156: Chapter 156 Tang Sword

After learning the specific arrangements and confirming he wouldn't need to take the stage today, Qin Yan bid farewell to Mentor Fang Yan and prepared to return to the manor to cultivate.

For him, time was precious. Every extra moment of cultivation meant another fraction of improvement in his strength.

Mentor Fang Yan nodded, approving his departure.

Apart from keeping the steadily powerful Leng Feng on standby for any unforeseen circumstances,

the other official team members, including Xiao Wangshu, Lu Qingfeng, and others, also dispersed, either to watch the matches or to cultivate on their own.

Leng Feng pouted somewhat unwillingly; he had originally planned to return and cultivate as well, but since the mentor had spoken, he had no choice.

He could only sit in a corner with his arms crossed, wearing an expression of numb resignation.

In the afternoon, Qin Yan was sweating profusely in the training room.

The communicator on his wrist vibrated gently, delivering a report of victory from the preparation area.

Modu Martial University had effortlessly defeated Dongcheng Martial University with an overwhelming advantage, and the process had been very smooth.

The several reserve team members who had taken the stage for experience had all performed excellently.

Looking at the message, Qin Yan's lips curved slightly upwards, revealing a trace of a gratified smile.

Immediately, he once again threw himself wholeheartedly into the monotonous yet fulfilling cultivation.

December 27th, the third day of the exchange tournament. The competition grew increasingly fierce.

Lu Youyou once again represented Modu Martial University on stage for the draw.

However, when she saw the result of the draw, the relaxed smile on her face instantly froze, and her expression couldn't help but falter.

"First round, Arena Four, Modu Martial University versus — Longhua Martial University," she announced the opponent's name.

As her words fell, the atmosphere in the entire preparation area quieted for a moment.

The reason was none other than that Longhua Martial University was extremely powerful!

It was one of the several top-tier universities in China, publicly acknowledged as being second only to Modu Martial University and Jingdu Martial University.

Its comprehensive strength consistently ranked within the top ten nationwide, and in some years, it could even challenge for a spot in the top five!

It was a veritable old-school powerhouse with deep heritage (foundation) and a constant stream of talented individuals.

Today's battle would definitely no longer be as relaxed and effortless as the previous two days.

Modu Martial University had to take it seriously.

"It seems our good luck has run out."

Mentor Fang Yan quickly ran through the profiles and characteristics of Longhua Martial University's main team members in his mind, then began arranging the lineup in a serious tone:

"Qin Yan," the first name he called was Qin Yan, "you go first. You must secure an opening victory, set the tone for our momentum!"

"Yes, sir!" A blazing fighting spirit instantly ignited in Qin Yan's eyes.

After waiting for so long, he had finally encountered a worthy opponent.

"Leng Feng, you go second. Stabilize the situation and expand our advantage." Fang Yan looked at Leng Feng, who was clearly eager.

"Don't worry, Mentor. I guarantee the mission will be accomplished!"

Leng Feng rubbed his hands together, having long grown impatient with waiting.

"Sun Kong, you're third. The flexibility and variability of your staff techniques might have a surprising effect."

"Understood!" Sun Kong nodded, his gaze sharp.

"Youyou, you go fourth."

Lu Youyou nodded seriously, putting away her usual playfulness.

"As for the fifth..." Fang Yan's gaze swept over the remaining team members, "we'll see if there's even a need for one later."

Facing a formidable enemy like Longhua Martial University, Fang Yan directly deployed Qin Yan, Leng Feng, and Lu Youyou — three absolute mainstays.

This lineup was enough to show the degree of importance Modu Martial University placed on this match and their determination to win!

"Arena Four, Modu Martial University versus Longhua Martial University, first match, contestants enter the arena!"

The referee's high-pitched voice echoed throughout the venue via the loudspeakers.

Instantly, the spectator stands erupted into the most enthusiastic cheers and discussions since the tournament began.

A large number of spectators began gathering around Arena Four.

"Wow! A heavyweight showdown right from the start! Modu Martial University versus Longhua Martial University!"

"This year's Modu Martial University team is very strong."

"Longhua Martial University is no pushover either. Their 'a type of ancient chinese saber' Tang Dao is famously ruthless!"

"Let's see who Modu Martial University sends out first... It's Qin Yan! That spear-wielding freshman!"

"Longhua Martial University is actually sending out Tang Dao! This is going to be a great match! A clash of titans!"

Various exclamations, discussions, and even betting sounds interwove, turning Arena Four into the focal point of the entire venue!

Qin Yan stood holding his spear, his gaze calm as he looked at his opponent across the way.

When he clearly saw the other's face and sensed that undisguised, formidable aura, he felt a slight surprise in his heart.

The person opposite was burly, with resolute features, holding a a type of ancient chinese saber in his hand — a weapon of ancient design, its blade edge gleaming with a cold light.

Merely standing there, he exuded a sharp, imposing aura!

Of course, that wasn't the key point.

The key point was, according to the pre-match information, this person was Longhua Martial University's second-ranked core contestant — Tang Dao!

His strength had already reached the peak of Bone Forging, with an estimated base Qi and Blood around 48 cards. Although slightly lower than Qin Yan's 49.6 cards, the gap was extremely minute. He was absolutely a formidable opponent not to be underestimated!

Longhua Martial University had actually deployed one of their aces in the very first match. Their tactical intent was clear — seize the opening victory and damage Modu Martial University's morale!

After confirming both sides were ready, the referee's arm swung down sharply: "The match begins!"

As soon as the words fell, Tang Dao, without a word, launched himself like a hunting leopard.

With a powerful forward leap, utilizing the momentum of his descent, the a type of ancient chinese saber in his hand sliced through the air, emitting a shrill whistle!

Around the blade, three condensed streams of silver blade energy instantly coiled and rotated.

Before the blade even arrived, the sharp, cutting aura that could sever everything was already rushing towards him!

"Severing Wave Triple Slash!"

Tang Dao made his move with no reservations, a full-power burst from the outset.

His intent was to rely on this long-accumulated strike, with the force of a thunderbolt,

to directly cut down Qin Yan, the renowned prodigy of Modu Martial University, from his mount in one fell swoop!

Facing this ferocious and peerless offensive, Qin Yan's eyes remained as calm as water, but deep within them, flames of excitement ignited!

He saw Qin Yan's wrist flick slightly, and the long spear in his hand emitted a clear, resonant hum.

At the spear tip, five incredibly solid streams of pale golden spear energy abruptly manifested!

That wasn't enough!

Outside those five streams of spear energy, five even more condensed streams, almost materializing into substance, of pale golden spear Gang (a more advanced form of energy) slowly coalesced and encircled!

Spear energy hissed, spear Gang faintly visible. An even more domineering, even more overwhelming and destructive aura spread from the spear tip!

If Tang Dao wanted to decide the outcome in one strike, was Qin Yan not harboring the same idea?

There were still four tough battles ahead. Finishing quickly, conserving stamina and Qi and Blood to the greatest extent, was his core strategy!

What he wanted wasn't merely victory, but a crushing, overwhelming victory!

In the flash of a spark, the spear tip entwined with five streams of spear energy and five streams of spear Gang collided head-on with the a type of ancient chinese saber converging three streams of silver blade energy!

"CLANG!!!"

A dull, thunderous explosion suddenly erupted!

Pale golden light and silver light violently clashed, consumed each other, and annihilated.