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Chapter 2462: Their true color

"Look! Senior Sister Jane is on the stage!"
"Senior Sister Jane has been sharpening her skills for ten years. This time, she will definitely be able to shock the world!"

"Come on, Senior Sister Jane! Bring glory to our World Martial Arts Sect!"

"..."

Looking at the majestic Jane on the stage, the disciples of World Martial Arts began to cheer.

The World Martial Arts Sect has always been respected as the largest sect in Dragon Country. As disciples of the World Martial Arts Sect, they naturally had corresponding level of pride.

In their opinion, all elite masters of World Martial Arts Sect are stronger than those of other sects.

"With Senior Sister Jane, this game should be won steadily." In the audience, Lily smiled with confidence.
With Jane's strength, if she faced some long-established geniuses, she would not be very sure.

But her opponent was just a young female warrior who was unknown to the public.

Such a person was basically no threat to Jane.

"The opponent seems to be from the Witchcraft Sect. We still can't underestimate the enemy." Aaron shook his head slightly.

If it is a head-on confrontation, comparing martial arts and cultivation, then Senior Sister Jane will naturally have a higher chance of winning.

But the problem is that the opponent is a disciple of the Witchcraft Sect, and his methods are unpredictable and hard to guard against.

Once you relax, you may be hit at any time.

So the outcome of this game is still a big suspense.

"The Witchcraft Sect disciples rarely participate in the ring competition. This time, we can also see their true strength." Violet said with interest.

Witchcraft Sect is known to be the most mysterious existence among the three major sects. The disciples in it are not only highly cultivated, but also proficient in various Witchcraft techniques.

It is precisely because of the mystery that people are afraid.


Chapter 2463: You have to be careful

Generally speaking, no force is willing to cross the Witchcraft Sect unless it is was absolutely necessary.

"You Two!, are you ready?"

Drake looked left and right, and after the two nodded, he said loudly: "If there is no objection, the game will start now!"

After saying that, Drake stepped down from the stage, giving the two enough space to perform.

"World Martial Arts Sect's - Jane!"

Jane, dressed in red, pointed his spear at the ground, his expression was cold, and his voice was sonorous and powerful.

"Azalea of the Witchcraft Sect, please teach me."

Azalea clasped her hands together, showing a harmless smile.

"I will not show mercy in the fight, you have to be careful." Jane warned coldly.

"Please" Azalea nodded slightly, her face unchanged.

"Buzz~!"

Jane turned her wrist, without wasting words, and stabbed directly with the spear.

This spear was simple and straightforward, but extremely swift. The tip of the spear was surrounded by silver light, and when it stabbed, it rolled up strong winds.

Seeing this, Azalea curled the corners of her mouth and suddenly took out a rolled long whip from his waist.

Azalea grabbed the long whip and shook it lightly, and there was a "pop" sound.

The long whip shot out like a spirit snake and quickly rolled towards Jane's waist.

As the saying goes, an inch longer is an inch stronger. Jane's spear, if it were to face ordinary weapons, would naturally have a great advantage, but it happened to encounter a long whip with a longer attack distance.

Before it touched the target, it would have already entered Azalea's attack range.

The most important thing is that Azalea's long whip is still hung with barbs. If it is rolled up on her and pulled hard, it could instantly make people's skin and flesh burst.

"Huh?"

Chapter 2464: The vortex

Jane raised her eyebrows and immediately changed her offensive, from stabbing to blocking.

The long whip hit the spear shaft and immediately rotated a few times, like a spirit snake wrapped around, tying up the spear.

Azalea pulled along, trying to remove Jane's weapon first.

"Outrageous!"

Jane's eyes widened, and she did not retreat but advanced. With the dragging force of the long whip, she quickly adjusted the long spear and stabbed Azalea's throat with a more fierce attack.

Azalea's eyes flashed with surprise. She didn't expect Jane to react so quickly. She actually used the force to fight back at the first time, not only breaking her restrictions, but also launching an attack.

This kind of combat wisdom is far superior to many martial arts masters.

Of course, although she was surprised, Azalea's movements were not slow at all.

In close combat, the long whip could not exert any power, but she had other means.

"Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh..."

Azalea waved one hand, and a large number of poisonous needles shot out from her sleeves and stabbed Jane head-on.

Jane's pupils shrank, and she was forced to give up the attack. As the long spear shook, a vortex of strong energy formed in front of her.

All the poison needles shot at her were sucked into the vortex and completely lost their edge.

Jane's spear spun faster and faster, and the vortex became larger and larger.

When all the poison needles were sucked into the vortex, Jane used her spear to pull the vortex of the Qi, turned it in the air, and then pointed it in the direction of Azalea.

"Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh..."

A large number of poison needles shot at Azalea fiercely at a faster speed than when they came.

A typical case of giving someone a taste of their own medicine.

Caught off guard, Azalea could only use her own Qi to build a protective shield in front of her.

"Ding, ding, ding..."

The poison needles shot at the protective shield, splashing a large number of sparks, and the fierce force forced Azalea to retreat several steps.

In the first confrontation, it was obvious that Jane, who had more combat experience, had the upper hand.

"Break!"

Jane did not miss any chance. When Azalea was forced to retreat, her spear stabbed out again like a dragon.

This spear thrust was incredibly fast.

Chapter 2465: Too despicable

"Buzz~!"

The spear was surrounded by silver light, and the chill was overwhelming.

Wherever it passed, the air distorted and emitted a sharp roar.

Azalea did not dare to confront head on, and retreated quickly.

At the same time, she pinched her hands, silently chanted a spell, and pointed at Jane who was chasing him.

The next second, a large number of black vines suddenly emerged from the ground of the ring.

These vines seemed to have spirituality, as they entangled Jane's feet at a very fast speed and spread upwards.

In the blink of an eye, Jane's legs, including waist and hips, were completely locked by the black vines, and it was difficult for her to move at all.

"Huh?"

Jane frowned, and just when she was about to raise her spear to fight back, two thick vines shot out from the ground, bounding her hands, and suddenly pulling them apart.

Soon, Jane was tied up like a dumpling by the black vines.

The most important thing is that these black vines are extremely tough and powerful.

Jane tried to use force, but found that she couldn't break free for a while.

"What kind of trick is this? Why is it so weird?"

"Oh no! Sister Jane might be in danger!"

"Too despicable! You're actually attacking me by surprise!"

"......"

Seeing Jane being tied up by vines, the disciples of the World Martial Arts Sect immediately became nervous.

No one expected that Azalea would know such a bizarre technique, which was simply impossible to defend against.

"Quick!"

Chapter 2466: The game has just begun

Taking this opportunity, Azalea formed seals with both hands again, and then pointed at Jane, who had lost her ability to move.

"Boom!"

In an instant, a ball of hot flames gushed out and quickly transformed into a fierce tiger with bared fangs and claws.

The tiger roared silently, carrying a huge flame, and suddenly pounced on Jane.

"Not good!"

The faces of the disciples of World Martial Arts Sect changed drastically, and some of them stood up excitedly.

But at this moment, they could only watch Jane being engulfed by the scorching flames.

"It's over! Senior Sister Jane is dead!"

The disciples of World Martial Arts Sect looked depressed and lamented.

They didn't expect that Jane, who was powerful and had amazing spear skills, would be defeated, and defeated so quickly.


It was really unexpected.

"No way? Senior Sister Jane just lost like that?" Lily widened her beautiful eyes, looking a little surprised.

The two sides fought for less than three minutes and only exchanged a few moves. With Jane's strength, it shouldn't be so bad, right?

"Don't worry, the game has just begun."

Aaron narrowed his eyes slightly, and his expression did not fluctuate too much.

If Jane couldn't even deal with this crisis, then she would not be qualified to be favored by World Martial Arts Sect.

As expected, as soon as Aaron finished speaking, a powerful energy suddenly erupted in the flames on the ring.

"Bang!"

There was only a loud noise.

All the black vines, along with the flames, exploded instantly!

Chapter 2467: Whitlight shield

For a moment, the flames were everywhere and the vines flew everywhere.

At the same time, a figure with a chill all over his body suddenly shot out from the exploding flames.

The long spear in her hand flashed with silver light and stabbed at Azalea with lightning speed.

This spear was as fast as a startled swan and as graceful as a soaring dragon. It was silent and extremely deadly.

"So fast!"

Unable to dodge in time, Azalea could only raise her arms to block. At the same time, the master's aura in his body gushed out instantly, forming a shield in front of her.

"Bang!"

Jane's swift spear stabbed firmly on the aura shield, and the terrifying power suddenly erupted.

After only blocking for a second, Azalea's condensed aura shield exploded directly.

However, Jane's spear continued to stab forward with the remaining force, accurately hitting Azalea's chest.

However, the expected hole through the chest did not appear. The moment when the tip of the spear touched Azalea's chest, a golden light suddenly flashed.

Immediately after a "clang" sound, Jane's spear was directly blown away by an invisible force.

As a result, her entire body was shocked and stepped back several steps, and her arms were numb.

"Huh?"

Jane looked carefully and found that a pocket-sized copper bell suddenly floated in front of Azalea's chest.

The copper bell was only the size of an egg, with dense and tiny runes engraved on it, and golden light lingering around it, which was obviously not an ordinary thing.

"Whitlight shield?"

Looking at the copper bell floating in the air, Jane couldn't help but frown, her face turning ugly.

The Whitlight shield is an extremely rare protective gear. It was much more powerful than any gold silk soft armor.

Because the Whitlight shield had its own spirituality, whenever the wearer encounters any danger, it will automatically activate and form a protective shield even without being activated.


Chapter 2468: Two hypocrites

This kind of top-quality treasure is worth a fortune and can only be found once in a while.

Even she was not qualified to own it.

She did not expect that Azalea, at such a young age, actually had such a magic treasure.

Are all the disciples of the Witchcraft Sect so wealthy now?

"It was a close call. I almost got hurt."

Azalea patted her chest gently, and her heart was surging for a while.

She did underestimate the enemy just now. She thought that two tricks could deal with Jane, but she did not expect the other party to not only break her magic, but also deliver a fatal blow too.

If it were not for the Whitlight shield given to her by the Saintess, she would have been seriously injured.

Of course, this Whitlight shield was not owned by the Witchcraft Sect, but was one of the many treasure that the Saintess won from the casino in recent days.

It must be said that the Saintess was really wise!

In the audience, someone caught sight of the perfection shield that Azalea just used, and his fists were clenched hard.

This was originally his treasure, but he never thought that he would lose it in gambling.

The gambler really lost miserably!

"Master Morgan, your Witchcraft Sect is really rich and powerful. Any disciple can use a protective magic treasure. It's really enviable."

In the main audience, Jeffery suddenly spoke meaningfully, with a bit of temptation.

"Speaking of being rich and powerful, it has to be your World Martial Arts Organization. Our Witchcraft Sect can only be regarded as having something little." Evelyn Morgan said lightly.

"Master Morgan is really too modest."

Xiao Wuming smiled: "But this young disciple, who can be so valued by Master Morgan, must be extraordinary. I am looking forward to her performance next."

"Same here, your World Martial Arts Sect disciples are not simple either." Evelyn Morgan smiled.

Looking at the two hypocritical probing people around him, Hank couldn't help but sneer.



Chapter 2469: You will lose to me in the end

Looking in for the Arena showdown, how can there be so many twists and turns? Just win already

"I didn't expect you to have a protective shield?"

On the stage, Jane frowned and said sternly: "However, although this treasure can save you for a while, it can't help you win the game. You will lose to me in the end!"

As far as she knows, protective shields are generally limited in number of times, but when the spiritual energy inside is exhausted, the protective magic treasure will no longer be activated.

In other words, she only needs to intensify the fierce attack to make the opponent's protective shield ineffective.

It's just that the process is a little more tiring.

"Hehe... If you want to beat me, it depends on whether you have the ability?" Azalea smiled slightly.

The long whip in her hand began to swim like a spirit snake.

Just now, she was a little careless and was attacked by Jane at close range. She suffered a loss. With this lesson, she will not give the opponent any chance in the next battle.

"Watch the spear!"

Jane didn't waste time and suddenly accelerated forward, then the long spear in her hand carried a little cold light, and stabbed at Azalea fiercely.

This shot was not fancy at all, and it was swift and cunning.

It seemed simple, but it could be adapted to the situation and act at the right time.

Seeing this, Azalea swung her long whip, and hit Jane's face fiercely.

Jane twisted her body and turned in the air, like a fish, nimbly avoiding the blockade of the long whip and continued to stab forward.

Azalea seemed to have expected it. She shook her wrist violently, and the long whip that was away suddenly turned around and wrapped around one of Jane's legs.

Then Azalea quickly formed a seal with one hand, and a blue arc quickly gathered between his fingers.

"Quick!"

Azalea with her finger used the arc to suddenly tap the long whip.

In an instant, the strong arc spread along the long whip and instantly penetrated Jane's body.


Chapter 2470: Lightning Techniques

Jane groaned, twitched all over, and her hands and feet were paralyzed. For a while, she couldn't move.

Even the grandmaster's Qi in her body was temporarily confused and could not be used.

"What the hell! What kind of move is this? Could it be the lightening technique of Infernal Mountain?"

"No, the lightening technique of Infernal Mountain is more domineering. The move Azalea used should be a rare Lightening technique."

"Isn't the Witchcraft Sect good at making poisons with Witchcraft? It's strange that she chose to major in Lightening techniques and find a new way."

"......"

The audience were amazed at Azalea's fire and lightning techniques.

As for the World Martial Arts Sect disciples, they seemed a little nervous.

Although Senior Sister Jane is very powerful, Azalea's methods were too weird and hard to defend against.

It's impossible to guess what the opponent will do next, which makes her very passive now.

"Hundreds of rivers flow to the sea!"

Azalea suddenly raised one hand, and the Qi in her body surged rapidly, forming a huge vortex in the air.

The next second, countless tea steams in the audience rose up as if guided. They gathered into small steams in the air and quickly moved towards the vortex above Azalea's head. In the space of a breath, thousands of tea steams had condensed together to form a huge water ball.

"Drops of water turn into ice!"

Azalea quickly formed a seal with one hand, and then pointed at Jane, who was paralyzed.

"Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh, swoosh, swoosh..."

Thousands of water arrows shot out from the water ball in an instant.

The weirdest thing was that when the water arrows took shape, they quickly froze. Tens of thousands of water arrows instantly turned into ice arrows with greater lethality, and then covered Jane in an overwhelming manner.

This was an all-round and no-dead-angle bombardment. Even if Jane was not restrained, it would be difficult for her to dodge, not to mention that she was paralyzed now.

"Blood shield!"

Seeing the situation was not good, Jane's face turned fierce, she bit her tongue directly, and then spat out a mouthful of blood.

As the Qi surged out, the blood that spurted out actually formed a blood-colored shield out of thin air, blocking Jane in front of her

"Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang..."

Thousands of ice arrows hit the blood shield frantically, making a series of explosions and splashing a large amount of ice fragments.

After a bombardment, the ice arrows finally disappeared, and the blood shield condensed in front of Jane began to shatter.

However, before Jane could catch her breath, the second round of ice arrows had already come bearing down.


Chapter 2471: Fight me head-on

"Again?!"

Jane's face drained of colours.

At this moment, the paralysis effect on her body had weakened. Seeing the ice arrows pouring down again, she had no time to hesitate and immediately waved her spear wildly, leaving a trail of afterimages.

"Whoosh whoosh..."

The long spear was like a rotating helicopter, rolling up gusts of wind, forming a defensive barrier ten feet in front of her.

The falling ice arrows hit the strong wind barrier, making a "crackling" sound.

Jane was also shocked by the impact of the ice arrows, and retreated repeatedly, her arms numb.

She had just used the blood shield technique with her blood essence, which consumed a lot of her. Now facing Azalea's continuous magic attacks, she was obviously overwhelmed.

"The ground sinks!"

While Jane was still parrying with the ice arrow attack, Azalea formed a seal again, then suddenly squatted down and slapped the ground of the ring.

Immediately afterwards, a strange scene happened.

The ground under Jane's feet suddenly became soft, like a swamp.

Jane retreated, and before she could react, her feet were deeply stuck in the quagmire.

The weirdest thing was that this quagmire had a huge suction force, which kept pulling Jane's legs, making it difficult for her to pull them out for a while.

There were dense ice arrows bombarding her from above, and the quagmire swallowing from below. Jane was attacked from both sides and couldn't resist at all.

"You're despicable, you can only use some unorthodox methods. If you have the guts, fight me head-on!"

Jane was a little furious.

She was good at spearmanship and had rich combat experience. If she fought in close combat, she was very confident that she could quickly defeat the opponent.

But the problem was that Azalea didn't give her a chance to get close at all, and kept using magic to attack from a distance.

The most annoying thing was that the opponent had so many tricks and methods.

There were vines entangled, flame attacks, lightning paralysis, and ice arrows, and now, there was a swamp and mud, restricting her tightly.

Her exquisite spear skills were useless, and she was very frustrated.


Chapter 2472: Are you ready?

In fact, if the opponent did not have a protective shield, she would have won long ago, but she was just a little bit short, which was really unlucky.

"What's wrong with the unorthodox methods? As long as you can win, you can use any means."

Azalea said, and hurriedly threw a spirit refreshing pill into her mouth.

She had just used magic in succession, which also consumed a lot of energy. Fortunately, she had a bottle of spirit gathering pill worth ten thousand gold on her, so she didn't need to worry about anything when fighting.

Just continue fighting and maybe even kill all the way.

"Are you ready? My attack is coming again~!"

Azalea, who took the spirit refreshing pill, became energetic again, and the master's aura in her body quickly became turbulent.

She slowly raised her hand, and thousands of ice arrows appeared in the sky again.

They were so dense that they covered the sky.

"You... you are really despicable!"

Seeing this scene, Jane was so angry that she cursed.

Not only did she keep using magic to attack, but she also had the Spirit Refreshing Pill as a supplement, so she was not afraid of consumption at all.

How can she fight this?

"Damn it! This woman is endless!"

"It's a protective magic treasure, and it's a precious Spirit refreshing Pill. When did the disciples of the Wu Gu Sect become so rich?"

"......"

Seeing Azalea's various methods, the audience couldn't help but talk about it.

Especially the disciples of the World Martial Arts Sect, they cursed and envied, but most of them were dissatisfied.

The arena competition is about strength, but Azalea used magic weapons and pills to establish a great advantage.

"Break!"

Ignoring the discussions around her, Azalea controlled thousands of ice arrows and blasted Jane again.

Jane's legs were stuck in the mud, unable to move. She could only wave her spear, urging her Qi, and constantly blocking and resisting.


Chapter 2473: I'm coming again

But every time the ice arrow hit her, her body would tremble slightly and her arms would go numb.

The speed at which she waved the spear became much slower, and the consumption of Qi in her body became more destabilized.

Her defense was no longer impeccable. Occasionally, an ice arrow broke through the blockade and shot a bloody hole in her body.

The frost power contained in it made her movements gradually become stiff.

In the end, after a round of ice arrows bombarded her, her hair was disheveled, scarred, and she looked very embarrassed.

"Crack...Crack..."

Azalea on the opposite side did not give up, and threw two precious spirit refreshing pills into her mouth to continue to replenish the consumption just now.


Seeing this scene, Jane's eyes twitched and her heart was bleeding.

If she had a protective shield or a spirit refreshing pill, the current situation could definitely be reversed.

It's a pity that she didn't have it.

"I'm Coming again!"

Azalea was full of energy and high spirits. As she spoke, she raised her hand again, and the internal Qi gushed out without reserve.

At the same time, a dense mass of ice arrows appeared above Jane's head.

Seeing this scene, Jane was completely Devastated.

Who could withstand the continuous bombardment of magic and the spirit refreshing pills eaten just like cooked beans?

Seeing that the ice arrows were about to fall again, Jane was frightened and said quickly: "Wait! I concede! I give up!"

She was seriously injured and her Qi was exhausted. She had no strength to fight again.

If she didn't increase her strength in time, she would be crippled if she didn't die after this round of ice arrow bombardment.

Anyway, there was no hope of victory, so it was better to give up early and not suffer too much torture.

"Ah? You Give up? I just ate two spirit refreshing pills and I haven't had enough fun yet." Azalea looked regretful.

If she had known that the other party was going to admit defeat, she would not have taken the Soul refreshing Pill.

After all, this thing is quite expensive, and every bit saved counts.

Seeing Azalea's unsatisfied expression, Jane's face twitched, and she wanted to cry but had no tears.


Chapter 2474: It's such a pity

Jane was unwilling to lose this match.

In terms of hard power, she is definitely better than Azalea. In a head-on confrontation, she had at least an 80% chance of winning.

But the opponent has all kinds of magic weapons and elixirs, and with the various means, it is really impossible to defend against which makes her unstoppable.

In the end, she was exhausted bit by bit and had to admit defeat.

It was so frustrating!

"Master Jeffery, it seems that your disciples of World Martial Arts Sect are not very good."

In the audience, Hank said with a rarely curled up lips.

He and Jeffery had been fighting openly and secretly for many years, and he likes to see the other party being defeated the most.

"An occasional accident is nothing, and besides, your Sword Sect may not win." Jeffery said lightly.

Although Jane was one of his proud disciples, but he didn't expect that he would be eliminated in the first round, which is a bit embarrassing.

"Really? Then let's see who will win in the end." Hank smiled.

He really wanted to see what kind of expression Jeffery would have when Aaron gets defeated by Finn Sanchez.

"Alas... I didn't expect this result, it's such a pity."

Lily sighed, looking a little regretful.

She originally thought that as Jane had a high level of cultivation and superb spear skills, then she should have a greater chance at winning, but she never thought that she would lose so embarrassingly.

"Senior Sister Jane has tried her best. It can only be said that the Witchcraft Sect disciple has too many tricks to pull, fully exerted her own advantages, and just happened to restrain Senior Sister Jane, which led to the current situation." Violet shook her head.

This is how the game is. The situation changes rapidly. Even if the strength is stronger, it does not mean that you will definitely win.

"Brother Aaron, Doctor Dustin, it depends on you two next." Lily looked around.

The rest of the World Martial Arts Sect disciples had stopped in the quarterfinals. Now, only Aaron and Dustin were left.

Aaron is definitely in the quarterfinals, but this one fighter alone is not enough to show the strength of the World Martial Arts Sect.
Therefore, she hoped that Dustin could also make it to the quarterfinals and grab a spot too.

"I'll do my best." Dustin nodded slightly.

"Doctor Dustin, I remember you drew number 8, right?" Violet suddenly asked.

"Yes, what's wrong?" Dustin did not deny it.


Chapter 2475: Thank you

"I have carefully observed that your opponent is that vampire. I believe you should know that vampires are a very difficult dark creature. It is difficult to hurt them with ordinary means. If you don't have special weapons, it is easy to suffer against such monsters." As Violet said that, she suddenly took out a silver dagger and quietly handed it to Dustin: "I heard that vampires are afraid of silver. This is the silver weapon I just ordered people to collect. You should keep it well first, and then give it a fatal blow at the critical moment!"

"Silver weapon?" Dustin raised his eyebrows slightly and looked at Xiao Ningmeng with some surprise. He didn't expect that the other party was so meticulous. Not only did she notice his opponent, but she also made preparations in advance.

"Sister, when did you get the silver weapon? How come I don't know?" Lily was stunned.

"Of course, this kind of thing cannot be made public. If the vampire clan sees it, they will definitely be on guard, and then it won't have the effect of unexpectedly killing the enemy." Violet whispered.

"That's true." Lily nodded in agreement.

"Thank you." Dustin was not polite and directly put the silver dagger into his pocket.

He had also heard similar rumors that the vampire clan was afraid of silver.

However, this restraining effect will become weaker and weaker as the blood clan's strength increases.

Especially those strong men like the earl and the duke are not afraid of silver weapons at all. Even if their heads are cut off and their hearts are destroyed, as long as they have blood supply, they can live well.

This can be called an immortal monster.

Of course, that Bill Wolf is obviously not at the level of the earl, otherwise, he would not have been beaten up by Aaron last night.

"Contestant No. 2 voluntarily admitted defeat. Now I declare that contestant No. 31 wins!" Drake jumped onto the stage and spoke loudly.

For a moment, the applause was thunderous.

Although Jane had many supporters, Azalea's appearance was more attractive, and with a series of wonderful performances just now, she gained a large number of fans.

Now that she has won, she naturally attracted countless audiences to celebrate for her.
Amid fierce applause and shouts, Azalea walked down the stage with a smile and returned to the seat of the Witchcraft Sect disciples.

If it weren't for the Witchcraft Sect's notoriety, based on Azalea's performance just now, it is estimated that many young talents would have run up to express their love.

"Sister Azalea, you did a good job. Our Witchcraft Sect is finally proud today!" When Azalea sat down, Abigail immediately smiled and praised her to show encouragement.

"Saintess, you are too kind. I am weak and had no chance of winning. Thanks to the protective magic treasure and the Soul restoring Pill awarded by the Saintess, I was able to turn the tide and bring honor to the Witchcraft Sect." Azalea nodded slightly, showing great respect.

Although Abigail treated her very well and even treated her as a sister, she knew that they had different identities and must not cross the line.

If she became arrogant and conceited because of Abigail's support, she would be in trouble sooner or later.

"Sister Azalea, your next opponent will definitely be stronger. The protective shield and the Soul restoring Pill have been exposed, and it is difficult to have an unexpected effect. But it doesn't matter. I still have some treasures here to help you. Take a look at which ones are handy and pick them at will."

Abigail said, and immediately turned out a pile of top-quality treasures and showed them to Azalea.

The Witchcraft Sect elders next to them were stunned.

Just so you know that, any of the treasures here can set off a bloody storm in the martial arts world.

But in a way, when it came to the Saintess' hands, it was like cabbage, and she gave it away in piles.

It was really too daring!


Chapter 2476: Too valuable

"Saintess, these...these treasures are too valuable. I think we should just forget about them."

Looking at the dazzling array of treasures in front of her, Azalea was somewhat flattered.

When the Saintess gave her the protective shield and the restoring spirit pill before, many people had already raised objections. If she accepted them again, she would definitely become the public enemy of the Witchcraft Sect disciples.

"What's so valuable? They are all earned from running a casino. I didn't spend a penny. Just take them. You don't have to have any psychological burden. If anyone dares to gossip behind my back, I will tear their mouths apart!"

Abigail said, and glanced around, scaring the surrounding Witchcraft Sect members to immediately watch their eyes and mouth, pretending that they didn't see anything.

