Free Web NovelChapter 628: Chapter 628: Opening the Sky Battlefield!
Chu Zhongtian had left a month ago, before Lin Xuan had returned. In his mind, Lin Xuan probably wouldn’t dare to come back. After all, the boy was no match for him; wouldn’t returning just be courting death? But unexpectedly, Lin Xuan had actually returned. This guy’s courage was truly commendable.
He asked, "What is this kid’s current cultivation level?"
Chu Yue replied with disdain, "He’s just a Three-Star Grandmaster. On top of that, he got lucky and became a Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master."
A Fourth-Grade Alchemy Master! Chu Zhongtian was a little surprised. He hadn’t expected Lin Xuan to be capable of becoming one, knowing that this was already the top echelon of Alchemy Masters. The kid’s talent was truly remarkable.
However, upon hearing that Lin Xuan’s cultivation was merely Three-Star, he laughed. No matter how strong the boy’s skill in alchemy was, his combat power was lacking. It would be impossible for him to win this fight.
A Three-Star Grandmaster... I could crush him with a single finger. It seems I’ll be able to win this final duel with ease.
He sneered, "A mere Three-Star Grandmaster dares to claim he’s slain a High Grandmaster? He’s arrogant beyond measure."
"Indeed!" Chu Yue said angrily. "Brother, you must teach this kid a good lesson!"
"Don’t worry," Chu Zhongtian replied. "I absolutely won’t let him get away. I will defeat him, trample him underfoot, then seize the power from his body and turn him into a cripple."
As he spoke of this, Chu Zhongtian grew excited. Defeating Lin Xuan meant he could obtain the Heart of the Serpent! With it, he would have a chance to become a Dragon Warrior. He would be the first Dragon Warrior in a thousand years! Just the thought of it was thrilling.
Chu Zhongqiu also grew excited. "Hmph! Lin Xuan, let’s see how you’ll die!"
The surrounding people gasped. Seeing Chu Zhongtian’s decisive manner, it was clear he wasn’t planning on holding back in the duel. It was over. Lin Xuan was doomed. freёweɓnovel.com
This news spread.
「Outside.」
The various great families and sects were in an uproar.
"It seems Chu Zhongtian isn’t planning to hold back."
"That’s for certain."
"If Chu Zhongtian obtains the Dragon Dao Power from Lin Xuan, he’ll have a chance to become a Dragon Warrior."
"How could he possibly give up such a golden opportunity?"
"He’ll definitely be ruthless and destroy Lin Xuan."
"Then Lin Xuan is in for a miserable fate."
The crowds discussed fervently. At the Celestial King’s Mansion, Master Song and the others could hardly wait to see Lin Xuan’s tragic state.
Meanwhile, at Wangyue Pavilion, the Cyan Dragon Manor Master, the Sword Casting Manor Master, and the members of the Lin Family were extremely worried. They tried once again to dissuade Lin Xuan, even wanting to take him and flee.
But Lin Xuan didn’t try to escape at all.
Instead, he smiled and said, "Oh, has Chu Zhongtian returned? I was afraid he wouldn’t come back. I’ll defeat him, seize the Dragon Dao Power from him, and then my strength will become even greater."
Lin Xuan was also incredibly excited. His Ten Thousand Dragon Body had already reached the second realm, and he was about to push for the third. However, breaking through to the third realm required even more potent Dragon Dao Power. Treasures like the Dragon Pearl he had used before were no longer effective; he needed a stronger source of power. For that reason, he was determined to obtain the Heart of the Serpent.
Lin Xuan said confidently, "Don’t worry. I have truly slain a High Grandmaster. Chu Zhongtian is no match for me at all. This time, I’ll be the one to trample him underfoot."
The members of Wangyue Pavilion, the Cyan Dragon Manor Master, the Sword Casting Manor Master, the Lin Family, and the Imperial Clan were all speechless. They were about to go mad with anxiety, but no amount of persuasion worked!
Three days passed quickly, and the day of the duel finally arrived.
