Chapter 1016: Chapter 432: Seizing Forbidden Creations, Forging the Foundation of a Grandmaster! (2)
And Bai Xiao only took half an hour!
However, this is understandable.
These three Forbidden Secret Martial weapons were personally forged by him, as if they were created by Bai Xiao out of thin air. The Sword Demon obtained one that already existed long ago, so how can the closeness in these relationships be the same?
The three Forbidden Secret Martial weapons of Bai Xiao are practically his own children.
Since they are his own children, naturally they must adhere to filial piety. How could they defy Bai Xiao? Only by obeying and following can there be harmony between father and son, and family peace!
“Snap.”
He held his breath and focused, suddenly sensing a crisp sound in the Dantian area.
A platinum-colored seed, at its top, began to sprout.
Under the full nourishment from the three Forbidden Secret Martial weapons, it received an endless and powerful vitality, growing profusely against the wind. Its growth speed was like bamboo shoots after a spring rain—thriving and flourishing, everything competing to bloom, brimming with the essence of spring.
Moments later.
The platinum seed had already transformed into a robust plant.
At the top, three leaves unfolded like a shamrock.
One shone with brilliant golden light, a glaze hue, with Dragon Elephant patterns. Another was intertwined with gold and black, overlapping like scales and feathers, yin and yang converging. And the last one, ethereally light, ambiguously veiled, as if surrounded by white aura, dreamy and celestial.
“Sigh!”
Bai Xiao exhaled a stream of scorching air.
He could feel that, after stepping into Peak Flow Master, his cultivation unexpectedly soared again, seemingly not far from Peak Flow Master Middle Stage.
The Grandmaster foundation showed signs of attempting to condense flower buds.
This was mostly due to the initial connection effect of the three Forbidden Secret Martial weapons.
“Among Peak Flow Masters of ancient and modern times, probably no one can be so uniquely favored as I am, possessing three volumes of Forbidden Secret Martial weapons. I fear I am a singular existence. However, in my view, three are not enough; there can be more! Just now, I have elevated Three Flowers Gathering at the Top, Five Qi Towards Yuan to the half-step taboo level. Once I obtain another compatible First-rank top-secret technique, I can fuse a fourth Forbidden Secret Martial weapon, further empowering myself…”
Bai Xiao slowly descended from the sky, his footsteps lightly landing in the courtyard.
He activated his mind, a colossal Dragon Elephant phantom seemingly emerged from the void, its four feet on the ground, occupying the entire mountain peak. Like an ancient beast from the primordial era, it looked up to the heavens and roared furiously at the bright moon.
“Whoosh.”
The martial arts will retracted.
Bai Xiao’s lips curled into a barely perceptible smile.
With hands behind his back, facing the moonlight, he slowly walked down the mountain.
“After tonight…”
“The one beneath a Grandmaster, hehe…”
…
Deep night, Dragon Elephant Martial Arts Hall.
Bai Xiao received confirmed news from Vice Chairman Long Ze.
Chairman Ouyang will be arriving at East Sea City tomorrow to visit Crane Master of the He Xian Martial Arts Hall. Then, he will be personally present at the Martial Arts Competition, overseeing it.
This has a significant relation to the intelligence Bai Xiao provided earlier.
“In the morning, Chairman Ouyang will reconnect with Crane Master.”
“He will arrive at Yunshan Valley before noon at the latest.”
“Your reward will also be given to you at this time.”
“I will be onsite to watch the competition too, and will call for you.”
The voice of Vice Chairman Long Ze came from the other end of the phone.
With a beep, the call ended.
Bai Xiao’s eyes flickered with thoughts swirling in his mind.
He had a premonition that as long as he received the reward, he would have the opportunity to directly break through to the Peak Flow Master Middle Stage! The chance of success was at least seventy percent!
The fourth Forbidden Secret Martial.
Three years’ worth of high-quality Enlightenment Tea.
These two items are both great supplements for Bai Xiao.
“Chairman Ouyang visiting Crane Master?”
“There’s a sense that it’s not as simple as it seems…”
He lifted his head to glance at the white moon obscured by dark clouds.
…
Time flew by, the sun rose and set, and the sky revealed a streak of white before dawn.
At eight-thirty in the morning, Yunshan Valley.
The competition of the third day of the Martial Arts Competition began. Originally, there were dozens of contestants from around the world, but now only a single-digit number remained: eight people in total.