They knew Abigail's methods very well. Since she became the Sainesst, the first thing she did was to purge the Witchraft Sect.

In the past, those dissenting voices were directly suppressed by her with thunderous means.

From the elders to the disciples, anyone who had objections was either imprisoned or killed.

During the initial period, the entire Witchcraft Cult was in a state of panic.

But later, after the reforms of the Saint, they were surprised to find that Witchcraft Cult not only did not decline, but also seemed to be reborn, recruiting many outstanding disciples.

It also made Witchcraft Cult more united.

Later, they realized that some of the people who were previously eliminated by the Saint were all pests of Witchcraft Cult.

They occupied absolute power and a large amount of resources, only seeking profit for themselves, and never considering the development of Witchcraft Cult.

Even the most basic promotion path of Witchcraft Cult disciples was firmly controlled by these people.

Some outstanding disciples, because they had no power, no influence, and no background, could not get any resources at all, let alone promotion.

On the contrary, some mediocre people who relied on nepotism had a constant supply of various elixirs and magic weapons, and their internal resources were extremely unbalanced.

Until the Saintess came to power, everything changed.

Although the Saint was ruthless and ruthless, she was clear about rewards and punishments, which made all the disciples convinced and respectful.

Now, in the entire Witchcraft Sect, the Saintess had the final say, and no one dared to oppose her.

Because those who opposed were already dead.


Chapter 2477: Come on stage and die

"This..."

Azalea still a little hesitant.

Because Abigail is so good to her, she gives her all the good things first. She can not care about being hostile to others, but she has to consider the other party.

As a Saintess, being too partial to one person will inevitably be criticized by the disciples.

"Okay, don't refuse. At most, I will lend you these treasures first, and you can return them to me after you win the game."

Seeing that Azalea has been unwilling to accept them, Abigail can only change her words.

Although it can't be given directly, if you win the game and reward the other party, it will be natural, hehe.

"Well, I will borrow it first."

Having said this, Azalea couldn't refuse.

If it is a loan, there will be no psychological burden.

After the second game, the third game will start soon.

Referee Drake walked onto the stage and spoke loudly: "The third match begins now. Please invite contestants No. 3 and No. 30 to the stage!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a figure suddenly shot up from the stage, turned several somersaults in the air, and finally landed steadily on the stage.

It was Caleb, who was wearing a bamboo hat and carrying a long sword.

As the chief disciple of the Icy Sect, Caleb was quite famous in the martial arts world. Now that he was on the stage, he attracted countless people to cheer for him.

"Black guy! Come on stage and die!"

Caleb was very domineering. He pointed at the black kong under the stage, full of fighting spirit.

The two had shown each other number balls, so they knew who their opponents were.

The provocative action of the black kong wiping his neck before made Caleb very unhappy.

Now, he was going to defeat the opponent directly on the stage with overwhelming strength.


Chapter 2478: Black King Kong

"Hehe..."

Accompanied by a low laugh.

Black King Kong, who is well over two meters tall and has an unusually sturdy physique, walked towards the ring with a ferocious face.

As a fighting maniac, he has endured for so long, and today he can finally enjoy it.

"Warriors of Dragon Country, meeting me is the greatest misfortune in your life. Next, I will let you know what hell feels like!"

Black King Kong walked onto the ring, his shoulders slightly swaying, his muscles bulging high, like obsidian, emitting a strange light under the sunlight.

"Humph! Who are you trying to scare here? Isn't it just a little bigger? Do you really think I'm afraid of you?" Caleb had a cold face and was not afraid at all.

There were at least eight big guys who died in his hands, if not ten.

Although a body of muscles looks scary, it is at most just strong, sacrificing speed and agility. Strength alone is not enough.

With his skills, he can completely play the opponent around.

"Good, very good. I hope you can still be so courageous when I step on you later." Black Kong grinned, looking like he was looking at a dead man.

"Stop talking nonsense! Come on if you can!"

Caleb suddenly pulled out the long knife from his back, looking aggressive.


Black Kong did not attack directly, but glanced at the referee Drake on the field.

The end of Bill Wolf before was still vivid in his mind. Before the game was announced, he did not want to give the other party a chance to attack.

"Are both players ready?"

Drake looked around, and after the two nodded, he said loudly: "Very good, the third game officially begins!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Caleb who had been ready to go, attacked directly without wasting words.

"Die!"

Caleb kicked his foot, and the whole person pounced on him like a tiger. The long knife in his hand left a trace of afterimage and slashed at Black Kong's neck fiercely.

What's the use of having big muscles? I will just cut you with one knife!


Chapter 2479: Sturdy body training

Caleb was very fast, and his sword was extremely fast, like lightning.

The audience only felt a flash before their eyes, and Caleb was already in front of Black King Kong, and the steel sword in his hand slashed towards the opponent's neck.

As a fierce man who broke through the siege of many Group B players, although Caleb has not yet broken through the Grandmaster realm, he had the strength of a Grandmaster.

This is also the capital of his confidence.

The attacked Black King Kong seemed to have not reacted yet, and he stood there blankly without dodging.

Seeing this scene, Caleb sneered.

This is the weakness of the big guy, slow speed, slow reaction, can only be a live target to be beaten and eaten.

"Clang!"

Without any surprise, Caleb's steel sword slashed firmly on Black King Kong's neck.

But soon, the smile on Caleb's face disappeared. Because the expected scene of head being separated from body by a knife did not appear, the originally indestructible sword slashed on Black King Kong, and sparks were splashed.

It was as if he was not slashing a person, but a piece of extremely hard black iron.

The most terrifying thing was that he did not feel any energy fluctuations on Black King Kong.

In other words, the opponent did not activate the Qi, but purely relied on the strength of the body to resist.

"A martial artist practicing sturdy body training?!"

Caleb frowned, his face became more solemn.

It seems that the opponent's arrogance is not without reason. With great strength and strong defense, it is indeed difficult to deal with.

However, it is just difficult to deal with, not that there is no way to crack it.

After all, all martial artists practicing sturdy body training have a weakness. As long as you find their weakness and give them a heavy blow, you can naturally win.

"Hehehe... Is this all you can do?"


Chapter 2480: Monster

Black King Kong grinned and looked down at Caleb as if he was looking at a sheep.

Caleb snorted coldly, and did not say much. He was ready to draw his knife and retreat, and then look for another opportunity.

However, at this time, Black King Kong's neck suddenly tilted, and he clamped the steel knife with his cheek and shoulder.

Caleb tried to pull hard, but found that the knife in his hand seemed to have being clamped by an iron clamp and could not move at all.

"You have made a move, now, it's my turn!"

Black King Kong grinned, and his fist as big as a sandbag suddenly blasted towards Caleb.

It was a very ordinary straight punch, without any fancy moves, but at the moment of the punch, there was a sound of wind and thunder, the air around distoedrt, the strength behind punch seemed terrifying.

Caleb's face changed, and he did not dare to resist. He immediately dropped the knife and retreated, narrowly avoiding the punch.

Black King Kong did not pursue the victory, but took off the knife clamped on his neck, put it in his mouth, and began to eat it bite by bite.

That's right, eat!

The hard black iron sword, in Black King Kong's mouth, was like potato chips, chewing with a bang.

One bite after another, eating with relish.

In a short while, most of the black iron sword had been eaten.

This scene made the audience stunned and look unbelievable.

"Fuck! What the hell is going on? This big guy actually eats the black iron knife as a snack?!"

"Even if he is a sturdy body martial artist, he doesn't practice like this, right? Is this guy still a human?"

"Monster! What a monster!"

The audience was shocked.

They have seen many strange things, but they have never heard that someone can eat black iron as food.

Not to mention whether there is a good tooth, the key is how to digest it?


Chapter 2481: It tastes good

This is obviously not something humans can do.

"This..."

At this moment, Caleb was also a little confused.

He stared blankly at the black King Kong in front of him, his face full of astonishment.

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he would never have believed that his black iron knife would be eaten by someone bite by bite.

It's so weird!

"It tastes good. Do you have any other treasures?"

After eating the black iron knife, Black King Kong grinned, revealing a mouthful of white teeth.

Caleb's eyelids twitched, and for a moment he didn't know what to say or how to react.

"Why, are you scared? The warriors of your Dragon Country are only this capable." Black King Kong showed sarcasm.

"Bold lunatic! Do you think you can scare me with some unorthodox methods? I tell you, dream on!"

The enraged Caleb clenched his fists and took a stance.

Not only is he proficient in swordsmanship, but he is also extremely good at boxing.

The skin and flesh of a sturdy body training warrior were tough and can resist the slashing of swords and knives, but they may not be able to block fists.

Because boxing is a penetrating attack, as long as the cultivation is deep, a punch is thrown, and the powerful true qi can completely penetrate the skin and flesh of a horizontal training warrior in an instant, acting on the internal organs, causing huge damage.

"Come and try if you have the guts."

Black King Kong hooked his finger with a playful look on his face.

He was not in a hurry to win, because he wanted to slowly torture the other party, so that all the Dragon Country warriors would be afraid.

"I want to see how powerful you are!"

Caleb shouted, kicked his feet hard, and rushed out like an arrow from a string.


Chapter 2482: You are so weak

His right arm quickly accumulated power, condensed into a ball of white light, and then hit Black King Kong's chest at lightning speed.

"Bang!"

A muffled sound.

Black King Kong did not move at all, and his muscles trembled slightly, dissolving all the power.

On the other hand, Caleb was shocked by a huge impact force, and he retreated several steps, and his arm was numb.

For a moment, his face was horrified.

Before he could react, Black King Kong's palm as big as a palm fan had already grabbed him fiercely.

Black King Kong moved quickly. Before Caleb could react, he grabbed his neck and lifted him up with one hand, just like a chicken.

Caleb's breathing stagnated, and his face began to turn red at a speed visible to the naked eye.

He began to struggle frantically, kicking his limbs, but found that he could not break free at all.

Black King Kong's palm was like a big iron clamp, locking him tightly.

"You... are so weak."

Black King Kong shook his head, his face full of sarcasm and disdain.

Too bad, he couldn't even block one of his moves.

The key is that he only used one-third of his strength.

For such a weak opponent, he even reduced his interest in killing.

After all, only the strong could make him excited, and only by killing the strong can he shock all the Dragon Country warriors.

Now meeting such a rubbish is really disappointing.

"Escape!"

Seeing the crisis, Caleb quickly formed seals with his hands, and his body suddenly shrank, like a boneless cat, and slipped out of Black King Kong's hands.


Chapter 2483: Shadow Killing Techniques

Then he rolled on the spot, quickly distanced himself, panting heavily, and the redness on his face began to dissipate quickly.

"Oh?"

The sudden change surprised Black King Kong, and there was a little more surprise in his eyes.

It seems that the other party is not useless, and maybe there are some special means that have not been used.

"Big Black, I have to admit that you are really strong. You can force me to use the method of escaping from the shell, but that's it."

Caleb touched his swollen and painful neck, and his eyes were filled with murderous intent: "Next, I will let you see the powerful secret method of the Icy Sect. This was originally my preparation for the finals, but I didn't expect to use it on you now. Although it is a bit of a waste of talent, I can't care about it!"

After saying that, Caleb suddenly took out a black pill and threw it into his mouth, then put his hands together and recited a spell quickly.

Soon, a vague black shadow slowly floated out of his body.

This black shadow was like smoke, erratic, changing all the time, and finally turned into a human figure similar to Caleb's body size.

Seeing this scene, many audiences in the audience were horrified.

"Could this be the secret skill of the Icy Sect, the Shadow Killing Technique?"

"It is rumored that the Shadow Killing Technique is extremely strange and can ignore defense and shields and directly attack people's souls. If a person with a weak soul is touched by the Shadow Killing Technique, he will become an idiot at best, or die on the spot at worst. It is really killing people invisibly!"

"I heard that the Shadow Killing Technique of the Icy Sect has been lost because it is too difficult to practice. Even the Sect Master of the Icy Sect does not know it. I didn't expect that Caleb would succeed in practicing it. It seems that from now on, the Icy Sect will regain its glory!"

"..."

Looking at the black figure floating above Caleb's head, the audience below the stage couldn't help whispering and were surprised.

Two hundred years ago, the Icy Sect was ranked among the top three in the world.

It was precisely because the Sect Master of that generation was proficient in the Shadow Killing Technique that almost no one dared to provoke him.

Because anyone who opposed him, regardless of his strength, would die unclearly, including many top masters.

After the death of the sect leader, the Icy Sect gradually weakened.

The reason is that the Shadow Killing Technique is too difficult to practice. If you are not careful, you will become an idiot.

So far, only Caleb has successfully practiced it in the entire Icy Sect.

But this is enough to prove that the Icy Sect will rise again.

"What is the Shadow Killing Technique? Is it powerful?"

In the audience, Violet tilted her head and looked a little curious.

Margaret next to her explained: "The Shadow Killing Technique is a secret method of cultivating the soul. It is very powerful. It is said that this technique can directly attack a person's soul and destroy a person's mind. Nothing can stop it. Unless the soul of the person being attacked is stronger than the caster, once attacked by the Shadow Killing Technique, there is only one way to die!"

"So scary?" Violet's eyelids jumped.

The strange attack that directly hits the soul is terrifying.

"How do you judge the strength of a person's soul?" Lily suddenly asked.

"It's impossible to judge." Margaret shook her head: "Any technique related to the soul is extremely difficult to practice. First, it requires innate understanding, and second, it requires strong willpower. Otherwise, it is easy to go astray. Looking at the entire martial arts world, there are less than five people who practice the secret technique of the soul."

"According to this, once the Shadow Killing Technique of the Icy Sect is released, won't it be invincible in the world?" Lily frowned.

"It's not that simple."

Margaret shook her head: "Although the Shadow Killing Technique is powerful, it is not without flaws. First of all, when the user performs the technique, the body cannot move. As long as the body is damaged, the technique can be successfully broken. Of course, generally speaking, the caster will not attack so openly because it is too risky. Now Caleb is forced into a desperate situation and can only give it a try."

"So that's the case." Lily nodded, feeling relieved.

If the Shadow Killing Technique is really unsolvable, then the Icy Sect will probably become a strong enemy of the World Martial Arts Association in the future.

"Big Black! Go to hell!"

Caleb suddenly shouted, then put his hands together, pointed his index and middle fingers at the Black King Kong in the distance.

The black figure above his head immediately pounced on him with bared fangs and claws, like a ghost, with an incomparable chill.


Chapter 2484: Why can you hurt me

The black figure was moving very fast. Wherever it passed, the ground was frozen and the air solidified. Within a radius of ten meters, it seemed as if it was trapped in a special space, and all objects seemed to be stagnant.

Black King Kong shuddered inexplicably, and a sense of crisis suddenly rose in his heart.

He did not dare to be arrogant, and immediately mobilized all his energy and punched the black figure in front of him.

"Boom!"

This punch was like thunder, extremely fast.

At the moment the fist was thrown, a red fist shadow as hot as a flame shot out and hit the black figure heavily.

However, unlike what Black King Kong expected, the red fist shadow did not defeat the black figure when it hit it, but passed through it without any hindrance.

It was as if it hit the air.

"Huh?" Black King Kong's pupils shrank, quite surprised.
He had never encountered such a strange attack, which could ignore the collision of energy. What on earth was that black figure?

Black King Kong's shoulders shook, and his muscles instantly tightened. A red light covered the surface of his black skin, forming a special protective film.

With his physical strength, no one could hurt him unless he was facing the top grandmaster of Dragon Country.

"Huh~!"

A gust of cold wind swept past.

The moment the black figure touched Black King Kong, it went straight through his body.

"Ah~!"

Black King Kong trembled all over, as if struck by lightning, and let out a painful howl.

His hands trembled, sweating, and his dark face was a little more strangely pale.

"You...what method did you use? Why can you hurt me?"


Chapter 2485: I'm going to kill you

Black King Kong was panting, angry, and shocked.

At this moment, he felt a splitting headache, as if there were thousands of needles stirring in his brain.

This kind of pain was not physical pain, but pain from the depths of the soul, which was irresistible and unbearable.

"Hehe... Black guy, aren't you arrogant? How are you now? The Shadow Killing Technique doesn't taste good, does it?" Caleb grinned, looking at him like a dead man.

The Shadow Killing Technique was his best trick, originally intended to be used when competing for the championship, so as to achieve the effect of surprise, but now he had to use it in advance.

And he also wanted to take this opportunity to make a name for himself.

"I'm going to kill you!"

Black King Kong roared, stood up despite the pain, and rushed towards Caleb frantically.

"Looking for death!"

Caleb snorted coldly, formed a seal with both hands, and pointed at Black King Kong again.

The black figure turned into a gust of cold wind, silently rushed towards Black King Kong, and then passed through his body.

The next second, Black King Kong's knees softened, and he knelt directly on the ground, with a splitting headache, sweating profusely, and gasping for breath.

"Ah~! My head is about to split!"

Black King Kong covered his head and wailed in pain.

Because of the severe pain, his body began to tremble constantly.

Although he was physically strong and invulnerable, he could not resist this attack that hit his soul directly.

"Good! Good fight! Kill this black guy!"

"As expected of the chief disciple of the Icy Sect, he is really powerful!"

"Is this the Shadow Killing Technique? It is really so terrifying!"

"......"


Chapter 2486: It is impossible

Looking at the Black King Kong kneeling on the ground and wailing in pain, the audience was surprised and awed.

In fact, they did not think highly of Caleb at first.

Especially after the Black King Kong ate the black iron raw, they felt that Caleb had little chance of winning.

But when Caleb performed the Shadow Killing Technique, everything changed.

The situation on the ring was completely reversed.

The originally fierce and invincible Black King Kong was beaten to pieces by Caleb's Shadow Killing Technique and had no power to fight back.

They also witnessed the power of the Shadow Killing Technique for the first time.

It can be expected that after two hundred years, the Icy Sect will rise again.

"This Shadow Killing Technique is truly extraordinary. A mere half-step Grandmaster can actually beat a sturdy body Training Grandmaster to the point of not being able to raise his head. This is an extremely rare example in the entire martial arts world."

In the main audience, Jeffery narrowed his eyes, as if thinking about something.

If he could get the training method of Shadow Killing Technique, he might be able to train a group of strong men who can kill people across levels for the World Martial Arts Association.

"What? Are you interested in the secret technique of the Icy Sect?"

Hank glanced at him and said sarcastically, "Two hundred years ago, many people had the same idea as you, and they successfully stole the Shadow Killing Technique, but guess why no one has succeeded in practicing it in the past two hundred years?"

"Why?" Jeffery asked back.


"Humph! Why should I tell you?" Hank curled his lips.

Jeffrey's eyes twitched, and he was a little angry.

"Because Shadow Killing Technique begins with inheritance, it can only be understood but not explained." Marlon next to him said lightly: "Without the memory of inheritance and without super comprehension, even if you get the practice method, it is impossible to practice successfully. So far, there are more than a hundred masters in the world who have gone astray because of practicing Shadow Killing Technique. Some died and some went crazy. In the end, no one dared to try it again."

"So that's how it is." Jeffery nodded.

He had only heard about Shadow Killing Technique and didn't know much.

Now after listening to Marlon's explanation, he realized that things were not simple. A powerful secret technique that has been lost for two hundred years is indeed not something that ordinary people can get involved in.
 
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The cultivation method I just acquired is written in sanskrit... I don't even understand a line and there's nobody to translate for me😢
 

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COME ON EMZEE, WHERE ARE YOU? WE HAVE BEEN WAITING.
 

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There's also another thread on this forum with English translation with slight difference in names.




 

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Chapter 2586: Phoenix Descending

As Abigail's foot touched the ground, she burst forth like a rocket, swiftly closing in on Black Kong, who was still airborne. With a fluid motion, she raised her long leg overhead and brought it down with axe-like force, striking Black Kong's back with a deafening "Boom!" The impact sent Black Kong plummeting towards the arena floor, his body spinning wildly.


Mid-air, a crimson fountain erupted from his mouth. The arena shook with a thunderous "Rumble!" as Black Kong's massive frame crashed into the ground, creating a human-shaped crater. Smoke billowed, and debris flew everywhere.


Black Kong's formidable defense couldn't withstand the devastating blow. His bones were shattered, his organs shifted, and he suffered grievous injuries. Against an ordinary master, his defense would be nearly impenetrable. But Abigail was no ordinary master – she was a GrandMaster who had awakened the Phoenix Bloodline!

Each punch and kick held crushing force capable of annihilating masters. Black Kong's ability to endure multiple blows without perishing was a testament to his exceptional resilience.


"It's far from over!" Abigail's demonic voice echoed in Black Kong's ears as he struggled to rise from the crater.


The next instant, her fist smashed into his face. "Boom!" Black Kong crumpled to the ground once more, the arena shuddering beneath him.


His face twisted, teeth scattered, and his vision blurred. Abigail loomed over him, her eyes icy.


"Trash!" "Boom!" Another punch landed.


"Think you can kill me?" "Boom!"


"With what skills?" "Boom!"


"What are you, even?" "Boom!"


Abigail's relentless barrage pounded Black Kong's face, her fists falling like torrential rain. Blood splattered everywhere. Initially, Black Kong showed some signs of life, but soon he lay motionless.


Chapter 2587: Brutal Domination

The only sound left was the relentless pounding of Abigail's fists against flesh: "Boom! Boom!"


Time lost all meaning until Abigail finally stopped. Covered in blood, she emerged from the crater, while Black Kong had long since succumbed to his injuries. His body was now unrecognizable – a gruesome mixture of flesh, blood, and shattered bones.


"Ugh! How vile!" Abigail spat on the corpse and wiped the blood from her face before nonchalantly walking off the arena.


The outcome was clear; no announcement was needed. The crowd's gaze fell upon Abigail's captivating face, and some men felt a chill run down their spines. Earlier, they had made light of her, but now, witnessing Black Kong's gruesome fate, they couldn't shake off the feeling of unease.


This woman showed no mercy once she struck. Black Kong's seemingly indestructible body was reduced to pulp. The thought sent shivers down their spines – they wouldn't dare underestimate her again.

"Bravo! Well done!" A lone voice pierced the silence, followed by thunderous applause and cheers.

"The Saintess of the Witchcraft Sect truly lives up to her reputation!"

"Ha! This is a proud moment for our Dragon Country!"

"That black giant was just a brute, daring to provoke our nation's warriors. He got what he deserved!"


The crowd's pent-up anger, kindled by Black Kong's earlier insults, was finally vented.


In the VIP section, Hank cracked a rare smile. "Master Morgan, your granddaughter is quite... ruthless. I must admit, I appreciate it."

Evelyn Morgan's expression remained serene. "That's not ruthless; if it were me, I'd have made him suffer an agonizing death. This was too easy for him."


Hank's smile faltered, and the others exchanged uneasy glances. They were reminded that Evelyn Morgan was the true embodiment of ruthlessness.


Chapter 2588: Unexpected Encounter

In a corner of the spectator seats, Father Adam furrowed his brow, his expression grave. He knew Black Kong's strength all too well – far superior to Bill Wolf, with his exceptional talents and genetic modifications. His physical power, defense, and speed had reached the pinnacle of human potential. Dragon Country's martial arts masters were no match for him.


Yet, he couldn't believe his eyes – Black Kong, the unstoppable force, had fallen to a woman. Not just defeated, but brutally pummeled to a pulp.


"Troubling indeed!" Father Adam narrowed his eyes, his face a picture of concern. The mission was proving more challenging than expected. Of the three who came, only he remained, a dire situation.


Fortunately, Dragon Country's top experts had already participated, so future opponents shouldn't be as formidable. Cautious progress would secure his spot in the top eight.


After the arena's repair, Drake announced, "The fourth match is about to begin. Please welcome contestants 4 and 13!"


Willa, contestant 4, rose from her seat, sword in hand, and walked towards the arena. Her victory in the Heavenly Gathering had propelled her into the top 16.


"Go, sister!" Lana cheered.


Reaching the top 8 would bring fame, recognition, and substantial rewards.


As Willa took her stance, a black-clad swordsman soon followed. His sharp eyes and stalwart figure reminded her of Finn Sanchez.


But then she froze.


"Senior Brother?"


Her opponent was , Lucas Myers her fellow Sword Sect disciple!


Lucas Myers's prowess was renowned within the sect, second only to Finn Sanchez. His swordsmanship was unmatched, though his low profile kept him out of the spotlight.


His impressive record included exchanging three blows with Sect Master Hank without defeat.


"What a coincidence, Junior sister" Lucas said, his voice laced with surprise.


Chapter 2589: A Wise Concession

Lucas smiled warmly. "Why don't we spar like old times?"


Willa shook her head, amused. "When have I ever won against you, Senior brother?"


Their swordsmanship wasn't comparable; Lucas Myers's expertise far surpassed hers.


"I concede," Willa said, bowing graciously. "No need to waste your time."


Lucas raised an eyebrow. "You're not one to give up easily, Junior sister."


Willa smiled. "This isn't an internal sect spar. Save your energy for tomorrow's formidable foes."


Lucas understood, nodding. "Thanks for the consideration, Junior sister."


"Good luck tomorrow, Senior brother," Willa said before departing the arena.


"Contestant 4 concedes, Contestant 13 wins!" Drake announced.


The crowd murmured, divided between disappointment and admiration.


"No fight at all! What a waste!"


"So spineless!"


"I think it's smart. No need to exhaust each other."


"This woman's got strategy; giving up her chance to advance."


Willa's concession sparked debate.


Drake moved on. "Next match! Please welcome contestants 5 and 12!"


A loud "Clang" echoed as a golden blade soared through the air, embedding itself in the arena with a resounding "Thud."


The crowd gasped, mesmerized by the gleaming knife.


Chapter 2590: The Formidable Crazy Wave

Before the contestant appeared, a knife fell from the sky, emitting a fierce aura.


"This knife looks familiar... I've seen it before."


"Isn't that the Golden Flame Knife of the Blood Mad Sect's leader?"


"Blood Mad Sect's leader? Isn't he past the age limit?"


"I heard he passed the Golden Flame Knife to his favorite disciple, Wesson, ranked 8th on the Heavenly Prodigy List!"


Amidst the murmurs, a black-clad figure emerged, landing on the arena with a loud "Boom!"


He was Wesson, the renowned warrior.


As the 8th-ranked expert on the Heavenly Pride List, his cultivation was profound, and his knife skills astonished all. Undefeated since his rise to fame.


