Ling Tian Sword God

So it's this move after all. Seeing Xu Ruoyan's soaring energy on the battle platform, Ling Chen's eyes also narrowed slightly. The Ice Heart Divine Soul was Xu Ruoyan's ace in the hole. Now that it was deployed, she was likely prepared for an all-out fight.

"A secret technique that significantly enhances power?"

Amazement also flickered in Fu Tian Jue's eyes. This kind of momentary power increase without any side effects was not forbidden in the Martial World Convention. He hadn't expected Xu Ruoyan to possess such a secret technique.

"Haha, as expected of the woman I, Fu Tian Jue, have set my sights on. Conquering you will be even more thrilling."

Fu Tian Jue laughed heartily, the burning desire in his eyes becoming even more intense. He swung his saber again, and the searing saber energy surged, rapidly gathering at the blade's edge.

"Explosive Flame Slash!"

The Saber Light swept out like a series of exploding flames, blossoming all over the battle platform and rolling towards Xu Ruoyan.

Unperturbed within the sea of fire, Xu Ruoyan poised her Cloud and Water Sword high with both hands. The overwhelming chill from her body radiated outward. She struck down repeatedly with her sword; as each beam of Sword Light shot out, it attracted ambient water vapor, which adhered to it.

PFFT! PFFT! PFFT!

Before that icy Sword Light, the clusters of flames shattered, creating shocking explosions.

The two types of True Qi forces intertwined on the battle platform, as if creating a world of ice and fire.

"Ice Seal Three Feet!"

Xu Ruoyan emerged from the sea of fire. Pointing her sword at the platform surface, a flower of Ice Crystal swiftly condensed beneath it. It spread out in a straight line at an astonishing speed, leaving a trail of Ice Crystals that shot directly toward Fu Tian Jue's feet.

Seeing this, Fu Tian Jue flicked his robes and immediately thrust his Raging Fire Saber into the platform surface.

An imposing surge of fire energy, seemingly transforming into a Fire Dragon, similarly melted a fiery path across the platform as it charged furiously at Xu Ruoyan.

BOOM!

The saber qi and sword qi collided, causing another violent explosion.

A figure rushed out from within the smoke—none other than Fu Tian Jue. He had built up his saber's momentum, leaped into mid-air, and then abruptly unleashed a massive Fire Dragon. The powerful saber pressure seemed to instantly clear the air in front of Xu Ruoyan.

His saber technique was astounding, complemented by his own Overbearing Saber Intent. This move, once unleashed, was as earth-shattering as a volcanic eruption.

Fu Tian Jue took an aerial step, his body soaring directly to the head of the Fire Dragon. Riding the wind and commanding the dragon, he slashed his saber at Xu Ruoyan.

"What a 'Raging Fire Mad Saber' Fu Tian Jue! Truly domineering, unparalleled among the younger generation," a promising young talent, witnessing the earth-shattering scene on the platform, exclaimed in shock.

So this is the extent of Fu Tian Jue's abilities. Young Master of Myriad Dao clenched his fists. It turned out Fu Tian Jue hadn't used his full strength when they fought.

Now, Xu Ruoyan's strength had forced Fu Tian Jue to go all out.

In the face of Fu Tian Jue's terrifying onslaught, Xu Ruoyan also pushed her Ice Heart Divine Soul to its limit. Her True Qi merged into her sword qi, condensing into a lotus of sword qi beneath her feet. As the lotus spun rapidly, streams of sword qi shot out from it in all directions.

Riding the lotus of sword qi, Xu Ruoyan soared into mid-air like a peacock displaying its feathers.

Under numerous astounded gazes, the Sword Qi Lotus and the Fire Dragon collided head-on. The overwhelming Air Energy stirred ripples through the air. The Fire Dragon exploded, and the astonishingly scorching True Qi, like Red Lotus Karma Fire, ignited the air above the battle platform.

The moment the Fire Dragon collapsed, the Lotus of Sword Qi also shattered. However, as it shattered, countless streams of lotus leaf sword qi burst forth, piercing the sea of flames and densely enveloping Fu Tian Jue.

"What?"

Caught off guard within the sea of flames, Fu Tian Jue had no time to defend before two streams of lotus leaf sword qi struck him. Two Blood Caves appeared on his chest, and with a grunt, he was flung backward.

Seeing Fu Tian Jue thrown backward, Xu Ruoyan immediately moved, her sword an extension of herself, lunging toward him like a swift, cold wind, without hesitation.

"Xu Ruoyan wins," Ling Chen said, his gaze focused.

"Fu Tian Jue was only slightly injured. Doesn't he still have a chance to turn the tables?" Shangguan Qiushui asked, surprised, not understanding why Ling Chen had reached a conclusion so quickly.

"Ling Chen is right," Nie Wu Xiang, who had been quiet all this time, nodded. "Those two streams of sword qi might not have seemed like much, but they actually invaded Fu Tian Jue's body, causing some damage to his meridians and internal organs. His condition will undoubtedly decline. Even at his peak, he wasn't Xu Ruoyan's match. How can he turn the tables now that he's injured?"

"Xu Ruoyan's secret technique should have a time limit, right? Once it expires, she'll be in trouble," Shangguan Qiushui said.

"He won't last that long," Ling Chen said, shaking his head. The reasoning is sound, but it's not that simple.

BANG!

Sure enough, just as they finished their discussion, the outcome on the battle platform was decided. Fu Tian Jue was once again struck by Xu Ruoyan's sword and then blasted off the battle platform.

"Unbelievable. You two were correct," Shangguan Qiushui exclaimed, her mouth slightly agape.

"Junior Brother Ling Chen, your fiancée is quite formidable," Nie Wu Xiang remarked, giving Ling Chen a meaningful look.

"HEH HEH," Ling Chen chuckled awkwardly. Xu Ruoyan's displayed strength had indeed somewhat surprised him. This woman's growth rate surpassed that of any genius he had ever known.

In the audience, intense discussions had already begun.

"Xu Ruoyan defeated Fu Tian Jue. It seems she and Young Master Ye have the best chance of advancing to the top four from Group Two."

"With such strength, her entry into the semifinals is virtually guaranteed. The only question now is who will be number one in Group Two—Young Master Ye or Xu Ruoyan."

"Three of the four great young masters have been defeated. A new generation replaces the old. This younger generation is truly formidable."

"Each one is a monster. I'm increasingly eager to see which of these monsters will have the last laugh."

As the crowd buzzed, the atmosphere in the venue continued to heat up, reaching one climax after another.

Interesting. Young Master Ye stood on a platform, having watched the entire battle between Xu Ruoyan and Fu Tian Jue.

Who could have imagined that a girl once as insignificant as an ant could now shake a great tree? I truly regret not killing you in the Tienzong Ruins back then.

A bewitching smile touched Young Master Ye's lips, a smile that seemed almost unmanly.

Now, both Xu Ruoyan and Ling Chen posed a considerable threat to him.

In this Martial World Convention, he bore the mission of taking first place once again. He absolutely could not fail. If he succeeded, his position in the sect would be completely solidified. Sikong Yi had promised a reward of immeasurable value for the one who came in first. Only after achieving that rank would he discover the extent of the reward.