Invincible Beyond Heavens: Cultivating With A Broken EXP System - Chapter 224: Against Xiao Fanyun!
Chapter 224: Against Xiao Fanyun!
“Damn Li Yun!”
On the platform of the top ten, Xiao Fanyun’s expression darkened as he listened to the surrounding discussions. His hand clenched tightly within his sleeve, and the iron armrest beneath his grip cracked before being crushed into powder.
A terrifying killing intent surged in his eyes as his gaze locked onto Li Yun. His voice was low and cold, each word forced out through gritted teeth, filled with resentment and jealousy.
“You killed my junior brother, and now you dare to take the woman I have set my sights on. Li Yun, if I do not kill you today, then I am unworthy of the name Xiao Fanyun!”
At that moment, the Martial Ascension Gate deacon stepped forward and announced in a clear voice, “The match has concluded. In this Top Ten contest, Li Yun is victorious. According to the rules, he replaces Mo Chuxue and becomes the second strongest on the ranking.”
He then turned toward Li Yun and asked, “Li Yun, do you wish to continue your challenge?”
“Of course.”
Li Yun took a deep breath and nodded without hesitation.
“I thought it was just empty talk when Li Yun said he would challenge Senior Brother Xiao Fanyun, but I never expected him to fight his way up to second place and actually earn the right to face him.”
“Who do you think will take first place this year? Senior Brother Xiao Fanyun or Li Yun?”
“I still believe in Senior Brother Xiao Fanyun. Although Li Yun is strong, there is still a gap between them. Xiao Fanyun is already at the third level of the Qi Sea Realm, while Li Yun is only at the seventh level of the Xiantian Realm. The difference is too great.”
“I am more inclined toward Li Yun. From the very beginning until now, he has been creating miracles again and again. Perhaps he will create one more.”
The entire arena erupted into heated discussion. Voices rose one after another, forming a restless tide of speculation as everyone tried to predict the outcome of the final battle.
Amid this overwhelming noise, Li Yun slowly turned his gaze toward Xiao Fanyun, who sat at the highest seat among the top ten. A cold smile formed on his thin lips.
Then, he raised his hand and extended a finger, making a simple yet deeply contemptuous gesture as he beckoned lightly.
“Xiao Fanyun, it is your turn. Come down.”
“How dare you!”
Seeing Li Yun’s contemptuous attitude, Xiao Fanyun’s face immediately showed a hint of annoyance. His figure moved, crossing the air, and landed on the arena, standing opposite Li Yun.
Li Yun and Xiao Fanyun, neither of them spoke. They just silently gazed at each other, a tangible coldness erupting from their eyes, colliding in the air, creating invisible sparks of electricity.
The atmosphere in the arena grew heavy and suffocating. A dense killing intent filled the air, pressing down on everything like an invisible weight. Even though neither of them had made a move, the surrounding disciples of the Martial Ascension Gate could already feel a chilling sensation creeping into their bodies.
“Senior Brother Xiao Fanyun was the previous New Talent King, while Li Yun is this year’s New Talent King.”
“This is a battle between two New Talent Kings. It is not only a fight for the top position on the ranking, but a true clash between kings.”
“What an incredible confrontation. I wonder whether the older generation king will prevail, or if the new king will rise above him.”
If not for the battles Li Yun had already fought, most of the disciples present would never have believed he could stand against Xiao Fanyun. However, after witnessing his overwhelming performances against Jin Yuanguang and Mo Chuxue, no one dared to underestimate him any longer. They now recognized that he truly possessed the qualifications to challenge the strongest.
One by one, they stretched their necks forward, their eyes fixed firmly on the two figures in the arena, afraid of missing even the slightest detail of the coming battle.
Under countless gazes, Xiao Fanyun stood with his hands clasped behind his back, his chin raised slightly as he looked down upon Li Yun with undisguised arrogance. His posture resembled that of a ruler standing above all others.
“Li Yun, your strength is decent, but compared to me, the gap between us is immeasurable. You are not my opponent. If you wish to live, then kneel before me, beg for mercy, and swear loyalty as my servant. Perhaps I will spare your life.”
At first, Xiao Fanyun had intended to kill Li Yun outright. However, after witnessing the subtle interaction between Li Yun and Mo Chuxue, jealousy took root in his heart. He changed his plan. Instead of killing Li Yun immediately, he wanted to crush him in the most humiliating way possible, to prove his superiority and make it clear who was truly worthy of Mo Chuxue.
“Just you?”
Li Yun’s lips curled into a faint, mocking smile.
“Since you refuse my goodwill, then do not blame me for showing no mercy.”
Xiao Fanyun’s expression darkened as his aura suddenly surged. A vast wave of qi burst forth from his body. With a single step, he crossed the distance instantly and appeared before Li Yun.
Without any flourish or technique, he struck out with a simple palm. Yet despite its simplicity, the power contained within it was overwhelming. The force of that strike was enough to shatter mountains and split peaks, and even a second level Qi Sea Realm expert would struggle to withstand it.
“Xiao Fanyun has already reached the fourth level of the Qi Sea Realm!”
“I never expected his strength to grow so rapidly in such a short time. Judging from his aura alone, he is at least five or six times stronger than before!”
“As expected of the former New Talent King and the number one among the top ten. His power is truly extraordinary. If Li Yun were facing the Xiao Fanyun from before, the gap might not have been significant, but now it will be extremely difficult for him to keep up.”
“I thought Li Yun had the ability to contend with him, but it seems we all underestimated Xiao Fanyun and overestimated Li Yun.”
Although Xiao Fanyun’s palm was aimed at Li Yun, the pressure it released spread across the entire arena. The surrounding Martial Ascension Gate disciples felt as if a massive weight had descended upon them, making it difficult to breathe. Their expressions changed drastically as shock and fear filled their eyes, and a wave of astonished exclamations erupted from the crowd.
Xiao Fanyun’s attack came with overwhelming speed and force, leaving Li Yun with barely any time to react. His expression tightened slightly as he immediately activated the full power of the Ninefold Origin Flesh Scripture.
The two cauldron-shaped marks over his heart began to glow, and a torrent of pure, explosive strength surged through his body. Without hesitation, he clenched his fist and drove it forward to meet the incoming palm strike head-on.
A thunderous explosion rang out the moment their attacks collided. Violent shockwaves spread in all directions, rippling through the air like a storm. Li Yun remained standing as he was while Xiao Fanyun retreated five steps before stabilising himself.