"What a headache, running into this scourge."


In the spectator seats, Azalea looked at her number ball, stood up, and reluctantly walked to the arena.


Though the Saintess had given her valuable treasures, she lacked confidence.


Those treasures might work against ordinary sect masters but were unreliable against Wesson.


Determined not to disappoint the Saintess or shame the Witchcraft Sect, Azalea steeled herself.


"A woman?" Wesson raised an eyebrow, disappointed.


He craved a strong opponent from the Heavenly Prodigy List, not an unknown female.


Defeating a woman wouldn't earn him recognition.


"Azalea of the Witchcraft Sect, please teach me."


Azalea smiled, her beauty captivating the audience.


"Save yourself the trouble and concede."


Wesson's expression remained stoic, his eyes unwavering.


Beauty didn't move him; his knife was his true passion.


Chapter 2591: Clash of Power

Wesson remained unphased by Azalea's charms. "No time for romance; let's focus on the fight."


Azalea feigned vulnerability. "Since you insist, I'll endure. Please, don't hold back."


Wesson showed no emotion. "Don't expect mercy."


The audience, however, was captivated by Azalea's beauty.


The match began, and Azalea yielded, appearing harmless.


Wesson seized the initiative, summoning his Golden Flame Knife with a swift grab.


As he charged forward, his knife left a trail of sparks on the arena floor.


Azalea retaliated with "Heavenly Maiden Scatters Flowers," unleashing hundreds of hidden projectiles.


Wesson sneered, "Child's play!"


With a swift knife turn, he conjured a towering golden wave, engulfing the projectiles.


The wave surged, unfazed by the onslaught, and continued toward Azalea.


Its terrifying pressure sent shivers through the crowd.


Azalea's strategy was shattered.


Chapter 2592: Overwhelmed

Azalea's eyes widened as Wesson's golden tide engulfed her.


She hadn't expected such ferocity.


Without hesitation, she produced a crimson paper umbrella – the legendary Aethon Umbrella.


Its ancient symbols flashed, spinning wildly.


The crowd recognized the umbrella, once the treasured defense artifact of Luxin Sect.


"Attack!" Azalea pushed the umbrella forward.


A blood-red light shield enveloped her, deflecting Wesson's assault.


The shield trembled, its shape distorting under the relentless barrage.


Azalea, within the shield, focused on her seals, her face set in determination.


Sweat beaded on her forehead as Wesson's attacks tested her limits.


Even with the Aethon Umbrella, she struggled.


Wesson raised an eyebrow, intrigued.


With his keen insight, he saw Azalea was merely an average newly-minted master.


He hadn't expected her to have a defensive artifact.


"No need to hold back!" Wesson declared.


His golden long knife sliced through the air, unleashing a colossal blade energy.


The shield shattered, and the Aethon Umbrella fell, its light extinguished.


Azalea stumbled backward.


Wesson's advantage was clear; the outcome decided from the start.


Chapter 2593: Unexpected Turn

Azalea retreated, her face pale and lips bleeding, from Wesson's attack.


"You can't block my knife without the Aethon Umbrella!" Wesson declared.


Azalea swiftly pulled out a blue talisman and threw it at the golden blade energy.


A blue lightning bolt shot out, striking Wesson and sending him stumbling backward.


His clothes were tattered, hair charred.


Wesson's eyes widened in disbelief, staring at his wounded chest.


The blue lightning had caused significant damage.


The audience gasped.


"How did she injure Wesson?"


"Unbelievable! That woman's strength is remarkable!"


"Was that Infernal Mountain's divine talisman?"


"Exactly! Only their talismans could harm Wesson."


The crowd buzzed with questions.


Wesson's shock turned to anger.


Azalea's smile hinted at her unexpected advantage.


Abigail, in the spectator seats, grinned.


"Thanks, Little Master !" she said to Karson.


All eyes shifted to Karson.


Dragonmarsh's three giants –Hank, Jeffrey, Evelyn Morgan – and Infernal Mountain's new heavenly master, Marlon, stared at him.


Karson froze, sweating.


He regretted his gamble.


"Losing over a dozen divine talismans and being exposed... I'm in trouble."


Chapter 2594: Unleashing the Demon Blade

Wesson's expression darkened, "How did you obtain Infernal Mountain's divine talisman?"


Azalea smiled mischievously, "It's a secret."


She had received three talismans from the Holy Maiden and used one effectively.


Wesson snorted, "You think one talisman will defeat me? Foolish!"


He discarded his golden knife and drew a black, broken blade from his back.


The air around him shifted, enveloping him in dark, ominous energy.


"Wow! Wesson is going all out!"


"That knife looks eerie, filled with dark, evil energy!"


"Is that the legendary Demon Blade, one of the top ten famous knives in the world? It was said to be broken and sealed away!"


"Combined with Blood Mad Sect domineering knife technique, this is a terrifying combination! The Witchcraft Sect's disciple is in danger!"


The audience watched in awe and terror.


Using the Demon Blade was extremely challenging; its dark energy could drive users mad.


Yet Wesson seemed unfazed, fully controlling the blade.


"You've forced me to unleash the Demon Blade; even in death, you'll be glorious!" Wesson declared.


With a swift motion, he struck with the Demon Blade.


Simple, yet devastating.


Chapter 2595: Narrow Escape

As Wesson's Demon Blade struck, a dark, ink-like blade energy swept out, engulfing everything.


The air condensed, and the ground corroded wherever it passed.


Azalea swiftly activated her Aethon Umbrella, summoning a crimson wall to block the attack.


But the black blade energy effortlessly pierced the defense, shattering the umbrella.


Azalea retreated, unleashing a barrage of hidden weapons.


However, they disintegrated upon contact with the black blade energy.


Cornered, Azalea shouted, "I concede!"


A blue lightning bolt descended, striking the black blade energy and dispersing it.


Wesson's anger flared.


Just as he was about to deliver the final blow, Judge Drake appeared, shielding Azalea.


"12th contestant has conceded. No need to pursue," Drake stated calmly.


The rules were clear: victory by defeat, ring elimination, or concession.


Drake intervened, protecting Azalea.


Azalea thanked Drake, still shaken.


That blade was terrifying; without his intervention, she would've been doomed.


The gap between her and the top-ranked fighters was vast.


Even with powerful treasures, she couldn't compensate.


Fortunately, her quick thinking saved her.


Chapter 2596: The Next Challenger

Wesson glared at Azalea, then left the stage, his pride wounded.


Winning against a weaker opponent brought no honor, and he'd been injured.


This was the first time he'd been so thoroughly embarrassed since gaining fame.


Though the divine talisman was unexpected, he'd undeniably lost face.


Determined to redeem himself, Wesson vowed to defeat any Witchcraft Sect disciple he'd face tomorrow.


Judge Drake declared Wesson the winner, and the audience applauded.


Azalea returned to her seat, apologizing to Abigail.


"It's okay, living is what matters," Abigail reassured her.

"Please Invite Contestants No 6 and No 11 to stage" The next match began, and Zhang Qi Zheng announced the contestants.

"Hahahahaha, it's finally my turn"

Suddenly, a loud laugh echoed through the arena, followed by a cyan figure appearing and disappearing in the air.


The crowd gasped in awe.


"What was that? Instant teleportation?"


"Too fast, couldn't see clearly."


"That's likely a 'shrinking distance' technique, allowing the user to blink between locations within a certain range."


The audience marveled at the mysterious display.


This tournament showcased incredible talents and techniques.


The outcome remained uncertain until the very end.


The cyan figure reappeared on the stage, challenging their opponent.


"Where's my opponent? Come forth and fight!"


Chapter 2597: The Battle Between Two Titans

The cyan-robed man stood tall, his presence commanding attention.


"I apologize for the wait!" a clear voice rang out.


Zion , a stunningly handsome man in white, appeared, floating across the distance.


"Harmonious Sect disciple, Zion, at your service!" He bowed gracefully.


His ethereal aura and beauty captivated the audience.


Even Violet, renowned for her beauty, was astonished.


Zion's looks were unmatched, rivaling hers.


The cyan-robed man, Kooper, seemed displeased.


"Zion? Never heard of you."


Zion smiled, "May I inquire about your esteemed name?"


"I am Kooper, no sect or clan," the man replied proudly.


Zion eyes lit up, "Ah, Kooper, ranked 10th on the Prodigy List! Honored to meet you."

Kooper had concealed his identity earlier.


The audience buzzed with excitement.


"Looks like Kooper is quite formidable."


"Ranking 10th on Prodigy List isn't easy."


"I heard Kooper masters mysterious arts, unpredictable tactics."


"This will be an exciting battle!"


Kooper smirked, "Now that you know my name, why hesitate? Concede and save us time."


Zion chuckled, "I've come too far to yield. I'll give it my all."


Kooper sneered, "You think you can defeat me? You underestimate the Heavenly Prodigy List's caliber!"


In his eyes, Zion was delusional.


Chapter 2598: Elusive Foe

Zion smiled calmly, "The prodigy list experts are unparalleled, but we can't yield without a fight. I'll give it my all."


Kooper sneered, "Since you're so reckless, come then. I'll see your skills."


Zion bowed and struck with his Ice Frost Palm, a swift and deadly blow.


The palm wind froze the air and ground, showcasing the technique's fearsome power.


Legend had it that Ice Frost Palm could petrify or even kill with a single hit.


Zion aimed to defeat Kooper with his strongest move.


However, his attack hit only a shadow.


Kooper reappeared behind Zion, chuckling, "Your speed is too slow."


Zion spun around and attacked again, faster and more forceful.


Kooper dismissed his efforts, "Futile."


The second palm struck air, generating a deafening boom.


Kooper's voice came from another direction, "Where are you hitting? I'm here."


Zion located Kooper by sound and countered with another swift palm.


However, Kooper vanished again.


"Too slow! You'll never touch me," Kooper teased, his shadow dancing around the stage.


Zion's attacks continued to miss, frustrated by Kooper's elusive movements.


Kooper's speed and agility proved overwhelming.


Chapter 2599: Turning the Tables

Kooper's unpredictable movements, akin to instantaneous teleportation, rendered Zion's attacks futile.


The audience watched in awe, recognizing the vast power gap.


"Unbelievable! His movement skills are unmatched."


"Threatening Zion with just his agility? Impressive."


"Some people just can't accept defeat. Why suffer such humiliation?"


In the spectator seats, Lana worried about Zion struggles.


"Big sister, Zion's situation looks grim. He'll lose soon."


Willa nodded, "Although Zion is talented, he can't compare to the monsters on the Heavenly Prodigy List."


The top-ranked geniuses overshadowed others.


On the stage, Kooper continued to toy with Zion.


"Come on, faster! Don't Make me wait!"


Zion remained silent, intensifying his assault.


Suddenly, Kooper's words were cut off by a swift palm strike.


For once, Kooper's body hadn't fully solidified after reappearing, leaving him vulnerable.


Zion seized the moment, landing a powerful blow.


Kooper's body flew backward.


The crowd gasped.


Zion's relentless attacks finally paid off.


Kooper's smirk faltered.


The tide of the battle shifted.


2600: Counterattack

Kooper was stunned by the palm strike.


He felt his qi and blood congeal, his body numb and immobile, unable to circulate his qi.


Zion's Ice Frost Palm had instantly paralyzed him.


Despite Kooper's exceptional strength, he couldn't avoid the attack.


The audience gasped in shock.


"This is impossible! He actually got hit!"


"Must be luck. Even a blind cat can catch a dead mouse sometimes."


They thought the outcome was certain, with Kooper dominating.


But this unexpected turn of events shifted the momentum.


As Kooper lost control, Zion seized the opportunity.


He swiftly closed in and struck again.


Kooper's eyes widened, but before he could react, another palm struck his chest.


His body crashed onto the stage, sending up dust and debris.


The audience erupted into cheers.


Kooper spat out blood, his hair disheveled, clothes tattered.


He underestimated Zion's quick counterattack.


With his instant teleportation ability, Kooper's physical defense was weak.


Two palms had left him severely injured and disoriented.


Before he could catch his breath, Zion struck again.


A icy aura enveloped Kooper, and a massive palm shadow descended.


"This is too much!" Kooper fumed.


Facing imminent defeat, he risked damaging his meridians to summon a protective shield.

A deafening crash ensued.


Chapter 2601: Triple Shadow Split

The white palm shadow heavily struck Kooper's protective shield, unleashing a massive energy wave. The shield lasted only a second before shattering. That brief moment saved Kooper's life.

As the white palm shadow pressed down, Kooper finally regained control of his body and executed the Instant Teleportation technique. The palm shadow blasted into the deep pit, producing a deafening roar that shook the entire arena.

Kooper reappeared 50 meters away, spitting out blood. Previously, his meridians were ice-sealed, and forcibly circulating his Qi to protect himself had damaged many meridians, exacerbating his injuries and affecting his future cultivation.


"Fortunately, the damage is bearable compared to taking that palm strike," Kooper thought.


Zion couldn't help but feel disappointed. "Pity." He had hoped to swiftly end the battle, but Kooper chose to sacrifice some meridians instead.


"Amazing! Kooper is severely injured! This is unexpected!" someone exclaimed.


"The so-called Heaven's Pride expert is utterly humiliated!" another spectator jeered.


Some onlookers believed Kooper's wounds resulted from underestimating Zion.


Kooper's ferocious gaze locked onto Zion, his eyes filled with killing intent. "You've enraged me, awakening a fierce beast!"


Zion remained silent, observing Kooper as his Qi continued to flow.


"I'll show you the consequences of angering me!" Kooper roared, his body suddenly splitting into three.


Each of the three Kooper's transformed again, creating nine identical figures. The nine Kooper's surrounded Zion, attacking from multiple directions.


"Die!"


Chapter 2602: Frenzied Attack

"Die!" Nine Kooper's roared simultaneously, launching a relentless assault on Zion. Their shadows darted around the arena, making it impossible to distinguish between real and fake.


Zion swiftly activated his Qi, conjuring a white protective shield around himself.


"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom..." The shield formed just in time to withstand the barrage of punches, each strike causing the shield to tremble.


Kooper's fury intensified, his fists pounding the shield like a stormy sea. "You think you can block me? I'll tear you apart!"


Humiliated by his injuries, Kooper sought to reclaim his dominance.


Zion focused on maintaining his shield, calling upon his Qi to reinforce its strength. He couldn't discern the real Kooper among the duplicates.


As the assault continued, Zion's shield began to falter.


"This is insane! Who can withstand his combined Instant Teleportation and clone technique?" someone exclaimed.


"Indeed, a Heaven's Pride expert is truly exceptional! Despite his injuries, he still unleashes terrifying power!" another spectator marveled.


Some pitied Zion, who had almost won but was now struggling.


"The Harmonious Sect disciple is in trouble!" Lana fretted.


Willa shook her head. "Kooper has unleashed his full strength as a Heaven's Pride expert. His Instant Teleportation and clone technique make him nearly unbeatable. Zion's defense won't suffice."


Unless Zion had an ace up his sleeve...


"Die! Die! Die! Go die!" Kooper's enraged roar echoed through the arena.


Chapter 2603: Counterattack

Kooper's frenzy intensified, unleashing a maelstrom of punches and shadows upon Zion's protective shield. Cracks spread across the shield like spider webs.


Emboldened, Kooper struck harder, determined to shatter the shield and instantly kill Zion.


Zion, facing crisis, closed his eyes. Kooper's clone technique and teleportation made it impossible to track him visually; only immense perception could capture his subtle trajectory.


As kooper onslaught continued, the shield's cracks deepened. With a final, mighty punch, the shield shattered.


Seizing the opportunity, Kooper's clones and main body targeted Zion's vital spots.


Just then, Zion opened his eyes and countered with a single finger, unleashing destructive force that warped the surrounding space.


Kooper's fist crashed onto Zion, who was sent flying over 10 meters, sliding several meters before stopping.


Zion's mouth and nose bled profusely, clearly severely injured.


Meanwhile, Kooper remained motionless, his face etched with shock and disbelief.


His clones and shadows vanished, leaving only his main body standing.


"You...how did you...?" Kooper stuttered, pointing at Zion, before coughing up blood and collapsing unconscious.


Chapter 2604: Stunned Silence

The entire arena fell silent, with all eyes fixed on Kooper's unconscious body. The outcome left everyone stunned.


Just moments before, Kooper held the upper hand, pounding Zion's shield. But in an instant, Kooper collapsed.


The sudden turn of events left the audience dumbfounded.


"What just happened? How did Kooper lose?" someone asked.


"This is absurd! One second he's winning, the next he's defeated!" another spectator exclaimed.


"The twists and turns in this match are mind-boggling!" someone else remarked.


The silence gave way to a flurry of excited chatter.


"How did Zion win?" Lana asked, eyes wide with wonder.


"Unbelievable!" Willa beautiful eyes sparkled with surprise. "Zion seized the opportunity and turned the tables!"

Others shared similar reactions, stunned by the unexpected outcome.

"Doctor Dustin, your friend is incredible, defeating Kooper against all odds!" someone exclaimed.


Violet and others nodded in agreement, acknowledging Kooper's superior strength.


"Kooper underestimated his opponent, giving Zion chances," Aaron remarked.


"He may not have shown extraordinary strength, but Zion's ability to seize opportunities is remarkable. His precision in capturing fleeting weaknesses is rare," Aaron added, having closely observed the battle.


Zion's victory hinged on identifying Kooper's true body among the clones.


Chapter 2605: A Deserved Victory

Zion's triumph wasn't just luck; it was a testament to his exceptional strength. Identifying Kooper's true body amidst clones, predicting its landing spot, and seizing the fleeting opportunity – all demonstrated his remarkable abilities.


Kooper's defeat was well-deserved, as his injuries and relatively weaker physique made him vulnerable to Zion's counterattack.


Zion let out a relieved sigh on the arena stage, his tense nerves unwinding.


"That was close," he thought. "If I hadn't detected Kooper's subtle weakness, I'd have had no chance."


Kooper's clone technique and teleportation made him formidable. This victory had a significant element of luck.


"Ranking tenth on the Heaven's Pride List, Kooper was already a formidable foe. I dread thinking about the strength of those ranked higher."


Zion had achieved his goal by advancing to the top eight, bringing honor to Harmonious Sect.


The sixth match concluded, and the seventh began. Ethan of Green mystic Sect faced Harrison of Truth Sect. Both were renowned talents from prestigious sects.


The battle commenced, with neither showing mercy. Various unusual tactics unfolded as they fought fiercely, each concerned with their sect's reputation.


After intense combat, Ethan emerged victorious but badly injured.


The seventh match concluded, and the eighth began.


"The eighth and final match today: please welcome contestants 8 and 9!" Drake's voice announced.


Dustin stretched, then walked onto the stage.


"I knew it," he thought, anticipating his opponent.


It was Father Adam, the foreign cultivator from the Western Temple!


Chapter 2606: Confronting Adam

"Go, Dr. Dustin! Fight!" Violet and her sister cheered, sparking a chorus of support from the crowd.


Dustin's popularity soared after his victory over the Blood Clan, and now, facing another foreign opponent, the audience rallied behind him.


Dragon Country's people united against external foes, setting aside internal conflicts.


As Dustin took the stage, Father Adam, the ninth contestant, emerged. Unlike Bill Wolf and Black Kong George, Father Adam, known as the Angel's Dust, seemed unassuming.


However, Dustin recognized the facade. Among Western Temple's three experts, Adam was the strongest.


"I sense you're a formidable opponent. Winning won't be easy," Adam said, his gaze locked onto Dustin.


Dustin smiled coldly. "You'll be lucky to leave alive."


Adam chuckled. "You're confident, but can you back it up?"


"Let's find out," Dustin replied, unfazed.


Adam sneered, transforming his body. Black scales covered him like armor, concealing vulnerabilities.


His arms morphed into razor-sharp black blades, similar to Black Kong's weapons.


Adam's genetic modifications surpassed Black Kong's, making him a more formidable foe.


Chapter 2607: Adam's Fierce Assault

Adam's body fused the advantages of dozens of species, enhancing his speed, strength, defense, reaction, recovery, and senses.


He was a nearly perfect killing machine, with no weaknesses.


"Show me your weapons," Father Adam said, arms spreading, knife blades scraping the ground with ease.


"You'll see them when you're dead," Dustin replied, smiling.


Father Adam's expression darkened. "Arrogant!"


The match began, and Father Adam charged like an arrow, attacking first.


His peak physical state and acute senses allowed him to detect any weakness.


"Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!"
Dustin flicked his wrist, launching three silver needles.


Two targeted Adam's eyes; one aimed for his heart.


Father Adam didn't flinch, swinging his knives to deflect the needles.


The third needle struck his chest, but Father Adam's scales deflected it, sparking on impact.


The needle bent and fell, harmless.


"Interesting," Dustin said, intrigued.


His silver needles, effective against ordinary martial artists, had no effect on Father Adam.


Adam closed in, knife blades slashing toward Dustin's neck, bearing destructive energy.


"Die!" Father Adam shouted.


Dustin's eyes narrowed, focus intensifying.

Chapter 2608: Father Adam's Regeneration

Facing Father Adam's slashing knife, Dustin calmly extended two fingers, clamping the blade.


The knife halted, emitting a soft hum and radiating cold light.


Father Adam's eyes widened in shock. His knife, capable of cutting iron like mud, had been stopped by just two fingers.


"Is he also a genetically modified monster?" Father Adam wondered.


Before Adam could react, Dustin twisted his fingers.


The knife snapped, its sound echoing.


Father Adam's eyebrows furrowed, but he swiftly swung another knife at Dustin's head.


Dustin repeated his move, clamping and twisting, breaking the second knife.


Father Adam stumbled back, his knives shattered.


"You have more tricks?" Dustin asked.


"Everything's just beginning!" Father Adam declared, arms spreading wide.


His broken knives began to regenerate at an alarming rate, restoring themselves within moments.


Father Adam's body, infused with dozens of powerful species' genes, included the Blood Clan's enhanced recovery abilities.


"Impressive," Dustin said, eyes narrowing.


Father Adam's regeneration speed surpassed Black Kong's.

"Here I come again!" Father Adam charged forward, unfazed.


Dustin prepared for the next attack, intrigued by Father Adam's abilities.


Chapter 2609: Adam's Transformation

Father Adam swung his arms, slashing two knives toward Dustin's neck like giant scissors.


Dustin swiftly closed the distance, landing a powerful punch on Father Adam's chest.


The impact shattered Father Adam's scales, creating a bloody crater.


Father Adam flew back, but quickly regained footing, performing a backward flip.


Examining his chest, Father Adam furrowed his brow. Dustin's strength exceeded his expectations.


Father Adam realized Dustin was more formidable than Aaron, the fifth-ranked Heaven's Prodigy List cultivator.


To end the fight quickly, Father Adam activated his third transformation.


His body expanded, muscles bulging, scales turning red, and his face contorted into a beastly visage.


Two crimson horns sprouted from his head, and a lizard-like tail grew from his lower back.


The crowd gasped in horror.


"What the...? This is terrifying!"


"He's an actual demon!"


"Dustin's in trouble; this monster looks incredibly powerful!"


"How can he transform like that?!"


The sudden transformation stunned everyone.


Father Adam's previous form, though unusual, retained human features.


Now, he was a towering, three-meter monster with red scales, sharp claws, and jagged teeth.


His demonic appearance sent shivers down spectators' spines.


Would Dustin be able to withstand this monstrous foe?


Chapter 2610: Clash of Titans

After transforming into a demon, Father Adam's aura underwent a profound transformation. The air around him pulsed with blood energy, his face twisted into a ferocious visage, yet his eyes remained icy and unyielding.

The audience felt an overwhelming pressure emanating from his very presence, as if a superior deity was gazing down upon them. The sensation was indescribable, yet unmistakable.


"You've forced me to unleash my third form," Father Adam declared, his voice now low and menacing. "You should be proud."

His hand morphed into a dry, razor-sharp claw, and his scarlet eyes locked onto Dustin with an unnerving intensity.

Dustin's expression remained steadfast. "You look intimidating, but let's see how you fight."

Father Adam's cruel smile twisted his face. "You'll soon understand the consequences of angering me."


"I'm not interested in talking," Dustin retorted. "Come at me."

"I'll send you to hell!" Father Adam snarled, vanishing and reappearing before Dustin in an instant.

His claw slashed through the air, leaving a trail of chilling glow.

The audience gasped. "Too fast!"

But Dustin countered Adam's attack with lightning speed. A simple yet powerful punch collided with Father Adam's claw, unleashing a deafening explosion that shook the air.

The impact sent both fighters stumbling backward, their footsteps leaving deep impressions in the ground.


As they regained their footing, their eyes met in a moment of mutual surprise.


Dustin hadn't anticipated Father Adam's transformed strength to be so formidable.


Father Adam, too, reevaluated Dustin's power, recognizing that his opponent's abilities far transcended human limitations.


Chapter 2611: Frenzied Clash


The two combatants remained silent, pausing briefly before charging at each other once more. Their intense collision had begun.


Since their strength was evenly matched, they would contest speed, defense, reaction, recovery, and combat skills. Many factors would decide the outcome; power was just one aspect.


"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom..." Their bodies intertwined on the arena, each punch and kick carrying terrifying force. The arena bore the brunt, with craters and fissures forming.

The aftermath of their battle radiated outward, resembling a catastrophic landslide or tsunami.

To safeguard the audience, Judge Drake activated the protective barrier, enveloping the entire arena.


While ordinary spectators couldn't perceive it, Drake recognized that both Dustin and Father Adam had reached the Ultimate GrandMaster's realm.


Ultimate Grand Masters clashed differently; their battles were far more ferocious. One misstep could result in massive casualties.


"Dustin's ability to trade blows with this monster is impressive!"


"Shouldn't Dustin qualify for the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings?"


"If he wins, he'll surely secure a spot. But if he loses, his life will be forfeit."


The audience watched, mesmerized and discussing:


"Dustin and Father Adam's speed is breathtaking! Who's stronger?"


"This battle surpasses all previous ones in intensity and destruction."


"Even Judge Drake activated the barrier prematurely, a first!"


They wondered who would emerge victorious, but an ominous feeling lingered.


Father Adam's monstrous transformation granted him superior strength, speed, and durability.


Unlike Dustin, Father Adam was impervious to exhaustion, his energy replenishing with each strike.


As the battle raged on, Dustin's human limitations would eventually succumb to Father Adam's relentless onslaught.


