"What a showdown!" exclaimed fellow disciples, their voices echoing through the arena. The sisters watched in sheer amazement as Li Wei displayed his remarkable strength. It was hard to believe that just a year ago, he would have been utterly defenseless against a passing cultivator, and now he stood toe-to-toe with Tai Feng, a prodigious talent from a prestigious family.
Tai Feng, in the midst of the battle, recognized his shortcomings. He understood that holding back would only result in defeat. So, with a calm demeanor, Tai Feng decided to make a bold proposal amidst their exchange.
"Let's make this more interesting!" he called out to Li Wei, his voice carrying over the clash of techniques. "I'm going to use my most powerful move, and I hope you'll do the same."
Li Wei, ever eager for a challenge, accepted without hesitation. "Well then, let's go," he responded, his eyes ablaze with determination.
Tai Feng unleashed all the skills and techniques he had employed thus far, focusing his essence into a torrential storm of power that radiated outward. This gust of qi was so potent that it threatened to overwhelm even the fellow disciples, their essences quivering in response. Thankfully, the sect leaders and elders had reinforced the protective barrier, ensuring the safety of the spectators.
What Tai Feng had just activated was his bloodline—the Ox Titan bloodline. This unique heritage granted him a two-fold boost in his abilities. It enhanced his strength, defense, speed, and stamina, while also undergoing a transformation in appearance and essence. Two divine horns emerged on his forehead, symbolizing the awakening of his bloodline. This granted Tai Feng the ability to penetrate any defense when facing opponents from two realms below his own.
Li Wei, unaware of the concept of bloodlines, assumed Tai Feng had unleashed one of his ultimate techniques. Nevertheless, he couldn't help but be impressed by the display of power before him. In response, Li Wei decided to employ an ultimate technique he had discovered in the sect's library, known as the "Heaven Piercing Needle." When activated, this technique granted its user a critical strike at a pivotal moment. However, its drawback was severe—it drained the user's essence completely, rendering them immobile for a span of 72 hours.
With both combatants ready to bring the battle to an epic conclusion, Li Wei sprang into action, darting forward with astounding speed to position himself behind Tai Feng. Unfazed, Tai Feng deftly repelled Li Wei's blade, narrowly avoiding an injury.
In a swift counterattack, Tai Feng unleashed a massive surge of essence, propelling Li Wei backward into the barrier and depleting his health. Seizing this opportunity, Tai Feng unleashed a colossal burst of essence that rocked the entire arena. With this surge, Tai Feng broke through to the 9th level of the form realm, bolstering his essence reserve and enabling him to use one of his skills once more.
Before Tai Feng could fully employ this newfound power, Li Wei ensnared him within a formation designed to drain his essence. With this crucial advantage, Li Wei once again positioned himself behind his opponent and delivered a powerful punch to Tai Feng's back, rendering him unconscious.
In a stunning and decisive move, Li Wei emerged as the victor of the New Disciples Tournament. The once-silent crowd, silenced by the fierce exchange of essences between the two formidable fighters, erupted into a cacophony of excitement and astonishment. The arena thundered with applause and cheers as Li Wei's victory was celebrated, marking the end of an unforgettable showdown.