On the arena.
A dazzling array of colors burst forth and shimmered, reflecting the ever-changing world, accompanied by powerful spiritual energy fluctuations.
The wooden magic talismans formed a large net that stretched across the sky, while layers of celestial ice were laid out on top to block the massive spiritual hand that pressed down like a small mountain.
Furthermore, there were streaks of wind blades and whistling sword light striking down, as well as fire dragons spewing flames, constantly eroding its power.
Before long, the giant spiritual hand, which was nearly ten feet in size, shrank by a circle, and the astonishing spiritual energy contained within it began to dissipate.
Undeterred, Zhang Hong began to practice his sword techniques, intending to maintain his offensive.
This was done to continuously deplete Lin Xiuyuan's spiritual talismans.
In his view, this was the way to win!
However, Zhang Hong's idea was destined to fail.
For Lin Xiuyuan, the cost of talismans was negligible... because his success rate was simply too incredible!!
However, this idea isn't entirely wrong; it's just that the amount consumed would be several times greater than Zhang Hong himself had guessed...
After several rounds of stalemate, Lin Xiuyuan gradually figured out Zhang Hong's methods. It seemed that he did not have any particularly powerful magical artifacts, but rather mostly Taoist secret techniques of the Yunxiao lineage, and his main cultivation was probably sword techniques.
Lin Xiuyuan felt relieved and began to activate more and more talismans and cast spells by making hand seals, trying to gradually gain the upper hand and launch a strong attack.
After several rounds of testing, Lin Xiuyuan felt that his chances of winning had increased from 60% to 70% or 80%...
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"He really did advance to the third round. Although I initially thought his strength would be enough, I never expected that he would still defeat such a strong opponent in the second round and advance... Such strength, even though it's not the first time I've witnessed it, still leaves me in awe!"
"Yes, I can't help but marvel at his combat power every time. He's just too strong. There's a clear gap in cultivation level, and he's facing a disciple from the Yunxiao lineage. After the initial probing exchange, he maintained an absolute advantage and kept suppressing the opponent until he secured the victory!"
"Hehe, that's normal. He was originally a prodigy of the Lingxiao Heaven, and those secret talismans are probably all mysterious and different from ordinary talismans. Their power is probably more than a level above. Not to mention, he also has an unknown and strange secret technique that makes many spells directly ineffective, and there's also that fire python. With such a spirit beast assisting him in battle, he has now broken through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage. How could his combat power not be formidable?"
"Such methods would allow anyone to directly enter the top combat power... Unless one replicates Wang An's battle, and possesses a spirit beast of comparable quality and a powerful magic weapon, it is estimated that only such a genius could be suppressed."
Although Lin Xiuyuan's battle was short-lived and not particularly spectacular, the competition between the two sides was extremely fierce. One side combined talismans with Taoist magic, aided by demonic beasts, and demonstrated a powerful offensive force primarily based on talismans.
On the other side were the senior disciples of the Yunxiao lineage, who unleashed a series of powerful Daoist techniques and secret arts to counter Lin Xiuyuan's attacks. Their combat strength was already at the ceiling for ordinary disciples, but they were only narrowly defeated because of Lin Xiuyuan's overwhelming power.
Everyone found it fascinating and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.
But soon, just as everyone was discussing this, what happened next silenced the entire room.
Their gazes turned to the side, and gradually a look of shock appeared on their faces.
"No way? Is that person from the Han family really going to get involved?"
From the high platform, Han Chenhua slowly stepped down from the air.
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After the battle, Lin Xiuyuan prepared to leave.
Anyway, I figured there was little hope for the third round. It was probably just a stage for older disciples who had reached the Foundation Establishment stage, so I decided to give up to avoid consuming too many talismans and getting injured, which would affect my cultivation progress.
Even though Lin Xiuyuan felt he still had a fighting chance against those older disciples who had reached the Foundation Establishment stage, after all, Huo Yun's Black Flame Eyes were enough to secure victory, but there was no need for it...
Even if you win the third round, you might not be able to win the fourth round, and you still won't be able to squeeze into the top 50 and get more rewards, so there's no point in doing it.
The previous two battles used dozens of talismans. Although in terms of cost, winning the rewards of this competition and improving the ranking was still profitable, the overall profit was not worthwhile. However, since there is a ranking to strive for, the overall benefits gained from this competition are still quite good.
But just as Lin Xiu was walking away, he suddenly felt a chill behind him, like a cold glint piercing his back!
Lin Xiuyuan turned his head and saw Han Chenhua slowly descending from the high platform, stepping into the air. His indifferent face was filled with aloof arrogance, and his gaze was like a knife as he looked at him coldly.
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"Huh? No way, is Young Master Han really going to participate?"
"It seems that way..."
"As expected, the conflict between Junior Brother Lin and the Han family is clearly not easy to resolve, and the pawn they sent out has been ineffective, having already left the mountain. After much consideration, it seems the only way for the Han family to get revenge is for Young Master Han to personally intervene!"
"But isn't this a bit unfair? It's clearly an unjust duel. However, I doubt Lin Xiuyuan would agree to it, would he?"
All eyes suddenly turned to them, and they looked at the scene with some surprise, but more so with great interest.
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