Growing 10000 kilograms every day, I evolved into a mythical beast
Chapter 427 - 200: Achieving Fame through a Single Battle

Chapter 427: Chapter 200: Achieving Fame through a Single Battle

In the arena, five platforms were set up.

This tournament had as many as five hundred contestants, divided perfectly into five groups. Each group would determine the top 25, and through the knockout and bye rounds, the group champions for each platform would be decided.

The final group champions from the five platforms would then face off to determine the grand champion.

In the center of the arena, a tall tower stood, and the host, standing atop it, gave a brief opening remark and went straight to the point.

"I announce, the start of this National Elite Exchange Competition!"

As soon as the words fell, an elderly figure stepped out from the shadow of the tower, accompanied by a powerful aura sweeping across the venue.

It was an old man in a black satin robe, with white hair and beard, and a cold face.

The moment he appeared, his imposing presence seemed to solidify the surrounding space, making him appear like a walking volcano that could unleash earth-shattering energy at any moment.

"Eighth Rank Expert, Chen Jiuhe!"

The crowd was not surprised; at this level of competition, having an Eighth Rank Expert oversee things was quite normal.

The black-robed elder Chen Jiuhe stood atop the tower, his voice calmly said: "In this competition, blades and spears have no eyes. You all are the mainstays of Yan Country. If you encounter a strong opponent and know you are no match, you should surrender in time, to avoid losing your life."

The implication was that if they didn’t surrender, he wouldn’t have a reason to step in to save them.

Everyone nodded.

Xu Zhou thoughtfully glanced in the direction of Liu Haifeng. If that guy were to surrender, he wouldn’t be able to kill him in front of the Eighth Rank Experts.

After all, no matter how fast he was, he couldn’t be faster than the Eighth Rank.

As he pondered, the competition began.

...

The first round of the competition started, and Xu Zhou was assigned to the first platform.

Coincidentally, Liu Haifeng was also assigned to the first platform.

However, Xu Zhou’s opponent in the first round was not Liu Haifeng.

It was an elderly man in a white robe named Li Qinghe.

The moment Xu Zhou stepped onto the platform, it immediately caused an uproar among the audience.

"Is that really Xu Zhou? He’s joining this kind of competition too?"

"Xu Zhou? Who is he?"

"You don’t know? A few days ago, he made significant achievements on the Guang Han Battlefield, killing thousands of Earth Star Martial Artists!"

"Whoa, that’s amazing!"

A lot of people recognized Xu Zhou, and his achievements spread quickly, catching the attention of the entire arena.

Even the other contestants were quite surprised.

"Rare indeed, he’s actually a young prodigy!"

In the crowd, Liu Haifeng snorted coldly: "A young man dares to participate in this kind of competition, isn’t it bullying the elderly?"

"I doubt it. He’s only at the early Fourth Rank stage." someone said. "Most here are at the peak of the Fourth Rank. Xu Zhou might not be able to defeat these old folks."

Liu Haifeng nodded, and his gaze grew even more chilling.

...

On the platform, Li Qinghe in his white robe heard these discussions, his expression unmoved.

Now over eighty years old, having lived to this age, he naturally wouldn’t be swayed by some rumors.

No matter how Xu Zhou might have impressive achievements on the Guang Han, so what?

In his eyes, he was just a young man with a bit more talent.

"Young man, make your move." Li Qinghe stared at Xu Zhou and said: "Let me see if you’re as monstrous as the news says, or... just a man of empty reputation!"

Swoosh!

No sooner had the words left his mouth than his body turned into a blur, wielding a short axe, charging at Xu Zhou!

With the momentum of a peak Fourth Rank, he fully unleashed his aura, sweeping across the scene!

In an instant, an axe light fell towards Xu Zhou’s head, carrying an incredible pressure!

Xu Zhou shook his head slightly and said with a smile: "Not following Martial Arts etiquette, were you going to let me make the first move...?"

The next moment, his figure suddenly disappeared from the spot.

A kick was launched!

"Bang!"

Xu Zhou kicked away the short axe above him, and a bright blade light burst from behind, sweeping towards Li Qinghe.

A terrifying blade light swept out, instantly stirring a sea of fire, with unstoppable momentum, sweeping forward.

This sea of fire wasn’t real flames, but a phenomenon caused by the overwhelming Qi-Blood.

Plus, with the "Dragon Flame Saber" Xu Zhou used, imbued with the power of the Divine Weapon, it crashed down violently.

Li Qinghe’s expression changed slightly, hurriedly lifting his axe to block.

But the next moment...

With a thunderous boom, Li Qinghe was sent flying off the platform.

On the stage, Xu Zhou clasped his fists towards Li Qinghe: "Thank you for letting me win."

...

"It’s a Divine Weapon?!"

"So strong, defeated Li Qinghe in just one move!"

"No wonder he’s a young prodigy, barely in his teens, and already owning such a powerful weapon as a Divine Weapon..."

"Li Qinghe was too careless. He probably didn’t expect the kid to have a Divine Weapon. He couldn’t even use his moves and was knocked off the stage, how embarrassing."

The crowd was abuzz with shock, some even envyingly questioning.

A Divine Weapon, something even some High Grade Martial Artists might not possess!

Having a Divine Weapon, defeating Li Qinghe isn’t all that surprising.

Xu Zhou slowly walked off the stage, also wearing a slight smile.

He didn’t expect to win the first match so easily.

Mostly because Li Qinghe charged at him without a word, without using any techniques, seemingly trying to test Xu Zhou’s depth.

But after putting on the A100 type combat boots and breaking through the eighth step of the Heavenly Nine Steps, Xu Zhou’s speed reached unimaginable levels.

In his eyes, Li Qinghe’s proactive charge seemed like voluntarily exposing his weaknesses.