The crowd held onto hope, praying Dustin had an ace up his sleeve to turn the tide.

Otherwise, the consequences would be dire!


Chapter 2612: Unleashing True Power


On the arena, Dustin countered Father Adam's attacks, defending against each blow and retaliating in kind. However, his strikes barely harmed Father Adam.

Father Adam's red scales proved far harder than his previous black scales, complemented by his monstrous physique, making him nearly invulnerable.


Dustin's punches and kicks merely produced a hollow "boom" upon impact, inflicting minimal damage.


Even targeting Father Adam's weak spots and shattering his scales wouldn't decide the outcome, given Father Adam's terrifying recovery abilities.


Father Adam could heal from grave injuries, including a pierced chest, in mere breaths.


Dustin realized that continuing this way was futile and would only drain his energy, potentially giving Father Adam an opening.

The current stalemate required a new strategy; swords would be necessary to claim victory.

Meanwhile, Father Adam was equally impressed and frustrated.


"Difficult foe indeed. To defeat him, I must evolve into my final form!"


Normally, his third form sufficed to annihilate enemies, but Dustin's strength had Father Adam reevaluating.


Father Adam decided to unlock his full potential, disregarding the risks.


With a fierce collision, both fighters retreated, each lost in thought.


Father Adam initiated his transformation, unleashing a surge of bloodline power.


Two fleshy protrusions emerged on his back, rapidly growing and piercing through his skin.


In an instant, these growths transformed into colossal bat wings, spanning nearly ten meters wide.


Their majestic spread eclipsed the sun, radiating an aura of dread.


Father Adam's new form resembled the legendary Demon King.


His mere presence exuded overwhelming pressure, striking fear into the hearts of onlookers.


Chapter 2613: Ascending Fury


"Damn it! He's transformed again! Is this guy unstoppable?!" The audience erupted into chaos as Father Adam's sudden change left them stunned.


Some couldn't help but curse aloud.


"This priest's aura has risen to another level; he's becoming increasingly terrifying. Dustin in trouble!" Lily expression turned grim as she watched the shifting landscape.


She rooted for Dustin, but Father Adam's transformations made him formidable.


His strength now bordered on the unimaginable.


Dustin's survival, let alone victory, seemed a blessing from above.


"I must admit, Western experts, combined with genetic modification, can transcend human limits," Aaron said, shaking his head.

He had confidence in beating Father Adam after his third transformation.

Now, he had no assurance.

Unless Dustin broke through, there was no hope.


Father Adam, now demonic, spread his wings and soared into the air.


"Despicable human, you've enraged me! I'll tear you apart!"


Forced to reveal his full potential, Father Adam vowed to annihilate Dustin.


"Is that so? Let's see if you have the capability," Dustin retorted, extending his hand.

"Azure Sky sword!"


A black flash crossed the sky.


A black longsword descended from the heavens, landing precisely in Dustin's hand.


Its dark, icy aura emanated an ominous energy.


"Azure Sky Sword? Could it be... him?" A few spectators recognized the sword and gasped in shock.


The sword's reputation preceded it, listed on the Divine Weapon Rankings.


Those who recognized the Sky Sword linked it to its wielder.


"Scoff! Do you think a single sword can stop me?" Father Adam sneered.


"I'll show you the true meaning of fear!"


With a blood-curdling scream, Father Adam plunged from the sky.


His speed and ferocity rivaled a falling star.

The arena trembled, anticipating the collision.


Chapter 2614: Annihilation


As Father Adam descended, Dustin made a swift gesture, unleashing his sword with lightning speed.


"Whoosh!" A black sword aura shot out, tearing through the sky with unmatched momentum, bearing an unstoppable destructive force.


Father Adam's expression changed; his refined senses detected the devastating energy within the sword.


He knew that if struck, his life would be forfeit.


Without hesitation, Father Adam abandoned his attack, instinctively flapping his wings to dodge.


However, Dustin's sword was faster.


As Father Adam sidestepped, the black sword aura pierced through, drawing forth a cascade of blood and painting half the sky crimson.


Father Adam shrieked in agony.


His shoulder, arm, and wing were ripped apart, his blood raining down.


Stumbling, Father Adam crashed onto the arena.


A single sword strike had crippled half his body.


"You...how did you become so powerful?!" Father Adam asked, his face etched with terror, disregarding his wounds.


With the sword, Dustin transformed; his presence became that of a harbinger of death.


Most frightening was the sword's ability to suppress Father Adam's regenerative powers.


His wounds wouldn't heal rapidly as before.


"You've impressed me, but it ends here," Dustin said, raising his Sky Sword.


"Wait! I concede..." Adam panicked, but Dustin's second sword aura already approached.

Its destructive energy silenced all.

Father Adam's desperate cry echoed through the arena.

The next instant, the black sword aura pierced him, and his body froze before explosively shattering into a bloody, flesh-filled spectacle that engulfed the entire arena.

The crowd fell silent, awestruck and speechless.


Chapter 2615: Unprecedented Dominance


The crowd stared in awe, faces filled with incredulity.


No one expected Dustin to be so formidable with his sword, exceeding all expectations.


Father Adam, with wings, had boosted his strength and gained flight capabilities.


His agility and charging power had increased multiple-fold.


Everyone thought Dustin would be helpless against this enhanced Father Adam.


Yet, Dustin not only held his ground but effortlessly slaughtered Father Adam with just two swords.


The once-invincible "Demon King" Father Adam was now a mess of blood and flesh.


"Amazing!"


"My god! Did I just see that? The monster's gone?"


"Terrifying! I've never seen such a powerful sword!"


"Two swords to slay the demon! Unbelievable!"


"I underestimated him. He's the biggest dark horse in this competition!"


"Who is he? Why haven't I seen him before?"


"I won't accept the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings without him!" Willa exclaimed.


The audience erupted into chaos after a brief silence.


Their gazes at Dustin held surprise, awe, curiosity, and admiration.


As a Dragon Country citizen, Dustin's victory brought glory to their nation.


"I declare 8th contestant Dustin the winner!" Drake's voice thundered.


Even the usually composed judge was shocked.


He felt that even he might not withstand those two swords.


Dustin's youthful prowess marked him as a prodigy.


"Great! Doctor Dustin won!" Lily and her sister cheered.


Margaret, seated nearby, breathed a sigh of relief.


Aaron's eyes locked onto Dustin, his brow furrowed in astonishment.


Those two swords resonated with a familiar aura.


He recalled the person he met in Stonia last year.


Heavenly Prodigy Rankings' top-ranked Logan Rhys!


"Could it be him?" Aaron wondered.


Chapter 2616: Emerging Champions


"This competition just got interesting. It won't be dull after all." Finn Sanchez, a Sword Sect representative, narrowed his eyes, his usually stoic face showing rare interest.


As a swordsman, his greatest thrill was challenging formidable foes.


The stronger the opponent, the more excited he became.


Dustin's performance had caught his attention.


Those two swift and deadly sword strikes, with sword energy rivaling his own, made Dustin a worthy opponent.


Such a formidable swordsman was the perfect whetstone to hone his skills.


Finn Sanchez wasn't the only one who thought so.


Dustin's stunning defeat of Father Adam had captivated the audience, transforming him into a dark horse.


In most people's eyes, Dustin had emerged as a top contender, capable of reaching the top three.


His value skyrocketed as major sects and clans extended lucrative offers.

They sought to cultivate this exceptional talent into a dominant force.


However, attracting Dustin was one thing; succeeding was another.

The tournament's round of 16 concluded with Dustin's triumph.

All three foreign challengers were defeated, their fates sealed.


This competition had been full of unexpected twists and turns.


No one could predict the outcome until the very end.


Dustin, Karson, and Zion were the dark horses.


Initially underestimated, they emerged victorious in spectacular fashion.


Besides these three, the other contestants showcased their unique strengths.


After rigorous elimination, the strongest eight remained.


Tomorrow, the true champion would be crowned among these eight.


This title held more value than the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings.


While the rankings estimated a warrior's strength based on various factors, the arena competition was a genuine test of martial prowess.


No room for deception; only the strongest would reign supreme.


As night descended upon Infernal Mountain, the lively atmosphere subsided.


The top eight contestants either conserved energy or secretly plotted, preparing hidden aces.


Chapter 2617: Critical Moment

Tomorrow's competition was crucial, with all factions focusing on the top three spots. The eight remaining contestants aimed to make a name for themselves in the martial arts world.


The forces backing these contestants were equally tense, knowing that securing a top three position would bring substantial rewards and bolster their sect's reputation.

To ensure success, each faction brought out their trump cards, bestowing them upon their disciples.

In a secluded mountain villa thirty kilometers from Infernal Mountain, Bear King Billy indulged in a lavish feast.


Noel, the main god of the Temple of Gods, rushed in with an urgent expression.


"Billy, our A plan has failed!" Noel announced gravely. "The three experts we sent to challenge Dragon Country's warriors have been annihilated, with no survivors."


Billy's expression darkened upon hearing the news.


"Are you certain? Even Father Adam was killed?" Billy asked, his voice laced with anger.


Noel nodded solemnly. "I've brought their mutilated bodies back. Would you like to see them?"

When the bodies were brought in, Billy's face turned livid as he gazed upon the gruesome remains.


Black Kong, Dark Prince Billwolf, and Angel Dust Father Adam were unrecognizable, their bodies reduced to mangled flesh.


Only Black Kong had his lower body remaining intact, his upper half obliterated.


"How did this happen?!" Billy thundered, enraged.


He couldn't fathom how his carefully selected experts had fallen so brutally.


It was a humiliating defeat.


Chapter 2618: An Unexpected Turn

"According to our investigation, Black Kong was killed by the Holy Maiden of the Witchcraft Sect, while Dark Prince and Angel Dust were slain by a man named Dustin" Hayden explained.


The Temple of Gods had suffered a significant setback.


Their original plan was to win the championship and secretly steal the Dragon Country's treasures, severing their destiny.


However, their A plan had failed miserably.


"Who is this Dustin?" Bear King Billy asked, his expression darkening.


Billy was familiar with the Witchcraft Sect's Holy Maiden, Abigail, Dragon Country's second-ranked expert.


Black Kong's defeat at her hands wasn't surprising.


But Dustin's name was unknown to him.


Father Adam, known as Angel Dust, was equivalent to a Dragon Country's Ultimate GrandMaster.


Even the Witchcraft Sect's Holy Maiden might not have been able to defeat him.


How could an unknown person like Dustin kill two of their experts?


"Dustin's identity is mysterious, and his background is unclear," Noel continued. "But I have met him before, we can recruit him."

Noel suggested recruiting Dustin, citing his impressive strength.


Billy considered the proposal.


"If we can recruit Dustin and make him serve our Temple of Gods, it would be immensely beneficial," Noel advised.


"But can we trust him?" Billy asked, his eyes narrowing.


Noel revealed his prior encounter with Dustin, who had unknowingly been used as a pawn.


Billy pondered the risks and benefits of recruiting Dustin.


"Is this Dustin trustworthy? We can't afford to invite a wolf into our fold," Billy cautioned.


Dustin's rise to the top eight would attract attention from various Dragon Country factions.


Convincing him to betray his country wouldn't be easy.


Even if Dustin agreed, his loyalty would remain uncertain.


Chapter 2619: A Sinister Plan


"Don't worry, Bear King. I'm confident I can recruit Dustin to our side," Noel said with a smile, revealing a vial of poison.


"This Poison, specifically designed for Dragon Country's experts, guarantees loyalty. Without my antidote, they'll die in three days." Billy's eyes lit up.


"Excellent! I didn't know you had a plan. Handle this, and don't disappoint me."


Using poison to control Dragon Country warriors was effective, as few would risk their lives.


But how many people were willing to gamble with their lives?


"Yes, sir!" Noel bowed and departed.


Given Dustin's impressive strength, recruiting him was worth any cost.


...

As night fell, Dustin was intercepted by Noel while heading to his room.


"Brother Dustin!" Noel approached with a smile.


"Elder Noel!" Dustin recognized him.


"May I have a word?" Noel asked, his voice low.


Dustin invited him in.


"Please, have a seat."


Inside, Dustin poured tea for them both and asked, "What brings you here tonight, Elder Noel?"


"First, congratulations on making it to the top eight. You're truly remarkable."


Noel's tone shifted.


"However, your actions today foiled our Temple of Gods' plans."


"Really? How so?" Dustin feigned surprise.


Noel leaned in.


"Those two foreign contestants you defeated were our people."


Dustin's eyes widened.


"Impossible! I had no idea. If I knew, I wouldn't have struck so hard."


He shook his head, pretending regret.


Dustin's acting skills were impeccable.


Chapter 2620: A Tempting Offer

"Brother Dustin, I didn't expect you to be so understated, able to defeat our Temple of Gods' experts. It's truly astonishing." Noel gazed deeply at Dustin, smiling.


"I'm not here to seek revenge or punishment. The two men were simply outmatched."


Dustin exhaled, relieved.


"Since you're not here to cause trouble, what brings you?" he asked.


Noel's smile widened.


"To be frank, Brother Dustin, your performance has caught our God-King's attention. He wishes for you to formally join our Temple of Gods and aid us in our great endeavor."


"Join the Temple of Gods?" Dustin hesitated.


"I'm just a humble, unrefined warrior. I don't deserve such an honor."


Noel chuckled.


"Modesty becomes you, Brother Dustin. Talent like yours is welcomed with open arms. I assure you, joining us will grant you priority cultivation, unlimited resources, and every advantage."


The Temple of Gods' vast network spanned the globe, with unparalleled wealth and resources.


Noel's confidence was palpable.


"Thank you for the offer, but I value my freedom. I'm not suited for constraints."


Noel set his teacup down, his expression serious.


"Don't decline hastily, Brother Dustin. I promise that, as a member, you'll retain your autonomy. Enjoy unrestricted freedom, with no obligation to report to me. Plus, I'll grant you God-Guard level authority and resources."


"God-Guard? That sounds impressive, What does it entails" Dustin asked, intrigued.


"In your Dragon Country terms, it's equivalent to a respected Sect Elder. God-Guards wield immense power, second only to the God-King. They're revered within our Temple."


"It sounds appealing," Dustin nodded.


Noel's tone shifted.


"While God-Guards enjoy freedom and power, they must occasionally serve the Temple's interests. It's necessary for maintaining credibility."


Chapter 2621: Poisonous Loyalty

"The Temple of Gods doesn't cuddle idle people. You want benefits without obligations? That's unrealistic." Dustin's expression remained unchanged.


"I'd rather you be straightforward, Elder Noel. What's it you really want'?"


Noel continued, "You're aware of our Temple's impending action after the tournament. For security, the target and timeline are still undecided."


"We'll let you lead the operation," Noel proposed. "If you succeed, becoming a God-Guard or even a Main God, equal to me in status, isn't out of the question!"


Dustin probed, "What exactly do you want me to do?"


Noel placed a vial on the table.


"First, take this."


Dustin eyes narrowed.


"Poison?"


Noel nodded calmly.


"Our Temple has rules. To prevent secrets leaking and mission failure, everyone must take the poison, including myself."


Dustin frowned.


"Do you have to be so ruthless?"


Noel reassured, "Don't worry, once the task is complete, our God-King will provide the antidote."


Dustin countered, "What if I fail?"

Noel's smile faltered briefly.


"No need to worry, our plan is meticulous. Following orders ensures success." Dustin declined.


"I appreciate your offer, but I prioritize my safety. I won't risk my life being controlled by others."


Dustin wasn't afraid of poison; he was strategizing to gain the Temple's trust.


A normal person would likely refuse such conditions. Excessive eagerness would raise suspicion.


As expected, Noel's smile broadened.


"If you had agreed readily, I'd suspect ulterior motives. Now, I trust you more."
 

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Chapter 2586: Phoenix Descending

As Abigail's foot touched the ground, she burst forth like a rocket, swiftly closing in on Black Kong, who was still airborne. With a fluid motion, she raised her long leg overhead and brought it down with axe-like force, striking Black Kong's back with a deafening "Boom!" The impact sent Black Kong plummeting towards the arena floor, his body spinning wildly.


Mid-air, a crimson fountain erupted from his mouth. The arena shook with a thunderous "Rumble!" as Black Kong's massive frame crashed into the ground, creating a human-shaped crater. Smoke billowed, and debris flew everywhere.


Black Kong's formidable defense couldn't withstand the devastating blow. His bones were shattered, his organs shifted, and he suffered grievous injuries. Against an ordinary master, his defense would be nearly impenetrable. But Abigail was no ordinary master – she was a GrandMaster who had awakened the Phoenix Bloodline!

Each punch and kick held crushing force capable of annihilating masters. Black Kong's ability to endure multiple blows without perishing was a testament to his exceptional resilience.


"It's far from over!" Abigail's demonic voice echoed in Black Kong's ears as he struggled to rise from the crater.


The next instant, her fist smashed into his face. "Boom!" Black Kong crumpled to the ground once more, the arena shuddering beneath him.


His face twisted, teeth scattered, and his vision blurred. Abigail loomed over him, her eyes icy.


"Trash!" "Boom!" Another punch landed.


"Think you can kill me?" "Boom!"


"With what skills?" "Boom!"


"What are you, even?" "Boom!"


Abigail's relentless barrage pounded Black Kong's face, her fists falling like torrential rain. Blood splattered everywhere. Initially, Black Kong showed some signs of life, but soon he lay motionless.


Chapter 2587: Brutal Domination

The only sound left was the relentless pounding of Abigail's fists against flesh: "Boom! Boom!"


Time lost all meaning until Abigail finally stopped. Covered in blood, she emerged from the crater, while Black Kong had long since succumbed to his injuries. His body was now unrecognizable – a gruesome mixture of flesh, blood, and shattered bones.


"Ugh! How vile!" Abigail spat on the corpse and wiped the blood from her face before nonchalantly walking off the arena.


The outcome was clear; no announcement was needed. The crowd's gaze fell upon Abigail's captivating face, and some men felt a chill run down their spines. Earlier, they had made light of her, but now, witnessing Black Kong's gruesome fate, they couldn't shake off the feeling of unease.


This woman showed no mercy once she struck. Black Kong's seemingly indestructible body was reduced to pulp. The thought sent shivers down their spines – they wouldn't dare underestimate her again.

"Bravo! Well done!" A lone voice pierced the silence, followed by thunderous applause and cheers.

"The Saintess of the Witchcraft Sect truly lives up to her reputation!"

"Ha! This is a proud moment for our Dragon Country!"

"That black giant was just a brute, daring to provoke our nation's warriors. He got what he deserved!"


The crowd's pent-up anger, kindled by Black Kong's earlier insults, was finally vented.


In the VIP section, Hank cracked a rare smile. "Master Morgan, your granddaughter is quite... ruthless. I must admit, I appreciate it."

Evelyn Morgan's expression remained serene. "That's not ruthless; if it were me, I'd have made him suffer an agonizing death. This was too easy for him."


Hank's smile faltered, and the others exchanged uneasy glances. They were reminded that Evelyn Morgan was the true embodiment of ruthlessness.


Chapter 2588: Unexpected Encounter

In a corner of the spectator seats, Father Adam furrowed his brow, his expression grave. He knew Black Kong's strength all too well – far superior to Bill Wolf, with his exceptional talents and genetic modifications. His physical power, defense, and speed had reached the pinnacle of human potential. Dragon Country's martial arts masters were no match for him.


Yet, he couldn't believe his eyes – Black Kong, the unstoppable force, had fallen to a woman. Not just defeated, but brutally pummeled to a pulp.


"Troubling indeed!" Father Adam narrowed his eyes, his face a picture of concern. The mission was proving more challenging than expected. Of the three who came, only he remained, a dire situation.


Fortunately, Dragon Country's top experts had already participated, so future opponents shouldn't be as formidable. Cautious progress would secure his spot in the top eight.


After the arena's repair, Drake announced, "The fourth match is about to begin. Please welcome contestants 4 and 13!"


Willa, contestant 4, rose from her seat, sword in hand, and walked towards the arena. Her victory in the Heavenly Gathering had propelled her into the top 16.


"Go, sister!" Lana cheered.


Reaching the top 8 would bring fame, recognition, and substantial rewards.


As Willa took her stance, a black-clad swordsman soon followed. His sharp eyes and stalwart figure reminded her of Finn Sanchez.


But then she froze.


"Senior Brother?"


Her opponent was , Lucas Myers her fellow Sword Sect disciple!


Lucas Myers's prowess was renowned within the sect, second only to Finn Sanchez. His swordsmanship was unmatched, though his low profile kept him out of the spotlight.


His impressive record included exchanging three blows with Sect Master Hank without defeat.


"What a coincidence, Junior sister" Lucas said, his voice laced with surprise.


Chapter 2589: A Wise Concession

Lucas smiled warmly. "Why don't we spar like old times?"


Willa shook her head, amused. "When have I ever won against you, Senior brother?"


Their swordsmanship wasn't comparable; Lucas Myers's expertise far surpassed hers.


"I concede," Willa said, bowing graciously. "No need to waste your time."


Lucas raised an eyebrow. "You're not one to give up easily, Junior sister."


Willa smiled. "This isn't an internal sect spar. Save your energy for tomorrow's formidable foes."


Lucas understood, nodding. "Thanks for the consideration, Junior sister."


"Good luck tomorrow, Senior brother," Willa said before departing the arena.


"Contestant 4 concedes, Contestant 13 wins!" Drake announced.


The crowd murmured, divided between disappointment and admiration.


"No fight at all! What a waste!"


"So spineless!"


"I think it's smart. No need to exhaust each other."


"This woman's got strategy; giving up her chance to advance."


Willa's concession sparked debate.


Drake moved on. "Next match! Please welcome contestants 5 and 12!"


A loud "Clang" echoed as a golden blade soared through the air, embedding itself in the arena with a resounding "Thud."


The crowd gasped, mesmerized by the gleaming knife.


Chapter 2590: The Formidable Crazy Wave

Before the contestant appeared, a knife fell from the sky, emitting a fierce aura.


"This knife looks familiar... I've seen it before."


"Isn't that the Golden Flame Knife of the Blood Mad Sect's leader?"


"Blood Mad Sect's leader? Isn't he past the age limit?"


"I heard he passed the Golden Flame Knife to his favorite disciple, Wesson, ranked 8th on the Heavenly Prodigy List!"


Amidst the murmurs, a black-clad figure emerged, landing on the arena with a loud "Boom!"


He was Wesson, the renowned warrior.


As the 8th-ranked expert on the Heavenly Pride List, his cultivation was profound, and his knife skills astonished all. Undefeated since his rise to fame.


"What a headache, running into this scourge."


In the spectator seats, Azalea looked at her number ball, stood up, and reluctantly walked to the arena.


Though the Saintess had given her valuable treasures, she lacked confidence.


Those treasures might work against ordinary sect masters but were unreliable against Wesson.


Determined not to disappoint the Saintess or shame the Witchcraft Sect, Azalea steeled herself.


"A woman?" Wesson raised an eyebrow, disappointed.


He craved a strong opponent from the Heavenly Prodigy List, not an unknown female.


Defeating a woman wouldn't earn him recognition.


"Azalea of the Witchcraft Sect, please teach me."


Azalea smiled, her beauty captivating the audience.


"Save yourself the trouble and concede."


Wesson's expression remained stoic, his eyes unwavering.


Beauty didn't move him; his knife was his true passion.


Chapter 2591: Clash of Power

Wesson remained unphased by Azalea's charms. "No time for romance; let's focus on the fight."


Azalea feigned vulnerability. "Since you insist, I'll endure. Please, don't hold back."


Wesson showed no emotion. "Don't expect mercy."


The audience, however, was captivated by Azalea's beauty.


The match began, and Azalea yielded, appearing harmless.


Wesson seized the initiative, summoning his Golden Flame Knife with a swift grab.


As he charged forward, his knife left a trail of sparks on the arena floor.


Azalea retaliated with "Heavenly Maiden Scatters Flowers," unleashing hundreds of hidden projectiles.


Wesson sneered, "Child's play!"


With a swift knife turn, he conjured a towering golden wave, engulfing the projectiles.


The wave surged, unfazed by the onslaught, and continued toward Azalea.


Its terrifying pressure sent shivers through the crowd.


Azalea's strategy was shattered.


Chapter 2592: Overwhelmed

Azalea's eyes widened as Wesson's golden tide engulfed her.


She hadn't expected such ferocity.


Without hesitation, she produced a crimson paper umbrella – the legendary Aethon Umbrella.


Its ancient symbols flashed, spinning wildly.


The crowd recognized the umbrella, once the treasured defense artifact of Luxin Sect.


"Attack!" Azalea pushed the umbrella forward.


A blood-red light shield enveloped her, deflecting Wesson's assault.


The shield trembled, its shape distorting under the relentless barrage.


Azalea, within the shield, focused on her seals, her face set in determination.


Sweat beaded on her forehead as Wesson's attacks tested her limits.


Even with the Aethon Umbrella, she struggled.


Wesson raised an eyebrow, intrigued.


With his keen insight, he saw Azalea was merely an average newly-minted master.


He hadn't expected her to have a defensive artifact.


"No need to hold back!" Wesson declared.


His golden long knife sliced through the air, unleashing a colossal blade energy.


The shield shattered, and the Aethon Umbrella fell, its light extinguished.


Azalea stumbled backward.


Wesson's advantage was clear; the outcome decided from the start.


Chapter 2593: Unexpected Turn

Azalea retreated, her face pale and lips bleeding, from Wesson's attack.


"You can't block my knife without the Aethon Umbrella!" Wesson declared.


Azalea swiftly pulled out a blue talisman and threw it at the golden blade energy.


A blue lightning bolt shot out, striking Wesson and sending him stumbling backward.


His clothes were tattered, hair charred.


Wesson's eyes widened in disbelief, staring at his wounded chest.


The blue lightning had caused significant damage.


The audience gasped.


"How did she injure Wesson?"


"Unbelievable! That woman's strength is remarkable!"


"Was that Infernal Mountain's divine talisman?"


"Exactly! Only their talismans could harm Wesson."


The crowd buzzed with questions.


Wesson's shock turned to anger.


Azalea's smile hinted at her unexpected advantage.


Abigail, in the spectator seats, grinned.


"Thanks, Little Master !" she said to Karson.


All eyes shifted to Karson.


Dragonmarsh's three giants –Hank, Jeffrey, Evelyn Morgan – and Infernal Mountain's new heavenly master, Marlon, stared at him.


Karson froze, sweating.


