Eternal Heavenly Emperor

Zhong Baorong and Yan Ming were not renowned geniuses from the previous Fledgling Dragon List, but they held themselves in very high regard, believing that those ranked after seventy were simply not their match.

This was not blind confidence, but a conclusion drawn from actual combat.

——They had both defeated geniuses ranked in the seventies. Otherwise, they would not have been invited by Zhuo Yunshan to attend the tea ceremony.

The reason they had not made it on the Fledgling Dragon List was because when it was held, they were either in seclusion or training in ancient ruins, missing such a grand event.

This was quite normal. Cang State is vast, and for various reasons, some geniuses would inevitably miss out. The new Fledgling Dragon List was bound to omit a few extraordinary talents due to unexpected events happening at any moment, which spared no one, not even geniuses.

In Zhong Baorong and Yan Ming's eyes, Chu Hao was merely a Three Meridians Martial Sect, while they were Four Meridians. For super talents, surpassing a small realm was an unbridgeable gap, as they were monsters capable of challenging higher levels. So how could they be beaten by someone else?

Thus, how could Chu Hao be on equal footing with them, let alone share their gains?

"Brother Zhong, Brother Yan, please think twice before you speak!" Zhuo Yunshan immediately scolded.

Seeing Zhuo Yunshan not only speak for Chu Hao but even reprimand them, both Zhong Baorong and Yan Ming showed signs of displeasure. Zhuo Yunshan was a beauty with outstanding talent. How could they not be moved by her?

Along the way, they had competed openly and secretly, belittling each other while praising themselves. But now, they were defeated by a mere Three Meridians Martial Artist.

How could they accept this?

Beauty indeed brings trouble. Zhong Baorong and Yan Ming's eyes towards Chu Hao were no longer just contemptuous but carried a hint of killing intent.

How dare you compete with us for a woman? Have you lived enough?

A worthless person who relies on women!

"Fairy Zhuo, Shangfang Mountain is fraught with dangers. For the sake of the team, we can't afford to have someone dragging us down!" Yan Ming said seriously, looking very reasonable. But his next words revealed his true intentions, "I must test 'Brother Chu's' capabilities. If he is too weak, it would be best to stay here. This way, not only won't he harm others, but he can also preserve his own life."

The latter part of his statement was very impolite, almost directly stating that Chu Hao was incompetent and would drag them down.

Zhuo Yunshan's beautiful eyes widened in anger.

She had assured repeatedly that Chu Hao's strength was solid and warned Zhong Baorong and Yan Ming not to stir trouble. But they still pressed him. Such dispositions... would not lead to great achievements.

Her expression turned cold, "Since you two look down on Brother Chu, please leave. Your efforts at Shangfang Mountain will not be required!"

Wha, what?

Zhong Baorong and Yan Ming looked both angry and surprised simultaneously. Anger because they were thrown out by Zhuo Yunshan, and surprise because Chu Hao was the reason.

All for a mere Three Meridians kid?

"Fairy Zhuo, have you thought this through? Each of us is a hundred times stronger than he is!" Zhong Baorong shouted, furious and embarrassed. This was an outcome he couldn't accept.

Yan Ming didn't speak, but his eyes showed intense killing intent, glaring at Chu Hao.

Zhuo Yunshan was about to speak when Chu Hao extended his hand, signaling her to stop.

"Since you both need a beating, I reluctantly have to discipline you!" Chu Hao said calmly, shaking his hand as if warming up.

"What arrogance!" Yan Ming stepped forward first, "Within ten moves, I'll have you on your knees."

Chu Hao grinned, "No need, one move is enough."

Yan Ming nearly exploded in anger. Was Chu Hao suggesting that he could knock him out in one move? Where did this Three Meridians weakling get such confidence? He snorted, "I really don't believe it."

"Brother Chu——" Zhuo Yunshan hesitated a bit. A fight here could cause significant damage and collateral injuries.

"Don't worry, it's fine!" Chu Hao smiled.

"Fine or not, I'll decide!" Yan Ming shouted, launching himself at Chu Hao. His hands turned into palms, striking out rapidly. In an instant, the sky was filled with his palm shadows, making it impossible to tell which hands were real.

Chu Hao's gaze intensified and, with a swoosh, he sprang up, heading straight for Yan Ming.

What, this kid isn't dodging or parrying Yan Ming's attack? Where did this confidence come from? Is he out of his mind?

Zhong Baorong sneered inwardly. He had thought Chu Hao was extraordinary, but he turned out to be a fool. Even he wouldn't dare charge head-on into Yan Ming's attack like this. Wasn't this courting death?

