The outer and inner layers are separated by just one word, but the treatment is vastly different.

Some martial artists, even after being introduced by the main city into the sect's outer layer, can only stay in the outer layer all their lives and are unable to enter the inner layer.

This is the cruel reality.

Talent has long determined everything.

Two days passed in the blink of an eye.

City Lord Bei Kongshi had made it very clear that those below the Mortal Level Seventh Layer should not watch the battle.

However, when we arrived at the scene, we found that the number of martial artists below the Mortal Level Seventh Layer was innumerable, the audience was even more than the talent summit two days ago.

When Wang Xu sat in the position of the sixteen city lords, all the other city lords were surprised.

It should be known that everyone present was the strongest in a major city, and each one was at least over forty years old.

However, Wang Xu's appearance seemed to be just in his early twenties!

Most importantly, this young man in his early twenties was actually just a Third Class Earth Level martial artist!

Not only the city lords were shocked, but even the martial artists in the stands started a fervent discussion.

All the focus instantly concentrated on Wang Xu.

"Is he from the Flame Fire Main City? Oh, I see."

When the city lords learned that Wang Xu was from the Flame Fire Main City, they all revealed a sudden realization.

Yan Xi from the Flame Fire Main City has always been known for being at the bottom.

Even as a Second Class Earth Level martial artist, he could not defeat an opponent of the same level in a single bout, always being eliminated in the first round and becoming a laughingstock.

Apparently, Yan Xi knew he would still embarrass himself this year, so he simply chose to send a Third Class Earth Level martial artist.

After all, it's a loss no matter what.

Wang Xu remained silent, facing numerous gazes, he closed his eyes, completely ignoring them.

"Hmph! Still acting arrogant at this point, I can't wait to see what a sorry figure you'll be when it's your turn to take the stage!"

Lin Shangyu in the stands sneered coldly.

Liu Rumi looked at Wang Xu's figure, her gaze flickering, seemingly anticipating his performance.

Bei Xinsi's beautiful eyes also focused on Wang Xu.

Wang Xu was about her age, but the heights he had reached far surpassed her.

But now Wang Xu was going to participate in the main city's summit as a Third Class Earth Level martial artist, in a confrontation where victory was fundamentally impossible, why did he choose to participate?

Bei Xinsi couldn't fathom Wang Xu's thoughts, could not see through Wang Xu.

"A Third Class Earth Level martial artist, truly courageous."

Lin Fenglang, standing in the same row, flashed a fierce look in his eyes as he saw Wang Xu close his eyes to rest.

A moment later.

Bei Kongshi's white silhouette appeared.

Accompanying him were two sect members in yellow robes.

"The main city summit follows the same rules as usual, with this year's ranking determined by last year's final ranking."

Bei Kongshi said, "Everyone has three challenge opportunities, after three challenge opportunities, the ranking is fixed, the top three will gain the recommendation to enter Kunlong Martial Sect."

"Now, begin the challenge."

Immediately, all eyes fell on Wang Xu.

Wang Xu was ranked sixteenth, and he had the first opportunity to challenge.

Wang Xu opened his eyes, his gaze sweeping over the other fifteen city lords.

When his gaze landed on the first place, a middle-aged man in black, he lingered a bit longer.

This man was none other than the City Lord of Xunzi Main City, Fu Jinlei.

The only Celestial Level martial artist among the sixteen main cities.

"I choose to challenge the third city lord."

Wang Xu spoke.

Wow!

Everyone was in an uproar, astonished at Wang Xu's decision.

He was ranked sixteenth, and he wanted to challenge the third place right away, wasn't this akin to seeking death!

"He actually... challenged me first?"

Indeed, ranked third was none other than the City Lord of Chi Hurricane Main City, Lin Fenglang!

Lin Fenglang's expression remained unchanged, his gaze sullen.

He never expected that a "waste" ranked sixteenth would dare to bypass so many ranks to challenge the majesty of the third rank!

This was blatant provocation!

"Hahaha..."

Lin Shangyu laughed out loud, "Turns out to be a famously useless person, if I had known this, why would I have bothered my father!"

"Why would he choose to challenge the third place?"

Liu Rumi's eyes were puzzled.

Bei Xinsi pursed her lips, seemingly inexplicably angry about Wang Xu's decision.

Not only them, even Bei Kongshi on the main platform, and the two sect members, all turned their gazes.

"Interesting."

A sect member had a hint of a smile on his face.

"What's interesting is using tricks, deliberately hiding his realm, and opportunistically!"

Another sect member sneered.

Bei Kongshi frowned.

The three are all Celestial Level martial artists, naturally able to see through Wang Xu's realm suppression at a glance.

The challenger was clear, Wang Xu got up and walked onto the martial platform.

Lin Fenglang sneered repeatedly, slapped the chair, his body soared into the air, landing on the martial platform in a single step.

The two formed a stark contrast.

A Third Class Earth Level martial artist against a First Class Earth Level martial artist, their strengths were clearly not on the same level.

Clang Clang!

The gongs and drums sounded, the fight officially began.

"Daring to challenge me, admirable courage, but your end will be tragic!"

Lin Fenglang's voice was like a fine line, transmitted only into Wang Xu's ear, unheard by others.

Wang Xu suddenly met his cold gaze, as if he hadn't heard his words.

