Growing 10000 kilograms every day, I evolved into a mythical beast
Chapter 426 - 199: Titled Powerhouse (Request for Monthly Pass)_2

Chapter 426: Chapter 199: Titled Powerhouse (Request for Monthly Pass)_2

This punch landed squarely on the rocky surface with a loud boom, causing the towering rock, several dozen meters high, to explode instantly.

A powerful energy wave swept out, breaking many surrounding trees.

"Hmm?"

Xu Zhou’s eyes showed surprise: "This combat armor seems to convert some of my Qi-Blood power into kinetic energy, greatly enhancing both the strength and speed of my punches."

"Overall, my combat power has increased by about 30%."

What amazed him was that the armor’s method of converting Qi-Blood to kinetic energy was somewhat similar to the Four-legged Jade Tripod confiscated by his Avatar from Ye Xiao.

"It seems that the upper echelons of humanity are also researching similar energy conversions?"

Xu Zhou nodded to himself.

Then, he took a deep breath, looking at the new equipment on his body with bright eyes: "With these, I’ll have more confidence in the upcoming competition..."

...

The next day.

Xu Zhou was seated in his private flying vehicle, taking off from Guang Han Martial University, heading towards Tianzhou.

Inside the flying vehicle.

Xu Zhou sat on a floating seat, surrounded by transparent smart display screens that could switch to simulate a starry sky or an outside view.

The entire flying vehicle didn’t require his control. Once the destination was set, it was entirely piloted by intelligent systems.

Looking at the sci-fi filled instruments, Xu Zhou couldn’t help but marvel: "This flying vehicle is truly impressive."

Beside him, Liu Qingyuan smiled and said, "A private flying vehicle gifted by the Yan Country Federation officials, quality is guaranteed, of course."

Xu Zhou nodded. After breaking through to a middle grade, he got certified in the Yan Country Federation, and unexpectedly, the officials gifted him a private flying vehicle worth billions.

This could be considered a benefit from the Yan Country officials for breaking through to the middle grade.

"Ding dong!"

At this moment, Xu Zhou’s phone suddenly received a message.

He opened his phone and immediately said, "Teacher, the Federation has published the list of participants for this competition."

As he spoke, he waved his hand, projecting the phone’s contents into the air.

Liu Qingyuan also looked over.

"Indeed, besides you, all the participants are Fourth Rank pinnacle Martial Artists." Liu Qingyuan smiled and shook his head.

Xu Zhou nodded.

He already understood that the most important thing in such a tournament was to compete for the title of elite.

Becoming a Yan Country Elite would elevate one’s status and position significantly.

Even some sidelined members of top-notch great families could become core members due to this.

To put it bluntly, it’s like getting a golden identity.

After all, Yan Country Elite is a status guaranteed by the Yan Country officials, backed by the Federation officials, and even those top-notch great families dare not neglect it.

Therefore, competitions of such a level naturally involve Fourth Rank pinnacle strong people.

As for those who haven’t reached Fourth Rank pinnacle, they lack the strength to compete and naturally wouldn’t participate.

But Xu Zhou is different; his primary purpose for joining this tournament is to settle his personal vendetta with Liu Haifeng, while the elite title is secondary.

Of course, if he could also snatch the elite title along the way, it would be great.

"Hmm?"

Just then, Xu Zhou suddenly noticed a puzzling point: "These participants seem to be quite old, with almost no young prodigies."

Liu Qingyuan nodded, "This national elite competition is essentially a golden identity contest. These young prodigies are already core members of various great families, so the elite title is dispensable to them."

"But for these people, it’s different. Becoming a Yan Country Elite would significantly change their status and position."

Xu Zhou nodded slightly.

Indeed.

The status of a Yan Country Elite, while prestigious, is equivalent to that of core members of those super families.

For the young prodigies who already have such status, there’s no need to fight for it.

"However, don’t underestimate these people."

Liu Qingyuan cautioned, "Although they come from ordinary backgrounds, reaching this level means they are seasoned veterans of the Jianghu, and in some ways, their methods are more ruthless than the young prodigies, capable of striking fatally in a single blow."

"Take Liu Haifeng for example; he’s been at the Fourth Rank pinnacle for more than ten years. If I guessed correctly, he might be close to developing Divine Skills or may already possess some!"

Xu Zhou nodded and said, "I’ll be careful."