They sat in the waiting hall, surrounded by empty seats.
Bai Xiao glanced around.
He did not see the figure of Dead Sword Siger; the opponent was inadvertently eliminated yesterday by the Spirit King. He should now be sitting in the spectator seats.
“Swoosh.”
Bai Xiao’s gaze fixed.
On his left front, an elegant and composed gaze was staring at him from afar.
The two exchanged glances.
Light Eagle Feilin slowly turned his head, his long white hair like seaweed draped over his shoulders, covering his beautiful and delicate side profile, making his expression unclear.
“Heh heh…”
Bai Xiao sneered inwardly and also turned his head back.
“Come on, it would be best if we get drawn into the same group.”
The sun gradually rose higher, suspended above the blue sky and white clouds, its rays cascading down and making the eastward flowing river shimmer brightly.
The stands on either side of the mountain wall were already filled with numerous spectators, sitting densely together, able to overlook the battle grounds below. They whispered among themselves, their conversations filled with a sense of excitement.
Part of the reason was that today was the quarterfinals.
The contestants who had advanced through numerous eliminations were undoubtedly top experts!
Battles between such experts always excited people.
But more importantly, today’s battle mode was even more thrilling.
The quarterfinals were randomly divided into two groups.
To put it nicely, it was a contest of philosophies, but to say it bluntly, it was a chaotic melee!
Four top experts, like fighting crickets, would engage in intense struggles, either cooperating or fighting each other, until two were eliminated and lost the ability to fight, with the remaining two automatically advancing to the semifinals.
“In such chaotic melees, the contestants’ overall abilities are more crucial. In a one-on-one duel, there might be a restraint relationship. As long as one had a particular advantage, they could win the match. But in fierce melees, obvious weaknesses might lead one to become the target of group attacks…”
“It’s a tremendous test of the contestants’ overall combat power.”
One spectator spoke eloquently, discussing with those nearby.
“I wonder who will be grouped together?”
“If Sword Demon, Spirit King, and Light Eagle are grouped together, then it will truly be interesting. At least one of them will have to be eliminated, falling before reaching the semifinals…”
Some spectators fantasized, eyes filled with anticipation.
In the morning, at eight fifty.
A figure in red suddenly appeared on the newly renovated battle grounds. He glanced left and right before loudly announcing.
“The Martial Arts Competition, quarterfinals, is about to begin.”
“Contestants, please draw lots for grouping!”
Five minutes later.
The red-clad host, based on the draw results, read out the outcome.
“Group A.”
“Spirit King, Dragon Elephant Bai Xiao, Holy Knight, Soul-devouring Spear Tang Qi!”
“Group B.”
“Sword Demon, Light Eagle Feilin, Blazing Heaven Pasi, Ghost Mastiff Rein!”
As soon as the words fell.
The Yunshan Valley immediately buzzed with lively discussions.
“It’s these two groups!?”
“Spirit King and Holy Knight are in the same group.”
“Sword Demon and Light Eagle are in the same group.”
“If these four reach an understanding among themselves, then barring any surprises, the final match results will be these four advancing to the semifinals…”
Some speculated, their eyes flashing.
“Group A isn’t certain. Dragon Elephant Bai Xiao and Soul-devouring Spear Tang Qi showed great strength during the round of sixteen to eight! If they reach some sort of understanding and launch a strong attack on Holy Knight, it’s not impossible they might succeed…”
Someone countered.
But overall, the advancement list in many spectators’ minds.
Included those four individuals.
The bustling noise in the Yunshan Valley lasted for a full five minutes.
Then the host raised his qi, his voice like a gigantic bell.
“Next, the Martial Arts Competition will commence the Yunshan Dao Discourse segment.”
“Let’s welcome the four contestants of Group A!”
Immediately, the shouts and applause surged like waves.
And in such a noisy atmosphere, amidst the echoing across the sky, four powerful figures emerged from the waiting hall, slowly stepping onto the battle grounds.
The four strong contenders stood at four extremes.
They looked at each other from afar.
“The Yunshan Dao Discourse has no venue restrictions within Yunshan Valley. The surrounding areas, including the woods and beaches beside Yunshan, even close to the sea…”
“Are all your arenas!”
The host spoke passionately while quickly running off to the side.
“Gentlemen, please!”
On the battle grounds.
The four formidable presences exchanged glances.
They clasped their fists towards each other and spoke lowly.
“Please!!!”