231: Chapter 231 Gathering of Prodigies!

Breaking through from the third grade late stage 'Boiling Blood Realm' to the 'Gang Blood Realm' at the Third-Rank Peak was a major hurdle.

It required further refining and transforming the boiling vital energy and blood, initially forming 'Blood Gang' with substantial defensive and offensive capabilities.

But this difficulty was not an issue for his Nine Revolutions Golden Body Spear, which had already reached the eighth revolution.

Once he broke through to the Third-Rank Peak, his vital energy and blood would see a significant increase, surging by 40 units.

At that time, his basic vital energy and blood would be close to 170 units, coupled with Layered Aura and his level four Spear Technique.

His comprehensive combat power would be enough to rank among the very top of the countless young geniuses gathered from the vast territories of the Eternal Song Star Realm.

The Hidden Dragon Assembly was by no means comparable to the Martial Arts Exchange Competitions he had participated in within China.

It was a true competition between prodigies across races and worlds, gathering the most outstanding young generation from almost all races of the Elf Clan in the Eternal Song Star Realm.

There were even a few geniuses from other worlds who had come upon hearing the news.

Its brutal competition, immense opportunities, and powerful opponents far exceeded China's internal matches.

Because of this, many martial arts universities on Blue Star were extremely cautious when selecting students, some even choosing to opt-out.

This was due to concerns over the unusually high casualty rate.

Qin Yan gripped the long spear in his hand; the cold sensation made the goal in his heart clearer and more resolute.

...

Meanwhile, deep within the Xiguang Palace, in Anya's sleeping quarters, the lights were brightly lit.

The female official, Jian Lu, stood with her hands down, reporting the details of today's Arena Tournament to Anya, who sat behind a desk flipping through scrolls, focusing especially on Qin Yan's performance.

"...Your Highness, this Qin Yan's strength is indeed extraordinary.

In today's three battles, he defeated his enemies with a single spear strike, demonstrating an instantaneous explosive power and a solid foundation that far exceeds ordinary third grade late stage experts.

According to my observations, his true combat power might... not be inferior to our Xiguang City's Heavenly Dust."

There was a hint of wonder in Jian Lu's tone that she hadn't fully noticed herself.

As Anya's confidante, she had seen countless geniuses, but a human youth with such fierce combat power as Qin Yan still left a deep impression on her.

Hearing this, Anya put down the scrolls, a faint smile appearing on her exquisite face, as if everything was under her control.

"Qin Yan's talent and potential are enough to rank among the top of China's younger generation.

It is only natural for him to have this level of combat power."

Her voice was ethereal and pleasant, carrying a detached air of insight into the world. "Back on Blue Star, he had already displayed a will and comprehension far exceeding those of the same level.

After more than two months of bitter cultivation and accumulation, such progress is not unexpected."

In fact, among this batch of Human Prodigies, Qin Yan was the one Anya focused on and favored the most.

Moreover, she knew in her heart that Qin Yan must have held back on the arena today.

Over two months ago, his Martial Arts Skill had already reached level four during the Exchange Competition.

With his talent and the bitter cultivation during this period, how could there be no progress at all?

That not yet fully revealed Spear Light attainment might be one of his true trump cards.

Anya nodded slightly, thought for a moment, and issued a new instruction: "Starting tomorrow, the prodigies from other territories will arrive one after another through the royal capital's Teleportation Array.

Jian Lu, personally arrange capable hands to handle the reception and guidance, and settle them in properly.

And convey my message: have them go to the Martial Arts Estate to spar and compete with the Human Prodigies and even other geniuses of our own Elf Clan."

She stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the layers of palaces in the royal capital and the towering mountain shadows looming in the distance. She continued, "This is both to let the newcomers familiarize themselves with the environment and integrate into the atmosphere, and a rare opportunity for observation.

I want to see the true quality of this generation of young people from the various territories under my command.

I want to see who is true gold and who might need to be refined again in the fires of the Ancient Yue."

"Yes, Your Highness! I understand and will arrange it immediately."

Jian Lu bowed deeply and took her leave.

Anya nodded, her gaze falling back onto the scrolls on the desk.

They might contain information about the Canglin Ancient Peak or the movements of other competitors.

The curtain of the Hidden Dragon Assembly was slowly rising, the chess pieces of various forces had already begun to be placed, and beneath the undercurrents, the true contest was about to begin.

And she needed to plan every step for herself and for these young people who followed her.

...

March 31st.

In the early morning, as the first light appeared, Xiguang City was shrouded in tranquility.

Qin Yan's figure appeared punctually at the Martial Arts Estate.

Compared to yesterday's sensation, today he appeared even more calm and restrained.

Around the arena, there were still many spectators.

Many people looked at him with obvious awe and curiosity, whispering about whether this human dark horse could continue his dominance today.

Qin Yan ignored these gazes and walked straight onto the arena.

Today's opponents were three carefully selected Elf Prodigies.

They were surrounded by sharp or dense auras, clearly each having their own specialties.

However, the course of the battle was not as intense or stalemated as the onlookers expected.

Qin Yan held his long spear, his figure like a pine tree, his Spear Technique like golden thunder and swift lightning.

All three matches were settled in the blink of an eye.

Clean and efficient, without any delay.

Under the somewhat complicated gaze of the Referee.

Qin Yan calmly accepted the winner's reward for the day—two drops of "grandmaster true blood" contained in a lustrous jade bottle.

In the morning light, the true blood shimmered with a magnificent yet restrained golden luster, as if containing boundless vitality and martial essence.

He tucked the jade bottle away properly and nodded slightly to his surroundings.

Then, under the silent gaze of the crowd of prodigies, he turned and left the Martial Arts Estate.

On the way back to his residence, he passed through a relatively quiet garden area of the royal palace.

Exotic flowers and rare grasses dotted the path, ancient trees reached for the sky, and the unique natural and spiritual aura of the Elf Clan flowed through the air.

Just as he was passing an open Spirit Spring Square, Qin Yan's footsteps paused slightly.

He saw Jian Lu, the cold and capable high-ranking female official of the Elf Clan.

Behind her, a group of young elves was lined up neatly.

These elves included both males and females, each with outstanding looks and bright eyes, their brows brimming with almost unconcealed confidence and vigor.

Their clothing styles varied, some being gorgeous and exquisite, others simple and neat, clearly not all of them were from the Royal City.

Jian Lu's voice was clear and penetrating as she gave brief instructions and assignments.

Then, with a wave of her hand, this group of young elves was divided into several small teams, led by different guides, dispersing orderly toward different directions within the royal palace.