Zhuo Yunshan was also incredibly surprised. In her impression, Chu Hao was a Sword Dao expert. But now, he was not even drawing his sword and directly using his body to confront the attack. This intelligence... did she misjudge him?

"Seeking death!" Yan Ming sneered. It would indeed take less than ten moves; one was enough.

Boom!

Yan Ming's palms struck Chu Hao, but what happened next surprised Zhuo Yunshan and Zhong Baorong to the point of almost dropping their jaws. The two palms had no effect on Chu Hao, as if Yan Ming had gently patted him.

Chu Hao broke through Yan Ming's palm shadows, casually throwing a punch towards Yan Ming's head.

With a loud bang, Yan Ming fell unconscious.

This... Zhong Baorong, watching, broke into a cold sweat.

He thought highly of himself, deeming Yan Ming no match for him. But even if he could defeat Yan Ming, it would take him more than a hundred moves.

But Chu Hao?

One move knocked Yan Ming out. What kind of overwhelming strength was this?

No, no, no. It wasn't about Chu Hao's overpowering strength, but his defense was almost inhuman. He took Yan Ming's hit and then used the opportunity to counterattack, significantly increasing the success rate.

It was like two boxers fighting, where one who purely defended would find it difficult to seize a winning opportunity. If someone attacked, they might pose a threat to the opponent while exposing their own weaknesses.

Attack and defense could only be balanced. An attack would definitely affect defense.

Everyone understood this principle, but the question was, who dared to take on Yan Ming's powerful blow head-on? This would need a Five Meridians, or even a Six Meridians, to overpower him completely.

But Chu Hao was just Three Meridians!

Monster, definitely a monster.

Zhuo Yunshan covered her mouth with her delicate hand to stifle a gasp.

In just three short months, how had Chu Hao's combat style changed so drastically? Generally speaking, transitioning from one field to another required a significant adaptation period. During this period, a Martial Artist's strength typically wouldn't increase. This seemed illogical.

But what about Chu Hao?

A monster, definitely a monster.

Chu Hao smiled faintly. Dragon Tooth Rice was a very precious item. Just one grain would incite fierce competition among War General-level experts. He had consumed one grain a day for almost four months.

With the help of Overlord Body Jue, he had fully absorbed the essence of the Dragon Tooth Rice, enhancing his physique comprehensively.

Yan Ming's two strikes were indeed fierce but only caused him some pain. Injuring him severely? No chance.

He smiled lightly, looking at Zhong Baorong, "Do you want to test my ability too?"

Zhong Baorong's face twitched uncontrollably. He no longer had the courage.

At that moment, Yan Ming woke up. He hadn't realized he had been unconscious and thought he had just been knocked down by Chu Hao's punch. He quickly stood up, shouting, "Brat, I must admit you have some skill, but it's not enough to defeat me!"

Hearing his boast, Zhuo Yunshan and Zhong Baorong both showed strange expressions.

You had already lost thoroughly. If Chu Hao wanted to kill, you would have died a hundred times over during your unconsciousness.

"Attack! What, got cold feet?" Yan Ming continued his provocation.

"Brother Yan!" Zhong Baorong couldn't bear to see him make a fool of himself further. He also had a share in provoking Chu Hao earlier and now felt immense pressure, like it was breaking his spine.

He pulled Yan Ming away, who was still reluctant until Zhong Baorong whispered something in his ear. Yan Ming then gasped and, like a puppet, allowed Zhong Baorong to lead him away.

"Brother Chu, it's truly surprising that in just three months, your strength has improved so much!" Zhuo Yunshan said with deep emotion.

She was an unequivocal genius, yet Chu Hao was a genius among geniuses. Their strengths had been almost equal three months ago, and despite her rapid progress, Chu Hao's strides were faster, seemingly leaving her behind.

Chu Hao smiled, "Just luck!"

Without Dragon Tooth Rice, even with Overlord Body Jue, he wouldn't have achieved such good results. Without Overlord Body Jue, the Dragon Tooth Rice's essence would have slowly enhanced his physique over time.

So, there was indeed a bit of luck involved.

Zhuo Yunshan could only respond with silence, nodding towards Chu Hao, "With Yan Ming and Zhong Baorong gone, we need to find two more people."

Chu Hao nodded. His combat power was one thing, but breaking the barrier of Medicine Valley required strength and destructive power, which meant his defense and derivation abilities were of no use.

"Let's wait another day. Tomorrow I'll invite Brother Chu again," Zhuo Yunshan said.

Chu Hao felt a bit embarrassed, "It's only because of me."

"No, some people are just too proud."