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Chapter 197 Blades of Fire and Ice
Chapter 197 Blades of Fire and Ice
Chapter 197 Blades of Fire and Ice
Back in the arena, the next match was announced, but the crowd was still abuzz with discussions about Feng Liang's performance and Gao Mingrui's strength.
In the Imperial Family's VIP box, the Crown Prince leaned forward, his eyes gleaming with interest.
"Feng Liang," he murmured, a faint smile playing on his lips.
"A Third Rank Formation Master at such a young age… intriguing. Perhaps I should meet him."
Beside him, the Imperial Advisor, an elderly man with a long white beard, stroked his chin thoughtfully.
"Your Highness, geniuses like Feng Liang are rare. If nurtured properly, he could become a valuable ally to the empire," the advisor said.
"Indeed," the Crown Prince replied. "This Feng Clan is also intriguing. Perhaps we can bring them to our side."
Meanwhile, in another VIP room, Wang Zhiqing observed the match with interest. Though Feng Liang had lost, she was excited by the prospect of the Feng Clan producing such a remarkable formation genius.
The stronger the Feng Clan became, the more valuable their alliance would be. With her ambitions for the throne, individuals like Feng Liang could prove pivotal.
"Who is this Feng Liang? I've never heard of him before," Wang Zhiqing asked.
Her attendant replied cautiously, "Perhaps the Feng Clan Master kept him hidden. We will investigate and gather all available information."
Wang Zhiqing nodded approvingly, as she turned her attention back to the arena.
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As the day's matches continued, Feng Liang remained in the Feng Clan's VIP room to recover. Despite his exhaustion, he wanted to cheer on his fellow clan members and witness the battles of other geniuses.
After Feng Liang, Feng Mei was next to go and compete.
Feng Mei once again displayed overwhelming strength, easily defeating her Grand Qi Condensation Realm opponent. Her rising popularity led many to compare her to Ling Meiyu and Gao Mingrui.
Feng Mei had once her name spread for her talent which is the same as Ling Meiyu.
However, she had faded from the spotlight over time, and her name was largely forgotten.
Now, with her impressive performance in the tournament, she has emerged as one of the favorites to win, prompting people to dig for information about her.
Feng Jianhong and other Feng Clan participants also performed well, overpowering their Core Formation opponents with ease.
Only Feng Xiaoyu and Feng Yun were left to compete from the Feng Clan.
The next match was announced and it was between Feng Xiaoyu and Yuan Ziyan. Yuan Ziyan's fame ensured she had a strong following, while Feng Xiaoyu had the support of the Icy Veil Sect and her clan only.
Despite the disparity, both contestants remained composed. Having previously met at the Eastern Gathering, they respected each other's strength.
They exchanged brief greetings before taking their positions.
The match began with a dazzling clash of swords, sparks flying across the arena. Feng Xiaoyu's sword moved with grace and precision, while Yuan Ziyan wielded her fiery silver longsword with commanding power.
Feng Xiaoyu took the initiative, unleashing the Heavenly Emperor's Sword Technique, forcing Yuan Ziyan onto the defensive. The crowd marveled at her skill, but Yuan Ziyan's Peak Grand Qi Condensation Realm cultivation gave her a significant edge.
The revelation of Yuan Ziyan's cultivation caused a stir just like with the Gao Mingrui. Who could have thought that there was not one but two people who were in the Peak Grand Qi Condensation Realm? And that was excluding other participants who could very well be hiding their strength as well.
With calm precision, Yuan Ziyan countered using the Blazing Mountain Cleave Technique, her sword engulfed in crimson flames. The fiery aura radiating from her blade forced Feng Xiaoyu to retreat under its intensity.
Refusing to back down, Feng Xiaoyu activated the Ghostly Shadow Mirage Technique, her figure flickering as she darted around Yuan Ziyan, searching for openings. Her strikes were swift and precise, but Yuan Ziyan's superior cultivation and fiery techniques nullified her efforts.
For five minutes, the two engaged in a fierce exchange. Despite Yuan Ziyan's superior cultivation, defeating Feng Xiaoyu proved challenging. Feng Xiaoyu tried to utilize techniques from the Icy Veil Sect, but Yuan Ziyan's fire techniques overwhelmed them, forcing her to rely on her clan's sword arts.
Finally, Yuan Ziyan unleashed her ultimate technique, Inferno Blade Descent. Flames erupted from her sword as it descended with devastating speed and power, breaking through Feng Xiaoyu's defenses and forcing her to her knees.
The clash sent a fiery shockwave through the arena, disarming Feng Xiaoyu as her sword clattered to the ground.
Realizing she could no longer continue, Feng Xiaoyu conceded.
The referee stepped forward, raising her hand. "The winner is Yuan Ziyan!"
The crowd erupted into applause, exhilarated by the thrilling match. Yuan Ziyan extinguished the flames on her sword and gave Feng Xiaoyu a respectful nod before leaving the arena.
Feng Xiaoyu felt ashamed to face her clan and sect, but both of them only offered encouragement.
Icy Fairy even remarked that their technique was severely disadvantaged against those from the Mystic Flame Sect, and that even those with the same cultivation realm would easily lose when facing someone from that sect.
It was already impressive that Feng Xiaoyu had been able to keep up with Yuan Ziyan despite that disadvantage. If her cultivation had been higher, she might have even won against Yuan Ziyan.
At the same time, Ice Fairy began to reflect on the techniques displayed by Feng Xiaoyu.
Neither Feng Xiaoyu nor Feng Mei had ever used their clan's techniques when they were in the Icy Veil Sect, relying only on those taught by the sect.
But who could have anticipated that their clan's techniques were so powerful, perhaps even surpassing those of their sect?
( Just what is this Feng Clan?)
Ice Fairy wondered.
It wasn't just her; others had begun to take notice of the power behind Feng Clan's martial arts.
Some greedy individuals even started to devise plans to steal it.
After all, it was a sin to possess a treasure you didn't deserve and should be taken by those who are more deserving—at least, that's what those people thought.
Feng Chen, however, noticed the gazes of those people and simply smiled.
( If these people try anything, their end will be death! )