Shocking World War Emperor
Chapter 277: First Defeat

Chapter 277: Chapter 277: First Defeat

"Wow wow wow, the True Martial Academy has dispatched another newcomer who has never fought before!"

"Could it be another genius who can take on five opponents alone?"

"Again at the Primordial Pill Realm first level? The geniuses of the True Martial Academy really defy all logic! Though their Cultivation levels may be low, their strength is not to be underestimated!"

"I’m so looking forward to it!"

"Heh, don’t even dream! The Taiwu Academy is not something that trashy academies like Netherworld and Mighty Martial can compare to!"

...

The observing Cultivators were nearly boiling with excitement.

Every time someone from the True Martial Academy enters a battle, they dazzle the onlookers.

Whether it was Ye Zhenzhen with her Cloud Mist Spirit Body, or Ling Wu with her Power of Fusion of ice and fire, they were all so stunning.

Even Ling Chen, who had a slight disadvantage, had displayed a Medium Grade Heavenly Spirit Technique that shook the crowd!

This time, the True Martial Academy had sent out another newcomer, naturally raising great anticipation!

Above the Xing Luo River.

Qin Wan Er and Zhang Yun stood opposite each other.

This Zhang Yun was the same youth who had a conflict with Ling Chen at the previous gathering.

His finger cut off by Ling Chen, his ring and Spiritual Weapon snatched away.

Thus, he harbored hatred in his heart for Ling Chen.

And by association, bore resentment towards anyone from the True Martial Academy.

"Begin!"

Xiao Yun’s voice rang out clear and loud.

"Boom!"

As the sound died away, Zhang Yun’s body shook, and purple Spiritual Power immediately swept out.

He possessed the Thunder Spirit Body, and his Cultivation level was at the early stages of the Primordial Pill Realm second level.

The explosion of Spiritual Power was comparable to that of the late stages of the Primordial Pill Realm third level!

Qin Wan Er, however, was just at the early stages of the Primordial Pill Realm first level, her Spiritual Power was only comparable to the late stages of the Primordial Pill Realm second level, one whole level lower than Zhang Yun.

"People of True Martial, meet your death!"

Zhang Yun’s eyes turned cold, and he swiftly channelled the purple Spiritual Power into the inferior grade Spiritual Weapon Longsword that appeared in his hand.

His ring and Spiritual Weapon, had been taken by Ling Chen.

The sword was borrowed from Jiang Wusheng.

"Eight Desolate Slash!"

As his icy voice fell, a stream of purple Sword Qi was unleashed, slicing towards Qin Wan Er like lightning.

He didn’t even bother with any probing attacks, his very first move was an inferior grade Heavenly Spirit Technique!

With the backing of Spiritual Power comparable to the Primordial Pill Realm third level, its power was terrifying!

At that moment, all eyes were gathered on Qin Wan Er, filled with anticipation.

With the previous performance of the True Martial Academy, they did not believe that Qin Wan Er couldn’t even receive this one attack.

"Immortal Steps Ghost Shadow!"

Qin Wan Er uttered a low shout in her heart, directly executing an inferior grade Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique!

Because her Spiritual Power was that of the Wind, adept in speed, she managed to just barely dodge the attack.

"As expected of a genius from the True Martial Academy, indeed, even at the Primordial Pill Realm first level, one has mastered an inferior grade Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique!"

The observing Cultivators couldn’t help but exclaim in admiration.

Seeing Zhang Yun attack so mercilessly right from the start, a worried look flashed through Ling Chen’s eyes.

The thing he was worried about had happened.

Clearly, Zhang Yun was venting his hatred for Ling Chen on Qin Wan Er.

"Master Zhao, your student is quite ruthless!"

Mo Han said to Taiwu Academy’s Palace Master Zhao Tianwu in a cold voice.

Zhang Yun’s Cultivation was clearly higher than Qin Wan Er’s, yet he showed no mercy, apparently intent on killing a student from the True Martial Academy.

Fortunately, under Ling Chen’s guidance, Qin Wan Er had managed to master the inferior grade Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique, and thus narrowly escaped this disaster.

However, Zhao Tianwu seemed indifferent as he responded: "Master Mo, in a clash between experts, victory hinges on fine margins, one naturally has to give it their all. Besides, it seems the rules don’t forbid such actions, do they?"

Zhang Yun’s actions also had his tacit approval.

Ling Chen cutting off one of Zhang Yun’s fingers was also seen as a provocation against his Taiwu Academy!

