"Boom!!"
The clash of Earth Rank Dou Techniques quickly determined the outcome.
Although Fan Lao is a Dou Emperor level expert, significantly higher in rank than Yun Tianming, the advantages of Qi Methods and Dou Techniques were enough to balance out the rank difference. Additionally, the Heavenly Flame Yun Tianming used just happened to counter the cold and sinister power within Fan Lao.
So, the result was clear.
"Poof!"
With his blood membranes ruptured, Fan Lao's blood turned into a Secret Technique was dispelled. Not only was his inflated aura reverted, but he also dropped to the 2 Star Dou Emperor level. The Dou Qi Wings on his back were flickering, looking as if they might collapse at any moment.
"Motionless Thunder Roar!"
Yun Tianming's figure transformed into a streak of lightning, delivering the final blow to Fan Lao.
"Boom!"
Fan Lao's body crashed to the ground like a cannonball, creating a large splash of debris amidst countless astonished gazes. His bloodied and mangled body showed no signs of life.
"Fan Lao actually lost?"
Fan Lao's defeat caused a momentary silence throughout the arena. The loss of a Dou Emperor level expert was a significant blow to the Yan Alliance and greatly affected the morale of both sides.
"Mentor Yun, magnificent!!"
The crowd from Jia Nan Academy erupted into a passionate cheer once again.
The Yan Alliance side was like a funeral, and the Gold and Silver Elders, skilled in assessing situations, had already begun to consider retreat. Even though they didn't withdraw immediately, their attitude towards the battle with Jia Nan Academy's elders had become more passive.
"Alliance Leader Xiao, at this point, if you have any remaining trump cards, now is the time to use them."
"Otherwise, this battle ends here."
Mo Tian Xing's rank is 1 Star higher than Su Qian, making him stronger, but the gap isn't too large. It would be impossible for him to completely defeat Su Qian without a certain cost. Mo Tian Xing clearly doesn't want to fight to the death with Su Qian.
"Damn it! Return my Heavenly Flame!!"
Xiao Yan roared in anger, rushing towards Yun Tianming as if he had lost his sanity.
He was putting on an act.
Yun Tianming saw through the feint and ignored Xiao Yan, instead turning to strike at an empty space.
"Octane Blast!"
"Golden Immortal!"
"Clang—!!"
Everyone heard a deafening explosion.
Yun Tianming was pushed back several steps, his body covered in a layer of dazzling golden Dou Qi.
"No wonder he was once a peak Dou Venerate. Even a mere Black Rank High level Dou Technique is able to unleash power comparable to Earth Rank."
In front of them, an ethereal and mysterious figure appeared.
"Who is that?"
"What a terrifying aura!"
"This Soul has the combat power of a Dou Ancestor?"
Everyone was stunned by the sudden appearance of this mysterious figure.
Normally, only Fifth Grade or higher Alchemist Souls, or those who reach Dou King or above, can have their Soul bodies preserved after their physical bodies are destroyed. However, the remaining strength is less than one-tenth of the original.
What's truly terrifying is that this mysterious Soul body actually possesses the combat power of a Dou Ancestor! It's unimaginable how terrifying the Soul's peak strength in life must have been!
"This is the strongest figure behind the Yan Alliance. It's indeed not that simple."
Mo Tian Xing raised an eyebrow, his gaze towards the Soul body showing more wariness. Even as a 4 Star Dou Ancestor, he wasn't confident in handling the latter.
The Gold and Silver Elders exchanged a glance and immediately chose to firmly stand with the Yan Alliance!
The various factions within the Yan Alliance also adapted to the situation, recognizing the advantage, and fought with renewed effort. The pressure on Jia Nan Academy increased significantly!
Seeing this, Xiao Yan's expression brightened. Just as he was about to attack Yun Tianming from behind, he was stopped by Yao Chen: "Hold on! Xiao Yan, he's not an opponent you can handle."
"Teacher…"
Yao Chen waved a hand to interrupt, "If you can deal with that little girl, it will be the greatest help."
"Yun Tianming, do you need my help?"
Zi Yan flew to Yun Tianming's side.
"No, you go deal with Xiao Yan."
Yun Tianming shook his head, not even glancing at Xiao Yan.
"Alright then, don't forget to make me more delicious Pills afterwards!"
Zi Yan chuckled and flew towards Xiao Yan with a raised fist.
"Hmph!"
Faced with Yun Tianming's disregard, Xiao Yan gritted his teeth in frustration but felt powerless. It must be said that Yao Chen's insight was indeed sharp. With his current 3 Star Dou King strength, even with various trump cards, he couldn't match Yun Tianming, who had combat power comparable to a Dou Ancestor. Even Zi Yan, at the Dou Emperor level, was difficult to deal with.
"Alright, now it's one-on-one."
Yun Tianming calmly stared at the Yao Chen Soul body in front of him.
"What arrogance!"
"If my true body were here, would you still dare to appear before me?"
Yao Chen spoke with a domineering tone and an imposing aura. The invisible Soul pressure he emitted caused many people at the scene to be unsettled.
"Boring Soul pressure. Do you think such petty tricks are useful against me?"
Yun Tianming remained expressionless.
"Is this considered a petty trick?"
Both Su Qian and Mo Tian Xing, who were engaged in battle, couldn't help but feel embarrassed. Even they felt a shiver when facing Yao Chen's Soul pressure. Yun Tianming, however, was completely unaffected, indicating that his Soul Power was exceptionally strong.
"Mortal Realm Great Perfection, only a step away from Spirit Realm."
Yao Chen had previously used the Soul pressure as a test, and now he had clearly assessed Yun Tianming's Soul Realm. His heart was stirred with astonishment: This person, only slightly older than Xiao Yan, had a Soul Realm strength that even the elite of the ancient eight clans couldn't match!
"Alright, let's stop with the probing."
"In any case, as long as I'm here, you won't be able to take this Heavenly Flame."
Yun Tianming waved his hand, clearly stating his stance.
"You are also an Alchemist, so you should know that the human body can only contain one Heavenly Flame."
"Unless."
Yao Chen didn't finish his sentence but instead fixed a complex and sharp gaze on Yun Tianming.
"Exactly the 'unless' you're thinking of."
Yun Tianming gave a confirming response.
While others were left confused, Yao Chen immediately understood the answer.
Han Feng is dead!!
"From the results, I've actually done you a favor by cleaning up the house. You should be thanking me, shouldn't you?"
Yun Tianming said seriously.
"Hmph! Even though he was a rebellious disciple who betrayed his master, it shouldn't be up to an outsider like you to clean up the house!"
Yao Chen felt that avenging his great hatred wasn't as satisfying as he had imagined. Instead, he felt endless sorrow.
After all, Han Feng was a disciple he had raised from a young age, like his own son. Even though Han Feng had betrayed him, resulting in his current inhuman and ghostly state, Yao Chen felt heartache and hatred. He had put all his effort into cultivating Xiao Yan, hoping that the latter would avenge him by killing Han Feng.
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