The Battle Through Heaven
Squaring Off Against Yao Sheng

The second round of the competition had a level of excitement that far exceeded that of the elimination match on the first day. Most of the people who were able to reach this point had extremely extraordinary strength. However, even with great strength, they had to go all out if they wanted to obtain victory. Some of them would even fight until both of their competitors were seriously injured before one of them was lucky to get a weak victory.

Following the full swing of the development of the second round of the competition, the competitors in the stadium appeared one after another. After the end of the extremely ferocious match, there was one who rejoiced while the other ended in grief.

Xiao Yan stared at Wu Hao in the arena who was being suppressed by his opponent until he was caught in an unfavorable situation, and could not help but sigh. Wu Hao can be considered unlucky today. The opponent he pulled from the lot was actually an expert in the top ten of ‘Strong Ranking’. With this kind of gap close to full class, Wu Hao gradually fell into an unfavorable situation even though he had fought it out. At this moment, control over the situation was basically completely within the hands of his opponent.

” It's not bad that/it's Wu Hao was able to reach this point. If he were to meet an opponent who was in his twenties, he might be able to fight him. However, he was actually lucky enough to actually meet an opponent in the top ten of ‘Strong Ranking’. However, I think with Wu Hao's character, he won't feel regret even if he is defeated by his opponent's hand. ’Xun Er shook her head slightly and smiled as she spoke.

’’ Yes. ’’ Xiao Yan smiled and nodded. From the beginning Wu Hao did not compete with the goal of being in the top ten. His main intention to participate in the Great Competition was to spar with the true experts within the Inner Academy. Right now, his opponent had completely met his expectations. Therefore, he would not be disappointed even if he lost.

” Instead, Xiao Yan ge-ge, you must be careful of Yao Sheng. This guy is also a little troublesome. You have to be careful when fighting him. ’’ Xun Er reminds with soft voice.

’’You can be sure.’’ Xiao Yan smiled slightly. He had once exchanged blows with Yao Sheng. Besides, Lin Xiuya also gave him some tips. Therefore, Xiao Yan understood Yao Sheng well, and would naturally not underestimate the latter.

’’ There are twenty-four competitors across the arena. In other words, there would be twelve people left after today's match. According to the special rules of the Grand Competition, six people would be randomly selected to determine the names of the top ten who would be facing each other. The winner will be lucky to enter the top ten with six other lucky people. ’’ Xun Er soft speaking.

” Uh? In this way, wouldn't the other six unelected people be able to enter the top ten without fighting it out? ” Xiao Yan was instantly dumbfounded when he heard this. He said, ” Isn't this a little unfair to the other six chosen and having to fight it? ’

’Ke Ke, where is there a really fair thing? Moreover, who among those who were able to enter the final round did not have the strength to enter the top ten? When one had strength, one naturally needed a bit of luck. ’’ Xun Er replied with a sweet smile.

Xun Er laughed softly as she said, ” You forgot about Zi Yan who had said that/that she will protect you? With his strength, it seemed like no one would be able to touch the number one spot of his. ’

Xiao Yan was surprised. He immediately smiled and nodded. He had completely forgotten about this important little boy.

Xiao Yan turned his head and threw his gaze back into the arena. He involuntarily laughed out loud. At this moment, Wu Hao was already completely suppressed by his opponent until he had no strength left to retaliate. In one of the collisions between Dou Qi, the powerful Dou Qi that covered his body was instantly destroyed. His opponent's attack was not particularly ferocious, and only showed a few attempts to sufficiently shock Wu Hao out of the arena.

Wu Hao acted in a fairly straightforward manner after his body was thrown from the arena. He cupped his hands towards the victor on the stage before rubbing the scolding part of his body. He opened his mouth and laughed as he returned to the tall platform.

” That guy is very strong. He is indeed worthy of being the top ten in ‘Strong Ranking’. I used all my tactics, but was only able to survive thirty exchanges in the other party's hands. Moreover, this was the result after my opponent showed mercy. ” Wu Hao exclaimed to Xiao Yan and the others on the high stage.

