Zhao Yu’s body shook, as he directly activated the Holy Body Secret Technique, Wind and Thunder Transformation.
The aura of his Spiritual Power instantly rose another level.
Surpassing Ling Chen in terms of Spiritual Power by a whole level.
Following that, Zhao Yu clenched his right hand, and a mid-grade King Spiritual Weapon Longsword materialized.
Last time, he was defeated by Ling Chen’s weapon.
This time, he was determined not to make the same mistake.
"Sky-reaching World Destruction Slash!"
Zhao Yu roared, foregoing any pretense of modesty, and directly unleashed the mid-grade King Spirit Technique.
A terrifying Sword Qi, two hundred feet long, slashed towards Ling Chen!
Witnessing Zhao Yu brandishing all his techniques at the outset, everyone’s faces were filled with shock.
This was clearly a move that would decide the victor!
Watching the immense Sword Qi spanning across the heavens and the earth, the corner of Ling Chen’s mouth twitched, and the Green Lotus Sword Qi burst forth, followed by a delicate Green Lotus appearing once again before everyone’s eyes.
"Your attack, it’s still not enough!"
Ling Chen said with a faint smile.
The Green Lotus flew towards the massive Sword Qi.
The two attacks collided instantaneously, producing an earth-shattering boom.
At the place where they clashed, a terrifying storm swept out!
A few moments later, both attacks dissipated like smoke.
The first exchange between the two ended in a draw.
Elder Xue, witnessing the scene, showed no surprise in his eyes.
It was all within his expectations.
"Finally, someone can withstand Ling Chen’s attacks!"
Many exclaimed in astonishment.
Previously, Ling Chen was too dominant, crushing his opponents with overwhelming force.
Now, at least in terms of attacking power, Zhao Yu was not at a disadvantage.
A grave look flitted across Zhao Yu’s eyes.
Having experienced Ling Chen’s techniques before, he had no intention of defeating Ling Chen in a single blow.
"Kid, your attacks are indeed formidable! But, strength is not determined merely by attacking power!"
A cold smirk appeared on Zhao Yu’s lips.
"Sky Ascending Ghost Step!"
His Spiritual Power surged into his legs, and Zhao Yu’s figure instantly vanished from its original position.
The next moment, Zhao Yu appeared behind Ling Chen.
Zhao Yu raised his Longsword, and a Sword Qi slashed towards Ling Chen’s back.
"This is a mid-grade Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique!"
"How is that possible? A newbie can actually use a mid-grade Heavenly Spirit Technique?"
"That’s terrifying, isn’t it?"
The Blue-clothed Disciples all cried out in shock.
A newcomer achieving this was far too horrifying.
It’s known that even amongst these veteran disciples, generally, none could do this without being at least at the fifth layer of the Palace Mansion Realm.
Just as the Sword Qi was about to strike Ling Chen, nearly everyone held their breath.
Was Ling Chen going to be defeated?
The Sword Qi slashed down, but it passed right through Ling Chen’s body without leaving a trace of blood.
Someone cried out in surprise.
"Is a mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique such a big deal?"
A voice came from above.
Only then did everyone realize, Ling Chen’s figure was slowly reappearing.
"You can use a mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique too?"
Zhao Yu stared at Ling Chen, his face filled with disbelief.
But even if Ling Chen could use a mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique, with a disadvantage in Spiritual Power, his speed should not be better than his own.
How was it possible to evade his attack?
Moreover, to maximize power, he had directly energized the Sword Qi with Spiritual Power.
He did not even use a King Spirit Technique.
"A third-layer Palace Mansion Realm can use a mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique?"
"My god, is a mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique so easy to cultivate?"
The crowd gasped in amazement.
Their eyes filled with an indescribable shock.
Ling Chen’s performance had a huge impact on them.
Especially for those disciples at the early fifth layer of the Palace Mansion Realm.
None of them had achieved it!
Yet, a third-layer Palace Mansion Realm disciple had done so.
"This kid’s talent is truly heaven-defying!"
Elder Xue gave a wry smile, his eyes brimming with shock.
That Ling Chen’s Spiritual Power at the third layer of the Palace Mansion Realm could match that of the fifth layer was already surprising enough.
But Ling Chen had even managed to execute a mid-grade Body Technique King Spirit Technique.
Where was this guy’s limit?
"Zhao Yu, you are no match for me!"
Ling Chen said with a faint smile.
Though he was one level lower in terms of Spiritual Power, he secretly activated his Undying Star body.
With his physique nearly reaching the level of the Palace Mansion Realm, he could completely compensate for the gap in Spiritual Power!
Zhao Yu shook his head vehemently, his eyes blazing with madness.
He absolutely could not allow himself to be defeated by Ling Chen twice.
Last time, the defeat was due to the King Spiritual Weapon in his hand.
But this time, Ling Chen had no advantage in terms of Spiritual Weapons.
"No matter what, today, you will be defeated by me!"
Zhao Yu’s eyes were bloodshot, staring fixedly at Ling Chen, before once again unleashing the mid-grade King Spirit Technique, ’Sky-reaching World Destruction Slash’!
"Still not convinced, huh?"
A chill flashed in Ling Chen’s eyes.
Ling Chen’s body quivered, and the aura of his Spiritual Power climbed again.
"Late third-layer Palace Mansion Realm?"
Many blue-clothed disciples exclaimed in disbelief.
They realized that until now, Ling Chen had still held back his strength.
"Has he finally revealed his full cultivation?"
Elder Xue and the ten Stewards silently mused.
Ling Chen’s cultivation, in their eyes, was no secret at all.
After all, they were all high-level Kings of the Palace Mansion Realm.
"Green Lotus Blossoms!"
Ling Chen sneered, and a Green Lotus burst forth again.
The Green Lotus collided with the massive Sword Qi, shattering it almost instantly, and continued slashing towards Zhao Yu.
The Sword Qi unleashed by Zhao Yu couldn’t stop the advance of the Green Lotus at all and was destroyed.
Finally, the Green Lotus struck forcibly against the mid-grade King Spiritual Weapon that Zhao Yu had in front of his chest.
The mid-grade King Spiritual Weapon was sent flying, striking heavily against Zhao Yu’s chest.
His chest instantly caved in.
And his body was blasted hundreds of yards away!
Zhao Yu desperately stabilized his form, but the severity of his injuries caused him to spew a mouthful of fresh blood.
Deacon Zhao hastily flew over, produced an Elixir, and administered it to Zhao Yu.
Seeing Zhao Yu’s injuries improve, Deacon Zhao quickly said.
Then, Deacon Zhao took Zhao Yu away from the scene.
As they left, he gave Ling Chen a fierce glare.
"Ling Chen wins, congratulations on making it into the top ten!"
Elder Xue said with a smile.
Ling Chen gave a slight smile towards Elder Xue.
Then, he flew off towards a corner in the distance.
At this moment, all eyes followed Ling Chen’s figure.
The strength that Ling Chen had displayed made him a very likely candidate to vie for first place!
A newcomer reaching this stage was unprecedented in the history of the Burning Flame Sect.
How could they not be shocked?
"We absolutely cannot let this kid become the first! Otherwise, where would we old fellows put our faces?"
Many fifth-layer Palace Mansion Realm disciples gazed at Ling Chen with eyes filled with hostility!