He regretted his gamble.


"Losing over a dozen divine talismans and being exposed... I'm in trouble."


Chapter 2594: Unleashing the Demon Blade

Wesson's expression darkened, "How did you obtain Infernal Mountain's divine talisman?"


Azalea smiled mischievously, "It's a secret."


She had received three talismans from the Holy Maiden and used one effectively.


Wesson snorted, "You think one talisman will defeat me? Foolish!"


He discarded his golden knife and drew a black, broken blade from his back.


The air around him shifted, enveloping him in dark, ominous energy.


"Wow! Wesson is going all out!"


"That knife looks eerie, filled with dark, evil energy!"


"Is that the legendary Demon Blade, one of the top ten famous knives in the world? It was said to be broken and sealed away!"


"Combined with Blood Mad Sect domineering knife technique, this is a terrifying combination! The Witchcraft Sect's disciple is in danger!"


The audience watched in awe and terror.


Using the Demon Blade was extremely challenging; its dark energy could drive users mad.


Yet Wesson seemed unfazed, fully controlling the blade.


"You've forced me to unleash the Demon Blade; even in death, you'll be glorious!" Wesson declared.


With a swift motion, he struck with the Demon Blade.


Simple, yet devastating.


Chapter 2595: Narrow Escape

As Wesson's Demon Blade struck, a dark, ink-like blade energy swept out, engulfing everything.


The air condensed, and the ground corroded wherever it passed.


Azalea swiftly activated her Aethon Umbrella, summoning a crimson wall to block the attack.


But the black blade energy effortlessly pierced the defense, shattering the umbrella.


Azalea retreated, unleashing a barrage of hidden weapons.


However, they disintegrated upon contact with the black blade energy.


Cornered, Azalea shouted, "I concede!"


A blue lightning bolt descended, striking the black blade energy and dispersing it.


Wesson's anger flared.


Just as he was about to deliver the final blow, Judge Drake appeared, shielding Azalea.


"12th contestant has conceded. No need to pursue," Drake stated calmly.


The rules were clear: victory by defeat, ring elimination, or concession.


Drake intervened, protecting Azalea.


Azalea thanked Drake, still shaken.


That blade was terrifying; without his intervention, she would've been doomed.


The gap between her and the top-ranked fighters was vast.


Even with powerful treasures, she couldn't compensate.


Fortunately, her quick thinking saved her.


Chapter 2596: The Next Challenger

Wesson glared at Azalea, then left the stage, his pride wounded.


Winning against a weaker opponent brought no honor, and he'd been injured.


This was the first time he'd been so thoroughly embarrassed since gaining fame.


Though the divine talisman was unexpected, he'd undeniably lost face.


Determined to redeem himself, Wesson vowed to defeat any Witchcraft Sect disciple he'd face tomorrow.


Judge Drake declared Wesson the winner, and the audience applauded.


Azalea returned to her seat, apologizing to Abigail.


"It's okay, living is what matters," Abigail reassured her.

"Please Invite Contestants No 6 and No 11 to stage" The next match began, and Zhang Qi Zheng announced the contestants.

"Hahahahaha, it's finally my turn"

Suddenly, a loud laugh echoed through the arena, followed by a cyan figure appearing and disappearing in the air.


The crowd gasped in awe.


"What was that? Instant teleportation?"


"Too fast, couldn't see clearly."


"That's likely a 'shrinking distance' technique, allowing the user to blink between locations within a certain range."


The audience marveled at the mysterious display.


This tournament showcased incredible talents and techniques.


The outcome remained uncertain until the very end.


The cyan figure reappeared on the stage, challenging their opponent.


"Where's my opponent? Come forth and fight!"


Chapter 2597: The Battle Between Two Titans

The cyan-robed man stood tall, his presence commanding attention.


"I apologize for the wait!" a clear voice rang out.


Zion , a stunningly handsome man in white, appeared, floating across the distance.


"Harmonious Sect disciple, Zion, at your service!" He bowed gracefully.


His ethereal aura and beauty captivated the audience.


Even Violet, renowned for her beauty, was astonished.


Zion's looks were unmatched, rivaling hers.


The cyan-robed man, Kooper, seemed displeased.


"Zion? Never heard of you."


Zion smiled, "May I inquire about your esteemed name?"


"I am Kooper, no sect or clan," the man replied proudly.


Zion eyes lit up, "Ah, Kooper, ranked 10th on the Prodigy List! Honored to meet you."

Kooper had concealed his identity earlier.


The audience buzzed with excitement.


"Looks like Kooper is quite formidable."


"Ranking 10th on Prodigy List isn't easy."


"I heard Kooper masters mysterious arts, unpredictable tactics."


"This will be an exciting battle!"


Kooper smirked, "Now that you know my name, why hesitate? Concede and save us time."


Zion chuckled, "I've come too far to yield. I'll give it my all."


Kooper sneered, "You think you can defeat me? You underestimate the Heavenly Prodigy List's caliber!"


In his eyes, Zion was delusional.


Chapter 2598: Elusive Foe

Zion smiled calmly, "The prodigy list experts are unparalleled, but we can't yield without a fight. I'll give it my all."


Kooper sneered, "Since you're so reckless, come then. I'll see your skills."


Zion bowed and struck with his Ice Frost Palm, a swift and deadly blow.


The palm wind froze the air and ground, showcasing the technique's fearsome power.


Legend had it that Ice Frost Palm could petrify or even kill with a single hit.


Zion aimed to defeat Kooper with his strongest move.


However, his attack hit only a shadow.


Kooper reappeared behind Zion, chuckling, "Your speed is too slow."


Zion spun around and attacked again, faster and more forceful.


Kooper dismissed his efforts, "Futile."


The second palm struck air, generating a deafening boom.


Kooper's voice came from another direction, "Where are you hitting? I'm here."


Zion located Kooper by sound and countered with another swift palm.


However, Kooper vanished again.


"Too slow! You'll never touch me," Kooper teased, his shadow dancing around the stage.


Zion's attacks continued to miss, frustrated by Kooper's elusive movements.


Kooper's speed and agility proved overwhelming.


Chapter 2599: Turning the Tables

Kooper's unpredictable movements, akin to instantaneous teleportation, rendered Zion's attacks futile.


The audience watched in awe, recognizing the vast power gap.


"Unbelievable! His movement skills are unmatched."


"Threatening Zion with just his agility? Impressive."


"Some people just can't accept defeat. Why suffer such humiliation?"


In the spectator seats, Lana worried about Zion struggles.


"Big sister, Zion's situation looks grim. He'll lose soon."


Willa nodded, "Although Zion is talented, he can't compare to the monsters on the Heavenly Prodigy List."


The top-ranked geniuses overshadowed others.


On the stage, Kooper continued to toy with Zion.


"Come on, faster! Don't Make me wait!"


Zion remained silent, intensifying his assault.


Suddenly, Kooper's words were cut off by a swift palm strike.


For once, Kooper's body hadn't fully solidified after reappearing, leaving him vulnerable.


Zion seized the moment, landing a powerful blow.


Kooper's body flew backward.


The crowd gasped.


Zion's relentless attacks finally paid off.


Kooper's smirk faltered.


The tide of the battle shifted.


2600: Counterattack

Kooper was stunned by the palm strike.


He felt his qi and blood congeal, his body numb and immobile, unable to circulate his qi.


Zion's Ice Frost Palm had instantly paralyzed him.


Despite Kooper's exceptional strength, he couldn't avoid the attack.


The audience gasped in shock.


"This is impossible! He actually got hit!"


"Must be luck. Even a blind cat can catch a dead mouse sometimes."


They thought the outcome was certain, with Kooper dominating.


But this unexpected turn of events shifted the momentum.


As Kooper lost control, Zion seized the opportunity.


He swiftly closed in and struck again.


Kooper's eyes widened, but before he could react, another palm struck his chest.


His body crashed onto the stage, sending up dust and debris.


The audience erupted into cheers.


Kooper spat out blood, his hair disheveled, clothes tattered.


He underestimated Zion's quick counterattack.


With his instant teleportation ability, Kooper's physical defense was weak.


Two palms had left him severely injured and disoriented.


Before he could catch his breath, Zion struck again.


A icy aura enveloped Kooper, and a massive palm shadow descended.


"This is too much!" Kooper fumed.


Facing imminent defeat, he risked damaging his meridians to summon a protective shield.

A deafening crash ensued.


Chapter 2601: Triple Shadow Split

The white palm shadow heavily struck Kooper's protective shield, unleashing a massive energy wave. The shield lasted only a second before shattering. That brief moment saved Kooper's life.

As the white palm shadow pressed down, Kooper finally regained control of his body and executed the Instant Teleportation technique. The palm shadow blasted into the deep pit, producing a deafening roar that shook the entire arena.

Kooper reappeared 50 meters away, spitting out blood. Previously, his meridians were ice-sealed, and forcibly circulating his Qi to protect himself had damaged many meridians, exacerbating his injuries and affecting his future cultivation.


"Fortunately, the damage is bearable compared to taking that palm strike," Kooper thought.


Zion couldn't help but feel disappointed. "Pity." He had hoped to swiftly end the battle, but Kooper chose to sacrifice some meridians instead.


"Amazing! Kooper is severely injured! This is unexpected!" someone exclaimed.


"The so-called Heaven's Pride expert is utterly humiliated!" another spectator jeered.


Some onlookers believed Kooper's wounds resulted from underestimating Zion.


Kooper's ferocious gaze locked onto Zion, his eyes filled with killing intent. "You've enraged me, awakening a fierce beast!"


Zion remained silent, observing Kooper as his Qi continued to flow.


"I'll show you the consequences of angering me!" Kooper roared, his body suddenly splitting into three.


Each of the three Kooper's transformed again, creating nine identical figures. The nine Kooper's surrounded Zion, attacking from multiple directions.


"Die!"


Chapter 2602: Frenzied Attack

"Die!" Nine Kooper's roared simultaneously, launching a relentless assault on Zion. Their shadows darted around the arena, making it impossible to distinguish between real and fake.


Zion swiftly activated his Qi, conjuring a white protective shield around himself.


"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom..." The shield formed just in time to withstand the barrage of punches, each strike causing the shield to tremble.


Kooper's fury intensified, his fists pounding the shield like a stormy sea. "You think you can block me? I'll tear you apart!"


Humiliated by his injuries, Kooper sought to reclaim his dominance.


Zion focused on maintaining his shield, calling upon his Qi to reinforce its strength. He couldn't discern the real Kooper among the duplicates.


As the assault continued, Zion's shield began to falter.


"This is insane! Who can withstand his combined Instant Teleportation and clone technique?" someone exclaimed.


"Indeed, a Heaven's Pride expert is truly exceptional! Despite his injuries, he still unleashes terrifying power!" another spectator marveled.


Some pitied Zion, who had almost won but was now struggling.


"The Harmonious Sect disciple is in trouble!" Lana fretted.


Willa shook her head. "Kooper has unleashed his full strength as a Heaven's Pride expert. His Instant Teleportation and clone technique make him nearly unbeatable. Zion's defense won't suffice."


Unless Zion had an ace up his sleeve...


"Die! Die! Die! Go die!" Kooper's enraged roar echoed through the arena.


Chapter 2603: Counterattack

Kooper's frenzy intensified, unleashing a maelstrom of punches and shadows upon Zion's protective shield. Cracks spread across the shield like spider webs.


Emboldened, Kooper struck harder, determined to shatter the shield and instantly kill Zion.


Zion, facing crisis, closed his eyes. Kooper's clone technique and teleportation made it impossible to track him visually; only immense perception could capture his subtle trajectory.


As kooper onslaught continued, the shield's cracks deepened. With a final, mighty punch, the shield shattered.


Seizing the opportunity, Kooper's clones and main body targeted Zion's vital spots.


Just then, Zion opened his eyes and countered with a single finger, unleashing destructive force that warped the surrounding space.


Kooper's fist crashed onto Zion, who was sent flying over 10 meters, sliding several meters before stopping.


Zion's mouth and nose bled profusely, clearly severely injured.


Meanwhile, Kooper remained motionless, his face etched with shock and disbelief.


His clones and shadows vanished, leaving only his main body standing.


"You...how did you...?" Kooper stuttered, pointing at Zion, before coughing up blood and collapsing unconscious.


Chapter 2604: Stunned Silence

The entire arena fell silent, with all eyes fixed on Kooper's unconscious body. The outcome left everyone stunned.


Just moments before, Kooper held the upper hand, pounding Zion's shield. But in an instant, Kooper collapsed.


The sudden turn of events left the audience dumbfounded.


"What just happened? How did Kooper lose?" someone asked.


"This is absurd! One second he's winning, the next he's defeated!" another spectator exclaimed.


"The twists and turns in this match are mind-boggling!" someone else remarked.


The silence gave way to a flurry of excited chatter.


"How did Zion win?" Lana asked, eyes wide with wonder.


"Unbelievable!" Willa beautiful eyes sparkled with surprise. "Zion seized the opportunity and turned the tables!"

Others shared similar reactions, stunned by the unexpected outcome.

"Doctor Dustin, your friend is incredible, defeating Kooper against all odds!" someone exclaimed.


Violet and others nodded in agreement, acknowledging Kooper's superior strength.


"Kooper underestimated his opponent, giving Zion chances," Aaron remarked.


"He may not have shown extraordinary strength, but Zion's ability to seize opportunities is remarkable. His precision in capturing fleeting weaknesses is rare," Aaron added, having closely observed the battle.


Zion's victory hinged on identifying Kooper's true body among the clones.


Chapter 2605: A Deserved Victory

Zion's triumph wasn't just luck; it was a testament to his exceptional strength. Identifying Kooper's true body amidst clones, predicting its landing spot, and seizing the fleeting opportunity – all demonstrated his remarkable abilities.


Kooper's defeat was well-deserved, as his injuries and relatively weaker physique made him vulnerable to Zion's counterattack.


Zion let out a relieved sigh on the arena stage, his tense nerves unwinding.


"That was close," he thought. "If I hadn't detected Kooper's subtle weakness, I'd have had no chance."


Kooper's clone technique and teleportation made him formidable. This victory had a significant element of luck.


"Ranking tenth on the Heaven's Pride List, Kooper was already a formidable foe. I dread thinking about the strength of those ranked higher."


Zion had achieved his goal by advancing to the top eight, bringing honor to Harmonious Sect.


The sixth match concluded, and the seventh began. Ethan of Green mystic Sect faced Harrison of Truth Sect. Both were renowned talents from prestigious sects.


The battle commenced, with neither showing mercy. Various unusual tactics unfolded as they fought fiercely, each concerned with their sect's reputation.


After intense combat, Ethan emerged victorious but badly injured.


The seventh match concluded, and the eighth began.


"The eighth and final match today: please welcome contestants 8 and 9!" Drake's voice announced.


Dustin stretched, then walked onto the stage.


"I knew it," he thought, anticipating his opponent.


It was Father Adam, the foreign cultivator from the Western Temple!


Chapter 2606: Confronting Adam

"Go, Dr. Dustin! Fight!" Violet and her sister cheered, sparking a chorus of support from the crowd.


Dustin's popularity soared after his victory over the Blood Clan, and now, facing another foreign opponent, the audience rallied behind him.


Dragon Country's people united against external foes, setting aside internal conflicts.


As Dustin took the stage, Father Adam, the ninth contestant, emerged. Unlike Bill Wolf and Black Kong George, Father Adam, known as the Angel's Dust, seemed unassuming.


However, Dustin recognized the facade. Among Western Temple's three experts, Adam was the strongest.


"I sense you're a formidable opponent. Winning won't be easy," Adam said, his gaze locked onto Dustin.


Dustin smiled coldly. "You'll be lucky to leave alive."


Adam chuckled. "You're confident, but can you back it up?"


"Let's find out," Dustin replied, unfazed.


Adam sneered, transforming his body. Black scales covered him like armor, concealing vulnerabilities.


His arms morphed into razor-sharp black blades, similar to Black Kong's weapons.


Adam's genetic modifications surpassed Black Kong's, making him a more formidable foe.


Chapter 2607: Adam's Fierce Assault

Adam's body fused the advantages of dozens of species, enhancing his speed, strength, defense, reaction, recovery, and senses.


He was a nearly perfect killing machine, with no weaknesses.


"Show me your weapons," Father Adam said, arms spreading, knife blades scraping the ground with ease.


"You'll see them when you're dead," Dustin replied, smiling.


Father Adam's expression darkened. "Arrogant!"


The match began, and Father Adam charged like an arrow, attacking first.


His peak physical state and acute senses allowed him to detect any weakness.


"Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!"
Dustin flicked his wrist, launching three silver needles.


Two targeted Adam's eyes; one aimed for his heart.


Father Adam didn't flinch, swinging his knives to deflect the needles.


The third needle struck his chest, but Father Adam's scales deflected it, sparking on impact.


The needle bent and fell, harmless.


"Interesting," Dustin said, intrigued.


His silver needles, effective against ordinary martial artists, had no effect on Father Adam.


Adam closed in, knife blades slashing toward Dustin's neck, bearing destructive energy.


"Die!" Father Adam shouted.


Dustin's eyes narrowed, focus intensifying.

Chapter 2608: Father Adam's Regeneration

Facing Father Adam's slashing knife, Dustin calmly extended two fingers, clamping the blade.


The knife halted, emitting a soft hum and radiating cold light.


Father Adam's eyes widened in shock. His knife, capable of cutting iron like mud, had been stopped by just two fingers.


"Is he also a genetically modified monster?" Father Adam wondered.


Before Adam could react, Dustin twisted his fingers.


The knife snapped, its sound echoing.


Father Adam's eyebrows furrowed, but he swiftly swung another knife at Dustin's head.


Dustin repeated his move, clamping and twisting, breaking the second knife.


Father Adam stumbled back, his knives shattered.


"You have more tricks?" Dustin asked.


"Everything's just beginning!" Father Adam declared, arms spreading wide.


His broken knives began to regenerate at an alarming rate, restoring themselves within moments.


Father Adam's body, infused with dozens of powerful species' genes, included the Blood Clan's enhanced recovery abilities.


"Impressive," Dustin said, eyes narrowing.


Father Adam's regeneration speed surpassed Black Kong's.

"Here I come again!" Father Adam charged forward, unfazed.


Dustin prepared for the next attack, intrigued by Father Adam's abilities.


Chapter 2609: Adam's Transformation

Father Adam swung his arms, slashing two knives toward Dustin's neck like giant scissors.


Dustin swiftly closed the distance, landing a powerful punch on Father Adam's chest.


The impact shattered Father Adam's scales, creating a bloody crater.


Father Adam flew back, but quickly regained footing, performing a backward flip.


Examining his chest, Father Adam furrowed his brow. Dustin's strength exceeded his expectations.


Father Adam realized Dustin was more formidable than Aaron, the fifth-ranked Heaven's Prodigy List cultivator.


To end the fight quickly, Father Adam activated his third transformation.


His body expanded, muscles bulging, scales turning red, and his face contorted into a beastly visage.


Two crimson horns sprouted from his head, and a lizard-like tail grew from his lower back.


The crowd gasped in horror.


"What the...? This is terrifying!"


"He's an actual demon!"


"Dustin's in trouble; this monster looks incredibly powerful!"


"How can he transform like that?!"


The sudden transformation stunned everyone.


Father Adam's previous form, though unusual, retained human features.


Now, he was a towering, three-meter monster with red scales, sharp claws, and jagged teeth.


His demonic appearance sent shivers down spectators' spines.


Would Dustin be able to withstand this monstrous foe?


Chapter 2610: Clash of Titans

After transforming into a demon, Father Adam's aura underwent a profound transformation. The air around him pulsed with blood energy, his face twisted into a ferocious visage, yet his eyes remained icy and unyielding.

The audience felt an overwhelming pressure emanating from his very presence, as if a superior deity was gazing down upon them. The sensation was indescribable, yet unmistakable.


"You've forced me to unleash my third form," Father Adam declared, his voice now low and menacing. "You should be proud."

His hand morphed into a dry, razor-sharp claw, and his scarlet eyes locked onto Dustin with an unnerving intensity.

Dustin's expression remained steadfast. "You look intimidating, but let's see how you fight."

Father Adam's cruel smile twisted his face. "You'll soon understand the consequences of angering me."


"I'm not interested in talking," Dustin retorted. "Come at me."

"I'll send you to hell!" Father Adam snarled, vanishing and reappearing before Dustin in an instant.

His claw slashed through the air, leaving a trail of chilling glow.

The audience gasped. "Too fast!"

But Dustin countered Adam's attack with lightning speed. A simple yet powerful punch collided with Father Adam's claw, unleashing a deafening explosion that shook the air.

The impact sent both fighters stumbling backward, their footsteps leaving deep impressions in the ground.


As they regained their footing, their eyes met in a moment of mutual surprise.


Dustin hadn't anticipated Father Adam's transformed strength to be so formidable.


Father Adam, too, reevaluated Dustin's power, recognizing that his opponent's abilities far transcended human limitations.


Chapter 2611: Frenzied Clash


The two combatants remained silent, pausing briefly before charging at each other once more. Their intense collision had begun.


Since their strength was evenly matched, they would contest speed, defense, reaction, recovery, and combat skills. Many factors would decide the outcome; power was just one aspect.


"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom..." Their bodies intertwined on the arena, each punch and kick carrying terrifying force. The arena bore the brunt, with craters and fissures forming.

The aftermath of their battle radiated outward, resembling a catastrophic landslide or tsunami.

To safeguard the audience, Judge Drake activated the protective barrier, enveloping the entire arena.


While ordinary spectators couldn't perceive it, Drake recognized that both Dustin and Father Adam had reached the Ultimate GrandMaster's realm.


Ultimate Grand Masters clashed differently; their battles were far more ferocious. One misstep could result in massive casualties.


"Dustin's ability to trade blows with this monster is impressive!"


"Shouldn't Dustin qualify for the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings?"


"If he wins, he'll surely secure a spot. But if he loses, his life will be forfeit."


The audience watched, mesmerized and discussing:


"Dustin and Father Adam's speed is breathtaking! Who's stronger?"


"This battle surpasses all previous ones in intensity and destruction."


"Even Judge Drake activated the barrier prematurely, a first!"


They wondered who would emerge victorious, but an ominous feeling lingered.


Father Adam's monstrous transformation granted him superior strength, speed, and durability.


Unlike Dustin, Father Adam was impervious to exhaustion, his energy replenishing with each strike.


As the battle raged on, Dustin's human limitations would eventually succumb to Father Adam's relentless onslaught.


The crowd held onto hope, praying Dustin had an ace up his sleeve to turn the tide.

Otherwise, the consequences would be dire!


Chapter 2612: Unleashing True Power


On the arena, Dustin countered Father Adam's attacks, defending against each blow and retaliating in kind. However, his strikes barely harmed Father Adam.

Father Adam's red scales proved far harder than his previous black scales, complemented by his monstrous physique, making him nearly invulnerable.


Dustin's punches and kicks merely produced a hollow "boom" upon impact, inflicting minimal damage.


Even targeting Father Adam's weak spots and shattering his scales wouldn't decide the outcome, given Father Adam's terrifying recovery abilities.


Father Adam could heal from grave injuries, including a pierced chest, in mere breaths.


Dustin realized that continuing this way was futile and would only drain his energy, potentially giving Father Adam an opening.

The current stalemate required a new strategy; swords would be necessary to claim victory.

Meanwhile, Father Adam was equally impressed and frustrated.


"Difficult foe indeed. To defeat him, I must evolve into my final form!"


Normally, his third form sufficed to annihilate enemies, but Dustin's strength had Father Adam reevaluating.


Father Adam decided to unlock his full potential, disregarding the risks.


With a fierce collision, both fighters retreated, each lost in thought.


Father Adam initiated his transformation, unleashing a surge of bloodline power.


Two fleshy protrusions emerged on his back, rapidly growing and piercing through his skin.


In an instant, these growths transformed into colossal bat wings, spanning nearly ten meters wide.


Their majestic spread eclipsed the sun, radiating an aura of dread.


Father Adam's new form resembled the legendary Demon King.


His mere presence exuded overwhelming pressure, striking fear into the hearts of onlookers.


Chapter 2613: Ascending Fury


"Damn it! He's transformed again! Is this guy unstoppable?!" The audience erupted into chaos as Father Adam's sudden change left them stunned.


Some couldn't help but curse aloud.


"This priest's aura has risen to another level; he's becoming increasingly terrifying. Dustin in trouble!" Lily expression turned grim as she watched the shifting landscape.


She rooted for Dustin, but Father Adam's transformations made him formidable.


His strength now bordered on the unimaginable.


Dustin's survival, let alone victory, seemed a blessing from above.


"I must admit, Western experts, combined with genetic modification, can transcend human limits," Aaron said, shaking his head.

He had confidence in beating Father Adam after his third transformation.

Now, he had no assurance.

Unless Dustin broke through, there was no hope.


Father Adam, now demonic, spread his wings and soared into the air.


"Despicable human, you've enraged me! I'll tear you apart!"


Forced to reveal his full potential, Father Adam vowed to annihilate Dustin.


"Is that so? Let's see if you have the capability," Dustin retorted, extending his hand.

"Azure Sky sword!"


A black flash crossed the sky.


A black longsword descended from the heavens, landing precisely in Dustin's hand.


Its dark, icy aura emanated an ominous energy.


"Azure Sky Sword? Could it be... him?" A few spectators recognized the sword and gasped in shock.


The sword's reputation preceded it, listed on the Divine Weapon Rankings.


Those who recognized the Sky Sword linked it to its wielder.


"Scoff! Do you think a single sword can stop me?" Father Adam sneered.


"I'll show you the true meaning of fear!"


With a blood-curdling scream, Father Adam plunged from the sky.


His speed and ferocity rivaled a falling star.

The arena trembled, anticipating the collision.


Chapter 2614: Annihilation


As Father Adam descended, Dustin made a swift gesture, unleashing his sword with lightning speed.


"Whoosh!" A black sword aura shot out, tearing through the sky with unmatched momentum, bearing an unstoppable destructive force.


Father Adam's expression changed; his refined senses detected the devastating energy within the sword.


He knew that if struck, his life would be forfeit.


Without hesitation, Father Adam abandoned his attack, instinctively flapping his wings to dodge.


However, Dustin's sword was faster.


As Father Adam sidestepped, the black sword aura pierced through, drawing forth a cascade of blood and painting half the sky crimson.


Father Adam shrieked in agony.