’’Are you okay?’ ‘Xiao Yan could not help but shake his head as he looked at the comfortable expression of that person. This person was really excited despite being beaten up in this way.

’Hee hee, it's just some physical injuries. I'll be fine after resting for a few days. ” Wu Hao waved his hand in an unconcerned manner. He was just about to speak when suddenly he heard an old voice from the jury seat, the next ’’ match, number seven! ’’

” Uh? It seems your turn to go to battle? ” Wu Hao was surprised when he heard the words sent from the high platform. Immediately, he pushed Xiao Yan as he spoke with a laugh.

Xiao Yan had also heard that voice. He's a little stunned. Unexpectedly it would be his turn so quickly. He slowly turned his head and swept his gaze towards the tall platform on the opposite side. Yao Sheng was also stunned. Her feminine face was immediately covered by a dark smile.

” The guy is really arrogant. ” Wu Hao curled up, patted Xiao Yan on the shoulder, and said, ” You better not lose. Otherwise, that person will probably be very demeaning to you because of his character. ’

” Relax, he won't get a chance. ” Xiao Yan's gaze stared at the cold and dark gaze that Yao Sheng had photographed as he spoke with a cold smile.

” Xiao Yan, you better not lose. ’’ Soft laughter sounded from a place not too far away. Xiao Yan turned around and looked only to find that/it was Lin Xiuya and the others.

As the focus of attention, Lin Xiuya's words naturally caused many gazes on the high platform to be shot into Xiao Yan's body. From these words, it seemed that the next person to appear was Xiao Yan!

Xiao Yan cupped his hands to Lin Xiu Ya and the others. His fingers gently pressed against the ground and a faint silver light formed under his feet. A low and deep rumbling sound rang out as a black shadow suddenly appeared and appeared in the arena.

Everyone in the viewing gallery was shocked as they observed Xiao Yan appearing in the arena. Their faces were instantly filled with pleasant surprises. After the fierce fight with Bai Cheng yesterday, there was no longer anyone who underestimated Xiao Yan's strength. Right now, they had the feeling that/that their eyes would have a feast when they saw Xiao Yan appear.

” Hmph, he's fast enough to get down to the arena. ” Liu Fei revealed a cold smile as she stood on the other side of the tall platform staring at Xiao Yan who appeared in the arena. He curled his lips in disdain and turned his head to Yao Sheng who was sharpening his scaber. He said, ” If you lose to that person, don't appear next to me in the future. ’

The corner of Yao Sheng's mouth was lifted. Abominations appear on her feminine face, ‘’Yue-er, you can be sure that/that I will defeat that person until he kneels down to beg for mercy in front of everyone.’

Liu Fei smiled in satisfaction when she heard Yao Sheng say this. He did not have much doubt over the strength of this latter. Her pretty eyes shot towards the green-clothed young lady on the opposite side and viciously spoke in her heart, ’’ Little whore, I want to see how you will become so arrogant after Xiao Yan is defeated! ’

”Be careful. Xiao Yan was no ordinary opponent. ” Liu Qing, who had rested with his eyes closed slightly frowned. He opened it, looked at Yao Sheng, who was about to enter the arena, and spoke in a deep voice.

’’ Chief, you can rest assured. This type of trash is not worthy of your personal intervention. I'm alone, enough. ” A dark and cold smile hung in the corner of Yao Sheng's mouth. He held a grudge in his heart in regards to how Liu Qing ranked Xiao Yan so highly. Now that they could finally face each other, he wanted to let Liu Qing know that/that this person was just a paper tiger that was about to break apart with a poke. No need to fear him …

As his words fell, Yao Sheng jumped up and jumped down from the high platform. The moment he was about to land in the arena, two black-colored Dou Qi surged out from his feet and greatly reduced his speed. Finally, his feet landed gently on the ground without raising a single bit of dust.

