The Most Powerful Overlord

Chapter 584: Chapter 584: The Finals Begin

One move!

Zhou Muqing used just one move to defeat a challenger.

That wasn’t all; she cruelly broke the opponent’s limbs.

The ruthlessness of her tactics was simply shocking.

From then on, no one dared to publicly provoke her anymore.

Even Ye Qingtian frowned slightly upon seeing her methods.

This woman is really not easy to provoke, and her cultivation seems to have progressed a lot.

Even Ye Qingtian couldn’t see through her strength.

"This woman improved so quickly, it looks like the duel really is becoming a headache."

Ye Qingtian murmured.

At this moment, Zhou Muqing looked at Ye Qingtian with a cold expression and showed a disdainful look.

"If you get eliminated tomorrow, it means you won’t enter the top ten in the Outer Courtyard, and it also means you’re not worthy of a duel with me."

Soon, Zhou Muqing’s figure flashed and disappeared.

Inside the student dormitory, Ye Qingtian sat on the sofa, and Hua Qianxiao sat timidly beside him.

Qin Lingyue saw the situation, greeted Hua Qianxiao, and wisely left.

If it weren’t for my shortsightedness, the one sitting next to him today should be me, right?

Regret once again surged in Qin Lingyue’s heart.

She knew very well that although Ye Qingtian was polite to her, he did it entirely because of Hua Qianxiao.

Being Hua Qianxiao’s close friend, he neither humiliated nor harmed her, all because of Hua Qianxiao.

Perhaps, she had long lost any place in his heart.

At this time, Hua Qianxiao looked at Ye Qingtian, secretly feeling fortunate that since they met, she had never wronged him.

Nor had she ever harmed him.

After the two had talked for a while, Hua Qianxiao rested her head on Ye Qingtian’s chest.

Feeling the unique scent of a man, Hua Qianxiao was deeply intoxicated, deeply enchanted.

Then, Da Huang pushed open the door and walked in.

Behind him followed Chu Nan, Shen Huamo, and Xiao Jianting.

"Master, we’ve conducted secret investigations for many days, but found no trace of the enemy."

These few were in charge of Hua Qianxiao’s safety while secretly investigating enemy-related info.

Ye Qingtian often had a dream where a demon would capture Hua Qianxiao and humiliate her.

Later, he confirmed this was not a dream but a rehearsal of future events.

Things like this were likely to happen in the future, but if he found and defeated the demon, Hua Qianxiao would be safe.

Upon hearing their answers, Ye Qingtian frowned slightly.

The demon is hiding so deeply, it’s driving him crazy.

"Where do you think he’s hiding?"

Ye Qingtian asked slowly.

"Master, we’ve checked through the four courtyards, except for one place."

Shen Huamo responded.

Which place?

"The Heaven-Defying Pavilion!"

Hearing this, Ye Qingtian nodded.

The Heaven-Defying Pavilion is very mysterious; it’s said to be left behind by ancient great powers, a Cultivation Holy Land.

It only opens for a short time each year.

Usually, it’s closed, and ordinary students aren’t qualified to enter.

From this perspective, perhaps the demon is hiding in the Heaven-Defying Pavilion.

If they could enter the Heaven-Defying Pavilion, they might get info about the demon.

Even without any info, it’s still a Cultivation Holy Land, greatly beneficial for improving strength.

"Well, I can only strive to become one of the top ten in the Outer Courtyard to enter the Heaven-Defying Pavilion."

"But I hope the Heaven-Defying Pavilion doesn’t disappoint me too much."

Soon, the next day arrived.

Today was the day of the Martial Arts Examination finals.

The square was packed with people, looking densely populated from afar.

Not only were people from the Celestial Martial Academy present, but folks from other major sects and smaller ones also came to watch.

Students of Class One arrived at their designated area through a secret passage.

Soon, Lin Wufeng led the elite of Class Six through a special walkway on the square.

Lin Wufeng went straight to Ye Qingtian, snorted coldly, "Ye Qingtian, today is the finals, don’t be a coward when you face me!"

Ye Qingtian yawned, "Any version of me is enough to make you kneel and sing of defeat."

"Hmph, we’ll see about that." Lin Wufeng left after uttering a harsh reminder.

"Brother Qingtian, this Lin Wufeng is nicknamed Young Master Gui; aside from his high martial arts cultivation, he has a secret technique that can expel spirits."

"It’s said he slaughtered many and collected countless resentful spirits as his weapon."

"So, Brother Qingtian must be cautious of him."

Hua Qianxiao reminded.

Ye Qingtian nodded, knowing this person was the top of Class Six, not easily underestimated.

Soon, Murong Wudi, the top of Class Three known as Young Master Du, arrived with his class.

Then, Lin Futu and Hua Qianxiao’s arrival caused a great stir.

Especially Hua Qianxiao, who wore a red robe today.

With her stunning appearance, she looked exceptionally beautiful.

"She’s not only the first goddess of the Celestial Martial Academy, beautiful and strong, but also a relative of the Outer Courtyard Dean."

"Yeah, it’s said the Zhou Family is one of the Hidden Sect’s Ten Ancient Races. If anyone marries her, they’ll become an elite."

"Sadly, her pride keeps her single, not even the academy geniuses catch her eye."

People started to chatter.

Soon after, the drum sounded, and the Outer Courtyard Dean climbed onto the stage to give a speech: "Today, there are a hundred students participating in the finals."

"The grade’s top ten will be determined from these hundred."

"Today the mode changed a bit, no longer a one-on-one draw mode, but a mixed battle!"

"That means everyone goes onto the stage, and the last ten remaining will be the top ten in the Martial Arts Examination!"

Soon, a hundred participating students jumped onto the stage.

Lin Wufeng and Murong Wudi’s arrival instantly triggered applause and cheers.

It didn’t take long for Ye Qingtian and Hua Qianxiao to ascend the stage too.

"You two must work hard. Whether or not you’ll receive the Celestial Martial Academy’s great support depends on this battle!"

Instructor You Ruo secretly cheered for them.

Seeing all the participants on stage, the Outer Courtyard Dean nodded satisfied.

"On this stage, whether you fight openly or in secret, solo or in teams, it’s all fine."

"As long as you remain standing at the end, you are the winner!"

"Today’s rule is no rules! Whoever stands last wins!"

"Did you all hear clearly?"

Soon, the crowd nodded in agreement.

This competition’s rules certainly exceeded people’s expectations.

Some worried, some rejoiced.

Ye Qingtian found it rather interesting.

This way, he could team up with Hua Qianxiao.

"I really wonder how powerful we can be if the two of us unite?" Ye Qingtian’s heart held some anticipation.