Although it was the final competition among the four, neither Shangguan Jue nor Jiang Chengzun took Qu Youmeng and Wang Yan seriously.
Even though Jiang Chengzun's temperament was completely different from Shangguan Jue Jue's arrogant and awe-inspiring nature.
However, the disparity in strength had already determined everything.
Most other people think the same way.
In everyone's mind, the current situation is nothing more than Shangguan Jue and Jiang Chengzun vying for first and second place, while the remaining third and fourth places will either belong to Qu Youmeng or Wang Yan.
After all, the power of these two top geniuses, Great Void Holy Heaven and Immortal-Burying Holy Heaven, had long been deeply ingrained in people's minds.
Moreover, even if we take a step back and assume the worst, the difference in their levels of understanding is still there.
Both Jiang Chengzun and Shangguan Jue have advanced to the Thearch Realm Fourth Layer!
That's Thearch Realm Fourth Layer!
It's important to understand that between those at the Thearch Realm, even a single level of difference represents a world of difference.
Moreover, Jiang Chengzun and Shangguan Jue are no ordinary geniuses. Although they appear to be at the initial stage of the Great Emperor realm, in reality, they are essentially no different from those at the late stage of the Great Emperor.
In contrast, what about Qu Youmeng and Wang Yan?
One of them was only at the Thearch Realm, just entering the Thearch Realm, while the other was at the Half-Step Thearch Realm, which is the Heavenly Venerable Realm. They had not even crossed the threshold of the Thearch Realm.
The gap in strength is so vast that it's almost unbelievable to say they have any chance of competing with Jiang Chengzun.
At this point, the competition entered its final stage.
The challenge mechanism has been removed.
The current match mechanism is based on drawing lots.
Great Void Holy Heaven, many students were praying.
"I hope Senior Brother Shangguan draws either Qu Youmeng or Wang Yan."
"Please, Senior Brother Shangguan, you absolutely must draw Qu Youmeng and Wang Yan, please don't draw Jiang Chengzun."
If Shangguan Jue had drawn Jiang Chengzun in the first round, he would most likely have lost.
Between Qu Youmeng and Wang Yan, there must be a winner.
That means that one of Shangguan Jue, Qu Youmeng, and Wang Yan will become the third or fourth.
The two remaining winners will compete for the top two spots.
Even with Shangguan Jue's immense strength, he was unable to defy the rules.
If Shangguan Jue manages to draw either Qu Youmeng or Wang Yan, and doesn't draw Jiang Chengzun, then in the end, it will be a duel between him and Jiang Chengzun.
As expected.
In this way, even if he is no match for Jiang Chengzun, he can still be second.
This will also preserve the dignity of the Great Void Holy Heaven.
As for whether Shangguan Jue could defeat even Qu Youmeng and Wang Yan?
joke.
That's simply impossible!
Amidst the fervent prayers of everyone in the Great Void Holy Heaven, the referee elder leisurely glanced at the lottery results in his hand.
"This round of matches..."
"Shangguan Jue of the Supreme Void Heaven versus Qu Youmeng of the Primordial Heaven!"
The moment the words fell, almost everyone in the Great Void Holy Heaven breathed a sigh of relief.
"Very good!"
"Senior Brother Shangguan won! Whew!"
"It's safe, it's safe. This time, at least our Great Void Holy Heaven's second place is secured."
"This year's Ten Institutes Grand Competition will once again give us a chance to see Senior Brother Shangguan and Senior Brother Jiang's final showdown. That's wonderful!"
It can be said that almost every student of Holy Heaven wanted to see the final battle between Jiang Chengzun and Shangguan Jue, without exception.
That was the most powerful and monstrous genius in the Holy Heaven.
On the arena.
The two landed on the table one after the other.
Shangguan Jue's waist was taut, and his lean and strong body concealed immense explosive power.
