Chen Kaiyang, the Sect Leader of Cyan Mountain Sword Sect, a martial artist at the seventh level of the Yang Wheel, is second only to the Supreme Elder in the entire Cyan Mountain County.

Such a terrifying existence turned out to be the gray-robed elder appearing at the Scripture Pavilion. Chu Nan was just incredulous — what is a dignified Sect Leader doing in the Scripture Pavilion every day?

Chen Kaiyang's aura was profound and deep. At first glance, he seemed less like a person and more like a mountain insurmountable by mortal men, evoking a sense of awe.

"Everyone, sit down," Chen Kaiyang said calmly, his gaze finally falling on the arena.

Chu Hai stood proudly with his chest out, naturally assuming the Sect Leader's personal arrival was because of him.

Gradually calming down, Chu Nan focused more on the gamble duel at hand rather than Chen Kaiyang's identity.

Then, Chen Kaiyang spoke majestically: "On the arena stands a newly promoted true disciple of the Sect and the only Emperor Level Martial Vein of the Sect — they are both once-in-a-lifetime peerless talents in Cyan Mountain County."

"I have decided to take the victor of this gamble duel as my disciple, passing down the final legacy of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect to him in the future!"

Gasp~

With these words, everyone present gasped; the Sect Leader intended to take either Chu Hai or Chu Nan as his disciple!

This was an extremely strong signal.

Currently, there are thirty-six true disciples, yet none have been able to take the Sect Leader as their master, which illustrates the prestige of the position.

In some sense, whoever becomes the Sect Leader's disciple has a great chance of becoming the next Sect Leader of Cyan Mountain Sword Sect!

Although it's not a certainty, it does put one far ahead of many others.

Chu Hai trembled with excitement, never expecting the opportunity to leap like a carp over the dragon gate to be so near!

"I must give it my all against Chu Nan, leaving him no chance!"

Chu Nan's expression was peculiar, for some reason feeling that when Chen Kaiyang spoke about taking the victor as a disciple, he was notably looking at him.

"Could the Sect Leader have come here to take me as his disciple?"

Thinking of this, Chu Nan also couldn't help but feel a sense of expectation—if he could take the Sect Leader as his master, the Chu family would pose no further threat to him!

In the audience, Chu Han grew excited — if Chu Hai could become Chen Kaiyang's disciple, the Chu family would surely become the number one family in Cyan Mountain County in the future.

Even the Prefect of Cyan Mountain County, Shangguan Hong, now looked at Chu Han with eyes that had changed.

Although Chu Nan's cultivation was advancing rapidly, he still lagged far behind Chu Hai. Without having fought, the outcome seemed clear, after this battle, with the Chu family backed by Cyan Mountain Sword Sect, they would surely soar, making even him, the Prefect, have to give them a bit of face.

Chen Kaiyang's words pushed the excitement of this duel to its peak, and all eyes were firmly fixed on the arena, awaiting the moment when victory and defeat would be decided.

On the arena, the judge solemnly announced: "Life and Death Arena, regardless of life or death, now begin!"

"Chu Nan, kneel before me!" As soon as the judge's words fell, Chu Hai's eyes burst with intense battle intent, and with a roar, he charged towards Chu Nan.

Chu Hai's spear moved like a dragon, like a flood dragon emerging from the sea, all his spiritual power converged at the spear's tip, making this strike incomparably fierce and swift!

Although he was only at the initial level of the seventh realm of Spirit Pill, his true strength was in no way weaker than the peak of the seventh realm, otherwise, he would not have achieved the status of a true disciple.

The long spear in his hand was even a lower-rank spirit martial, with unparalleled power!

"Top tier martial skill, Hidden Dragon Spear!"

The disciples exclaimed in shock; the Hidden Dragon Spear was a top-tier martial skill, and Chu Hai had cultivated it to the Great Success Realm, its power enough to topple mountains and overturn seas!

"How can Chu Nan resist such a terrifying spear strike?"

