On Liuhe Mountain, the tea party was in full swing.
Unnoticed in the distant clouds hung two figures.
Both wore blue robes of the same style. Among them, an elderly man with an astonishing aura smiled and said, "Great Elder, what do you think of these two?"
Beside him stood a man who appeared somewhat younger, a middle-aged man with a fair complexion and deep, black eyes. He looked out over the distance, giving the impression of the vast sea, blending naturally with the world around him, inspiring awe and reverence.
"They are passable."
The young Great Elder was very indifferent.
The fierce battle between Yuan Chen and Lv Guangliang, two of Yun Zhao Countryâs geniuses, failed to alter his expression in the slightest.
The corner of the elderly manâs eye twitched, but he still nodded with a smile.
"Yuan Chen only ranked fourth in the last competition, and there are still more stunning talents to come,"
The elderly man continued.
Just then, on the combat platform, Yuan Chen was defeated by Lv Guangliang.
"I yield."
After speaking, Lv Guangliang quickly left.
After all, challenging Yuan Chen was meaningless to him; it was merely repaying a favor to the Yin Chengzhuang.
Swoosh!
A woman with a distinguished aura leaped onto the platform.
"Yu Bu Yu, shall we have a match?"
The woman revealed a slight smile.
"Me?"
Beside Yuan Chen and Chen Yu, Yu Bu Yu was startled.
She had come to the tea party purely to watch and learn, never intending to participate.
Moreover, she had ranked 48th in this competition, so nobody would likely seek to test their skills against her.
Yet, she found herself in this very situation.
The woman challenging her was also a new talent in this competition, ranking 40th.
"Miss Yin ranked 40th in this competition, Yu Bu Yu, you are no match for her."
Yu Bu Yu spoke the truth; she had little confidence in defeating her opponent.
The distinguished woman had joined the Yin Family later, and by taking the familyâs surname, she could receive greater cultivation.
"Itâs just a friendly spar. If youâre not strong enough, Iâll give you some pointers. I hope the disciple of the Vice Dean of No Demon Academy is not so timid?"
The woman said slowly.
This time, she brought up Yu Bu Yuâs master. If Yu Bu Yu didnât fight, it would disgrace her masterâs name.
"Alright, please enlighten me."
Yu Bu Yu stepped onto the combat platform, saying earnestly.
"Hehe."
The womanâs laughter was charming yet carried a hint of coldness.
In fact, she was very envious of Yu Bu Yu, who had been born into an Ancient Clan with astonishing talents and had even been taken as a disciple by the Vice Dean.
Swoosh!
She drew a silver sword, casting out a chilling beam of light.
Yu Bu Yu went all out, activating the Yu Familyâs Bloodline, with dark blue flames outlining her body.
A chilling flame burned up from her body, exuding a cold aura.
"This doesnât seem to be the Yu Familyâs Blue Flame Bloodline."
Many people around voiced out.
Although the Yu Family was the least among the top ten Ancient Clans, it was still a giant within the ranks of Yun Zhao Country.
"Because Sister Yu Bu Yu is naturally a Spiritual Body, her Bloodline is also different,"
Yuan Chen explained to Chen Yu.
The Yu Familyâs Bloodline was not strong, but the Bloodline Power Yu Bu Yu displayed now was different from the Blue Flame Bloodline, and it was even stronger.
Boom!
Yu Bu Yu threw out a palm strike, meeting the womanâs sword light.
Boom! Hissss!
On the combat platform, Sword Qi and blue flames exploded wildly.
Their battle was not considered exciting for the talented individuals present, even somewhat dull.
"Sister Yu Bu Yuâs combat ability is too weak; she lacks practice."
Chen Yu observed for a while and couldnât help commenting.
Shortly after, the battle concluded, and the distinguished woman won.
"Hmph, even though sheâs from one of the ten great Ancient Clans and is gifted with a unique Spiritual Body, she still lost to me."
The woman snorted coldly and, as she walked off the stage, repeated Yingchengâs instruction, "So much for the disciple of the Vice Dean of No Demon Academy."
Her victory over Yu Bu Yu made this remark fitting. It also implicitly included the recently defeated Yuan Chen and put down Chen Yu as well, with Chen Yu being unable to respond.
In the clouds.
The elderly man shook his head slightly, "Great Elder, this is just a grudge between two Qi Transformation Realm disciples. Both have good potential, but they still need much time and training."
"No, that woman in blue is quite remarkable."
A gleam of light flashed in the young Great Elderâs eyes.
The elderly man paused, slightly surprised, wondering if the Great Elder had made a mistake.
"Although that girl has a Spiritual Body, she is too weak-willed, not suited for cultivation. I wonder what you mean by saying she is good,"
The elderly man asked.
"You donât understand."
The Great Elder uttered three words, deeply impacting the elderly man.
"This woman isnât just any Spiritual Body; she has a mutated Spiritual Body with extremely strong cultivation potential. She barely needs to put in any effort in her practice, yet her cultivation will continue to rise."
The Great Elder explained, enlightening the elderly man, who couldnât help being amazed that such a talent had emerged from the Yu Family.
...
"Brother, I lost." Yu Bu Yu returned disheartened.
"Itâs okay."
"But she also insulted the Master."
"Then slap her mouth!"
Chen Yu said this very indifferently, yet Yuan Chen and Yu Bu Yu could distinctly feel his anger.
"Junior brother, donât be too impulsive."
Yuan Chen comforted him.
He and Chen Yu had realized that someone was targeting them.
As for the mastermind behind this, it must be Yunyang Academy, and together with the identity of the dignified lady and her remarks just now, it was almost certain that it was the Yin Family of Yin Chengzhuang.