He had casually taken off the cloak he always wore before going on stage and tossed it to the person beside him. He then walked onto the stage with exceptional efficiency and smiled at Qu Youmeng, who was still dressed in a light purple robe.
"To have reached this point is extraordinary, truly extraordinary."
"I can honestly say that even I am extremely amazed."
His eyes were filled with admiration for Qu Youmeng.
It was a condescending appreciation from a senior to a junior.
It carried a hint of dismissive disdain.
They never truly considered the other party to be a worthy opponent.
Shangguan Jue shook his head as he spoke.
"What you've achieved so far is truly impressive. If it were the next competition, you might actually be able to challenge me, but for now..."
That disdain was naturally revealed in him; he seemed to be sighing, or perhaps trying to dissuade him, as he shook his head.
"Not enough, far from enough."
"You should admit defeat. If you want some pointers or guidance, I can give you a chance after the match."
Shangguan Jue believed he had been extremely magnanimous after hearing these words.
He didn't want to waste time on such unnecessary things.
In his heart, the only person who could be called an opponent was Jiang Chengzun.
Qu Youmeng's talent is indeed extraordinary.
However, the difference in their cultivation levels is undeniable. She is merely a Half-Step Thearch Realm, making it absolutely impossible for her to challenge or defeat him.
Moreover, his Cultivation Method are violent, extremely yang and forceful, and he doesn't know how to control his strength.
He had no grudge against Qu Youmeng, and unlike those mentally unstable individuals from the Desolate Ancient Holy Heaven, he had no reason to harm her even when he knew she was no match for him.
Even if Qu Youmeng can fight opponents of higher levels, so what?
He was no ordinary prodigy.
He can do anything that Qu Youmeng can do.
In the face of true geniuses, the only things that truly matter are the differences in realm, strength, and foundation.
Shangguan Jue believed that his own foundation was by no means weak.
However, even after he said that, Qu Youmeng, who was standing opposite him, remained silent, only looking at Shangguan Jue and gently shaking her head.
yes.
Shangguan Jue strong.
It can be said that he was the strongest opponent she had encountered in this competition so far.
but...
Is Qu Youmeng weak?
Shangguan Jue Jueqiang.
She'll only get stronger!
Realizing Qu Youmeng's intentions, Shangguan Jue wasn't angry. He nodded and said, "Since that's the case, then..."
"Let's fight!"
He will grant her a more dignified way to lose.
Considering the other party's talent and rare courage.
Qu Youmeng blinked gently, then reached out and gripped her sword tightly.
Zheng--
The sword rang out as it was drawn.
The moment she gripped the sword, her entire aura changed abruptly.
Shangguan Jue's eyes narrowed, and before he could react, he saw the woman opposite him had already drawn her sword.
The Sword Qi condensed at that moment.
Thousands of Sword Qi merged into a single beam, condensing into a sword light that caused the entire arena to tremble. The moment the terrifying Sword Qi dissipated, the array beneath the arena was activated with a roar.
Before the sword move was even unleashed, the Spiritual Power had already formed a raging torrent that the array could hardly contain!
With her sword held horizontally in front of her, Qu Youmeng slowly raised the corners of her lips, revealing a pleased smile.
She had waited far too long for this One Sword.
From their separation in the Eastern Continent to their reunion, from the Great War of the Profound Domain to the current Ten Institutes Grand Competition, what she hates most is that her power is still too weak, and she can only hide behind her master, wandering aimlessly.
Now, with this One Sword, she can be called a strong person.
This was Divine Ability she had mastered over several years.
It embodies her years of understanding and all her Sword Intent.
"This sword..."
" Heaven-Shocking!"
boom!
One Sword burst forth, striking Shangguan Jue and illuminating the astonishment in Shangguan Jue eyes.
Not only him, but almost everyone who saw this One Sword strike was filled with awe.
Absolutely stunning!
Is this Divine Ability Half-Step Thearch Realm can use?
and.
This is...
Ninth-Level Sword Intent!?