Chapter 277 Emergence

Yue Zhongtian stood completely dumbstruck, his expression morphing indefinitely.

The nearby cultivators also vaguely guessed what Yue Zhongtian was thinking and also had strange expressions.

Only then did they realize that Yue Zhongtian’s arrogant behavior was an act. His real purpose was to provoke Lin Xun to accept the bet!

However, they had never expected Lin Xun to agree to such an obvious trap.

Could it mean Lin Xun had the confidence to knock Yue Zhongtian out of the arena in one move?

The cultivators who were aware of Yue Zhongtian’s strength couldn’t help but sigh. Lin Xun might have the utmost confidence in his strength, but he has made a mistake if he thinks Yue Zhongtian is easy to deal with.

The others might not know but they knew very well that Yue Zhongtian had been practicing a unique secret art called the Shifting Cloud Light Art. Once mobilized, his movements would be erratic and swift like flowing clouds or flickering light.

Most importantly, the cultivation art was perfect for evading attacks.

Based on that, it was impossible to knock Yue Zhongtian out of the arena within one move!

Lin Xun was bound to lose in Yue Zhongtian!

Many people shared the same thought!

Some people criticized Yue Zhongtian for being so shameless. It never crossed their minds that such an arrogant and conceited person would be so cunning.

On the other hand, Wen Mingxiu, Qi Yunxiao and Yuan Shu couldn’t help but wonder whether Lin Xun could win the bet against Yue Zhongtian who practiced the Shifting Cloud Light Art. His hopes of winning are very slim.

Of course, they felt that Yue Zhongtian was no match for Lin Xun, but, at least, he had a chance of winning the bet.

……

Time flew by and the battles continued on the examination site. Each one was intense and made the audience tense.

Uproar broke out when the matter of Lin Xun accepting Yue Zhongtian’s bet had spread outside the examination zone.

“The bet is Yue Zhongtian’s trap, but Lin Xun still agreed! I don’t know whether I should call him stupid or brave,” someone remarked.

“Defeat Yue Zhongtian in one move? Whom is he kidding? Lin Xun is going to fail!” someone else snorted

“Lin Xun likes to be in the limelight. He has already caused a huge scene with Golden Jade Hall during the first round. Now, he made a bet that he would win in one move! Would he die if he’s not in the limelight?” someone said disdainfully.

In short, almost no one thought that Lin Xun would win the bet.

Even Governor Liu Wujun was speechless. What is Lin Xun thinking?

Wei Lingzhen, Du Dongtu and the other influential figures looked at each other in dismay. It was the first time they heard of such a ridiculous bet, yet Lin Xun had agreed to it.

Meanwhile, Lin Xun appeared very relaxed and continued to leisurely watch the ongoing battles like he was completely unaffected by the matter.

Lin Xun knew that Yue Zhongtian had the confidence to win since he proposed such a ridiculous bet.

However, Lin Xun wasn’t worried. Naturally, he was also confident in himself!

……

When the third group of cultivators entered the arenas, all eyes shifted to the No. 49 arena!

The people about to duel in the arena were of course Lin Xun and Yue Zhongtian.

Everyone was curious to find out whether Lin Xun could win the bet. After all, the terms were too absurd. No one could understand why Lin Xun would agree to it.

On the arena, Yue Zhongtian’s lips were curled in a smug smile. He was very confident about winning!

What a joke! How would I not be able to block one move from Lin Xun?

Of course, Yue Zhongtian wouldn’t act carelessly. He proposed the bet because he knew that he was no match for Lin Xun and he had to resort to such a move to protect his reputation.

Since Lin Xun had agreed, he wouldn’t let go of such an opportunity. He was ready to go all out.

“Lin Xun, if you regret it now, it’s still not too late,” Yue Zhongtian said leisurely.

“I should be the one asking you that.” Lin Xun smiled. “Have you not thought about that, if you were defeated in one move, you would not only lose the bet but fail the exam? You also would lose face and reputation. You would become a laughingstock and be unable to lift your head again.”

Yue Zhongtian’s expression altered subtly. It wasn’t that he hadn’t thought about such an outcome but that he didn’t think it would happen.

“Hmph, then show me how you can knock me out of the arena in one move!”

Yue Zhongtian gritted his teeth and a ruthless glint flashed across his eyes.

