Tournament Arc's Final (1)

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--- Chapter 128 ---

The final has finally started. Thirty-two youths gathered around the main arena and stared at each other solemnly, except Xia Qingyue and Cang Yue.

After all, Xia Qingyue and Cang Yue knew the fight would end with them fighting each other.

It will decide who is a better WIFE!

Yes, they took the final seriously. 

So when Ling Wuguo announced the first match was between Cang Yue and a burly-looking man from the Arhat Jade Temple, the blue wind princess immediately stepped on the main stage.

"The first match begins!" Ling Wuguo declared loudly. 

"Xing Kong, the head disciple of the Arhat Jade Temple. Princess, please give me a chance to receive your advice!" The burly-looking man from the Arhat Jade Temple unleashed a battle cry, and his entire body turned into a greenish complexion. 

The morning sunlight reflected off his skin, giving Xing Kong a sauntering look.

Cang Yue gazed upon Xing Kong and commented, "Hmm." 

Xing Kong is twenty years old and half-step into the Earth Profound Realm. Looking at Xing Kong's body, Cang Yue could tell he was well-versed in body tempering.

Unfortunately, it was a rigid type of body tempering. 

Why did Cang Yue say rigid? Well, the match will unveil it shortly. 

Cang Yue raised her finger and said, "Very well. I give you one chance to resist my attack. If you could survive it, I would admit my defeat." 

Xing Kong and others' eyes lit up immediately, but as if a bucket of cold water dropped to their faces, they remembered Cang Yue was a peak Emperor Profound Realm Expert. 

Of course, Cang Yue would hold back her power. But could they even resist it?

That's just an empty dream.

Xing Kong crossed his arms and manifested a turtle-shaped shield. He stared at Cang Yue solemnly and shouted, "Come!" 

Cang Yue smiled and stabbed her finger against the air, focusing her physical force on one point. A shockwave twirled around her and turned into a white tiger, the same one Fen Juechen unleashed yesterday.

However, it was clear Cang Yue did it without much effort. Her white tiger also looks more menacing and detailed.

Fen Juechen clenched his fist and mumbled, "Nine Beast Stances. I'm just a mere novice at it." 

"This is the real power of the Nine Beasts Stance..." 

Xing Kong faced the white tiger and growled, pushing his profound art to the limit. His turtle shield enlarged as he drove it forward.

"Jade Turtle Defense!" 

White tiger and turtle shield clashed, creating a loud explosion in the main arena. 

Xing Kong was launched away and crashed to the empty seat at the far back, spewing a mouthful of blood. His vision becomes darker in horror after facing Cang Yue's attack.

Xing Kong knew the Blue Wind Empire Princess was holding back because he could have died there. She's kind enough to let him away with some muscle trauma.

"The winner, Cang Yue from the Blue Wind Imperial Family!" Ling Wuguo said with an astounded expression. He couldn't help but shiver earlier because of that attack, even he couldn't think of a way to counter it.

'Unless I put everything on the line, I might die.' The aged referee thought to himself.

The final continued. 

Everyone had their matches and entered the top 16 pretty quickly.

Xia Qingyue's first opponent of the day just gave up.

Fen Juechen and Sikong Du showed their improvement in the Nine Beast Stances.

The Frozen Cloud Asgard's young ladies also gave a spectacular performance.

To Yu Long's surprise, the Heavenly Sword Villa's successors turned out decent. Their swordsmanship might not be the best, but for their age range, they are doing great.

Well, as expected from the Heavenly Sword Villa. The former number-one sect in the Blue Wind Ranking Tournament amassed enough resources to train their promising talents.

Everyone was given fifteen minutes of rest before the next matches.

Yu Long observed Ling Wuguo wandering to the Heavenly Sword Villa's master(Ling Yuefeng) and noticed the jealous wife(Xuanyuan Yufeng) was staring at him.

'I hope you enjoy your stay, Young Leader Yu.' Xuanyuan Yufeng smiled and raised her cup at Yu Long. 

Yu Long was amused by her act, thinking about what kind of scheme was brewing in her head. He was actually surprised Xuanyuan Yufeng hadn't made any move against Chu Yuechan, considering Ling Yuefeng had tried to visit the Fairy of Frozen Beauty a few times.

