26: Lin Yuan's move shocked the whole crowd

On the arena.

“Kid, I saw you in the beast-fighting arena. You seemed to have some skills. If you hadn't met me, perhaps you would have had a chance to contend for a ranking.”

The burly man spoke first.

Lin Yuan chuckled, “So, you’re saying I have no chance if I meet you?”

“Of course. You’re not my opponent. Surrender now, no need to waste our time.”

“I’ll say the same to you.”

“You brat… then don’t blame my fists and feet for being merciless!”

Shi Ya roared, activating his Savage Stone Strength, and charged forward.

Lin Yuan raised his fist and met his opponent.

“Bang!”

Their fists collided, and both took a few steps back.

A look of surprise flashed in Shi Ya’s eyes, “You actually possess such formidable strength?”

He had to admit that he had underestimated the other party.

Lin Yuan steadied himself and said calmly, “Your strength isn’t bad either.”

If he hadn't guessed wrong, the other party was likely a Body Cultivator specializing in the Physical Body, with a body as hard as rock.

After colliding just now, his fist was still sore and numb.

“Hehe, interesting, again!”

Shi Ya charged again, his figure like a mountain assaulting him.

Lin Yuan was unafraid, countering with a backhand.

“Bang bang bang!”

Repeated collisions of fists and feet astonished Shi Ya even more.

The other party was clearly just an ordinary Origin Qi Cultivator, yet he could contend with him, a Body Cultivator, in close combat?

Moreover, he possessed an Opening Meridian Ninth Level cultivation, six minor Realms higher than the other party.

With such a huge gap, for the other party to be able to withstand his attacks for so long was already beyond his comprehension.

In fact, Lin Yuan could not only contend but also still had energy to spare.

Shi Ya’s Physical Body was indeed powerful, but his Nine Yang Divine Meridian was not to be trifled with!

Relying on an endless supply of abundant Yang Qi, coupled with the profoundness of Tongbei Fist, he could be considered unrivaled in the Opening Meridian Realm.

Below the stage, the Disciples were dumbfounded.

No way?

That seemingly frail young man in plain clothes could actually block Shi Ya’s repeated attacks?

And he was calm and at ease!

This was too outrageous!

In the spectator stands, the Elders were also extremely surprised.

They had initially thought Shi Ya would quickly win the battle.

But the scene before them was completely contrary to their expectations.

“He can actually withstand Shi Ya’s full-force attacks. Who is that young man? Why have I never heard of him in the Outer Sect?”

“I see his cultivation is only Opening Meridian Third Level, yet he can fight an Opening Meridian Ninth Level Cultivator to a standstill. This is quite difficult.”

“More than just difficult? It’s practically as hard as ascending to the heavens.”

“Fighting across Realms without falling behind, this child must be a Genius!”

“Whose Disciple is he?”

“I know him. His name is Lin Yuan, and he is Qin Ren’s Disciple.”

“Qin Ren?”

Everyone’s expressions showed slight surprise.

In their impression, Qin Ren was a good-natured person with average cultivation talent, yet he could teach such an outstanding Disciple?

This was truly finding a treasure.

“No, isn’t Elder Qin already deceased? So, is this Disciple being taught by Mrs. Qin now?”

Immediately, everyone’s gaze fell upon Gu Shuqin.

Facing everyone’s gaze, Mei Fu nodded, “Yes, he is my and my husband’s Disciple.”

Geng Xiu stroked his beard and asked, “Mrs. Qin, no, it should be Elder Gu, do you know the background of this Disciple? Why is he able to unleash such powerful combat strength?”

Gu Shuqin frowned, “I’m not very clear about his situation either. Perhaps there’s something special about him.”

At this moment, she only felt helpless.

Judging by Lin Yuan’s current performance, he would definitely be investigated by the Sect after the Grand Competition, and then the secret of his Meridians would surely be exposed.

Afterward, Lin Yuan might be at risk of assassination.

“Although exposing his talent might bring danger, he can also gain the Sect’s Pay attention to. For Yuan’er’s growth, the benefits still outweigh the drawbacks.”

Gu Shuqin comforted herself internally.

Beside her, Liu Mo was also attracted by Lin Yuan’s battle, turning his gaze to watch the scene on the arena, and said with his hands behind his back and a smile, “Interesting, this kid is really interesting. After this Grand Competition ends, I will personally go and check on his situation.”

Upon hearing this, everyone couldn’t help but feel envious.

If he could be favored by this Inner Sect Elder, Lin Yuan’s future would be smooth sailing.

Among the Elders present, only Song Mian’s expression was displeased.

Lin Yuan’s performance had greatly exceeded his expectations.

That Opportunity could actually elevate one’s strength to such a degree; he should have acted sooner if he had known!

No matter how much he regretted it, there was nothing he could do now.

If the other party was truly valued by the Sect’s higher-ups, it would undoubtedly be much harder for him to seize the Opportunity.

He could only pray now that Lin Yuan would not be favored by the Sect, so he would still have a chance to succeed.

Inside the arena.

After a long entanglement, Shi Ya finally lost his patience and roared, “Kid, you better take this last punch of mine!”

He had originally intended to exhaust the other party with stamina, but he hadn’t expected Lin Yuan to be even more persistent than him. If this continued, he would be the one to be exhausted.

“Mountain Splitting Fist!”

Shi Ya gathered all his strength in his hand and threw a punch forward!

“Finally can’t stand it anymore?”

A hint of a smile flashed in Lin Yuan’s eyes. The other party actually wanted to compete in stamina with him, who possessed a Divine Vein; that was definitely like hitting a rock with an egg, overestimating himself.

It was good to decide the victor with one move; he didn't want to drag it out either.

“Tongbei Fist!”

He activated the power of his Divine Vein and threw a punch. Only two “bang bang” sounds were heard as it struck the opponent’s fist.

“Bang!”

When the two fists collided, Shi Ya had no pause whatsoever and was directly sent flying by one punch, landing at the edge of the arena.

Instantly, the entire audience was in an uproar!

He lost!

Shi Ya actually lost!

This was simply unbelievable!

Lin Yuan secured the victory, calmly cupped his hands and said, “Thank you for the concession.”

Shi Ya painfully climbed up from the ground, a bitter smile on his face, “Sorry, Junior Brother, I misjudged you just now. You not only have the strength to enter the top ten, but also have a chance to win the championship. I wish you good luck.”

“Thank you for your auspicious words, Senior Brother.”

The two of them walked off the arena, the students still in shock. It wasn’t until the referee announced the result of the battle that they slowly came to their senses, exclaiming one after another.

“Did I see that right? Senior Brother Shi, who is at Opening Meridian Ninth Level, actually lost?”

“He’s already off the stage, and you’re just realizing it now?”

“No! This is impossible! How could Senior Brother Shi lose? That kid must have cheated!”

A Disciple wanted to stand up for Shi Ya, but was rebuffed by the referee.

What a joke. In this Grand Competition, all the Outer Sect higher-ups were watching. If Lin Yuan had cheated, he would have been discovered long ago. How could it be your turn, a mere Disciple, to report it?