His eyes flashed with a sharp gleam.

Divine Skills, huh?

Sorry, he’s also managed to develop a few!

The only thing requiring his attention now is the gap between the early and the pinnacle stages of the Fourth Rank.

Just like the gap between the early and pinnacle stages of the Third Grade is insurmountable.

Now that he’s reached the Fourth Rank, this gap will only be greater.

Xu Zhou is also eager to see whether he can surpass these veteran Fourth Rank pinnacle strong individuals!

...

Tianzhou.

As the largest state among the Twelve States of Yan Country, Tianzhou is extremely prosperous and dazzling.

Even in the darkest night, Tianzhou is as bright as day and is famously known as the "City that Never Sleeps."

At the same time, it’s also the place with the most middle-grade martial artists in Yan Country.

And the National Elite Exchange Competition is taking place in Sky Corner City, Tianzhou.

In a massive arena.

By 8 AM, it was already packed to capacity.

"Have you heard? Elder Cang Lan with the Sky Shattering Fist will be coming to this competition!"

"Elder Cang Lan is coming out of retirement? Then the first place will likely be his!"

"Not only that, I also heard that the Thunder Abyss Swordsman will come as well!"

"Thunder Abyss Swordsman? The one known for his thunder Divine Skills who defeated a fifth-grade expert as a Fourth Rank? He’s coming too?"

"I wonder who’s stronger, Elder Cang Lan or the Thunder Abyss Swordsman?"

"This competition is going to be exciting!"

In the audience, many people were buzzing with discussions.

At one corner of the arena, Xu Zhou, who had just entered, was slightly taken aback by what he heard.

"Sky Shattering Fist? Thunder Abyss Swordsman?" Xu Zhou showed a peculiar expression.

These Fourth Rank strong individuals have quite impressive titles.

Liu Qingyuan said, "These are titles conferred by the officials for them."

"Conferred by the officials?" Xu Zhou was slightly surprised.

Liu Qingyuan explained, "You can also apply to the Federation for one just like that; as long as your strength reaches the Fourth Rank pinnacle and above, you can apply for your exclusive title."

He added with a smile, "After all, those above the Fourth Rank pinnacle are considered the backbone of Yan Country."

Xu Zhou nodded slightly, though he wasn’t in a hurry to claim a title, feeling it was too early.

However, he could start thinking about it in advance.

"A title... What should I choose?"

While Xu Zhou was pondering, suddenly, his expression shifted as he glanced toward the entrance of the arena.

At that moment, a middle-aged man in a black robe entered the arena.

"It’s him?"

Xu Zhou’s eyes narrowed sharply; the man was Liu Haifeng!

Although Liu Haifeng was a sidelined relative of the Liu Family, with Xu Zhou’s current status and position, finding a picture of him was no trouble at all.

And just when Xu Zhou looked toward Liu Haifeng.

Liu Haifeng seemed to notice and looked back.

"That scoundrel, he came too? Could it be..."

Liu Haifeng was shocked, but then a hint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes.

When he came, he didn’t pay much attention to the participant list, as he was already familiar with most of his opponents before the competition.

He never expected Xu Zhou to appear in this competition.

He’s unsure if Xu Zhou is here to participate or just to watch.

If Xu Zhou is indeed participating, that would be ideal!

He could conveniently deal with him during the competition!

Liu Haifeng cast a furious glance at Xu Zhou. With his enemy right before his eyes, he could only suppress the intense killing intent within him.

Then, he proceeded to his seat and waited.

...

Beside Xu Zhou, Liu Qingyuan said, "It seems that guy has some thoughts about you too."

Xu Zhou nodded slightly, his eyes calm and composed, silently waiting for the competition to start.

In the arena, a constant stream of people poured in.

As the participants entered one by one, notable figures like Elder Cang Lan with the Sky Shattering Fist and Thunder Abyss Swordsman also arrived, and the atmosphere in the arena became increasingly intense.

Of course, apart from Xu Zhou, the participants were primarily seasoned Jianghu martial artists over 40 years old.

They lacked the sharpness of young prodigies, but each carried a deep, intimidating presence, some even exuding overwhelming aura, clearly having honed themselves at the Fourth Rank pinnacle for many years, hoping to make a stunning debut in this competition.

The time came to nine o’clock sharp.

The host took the stage to announce the start of the competition!