Yes, a married man actually tried to visit another woman besides his wife since Yu Long and others arrived at the Heavenly Sword Villa. 

It could be a hot scandal, but Chu Yuechan told Ling Yuefeng to scram from their courtyard. The cold maid doesn't have a single shred of interest in the Heavenly Sword Villa's master, after all.

Yu Long knew about this when Chu Yuechan shared her annoyance when getting taught how to wield a Heavy Sword last night. 

He rubbed his chin and smiled charmingly at Xuanyuan Yufeng, stunning the married woman for a bit. 

She was flustered and tried to hide it by covering her face with a folding fan. It was a test, and Xuanyuan Yufeng's reaction wasn't what Yu Long expected.

"Huh, that's weird..." Yu Long commented.

"What's weird?" Xia Qingyue tilted her head in confusion.

Yu Long chuckled and told Xia Qingyue about his little experiment.

Xia Qingyue gave Yu Long a weird look and said, "I mean... You're a handsome young man, Husband. What kind of woman wouldn't get flustered by your charming smile?" 

"Yeah, we have to agree with that." Hong Guan and others nodded at Xia Qingyue's statement. They have been eavesdropping on them.

"Be careful, young master. A woman like her will always be a cougar!" Lily pointed out, trying to scare Yu Long. 

Yu Long shrugged, "I have you all. Don't worry, I won't get tangled with that kind of woman."

He indeed pitied Xuanyuan Yufeng's fate, but that's it. If she dared to make a move against any of his women, he wouldn't let her see the sun tomorrow.

Ling Wuguo returned to the main stage and indicated the next match would begin. And to everyone's surprise, the fight is between Sikong Du and the Heavenly Sword Villa's first young master, Ling Yun.

"If you lose, don't expect a second chance from me." Cang Yue warned coldly. 

Sikong Du trembled in horror as he was given special training because of his strong fortitude. He gritted his teeth because he couldn't afford to lose and get his privilege revoked.

He sucked a cold breath and felt someone patting his shoulder.

"Calm down, and watch out for his sword." Fen Juechen gave his comrade encouragement. 

Fen Juechen wouldn't have done this in the past, but after undergoing harsh training with Sikong Du for almost two weeks, they have developed a brotherhood.

Sikong Du nodded and entered the main stage.

Ling Yun also entered the main stage, adorning his white robe and sharp weapon in his hand. He looks like a master swordsman in 'common' people's eyes.

They faced each other, trying to probe their opponent's secret.

'Villa Master, I hope your decision is wise. Or else, Ling Yun might suffer a heavy consequence.' Ling Wuguo prayed in his mind. 

He knew manipulating the matches wasn't an honest thing to do, but the Heavenly Sword Villa also wanted to shine in the Blue Wind Ranking Tournament.

What's better than stepping over a rising black horse like Sikong Du?

"Are you two ready?" Ling Wuguo asked them out.

"Yes/Yeah!" Ling Yun and Sikong Du responded straightforwardly.

"Then, let's start the match!" 

As everyone expected, this match is going to be serious.

Ling Yun drew his sword and released his cultivation base, flaring the 4th Level of Earth Profound Realm at Sikong Du.

Sikong Du entered the stance and breathed in, drawing his profound energy into his whole body. Unlike Fen Juechen, Sikong Du used the Nine Beast Stance to be more defensive and reactive.

Ling Yun waved his sword and shouted, "Heaven's Might Absolute Sword." 

"First Form - Moon Break!"

A flash of light traveled across the stage, arriving at Sikong Du's side at breakneck speed. 

It was a swift sword strike.

[Nine Beasts Stance - Black Tortoise]

Sikong Du's eyes dyed in black light as he reacted and punched the incoming sword strike.

BAM!

A heavy noise reverberated in the arena.

Ling Yun frowned and saw Sikong Du's hand bleeding.

Yet Sikong Du still maintained a serene look.

Sikong Du ignored his bleeding fist and taunted, "Is that all you have?" 

"Come on, let's see which one was stronger..." 

"Your sword..."

"Or my fist!"