666: Chapter 666 Lu Xueqi and Biyao (45)

Deafening cheers swept through the entire Martial Arts Arena like a tsunami, as countless fervent, shocked, and incredulous gazes focused on that slightly thin figure.

Su Han was tossed into the high air time and again by the Disciples of Tianya Peak. With every fall, he could feel their heartfelt fervor and support. A trace of a helpless smile appeared on his pale face; the empty Star Power within him and the tearing sensation in his Meridians made him realize how severe the backlash from that 'Open Heaven' sword strike had been.

But he had won.

Under circumstances where no one favored him, he had used his Star Wheel Realm Peak cultivation to forcibly shatter the 'Rising Straight to the Green Clouds' of Ye Wuhen, the number one talent of the Qingyun Sect's younger generation, and with it, he shattered all the voices of doubt.

"Alright, put him down."

Elder Lin's voice came through, carrying a hint of irrepressible excitement and concern. Only then did the Disciples carefully set Su Han down, their eyes filled with worship as they looked at him.

Elder Lin walked quickly to Su Han's side and placed a large hand on his shoulder. Pure and gentle Star Power flowed into Su Han's body like hot spring water, nourishing his damaged Meridians.

"You brat, you were too reckless!" Elder Lin scolded, though his eyes were full of gratification and lingering fear. "That sword strike just now nearly drained your Origin Star Power. If not for your solid Foundation, your cultivation might have even regressed!"

Feeling the warm Star Power within him, Su Han felt a warmth in his heart and smiled. "Elder, isn't everything fine now? If I didn't give it my all, how would I know if I could win?"

"You..." Elder Lin shook his head, then said solemnly, "Don't speak yet. Circulate your Cultivation Technique with all your might. I will help you heal. Although you defeated Ye Wuhen, the Martial Competition isn't over yet. The Ranking Battle for the top ten is the true main event."

Su Han nodded and said no more. He closed his eyes and silently circulated the routes of the Tianya Sword Canon, guiding the Star Power infused by Elder Lin to repair his injuries.

On the other side, the Disciples of Qingyun Peak were also scrambling to help Ye Wuhen off the stage.

Ye Wuhen's condition was even worse than Su Han's. The clothes on his chest were completely shredded, revealing an Inner Armor that flickered with a faint light. Now, that Inner Armor was covered in cracks; it had clearly blocked a fatal blow for him at the last moment. Otherwise, Su Han's strike would have been enough to heavily injure or even slay him.

His face was deathly pale, blood constantly overflowing from the corners of his mouth. He looked at Su Han, who was healing nearby, with a complex gaze and said bitterly, "What a 'Tianya Open Heaven'... my defeat was not in vain."

"Eldest Senior Brother, are you alright?" the Qingyun Peak Disciples asked anxiously.

"It's fine, it's just Star Power backlash. A few days of rest will suffice." Ye Wuhen waved his hand, but his gaze never left Su Han. "I didn't expect that after being silent for a hundred years, Tianya Peak would produce such a Prodigy. To have such combat power at the Star Wheel Realm Peak... if he breaks through to the Star Palace Realm..."

He did not continue, but the surrounding Qingyun Peak Disciples understood his meaning, and their expressions became incredibly solemn.

Ye Wuhen was a genius rarely seen in a century within the Qingyun Sect. His Star Palace Realm Late Stage cultivation was enough to crush his peers. But today, he had lost—lost to a Junior Brother whose cultivation was an entire major Realm lower than his own.

This undoubtedly dropped a heavy bombshell within the Qingyun Sect.

Upon the high platform, the atmosphere was equally subtle.

Yun Qingzi stroked his beard and laughed heartily, the wrinkles on his face smoothing out as his eyes flashed with brilliance. "Good! What a Su Han! This boy not only has peerless Sword Dao talent, but his Heart-Nature is also incredibly resolute. That sword strike has already touched the threshold of the Space Law. Although it's only the surface, it is enough to be astounding!"

He looked at Ling Xiaotian beside him, whose face was livid, and smiled. "Junior Brother Ling, it seems the first place in this Martial Competition will fall to Tianya Peak. The younger generation is truly formidable."

Ling Xiaotian gave a cold snort, his fists clenched inside his sleeves, nails sinking deep into his palms. He had gone to great lengths to have Chiyang Peak surpass Tianya Peak, even going so far as to secretly support Ling Tian in suppressing Su Han, yet he never expected Su Han to grow to such a level.

"Sect Master, it is still too early to say that," Ling Xiaotian said coldly. "Although Su Han defeated Ye Wuhen, that sword strike was clearly his trump card and consumed a great deal. Now that he is heavily injured, it remains to be seen if he can recover for the upcoming Ranking Battle. Besides, among the top ten, Ye Wuhen is not the only expert."

"Oh?" Yun Qingzi looked at him with a half-smile. "It seems Junior Brother Ling has some criticisms of Su Han?"

Ling Xiaotian's heart tightened, and he quickly restrained his emotions, saying deeply, "Sect Master misunderstood. I am merely speaking purely on the facts. This boy Su Han is exceptionally gifted and is a blessing to our Qingyun Sect. It's just that the young showing too much of their edge is not necessarily a good thing; he still needs more tempering."

"Tempering is natural, but the rewards he deserves shall not be reduced by a single bit," Yun Qingzi said meaningfully. He then ignored Ling Xiaotian and turned his gaze back to the field, announcing loudly, "The Martial Competition will be suspended for one hour to give Su Han and Ye Wuhen time to heal. One hour from now, the Ranking Battle for the top ten will commence!"

As Yun Qingzi's voice fell, the entire Martial Arts Arena reached a fever pitch once again.

The Ranking Battle for the top ten!

This was the most exciting part of the Qingyun Sect's Martial Competition. The Disciples who could enter the top ten were all future pillars of the Sect. They would engage in even more intense combat for higher rankings and Sect rewards.

And Su Han, this dark horse who had suddenly emerged, had undoubtedly become the focus of everyone's attention.

"Do you think Su Han can continue to win?"

"It's hard to say. Although he beat Ye Wuhen, he's also heavily injured. How much can he recover in one hour?"

"And among the top ten, besides Ye Wuhen, there are several Senior Brothers and Senior Sisters at the Star Palace Realm Middle Stage whose strength cannot be underestimated."

"If he were in Peak condition, he might have a chance to fight for first place, but now..."

The crowd discussed animatedly. Although they were amazed by Su Han's strength, they were not optimistic about his upcoming performance. After all, the price of that sword strike was too high.

In the Tianya Peak area.

Mu Qingxue walked to Su Han's side, her beautiful eyes full of worry. She took out a Medicinal Pill the size of a longan that emitted a rich medicinal fragrance and handed it to Su Han. "Junior Brother Su, this is a 'Huitian Pill'. It has miraculous effects for healing; take it quickly."

Su Han opened his eyes and looked at the Medicinal Pill in Mu Qingxue's hand, slightly dazed. The Huitian Pill was a Tier 4 Medicinal Pill and was extremely precious; it was of great use even to Star Palace Realm experts. Mu Qingxue herself likely only had this one.

"Senior Sister, this is too precious. You should keep it for yourself," Su Han shook his head and refused.

"Take it when I tell you to take it." Mu Qingxue pressed the Medicinal Pill into Su Han's hand without allowing any argument, her tone carrying a hint of authority. "You represent Tianya Peak now; your victory or defeat is tied to the glory of Tianya Peak. Besides, if it weren't for saving me, you wouldn't have formed a grudge with Ling Tian, much less..."

As she reached the end, her voice became slightly low. (End of Chapter)