On this day, the crowds outside the Heavenly Dao Academy were in a frenzy. Even inside the academy, the disciples were exceedingly excited. The final duel was finally here!
The Head of the Heavenly Dao Academy made one last attempt to persuade Lin Xuan. When it had no effect, he reluctantly gave up. It seemed Lin Xuan had set his heart on this duel. In that case, there was nothing more he could do.
He announced, "Activate the Heavenly Dao Academy’s Ancient Arena."
With a tremendous rumble, the Heavenly Dao Academy radiated a brilliant light. An ancient platform rose from the ground, ascending into mid-air. The Head of the Heavenly Dao Academy also rose into the air, his King’s aura sweeping across the four directions and suppressing the heavens and the earth. Instantly, everyone fell silent. Countless people raised their heads to the sky, their gazes fixed on him.
The Head of the Heavenly Dao Academy’s voice boomed, "I know you have all come to witness the duel. However, the Heavenly Dao Academy has its rules, and you may not enter. But I will not have you come all this way for nothing.
"I have activated the Ancient Arena. This is a Sky Arena. The final duel between Chu Zhongtian and Lin Xuan will take place upon it. All of you, even without entering the Heavenly Dao Academy, will be able to see everything clearly from the outside.
"I hope you are all here merely to spectate. Do not lay a hand on any disciple of my Heavenly Dao Academy, or you will not like the consequences."
As he finished speaking, the might of a King exploded forth, sweeping across heaven and earth.
Everyone nodded, indicating they were only there to watch and would not cause trouble. Only then did the Head of the Heavenly Dao Academy retract his aura and descend back into the academy.
As for the others, they all looked up at the sky. Gazing at the battlefield floating high above, they were extremely excited.
They’re going to fight in the sky? How incredible! This is the first time I’ve ever seen a battlefield in the sky. As expected of the Heavenly Dao Academy, to possess such methods.
Members of the three major families and four major sects were filled with amazement. The elders of the Imperial Clan had also arrived, and they stared at the scene in similar wonder.
One of the Imperial Clan Elders said, "I’ve long heard that the Heavenly Dao Academy’s origins were extraordinary, and it seems that is indeed true. The foundation of this academy is deeper than we imagined."
"It is said that the Heavenly Dao Academy, much like the Pill Tower, exists not only in our Great Xia Country but in other nations as well. There’s even a main branch of the Heavenly Dao."
"It’s just that for certain reasons, our Great Xia’s Heavenly Dao Academy has lost most of its connection with the main branch, which is why it has declined. But even so, its remaining foundation is something no ordinary family or sect can hope to match."
The crowds buzzed with discussion.
「Within the Heavenly Dao Academy, at Wangyue Pavilion.」
Lin Xuan was surrounded by his friends and family.
They said, "Lin Xuan, this is the last chance. Are you truly not going to leave?"
Lin Xuan shook his head. "There’s no need to leave. Rest assured, I will win."
He then strode boldly out.
Gazing at Lin Xuan’s departing figure, the Wangyue Pavilion Master, the Cyan Dragon Manor Master, and the others sighed repeatedly. It seemed there was no way to stop him from fighting. However, they made a decision: the moment Lin Xuan was defeated, they would immediately intervene to stop the fight. They would absolutely not allow Lin Xuan to be crippled.
Everyone sighed, and the atmosphere grew somber.
Bai Qianqian, however, waved a fist and cheered, "Lin Xuan, go for it! Defeat that Chu Zhongtian!"
Ye Qingwu simply smiled and said, "Junior Brother Lin, I believe you can do it!"
Could Lin Xuan really do it? Did he truly have a trump card?
The eyes of the Wangyue Pavilion Master, the Cyan Dragon Manor Master, and the others flickered. In truth, they had no confidence at all.
「Elsewhere, at Star Pavilion.」
Chu Zhongtian opened his eyes, a sharp radiance glinting within them. Over the past three days, he had adjusted his condition to its absolute peak.
He stood up and declared in a low voice, "Let’s go. It’s time for the duel."
This time, I will definitely cripple Lin Xuan! I will seize the Dragon Dao Power from him!
