After You Tianhong arrived, he went straight to sit cross-legged on a ancient rock on the Guanghai Platform.
The rock resembled a reclining tiger, while he himself was like a sharp sword.
Amidst the ethereal clouds and mist, as if overlooking the vast sea from the platform, his seated figure bathed in the morning light, resembling an unparalleled sword immortal, capturing the attention of the entire audience.
"Where is Su Yi? Why hasn't he shown up yet?"
Someone couldn't help but speak out.
Many people in the crowd also looked around, trying to spot Su Yi's figure, but there was no trace of him.
"This guy has quite the arrogance, doesn't he?"
An accomplished expert couldn't help muttering, "Or perhaps he's afraid and doesn't dare to come today?"
On the reclining tiger rock, You Tianhong's gaze was sharp as lightning as he looked from afar at the expert, coldly speaking:
"Anyone who dares to challenge me, You Tianhong, will not tolerate your slander! Get lost!"
Each word was like a sword, carrying a murderous aura that shook the world.
As the voice echoed, the expert felt as if struck by a divine mountain, and his figure flew out, tumbling dozens of zhang away like a broken kite.
The whole scene fell into silence, and everyone couldn't help but be astonished.
Hong Canshang, Silence River, and Fengliu, these influential figures, also revealed surprise.
While it seemed that You Tianhong was punishing those who slandered Su Yi, he was actually defending his own prestige.
From this moment on, the atmosphere in the field became quiet and tense. Those influential figures who were renowned throughout the Great Zhou Empire dared not speak without permission.
Time passed by slowly.
Just as everyone was growing impatient, a voice full of excitement suddenly rang out from the distant mountain path:
"He's here! Su Yi is here!"
Boom!
The previously suppressed and solemn atmosphere erupted like a boiling pot. All eyes in the field turned towards the source.
They saw a young man in a jade-like blue robe, with a tall and slender figure, walking leisurely towards this side, as if strolling in a peaceful courtyard.
"So, this is Su Yi, the one who killed Li Changning with a sword?"
Most of the people in the field were seeing Su Yi for the first time, and they couldn't help but be surprised when they saw how young he was.
Fengliu's eyes gleamed with coldness.
A few days ago, in the battle on the Qinglan River, he suffered a humiliating retreat, severely damaging his reputation, all thanks to Su Yi!
On the other hand, figures like Hong Canshang, Silence River, and Yun Zhongqi remained calm, each with their own thoughts as they looked towards Su Yi approaching slowly.
Su Yi naturally didn't care about these gazes.
This morning, he went about his usual routine of washing up, practicing, and eating before boarding the carriage hired by Fang Yuan to arrive at the foot of Jiuzi Mountain.
In other words, for others, today's confrontation was an unprecedented grand event that attracted attention from all over and was destined to go down in history.
But for Su Yi, this day was no different from any other ordinary day.
However, what surprised Su Yi was that along the way, he even saw figures like Zhenyue King Mu Xi, Senior Elder Puyi from Xingya Academy, Jiang Tanyun from Kongtong Academy, and Lu Changfeng.
Mu Xi sent a message, informing him that Ning Xi had reached the realm of a Land Immortal and was currently guarding Tianyuan Academy, so Su Yi need not worry about the safety of Wen Lingxue, Cha Jin, and others.
Naturally, this was good news.
Until Su Yi was about to reach the Guanghai Platform, his gaze was drawn to a peerless figure standing under a pine tree.
Dressed in white, carrying a sword, with picturesque features!
"She's here too?"
Just as Su Yi was somewhat surprised, the clear and melodious voice of Yue Shichen suddenly rang in his ears:
"Fellow Daoist, I have traveled through the Great Qin Empire before and have some understanding of You Tianhong's strength. This person inherits an ancient lineage and possesses a terrifying background. In his eight years of seclusion, he is only a half step away from breaking through to the Yuanfu Realm!"
"In other words, he could break through at any time during the battle."
"And the ancient Silver Snow Sword in his hand also has a significant origin, so you should be careful."
It was a well-intentioned reminder.
"Thank you for the advice, but I don't put someone like You Tianhong in my eyes."
Su Yi expressed his gratitude through a message.
Yue Shichen was taken aback for a moment. You Tianhong, just someone?
This guy clearly didn't regard this peerless sword cultivator of the Great Qin Empire as a threat...
At this moment, Su Yi had already arrived at the Guanghai Platform.
At that moment, a sun leaped out of the sea of clouds, casting a golden light that illuminated the entire world, creating a magnificent and beautiful scene. The entire mountaintop seemed to be covered in a layer of rosy light.
"Today's battle will not only be recorded in the annals of the Da Zhou Empire but will also spread throughout the Da Wei and Da Qin countries, celebrated by martial artists across the world."
From a distance, an old man in Daoist robes stood among the crowd, secretly sighing.
No one knew how old he was, with deep wrinkles on his face. His clear and cool eyes were as pure and pristine as a baby's, yet upon closer inspection, they felt as deep as the sea.
This person was the mysterious figure who had always accompanied Su Hongli, the cultivator at the Yuanfu Realm who had tried to probe into Su Yi's secrets but was seen through by Su Yi and his cultivation was exposed!
Swish!
On the Tiger Lying Rock, You Tianhong's eyes were sharp as he looked at Su Yi approaching.
This great sword cultivator who had gained tremendous opportunities in the depths of the Chaotic Spirit Sea many years ago in the Da Qin Empire stood up and said, "Today, this Guanghai Platform attracts the attention of the masses. If you meet your demise here, you can also be proud."
