanyue, as swift as a rabbit, suddenly appeared. His dark eyes were deep and unwavering, showing no fluctuation but an unyielding determination. He gripped the knuckle duster tightly and unleashed a swift and ruthless strike.
boom!!
With a loud bang, a disheveled figure was blasted off the stage.
The other person crashed to the ground, revealing Zhou Qiao's face to the incredulous gazes of the crowd below.
Zhou Qiao's eyes were filled with shock and disbelief.
He stared blankly at Chu Nanyue on the stage against the backlight, clenching his fists tightly. Shock overwhelmed his brain, leaving him completely unable to process the scene before him.
he...
They actually lost?
Or did he lose to Chu Nanyue, whom he had always looked down upon?
How could that be!
and...
Zhou Qiao stared intently at Chu Nanyue on the arena, ignoring all the gazes of those around him. Those gazes that would normally have made him feel ashamed were all cast to the back of his mind; all he could see was Chu Nanyue's cultivation level.
Not only him, but others also gradually noticed the level of skill Chu Nanyue displayed on the arena.
Immediately, someone exclaimed in surprise.
"Wait! Really?!"
" Chu Nanyue has already reached the peak of the Perfected Half-Saint realm!"
His words were like a thunderbolt from the blue.
Only Chu Nanyue's eyes remained completely unmoved.
Zhou Qiao couldn't help but take a deep breath.
How long has it been?
How could Chu Nanyue...?
Although he was reluctant to admit it, Zhou Qiao knew that he had truly lost this time. Not only in the competition, but also in the realm of skill and talent that he was so proud of, he had lost completely.
The referee slowly came to his senses.
"Match 1, Chu Nanyue of the Great Prosperity Prince's Estate wins!"
The people around them slowly came to their senses, their eyes filled with shock and endless emotion.
"Is Chu Nanyue's talent... really that terrifying?"
"Hiss... If that's the case, then doesn't that mean he had no one to rely on, and relied solely on his own strength to defeat Zhou Qiao and become the number one prodigy of the Great Prosperity Prince's Estate's Mansion?"
"Now that he has gained the attention of the Eldest Imperial Prince, it has directly given the Eldest Imperial Prince a good start. In the future, Chu Nanyue will likely receive even more resources and support, and he is destined to soar to great heights!"
As they spoke, some of them seemed to remember something, and shook their heads with a slight sigh.
"Tsk tsk, if it weren't for Xue Yan under the Eldest Imperial Prince's command, Chu Nanyue could have become the most dazzling figure by the Eldest Imperial Prince's side based solely on today's battle!"