Lin Fenglang, being so ignored, felt a flame rise in his heart.

Boom~~

The powerful aura of a First Class Earth Level martial artist suddenly burst forth.

The Mortal Level martial artist in the stands seemed to be struck by a thousand-jin giant hammer under this overwhelming aura, retreating in shock.

"Blood Sealing Hand!"

Lin Fenglang's figure suddenly attacked, his hands turning blood red, as if soaked in fresh blood, exuding a chilling aura.

This is a High Class martial technique, unleashed by a First Class Earth Level martial artist, its power was imaginable.

Wang Xu moved as well.

He did not draw a weapon, instead charging directly at Lin Fenglang.

His calm and steady fist suddenly glowed with a dark golden sheen.

Boom!

Their fists met, seemingly trying to distinguish their power levels.

The dust and energy waves stirred, spreading out like ripples.

The martial platform cracked like a spider web, spreading outwards.

Thud, thud, thud...

Wang Xu's body retreated a few steps, and Lin Fenglang's body also retreated a step.

However, this did not stop those present from gasping in astonishment.

He actually blocked it!

Liu Rumi's beautiful eyes sparkled, full of vitality.

Bei Xinsi loosened her tightly pursed lips, her small mouth slightly agape.

Lin Shangyu was even more surprised that his fan almost fell to the ground!

A Third Class Earth Level martial artist actually faced and withstood the strike of a First Class Earth Level martial artist?

Would anyone believe such words if they were spread?

"His power... is actually equivalent to mine!"

Lin Fenglang was startled in his heart.

He was very aware of how terrifying the power of this strike was, even a First Class Earth Level martial artist of the same rank would suffer minor injuries against a direct palm from him.

In contrast, Wang Xu.

Only retreated a few steps, without any further effect.

He completely blocked this strike!

"Impossible, he must have some method, how could a Third Class Earth Level martial artist withstand me with a fist!"

Lin Fenglang's face twisted fiercely.

On the main stand.

"Hmm?"

Two sect members sat upright, looking sternly.

They were Celestial Level martial artists, well aware of the gap between Third Class Earth Level and First Class Earth Level martial artists.

This person had deliberately hid their strength and suppressed their realm, yet without releasing their realm, they actually blocked a strike from a First Class Earth Level martial artist.

Inconceivable!

"The body of the Golden Spirit Scripture is indeed impressive."

Wang Xu was able to withstand Lin Fenglang's strike by relying on the strengthened body granted by the Golden Spirit Scripture.

This enhancement had long placed his body above that of a First Class Earth Level martial artist, far exceeded it even.

Thus, his strength in his physical form alone could rival that of a First Class Earth Level martial artist.

"Blood Sealing Hand!"

Lin Fenglang attacked once more.

Wang Xu still used his body to clash head-on with Lin Fenglang.

This kind of brute-force battle was the most direct, without flashy, showy moves, nor the flickering movements of high-level body techniques, just pure violence, using power to speak.

The power of the Golden Spirit Scripture was built on the consumption of massive primordial power.

Anyone else wouldn't be able to use physical martial techniques like this, but Wang Xu could use them frequently, fully unleashing the power of the Golden Spirit Scripture.

Bang, bang, bang!

The two stood almost in place, throwing punches wildly, whoever showed pain first or had a bone fracture would willingly admit defeat first.

Hiss~

Suddenly, a faint trace of lightning appeared, a soft rumble of thunder echoed, and Lin Fenglang's fist abruptly changed.

What was previously drenched as if in fresh blood was suddenly enveloped in a blue glow.

Strands of electricity danced and flickered on his fist.

The terrifying aura, twice as imposing as before, swept out violently.

Thunderous Mountain Shaking Palm!

"This is an incomplete secret technique, my most powerful move, go to hell!"

Lin Fenglang, known for being insidious and vicious, could employ any means necessary.

He abruptly changed his move just to deliver a thunderous strike to Wang Xu.

Although Wang Xu sensed something, he was too late.

Boom!

This time, Wang Xu's figure was lifted off the ground, flying backward.

He flew dozens of meters, almost outside the boundary, before he suddenly punched the ground, forcibly stopping his backward flight.

"Die!"

Lin Fenglang's figure did not let up, relentlessly following, with fists lightly glowing with lightning aiming fiercely at Wang Xu's chest!

Boom~~

Suddenly, a surge of energy spread out.

Lin Fenglang's eyes widened, as big as bronze bells.

Not just him, nearly everyone present almost jumped up in shock.

A First Class Earth Level martial artist!

Wang Xu fully revealed his true realm strength, at the same time, his fist struck directly.

Boom!

Even though Lin Fenglang used an incomplete secret technique, in the face of Wang Xu's strength surpassing that of a First Class Earth Level martial artist, it was simply pathetic.

"Wow..."

Lin Fenglang's body was uncontrollably sent flying, spitting a mouthful of fresh blood mid-air, his face turned pale.

Swoosh!

He suddenly felt a gust of wind whiz past, shocking Lin Fenglang to the core, turning his head to see Wang Xu suddenly and silently appear behind him!

Bam!

Wang Xu unhesitatingly delivered another punch, this time striking Lin Fenglang's chest.(To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets at Qidian (qidian.com), your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please read at m.qidian.com)

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