His shoulder, arm, and wing were ripped apart, his blood raining down.


Stumbling, Father Adam crashed onto the arena.


A single sword strike had crippled half his body.


"You...how did you become so powerful?!" Father Adam asked, his face etched with terror, disregarding his wounds.


With the sword, Dustin transformed; his presence became that of a harbinger of death.


Most frightening was the sword's ability to suppress Father Adam's regenerative powers.


His wounds wouldn't heal rapidly as before.


"You've impressed me, but it ends here," Dustin said, raising his Sky Sword.


"Wait! I concede..." Adam panicked, but Dustin's second sword aura already approached.

Its destructive energy silenced all.

Father Adam's desperate cry echoed through the arena.

The next instant, the black sword aura pierced him, and his body froze before explosively shattering into a bloody, flesh-filled spectacle that engulfed the entire arena.

The crowd fell silent, awestruck and speechless.


Chapter 2615: Unprecedented Dominance


The crowd stared in awe, faces filled with incredulity.


No one expected Dustin to be so formidable with his sword, exceeding all expectations.


Father Adam, with wings, had boosted his strength and gained flight capabilities.


His agility and charging power had increased multiple-fold.


Everyone thought Dustin would be helpless against this enhanced Father Adam.


Yet, Dustin not only held his ground but effortlessly slaughtered Father Adam with just two swords.


The once-invincible "Demon King" Father Adam was now a mess of blood and flesh.


"Amazing!"


"My god! Did I just see that? The monster's gone?"


"Terrifying! I've never seen such a powerful sword!"


"Two swords to slay the demon! Unbelievable!"


"I underestimated him. He's the biggest dark horse in this competition!"


"Who is he? Why haven't I seen him before?"


"I won't accept the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings without him!" Willa exclaimed.


The audience erupted into chaos after a brief silence.


Their gazes at Dustin held surprise, awe, curiosity, and admiration.


As a Dragon Country citizen, Dustin's victory brought glory to their nation.


"I declare 8th contestant Dustin the winner!" Drake's voice thundered.


Even the usually composed judge was shocked.


He felt that even he might not withstand those two swords.


Dustin's youthful prowess marked him as a prodigy.


"Great! Doctor Dustin won!" Lily and her sister cheered.


Margaret, seated nearby, breathed a sigh of relief.


Aaron's eyes locked onto Dustin, his brow furrowed in astonishment.


Those two swords resonated with a familiar aura.


He recalled the person he met in Stonia last year.


Heavenly Prodigy Rankings' top-ranked Logan Rhys!


"Could it be him?" Aaron wondered.


Chapter 2616: Emerging Champions


"This competition just got interesting. It won't be dull after all." Finn Sanchez, a Sword Sect representative, narrowed his eyes, his usually stoic face showing rare interest.


As a swordsman, his greatest thrill was challenging formidable foes.


The stronger the opponent, the more excited he became.


Dustin's performance had caught his attention.


Those two swift and deadly sword strikes, with sword energy rivaling his own, made Dustin a worthy opponent.


Such a formidable swordsman was the perfect whetstone to hone his skills.


Finn Sanchez wasn't the only one who thought so.


Dustin's stunning defeat of Father Adam had captivated the audience, transforming him into a dark horse.


In most people's eyes, Dustin had emerged as a top contender, capable of reaching the top three.


His value skyrocketed as major sects and clans extended lucrative offers.

They sought to cultivate this exceptional talent into a dominant force.


However, attracting Dustin was one thing; succeeding was another.

The tournament's round of 16 concluded with Dustin's triumph.

All three foreign challengers were defeated, their fates sealed.


This competition had been full of unexpected twists and turns.


No one could predict the outcome until the very end.


Dustin, Karson, and Zion were the dark horses.


Initially underestimated, they emerged victorious in spectacular fashion.


Besides these three, the other contestants showcased their unique strengths.


After rigorous elimination, the strongest eight remained.


Tomorrow, the true champion would be crowned among these eight.


This title held more value than the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings.


While the rankings estimated a warrior's strength based on various factors, the arena competition was a genuine test of martial prowess.


No room for deception; only the strongest would reign supreme.


As night descended upon Infernal Mountain, the lively atmosphere subsided.


The top eight contestants either conserved energy or secretly plotted, preparing hidden aces.


Chapter 2617: Critical Moment

Tomorrow's competition was crucial, with all factions focusing on the top three spots. The eight remaining contestants aimed to make a name for themselves in the martial arts world.


The forces backing these contestants were equally tense, knowing that securing a top three position would bring substantial rewards and bolster their sect's reputation.

To ensure success, each faction brought out their trump cards, bestowing them upon their disciples.

In a secluded mountain villa thirty kilometers from Infernal Mountain, Bear King Billy indulged in a lavish feast.


Noel, the main god of the Temple of Gods, rushed in with an urgent expression.


"Billy, our A plan has failed!" Noel announced gravely. "The three experts we sent to challenge Dragon Country's warriors have been annihilated, with no survivors."


Billy's expression darkened upon hearing the news.


"Are you certain? Even Father Adam was killed?" Billy asked, his voice laced with anger.


Noel nodded solemnly. "I've brought their mutilated bodies back. Would you like to see them?"

When the bodies were brought in, Billy's face turned livid as he gazed upon the gruesome remains.


Black Kong, Dark Prince Billwolf, and Angel Dust Father Adam were unrecognizable, their bodies reduced to mangled flesh.


Only Black Kong had his lower body remaining intact, his upper half obliterated.


"How did this happen?!" Billy thundered, enraged.


He couldn't fathom how his carefully selected experts had fallen so brutally.


It was a humiliating defeat.


Chapter 2618: An Unexpected Turn

"According to our investigation, Black Kong was killed by the Holy Maiden of the Witchcraft Sect, while Dark Prince and Angel Dust were slain by a man named Dustin" Hayden explained.


The Temple of Gods had suffered a significant setback.


Their original plan was to win the championship and secretly steal the Dragon Country's treasures, severing their destiny.


However, their A plan had failed miserably.


"Who is this Dustin?" Bear King Billy asked, his expression darkening.


Billy was familiar with the Witchcraft Sect's Holy Maiden, Abigail, Dragon Country's second-ranked expert.


Black Kong's defeat at her hands wasn't surprising.


But Dustin's name was unknown to him.


Father Adam, known as Angel Dust, was equivalent to a Dragon Country's Ultimate GrandMaster.


Even the Witchcraft Sect's Holy Maiden might not have been able to defeat him.


How could an unknown person like Dustin kill two of their experts?


"Dustin's identity is mysterious, and his background is unclear," Noel continued. "But I have met him before, we can recruit him."

Noel suggested recruiting Dustin, citing his impressive strength.


Billy considered the proposal.


"If we can recruit Dustin and make him serve our Temple of Gods, it would be immensely beneficial," Noel advised.


"But can we trust him?" Billy asked, his eyes narrowing.


Noel revealed his prior encounter with Dustin, who had unknowingly been used as a pawn.


Billy pondered the risks and benefits of recruiting Dustin.


"Is this Dustin trustworthy? We can't afford to invite a wolf into our fold," Billy cautioned.


Dustin's rise to the top eight would attract attention from various Dragon Country factions.


Convincing him to betray his country wouldn't be easy.


Even if Dustin agreed, his loyalty would remain uncertain.


Chapter 2619: A Sinister Plan


"Don't worry, Bear King. I'm confident I can recruit Dustin to our side," Noel said with a smile, revealing a vial of poison.


"This Poison, specifically designed for Dragon Country's experts, guarantees loyalty. Without my antidote, they'll die in three days." Billy's eyes lit up.


"Excellent! I didn't know you had a plan. Handle this, and don't disappoint me."


Using poison to control Dragon Country warriors was effective, as few would risk their lives.


But how many people were willing to gamble with their lives?


"Yes, sir!" Noel bowed and departed.


Given Dustin's impressive strength, recruiting him was worth any cost.


...

As night fell, Dustin was intercepted by Noel while heading to his room.


"Brother Dustin!" Noel approached with a smile.


"Elder Noel!" Dustin recognized him.


"May I have a word?" Noel asked, his voice low.


Dustin invited him in.


"Please, have a seat."


Inside, Dustin poured tea for them both and asked, "What brings you here tonight, Elder Noel?"


"First, congratulations on making it to the top eight. You're truly remarkable."


Noel's tone shifted.


"However, your actions today foiled our Temple of Gods' plans."


"Really? How so?" Dustin feigned surprise.


Noel leaned in.


"Those two foreign contestants you defeated were our people."


Dustin's eyes widened.


"Impossible! I had no idea. If I knew, I wouldn't have struck so hard."


He shook his head, pretending regret.


Dustin's acting skills were impeccable.


Chapter 2620: A Tempting Offer

"Brother Dustin, I didn't expect you to be so understated, able to defeat our Temple of Gods' experts. It's truly astonishing." Noel gazed deeply at Dustin, smiling.


"I'm not here to seek revenge or punishment. The two men were simply outmatched."


Dustin exhaled, relieved.


"Since you're not here to cause trouble, what brings you?" he asked.


Noel's smile widened.


"To be frank, Brother Dustin, your performance has caught our God-King's attention. He wishes for you to formally join our Temple of Gods and aid us in our great endeavor."


"Join the Temple of Gods?" Dustin hesitated.


"I'm just a humble, unrefined warrior. I don't deserve such an honor."


Noel chuckled.


"Modesty becomes you, Brother Dustin. Talent like yours is welcomed with open arms. I assure you, joining us will grant you priority cultivation, unlimited resources, and every advantage."


The Temple of Gods' vast network spanned the globe, with unparalleled wealth and resources.


Noel's confidence was palpable.


"Thank you for the offer, but I value my freedom. I'm not suited for constraints."


Noel set his teacup down, his expression serious.


"Don't decline hastily, Brother Dustin. I promise that, as a member, you'll retain your autonomy. Enjoy unrestricted freedom, with no obligation to report to me. Plus, I'll grant you God-Guard level authority and resources."


"God-Guard? That sounds impressive, What does it entails" Dustin asked, intrigued.


"In your Dragon Country terms, it's equivalent to a respected Sect Elder. God-Guards wield immense power, second only to the God-King. They're revered within our Temple."


"It sounds appealing," Dustin nodded.


Noel's tone shifted.


"While God-Guards enjoy freedom and power, they must occasionally serve the Temple's interests. It's necessary for maintaining credibility."


Chapter 2621: Poisonous Loyalty

"The Temple of Gods doesn't cuddle idle people. You want benefits without obligations? That's unrealistic." Dustin's expression remained unchanged.


"I'd rather you be straightforward, Elder Noel. What's it you really want'?"


Noel continued, "You're aware of our Temple's impending action after the tournament. For security, the target and timeline are still undecided."


"We'll let you lead the operation," Noel proposed. "If you succeed, becoming a God-Guard or even a Main God, equal to me in status, isn't out of the question!"


Dustin probed, "What exactly do you want me to do?"


Noel placed a vial on the table.


"First, take this."


Dustin eyes narrowed.


"Poison?"


Noel nodded calmly.


"Our Temple has rules. To prevent secrets leaking and mission failure, everyone must take the poison, including myself."


Dustin frowned.


"Do you have to be so ruthless?"


Noel reassured, "Don't worry, once the task is complete, our God-King will provide the antidote."


Dustin countered, "What if I fail?"

Noel's smile faltered briefly.


"No need to worry, our plan is meticulous. Following orders ensures success." Dustin declined.


"I appreciate your offer, but I prioritize my safety. I won't risk my life being controlled by others."


Dustin wasn't afraid of poison; he was strategizing to gain the Temple's trust.


A normal person would likely refuse such conditions. Excessive eagerness would raise suspicion.


As expected, Noel's smile broadened.


"If you had agreed readily, I'd suspect ulterior motives. Now, I trust you more."
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Chapter 2586: Phoenix Descending

As Abigail's foot touched the ground, she burst forth like a rocket, swiftly closing in on Black Kong, who was still airborne. With a fluid motion, she raised her long leg overhead and brought it down with axe-like force, striking Black Kong's back with a deafening "Boom!" The impact sent Black Kong plummeting towards the arena floor, his body spinning wildly.


Mid-air, a crimson fountain erupted from his mouth. The arena shook with a thunderous "Rumble!" as Black Kong's massive frame crashed into the ground, creating a human-shaped crater. Smoke billowed, and debris flew everywhere.


Black Kong's formidable defense couldn't withstand the devastating blow. His bones were shattered, his organs shifted, and he suffered grievous injuries. Against an ordinary master, his defense would be nearly impenetrable. But Abigail was no ordinary master – she was a GrandMaster who had awakened the Phoenix Bloodline!

Each punch and kick held crushing force capable of annihilating masters. Black Kong's ability to endure multiple blows without perishing was a testament to his exceptional resilience.


"It's far from over!" Abigail's demonic voice echoed in Black Kong's ears as he struggled to rise from the crater.


The next instant, her fist smashed into his face. "Boom!" Black Kong crumpled to the ground once more, the arena shuddering beneath him.


His face twisted, teeth scattered, and his vision blurred. Abigail loomed over him, her eyes icy.


"Trash!" "Boom!" Another punch landed.


"Think you can kill me?" "Boom!"


"With what skills?" "Boom!"


"What are you, even?" "Boom!"


Abigail's relentless barrage pounded Black Kong's face, her fists falling like torrential rain. Blood splattered everywhere. Initially, Black Kong showed some signs of life, but soon he lay motionless.


Chapter 2587: Brutal Domination

The only sound left was the relentless pounding of Abigail's fists against flesh: "Boom! Boom!"


Time lost all meaning until Abigail finally stopped. Covered in blood, she emerged from the crater, while Black Kong had long since succumbed to his injuries. His body was now unrecognizable – a gruesome mixture of flesh, blood, and shattered bones.


"Ugh! How vile!" Abigail spat on the corpse and wiped the blood from her face before nonchalantly walking off the arena.


The outcome was clear; no announcement was needed. The crowd's gaze fell upon Abigail's captivating face, and some men felt a chill run down their spines. Earlier, they had made light of her, but now, witnessing Black Kong's gruesome fate, they couldn't shake off the feeling of unease.


This woman showed no mercy once she struck. Black Kong's seemingly indestructible body was reduced to pulp. The thought sent shivers down their spines – they wouldn't dare underestimate her again.

"Bravo! Well done!" A lone voice pierced the silence, followed by thunderous applause and cheers.

"The Saintess of the Witchcraft Sect truly lives up to her reputation!"

"Ha! This is a proud moment for our Dragon Country!"

"That black giant was just a brute, daring to provoke our nation's warriors. He got what he deserved!"


The crowd's pent-up anger, kindled by Black Kong's earlier insults, was finally vented.


In the VIP section, Hank cracked a rare smile. "Master Morgan, your granddaughter is quite... ruthless. I must admit, I appreciate it."

Evelyn Morgan's expression remained serene. "That's not ruthless; if it were me, I'd have made him suffer an agonizing death. This was too easy for him."


Hank's smile faltered, and the others exchanged uneasy glances. They were reminded that Evelyn Morgan was the true embodiment of ruthlessness.


Chapter 2588: Unexpected Encounter

In a corner of the spectator seats, Father Adam furrowed his brow, his expression grave. He knew Black Kong's strength all too well – far superior to Bill Wolf, with his exceptional talents and genetic modifications. His physical power, defense, and speed had reached the pinnacle of human potential. Dragon Country's martial arts masters were no match for him.


Yet, he couldn't believe his eyes – Black Kong, the unstoppable force, had fallen to a woman. Not just defeated, but brutally pummeled to a pulp.


"Troubling indeed!" Father Adam narrowed his eyes, his face a picture of concern. The mission was proving more challenging than expected. Of the three who came, only he remained, a dire situation.


Fortunately, Dragon Country's top experts had already participated, so future opponents shouldn't be as formidable. Cautious progress would secure his spot in the top eight.


After the arena's repair, Drake announced, "The fourth match is about to begin. Please welcome contestants 4 and 13!"


Willa, contestant 4, rose from her seat, sword in hand, and walked towards the arena. Her victory in the Heavenly Gathering had propelled her into the top 16.


"Go, sister!" Lana cheered.


Reaching the top 8 would bring fame, recognition, and substantial rewards.


As Willa took her stance, a black-clad swordsman soon followed. His sharp eyes and stalwart figure reminded her of Finn Sanchez.


But then she froze.


"Senior Brother?"


Her opponent was , Lucas Myers her fellow Sword Sect disciple!


Lucas Myers's prowess was renowned within the sect, second only to Finn Sanchez. His swordsmanship was unmatched, though his low profile kept him out of the spotlight.


His impressive record included exchanging three blows with Sect Master Hank without defeat.


"What a coincidence, Junior sister" Lucas said, his voice laced with surprise.


Chapter 2589: A Wise Concession

Lucas smiled warmly. "Why don't we spar like old times?"


Willa shook her head, amused. "When have I ever won against you, Senior brother?"


Their swordsmanship wasn't comparable; Lucas Myers's expertise far surpassed hers.


"I concede," Willa said, bowing graciously. "No need to waste your time."


Lucas raised an eyebrow. "You're not one to give up easily, Junior sister."


Willa smiled. "This isn't an internal sect spar. Save your energy for tomorrow's formidable foes."


Lucas understood, nodding. "Thanks for the consideration, Junior sister."


"Good luck tomorrow, Senior brother," Willa said before departing the arena.


"Contestant 4 concedes, Contestant 13 wins!" Drake announced.


The crowd murmured, divided between disappointment and admiration.


"No fight at all! What a waste!"


"So spineless!"


"I think it's smart. No need to exhaust each other."


"This woman's got strategy; giving up her chance to advance."


Willa's concession sparked debate.


Drake moved on. "Next match! Please welcome contestants 5 and 12!"


A loud "Clang" echoed as a golden blade soared through the air, embedding itself in the arena with a resounding "Thud."


The crowd gasped, mesmerized by the gleaming knife.


Chapter 2590: The Formidable Crazy Wave

Before the contestant appeared, a knife fell from the sky, emitting a fierce aura.


"This knife looks familiar... I've seen it before."


"Isn't that the Golden Flame Knife of the Blood Mad Sect's leader?"


"Blood Mad Sect's leader? Isn't he past the age limit?"


"I heard he passed the Golden Flame Knife to his favorite disciple, Wesson, ranked 8th on the Heavenly Prodigy List!"


Amidst the murmurs, a black-clad figure emerged, landing on the arena with a loud "Boom!"


He was Wesson, the renowned warrior.


As the 8th-ranked expert on the Heavenly Pride List, his cultivation was profound, and his knife skills astonished all. Undefeated since his rise to fame.


"What a headache, running into this scourge."


In the spectator seats, Azalea looked at her number ball, stood up, and reluctantly walked to the arena.


Though the Saintess had given her valuable treasures, she lacked confidence.


Those treasures might work against ordinary sect masters but were unreliable against Wesson.


Determined not to disappoint the Saintess or shame the Witchcraft Sect, Azalea steeled herself.


"A woman?" Wesson raised an eyebrow, disappointed.


He craved a strong opponent from the Heavenly Prodigy List, not an unknown female.


Defeating a woman wouldn't earn him recognition.


"Azalea of the Witchcraft Sect, please teach me."


Azalea smiled, her beauty captivating the audience.


"Save yourself the trouble and concede."


Wesson's expression remained stoic, his eyes unwavering.


Beauty didn't move him; his knife was his true passion.


Chapter 2591: Clash of Power

Wesson remained unphased by Azalea's charms. "No time for romance; let's focus on the fight."


Azalea feigned vulnerability. "Since you insist, I'll endure. Please, don't hold back."


Wesson showed no emotion. "Don't expect mercy."


The audience, however, was captivated by Azalea's beauty.


The match began, and Azalea yielded, appearing harmless.


Wesson seized the initiative, summoning his Golden Flame Knife with a swift grab.


As he charged forward, his knife left a trail of sparks on the arena floor.


Azalea retaliated with "Heavenly Maiden Scatters Flowers," unleashing hundreds of hidden projectiles.


Wesson sneered, "Child's play!"


With a swift knife turn, he conjured a towering golden wave, engulfing the projectiles.


The wave surged, unfazed by the onslaught, and continued toward Azalea.


Its terrifying pressure sent shivers through the crowd.


Azalea's strategy was shattered.


Chapter 2592: Overwhelmed

Azalea's eyes widened as Wesson's golden tide engulfed her.


She hadn't expected such ferocity.


Without hesitation, she produced a crimson paper umbrella – the legendary Aethon Umbrella.


Its ancient symbols flashed, spinning wildly.


The crowd recognized the umbrella, once the treasured defense artifact of Luxin Sect.


"Attack!" Azalea pushed the umbrella forward.


A blood-red light shield enveloped her, deflecting Wesson's assault.


The shield trembled, its shape distorting under the relentless barrage.


Azalea, within the shield, focused on her seals, her face set in determination.


Sweat beaded on her forehead as Wesson's attacks tested her limits.


Even with the Aethon Umbrella, she struggled.


Wesson raised an eyebrow, intrigued.


With his keen insight, he saw Azalea was merely an average newly-minted master.


He hadn't expected her to have a defensive artifact.


"No need to hold back!" Wesson declared.


His golden long knife sliced through the air, unleashing a colossal blade energy.


The shield shattered, and the Aethon Umbrella fell, its light extinguished.


Azalea stumbled backward.


Wesson's advantage was clear; the outcome decided from the start.


Chapter 2593: Unexpected Turn

Azalea retreated, her face pale and lips bleeding, from Wesson's attack.


"You can't block my knife without the Aethon Umbrella!" Wesson declared.


Azalea swiftly pulled out a blue talisman and threw it at the golden blade energy.


A blue lightning bolt shot out, striking Wesson and sending him stumbling backward.


His clothes were tattered, hair charred.


Wesson's eyes widened in disbelief, staring at his wounded chest.


The blue lightning had caused significant damage.


The audience gasped.


"How did she injure Wesson?"


"Unbelievable! That woman's strength is remarkable!"


"Was that Infernal Mountain's divine talisman?"


"Exactly! Only their talismans could harm Wesson."


The crowd buzzed with questions.


Wesson's shock turned to anger.


Azalea's smile hinted at her unexpected advantage.


Abigail, in the spectator seats, grinned.


"Thanks, Little Master !" she said to Karson.


All eyes shifted to Karson.


Dragonmarsh's three giants –Hank, Jeffrey, Evelyn Morgan – and Infernal Mountain's new heavenly master, Marlon, stared at him.


Karson froze, sweating.


He regretted his gamble.


"Losing over a dozen divine talismans and being exposed... I'm in trouble."


Chapter 2594: Unleashing the Demon Blade

Wesson's expression darkened, "How did you obtain Infernal Mountain's divine talisman?"


Azalea smiled mischievously, "It's a secret."


She had received three talismans from the Holy Maiden and used one effectively.


Wesson snorted, "You think one talisman will defeat me? Foolish!"


He discarded his golden knife and drew a black, broken blade from his back.


The air around him shifted, enveloping him in dark, ominous energy.


"Wow! Wesson is going all out!"


"That knife looks eerie, filled with dark, evil energy!"


"Is that the legendary Demon Blade, one of the top ten famous knives in the world? It was said to be broken and sealed away!"


"Combined with Blood Mad Sect domineering knife technique, this is a terrifying combination! The Witchcraft Sect's disciple is in danger!"


The audience watched in awe and terror.


Using the Demon Blade was extremely challenging; its dark energy could drive users mad.


Yet Wesson seemed unfazed, fully controlling the blade.


"You've forced me to unleash the Demon Blade; even in death, you'll be glorious!" Wesson declared.


With a swift motion, he struck with the Demon Blade.


Simple, yet devastating.


Chapter 2595: Narrow Escape

As Wesson's Demon Blade struck, a dark, ink-like blade energy swept out, engulfing everything.


The air condensed, and the ground corroded wherever it passed.


Azalea swiftly activated her Aethon Umbrella, summoning a crimson wall to block the attack.


But the black blade energy effortlessly pierced the defense, shattering the umbrella.


Azalea retreated, unleashing a barrage of hidden weapons.


However, they disintegrated upon contact with the black blade energy.


Cornered, Azalea shouted, "I concede!"


A blue lightning bolt descended, striking the black blade energy and dispersing it.


Wesson's anger flared.


Just as he was about to deliver the final blow, Judge Drake appeared, shielding Azalea.


"12th contestant has conceded. No need to pursue," Drake stated calmly.


The rules were clear: victory by defeat, ring elimination, or concession.


Drake intervened, protecting Azalea.


Azalea thanked Drake, still shaken.


That blade was terrifying; without his intervention, she would've been doomed.


The gap between her and the top-ranked fighters was vast.


Even with powerful treasures, she couldn't compensate.


Fortunately, her quick thinking saved her.


Chapter 2596: The Next Challenger

Wesson glared at Azalea, then left the stage, his pride wounded.


Winning against a weaker opponent brought no honor, and he'd been injured.


This was the first time he'd been so thoroughly embarrassed since gaining fame.


Though the divine talisman was unexpected, he'd undeniably lost face.


Determined to redeem himself, Wesson vowed to defeat any Witchcraft Sect disciple he'd face tomorrow.


Judge Drake declared Wesson the winner, and the audience applauded.


Azalea returned to her seat, apologizing to Abigail.


"It's okay, living is what matters," Abigail reassured her.

"Please Invite Contestants No 6 and No 11 to stage" The next match began, and Zhang Qi Zheng announced the contestants.

"Hahahahaha, it's finally my turn"

Suddenly, a loud laugh echoed through the arena, followed by a cyan figure appearing and disappearing in the air.


The crowd gasped in awe.


"What was that? Instant teleportation?"


"Too fast, couldn't see clearly."


"That's likely a 'shrinking distance' technique, allowing the user to blink between locations within a certain range."


The audience marveled at the mysterious display.


This tournament showcased incredible talents and techniques.


The outcome remained uncertain until the very end.


The cyan figure reappeared on the stage, challenging their opponent.


"Where's my opponent? Come forth and fight!"


Chapter 2597: The Battle Between Two Titans

The cyan-robed man stood tall, his presence commanding attention.


"I apologize for the wait!" a clear voice rang out.


Zion , a stunningly handsome man in white, appeared, floating across the distance.


"Harmonious Sect disciple, Zion, at your service!" He bowed gracefully.


His ethereal aura and beauty captivated the audience.


Even Violet, renowned for her beauty, was astonished.


