143: Ye Kong returns and re-enters the battlefield of all races

Ye Kong descended from the sky like a Thunder God wielding divine punishment, bringing with him the force of a thousand tons of Thunder Power.

With the Nine Stars Linked Blades in hand, he unleashed the Reincarnation Firmament Blade Art, striking towards Ma Qian.

Zhang Wuji and the other Elders and mentors watched Ye Kong in astonishment.

After a brief hesitation, Ma Qian had no escape and could only brace himself to receive the blow.

Ma Qian's True Qi met Ye Kong's Nine Stars Linked Blades, immediately erupting in a powerful electric light that changed the very color of the sky.

In the sky, thunder rumbled continuously, sending down countless bolts of lightning, as if aiding Ye Kong, making hearts tremble.

Ma Qian barely withstood the first clash of close-quarters combat; next was a battle of endurance.

Ye Kong's Thunder Power showed no signs of weakening; instead, thunder continuously generated on the blade, frantically devouring Ma Qian's True Qi.

Ma Qian realized with terror that although he was a Martial Saint, even a Martial Saint's power could not suppress Ye Kong.

“This is impossible, Ye Kong, you are clearly a Martial Emperor! I am the King!” Ye Kong said indifferently and disdainfully, “You are too weak.”

Ye Kong's gaze was as if he were looking at some flying insect or walking beast; he didn't regard Ma Qian as a Martial Saint powerhouse at all.

As a powerhouse of the Martial Saint Realm, Ma Qian had always lived a pampered life in the Great Qing Kingdom; when had he ever suffered such humiliation?

In an instant, Ma Qian unleashed all of his True Qi.

“Ye Kong, there’s no way you can block this strike! My full-power strike!” All of Ma Qian’s True Qi converged on his fists, golden light shone, and a thousand layers of whirlwind appeared out of thin air, his Martial Saint body charging straight at Ye Kong.

Ma Qian spread his fists, using his ultimate technique, seemingly intending to smash Ye Kong's entire being through his celestial spirit and tear his body apart!

Facing the Martial Saint's fatal blow, Ye Kong remained composed, his heart undisturbed.

“You are still far from the Foreign Race Revered Ones I faced in the past!”

Destructive thunder once again gathered on the Nine Stars Linked Blades!

Star-Absorbing Great Art!

The Martial Saint's punch landed on Ye Kong, but Ye Kong seemed unaffected.

Ma Qian immediately retracted his fist, intending to strike again, but only an afterimage of Ye Kong remained in front of him.

What!

When Ma Qian turned around, Ye Kong had already, in a flash, plunged the tip of his blade, crackling with immense electric light, into Ma Qian's abdomen.

Instantly, the world changed color, and a terrifying bolt of thunder pierced through Ma Qian's body.

“Cough, cough…” Ma Qian spat out a large mouthful of blood, and his entire body fell from the sky, creating a large crater on the ground.

Looking at Ye Kong again, he stood proudly in mid-air, showing no trace of fatigue.

The two sides had only fought two rounds, and Ma Qian, a Martial Saint, was struck down by Ye Kong!

Ma Qian, clutching his bleeding lower abdomen, had completely lost his combat ability.

The previous True Qi burst was already Ma Qian's full power, yet such a killing move could not harm Ye Kong in the slightest.

In the face of the Martial Saint's terrifying power, Ye Kong's Martial Emperor Cultivation had completely suppressed him.

Ma Qian's heart was filled with immense fear.

Ye Kong, is he still human?

Lin Yaer saw it clearly; back in Wuji City, Ye Kong had already, with his Martial Emperor strength, killed several Foreign Race Martial Saints. The current Ma Qian was truly insignificant before Ye Kong.

“Ye Kong, this is Ye Kong!”

“Defeating a higher Realm! Ye Kong is indeed as powerful as the rumors say!”

Many outer court Disciples who had never seen Ye Kong cheered excitedly. Ma Qian, a Martial Saint, had caused trouble at Great Sage Academy, only to be utterly defeated by Ye Kong, a Martial Emperor.

This rare sight thrilled the Disciples.

“I originally thought the inner court members were Geniuses, but after seeing Ye Kong today, I know what true innate talent is!”

Ye Kong slowly descended from the air, stood over the pit, and looked down at Ma Qian, saying disdainfully, “You are even weaker than Ma Shanming. How dare you come looking for trouble?”

Upon hearing this, Ma Qian was shocked; Ma Shanming had also been defeated?

That was one of the strongest Martial Saints in the Great Qing Kingdom!

Ma Qian's fearful expression gradually turned into frustration and regret.

If he had known earlier that even Ma Shanming was no match for Ye Kong, how would he have dared to come to Great Sage Academy to cause trouble for Ye Kong?

“Ye Kong, don’t kill me! I am a powerhouse of the Great Qing Kingdom. Let me go, and I will repay you generously in the future!”

Ma Qian was already consumed by fear; at this moment, he only wanted to survive.

Ye Kong gave a cold laugh, saying nothing.

This scene, in Ma Qian's eyes, made him feel as if Death was smiling at him.

A deep sense of despair caused Ma Qian to faint on the spot.

Zhang Wuji rushed over at this moment, glanced at the severely injured Ma Qian in the pit, and said to Ye Kong, “Ye Kong, since he is already severely injured, don’t kill him.”

“The Academy’s Disciples also only have external injuries; they will recover after a period of recuperation. It’s better not to invite unnecessary trouble.”

Ye Kong truly wanted to eliminate this injurious Martial Saint Ma Qian, but then he thought, he himself wasn't afraid, but if people from the Great Qing Kingdom targeted the Academy's Disciples and retaliated against them, that would be troublesome.

Ye Kong nodded, “I’ll listen to mentor.”

