Chapter 205: Dominant Advancement to the Final
Chapter 205: Dominant Advancement to the Final (Requesting Monthly Vote)
Ao Feng seized the opening in an instant, his body coiling like a spring.
Holding his breath, he unleashed a divided blade flash, his Thunderclap Body Techniques erupting as his form blurred into a phantom-like streak, closing the distance on Lin Qi in a heartbeat.
His movements displayed astonishing coordination, the Tang Heng Dao flashing out unexpectedly—a blade arc like a swan’s fleeting shadow across the night sky.
Phantom Blade Arts’ ultimate move—Ghost Flash of the Swan!
The blade sliced the air with a sharp whistle, arriving in an instant, its killing intent palpable.
Lin Qi felt the blade’s edge against his skin, the fierce winds slashing his face.
Yet his expression remained calm, lips curving slightly. He lowered his center of gravity, his leg muscles exploding into motion. His steps shifted rapidly, his form blurring into multiple afterimages like thunderclaps under the night sky.
Thunderclap Body Techniques.
“Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!”
Time seemed to slow. As Ao Feng’s blade slashed downward, Lin Qi’s body reacted instinctively, sidestepping in a flash—the blade grazing past him by a hair.
He could even see his reflection shimmering on the blade’s surface.
The sword’s edge hovered an inch from his face.
A sharp, eerie surge of Vital Force lashed his skin.
What?!
Ao Feng’s eyes widened, disbelief flooding him. His killing move had missed?!
Vital Force surged through his body as he swung the Tang Heng Dao sideways. But Lin Qi ducked, leaning backward, evading again.
Again and again, Ao Feng’s strikes missed, his blade’s phantom-like edge fading as his rhythm broke.
His Vital Force wavered, his breath faltering for a split second.
Opportunity!
Lin Qi’s body coiled—bones lifting, flesh settling—as his muscles ignited. Swinging the Black Long Spear, he channeled his power, tendons snapping taut, veins bulging.
His muscles fired in unison, Vital Energy raging, a terrifying aura erupting from him.
“Boom!!”
The immense aura surged outward like a tidal wave, his Vital Force crashing like a storm.
He thrust the spear forward, unleashing a gale-force strike.
“Crash!!”
Over 3,200 kilograms of force surged into the heavy spear.
The Tang Heng Dao and spear met—a thunderous explosion shook the air.
Ao Feng’s expression shifted again. His arms trembled uncontrollably as the force and Vital Force surged through his blade, numbing his limbs.
This power!
He was a peak Second Realm cultivator, his fist strength nearing 2,900 kilograms. He’d surpassed the minimum threshold for the Third Realm’s power.
Yet Lin Qi’s strike left his arms numb, muscles tearing, blood vessels rupturing.
This meant Lin Qi’s strength far exceeded his own. Ao Feng’s body staggered backward involuntarily.
“Clang!!”
And this was only the beginning. Lin Qi pressed the attack, the Black Long Spear flashing as he unleashed the Split Mountain Spear Techniques—relentless, domineering strikes.
It wasn’t just Huo Wanyang who had perfected this. Lin Qi wielded it just as fiercely.
His strikes were broad, decisive, and swift, each infused with earth-shattering force.
The Mountain-Sundering Force blended within, Vital Force surging through the spearhead.
“Clang! Clang! Clang!!”
Massive cleaves, crushing strikes, piercing thrusts!
Ao Feng barely parried, desperate to counterattack with the Phantom Blade Arts.
But Lin Qi gave him no chance.
“If this keeps up, I’ll lose!”
“Damn it, how is he this strong?!”
Gritting his teeth, Ao Feng poured his will into his blade. His innate talent for speed surged, his blade flashing faster.
Fourth place nationally—he had the raw talent and battle instincts to match.
In a final bid, he seized a fleeting opening, unleashing his ultimate move.
But Lin Qi had anticipated it all along.
Gripping the spear with both hands, his arms bulged as his body erupted into motion.
His spine arched like a soaring dragon, tendons snapping like springs—like a volcanic eruption.
The Black Long Spear lunged forward, Vital Force erupting from its tip, slicing the air with a shriek.
A piercing speed, sharp as a spike piercing stone.
Split Mountain Spear Techniques’ ultimate—Rock-Sundering Spike!
Both unleashed their killing moves simultaneously. Lin Qi’s eyes locked onto Ao Feng.
Faster!
Ao Feng’s eyes widened, his blade accelerating to its limit. If he could strike Lin Qi first, he could still win.
“Crash!!”
Blade and spearhead collided. Vital Force surged, washing over Ao Feng’s strength, driving straight forward.
“Hmph!”
The spear pierced his battle armor, drilling into his heart, blood spraying.
The battle ended.
“I…”
Ao Feng’s face twisted in disbelief, blood spilling from his lips.
He looked up at Lin Qi, who simply said:
“I told you—you couldn’t pass my gate.”
“Hmph!”
Lin Qi withdrew the spear. Ao Feng collapsed, his body dissolving into mist.
[Second Match: Lin Qi (Sixth Institute) Victorious]
A mechanical voice announced the result across the arena.
In the spectator stands of the Azure Firmament Nine Courtyards, Ao Feng slumped back into his seat, drained of strength.
A friend beside him patted his shoulder: “You okay, Feng?”
Ao Feng waved weakly: “Leave me be.”
The cheers around him faded. The noise meant nothing.
A heavy blow to his pride.
“Lin Qi’s strength…”
“How could he be this strong?”
He reeled, recalling the fight. Helplessness gnawed at him. He’d been a peak Second Realm cultivator too. Yet Lin Qi had dominated him in technique, strength, and body arts.
It was unthinkable. He’d aimed to defeat Huo Wanyang.
Now, he’d fallen to Lin Qi. Third place… was that all he was worth?
……
“Clap! Clap! Clap!!”
Thunderous applause erupted from multiple academy sections.
“Brother Qi’s insane!”
Came the roar from the Azure Firmament Six Colleges’ stands.
The crowd roared:
“Lin Qi actually won!!”
“He utterly crushed Ao Feng, the Soul Severer!” someone cried.
“Ao Feng didn’t land a single move. Lin Qi’s just too strong.”
“Looks like the top two freshmen have emerged!”
……
In the Azure Firmament Second Institute’s section, Duan Chuchu exhaled, shaking her head:
“Ao Feng had no chance. Lin Qi outclassed him completely—no weaknesses.”
“Of course he won.”
“Who’d have thought Lin Qi would make it to the finals?”
……
(End of Chapter)
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