"Back then, Li Changning was just as arrogant as you, but in the end, he could only become one of the stepping stones beneath my feet."
Su Yi stood with his hands behind his back, his expression indifferent. "You... won't be an exception either."
His words were casual but regarded You Tianhong as a stepping stone!
Such words caused a gasp to resound throughout the scene.
If any other Grandmaster dared to speak like this, they would have been ridiculed for overestimating themselves, but when these words came from Su Yi's mouth, no one dared to question them.
This was the current prestige of Su Yi in the Da Zhou Empire!
"A stepping stone..."
You Tianhong smiled, glanced around, and said, "In my opinion, Su Yi, you are not even worthy of being a stepping stone. At best, you are just prey in the eyes of the people present."
Pausing for a moment, he continued, "What I am concerned about now is whether there will be someone ignorant enough to jump out and snatch this prey from me after I kill you. After all, the world is spreading the rumors that you were able to kill a Land Immortal with your Grandmaster-level cultivation due to some kind of great fortune."
This statement caused a commotion throughout the entire venue.
This was equivalent to exposing the thoughts of some of the top figures in the field!
The gaze of many people, almost subconsciously, turned towards figures like Hong Canshang, Yun Zhongqi, and Jihe, causing these prominent individuals to furrow their brows involuntarily.
Even they hadn't anticipated that You Tianhong would bring up such matters before the start of this confrontation.
Was this a warning for them not to intervene?
Or perhaps, it was meant to put pressure on Su Yi?
"Is that so?"
Su Yi smiled lightly, unperturbed. "Then I want to see if anyone dares to come and strike a rock with an egg after I kill you."
These words not only belittled You Tianhong but also scorned all the prominent figures present!
Figures like Hong Canshang and Yun Zhongqi couldn't help but furrow their brows even more deeply.
"Hehe."
You Tianhong laughed.
He had a slender and perfectly proportioned body, exuding a sharp and intimidating aura from head to toe. Standing there, he resembled an unparalleled treasure sword, as if he aimed to pierce through the heavens.
"Rest assured, Su Yi, I will not underestimate you. I will use my strongest means to give you enough respect and let you die with dignity!"
Sparkling brilliance gleamed in You Tianhong's eyes as he spoke. With one hand raised, he suddenly grabbed at the void.
Boom!
The nearby sea of clouds surged and roiled, and the elemental energy scattered throughout the world seemed to be captured by an invisible giant hand, rushing madly towards You Tianhong.
Under the astonished gaze of the crowd, a long sword gradually condensed inch by inch between You Tianhong's fingertips, radiant like the morning glow, splendid and dazzling.
Gathering Qi into a Sword!
This casual display of supernatural power left countless people dumbfounded.
At this moment, You Tianhong's robe billowed like a banner thrusting straight into the heavens, proudly standing in the field.
People could even hear the surging blood flowing within his body, like the vast sea, rumbling like thunder.
The grandeur of his aura made even the land immortal figures in the field narrow their eyes. This Tianhong Sword Lord of Da Qin was indeed formidable!
Even Su Yi couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.
At a glance, he could see that You Tianhong's vitality and spirit were as solid as a rock. Whether it was physique, spiritual essence, or cultivation, they had all been honed to the pinnacle of the Yuan Opening Realm.
He was undoubtedly the strongest opponent Su Yi had encountered in the Yuan Opening Realm so far.
"What a pity..."
Su Yi sighed softly with his hands behind his back.
You Tianhong is indeed someone worthy of a duel, but unfortunately, that's all there is to it.
No one knows the reason behind Su Yi's inexplicable sigh.
Even You Tianhong himself is unaware.
Therefore, although the crowd is puzzled, they don't think much of it.
"Unfortunately?" You Tianhong clearly doesn't care either. He says, "I've heard that you are also a sword cultivator. Draw your sword, or else you may never have the opportunity to display your swordsmanship before me."
"That depends on whether you're qualified or not," Su Yi replies, taking a step towards You Tianhong. His gaze is profound and indifferent. "Also, you better not claim to be a sword cultivator in front of me. It tarnishes the name of sword cultivators."
"Heh!" You Tianhong's eyes shoot out a sharp and icy light. He no longer speaks and directly grips the snow-white long sword condensed from the qi of heaven and earth, slashing it through the empty space.
Chila!
A whistling gust of wind emanates from the void.
Dazzling sword qi shoots out from You Tianhong's hand, instantly traversing ten zhang of empty space, accompanied by an extremely sharp and piercing sound, slashing towards Su Yi.
Before the sword arrives, an overwhelming sword intent arrives first, with dark and thunderous electric arcs swirling within it!
Heaven-tier Intermediate Sword Intent - Yin Thunder!
That immense sword intent envelops Su Yi from a distance. If other Grandmaster-level figures were present, their souls would be shattered by the sword intent before the blade even reached them!
Even a Precelestial Martial Ancestor would find it difficult to withstand the pressure of such sword intent!
This is the style of the land immortals, where body and mind are in harmony with heaven and earth, able to manipulate the qi of heaven and earth and display unimaginable mystical techniques.
Boom!
On the Observation Sea Platform, the sword intent rumbles, creating a spectacle of light and shadows.
Onlookers in the distance are all astounded.
Even the mighty land immortal figures can't help but show a hint of seriousness. Only they understand the terrifying nature of a Yuan Opening Realm cultivator who has mastered sword intent!
Just like You Tianhong's sword strike at this moment, it is enough to shake the mortal realm!