Urban God-level Youth

Zhou Danqing saw this scene and remembered the situation when she participated in the tournament years ago. She was also eliminated in this round after encountering a strong opponent.

Chu Chen returned with a not-so-pleasant expression. Even he didn't expect to be eliminated so quickly.

Back when they came from the Southern Continent, everyone was full of ambition and eager to achieve great results, but the harsh reality was now before them, dealing a severe blow to everyone.

This round of the competition ended quickly, with some matches lasting no more than half an hour, and the shortest taking only a quarter of an hour to decide a winner.

Then came the second round of matches. Over the course of the day, more than five thousand participants competed. Astonishingly, out of the dozen people from the Southern Continent Academy, not a single one advanced; all were brutally eliminated.

Besides Chu Chen from the Beichu Dynasty, even Zhou Wanqing from the Nan Zhou Dynasty was eliminated. Other eliminated participants were disciples from major forces on the Southern Continent, but not from top-tier powers.

Qin Hao and the others didn't have any matches this day, but tomorrow all of them would compete. It's feared that quite a few would be eliminated then too.

...

The next morning, people from the Southern Continent Heavenly Earth Academy arrived at the tournament venue once again.

Hou Changfeng and Zhou Wantong said to Qin Hao and the others, "Everyone, put in your best effort today and strive to advance."

The group nodded. Except for Qin Hao and Wei Xianyun, most of them didn't have much confidence—the gruesome battles of the previous day were still vivid in their minds.

As the competition began, the elder of the Ancient God Academy started calling names, and the first called was Qin Hao.

Upon hearing his name, Qin Hao stood up and flew to the aerial arena. His match was on the number one arena.

Soon, his opponent flew up as well; his opponent was Zhao Wufan, a prince from the Holy Martial Dynasty of the West Continent.

The Holy Martial Dynasty borders the David Dynasty. Qin Hao passed by the Holy Martial Dynasty when traveling from the West Continent to the Central Continent.

Many in the crowd at the tournament venue had witnessed Qin Hao's combat prowess; he was someone who once fought Ning Huang to a stalemate.

As a participant, Zhao Wufan naturally had insights into the competitors. He also knew of Qin Hao's combat prowess—an extremely terrifying young prodigy who once held his own against Ning Huang of the Northern Continent. Since that battle, Qin Hao's reputation had spread throughout Ancient God City.

Qin Hao was now considered as terrifying a monster as Ning Huang, Bai Lingjia, and others.

"The match begins,"

the elder of the Ancient God Academy said casually.

Instantly, countless eyes focused on the number one arena, as Qin Hao was lauded as a seed player. People were eager to see how he would match up against Zhao Wufan.

"Mr. Qin, please!" Zhao Wufan faced him calmly.

Qin Hao wasn't polite either. With his left hand, he formed the Heavenly Gang Palm Seal, and with his right, the Earth Evil Fist Seal. A powerful and domineering aura surged forth as he charged towards Zhao Wufan.

Sensing the explosive aura from Qin Hao, Zhao Wufan's expression changed slightly. Late Stage Mahayana Realm?? Didn't the intelligence say he was at the Middle Mahayana Realm?

Could it be that in this short time, he has advanced to the Late Stage Mahayana Realm?

Those watching felt Qin Hao's overwhelming aura and were equally shocked. Damn, when did he advance to the Late Stage Mahayana Realm??

Ning Huang, Bai Lingjia, and Gui Yi were just at the Middle Mahayana Realm.

Ning Huang, noticing Qin Hao's realm, squinted his eyes, recalling their bout days ago when their realms were the same. Unexpectedly, Qin Hao had broken through in these few days.

"Bang bang bang"

On the martial arena, it was a complete sweep. In terms of realm, Qin Hao had the advantage. His cultivation techniques and divine skills also overpowered all. What could Zhao Wufan use to counter him?

The foundation of the Holy Martial Dynasty couldn't compare to Qin Hao's resources.

Just as they engaged, Zhao Wufan was forced into step-by-step retreat, seemingly not on the same level as an opponent.

After only a few dozen rounds, Zhao Wufan could no longer sustain himself. Blood trickled from his mouth, and he repeatedly retreated, driven to the edge of the martial arena.

"I concede!"

Zhao Wufan spoke.

He knew that continuing would lead to defeat; they simply weren't on the same level. This Qin Hao was too daunting; who could claim to be a prodigy in front of him?

"Southern Continent Heavenly Earth Academy, Qin Hao wins."

Qin Hao returned to the Heavenly Earth Academy's side. Seeing Qin Hao's effortless victory, everyone was profoundly shaken. The bout just now was like a man fighting an infant—utterly unmatched.

Zhou Liuxing, Yin Jian, and others felt a pang of realization—this Qin Hao was becoming more terrifying and would surely become a significant threat in the future.

Murderous intent surged within them. Given Qin Hao's displayed strength, it was entirely possible for him to enter the top ten, granting him three years of cultivation in the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm.

That three-year period could make him even more daunting, as it was a top-tier secret realm.

Once he emerges from the secret realm, he must be eliminated, or else there would be endless troubles, Zhou Liuxing and Yin Jian thought.

"Qin Hao, you're too incredible!" Lan Manshuang and Nangong Yuya were speechless and astonished.

Qin Hao smiled slightly, "He was just too weak. Only people like Ning Huang and a few others can still contend with me; the rest don't stand a chance."

Wei Xianyun, sitting beside Qin Hao, wore a charming smile, her eyes carrying a proud look, for Qin Hao was her Dao companion. Their wedding had received the blessing of the Heavenly Dao.

As they were speaking, several young and beautiful women with graceful figures walked over.

They approached Qin Hao directly. They were top female prodigies from certain forces, knowing they stood no chance of advancing. Thus, they wished to become Qin Hao's attendants and follow him into the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm.

"What can I do for you?" Qin Hao seemed puzzled as he looked at these young beauties.

One young beauty shyly said, "Mr. Qin, you don't have any attendants, do you? We wish to become your attendants, following you faithfully for life."

Upon hearing their words, Qin Hao understood their intentions. Before he could speak, Nangong Yuya interjected, "Sorry, but Qin Hao already has attendants. Even if you become his attendants, you won't have the chance to enter the Hidden Dragon Secret Realm."

Qin Hao also smiled, "I apologize, ladies."

"It's alright, Mr. Qin. You're too kind. In that case, we won't disturb you any longer." After saying that, they left.

After they left, Nangong Yuya, slightly annoyed, remarked, "A bunch of sly foxes, daring to set their sights on Qin Hao."

At this time, the second round of duels was about to begin. From Heaven and Earth Academy, Lan Manshuang, Yin Jian, and Wang Teng flew up.

Lan Manshuang's opponent was a prodigy from a major force in the Central Continent, but their strength was average and not superior to Lan Manshuang.

Yin Jian and Wang Teng weren't as fortunate. Yin Jian faced Gui Yi from Guiyuan Pavilion, and Wang Teng's opponent was also a prodigy from a top-tier Central Continent force.