Zion's looks were unmatched, rivaling hers.


The cyan-robed man, Kooper, seemed displeased.


"Zion? Never heard of you."


Zion smiled, "May I inquire about your esteemed name?"


"I am Kooper, no sect or clan," the man replied proudly.


Zion eyes lit up, "Ah, Kooper, ranked 10th on the Prodigy List! Honored to meet you."

Kooper had concealed his identity earlier.


The audience buzzed with excitement.


"Looks like Kooper is quite formidable."


"Ranking 10th on Prodigy List isn't easy."


"I heard Kooper masters mysterious arts, unpredictable tactics."


"This will be an exciting battle!"


Kooper smirked, "Now that you know my name, why hesitate? Concede and save us time."


Zion chuckled, "I've come too far to yield. I'll give it my all."


Kooper sneered, "You think you can defeat me? You underestimate the Heavenly Prodigy List's caliber!"


In his eyes, Zion was delusional.


Chapter 2598: Elusive Foe

Zion smiled calmly, "The prodigy list experts are unparalleled, but we can't yield without a fight. I'll give it my all."


Kooper sneered, "Since you're so reckless, come then. I'll see your skills."


Zion bowed and struck with his Ice Frost Palm, a swift and deadly blow.


The palm wind froze the air and ground, showcasing the technique's fearsome power.


Legend had it that Ice Frost Palm could petrify or even kill with a single hit.


Zion aimed to defeat Kooper with his strongest move.


However, his attack hit only a shadow.


Kooper reappeared behind Zion, chuckling, "Your speed is too slow."


Zion spun around and attacked again, faster and more forceful.


Kooper dismissed his efforts, "Futile."


The second palm struck air, generating a deafening boom.


Kooper's voice came from another direction, "Where are you hitting? I'm here."


Zion located Kooper by sound and countered with another swift palm.


However, Kooper vanished again.


"Too slow! You'll never touch me," Kooper teased, his shadow dancing around the stage.


Zion's attacks continued to miss, frustrated by Kooper's elusive movements.


Kooper's speed and agility proved overwhelming.


Chapter 2599: Turning the Tables

Kooper's unpredictable movements, akin to instantaneous teleportation, rendered Zion's attacks futile.


The audience watched in awe, recognizing the vast power gap.


"Unbelievable! His movement skills are unmatched."


"Threatening Zion with just his agility? Impressive."


"Some people just can't accept defeat. Why suffer such humiliation?"


In the spectator seats, Lana worried about Zion struggles.


"Big sister, Zion's situation looks grim. He'll lose soon."


Willa nodded, "Although Zion is talented, he can't compare to the monsters on the Heavenly Prodigy List."


The top-ranked geniuses overshadowed others.


On the stage, Kooper continued to toy with Zion.


"Come on, faster! Don't Make me wait!"


Zion remained silent, intensifying his assault.


Suddenly, Kooper's words were cut off by a swift palm strike.


For once, Kooper's body hadn't fully solidified after reappearing, leaving him vulnerable.


Zion seized the moment, landing a powerful blow.


Kooper's body flew backward.


The crowd gasped.


Zion's relentless attacks finally paid off.


Kooper's smirk faltered.


The tide of the battle shifted.


2600: Counterattack

Kooper was stunned by the palm strike.


He felt his qi and blood congeal, his body numb and immobile, unable to circulate his qi.


Zion's Ice Frost Palm had instantly paralyzed him.


Despite Kooper's exceptional strength, he couldn't avoid the attack.


The audience gasped in shock.


"This is impossible! He actually got hit!"


"Must be luck. Even a blind cat can catch a dead mouse sometimes."


They thought the outcome was certain, with Kooper dominating.


But this unexpected turn of events shifted the momentum.


As Kooper lost control, Zion seized the opportunity.


He swiftly closed in and struck again.


Kooper's eyes widened, but before he could react, another palm struck his chest.


His body crashed onto the stage, sending up dust and debris.


The audience erupted into cheers.


Kooper spat out blood, his hair disheveled, clothes tattered.


He underestimated Zion's quick counterattack.


With his instant teleportation ability, Kooper's physical defense was weak.


Two palms had left him severely injured and disoriented.


Before he could catch his breath, Zion struck again.


A icy aura enveloped Kooper, and a massive palm shadow descended.


"This is too much!" Kooper fumed.


Facing imminent defeat, he risked damaging his meridians to summon a protective shield.

A deafening crash ensued.


Chapter 2601: Triple Shadow Split

The white palm shadow heavily struck Kooper's protective shield, unleashing a massive energy wave. The shield lasted only a second before shattering. That brief moment saved Kooper's life.

As the white palm shadow pressed down, Kooper finally regained control of his body and executed the Instant Teleportation technique. The palm shadow blasted into the deep pit, producing a deafening roar that shook the entire arena.

Kooper reappeared 50 meters away, spitting out blood. Previously, his meridians were ice-sealed, and forcibly circulating his Qi to protect himself had damaged many meridians, exacerbating his injuries and affecting his future cultivation.


"Fortunately, the damage is bearable compared to taking that palm strike," Kooper thought.


Zion couldn't help but feel disappointed. "Pity." He had hoped to swiftly end the battle, but Kooper chose to sacrifice some meridians instead.


"Amazing! Kooper is severely injured! This is unexpected!" someone exclaimed.


"The so-called Heaven's Pride expert is utterly humiliated!" another spectator jeered.


Some onlookers believed Kooper's wounds resulted from underestimating Zion.


Kooper's ferocious gaze locked onto Zion, his eyes filled with killing intent. "You've enraged me, awakening a fierce beast!"


Zion remained silent, observing Kooper as his Qi continued to flow.


"I'll show you the consequences of angering me!" Kooper roared, his body suddenly splitting into three.


Each of the three Kooper's transformed again, creating nine identical figures. The nine Kooper's surrounded Zion, attacking from multiple directions.


"Die!"


Chapter 2602: Frenzied Attack

"Die!" Nine Kooper's roared simultaneously, launching a relentless assault on Zion. Their shadows darted around the arena, making it impossible to distinguish between real and fake.


Zion swiftly activated his Qi, conjuring a white protective shield around himself.


"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom..." The shield formed just in time to withstand the barrage of punches, each strike causing the shield to tremble.


Kooper's fury intensified, his fists pounding the shield like a stormy sea. "You think you can block me? I'll tear you apart!"


Humiliated by his injuries, Kooper sought to reclaim his dominance.


Zion focused on maintaining his shield, calling upon his Qi to reinforce its strength. He couldn't discern the real Kooper among the duplicates.


As the assault continued, Zion's shield began to falter.


"This is insane! Who can withstand his combined Instant Teleportation and clone technique?" someone exclaimed.


"Indeed, a Heaven's Pride expert is truly exceptional! Despite his injuries, he still unleashes terrifying power!" another spectator marveled.


Some pitied Zion, who had almost won but was now struggling.


"The Harmonious Sect disciple is in trouble!" Lana fretted.


Willa shook her head. "Kooper has unleashed his full strength as a Heaven's Pride expert. His Instant Teleportation and clone technique make him nearly unbeatable. Zion's defense won't suffice."


Unless Zion had an ace up his sleeve...


"Die! Die! Die! Go die!" Kooper's enraged roar echoed through the arena.


Chapter 2603: Counterattack

Kooper's frenzy intensified, unleashing a maelstrom of punches and shadows upon Zion's protective shield. Cracks spread across the shield like spider webs.


Emboldened, Kooper struck harder, determined to shatter the shield and instantly kill Zion.


Zion, facing crisis, closed his eyes. Kooper's clone technique and teleportation made it impossible to track him visually; only immense perception could capture his subtle trajectory.


As kooper onslaught continued, the shield's cracks deepened. With a final, mighty punch, the shield shattered.


Seizing the opportunity, Kooper's clones and main body targeted Zion's vital spots.


Just then, Zion opened his eyes and countered with a single finger, unleashing destructive force that warped the surrounding space.


Kooper's fist crashed onto Zion, who was sent flying over 10 meters, sliding several meters before stopping.


Zion's mouth and nose bled profusely, clearly severely injured.


Meanwhile, Kooper remained motionless, his face etched with shock and disbelief.


His clones and shadows vanished, leaving only his main body standing.


"You...how did you...?" Kooper stuttered, pointing at Zion, before coughing up blood and collapsing unconscious.


Chapter 2604: Stunned Silence

The entire arena fell silent, with all eyes fixed on Kooper's unconscious body. The outcome left everyone stunned.


Just moments before, Kooper held the upper hand, pounding Zion's shield. But in an instant, Kooper collapsed.


The sudden turn of events left the audience dumbfounded.


"What just happened? How did Kooper lose?" someone asked.


"This is absurd! One second he's winning, the next he's defeated!" another spectator exclaimed.


"The twists and turns in this match are mind-boggling!" someone else remarked.


The silence gave way to a flurry of excited chatter.


"How did Zion win?" Lana asked, eyes wide with wonder.


"Unbelievable!" Willa beautiful eyes sparkled with surprise. "Zion seized the opportunity and turned the tables!"

Others shared similar reactions, stunned by the unexpected outcome.

"Doctor Dustin, your friend is incredible, defeating Kooper against all odds!" someone exclaimed.


Violet and others nodded in agreement, acknowledging Kooper's superior strength.


"Kooper underestimated his opponent, giving Zion chances," Aaron remarked.


"He may not have shown extraordinary strength, but Zion's ability to seize opportunities is remarkable. His precision in capturing fleeting weaknesses is rare," Aaron added, having closely observed the battle.


Zion's victory hinged on identifying Kooper's true body among the clones.


Chapter 2605: A Deserved Victory

Zion's triumph wasn't just luck; it was a testament to his exceptional strength. Identifying Kooper's true body amidst clones, predicting its landing spot, and seizing the fleeting opportunity – all demonstrated his remarkable abilities.


Kooper's defeat was well-deserved, as his injuries and relatively weaker physique made him vulnerable to Zion's counterattack.


Zion let out a relieved sigh on the arena stage, his tense nerves unwinding.


"That was close," he thought. "If I hadn't detected Kooper's subtle weakness, I'd have had no chance."


Kooper's clone technique and teleportation made him formidable. This victory had a significant element of luck.


"Ranking tenth on the Heaven's Pride List, Kooper was already a formidable foe. I dread thinking about the strength of those ranked higher."


Zion had achieved his goal by advancing to the top eight, bringing honor to Harmonious Sect.


The sixth match concluded, and the seventh began. Ethan of Green mystic Sect faced Harrison of Truth Sect. Both were renowned talents from prestigious sects.


The battle commenced, with neither showing mercy. Various unusual tactics unfolded as they fought fiercely, each concerned with their sect's reputation.


After intense combat, Ethan emerged victorious but badly injured.


The seventh match concluded, and the eighth began.


"The eighth and final match today: please welcome contestants 8 and 9!" Drake's voice announced.


Dustin stretched, then walked onto the stage.


"I knew it," he thought, anticipating his opponent.


It was Father Adam, the foreign cultivator from the Western Temple!


Chapter 2606: Confronting Adam

"Go, Dr. Dustin! Fight!" Violet and her sister cheered, sparking a chorus of support from the crowd.


Dustin's popularity soared after his victory over the Blood Clan, and now, facing another foreign opponent, the audience rallied behind him.


Dragon Country's people united against external foes, setting aside internal conflicts.


As Dustin took the stage, Father Adam, the ninth contestant, emerged. Unlike Bill Wolf and Black Kong George, Father Adam, known as the Angel's Dust, seemed unassuming.


However, Dustin recognized the facade. Among Western Temple's three experts, Adam was the strongest.


"I sense you're a formidable opponent. Winning won't be easy," Adam said, his gaze locked onto Dustin.


Dustin smiled coldly. "You'll be lucky to leave alive."


Adam chuckled. "You're confident, but can you back it up?"


"Let's find out," Dustin replied, unfazed.


Adam sneered, transforming his body. Black scales covered him like armor, concealing vulnerabilities.


His arms morphed into razor-sharp black blades, similar to Black Kong's weapons.


Adam's genetic modifications surpassed Black Kong's, making him a more formidable foe.


Chapter 2607: Adam's Fierce Assault

Adam's body fused the advantages of dozens of species, enhancing his speed, strength, defense, reaction, recovery, and senses.


He was a nearly perfect killing machine, with no weaknesses.


"Show me your weapons," Father Adam said, arms spreading, knife blades scraping the ground with ease.


"You'll see them when you're dead," Dustin replied, smiling.


Father Adam's expression darkened. "Arrogant!"


The match began, and Father Adam charged like an arrow, attacking first.


His peak physical state and acute senses allowed him to detect any weakness.


"Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!"
Dustin flicked his wrist, launching three silver needles.


Two targeted Adam's eyes; one aimed for his heart.


Father Adam didn't flinch, swinging his knives to deflect the needles.


The third needle struck his chest, but Father Adam's scales deflected it, sparking on impact.


The needle bent and fell, harmless.


"Interesting," Dustin said, intrigued.


His silver needles, effective against ordinary martial artists, had no effect on Father Adam.


Adam closed in, knife blades slashing toward Dustin's neck, bearing destructive energy.


"Die!" Father Adam shouted.


Dustin's eyes narrowed, focus intensifying.

Chapter 2608: Father Adam's Regeneration

Facing Father Adam's slashing knife, Dustin calmly extended two fingers, clamping the blade.


The knife halted, emitting a soft hum and radiating cold light.


Father Adam's eyes widened in shock. His knife, capable of cutting iron like mud, had been stopped by just two fingers.


"Is he also a genetically modified monster?" Father Adam wondered.


Before Adam could react, Dustin twisted his fingers.


The knife snapped, its sound echoing.


Father Adam's eyebrows furrowed, but he swiftly swung another knife at Dustin's head.


Dustin repeated his move, clamping and twisting, breaking the second knife.


Father Adam stumbled back, his knives shattered.


"You have more tricks?" Dustin asked.


"Everything's just beginning!" Father Adam declared, arms spreading wide.


His broken knives began to regenerate at an alarming rate, restoring themselves within moments.


Father Adam's body, infused with dozens of powerful species' genes, included the Blood Clan's enhanced recovery abilities.


"Impressive," Dustin said, eyes narrowing.


Father Adam's regeneration speed surpassed Black Kong's.

"Here I come again!" Father Adam charged forward, unfazed.


Dustin prepared for the next attack, intrigued by Father Adam's abilities.


Chapter 2609: Adam's Transformation

Father Adam swung his arms, slashing two knives toward Dustin's neck like giant scissors.


Dustin swiftly closed the distance, landing a powerful punch on Father Adam's chest.


The impact shattered Father Adam's scales, creating a bloody crater.


Father Adam flew back, but quickly regained footing, performing a backward flip.


Examining his chest, Father Adam furrowed his brow. Dustin's strength exceeded his expectations.


Father Adam realized Dustin was more formidable than Aaron, the fifth-ranked Heaven's Prodigy List cultivator.


To end the fight quickly, Father Adam activated his third transformation.


His body expanded, muscles bulging, scales turning red, and his face contorted into a beastly visage.


Two crimson horns sprouted from his head, and a lizard-like tail grew from his lower back.


The crowd gasped in horror.


"What the...? This is terrifying!"


"He's an actual demon!"


"Dustin's in trouble; this monster looks incredibly powerful!"


"How can he transform like that?!"


The sudden transformation stunned everyone.


Father Adam's previous form, though unusual, retained human features.


Now, he was a towering, three-meter monster with red scales, sharp claws, and jagged teeth.


His demonic appearance sent shivers down spectators' spines.


Would Dustin be able to withstand this monstrous foe?


Chapter 2610: Clash of Titans

After transforming into a demon, Father Adam's aura underwent a profound transformation. The air around him pulsed with blood energy, his face twisted into a ferocious visage, yet his eyes remained icy and unyielding.

The audience felt an overwhelming pressure emanating from his very presence, as if a superior deity was gazing down upon them. The sensation was indescribable, yet unmistakable.


"You've forced me to unleash my third form," Father Adam declared, his voice now low and menacing. "You should be proud."

His hand morphed into a dry, razor-sharp claw, and his scarlet eyes locked onto Dustin with an unnerving intensity.

Dustin's expression remained steadfast. "You look intimidating, but let's see how you fight."

Father Adam's cruel smile twisted his face. "You'll soon understand the consequences of angering me."


"I'm not interested in talking," Dustin retorted. "Come at me."

"I'll send you to hell!" Father Adam snarled, vanishing and reappearing before Dustin in an instant.

His claw slashed through the air, leaving a trail of chilling glow.

The audience gasped. "Too fast!"

But Dustin countered Adam's attack with lightning speed. A simple yet powerful punch collided with Father Adam's claw, unleashing a deafening explosion that shook the air.

The impact sent both fighters stumbling backward, their footsteps leaving deep impressions in the ground.


As they regained their footing, their eyes met in a moment of mutual surprise.


Dustin hadn't anticipated Father Adam's transformed strength to be so formidable.


Father Adam, too, reevaluated Dustin's power, recognizing that his opponent's abilities far transcended human limitations.


Chapter 2611: Frenzied Clash


The two combatants remained silent, pausing briefly before charging at each other once more. Their intense collision had begun.


Since their strength was evenly matched, they would contest speed, defense, reaction, recovery, and combat skills. Many factors would decide the outcome; power was just one aspect.


"Boom, boom, boom, boom, boom..." Their bodies intertwined on the arena, each punch and kick carrying terrifying force. The arena bore the brunt, with craters and fissures forming.

The aftermath of their battle radiated outward, resembling a catastrophic landslide or tsunami.

To safeguard the audience, Judge Drake activated the protective barrier, enveloping the entire arena.


While ordinary spectators couldn't perceive it, Drake recognized that both Dustin and Father Adam had reached the Ultimate GrandMaster's realm.


Ultimate Grand Masters clashed differently; their battles were far more ferocious. One misstep could result in massive casualties.


"Dustin's ability to trade blows with this monster is impressive!"


"Shouldn't Dustin qualify for the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings?"


"If he wins, he'll surely secure a spot. But if he loses, his life will be forfeit."


The audience watched, mesmerized and discussing:


"Dustin and Father Adam's speed is breathtaking! Who's stronger?"


"This battle surpasses all previous ones in intensity and destruction."


"Even Judge Drake activated the barrier prematurely, a first!"


They wondered who would emerge victorious, but an ominous feeling lingered.


Father Adam's monstrous transformation granted him superior strength, speed, and durability.


Unlike Dustin, Father Adam was impervious to exhaustion, his energy replenishing with each strike.


As the battle raged on, Dustin's human limitations would eventually succumb to Father Adam's relentless onslaught.


The crowd held onto hope, praying Dustin had an ace up his sleeve to turn the tide.

Otherwise, the consequences would be dire!


Chapter 2612: Unleashing True Power


On the arena, Dustin countered Father Adam's attacks, defending against each blow and retaliating in kind. However, his strikes barely harmed Father Adam.

Father Adam's red scales proved far harder than his previous black scales, complemented by his monstrous physique, making him nearly invulnerable.


Dustin's punches and kicks merely produced a hollow "boom" upon impact, inflicting minimal damage.


Even targeting Father Adam's weak spots and shattering his scales wouldn't decide the outcome, given Father Adam's terrifying recovery abilities.


Father Adam could heal from grave injuries, including a pierced chest, in mere breaths.


Dustin realized that continuing this way was futile and would only drain his energy, potentially giving Father Adam an opening.

The current stalemate required a new strategy; swords would be necessary to claim victory.

Meanwhile, Father Adam was equally impressed and frustrated.


"Difficult foe indeed. To defeat him, I must evolve into my final form!"


Normally, his third form sufficed to annihilate enemies, but Dustin's strength had Father Adam reevaluating.


Father Adam decided to unlock his full potential, disregarding the risks.


With a fierce collision, both fighters retreated, each lost in thought.


Father Adam initiated his transformation, unleashing a surge of bloodline power.


Two fleshy protrusions emerged on his back, rapidly growing and piercing through his skin.


In an instant, these growths transformed into colossal bat wings, spanning nearly ten meters wide.


Their majestic spread eclipsed the sun, radiating an aura of dread.


Father Adam's new form resembled the legendary Demon King.


His mere presence exuded overwhelming pressure, striking fear into the hearts of onlookers.


Chapter 2613: Ascending Fury


"Damn it! He's transformed again! Is this guy unstoppable?!" The audience erupted into chaos as Father Adam's sudden change left them stunned.


Some couldn't help but curse aloud.


"This priest's aura has risen to another level; he's becoming increasingly terrifying. Dustin in trouble!" Lily expression turned grim as she watched the shifting landscape.


She rooted for Dustin, but Father Adam's transformations made him formidable.


His strength now bordered on the unimaginable.


Dustin's survival, let alone victory, seemed a blessing from above.


"I must admit, Western experts, combined with genetic modification, can transcend human limits," Aaron said, shaking his head.

He had confidence in beating Father Adam after his third transformation.

Now, he had no assurance.

Unless Dustin broke through, there was no hope.


Father Adam, now demonic, spread his wings and soared into the air.


"Despicable human, you've enraged me! I'll tear you apart!"


Forced to reveal his full potential, Father Adam vowed to annihilate Dustin.


"Is that so? Let's see if you have the capability," Dustin retorted, extending his hand.

"Azure Sky sword!"


A black flash crossed the sky.


A black longsword descended from the heavens, landing precisely in Dustin's hand.


Its dark, icy aura emanated an ominous energy.


"Azure Sky Sword? Could it be... him?" A few spectators recognized the sword and gasped in shock.


The sword's reputation preceded it, listed on the Divine Weapon Rankings.


Those who recognized the Sky Sword linked it to its wielder.


"Scoff! Do you think a single sword can stop me?" Father Adam sneered.


"I'll show you the true meaning of fear!"


With a blood-curdling scream, Father Adam plunged from the sky.


His speed and ferocity rivaled a falling star.

The arena trembled, anticipating the collision.


Chapter 2614: Annihilation


As Father Adam descended, Dustin made a swift gesture, unleashing his sword with lightning speed.


"Whoosh!" A black sword aura shot out, tearing through the sky with unmatched momentum, bearing an unstoppable destructive force.


Father Adam's expression changed; his refined senses detected the devastating energy within the sword.


He knew that if struck, his life would be forfeit.


Without hesitation, Father Adam abandoned his attack, instinctively flapping his wings to dodge.


However, Dustin's sword was faster.


As Father Adam sidestepped, the black sword aura pierced through, drawing forth a cascade of blood and painting half the sky crimson.


Father Adam shrieked in agony.


His shoulder, arm, and wing were ripped apart, his blood raining down.


Stumbling, Father Adam crashed onto the arena.


A single sword strike had crippled half his body.


"You...how did you become so powerful?!" Father Adam asked, his face etched with terror, disregarding his wounds.


With the sword, Dustin transformed; his presence became that of a harbinger of death.


Most frightening was the sword's ability to suppress Father Adam's regenerative powers.


His wounds wouldn't heal rapidly as before.


"You've impressed me, but it ends here," Dustin said, raising his Sky Sword.


"Wait! I concede..." Adam panicked, but Dustin's second sword aura already approached.

Its destructive energy silenced all.

Father Adam's desperate cry echoed through the arena.

The next instant, the black sword aura pierced him, and his body froze before explosively shattering into a bloody, flesh-filled spectacle that engulfed the entire arena.

The crowd fell silent, awestruck and speechless.


Chapter 2615: Unprecedented Dominance


The crowd stared in awe, faces filled with incredulity.


No one expected Dustin to be so formidable with his sword, exceeding all expectations.


Father Adam, with wings, had boosted his strength and gained flight capabilities.


His agility and charging power had increased multiple-fold.


Everyone thought Dustin would be helpless against this enhanced Father Adam.


Yet, Dustin not only held his ground but effortlessly slaughtered Father Adam with just two swords.


The once-invincible "Demon King" Father Adam was now a mess of blood and flesh.


"Amazing!"


"My god! Did I just see that? The monster's gone?"


"Terrifying! I've never seen such a powerful sword!"


"Two swords to slay the demon! Unbelievable!"


"I underestimated him. He's the biggest dark horse in this competition!"


"Who is he? Why haven't I seen him before?"


"I won't accept the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings without him!" Willa exclaimed.


The audience erupted into chaos after a brief silence.


Their gazes at Dustin held surprise, awe, curiosity, and admiration.


As a Dragon Country citizen, Dustin's victory brought glory to their nation.


"I declare 8th contestant Dustin the winner!" Drake's voice thundered.


Even the usually composed judge was shocked.


He felt that even he might not withstand those two swords.


Dustin's youthful prowess marked him as a prodigy.


"Great! Doctor Dustin won!" Lily and her sister cheered.


Margaret, seated nearby, breathed a sigh of relief.


Aaron's eyes locked onto Dustin, his brow furrowed in astonishment.


Those two swords resonated with a familiar aura.


He recalled the person he met in Stonia last year.


Heavenly Prodigy Rankings' top-ranked Logan Rhys!


"Could it be him?" Aaron wondered.


Chapter 2616: Emerging Champions


"This competition just got interesting. It won't be dull after all." Finn Sanchez, a Sword Sect representative, narrowed his eyes, his usually stoic face showing rare interest.


As a swordsman, his greatest thrill was challenging formidable foes.


The stronger the opponent, the more excited he became.


Dustin's performance had caught his attention.


Those two swift and deadly sword strikes, with sword energy rivaling his own, made Dustin a worthy opponent.


Such a formidable swordsman was the perfect whetstone to hone his skills.


Finn Sanchez wasn't the only one who thought so.


Dustin's stunning defeat of Father Adam had captivated the audience, transforming him into a dark horse.


In most people's eyes, Dustin had emerged as a top contender, capable of reaching the top three.


His value skyrocketed as major sects and clans extended lucrative offers.

They sought to cultivate this exceptional talent into a dominant force.


However, attracting Dustin was one thing; succeeding was another.

The tournament's round of 16 concluded with Dustin's triumph.

All three foreign challengers were defeated, their fates sealed.


This competition had been full of unexpected twists and turns.


No one could predict the outcome until the very end.


Dustin, Karson, and Zion were the dark horses.


Initially underestimated, they emerged victorious in spectacular fashion.


Besides these three, the other contestants showcased their unique strengths.


After rigorous elimination, the strongest eight remained.


Tomorrow, the true champion would be crowned among these eight.


This title held more value than the Heavenly Prodigy Rankings.


