On the square, Xiao Yan and Nalan Yanran faced each other, and the scene became silent.
As the Grand Elder, Yun Leng, accustomed to presiding over the affairs of the sect, was about to stand up and speak.
"Grand Elder, let this Sect Master preside over this match."
Yun Yun's cold voice seemed no different from usual, but the invisible aura was completely different.
The elders of Misty Cloud Sect couldn't help but show respect, looking at each other. It was rumored that a Dou Ancestor had appeared in Misty Cloud Sect. Many forces subconsciously thought it was Yun Shan, who had been in seclusion for many years, breaking through. No one would have expected that the young Yun Yun would become a Dou Ancestor at this time.
"Today's three-year agreement is meant for exchange" Yun Yun said, her red lips lightly parting as her calm eyes assessed Xiao Yan.
Life and death, each has its own destiny!
This was originally the domineering line Xiao Yan had prepared, but for some reason, it withered as soon as he saw Yun Yun. He nodded honestly, "Yes."
At this moment, Yao Chen's voice echoed in his mind "Little Yan, your intuition is not wrong. This woman's strength far surpasses Dou Emperor's. She may have already broken through to become a genuine Dou Ancestor!"
This took Yao Chen by surprise. In his view, small sects like Misty Cloud Sect, which couldn't even be considered second-rate on the Dou Qi Continent, shouldn't have a Dou Ancestor. This was also why he and his disciple dared to go to Misty Cloud Sect alone. With Yao Chen's current Soul strength, no one below Dou Ancestor could stop him.
"Then, let's begin." Nalan Yanran extended her jade-like hand, and the light from her Spatial Ring flickered. A slender, pale purple long sword appeared, its blade slanting, sunlight casting a cold reflection.
Yun Yun's expression froze, and she looked leisurely towards Yun Tianming beside her.
"Hehe, it's really nostalgic," Yun Tianming remarked, knowing well the origin of this sword.
It was two years ago, in the Magic Beast Mountains, after they killed the Amethyst Winged Lion King and obtained the Purple Spirit Crystal. Yun Yun had crafted this top-grade sword and gifted it to Nalan Yanran.
If Nalan Yanran knew that this "Purple Spirit Sword" in her hand had contributed to the union of her beloved and her teacher, how would she feel?
"What a divine weapon! But I'm not lacking either!"
"Bang!"
Xiao Yan took off the Heavy Black Ruler from his back, its weight causing cracks to spread across the bluestone ground.
The crowd's faces showed a hint of surprise.
"What kind of strange ruler is this?"
"It looks quite heavy."
"Nalan Yanran cultivates Wind Attribute Dou Qi, which can overwhelm opponents in speed."
The onlookers began to evaluate.
Feeling the powerful Dou Qi emanating from Xiao Yan's body, a trace of surprise flashed in Nalan Yanran's eyes. The waste young master from the Xiao Family she had seen years ago was now completely different.
However, that was all.
Her jade-like hand gripped the Purple Spirit Sword, and deep green winds rolled and danced on the blade, sharp wind blades occasionally bursting out, leaving not-too-deep marks on the hard bluestone slabs.
Such powerful Wind Attribute Dou Qi.
Xiao Yan's pupils suddenly contracted, marveling internally, "Nalan Yanran's level is at least High-Level Dou Grandmaster, much higher than me, an Intermediate Dou Grandmaster. But I've faced challenges across levels before, so there's no need to panic"
"Let's fight, Nalan Yanran! It's been three years!" Xiao Yan stomped his foot on the ground, turning into a black shadow and swiftly rushing towards her. The suppressed growl of three years couldn't help but escape from his throat.
"Crackling~"
Under the gaze of everyone on the square, the black shadow resembled an angry Magic Beast, the Heavy Black Ruler lightly brushing the ground, leaving long sparks and deep marks on the bluestone along the way.
Nalan Yanran calmly watched the approaching black shadow. Her Qi Method belonged to the Wind Attribute, so speed and agility were her specialties. However, surprisingly, she didn't choose to dodge and evade the attack. Instead, she faced it head-on with her long sword!
"Clang!"
The slender long sword and the Heavy Black Ruler were vastly different in size. Without external force, the sword would likely bend or even break upon impact.
However, under Nalan Yanran's vigorous Dou Qi, the long sword was indestructible, showing no signs of bending, and forcefully deflected Xiao Yan's Heavy Black Ruler.
With one sword strike, Xiao Yan was pushed back, but Nalan Yanran didn't stop there. She pinched a sword seal with one hand, causing her long sword to tremble and split into six energy sword qi, shooting towards Xiao Yan like sharp arrows.
"Wind Spirit Fractal Sword!"
A Black Rank Mid-Level Dou Technique!
"Such powerful Dou Qi!"
Xiao Yan continuously retreated several steps, his expression serious as he immediately summoned a crimson armor.
"Dou Qi Armor? This kid is also a Dou Grandmaster?"
Mu Zhan couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.
As the young master of the Mu Family, he had abundant cultivation resources, coupled with the hardships of military life, which had just led him to break through to the Dou Grandmaster level. Although he couldn't compare to Yun Tianming, he never expected that this "country bumpkin" from Wu Tan City would be on par with him!
"Ding ding ding~"
The energy sword qi cut through the crimson armor, leaving behind traces of cracks.
"Shing!"
Xiao Yan opened his palm, releasing a strong gust of wind.
"Fire Palm!"
A Black Rank Low-Level Dou Technique, this was a Low-Level Dou Technique that Yao Chen had tucked away in a corner in his spirit ring.
"This level of Dou Technique is useless against me."
Nalan Yanran raised her jade-like hand, releasing a wind barrier that easily blocked the opponent's fire.
"It's not over yet!"
Xiao Yan's mouth surged with a hot breath from his abdomen, spewing out crimson flames. Under the influence of the gust of wind, the flames quickly formed into a raging fire that engulfed Nalan Yanran.
"Rank 7 Beast Flame: Volcanic Dragon!"
"This kid indeed has quite a foundation."
Gu He showed a hint of astonishment.
The red flames surged into the sky, causing the temperature on the square to rise sharply, and disciples of the Misty Cloud Sect quickly retreated.
"That's a terrifying flame. Is Senior Sister Yanran alright?"
"Are you kidding? Senior Sister Yanran has many tricks up her sleeve!"
Amidst the blazing flames, five fierce gusts of wind appeared, dispersing the surrounding flames with overwhelming force.
"Is that the Black Rank Mid-Level Dou Technique: Thousand Wind Sword?"
"Is it really that powerful?"
"You fool! The power of a Dou Technique depends on the user's level!"
"Senior Sister Yanran is mighty!"
Misty Cloud Sect disciples cheered loudly.
"Tsk tsk~ To only use a Black Rank Mid-Level Dou Technique and suppress Xiao Yan's Beast Flame, it seems Nalan Yanran is not just a Dou Grandmaster."
Tengshan squinted, stroking his chin, thinking to himself 'Miss Nalan is outstanding in both talent and appearance. Her charm might even surpass Ya Fei's'
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