"Just one move and this battle could be over..."

Everyone saw that Chu Hai was determined to win, showing no regard for familial ties, and his move was a sure-kill attack!

Lin An had a worried frown, his eyes full of concern for Chu Nan.

The long spear slashed through the air, emitting a humming sound. Chu Hai's eyes flashed with viciousness as he thrust the spear straight towards Chu Nan's dantian.

If this spear should hit, even if Chu Nan didn't die, he would lose all his cultivation and once again become a cripple.

Just as everyone thought Chu Nan was about to be defeated, he moved.

"Cyan Mountain Sword Technique!" Chu Nan's sword stance was sharp, as he slashed towards Chu Hai's spear.

Clang! Clang!

The ear-piercing sound of metal clashing exploded on the arena, followed by a burst of spiritual power light shattering in all directions, the aura was terrifying.

When the light dissipated, everyone was shocked to find that Chu Nan stood his ground without moving an inch, while Chu Hai staggered back ten steps or more!

"Your spear is too soft, practice for a few more years if you want to kill me." Chu Nan stared at Chu Hai, eyes showing unprecedented disdain.

The crowd was in an uproar, no one expected Chu Nan to mock Chu Hai publicly and actually repel him!

"Senior Brother Chu Hai was forced back, could it be that Chu Nan is stronger?"

"Impossible, surely Senior Brother Chu Hai didn't use his full strength, it must be that way!"

On the arena, Chu Hai's gaze grew heavier, but soon turned to a sneer: "Seems I underestimated you, but that's even better; destroying a genius is more interesting than destroying trash."

Gripping the long spear tightly, Chu Hai's aura surged again, exuding a strong and domineering presence as he charged at Chu Nan once more.

"Yellow-rank martial skill, Cyan Lotus Kill!"

In a flash, he arrived close to Chu Nan, thrusting the spear with aura like a rainbow, countless spear shadows blossoming layer upon layer like blossoming lotuses.

After all, Chu Hai was a true disciple, still possessing some capabilities.

This move was even more formidable than before, even though it was a yellow-rank, it had reached the Great Success Realm!

Chu Nan spoke arrogantly but never underestimated Chu Hai.

Despise strategically, pay attention tactically!

Seeing Chu Hai rushing towards him, Chu Nan, bare-handed, punched out, this scene left everyone stunned.

Chu Nan actually intended to fight a lower-rank spirit martial with his flesh and blood — was he seeking death?

"Thunderous Dominating Fist, resonance... one hundred fifty times!"

Chu Nan uttered in a low roar, purple thunder coiled around his entire right arm, erupting a frightening thunderclap, his fist pounding onto Chu Hai's spear's tip.

Since returning from the Ancient Wilderness Forest, Chu Nan had never given up cultivating the Thunderous Dominating Fist, instead becoming more proficient.

The Thunderous Dominating Fist had its limits, but his physical body had no limits!

With Kui Guang's guidance and his own practice, Chu Nan had modified and supplemented some flaws of the Thunderous Dominating Fist.

This allowed him to easily break through the limit of one hundred resonances, finally reaching one hundred and fifty resonances between body and cultivation!

In a sense, the Thunderous Dominating Fist at this time was no longer the Thunderous Dominating Fist of old, it was evolving into a more powerful martial skill.

Boom-crack!

Under everyone's shocked gaze, Chu Hai's spear was struck and soared upwards by a single punch.

The terrifying thunder carried along the spear, blasting Chu Hai's hands.

With the thunder cracking open, Chu Hai cried out in pain, releasing the spear, frantically retreating on his feet.

His face showed a twisted expression of pain, blackened hands trembling slightly, drops of fresh blood dripping slowly from his fingertips.

In the Life and Death Arena, everyone was silent, unable to believe the scene before their eyes.

Chu Hai had suffered in both of his attempts, especially this time with his spirit weapon knocked away, even sustaining injuries.

For a moment everyone was uncertain as to who would ultimately win this gamble duel...

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