Swoosh!
Chen Yu leaped up and ascended the martial arts platform.
"Chen Yu has taken the stage; he was the champion in the last competition. I wonder whom he will challenge?"
"Itâs quite possible that heâll challenge his rival from the last competition, Yunhai Zhen, although he might also challenge Yun Yingwu, the champion from the competition before last. But I think heâs biting off more than he can chew."
"I guess the most likely challenger would be Situ Lin Yu, the champion of the new competition."
The surrounding discussion was fiery.
"The one who just stepped down, get up here."
Chen Yu called out lowly, his gaze fixed on the Miss Yin.
"No way, why is Chen Yu challenging her? She ranked fortieth in this competition, while Chen Yu was the champion in the last one."
Someone was very surprised.
However, most people guessed that Chen Yu was here to avenge his junior sister.
"Senior, you were the champion of the last competition and are supremely strong. I, a young woman, ranked fortieth in this competition and am no match for you?"
The dignified lady revealed a grievously smiling expression while respectfully addressing Chen Yu as âseniorâ.
"No worries, itâs just a friendly match. I quite fancy your potential, determined to give you a lesson or two. Why donât you come up quickly?"
Chen Yuâs face was stern, and by the end of his speech, he suddenly raised his voice, making the dignified ladyâs heart skip a beat.
This line was exactly what she had said to Yu Bu Yu earlier, and now Chen Yu was returning those words on behalf of his junior sister.
The dignified lady was intimidated by Chen Yuâs aura, and tremblingly walked onto the stage.
"Senior, please be merciful."
The dignified lady pleaded in a pitiful and aggrieved tone.
Boom!
A gust of wind roared as Chen Yu appeared instantly in front of the dignified lady, a shadow of darkness enveloping her.
Chen Yu waved his large hand, slapping toward the delicate face of the dignified lady.
The dignified lady intended to defend herself, but under Chen Yuâs oppressive power, she found it very difficult to circulate her True Qi. Moreover, Chen Yuâs palm was incredibly fast and reached her in the blink of an eye.
Slap!
The dignified lady instantly lost consciousness, her head buzzing with noise. When she regained consciousness, she found herself lying on the ground, her whole body in pain, and her face felt as if it had been scorched by fire.
"Disciples of the Yin Family, no more than this."
Chen Yu stood on the martial arts platform and coldly snorted.
"Chen Yu..."
Yin Chengzhuang ground his teeth in rage.
Yet this was not the end, Chen Yu spoke again, "I have quite an appreciation for the Yin Family, determined to properly instruct all attendees from this family."
"Yin Yuan, come and have a friendly match with me. If you are too weak, I will give you some pointers."
Before anyone else could react, Chen Yu issued a challenge to Yin Yuan, who ranked forty-third in the competition two sessions ago.
Yin Yuan felt both furious and fearful, but he had to step onto the stage otherwise he would gain a reputation for cowardice and also bring disgrace upon the Yin Family.
Moreover, it had only been a month since Yin Yuan had advanced to the Guiyuan Realm, and he was planning to make a name for himself at this gathering.
"Iâve just advanced to the Guiyuan Realm. Even if I canât compete, I can hold off for a few moves. If Chen Yu uses excessive force, Iâll concede!"
Yin Yuan made up his mind and leaped forward.
But just as he entered the range of the martial arts platform,
Boom!
Chen Yuâs figure burst forth like a black violent shadow, arriving in front of Yin Yuan.
Yin Yuanâs heart thumped wildly, scared stiff by Chen Yuâs intense pressure, which made him feel as if a mountain was pressing down on his head.
As he saw Chen Yuâs iron-like giant hand swinging at him, Yin Yuan drew a broadsword and held it in front.
Bam!
Chen Yuâs palm struck the broadsword and then, continuing with the formidable force, smacked Yin Yuanâs face right next to the blade.
"Damn..."
Yin Yuan was shocked inside, Chen Yuâs strength was incredibly fierce, and his body unyieldly tough, managing to strike using his hand alone.
Just as Yin Yuan was about to retreat, Chen Yuâs other hand swung over.
Yin Yuanâs pupils contracted, and he promptly activated his True Yuan Protection Shield.
Crack!
Under Chen Yuâs palm, the protection shield was as fragile as paper and instantly shattered.
Slap!
A harsh slap landed on Yin Yuanâs face, sending him flying off the martial arts platform.
"How could this be..."
Yin Yuan, with a sword mark on his right cheek and a palm print on his left, roared in unwillingness.
"Next."
Chen Yu called out calmly, and seeing that no one responded, he began to name names.
"Senior practices a powerful Cultivation Technique and possesses immense strength; we juniors admire it deeply and concede without contest..."
A member of the Yin Family named by Chen Yu immediately said a bunch of flattering words and gave up.
"Chen Yu, you are bullying us too much."
A more hot-tempered member of the Yin Family, called by Chen Yu, climbed onto the martial arts platform.
He excelled in speed and believed it would be difficult for Chen Yu to slap him.
However, with a charge of power to his heart, Chen Yu increased his speed, and with one slap, brought him to his senses, the second slap sent him flying.
"Yin Chengzhuang, what are you sitting down there for? Come up here!"
After the challenge, Chen Yu looked at Yin Chengzhuang with a commanding tone.
"This Chen Yu intends to challenge all members of the Yin Family alone, what a spirit."
"Regrettably, among these three competitions, the only one in the Yin Family with great talent is Yin Chengzhuang. He lost to Chen Yu during the competition, it remains to be seen whether he can win now; otherwise, the reputation of the Yin Family will truly be lost."