’It was actually Yao Sheng? It is said that his/her current strength is enough to rank within the top fifteen of ‘Strong Ranking’. It's a true rival. ’’

”Betul. Yao Sheng was much stronger than Bai Cheng. This match looks like it will be a great spectacle. I wonder if Xiao Yan will be able to continue forward .. ’

’’ I don't know. Yao Sheng Dou Qi was something that even experts in the top ten of fear ‘Strong Ranking’. Hard to see who will lose at this point .. ’

Waves of private conversations instantly sounded in the viewing gallery after Yao Sheng's appearance. Clearly, they felt somewhat shocked about the fight between the two of them.

While a private conversation echoed around him, Xiao Yan's hand slowly grabbed the hilt of the Heavy Xuan Ruler on his shoulder. He immediately swung it with a sudden movement. The heavy ruler floated in the air, carrying waves of strong wind sounds that were choppy as an invisible force swung to the ground. A faint scar appeared.

Xiao Yan raised his head. His gaze glanced at the feminine Yao Sheng who gave him an unforgiving cold smile. The coldness that was hard to feel was slowly lifted on Xiao Yan's face. Yao Sheng's re-provocation had caused an uneasy feeling to form in Xiao Yan's heart. Back then, he also left behind the words that/that they would see their true skills in the Great Competition. Now that they had actually collided, he naturally would not hold back in the slightest.

’’ Really lucky person. You were really lucky during your trip here. However, let me help you end your luck. ” Dark and cold light crashing into the small and dense eyes of Yao Sheng. Two dark black daggers appeared and appeared. The dagger was both about half a foot long. There were some strange nicks on the body of the blade. A faint dark-red color is present inside the notch. It was like something coagulated from blood with a trace of a bloody smell. The piercing cold light was also contained on his blade. If one were to carefully observe it, one would be able to find that/it knife edge vaguely contained an extremely cold pale purple color. From this appearance, it was clear that/it was a fatal poison smeared.

The dagger quickly rotated into the various bows in Yao Sheng's hands which left others awestruck. It was like two black, venomous snakes that were extremely lively and sinister.

Xiao Yan's face did not have much fluctuation due to Yao Sheng's cold words. He simply glanced back then threw his gaze at the jury seat, waiting for the match to begin.

Seeing that/it was Xiao Yan once again acting in an indifferent manner that he hated, Yao Sheng's expression became darker and more serious. The two daggers slowly crossed over and gently swung at each other. Fading sparks carrying a dense cold luster shot out …

There are quite a number of students at ‘Strong Ranking’ who are aware of the conflict, at ‘Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower,’ between Xiao Yan and Yao Sheng. Therefore, they were all excited now that the two were facing each other. Their gazes turned towards the two tense people in the arena.

Su Qian slowly stood up. His gaze swept over the two people in the arena. A moment later, his hand gently waved, and a faint voice sounded amidst the anticipatory gazes of everyone present.

’’Match .. starts!’ ’

The atmosphere of the entire stadium suddenly exploded at this moment!

……

Su Qian's weak voice was like a spark that ignited a lump of gunpowder, completely destroying the tense and tense atmosphere in the arena!

’’ Chi! ’’

Yao Sheng was naturally the first to unleash an attack on the arena. The blackish Dou Qi on his body suddenly erupted, and his body turned into a faint shadow that flashed towards Xiao Yan in a lighting-like manner.

Although Yao Sheng was arrogant, it had to be said that/that this person had the capital to be arrogant. Just this speed had already caused Xiao Yan to be a little surprised.

Tens of short meters closed in the blink of an eye. In the time it took everyone to take a few breaths, the blurry black shadow forcefully entered into the melee of Xiao Yan's body. Immediately, everyone squeezed out the cold sweat in their hearts. By looking at Yao Sheng's weapon, they knew that/that he was very good at close combat. Even though the ruler Xiao Yan possessed great strength, it still needed space to display. If their distance was too close, the opponent would definitely seal it.

Of course, Xiao Yan was naturally able to think to this point. Therefore, just as Yao Sheng entered a three-meter radius of his body, he finally moved. One could only see a flash of silver light under his feet. Furthermore, his body took a few steps back as if it had been teleported. The heavy ruler in his hand suddenly cut horizontally. The strong force caused a circular fluorescent arc to form on the ruler's body. A sharp piercing sound from the strong wind howled unceasingly.

