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“So this is Senior Brother Zheng Yun. It’s a pity that his cultivation is one level lower than Senior Brother Luo’s.”
“A fifth-layer Divine Sea cultivator against a sixth-layer one… He has no chance of winning.”
“That’s right. The difference in levels is too great. Senior Brother Luo reached the sixth layer of the Divine Sea a long time ago and is almost done with his second transformation. In the entire sect, apart from Lu Qingtian, no one can compare to him.”
At that moment, the aura emanating from Zheng Yun’s body gave away his cultivation level to the surrounding disciples.
Fifth layer of the Divine Sea realm. This cultivation could still be considered at the top amongst all the inner court disciples. There weren’t many of them that could compare to him, and only two were above him.
In addition to Zheng Yun’s formidable talent, his combat strength was also astonishing. Ordinary fifth-layer Divine Sea disciples weren’t his match.
But even so, the difference in cultivation made it impossible for the disciples to see any chance of him winning against Luo Cheng.
In this life and death battle, death was certain for him!
At this moment, on the spectator stand at the side, the various elders and leaders of the sect were all watching the scene below.
The expression of one of the elders whose hair had already turned white was especially ugly.
His name was Luo Tian, and his cultivation base was at the fifth layer of Golden Bridge. He was currently the Chief Elder of the Forging Hall.
He was also the great-grandfather of Luo Cheng, the representative of their bloodline.
When this powerful cultivator who had already lived for over eight hundred years saw this scene, he couldn’t help but coldly snort.
“He simply doesn’t know the severity of the situation. After being sent to the Firesmith Hall for so many years, he should have cultivated his body and mind and let go of the hatred in his heart. I never thought that he would be so narrow-minded and reckless!”
He voiced his anger, seemingly towards Zheng Yun below, but in reality, he was implying something.
He had already asked some people to detain Zheng Yun, but Zheng Yun still came nonetheless. It was obvious that someone else had interfered.
“Elder Luo, why are you so angry? This is just a small conflict between the juniors. It will be fine after we resolve it on the stage today. Wouldn’t it be a waste of your status if you go around pulling strings in the dark?” an elder sitting on the other side said softly.
This elder was surnamed Lu and similarly had a cultivation at the fifth layer of the Golden Bridge, but he was nearly two hundred years younger than Elder Luo.
“Haha, even if that’s the case, I’m afraid that some people’s plans will still inevitably fall through. Zheng Yun is not Luo Cheng’s match.” Elder Luo’s face still darkened.
In the past, before Elder Lu advanced to the Golden Bridge realm, he still had to address Luo Tian respectfully as Senior Uncle.
However, now, not only had Elder Lu advanced to the Golden Bridge realm, he was also at its fifth layer, putting them on equal footing.
More importantly, Elder Lu was almost two hundred years younger than him. According to the Golden Bridge cultivator’s lifespan of a thousand years, Elder Lu was still in his prime, whereas Elder Luo was now approaching its end.
In addition to this, Elder Lu’s junior family member Lu Qingtian was now in the limelight of the Skyfire Sect. The Lu bloodline was truly unparalleled.
Therefore, the balance of the competition between the two factions was gradually tilting towards Elder Lu’s faction.
Elder Lu chuckled and said no more.
He had helped Zheng Yun clear up some obstacles, all because he wanted to further damage Luo Cheng’s reputation within the sect.
He didn’t expect to borrow Zheng Yun’s strength to actually defeat Luo Cheng.
After all, he was confident in Lu Qingtian’s strength. Elder Lu was certain that he would win!
“I want to challenge Luo Cheng!
“In the arena of life and death!
“All will be up to fate!
“I have no regrets!”
Zheng Yun walked over step by step. Every step was just right, neither too much nor too little.
He finally stopped and stood still, staring straight at Luo Cheng from a distance of a thousand feet.
Under the continuous surge of magic power, each sentence had been like a loud bell, or like thunder, so loud that even the deaf could hear it.
A domineering and vigorous aura surged from Zheng Yun’s body toward the sky, instantly rising to the extreme!
“Do you… DARE to fight me?!”
The final cry pierced straight into one’s soul and reverberated throughout the plaza!
Do you dare to fight?!
Zheng Yun’s battle intent soared to the skies, making one’s blood boil.
Luo Cheng’s brows smoothed out, as if his entire body had relaxed. However, his eyes were still filled with viciousness.
Why did you still come?!
Why are you opposing me?!
The killing intent in Luo Cheng’s heart continued to rise, while an ice-cold aura uncontrollably gushed out from his body.
Immediately, the participating disciples around him felt a bone-piercing chill.
“Since you want to die, let’s fight!”
Luo Cheng accepted the challenge.
He could only accept the challenge!
He had no other choice.
If he did not accept, his reputation would be ruined.
The rules of the sect could not be violated. In public, even if he had an extraordinary power behind him, he would definitely not be able to cower in the open today.
Therefore, he could only accept the challenge.
“I will beat you to death and let you die in extreme pain!”
“Good! Then let’s fight!” Zheng Yun took a step forward, and a gale suddenly appeared. A blazing flame shot into the sky, and in an instant, he arrived inside the arena.
Elder Lin could not help but sigh. “Since that’s the case, this old man will not try to persuade you two anymore. The two of you, prepare yourselves. Once the bell rings, you will be able to attack.”
The enmity between these two was known by everyone back then. Now, they were going to fight to the death here. It really was lamentable.
However, he was only the referee today, so he naturally couldn’t say much.
Soon, a melodious bell sounded.
In the arena.
Zheng Yun and Luo Cheng stared at each other.
“Senior Brother, I wanted to capture your family, but unfortunately my plans were foiled. Otherwise, you could have reunited with your family here.
“However, after I kill you today, I’ll make a trip to Qingyun City. That way, you will have company after you die. Consider it a final gift from your fellow martial brother.”
The corners of Luo Cheng’s mouth curled up into a sinister smile as his magic power surged.
His words that were covered by magic power were not transmitted out of the arena.
“Sure enough, he’s still so despicable.”
Zheng Yun’s mood instantly surged when he was provoked by this, and his imposing aura that was originally deep like an ocean instantly revealed a trace of a flaw.
“Die!” Taking advantage of this, Luo Cheng let out a loud roar as his figure explosively shot forward.
The 18-foot-long spear in his hand shook, and the 15 layers of restrictions were stirred layer by layer by his magic power.
Blazing dark blue flames shot out from the tip of the spear, transforming into a fire dragon over a dozen feet long. It bared its fangs and brandished its claws as it charged towards Zheng Yun.
“Tsk tsk! This move is quite interesting. By borrowing the power of this spirit weapon, I can put a wisp of the divinity into it, allowing the Soaring Fire Dragon to possess a trace of spirituality,” said Luo Cheng.
Zheng Yun analyzed the situation. “On the surface, it looks normal, but its lethality has been multiplied. If I’m not careful, I’m afraid I’ll fall for it. Sure enough, those with thick eyebrows and big eyes are all scheming b*tches.”
In the distance, on top of a house.
Jiang Chen sat upright on the roof, his eyes flickering with golden light. The Fiery Eyes Divine Ability allowed him to see the battle clearly, even from a thousand feet away.