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Chapter 404: Fifth Realm Peak
Chapter 404: Fifth Realm Peak (Requesting Monthly Vote)
At the same time, the 181 geniuses of Heavenly Dome Institute had all learned about the Azure Firmament Grand Tournament results and were now training intensively to prepare for tomorrow’s matches.
"The Trial Tower rankings don’t fully reflect my strength."
"I’m completely fearless in real combat!"
"With my Innate Divine Strength, actual battles are where I shine."
...
Martial Dao Calendar 2047, November 26th.
Day One of the Azure Firmament Grand Tournament.
Inside Cultivation Mansion No. 36, the martial arts training hall erupted with a powerful gust of wind as Lin Qi, clad in a black martial arts robe, slowly opened his eyes.
A fierce aura exploded from his body, swirling with killing intent. Golden patterns flickered across his skin, appearing and vanishing like dragon veins.
A surge of power pulsed within him—Lin Qi could feel it churning restlessly. Perhaps in a few more months, it would Awaken completely.
[You completed a session of Primordial Energy Cultivation. Your Body Constitution has improved further. Vital Energy Stat +3]
[Vital Energy Stat: 977→980]
...
Lin Qi rose to his feet, his posture as straight as a spear piercing the heavens. His height remained unchanged at 1.92 meters, but his bones had been tempered into broader structures. His muscles, like forged steel, now formed a perfect balance of aesthetics and raw power—a true Gold Rank physique.
He checked his status panel statistics again. Three months had passed, and his Vital Energy Stat had reached 980, with only the final Stage of Six Organs remaining. This was also the most difficult step.
The first 500 points had risen swiftly, completed in two months. But the final 100 points had stagnated—nearly a month had passed, and he was still stuck at the last 20.
Six Organs referred to six bodily organs, each requiring immense effort to refine.
Thump-thump!
He felt his translucent organs, his heart pounding with vigor. His internal organs, combined with his ironclad muscles, generated endless strength.
He reviewed his other stats:
[Name: Lin Qi (19)]
[Occupation: Martial Artist]
[Template: Erlang Shen Yang Jian]
[Fusion Rate: 27.6%]
[Innate Talents: Stomach Reinforcement, Dragon Vigor Tiger Might, Steelbone, Mind’s Eye, Ultimate Sublimation, Golden Edge]
[Martial Arts: Harmony Stance, Golden Vajra Tiger Evolution Method, Platinum Demon Tiger Evolution Method]
[Secret Techniques: ..., Adamantine Body Fist, River and Mountain Spear Techniques, Thunderclap Nine Flashes]
[Spiritual Power: 999]
[Vital Energy Stat: 980]
[Fist Techniques: Fourth Circle 40%]
[Spear Techniques: Fourth Circle 29%]
[Body Techniques: Fourth Circle 23%]
...
Three months had brought tremendous progress. He had reached the peak of the Fifth Realm, though he couldn’t even estimate his current combat strength. The internal organs were ranked into five tiers—his felt like the highest grade, their functions unprecedentedly powerful. Even a Sixth Realm martial artist wouldn’t be unbeatable.
With this thought, he stepped into the nearby white Neural Pod. Today’s Azure Firmament Grand Tournament would be the perfect test of his strength.
Vrrrum!
Inside his Scarlet Realm Personal Space, Lin Qi materialized and immediately accessed the tournament’s official website through his status panel.
Boom!
The surroundings shifted, and in an instant, he stood in a vast arena before Heavenly Dome Tower, complete with towering audience stands.
Lin Qi appeared in the stands, where Wan Ming, Yu Zhuoran, Pei Jiu, Chu Yu, and others had already logged in. Though only 181 seats were occupied, every attendee radiated terrifying auras.
Chu Yu lounged lazily on the sofa, smirking: "Finally starting, huh? I’ve been itching for this."
At that moment, a projection flickered into existence above the crystal-clear arena.
"That’s Principal Xu!" Wan Ming exclaimed.
Lin Qi also felt puzzled—why had Xu Wenji entered Otherworld?
Deputy Principal Xu Wenji chuckled: "Students, I’m Xu Wenji. Many of you already know me. Since Minghai Martial Institute now hosts the National Freshman Competition, I’ll again oversee the inaugural Azure Firmament Grand Tournament! According to the rules, matches will be randomly assigned over eight rounds to determine the champion!"
"To motivate you, the rewards will be exceptionally generous. Those advancing to Round 2 will each receive 800 kilograms of Grade 7 Disaster Beast flesh."
At this, nine-tenths of the audience’s eyes lit up. For cultivators, Grade 7 Disaster Beast flesh was an irresistible temptation. Consuming it alone could boost Vital Energy Stats. Combined with a Gravity Chamber, training effectiveness would skyrocket. Three months had transformed their Body Constitutions. With several 500-kilogram portions, they could feast for days. Such tangible rewards sent adrenaline surging through the crowd.
Seeing their reactions, Xu Wenji smiled: "I now declare Round 1 officially begun!"
With a sweep of his hand, a massive blue starry river materialized. Giant hands scooped out 181 glowing Star Ranks. One gemstone blazed brighter than the rest, projecting its name:
[Bye Match: Shen Heng!]
"Congratulations to Shen Heng for receiving a Bye and advancing directly!" Xu Wenji announced.
The audience exhaled in relief. This was the best possible outcome—avoiding Shen Heng in the first round.
In the senior section of the stands, a man in an ink-black robe sat with a lean face and lithe frame, his aura sharp as a blade. Seeing the result, he smirked: "Perfect Bye! I’d hate fighting rookies. Let me skip straight to the finals!"
...
As Shen Heng’s Bye settled, the Round 1 match list unfurled like a starry scroll. Ninety duels—180 eyes instantly scanned for their opponents.
Lin Qi quickly found his:
[Match 10: Lin Qi (Sophomore) vs Kong Ruoxuan (Sophomore)]
He raised an eyebrow. Facing an SS-Rank Genius so early? Poor luck for Kong Ruoxuan.
Nearby, the tall, elegant Kong Ruoxuan stiffened, her smile vanishing as she saw Lin Qi’s name.
Her friend sighed: "Ruoxuan, you’re doomed."
Her expression darkened. She knew she couldn’t defeat Lin Qi—this tournament might end in the first round. But after accepting this reality, her mindset shifted. Perhaps using her Special Ability against him might grant unexpected growth.
...
(End of Chapter)
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