He drew a deep breath and mobilized all his power. Instantly, he seemed to have become a different person. His body was enveloped in blinding golden light and an invisible force had engulfed the area and made even the air whimper.

Many people’s eyes lit up. Perhaps Yue Zhongtian might not be as famous as Lin Xun, but he was still a top figure of the Earth Dipper Stage and one of the geniuses in Haze Academy. If he fought with all his strength, how would he be eliminated in one move regardless of how strong Lin Xun was?

Lin Xun stood unarmed and his face devoid of expression. Only his body was flowing with wisps of mysterious sky-blue aeth dipper qi, which highlighted his imposing aura.

He was like a boulder, still but unfathomable.

Clang!

The bell rang, lifting everyone's spirits. The battle is starting!

Even the influential people on the white jade platform unconsciously turned towards the No. 49 arena. One move would pass in the twinkling of the eye. The bet could be decided in a split second. No one wanted to miss such a wonderful moment.

Shua!

Before the sound of the bell faded, Yue Zhongtian unleashed a deafening roar and soared into the air.

Swoosh—

Instantly, his figure streaked across the air, leaving behind many images. Each one was indistinguishable from his real person.

From afar, it was as though dozens of Yue Zhongtian were acting together. He roamed across and around the arena like misty clouds and flickering light.

What kind of secret art is that?

An uproar broke out from the audience and many people marveled. They never imagined that Yue Zhongtian had mastered such an incredible secret art!

No wonder he dared to propose such a bet. It turns out that he is well prepared. It would be hard for ordinary cultivators to distinguish the real Yue Zhongtian, let alone defeat him in one move.

“As expected of the Shifting Cloud Light Art!”

Those aware of Yue Zhong’s ability couldn’t help but wonder what Lin Xun would do in the face of such a secret art?

“Hahaha, Lin Xun, come on. Knock me out of the arena, are you beginning to regret it now? Hahahaha,” Yue Zhongtian roared with laughter, his mocking voice echoing across the arena.

He wanted to infuriate Lin Xun and make him lose his judgment.

The most bizarre thing was that Yue Zhongtian’s eyes were closed, but his figure was floating across the arena like a ghost. He didn’t show a hint of a flaw.

Anyone who understood the Shifting Cloud Light Art would know that the main characteristic of the secret art was that the cultivator’s spirit sensing power would replace their eyes.

Lin Xun stood motionless in the same spot but his lips were curved in an imperceptible cold smile.

Suddenly, he made a move. He was still standing in the same spot but his hands were raised strangely.

At the same time, the Storm Grinder that had long been activated in his body buzzed. Mighty and vast aeth dipper power surged to his arms and gathered around the palms of his hands.

At that moment, his hands resembled two scorching suns. They illuminated the entire venue and washed away the glamor of the world and made its return to its state of simplicity.

That’s—

The audience fell silent. Many people felt their hearts throb and their eyes went wide. What kind of power is that?

𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

Influential figures such as Liu Wujun, Wei Lingzhen and Du Dongtu couldn’t stop their eyelids from twitching. They could tell that Lin Xun had performed an incredibly terrifying secret art!

Boom!

Lin Xun balled his hands into fists and slammed them forward like he was crushing a divine mountain. At the same time, he exuded an invincible and superior aura.

The air around the arena was visibly being crushed. It crackled and rumbled, stinging the eardrums.

The power was so terrifying that even the surrounding space seemed to be collapsing.

Yue Zhongtian’s triumphant laughter abruptly stopped. He sensed danger. Without any hesitation, he activated the Shifting Cloud Light Art to its fullest.

However, he was horrified to find that every inch of the air around the arena was constantly battering him like waves. He felt like a little boat in a stormy sea, constantly being blasted back. Blood and qi violently tumbled in his body and he almost coughed out blood!

What secret art is that!?

Yue Zhongtian’s scalp went numb with both terror and anger. His figure constantly flashed across the arena but he found that Lin Xun had fully enveloped the arena with his terrifying power with just one punch. Regardless of where he went, he was subjected to the same terrifying attack.

Boom!

Yue Zhongtian staggered and was almost blasted out of the arena. The audience sprang to their feet and gasped.

However, Yue Zhongtian managed to steady his figure. He gritted his teeth and roared. He planned to face the oppressive force head-on.

He had realized that evading was futile. He had to face the attack head-on to have any hope of not being defeated!