He is the Master of a Palace, and it is not convenient for him to meddle in the disputes of the younger generation.

Just as well, this session’s Eight Palaces Tournament modified the rules, which is why he suggested that the students from his palace could act without any reservations.

"Master Zhao, do you really intend to turn the Eight Palaces Tournament into a battlefield of carnage?"

Mo Han said coldly.

In previous matches, the students had shown some restraint.

But if this trend is set now, I’m afraid the upcoming battles will be incredibly brutal, with truly talented individuals falling.

Master Zhao Tianwu said indifferently, "Master Mo is overreacting. The students of my Taiwu Academy have all experienced the trials of war and have long been accustomed to showing no mercy in their strikes. If they hadn’t, they might not have survived."

Taiwu Academy is located in Taiwu Prefecture, which borders the Great Chu Dynasty to the north, a place with frequent wars.

Therefore, the students of Taiwu Academy often go there for field training.

Xu Qing, the Master of Taiyi Academy, furrowed his brows and said, "Master Zhao, this is after all the Eight Palaces Tournament, and the participants are all students from the Academic Palaces. There’s no need to demand from them as if they were on a battlefield."

"You are mistaken!"

Master Zhao Tianwu shook his head and responded, "These individuals will be the pillars of our Great Xia. If they are afraid even of fighting amongst themselves as students, how can they serve the Dynasty in the future? How will they protect against the covetous Great Chu to the north?"

"Additionally, the path of cultivation is one in which one survives through nine deaths and one life, all powerful Cultivators grow by stepping over a mountain of bones."

"If they are forever coddled in a greenhouse, they may never become strong in their lifetimes!"

"Do you all not realize that the rule change this time was made with such considerations in mind?"

Upon hearing this, the various Palace Masters fell into silence.

"That’s right!"

Ye Fan nodded and said, "Master Zhao speaks the truth. Let’s not argue and instead watch the match closely. Moreover, isn’t there an option to concede in the rules? It’s not as if we’re forcing them to fight to the death, right?"

With Ye Fan’s statement, the rest of the Palace Masters ceased their objections.

Master Zhao Tianwu’s face bore a smug expression.

"Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique?"

A trace of surprise flitted across Zhang Yun’s eyes.

Even he had not mastered the Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique, and yet Qin Wan Er, who was only at the first layer of the Primordial Pill Realm, had managed to grasp it!

"However, I would like to see how many of my attacks you can withstand."

With that, Zhang Yun unleashed another burst of Sword Qi.

Qin Wan Er was faster than him, so what he needed to do was prevent Qin Wan Er from closing in on him.

Otherwise, he would not be able to withstand Qin Wan Er’s attacks.

However, his Sword Qi was extremely fast and completely capable of suppressing Qin Wan Er.

The two fiercely engaged in battle, with Zhang Yun taking the initiative and assaulting Qin Wan Er with a relentless barrage of Sword Qi.

Qin Wan Er could only dodge with his movement technique.

Though the inferior Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique was fast, it also consumed a terrifying amount of Spiritual Power.

After only a short time, Qin Wan Er felt his Spiritual Power draining and had no choice but to concede.

Disappointment filled the eyes of the observing Cultivators.

They had been full of anticipation, thinking that True Martial Academy would again put on an impressive display, but the outcome was quite disappointing.

Although Qin Wan Er’s use of the inferior Body Technique Heavenly Spirit Technique showcased her talent in Spirit Arts.

However, that was all there was to it.

On the Observation Platform of True Martial Academy.

"Captain, I’m sorry."

Qin Wan Er smiled apologetically.

"No problem, go and rest!"

Ling Chen smiled in return.

"True Martial Academy’s second contestant, please enter the stage."

At that moment, Xiao Yun’s voice rang out.

Looking at the eager Chen Yichen, Ling Chen said, "Senior Brother Chen, you should not compete this time. Zhang Yun clearly hasn’t held back at all, and with your lesser strength, it could be dangerous for you."

"It’s okay."

Chen Yichen responded firmly, "I must fight. If I didn’t even dare to step forward and show myself in the Eight Palaces Tournament, what then?"

Ling Chen stared intently at Chen Yichen, trying to persuade him, "There are still three more matches ahead, and you will have plenty of opportunities. Listen to me, don’t take the risk. You should be able to see that the people from Taiwu Academy are clearly harboring lethal intentions towards our True Martial Academy!"

"Captain, don’t worry. If I’m outmatched, I’ll concede right away."

Chen Yichen said with a smile.

He did not take Ling Chen’s warning to heart.