vncnus 257. Intimidation through strength
257. Intimidation through strength
All the participants in the tournament were young geniuses who had already achieved the strength of a Dou Huang. The reason they came to the Four Directions Tournament was that they all wanted to make a name for themselves through the tournament.
Therefore, defeating Xiao Yan is currently the most direct method.
Given Xiao Yan's demonstrated fighting prowess, even Wang Chen suffered a humiliating defeat. Very few people present were confident they could defeat Wang Chen; without Xiao Yan, the rest of the tournament would be meaningless.
However, no one has the courage to make a move right now. Wang Chen, who was able to defeat Huang Quan Pavilion quickly, was neither humble nor arrogant in the face of Huang Quan Venerable. Xiao Yan's performance has already impressed many people.
One genius from the Starfall Pavilion intimidated nearly a hundred people, preventing them from making a move. In such a short time, the Starfall Pavilion's influence instantly reached its peak.
But the peaceful atmosphere was always broken by someone. A young man dressed in black, with a cold and resolute face, stepped out from the crowd, carrying a sword.
"Tang Ying of the Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion, I humbly request your guidance on your superior skills!"
Clearly, Tang Ying enjoys considerable popularity at the Four Directions Pavilion Conference. His challenge to Xiao Yan caused a huge sensation, as Wang Chen's earlier defeat was due to his sneak attack being caught, preventing Xiao Yan from fully displaying his strength.
At this moment, Tang Ying's move would be a perfect opportunity to test this mysterious person, and both the audience and the participants were filled with anticipation.
Xiao Yan looked at Tang Ying with a hint of admiration. After all, seeing that Tang Ying still had the courage to challenge him after Xiao Yan had thoroughly humiliated Wang Chen, it was enough to show that this person had a firm will.
With his strength, he didn't need to rush to fight me, since fighting me would most likely mean he would lose.
Xiao Yan replied, "No problem."
Lei Zun and Huang Quan Zun, who were on the stands, were now completely focused, trying to glean some clues from the fight between Tang Ying and Xiao Yan.
With Xiao Yan's consent, Tang Ying's fighting spirit surged out like a tide, and the blue greatsword in his hand suddenly burst out with dazzling light. Countless sword shadows condensed in the air, as if there were as many as ten thousand swords, each containing powerful force.
Xiao Yan stood there, waiting for Tang Ying to gather his strength. Mu Qingluan, standing beside him, explained to Xiao Yan, "Senior brother, this is the Myriad Swords Technique of the Myriad Swords Pavilion. The longer it is gathered, the greater its power."
Xiao Yan deliberately acted arrogantly, saying, "Since he has challenged me fairly and squarely, I must defeat him at his strongest."
"If you can withstand this move, Tang Ying will immediately admit defeat!"
Who isn't a genius? Who isn't arrogant?
Tang Ying shouted, and ten thousand swords, like a meteor shower, attacked Xiao Yan. The sword energy was overwhelming, and the world was filled with a murderous aura.
However, Xiao Yan's vision is now different from others. With Tang Ying's current strength, Xiao Yan immediately saw through the flaw in Tang Ying's use of the Myriad Swords Technique.
Most of the sword shadows that filled the sky were just for show; the real killing moves were hidden among them.
Xiao Yan, relying on his extraordinary soul power, accurately grasped the true core.
With a flick of his hands, Xiao Yan ignored the numerous sword shadows that were attacking him, and the terrifying force on his arms shattered the true core sword shadow.
A chilling light followed, the blue greatsword that Tang Ying was truly wielding.
Xiao Yan smiled easily, steadily catching Tang Ying's greatsword with one hand, and casually slapping the greatsword with his right hand, causing it to bend.
The terrifying force instantly sent Tang Ying flying, embedding him in the mountain wall outside the arena. A deafening roar followed as the boulder shattered. Tang Ying then stumbled out, using his greatsword as a crutch for support, panting heavily.
The mysterious man on stage wearing a demon mask was putting immense pressure on him; just moments ago, their brief exchange had even left him breathless. Fortunately, he sensed that the man had held back in his final blow, merely forcing him to withdraw from the match.
He gave Xiao Yan a grateful look, then left directly, as the outcome of this battle was no longer relevant to him.
Even Tang Ying was defeated.
"Just who is this person? When did such a genius emerge in Zhongzhou?"
The onlookers at the Four Directions Pavilion tournament were frequently gasping in astonishment at Xiao Yan's formidable performance. What had initially seemed like a closely contested match instantly turned into a one-sided affair after Xiao Yan made his move.
Xiao Yan not only defeated two geniuses from the Yellow Springs Pavilion and the Myriad Swords Pavilion, but even forced the Yellow Springs Venerable to take action personally. This record is really too amazing.
On the stands, the Sword Venerable said enviously to the Wind Venerable, "The Wind Venerable has indeed taken on an extraordinary disciple."
Sword Venerable knew Tang Ying's strength best, and he had personally taught him the Myriad Swords Technique. However, Xiao Yan easily saw through its key points, which shows that Xiao Yan's strength was not only far superior to Tang Ying's, but his insight was also a level above Tang Ying's.
It now seems that the fierce competition among the young people of the so-called Four Directions Pavilion is completely insignificant in the eyes of the Starfall Pavilion, which is hiding its strength.
"Tang Ying is quite remarkable. To have such a tenacious fighting spirit at such a young age and to have cultivated the Myriad Swords Technique to this level, his future is promising," Venerable Feng praised.
Sword Venerable nodded in agreement, pleased to receive praise from Wind Venerable. Unlike Thunder Venerable and Yellow Spring Venerable, he hadn't participated in the betting and could now focus on appreciating the event.
Tang Ying's swift defeat plunged the stands into silence. The other contestants' gazes kept sweeping over Feng Qing'er and Xiao Yan. After all, two of the four geniuses of the Four Directions Pavilion had already been defeated, and Mu Qingluan was a fellow disciple of Xiao Yan. The only one they could count on was Miss Feng, who had the greatest reputation and the strongest strength.
At this moment, Feng Qing'er looked at Xiao Yan, feeling somewhat hesitant. Both Wang Chen and Tang Ying had been defeated too quickly; she hadn't even clearly sensed Xiao Yan's strength.
Originally proud and arrogant, she suddenly felt a sense of powerlessness at this moment.
"Who exactly is he?" This question lingered in Feng Qing'er's mind.
Her identity was somewhat special; she wasn't just a talent cultivated by the Wind and Thunder Pavilion, but the power behind her wielded immense influence throughout the entire Central Continent. However, the information she possessed contained no mention of the person before her. From beginning to end, the only true genius the Starfall Pavilion could claim was Mu Qingluan.
However, the situation at this moment did not allow Feng Qing'er to continue thinking, because a single sentence from the mysterious man wearing a ghost mask once again pushed the atmosphere of the entire conference to a climax.
"If anyone is still able to stand on the competition stage within ten breaths, Starfall Pavilion will concede defeat!"