Yao Sheng was clearly somewhat surprised that/it was Xiao Yan able to draw some distance between them from such a close distance. He felt the wind coming at him. With a cold laugh, his toes pressed down on the ground and his body suddenly floated up. The two daggers in his hand violently pierced in a lightning-like manner.

’’ Ding! ’’

Even though the dagger did not specialize directly, a violent attack, Yao Sheng's true strength far surpassed Xiao Yan. Hence, under the strengthening of the Dou Qi in his body, the agile and compact dagger was able to withstand the heavy ruler who possessed an extremely great strength. This is the advantage of having a higher rate.

As the two daggers pressed down on the heavy ruler, Yao Sheng's hands curled up. He borrowed power from the heavy ruler and rolled in the air. Immediately, his feet stepped into the sky, and his body was like an eagle catching its prey as it shot towards Xiao Yan's head in a lightning-like manner. The two daggers in his hands carried a dense cold wind that caused one's skin to become numb.

Xiao Yan raised his eyebrows as he faced the sudden violent attack variation of Yao Sheng. A light shone under his feet, and his body once again instantly drew a few steps. The heavy ruler in his hand swung upward from his lowered position in the usual way as he flipped through it.

Yao Sheng was somewhat surprised when his attack failed. His body was like a fish in water while in the air. With a strange twist, the heavy ruler moved along his body and nearly flew away.

Since Xiao Yan's attack was also avoided by the opponent, he pulled his ruler and retreated. He raised his head and looked at Yao Sheng who landed on the ground, safely standing not far in front of him.

The exchange between these two people did not last long, but it was extremely dangerous. As long as there was a small mistake made by one of the parties, that heavy ruler or dagger would cause the other party to be seriously injured.

Most of the people in the stadium could not see the level of danger. They could only see two human figures quickly intertwining with each other during this exchange. Then someone jumped into the air and landed on the ground a moment later. Once again a face-off between the two sides is formed.

Of course, the various practitioners on the high stage had clearly witnessed this exchange. They couldn't help but cry ‘baik’ when the two men split up.

Inside the arena, Yao Sheng gently rubbed the two daggers in his hands. The gaze he used to Xiao Yan's eyes gained additional solitude. During the lightning-like exchange earlier, the latter's rich combat experience did not allow Yao Sheng the slightest advantage.

’’ I can't end up a draw. Otherwise, Fei-er wouldn't be happy. ” Yao Sheng's gaze flickered as a thought quickly revolved around his heart, ” The other party's speed and battle experience was no less than mine. Right now, my advantage is that my actual strength is stronger than her. In that case, I should use my level to suppress it! ’

As this thought fell, Yao Sheng's body trembled slightly. Immediately, a black-colored Dou Qi, which contained a fishy smell, suddenly erupted from his body and revolved around his body. This black-colored Dou Qi was extremely strange. At first glance, it was rather thick in nature. A faint black-colored water trail came out from it and landed on the ground, forming a small water stain …

Following the surge of Yao Sheng Dou Qi, a suppressive aura immediately formed and covered half the arena. Under this kind of pressure, people whose levels were lower than him would have their speed and Dou Qi recovery reduced slightly. This is a tactic commonly used when a higher person faces a lower level person.

Of course, this kind of Dou Qi suppression naturally did not have much of an impact on Xiao Yan. His Dou Qi which had changed after swallowing ‘Heavenly Flame’ could fully protect against such suppression.

The green-colored Dou Qi screen slowly spread from Xiao Yan's body. The pressure formed from this Dou Qi Sect also surged out, occupying a small corner of the arena. The other places were completely occupied by Yao Sheng who was extremely master of Dou Qi.

Xiao Yan was completely disadvantaged in the Dou Qi confrontation. This was a gap that was the result of one's true strength. Although Xiao Yan's fighting ability was not weak, one's fighting ability was of little use in this kind of confrontation.

