And guesses are just guesses. In everyone's general recognition, Duan Heshan is still stronger than Zhuang Xingfeng. It is probably a question whether Mu Hanyan can pass the test in his hands. It is basically impossible to surpass Jiang Qiling.
Jiang Qiling also looked at Mu Hanyan in surprise. She hadn't expected this outcome. She had no doubts about her father's words. If he said he wouldn't intervene for now, then he wouldn't intervene. In other words, Mu Hanyan had really run into Duan Heshan herself.
Hahahaha, I want to see how capable you are, whether you are as powerful as my father said! Jiang Qiling almost laughed out loud, thinking unconvincedly in her heart.
Ling Baobao was scurrying through the crowd like a mole, trying to find someone to place a bet. Because the exam was so intense, he didn't dare shout loudly for people to place bets like he had before. Instead, he weaved through the crowd, busily whispering and urging others to place bets.
Amidst the gazes of the crowd, some surprised, some excited, some expectant, and some gloating, Mu Hanyan smiled calmly and walked towards the competition stage.
If it had been earlier, when she had the misfortune of meeting Duan Heshan, Mu Hanyan might have smiled bitterly and secretly sighed at her bad luck, but now, Jiang Qiling's non-violent provocation completely aroused her fighting spirit.
Jiang Qiling only used five swords to defeat Zhuang Xingfeng, who was considered extremely powerful by other disciples. Why couldn't she defeat Duan Heshan?
Mu Hanyan also exuded strong self-confidence.
"You are Mu Hanyan. I've heard my father mention you." Duan Heshan stood opposite Mu Hanyan and said calmly.
"How are you, Senior Duan? I left the Exotic Beast Valley in such a hurry that day that I didn't have time to say goodbye to you. I hope you won't blame me." Mu Hanyan said politely.
The last trial at the Strange Beast Valley of Zhengying Academy was presided over by Duan Tianya. Mu Han had met him once before and admired this straightforward and fair elder very much. However, the grudge between her and Grandmaster Pang De and his nephew was too deep, so she was destined to have no intersection with Zhengying Academy, and it was impossible for her to have any dealings with Duan Tianya, which was a bit regrettable.
"Mr. Mu, you are too kind. It was thanks to your help that my father was able to preserve his reputation. My father also feels deeply guilty about what happened later. It's just that it was not his place to do his job, so he was unable to stop it. I hope Mr. Mu will forgive me." Having said that, Duan Heshan bowed deeply to Mu Hanyan.
He was talking about how Mu Hanyan risked her life in a battle with Xia Youchen, rescuing hundreds of elite families, only to be harassed by Grandmaster Pang De and his uncle and nephew, a case of ungratefulness. However, that incident concerned the reputation of Zhengying Academy and his father Duan Tianya, so he couldn't explain it too clearly in front of everyone in the hall. This was the only way to apologize and thank Mu Hanyan.
Hearing the unclear conversation between the two, everyone in the audience was extremely surprised. It turned out that Mu Hanyan and Duan Heshan's father, Duan Tianya, who was known as the Swordsman of the World, had a friendship. This was beyond everyone's expectations.
Thinking of Duan Tianya's reputation, everyone looked at Mu Hanyan with an inexplicable respect. Putting aside his strength, this Mu Hanyan was actually quite popular. Even Duan Tianya and Duan Heshan treated him with courtesy. In this respect, he was much better than that little witch Jiang Qiling.
"Brother Duan, you are too polite. It was just a coincidence that day. You don't have to take it to heart." Mu Hanyan felt a good impression of Duan Heshan when she saw him being so polite.
"Although Junior Brother Mu has done my father a favor, I will not show mercy in today's test. You don't have to care about his wishes. Just give it your all." Duan Heshan nodded and said solemnly.
Then, holding the sword in one hand and resting the other on his chest, he performed a standard swordsman's salute to Mu Hanyan. This etiquette was also the most solemn etiquette among swordsmen.
This also means that he did not regard Mu Hanyan as a junior brother or a junior, but as an equal opponent.
"Okay." Mu Hanyan also drew his sword and saluted, his expression becoming extremely solemn.
Duan Heshan was so clear about the distinction between public and private affairs, and he was also upright, which made her feel a little respect for him.
Seeing the two of them being so serious, not only the disciples in the audience, but even the instructors, couldn't help but look solemn.
Duan Heshan actually thinks so highly of Mu Hanyan. Could it be that Mu Hanyan is really so powerful that she is qualified to compete with him?
"Three swords, as long as you can take my three swords, you will pass the test." As soon as Duan Heshan finished speaking, he raised his sword high.
The golden sunlight fell on him, casting a golden halo around him.
The already massive figure seemed to rise several inches in the air, becoming even taller. Like a mountain, towering and majestic, one could only look up at it.
An invisible aura also emanated from him, making people feel endless pressure.
Almost everyone had an illusion that under his imposing aura and pressure, the distance between heaven and earth was constantly shortening, while his figure was constantly rising, with unparalleled aura of power that could support the sky and the earth.
All the disciples in the academy turned pale. It was not until now that they realized that their previous guess was wrong, completely wrong.
Although the sword had not yet been swung, they could see that Duan Heshan's strength was not comparable to Zhuang Xingfeng's at all, and they were not at the same level at all.
Perhaps Duan Heshan's own cultivation wasn't much stronger than Zhuang Xingfeng's, but the profound swordsmanship contained in this sword strike was far greater than Zhuang Xingfeng's. He already possessed a swordsmanship all his own.
While being shocked, everyone couldn't help but look at Mu Hanyan. It must be a great sorrow for him to meet such a powerful Duan Heshan!
There was no suspense in Jiang Qiling's previous challenge to him. Mu Hanyan would never be able to pass Duan Heshan's assessment. In such a challenge, Mu Hanyan would definitely lose.
Mu Hanyan has really bad luck.
"Cut the mountains and rivers with one sword!" Duan Heshan shouted, and slashed out with the long sword in his hand.
The solid sword light was overwhelming, as if it was going to cut through the sky and the nine heavens.
Domineering! If one must describe the power of this sword, then this is the only word that can be used. This is the sword of dominance, a domineering sword that regards all things as ants and the world as nothing. This is also Duan Heshan's own sword style.
At this moment, Duan Heshan was like the legendary god of war, majestic and domineering, and would never tolerate any violation or contempt.
All the disciples in the audience, faced with this extremely domineering sword, could not help but feel a surge of submission. Whether gods truly existed in this world, or if gods had ever existed, they could not say for sure, but at this moment, Duan Heshan was the invincible god in their hearts!
Mu Hanyan, it's over. There is absolutely no chance of successfully passing the test!
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