114: Chapter 114 is already number one?

"Su Lianxue of Zichen Peak wins!"

Su Lianxue defeated two opponents in succession, securing first place in the Body Tempering Realm.

This was within most people's expectations.

"Next, it's your turn, Senior Brother."

Su Lianxue said, looking at Lin Ming.

She knew that for Lin Ming, taking first place in the Spirit Platform Realm was a simple matter; it was just a question of whether he was willing or not.

"It's still early."

Lin Ming waved his hand casually.

Before the Spirit Platform Realm, there were still duels for the Yinling and Sea-Opening Realms. Only after their battles ended would it be Lin Ming's turn to go up.

The matches for the Spirit Guiding Realm and the Sea-Opening Realm also ended quickly, with the first, second, third, and fourth ranks being decided for each.

Afterward, it was time for the competition in the Spirit Platform Realm.

Perhaps because Lin Ming was the eldest Disciple of Peak Master Zichen, an exceptionally large number of people were paying attention to his battle, especially those Disciples from external Sects; their attention was basically all on Lin Ming.

Lin Ming's opponent was a Disciple from Flying Cloud Peak, but the opponent's strength was somewhat lagging behind Liu Wenzhao's; let alone Liu Wenzhao, they weren't even as good as Ke Qingyun.

This left Lin Ming with no choice but to defeat the opponent, waiting for his final opponent in the championship match.

"The other match is hard to call."

Luo Lingfeng said, shaking his head.

The person Lin Ming had just defeated was likely the weakest of the three besides Lin Ming. Although that person's strength was also at the Lingtai Ninth Heaven, there were still gaps within the Lingtai Ninth Heaven.

Qiu Yuan of Azure Severance Peak and Zhuang Han of Lingxiao Peak were both favorites to win the Spirit Platform Realm championship this time.

Unfortunately, the two of them had to decide a winner here; only the person who won this match would be qualified to take the champion's spot.

Upon the high platform,

Qiu Yuan and Zhuang Han stood facing each other.

"Senior Brother Qiu, I thought you had already stepped into the Spirit Treasury Realm."

Zhuang Han said with a smile, looking at Qiu Yuan.

"The next time we meet, you'll have to change how you address me."

Qiu Yuan said expressionlessly.

"I don't know when next time will be—ten years, twenty years, or perhaps you will be the one to change your form of address first, Senior Brother."

Zhuang Han said, his expression unchanged.

"It seems you haven't learned your lesson from our last encounter."

Qiu Yuan said coldly.

He moved his foot, and cracks appeared in the ground beneath him, spreading toward his opponent.

Seeing this, Zhuang Han took the initiative to approach, and invisible killing intent manifested.

Boom...

A series of explosions rang out, instantly covering the entire high platform.

"Senior Brother Qiu Yuan and Senior Brother Zhuang Han can be considered old rivals."

Luo Lingfeng said, watching the fierce battle on the high platform.

He could only blame his bad luck for running into Qiu Yuan, but fortunately, he had made it into the top twenty, which meant he had saved his hair.

"Senior Brother, your opponent in the final will be very difficult to deal with."

Yu Yaoqin said.

"Whatever."

Lin Ming said with a smile.

He might as well take first place.

Since he had come this far, it would be a bit unreasonable not to take first place.

Besides, his reputation as a so-called Prodigy had already spread; he might as well solidify that title.

It wouldn't affect him much anyway, and what he had exposed was just the tip of the iceberg.

The battle on the field became increasingly intense as both sides went all out, with no intention of holding back.

This match lasted for fifteen minutes.

After fifteen minutes, as if they shared a telepathic connection, they stopped their movements almost simultaneously.

Lin Ming, however, immediately noticed the changes occurring in the two of them.

They had achieved a Breakthrough during the battle.

Both of their strengths were already at the Peak of the Spirit Platform Realm; they were just one opportunity away from the Spirit Treasury Realm.

This battle allowed both of them to find the opportunity for a Breakthrough at almost the same time, leading them to stop simultaneously.

These two certainly had good luck.

"What's going on with those two?"

Yu Yaoqin was also confused upon seeing this; she had been enjoying the brilliant battle with great interest when it suddenly stopped.

At that moment, an Elder appeared on the high platform, arriving before the two of them.

With a wave of his hand, he took the two of them away from the platform and left.

"The two of them gained insights during the battle and are currently breaking through to the Spirit Treasury Realm."

Great Elder Ouyang Rui's voice rang in everyone's ears.

This made most of the Disciples, who were unaware of the situation, realize what was happening, and they immediately showed looks of envy.

"The Spirit Platform Realm competition is over. Lin Ming of Zichen Peak is the winner."

Great Elder Ouyang Rui continued.

Regardless of whether Qiu Yuan and Zhuang Han's Breakthroughs were successful, neither of them could continue with the next match. Thus, Lin Ming directly obtained first place in the Spirit Platform Realm.

"Is that it? It's an anticlimax?"

Yu Yaoqin said.

The match had ended just like that, and right when she was watching so intently; the sudden conclusion left Yu Yaoqin feeling rather disappointed.

But she was even more disappointed about missing one of Lin Ming's matches; she might have seen Lin Ming suffer a defeat, but instead, he had actually become the champion just like that.

This was the main reason for Yu Yaoqin's disappointment.

The term "anticlimax" was also something she had learned from Lin Ming.

"What anticlimax? You should be happy for the two Senior Brothers' Breakthroughs."

Lin Ming said immediately.

This girl really picks up every word.

"And be happy for you becoming the number one in the Spirit Platform Realm at the same time, right, Stinky Senior Brother?"

Yu Yaoqin made a face at Lin Ming.

"Congratulations, Senior Brother."

Su Lianxue also smiled.

She hadn't expected Lin Ming to become the Spirit Platform Realm champion in such a manner.

But in her view, it didn't make much of a difference unless Lin Ming revealed a cultivation level above the Spirit Platform Realm.

Otherwise, this first place would definitely be his.

"Congratulations, Senior Brother."

Luo Lingfeng also offered his congratulations.

Although this match hadn't produced a winner and the final couldn't be seen, the strength Lin Ming had displayed was beyond doubt.

"Not at all, it was just good luck."

Lin Ming laughed.

To him, fighting one less match was also a good thing.

With the conclusion of the Spirit Platform Realm competition, it was time for the Spirit Treasury Realm.

However, as it was getting late, the Spirit Treasury Realm matches were scheduled for tomorrow.

Lin Ming and the others then returned to Zichen Peak.

Immediately, Lin Ming and Su Lianxue went into Master Yun Hua's quarters.

"Revered Master, both Junior Sister and I won first place."

Lin Ming said, looking at his Revered Master who appeared quite indolent.

It had to be said that every time he saw his Revered Master, Lin Ming could sense a different kind of beauty from her.

It was no wonder his Revered Master had so many suitors in the cultivation world.

Thinking of this, Lin Ming inadvertently glanced at Su Lianxue.

Perhaps this girl would become a second Revered Master in the future.