Jiang Chen's disdainful voice instantly darkened Lei Qing's expression.
Lei Qing snorted coldly, "How arrogant. If you have the ability, get out of the formation."
"The Five-Element Illusion Array Formation uses the elements of metal, wood, water, fire, and earth to create an illusory world, trapping those inside so they can never find their way out," Jiang Chen remarked calmly. "Unfortunately, the elements in your formation are unbalanced, leaving many flaws."
"Breaking your Five-Element Illusion Array Formation is just a matter of moments for me."
As Jiang Chen's voice faded, he calmly led Meng Qingxue and another companion out of the formation with large strides.
The astonishing scene left the disciples behind Lei Qing momentarily frozen in shock. Even Lei Qing's previously stern face revealed an expression of disbelief.
He had never expected his painstakingly crafted Five-Element Illusion Array Formation, to be so easily dismantled by Jiang Chen!
For years, Lei Qing had prided himself on his skill with formations, but this was the first time he had encountered someone of his age who could so thoroughly outmatch him.
"Your skill with formations is admirable," Lei Qing admitted, taking a deep breath. "May I know your name?"
"Jiang Chen," he replied indifferently. "From Lingyun Martial Academy."
"So, you're from Lingyun Martial Academy." Lei Qing nodded and reluctantly handed over the Thunder Sword Technique to Jiang Chen.
As he did so, his cold voice echoed in Jiang Chen's ears. "Jiang Chen, I admit defeat in this battle of formations today. But... one day, I will come to Lingyun Martial Academy to defeat you!"
Lei Qing turned and prepared to leave with the other students from Canglei Martial Palace.
"Wait!"
Jiang Chen's calm voice called out from behind.
Lei Qing paused, turning back to face him. "What else do you want?" he asked with a frown.
"You can leave," Jiang Chen pointed at a purple-clothed boy, "but he must die."
"Hmph!" Lei Qing snorted. "Jiang Chen, don't push your luck. Just because you broke my formation doesn't mean I fear you!"
Jiang Chen's expression turned cold. "I made it clear from the beginning—no one will stop me from killing him today!"
"Very well!" Lei Qing laughed angrily. He waved to the purple-haired boy and the others. "Go on ahead. I want to see how he plans to kill you in front of me!"
"Yes, Brother Lei," the purple-haired boy responded. He cast a mocking glance at Jiang Chen before turning to leave, his posture full of pride.
Jiang Chen's gaze fixed on the retreating figure, his voice suddenly sharp. "You think you can leave? Die!"
With those words, Jiang Chen executed the Sky-Meteor Step technique, his speed blinding as he bypassed Lei Qing. In an instant, he appeared above the purple-haired boy.
"Brother Lei, save... save me!" the boy cried, his face pale with terror.
Before his scream could even fully escape, Jiang Chen's foot landed heavily on his head.
The boy's head exploded under the force, killing him instantly without so much as a final cry.
"Jiang Chen, you dare to kill him!" Lei Qing roared, his eyes burning with fury as he stared at the lifeless body of the purple-haired boy. The anger in his gaze blazed like an uncontrollable fire...