While the rankings estimated a warrior's strength based on various factors, the arena competition was a genuine test of martial prowess.


No room for deception; only the strongest would reign supreme.


As night descended upon Infernal Mountain, the lively atmosphere subsided.


The top eight contestants either conserved energy or secretly plotted, preparing hidden aces.


Chapter 2617: Critical Moment

Tomorrow's competition was crucial, with all factions focusing on the top three spots. The eight remaining contestants aimed to make a name for themselves in the martial arts world.


The forces backing these contestants were equally tense, knowing that securing a top three position would bring substantial rewards and bolster their sect's reputation.

To ensure success, each faction brought out their trump cards, bestowing them upon their disciples.

In a secluded mountain villa thirty kilometers from Infernal Mountain, Bear King Billy indulged in a lavish feast.


Noel, the main god of the Temple of Gods, rushed in with an urgent expression.


"Billy, our A plan has failed!" Noel announced gravely. "The three experts we sent to challenge Dragon Country's warriors have been annihilated, with no survivors."


Billy's expression darkened upon hearing the news.


"Are you certain? Even Father Adam was killed?" Billy asked, his voice laced with anger.


Noel nodded solemnly. "I've brought their mutilated bodies back. Would you like to see them?"

When the bodies were brought in, Billy's face turned livid as he gazed upon the gruesome remains.


Black Kong, Dark Prince Billwolf, and Angel Dust Father Adam were unrecognizable, their bodies reduced to mangled flesh.


Only Black Kong had his lower body remaining intact, his upper half obliterated.


"How did this happen?!" Billy thundered, enraged.


He couldn't fathom how his carefully selected experts had fallen so brutally.


It was a humiliating defeat.


Chapter 2618: An Unexpected Turn

"According to our investigation, Black Kong was killed by the Holy Maiden of the Witchcraft Sect, while Dark Prince and Angel Dust were slain by a man named Dustin" Hayden explained.


The Temple of Gods had suffered a significant setback.


Their original plan was to win the championship and secretly steal the Dragon Country's treasures, severing their destiny.


However, their A plan had failed miserably.


"Who is this Dustin?" Bear King Billy asked, his expression darkening.


Billy was familiar with the Witchcraft Sect's Holy Maiden, Abigail, Dragon Country's second-ranked expert.


Black Kong's defeat at her hands wasn't surprising.


But Dustin's name was unknown to him.


Father Adam, known as Angel Dust, was equivalent to a Dragon Country's Ultimate GrandMaster.


Even the Witchcraft Sect's Holy Maiden might not have been able to defeat him.


How could an unknown person like Dustin kill two of their experts?


"Dustin's identity is mysterious, and his background is unclear," Noel continued. "But I have met him before, we can recruit him."

Noel suggested recruiting Dustin, citing his impressive strength.


Billy considered the proposal.


"If we can recruit Dustin and make him serve our Temple of Gods, it would be immensely beneficial," Noel advised.


"But can we trust him?" Billy asked, his eyes narrowing.


Noel revealed his prior encounter with Dustin, who had unknowingly been used as a pawn.


Billy pondered the risks and benefits of recruiting Dustin.


"Is this Dustin trustworthy? We can't afford to invite a wolf into our fold," Billy cautioned.


Dustin's rise to the top eight would attract attention from various Dragon Country factions.


Convincing him to betray his country wouldn't be easy.


Even if Dustin agreed, his loyalty would remain uncertain.


Chapter 2619: A Sinister Plan


"Don't worry, Bear King. I'm confident I can recruit Dustin to our side," Noel said with a smile, revealing a vial of poison.


"This Poison, specifically designed for Dragon Country's experts, guarantees loyalty. Without my antidote, they'll die in three days." Billy's eyes lit up.


"Excellent! I didn't know you had a plan. Handle this, and don't disappoint me."


Using poison to control Dragon Country warriors was effective, as few would risk their lives.


But how many people were willing to gamble with their lives?


"Yes, sir!" Noel bowed and departed.


Given Dustin's impressive strength, recruiting him was worth any cost.


...

As night fell, Dustin was intercepted by Noel while heading to his room.


"Brother Dustin!" Noel approached with a smile.


"Elder Noel!" Dustin recognized him.


"May I have a word?" Noel asked, his voice low.


Dustin invited him in.


"Please, have a seat."


Inside, Dustin poured tea for them both and asked, "What brings you here tonight, Elder Noel?"


"First, congratulations on making it to the top eight. You're truly remarkable."


Noel's tone shifted.


"However, your actions today foiled our Temple of Gods' plans."


"Really? How so?" Dustin feigned surprise.


Noel leaned in.


"Those two foreign contestants you defeated were our people."


Dustin's eyes widened.


"Impossible! I had no idea. If I knew, I wouldn't have struck so hard."


He shook his head, pretending regret.


Dustin's acting skills were impeccable.


Chapter 2620: A Tempting Offer

"Brother Dustin, I didn't expect you to be so understated, able to defeat our Temple of Gods' experts. It's truly astonishing." Noel gazed deeply at Dustin, smiling.


"I'm not here to seek revenge or punishment. The two men were simply outmatched."


Dustin exhaled, relieved.


"Since you're not here to cause trouble, what brings you?" he asked.


Noel's smile widened.


"To be frank, Brother Dustin, your performance has caught our God-King's attention. He wishes for you to formally join our Temple of Gods and aid us in our great endeavor."


"Join the Temple of Gods?" Dustin hesitated.


"I'm just a humble, unrefined warrior. I don't deserve such an honor."


Noel chuckled.


"Modesty becomes you, Brother Dustin. Talent like yours is welcomed with open arms. I assure you, joining us will grant you priority cultivation, unlimited resources, and every advantage."


The Temple of Gods' vast network spanned the globe, with unparalleled wealth and resources.


Noel's confidence was palpable.


"Thank you for the offer, but I value my freedom. I'm not suited for constraints."


Noel set his teacup down, his expression serious.


"Don't decline hastily, Brother Dustin. I promise that, as a member, you'll retain your autonomy. Enjoy unrestricted freedom, with no obligation to report to me. Plus, I'll grant you God-Guard level authority and resources."


"God-Guard? That sounds impressive, What does it entails" Dustin asked, intrigued.


"In your Dragon Country terms, it's equivalent to a respected Sect Elder. God-Guards wield immense power, second only to the God-King. They're revered within our Temple."


"It sounds appealing," Dustin nodded.


Noel's tone shifted.


"While God-Guards enjoy freedom and power, they must occasionally serve the Temple's interests. It's necessary for maintaining credibility."


Chapter 2621: Poisonous Loyalty

"The Temple of Gods doesn't cuddle idle people. You want benefits without obligations? That's unrealistic." Dustin's expression remained unchanged.


"I'd rather you be straightforward, Elder Noel. What's it you really want'?"


Noel continued, "You're aware of our Temple's impending action after the tournament. For security, the target and timeline are still undecided."


"We'll let you lead the operation," Noel proposed. "If you succeed, becoming a God-Guard or even a Main God, equal to me in status, isn't out of the question!"


Dustin probed, "What exactly do you want me to do?"


Noel placed a vial on the table.


"First, take this."


Dustin eyes narrowed.


"Poison?"


Noel nodded calmly.


"Our Temple has rules. To prevent secrets leaking and mission failure, everyone must take the poison, including myself."


Dustin frowned.


"Do you have to be so ruthless?"


Noel reassured, "Don't worry, once the task is complete, our God-King will provide the antidote."


Dustin countered, "What if I fail?"

Noel's smile faltered briefly.


"No need to worry, our plan is meticulous. Following orders ensures success." Dustin declined.


"I appreciate your offer, but I prioritize my safety. I won't risk my life being controlled by others."


Dustin wasn't afraid of poison; he was strategizing to gain the Temple's trust.


A normal person would likely refuse such conditions. Excessive eagerness would raise suspicion.


As expected, Noel's smile broadened.


"If you had agreed readily, I'd suspect ulterior motives. Now, I trust you more."
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Chapter 2622: The Tempting Gift of Power


"Brother Dustin, I understand your concerns," Noel said with a smile. "But I assure you, as long as you remain loyal to the Temple of God's and don't betray us, you'll face no danger. We value talents like yours highly. The poison is merely an insurance policy to prevent secrets from leaking. I'm sure you understand this logic."


Dustin shook his head. "Lord Noel, I appreciate your words, but we've just met. I can't blindly trust the Gods' Temple."


Noel chuckled. "Trust can be cultivated, Brother Dustin. Take a look at this..." He pulled out a delicate box from his pocket and slid it across the table.


Dustin opened the box, revealing two vials of liquid – one red, one blue. Though unremarkable at first glance, they emanated powerful, unique energy.


"These are rare, specially crafted enhancement potions from the Gods' Temple," Noel explained. "Only main gods or higher-ranking beings are eligible to use them. The red potion enhances physical abilities – speed, strength, defense, and reaction time. The blue potion significantly boosts internal energy, equivalent to your nation's Spirit Liquid."


Dustin's eyebrows rose in surprise. He had heard about the Western nations' advanced genetic research and drug development.


"Those who use these potions can become powerful in a short time, without needing rigorous training or innate talent," Noel continued. "Black Gold and Father Adam, whom you've seen in battle, have used these potions to greatly enhance their physical abilities."


"Though they can't compare to your natural talent, Brother Dustin, their combat strength is undeniable. And with your capabilities, you should be able to absorb over 80% of the potions effects."


Noel leaned in, his voice persuasive. "With these two vials, you'll undoubtedly win the martial arts tournament. Are you satisfied with this gift?"


Chapter 2623: The Hidden Price of Power

Noel smiled confidently. "No strong warrior can resist the allure of greater strength."


Dustin eyed the vials warily. "This is tempting, but are there any side effects?"


Noel reassured him, "These potions are our most successful research, extremely valuable, and completely safe, I guarantee."


Dustin probed further, "I've heard these potions require long-term use, or their effects fade."


Noel nodded openly. "That's true, but this batch is nearly perfect. One annual dose maintains the effects. You won't need to worry; the Gods' Temple will supply you endlessly."


Dustin nodded thoughtfully, but inwardly cursed. These potions would enslave him to the Gods' Temple. Disobedience meant supply cuts, and likely addiction.


"The Gods' Temple controls experts through these addictive potions. Cunning indeed!"


Noel extended the invitation again. "Join us, Brother Dustin, and share our glory."


The lure of championship, strength, and fame would sway many.


"I'd be ungrateful not to accept," Dustin said, smiling as he accepted the vials.


Noel beamed. "You're indeed clever! The enhancement potions are just the beginning. As a Gods' Temple member, countless resources and rewards await."


Dustin stood, saluting with clasped hands. "I appreciate your guidance, Lord Noel."


Noel's tone shifted. "Show your commitment, Brother Dustin. Drink the poison as a token of loyalty."


He pushed the poison vial forward, his eyes glinting with expectation.
 

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Chapter 2624: The Pledge of Loyalty

Dustin hesitated briefly before nodding. "Lord Noel values me highly; I must show my appreciation."


He picked up the vial, uncorked it, and drank the poison in one swift motion, not leaving a single drop. To reassure Noel, Dustin inverted the vial, demonstrating it was empty.


North roared with laughter. "Dustin, you're indeed bold! Drinking the poison proves your sincerity."


"Ha ha ha… Brother Dustin, you're truly generous!" Noel exclaimed.


Dustin asked, "Lord Noel, what's next? What do you need me to do?"


Noel smiled warmly. "Focus on enhancing your strength for tomorrow's tournament. With your talent and our potions, you have a great chance of winning. Once you claim the championship, I'll reveal our detailed plans."


Dustin raised an eyebrow. "Lord Noel, don't you trust me?"


Noel clarified, "It's not that I don't trust you, but even I'm unaware of the specific plans. God King oversees this operation, revealing details only before the action."


"Only God King knows the full plan," Noel explained. "This secrecy prevents leaks and allows for adaptability."


Dustin's surprise grew. "So secretive? Even you, a main god, are kept in the dark?"


Noel smiled wryly. "It's always been this way."


Dustin chose not to pry further. "I'll adapt to the Gods' Temple's customs. If you need me, Lord Noel, feel free to reach out."

Chapter 2625: The Astute Observer

"Alright, I'll take my leave. I look forward to your impressive performance tomorrow." Noel stood up, clasped his hands together in a salute, and quickly departed.


The wine lounge was crowded, and the longer he stayed, the more likely he would attract attention. Before the plan was completed, caution was essential.


After confirming Noel's departure, Dustin stored the two enhancement potions and jumped out of the rear window, vanishing into thin air.


Ten minutes later.


Dustin appeared in a secluded courtyard, his figure emerging silently. The courtyard was small but tastefully decorated, reflecting the owner's exceptional taste.

He knocked on the bedroom door. "Knock, knock, knock…"


The door opened, revealing a refined woman's face. She wasn't stunning but pleasant to look at, especially her sparkling eyes.


The woman was Margaret in disguise.


"Come in." Margaret smiled and gestured.


Dustin entered and sat on the sofa.


"Would you like something to drink?" Margaret asked.


"Water." Dustin replied.


Magaret handed him a bottle of water and asked, "Is there something important? You came so late."


"Guess." Dustin took a sip, teasing.


Magaret smiled. "Is it related to the Gods' Temple? Did they send someone to win you over?"


Dustin's eyebrows rose in surprise. "How did you know?"


Magaret laughed. "Your performance in the arena today was astonishing. If I were them, I'd also try to recruit you."


Dustin placed the box Noel gave him on the table. "Guess what's inside."


Margaret examined the box and began analyzing, "The Gods' Temple wants to recruit you, so they wouldn't send ordinary treasures. Given their tactics, at this critical juncture, they'd give you something to boost your strength and secure the championship."


"And it's likely something exclusive to the Gods' Temple, inaccessible to outsiders."


Margaret continued, "I'm guessing this box contains enhancement potions or something similar."


Dustin was stunned. How did she guess so accurately?


Was she clairvoyant?


Chapter 2626: Unveiling the Truth

Dustin carefully examined the box, ensuring no special markings, before turning to Margaret. "Did you really guess, or can you see inside?" he asked, stunned.


"Of course, I guessed! I don't have X-ray vision," Margaret replied with a playful eye-roll.


Dustin was impressed. "Amazing! I concede."


Magaret smiled. "So, does it really contain enhancement potions?"


Dustin opened the box, revealing two red and blue vials. "See for yourself."


Margaret's eyes widened. "Oh? These are the Gods' Temple's S-level potions! They truly value you."


The Gods' Temple's enhancement potions were ranked in five levels: D, C, B, A, and S. Each level increased the potion's value and effectiveness tenfold.


Only main gods and core personnel above that level were eligible for S-level potions. The Gods' Temple's generosity demonstrated their high regard for Dustin.


"Yes, but it comes with trouble," Dustin said, shrugging. "They forced me to drink poison."


Margaret's brow furrowed. "What kind of poison? Can it be cured?"


Dustin smiled reassuringly. "I've already neutralized it. Remember, I'm immune to all poisons except the Ten Great Poisons."


Margaret breathed a sigh of relief. "Good. I must remind you, your safety is paramount. Don't take unnecessary risks."


Dustin nodded gravely. "I understand. I won't act without caution."


Margaret asked, "What will you do with these two potions?"


"I'll leave them for your research," Dustin replied seriously. "The Gods' Temple's potions surpass the world's. Uncovering their secrets would greatly benefit Dragon Country."


In genetic research, Dragon Country lagged behind the Western world. Dustin hoped to bridge this gap through this opportunity.



Chapter 2627: A Gift of Great Value

Margaret's expression turned serious. "Are you sure you want to give away these two precious potions? If you drink them, you'll likely win the martial arts tournament championship."


Dustin and Finn Sanchez were tied for first place on the Heavenly Pride List. With the potions, Dustin's chances of winning would significantly increase. Margaret hoped he would win, both personally and for Dragon Country's sake.


Drinking the enhancement potions might boost his strength, but Dustin shrugged. "It won't greatly impact me. Besides, I don't want to rely on potions and lose my fighting spirit."


A warrior's cultivation was built through gradual, personal effort. Strengthening the body and tempering the mind were equally essential.


In contrast, the Western world's enhancement potions had drawbacks. They created dependency, discouraged diligent training, and were difficult to control. Against weaker opponents, this might go unnoticed, but against powerful foes, it would reveal glaring weaknesses.


Dustin saw no need for these potions and was somewhat disdainful. Were those empowered by potions truly strong?


"If I relied on potions, I wouldn't have defeated Adam, the Dust of Angels," Dustin thought.


Margaret nodded respectfully. "Thank you, Dustin. Your contribution to Dragon Country's genetic research will be invaluable. You'll be our greatest hero if we make breakthroughs."


The captured assassin with beastly abilities and the Gods' Temple's potions were priceless assets for Dragon Country's research. Proper study could shave decades off their development.


Dustin smiled. "Don't be so serious. Consider it a small gift. Just remember me when you reap the benefits."


Though he wasn't willing to sacrifice everything for the country, Dustin was willing to contribute within his means. As a member of Dragon Country, he couldn't ignore external threats.


"That would make me worthless in my own eyes," Dustin thought.
 

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Chapter 2628: Hidden Ambitions

"You've helped me so much; I won't forget your kindness," Margaret said with a smile. "Since the Gods' Temple is investing heavily in you, they must expect something in return. They don't make charity deals."


Dustin nodded. "They're interested in my potential and want me to help with their plan to infiltrate Infernal Mountain."


"Typical of their ruthless ambitions!" Margaret's eyes narrowed. "Did they share their plan with you?"


Dustin shook his head. "Only the Gods' Temple's God King knows the details. Even Noel must follow orders without knowing the full plan."


Margaret nodded. "That's consistent with the Gods' Temple's cautious nature. Even long-time main gods don't have access to the entire plan, ensuring extreme secrecy."


This made it challenging for Dragon Country's moles within the Gods' Temple to gather useful intelligence.


"We'll observe and wait," Dustin advised. "I'll notify you as soon as I receive news."


Margaret nodded.


Meanwhile, in a luxurious lakeside villa, Aaron and Jeffery discussed a crucial matter.


"Are you certain, Aaron? The Breaking Boundary Wine can propel you to the Great Master realm, but it may hinder your future growth," Xiao Wuming cautioned, placing a box with the Wine on the table.


Aaron's determination was unwavering. "I have no choice, Master. Today's competition showed me my limitations. Without reaching the Ultimate Grandmaster realm, I have no hope of winning tomorrow's championship."


The intense competition, coupled with Dustin's emergence as a dark horse, drove Aaron to take drastic action.


"I'll break through, no matter the cost," he declared.


Jeffrey nodded. "Since you've decided, I won't dissuade you. Focus on your breakthrough; I'll protect you tonight."


Chapter 2629: The Final Showdown

Aware that Aaron's chances of winning tomorrow were slim without breaking through to the Ultimate Grandmaster realm.


"I won't disappoint you, Master!" Aaron bowed, then consumed the Breaking Boundary Wine, focusing on absorbing its energy to reach the Ultimate Grandmaster realm.


Jeffrey sat beside him, vigilant and protective.


Similar scenarios unfolded in various sects, as contestants prepared for the final battle. Some took enhancement potions, while others refined their sect's treasures, hiding their trump cards.


The next morning, Infernal Mountain was packed with people from major sects and factions, including reclusive leaders. This was the most grandiose competition in a century, gathering the young generation's top talents.


Today would decide the champion, the strongest Heaven's Pride. This title symbolized exceptional talent, honor, and eternal fame.


Before the competition began, the site buzzed with excitement. The eight finalists were:


1. Finn Sanchez (Sword Sect)
2. Aaron (World Martial Arts Association)
3. Abigail (Witchcraft Sect)
4. Zion (Harmonious Sect)
5. Karson (Infernal Mountain)
6. Lucas Myers (Sword Sect)
7. Wesson (Blood Mad Sect)
8. Dustin (Unaffiliated)


The top contenders were Finn Sanchez, Aaron, and Abigail, representing the three major sects.


The other five were exceptional talents, though slightly less favored. However, the unpredictable nature of arena battles made anyone's victory possible.


Past upsets had proven that assumed winners could lose due to various factors.


About an hour later, as the contestants emerged, the atmosphere reached a fever pitch, with incessant applause and cheers.


Chapter 2630: The Final Countdown

The eight finalists, each a rare talent, drew immense popularity. Their mere presence sparked excitement.


Finn Sanchez, Aaron, and Abigail, as top contenders, received extra attention.


Today, aside from the competition, underground betting had begun. For many, the champion would decide their fortune or ruin.


As Dustin and Margaret arrived, the audience seats were almost full. Many spectators stood up, applauding Dustin with respect.


Although Dustin's fame and strength weren't on par with the top three, yesterday's performance was impressive. Defeating two foreign master contestants brought glory to Dragon Country's warriors.


"Autumn! Doctor Dustin! Over here!" Jeffrey's disciple, Violet, waved at Dustin and Margaret.


Dustin and Margaret exchanged smiles and joined Violet.


The seats were spacious, with a small table bearing fruits and snacks.


"Doctor Dustin, today's the final battle. Do you have confidence in reaching the top three?" Violet asked.


"I'll do my best and leave the rest to fate," Dustin replied calmly.


Violet chuckled. "You have a good attitude, Doctor Dustin. Indeed, arena battles are unpredictable."


Magaret scanned the area. "Violet, where's Aaron? He shouldn't be late, right?"


Violet shook her head. "He was meditating last night. My father wouldn't let us near him."


She and her sister had planned to accompany Aaron, but their father blocked them, warning against making noise.


"Closed-door training?" Magaret raised an eyebrow. "At this critical moment? If he misses the competition, it'll be a devastating loss."


Violet's expression turned concerned.


Chapter 2631: A Promising Turn

The grand tournament wouldn't accommodate one person's delay. Missing the signing could be excused, but missing the competition would result in automatic loss.


"I don't know what they're thinking," Violet sighed. "But he should make it. Brother Aaron prepared for so long; he won't give up easily."


Magaret nodded, saying no more.


"Look! Brother Aaron is here!" Violet's sister suddenly exclaimed, pointing toward the entrance.


They followed her gaze and saw Jeffrey and Aaron approaching.


Today, Aaron radiated confidence, his aura transformed. Gone was the sharp, rugged edge; now, he exuded calm, inner strength.


"Brother Aaron!" Violet stood up, waving.


Aaron exchanged words with Jeffrey, then joined the group.


Jeffrey walked toward the main seats, taking his place among the esteemed leaders.


"Brother Aaron, did the closed-door training pay off?" Violet asked eagerly.


Aaron smiled. "The Breaking Boundary Wine worked. I've reached the next level."


He had successfully absorbed the wine's effects, crossing the threshold to become an Ultimate Grandmaster realm.


Violet and her sister exchanged knowing glances, beaming with joy. "Congratulations, Brother Aaron! This tournament's champion will surely be ours!"


Aaron's smile broadened. "It's still too early to claim victory, but breaking through gives me greater confidence."


He had observed the other seven finalists; none were weak. Previously, he wasn't assured of winning, but now he was.


Advancing from half-step Ultimate Grandmaster realm to a true Ultimate Grandmaster realm, his strength had multiplied. He was now formidable!


Just then, the tournament announcer's voice boomed, signaling the start of the competition.


Chapter 2632: Rivalry Ignited

"Today, let them see our World Martial Arts Association's prowess!" Violet exclaimed.


"If you defeat Finn Sanchez, Brother Aaron, you'll be the best in the world!" Lily added, eyes shining.


Aaron's upgraded strength boosted World Martial Arts Association's morale. Everyone knew today's outcome would shape their sect's future.


Victory would elevate World Martial Arts Association to unprecedented heights, while defeat would deal a crushing blow.


Aaron whispered to himself, "The world's number one..." His eyes gleamed with longing.


Defeating Finn Sanchez would solidify his position as the young generation's undisputed best.


As he glanced at Finn Sanchez, their gazes met across the room. The air was charged with tension.


For three seconds, they locked eyes, their competitive spirits burning brighter.


Then, simultaneously, they looked away, as if nothing had happened. But the seeds of rivalry were sown.


World Martial Arts Association and Sword Sect had long been rivals, with Aaron and Finn Sanchez being their strongest talents.


Though they'd never clashed, comparisons were inevitable. Since the last Heaven Prodigy rankings, Finn Sanchez had been considered superior.


World Martial Arts Association's disciples disputed this, arguing that unbeaten didn't mean invincible.


Today's battle would settle the debate.


As time passed, the eight finalists arrived, each radiating confidence and preparedness.


Their sects had invested heavily in them, and they were determined to repay that faith.


The stage was set for an epic showdown, with honor, pride, and the championship at stake.


Suddenly, the tournament announcer's voice echoed through the arena, signaling the start of the competition.


"The first match is about to start, let the contestants come on stage!"


Chapter 2633: The Final Showdown Begins

Judge Drake stepped onto the stage, announcing the tournament's final round rules.


"Today's format remains the same: random draw, with winners advancing to the semifinals."


He revealed the matchups: 1 vs. 8, 2 vs. 7, 3 vs. 6, and 4 vs. 5.


"Four matches in the first half will determine the semifinalists."


Drake paused, scanning the room.


"Remember, this is a friendly competition. I urge you all to fight with restraint, preserving your strength and safety."


With that, he invited the eight finalists to draw their numbers.


Finn Sanchez and Aaron stepped forward first, their powerful auras palpable.


The remaining six contestants followed: Abigail, Zion, Karson, Lucas Myers, Wesson, and Dustin.


Each drew their number, keeping it hidden.


The mystery added to the suspense, piquing the audience's curiosity.


After the draw, Dustin discovered he was number 5, facing off against number 4.


Before the competition began, a Beijing Opera performance entertained the crowd.


Though the audience wasn't enthralled, they politely applauded throughout.


Judge Drake returned, announcing the first match.


"Number 1, Aaron, versus number 8, Zion! Please step forward."


Aaron strode confidently onto the stage.


Zion, however, shook his head, sighing.


"Bad luck! Why did I get this guy?"


He had hoped to face Lucas Myers or Wesson, but Aaron was a formidable foe.


Lana and Willa, Zion's supporters, cheered him on.


"Thousand miles of rivers and mountains, steel yourself! Don't let World Martial Arts Association look down on you!" Lana shouted.


Willa added, "Don't worry about winning or losing, just show your skills."


Zion took a deep breath, steeling himself.


"I'll give it my all! Maybe I can still surprise him!"


He stepped onto the stage, ready to face Aaron.
 
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