Zhang Wuji smiled and said to Ye Kong, “Good, Ye Kong, you have rendered another great service. Go find Dean Dai and the others; I’ll handle things here.”

Lin Yaer knew Ye Kong had important matters, so she also said, “Kong Ge, you should go quickly. I’ll stay here with Mentor Zhang to help with the aftermath.”

“With my Jinan City connections, we can send Ma Qian back to the Great Qing Kingdom later.” Ye Kong gave Lin Yaer an affirming look, then said, “Then without further ado, I shall depart.”

Ye Kong defeated Ma Qian and quickly rushed to the depths of the Academy.

Along the way, many Disciples of the Academy recognized Ye Kong and waved at him in pleasant surprise.

“Look quickly, it’s Big Shot Ye Kong! Big Shot Ye Kong is back!”

“Big Shot Ye Kong! Long time no see!”

“Hero who resisted the Foreign Race!”

Many girls even screamed excitedly.

“Kong Ge, look at me!”

However, Ye Kong put all of this behind him; at this moment, he had to rush to Dean Dai's side immediately and had no time for other concerns.

When Ye Kong arrived at the important area in the depths of the Academy, many Elders and Hall Masters had already gathered there.

They all had serious expressions, discussing something.

Upon seeing Ye Kong, they all showed surprised looks, not expecting Ye Kong to return so quickly.

“Hall Masters, Elders, Ye Kong apologizes for his tardiness.” Ye Kong quickly walked over and bowed to everyone.

Li Yutang, the Hall Master of Hundred Battles Hall, was overjoyed to see Ye Kong and immediately stood up to greet him.

“Ye Kong, you’re finally back. Did you deal with the troublemaker at the entrance?”

Li Yutang had no doubt about Ye Kong's strength; what was a Martial Saint causing trouble at the entrance?

He was just confirming.

Ye Kong nodded and said, “I didn’t kill him; he has now lost his combat ability.”

All the Elders were very satisfied with Ye Kong's performance; Ye Kong hadn't acted impulsively, which was reassuring.

“Good! Ye Kong, hurry, the world has changed. Dean Dai has something to tell you.” Vice Dean Dai Ruifan stood up, gave Ye Kong an approving look, and then led Ye Kong to a secret room for discussion.

“Ye Kong, come with me.”

Dai Ruifan led Ye Kong to a secret room, where only Ye Kong and Dean Dai were present.

Dai Ruifan personally cast a Spell, isolating them from the outside world.

Ye Kong saw Dean Dai being so cautious, indicating something important.

Seeing that the Dean was not present, he asked, “Is Dean Dai not here?”

Dai Ruifan gestured to Ye Kong to sit.

The two sat down, and Dai Ruifan said solemnly, “This sudden change is of great importance. Dean Dai personally went out to investigate and asked me to inform you of the details.”

Ye Kong nodded, listening carefully.

Dai Ruifan then said, “Ye Kong, this Jiuzhou Tournament has been canceled. I heard that a Foreign Race Genius has already displayed the strength of a Revered One Realm, injuring seven experts from the Dragon Kingdom.”

“At this level, there’s nothing left to compare; the Jiuzhou Tournament has lost its meaning.”

“However, although this Jiuzhou Tournament has been canceled, a stronger Grand Competition is about to begin.”

“At that time, powerhouses from all Ten Thousand Races will enter, with heroes aplenty!”

“Especially the Foreign Race; they have many experts from their Royal, Imperial, and Emperor families, who have already defeated many Human Race experts.”

“Moreover, looking at the young generation of powerhouses, they already show signs of surpassing our Human Race. If this continues, the morale of our Human Race will become dispirited.”

“Therefore, this time we hope you can defeat them. Of course, Great Sage Academy's resources will definitely be fully supplied to you!”

Ye Kong's heart stirred; full supply of resources?

If resources were abundant, with his billion-fold enhancement system, infinitely enhancing himself, what was there to fear from a Revered One?

It's just that the demand for subsequent enhancement resources is truly too great; Great Sage Academy alone would probably be drained dry.

But since Great Sage Academy is willing to fully supply him, it means that this time's enemies are probably incredibly powerful.

Ye Kong's expression was solemn, realizing the seriousness of the matter.

Dai Ruifan continued, “Ye Kong, there’s one more thing, listen carefully.”

“If you can defeat these experts and win first place, you will have the opportunity to comprehend Godly Laws! This will greatly help you step into the Realm of Gods!”

Ye Kong was shocked; this news filled him with immense joy!

If one day he could achieve Godhood, then no one in the world would dare to point fingers at him again.

In this world where the strong are respected, only by becoming a God can one become the pinnacle admired by all.

Liting, wait for me!

Ye Kong quickly said, “This battle is crucial, but I haven't yet achieved a Breakthrough to the Martial Saint Realm. Does Dean Dai have any brilliant ideas?”

Dai Ruifan nodded and said, “Currently, the Ten Thousand Race Battlefield offers high merits; you can enter the First Battlefield.”

“That place has very strong Killing Intent, which can affect others' Cultivation and cause Qi Deviation.”

“But Ye Kong, you have the title of Asura, which will instead be beneficial to you. You can go there to condense array patterns!”

The so-called Martial Saint needs to condense array patterns within their body, no longer just relying on external objects, but directly forming energy through their own being!

Therefore, a Martial Saint's True Qi is vast as the sea, inexhaustible.

Upon hearing this, Ye Kong immediately understood, “So, the place of Killing Intent is actually where I can gain benefits!”

“Without further ado, Dean Dai, I request to depart immediately and head to the First Battlefield to Cultivate and achieve a Breakthrough to the Martial Saint Realm!”

“As for the Grand Competition of the world where Ten Thousand Race powerhouses enter, I will also take first place and achieve Godhood!”