After several days of training with Lin Dong, Xia Zhilan's combat intuition and reflexes had improved drastically.
All the pent-up frustration from his relentless "torture sessions" was now about to be unleashed on Yue Ling.
Her attacks were swift, precise, and merciless...pure offense, no hesitation.
Yue Ling wielded a whip, a weapon meant for mid-range combat. Facing such a close, relentless assault threw her rhythm into chaos.
Clang! Clang! Bang!
After just three fierce exchanges, Yue Ling's whip was knocked flying, the cold edge of Xia Zhilan's sword stopping just an inch from her cheek.
"You…" Yue Ling's face paled, her confidence shattering.
"You're too weak to be my opponent."
Xia Zhilan's voice was calm, but the satisfaction in her eyes couldn't be hidden. At last, she'd turned the tables completely.
"The first match.....Wan Jin Chamber of Commerce wins!"
The referee's announcement echoed as Xia Zhilan sheathed her sword and returned to her group.
"This girl's improving fast," Xie Wan Jin said with a fatherly smile.
Even Xuan Su and the others from the Chamber exchanged surprised looks. It was obvious.....their young lady had grown stronger.
When Xia Zhilan reached Lin Dong's side, her gaze softened. "Thank you," she whispered.
Her newfound strength had all come from Lin Dong's brutal but effective sparring.
Lin Dong smiled faintly. "No need to thank me, Miss Zhilan. You're just quick to learn."
Hidden among the trees, Lin Xuan couldn't help but chuckle softly.
Well, well… Oudi seems to have started his romance line early. What about Ling Qingzhu? Or Ying Huanhuan?
The second match began.
Yue Shan's son, Yue Feng, took the field against the Wan Jin Chamber's hired expert.
After thirty-four grueling exchanges, Yue Feng's powerful spear techniques overwhelmed his opponent, securing victory for the Blood Wolf Gang.
With one win apiece, everything came down to the final round.
Yue Shan's eyes locked onto Lin Dong, then drifted toward the last fighter on his side.....a cold-faced man named Jiang Li.
His lips curved into a sinister grin. "Jiang Li, your turn."
Jiang Li nodded slightly, his eyes glinting with malice as he stepped forward.
The battle erupted like thunder. Lin Dong fought calmly and steadily, maintaining the upper hand.
Just as he was about to claim victory...
Jiang Li suddenly roared, his aura surging violently.
He activated a forbidden technique.....the Blood-to-Origin Art.....forcibly raising his strength to the Yuan Dan Realm!
Gasps rippled through the Wan Jin Chamber's ranks.
Xia Zhilan's heart clenched tight.
But Lin Dong didn't panic. Instead, he sneered.
"So that's your trump card?"
"Now that I've reached the Yuan Dan Realm, what can you possibly do?" Jiang Li laughed madly. "The gap between Tian Yuan and Yuan Dan is absolute!"
"That's what you think," Lin Dong replied coolly.
"My big brother could cross that gap in a single step.....and surpass it with ease."
He smiled faintly. "I may not be as strong as him yet, but defeating you shouldn't be a problem."
"Hmph! Still talking tough before you die? You'll regret forcing me to use this technique!"
"Blood Palm!"
A violent roar echoed as a massive crimson palm print, several meters wide, condensed in Jiang Li's hand.
"Qi Gate Seal!"
Lin Dong's hands blurred, Yuan Power surging wildly.
A radiant seal of light formed instantly before his palms.
"Fourth Form!"
The two palm prints collided with a deafening crash.
A shockwave blasted across the mountaintop, shaking trees and rocks alike.
When the dust cleared, Lin Dong stood firm....unmoving.
Jiang Li, however, had been blown away like a kite with its string cut, blood spraying from his mouth as he crashed heavily into the ground. His body twitched once… then went still.
Everyone froze.
Both the Blood Wolf Gang and the Wan Jin Chamber were stunned beyond words.
Another reversal.....within a reversal!
Even in such desperate circumstances, Lin Dong had emerged victorious once again.
"So strong…" Xia Zhilan murmured softly, her beautiful eyes filled with awe and excitement.
"He really was holding back before. His true strength… it's terrifying."
Yue Shan's expression darkened as he stared at the fallen Jiang Li.
Then, turning toward Lin Dong, his voice turned cold.
"Wasn't that strike… a bit too ruthless?"
Yue Shan's eyes were fixed on Lin Xuan, his gaze deep and unreadable. He had never expected Lin Xuan's strength to be so terrifying....able to defeat Jiang Li, who had already stepped into the Small Yuan Dan Realm.
With a single step forward, Yue Shan's terrifying aura erupted, his Yuan Power surging as the oppressive pressure blanketed the entire area.
Lin Xuan's potential was far too great. It posed a threat to him, stirring within Yue Shan an uncontrollable urge to kill him right here and now.
"Master Yue," said Xia Wanjin coldly, stepping out to confront him head-on. "In a duel, fists have no eyes.
Your man used a forbidden technique...his attacks were far more ruthless than Lin Xuan's."
"Hmph! We're leaving!" Yue Shan snorted coldly. He turned away, leading the Blood Wolf Gang out of the arena.
Now was not the time to clash directly with the Wan Jin Chamber of Commerce.
He wasn't ready to tear off the façade just yet.
"All right, you three....enter the Immortal Pill Pool!" said Xia Wanjin once the Blood Wolf Gang had left.
Xia Zhilan, Lin Xuan, and their companion's faces lit up in joy as they immediately stepped toward the radiant Immortal Pill Pool.
"With the help of this Pill Pool, I should finally be able to break through to the Yuan Dan Realm this time." Lin Xuan gazed at the pool, his heart filled with anticipation
Deep Within the Forest
Watching the Blood Wolf Gang retreat, Lin Xuan finally breathed a sigh of relief.
It was good that they hadn't fought—at least not yet.
Though he no longer feared Yue Shan, he couldn't kill him instantly.
That alone meant there was still risk. He decided he'd wait until his strength rose a little more before seeking battle again.
Lin Xuan disliked crossing realms to fight. He preferred overwhelming, absolute domination.
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