” No matter how strong you are, this is a gap in our level. ” Yao Sheng could not help but laugh proudly as he observed Xiao Yan, who had been suppressed in this Dou Qi exchange until he was unable to resist.

Xiao Yan glanced faintly at the proud Yao Sheng. Both of his hands slowly formed a strange seal. A moment later, he gently cried in his heart, ’’ Skyfire Three Mysterious Change, Green Lotus Change! ’’

The moment the shout fell, a green-colored flame suddenly emerged from Xiao Yan's body, bathing him in flames. A moment later, the flame shrank into Xiao Yan's body in a lightning-like manner. However, when the flame returned to his body, Dou Qi Xiao Yan instantly surged. His black hair moved automatically even though there was no wind. Due to the soaring Dou Qi in his body, his aura also surged. In an instant, his aura and Yao Sheng finally occupied a separate part of the arena.

” Unethical Movement! ” Yao Sheng's expression slightly changed when Xiao Yan made a comeback against his suppressing aura. His mouth, however, gave a cold insulting smile.

’’ Anything that can beat you is orthodox. ’’ Xiao Yan also gave a cold smile. After displaying ‘Skyfire Three Mysterious Change’, his Dou Qi strength level was also not much weaker than Yao Sheng. Right now, he didn't need to worry about the attack with his full strength being easily broken by the other party's dagger.

” Yao Sheng, you must not lose to this crip .. he! ” ‘From the high platform, Liu Fei's pretty face immediately became anxious as she looked at Xiao Yan, whose aura suddenly soared. He did not care about anything else as he leaped onto his feet and shouted loudly. However, before the final flaw was shouted by him, he felt a cold mountain-like gaze shooting at him from the opposite side. His gaze quickly looked. It was really a young lady in green clothes named Xun Er. Originally, given Liu Fei's character, he would definitely ignore her. However, when he saw the flickering golden-coloured flame in those cold pupils, a chill appeared in his heart. The flaw in his mouth was also swallowed by him.

The cold gaze from the other side slowly withdrew after seeing that Liu Fei's insulting words were not shouted.

’’ Hmph, what to be proud of? Just look at how I will humiliate him once that trash is defeated by Yao Sheng's hand! With my older cousin protecting me, I'm not afraid of you, little whore! ” Liu Fei spoke viciously. His expression was green as he sat back in his chair after being frightened by the gaze of the other party to the point where he had to swallow his words.

Hearing Liu Fei's voice from the high platform, the gaze that Yao Sheng used to stare at Xiao Yan became darker and colder. His toes moved slightly, and a black light coagulated under his feet without leaving a trace. Immediately, his toes were suddenly pressed on the ground as his body let out a ‘suo’ sound and directly approached Xiao Yan.

’’ Chi, chi .. ’’

Yao Sheng did not hesitate in the slightest as he entered the attacking range. His arms trembled swiftly as the two daggers that were like two poisonous snakes drew many images after they violently pierced all over Xiao Yan's body.

’’ Clang, clang, clang .. ’’

The silver light under Xiao Yan's feet twinkled as he borrowed the mysteriousness of the ‘Three Thousand Lightning Protection. His feet moved within a small area as the heavy ruler in his hands became like a shield, protecting his entire body behind him. The countless number of daggers that came piercing explosively incessantly collided with the heavy ruler. Many clanging sounds that sounded like an unusual tone were heard.

Xiao Yan held the heavy ruler tightly in his hand. The green vein on his arm pulsed. The dagger might appear light and useful but it was like a huge boulder crashing down upon landing on a heavy ruler. Adding an extremely intensive attack, Xiao Yan felt his hand become a little numb even with his increased strength.

Fortunately, such an intensive attack was also extremely exhausting Yao Sheng's strength. This wild storm-like attack continued for another five minutes before slowly slowing down. A moment later, the daggers suddenly disappeared. The pressure on the heavy ruler also slightly reduced.

