Chapter 54: A Thunderous Debut
Chapter 54: A Thunderous Debut
Crimson Vault Martial Arts Pavilion, Top Floor – Owner’s Office
A holographic screen flickered into existence mid-air, displaying a massive projection of a muscular man reclining in a high-tech chair. The green-hued display clearly showed Lin Qi and Fan Yong locked in combat.
“This is the kid Cheng mentioned? He’s using the Mountain-Shattering Spear Method. Doesn’t seem particularly remarkable at first glance.”
“His spear techniques haven’t even breached the Second Stage. Against Second Realm Colossus Blade, he’ll struggle to pierce the defense.”
“That blade style excels at counterattacks. Once it spots an opening, it ends battles in a single strike.”
“If Lin Qi can’t win, he won’t qualify for our Crimson Vault Martial Arts Pavilion’s B-Rank Contract.”
Yue Feng shook his head, but suddenly narrowed his eyes.
“Huh?”
His body snapped upright. The battle had taken an unexpected turn.
…
Crimson Realm Arena
From Pine and Cypress Middle School’s side, someone chuckled casually. “First match is almost over.”
Others laughed.
“Liang Kai, why the frown? You doubt Fan Yong’s chances?” someone asked.
“Not sure,” Liang Kai replied, shaking his head.
Before another word could be said, the battlefield erupted. All eyes turned skyward.
On the arena:
Clang! Clang!
The long spear met the broadsword in a storm of clashing power. Fan Yong parried Lin Qi’s strike, but his expression darkened. A terrifying force coursed through his arms—relentless, numbing impacts left him trembling.
“This Lin Qi… his strength rivals mine? How does his stamina not wane?”
Fan Yong’s anxiety grew. His physique was renowned for its endurance, yet now he felt like prey being hunted by raw, overwhelming power.
Time to counter!
He scrutinized Lin Qi’s spear techniques, hunting for weaknesses.
“There!”
Fan Yong’s eyes flared. Muscles erupted like gunpowder. Blood surged. Vital energy flooded his limbs. Veins bulged, his body flushing crimson.
Channeling Mountaintop Cleaver, he channeled all strength into his blade—a thunderous strike, a collapsing peak.
Colossus Blade’s Second Secret Technique—Peak-Shattering Slash!
At the critical moment, Lin Qi’s lips curled.
Finally taken the bait!
He retreated a step, muscles tensing. Power surged into his arms. His eyes blazed with ferocity, like a tiger descending from the mountains.
The spear lanced forth—a pinpoint strike.
Precision Strike!
Clang!
The spearhead pierced the broadsword mid-swing. Force detonated at the contact point.
Fan Yong’s momentum shattered. His blade technique faltered. His body stumbled backward.
“His killing move… broken?”
“No time to waste!”
Lin Qi dropped his stance, rooting himself. Power coiled like a spring, then erupted. Vital energy roared. Muscles screamed.
The spear struck—a Ten-Thousand-Ton Thunder Thrust, unstoppable.
The spearhead descended like a collapsing mountain, threatening to shatter earth itself.
Mountain-Shattering Spear Method’s Second Secret Technique—Mountain-Cleaving Strike!
Fan Yong’s eyes widened. A spear loomed overhead, bearing insurmountable force.
He raised his blade desperately.
Boom!
His face contorted as a monstrous force surged through his arms.
Crack!
Bang!
Muscles tore. Bones shattered. The sword flew from his hands, clattering to the ground.
The spearhead glinted, icy and lethal—
Thrust!
The spear skewered Fan Yong’s chest. Blood sprayed.
“Finished!”
Fan Yong spat blood, arms dangling uselessly. His mind reeled.
“End it. A mere jester.”
As Lin Qi spoke, Fan Yong’s body dissolved into nothingness.
[First Match Concluded: Tianhai No.2 High School’s Lin Qi Victorious!]
The arena’s AI announced the result.
Pine and Cypress Middle School’s Audience Stand:
Fan Yong’s form reappeared, his expression dazed.
“I… lost?”
Denial warred with bitter frustration. His mind replayed Lin Qi’s final strike endlessly.
“How? How did Fan Yong lose?”
“What happened in those last seconds?” someone blurted.
“Fan Yong lost? That Lin Qi… he’s no ordinary opponent.” A top student spoke—a statuesque beauty with sharp, icy features.
“Lin Qi’s strength is formidable. He feinted a weakness, and Fan Yong fell for it, overwhelmed by a chain of attacks.”
“This Tianhai No.2… underestimated them at our peril.” Cao Bin’s expression darkened. If Fan Yong, a defensive specialist, fell so easily…
Liang Kai clapped Fan Yong’s shoulder. “Cheer up. I lost to Lin Qi yesterday in Scarlet Realm.”
Fan Yong relaxed slightly. “So it wasn’t just me…”
…
Virtual Chamber:
The remaining students erupted.
“Unbelievable! Lin Qi won!”
“Fan Yong’s defense was supposed to be impenetrable!”
“Lin Qi’s just too strong! Saw those last two strikes? Each more precise than the last. His hands never wavered.”
The speaker was Qiu Jie, surprising all. Watching Lin Qi on screen, he marveled. As a spear practitioner, he’d never grasped Lin Qi’s true strength—until now.
…
Crimson Vault Martial Arts Pavilion:
“Outstanding! Unshakable fundamentals, razor-sharp instincts, and nerves of steel!”
Yue Feng admired Lin Qi’s poised figure on-screen. As a Seventh Realm high-tier martial artist, he saw deeper than most.
“No doubt—a prodigy Crimson Vault needs.” Yue Feng’s lips curved. Dialing his phone, he ordered, “Sun Manager, contact Lin Qi. Invite him for contract discussions. A B-Rank Contract.”
…
Crimson Realm Arena:
Lin Qi returned to the stands, met by Jiang Tao’s awed head-shaking.
“Brother Qi, you’re incredible!”
“I’d never stand a chance against you now.”
Lin Qi demurred, “Lucky break. Still can’t match you.”
Li Zhou approached. “Don’t be modest. Your skill’s formidable. Train together sometime?”
“Gladly.” Lin Qi accepted, sensing genuine camaraderie. Once, Li Zhou was an idol. Now, power bridged the gap.
Others cheered, except Yu Jing, silent and aloof.
“Lin Qi kicked us off strong,” Zhang Cheng declared. “Others, keep the momentum!”
…
(End of Chapter)
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