Xiao Yan roughly held the ruler horizontally as he took a few steps back. His chest rose and fell as he stared at Yao Sheng who was repeatedly panting on the opposite side. He once again lowered his head and glanced at the Heavy Xuan Ruler. Even his head felt a little numb as he observed the small dense white dots. This kind of attack was truly too dense and intense. If he did not borrow the vast body of the Heavy Xuan Sovereign, it seemed like he could only choose to dodge such an attack …

” This person really has the ability ... ” Xiao Yan slowly exhales air. His gaze glanced at Yao Sheng on the opposite side. After this confrontation, he actually had little understanding of the latter's tactics.

’’ Yao Sheng, use your full strength. Don't daze with him! ’

Yao Sheng knit his brows slightly when he heard the urgent voice of a woman once again sounding from the high stage. He immediately sighed helplessly. His gaze was dark and solemn as he looked at Xiao Yan. As his arms formed a seal, one could see a dense black-colored Dou Qi swiftly escaping from his body before wrapping around him.

The black-colored Dou Qi spread out repeatedly. Finally, it was like a massive Dou Qi cluster that began to shrink and expand in a rhythmic manner. It looks like it's brewing something.

Carefully rose in Xiao Yan's heart as he observed Yao Sheng's strange actions. The Dou Qi in his body was speee and was ready to be released.

’’ Black Water World! ’’

A low shout suddenly radiated from within the black-colored Dou Qi. Immediately, that black-coloured Dou Qi cluster suddenly spun rapidly. A roaring sound echoed throughout the arena.

When the rotation occurred, Xiao Yan was stunned to realize that/it was a countless amount of black-colored liquid coming out from within it. When it played, it basically covered the entire arena within it.

Since Xiao Yan was not sure what exactly this thing was, he did not dare to let it touch his body. Therefore, his body quickly pulled and avoided the black liquid that was fired.

The evasion continued for a moment before Xiao Yan's body suddenly stopped. He hurriedly lowered his head only to find out that/it was both of his legs involuntarily stepping into the puddle of black water.

Xiao Yan used all his strength to pull his legs. He was stunned to realize that/it black water actually contained a strong enough suction force. In addition, this black water also has very strong corrosive properties. In just the blink of an eye, Xiao Yan's shoe layer had already rusted. If not for his quick reaction to aim the Dou Qi and wrap it around his feet, it was likely that his/her shoes would instantly rust.

’’ The whole arena is my domain. How did you land on your feet? You have lost this match! ” Laughter suddenly sounded. Xiao Yan's eyes slightly shrank, only to see an explosive black splash of water in front of him. Yao Sheng's body came out of the place in a strange way. The sharp blade in his hand violently pierced into Xiao Yan's arm.

Those on the high stage immediately exclaimed one after another as they observed Xiao Yan, who was unable to move because he was trapped in the puddle of black water. He could only accept Yao Sheng's attack directly.

The pride at the corner of Yao Sheng's mouth became even richer after hearing the exclamation from the high platform. The speed of the dagger in his hand suddenly accelerated. However, just as he was about to attack his target, a wild wind suddenly blew towards him. The point at which his dagger landed was empty …

Yao Sheng's body quickly lowered itself as his attack failed. He made some strange twists while curling up near the water, and his body quickly pulled over ten meters away. Only at this moment did he lift his gaze and was stunned to realize that/that figure of Xiao Yan was not in the arena …

”Where is he?”

The viewing gallery was also uncertain as many gazes looked in all directions.

Yao Sheng's face was dark and solemn. His gaze slightly lowered, only to suddenly see the reverse image in a cluster of black water. His body immediately stiffened as he immediately raised his head in a sudden movement.

All he saw was a young man in black robes hanging in the air. Behind him was a pair of huge purple-black wings. The wings are slowly flapping. He looks like a god.

When Yao Sheng raised his head, everyone in the viewing gallery also raised their gazes at the same time. They were dumbfounded when they saw the pair of wings behind Xiao Yan …

Dou ... Dou Qi turned into wings? ’

In addition to the viewing gallery, the people on the high stage and even on the judges seats let out sounds of breathing in the cold air one after another. Everyone's gazes were filled with shock and disbelief. If you find any errors (broken links, non-standard content, etc.), please let us know so that we can fix them as soon as possible.