503 Forcing Lin Fei To Flee
Wang Jian's mocking words cut through the chaos like a knife, his taunts striking a nerve within Lin Fei. Anger surged through Lin Fei's veins, his fists clenched tightly at his sides as he faced his adversary.
"Is that why you're doing this? Because you lost to me?" Wang Jian's voice dripped with amusement, his smirk widening at the sight of Lin Fei's fury.
The taunt struck a nerve with Lin Fei, igniting a fiery rage within him. Without a word, he summoned the full force of his flame technique, unleashing a blistering torrent of fire at Wang Jian.
But even as the flames surged towards him, Wang Jian remained unfazed. With a flick of his wrist, he dispersed the attack effortlessly, the flames dissipating into nothingness.
"Not bad, but not good enough," Wang Jian chuckled, his eyes glittering with amusement. "You should know better than to challenge me again."
Lin Fei's jaw clenched in frustration. He knew he was no match for Wang Jian in his current state. With a swift movement, he darted away, his mind racing as he sought an escape route.
As he fled, Wang Jian's voice echoed behind him, taunting and cruel. "Oh, and by the way, your sister Lin Xingya is quite the delightful plaything. I can't wait to have some more fun with her."
The mention of Lin Xingya sent a surge of fury coursing through Lin Fei's veins, his jaw clenched with determination. With a swift motion, he lashed out at another noble heir in his path, his mind consumed with thoughts of escape and revenge.
But Wang Jian was not finished yet. With a flick of his wrist, he sent a thin tendril of flame towards Lin Fei, the heat searing through the dark robe that concealed his identity.
As the fabric burned away, Lin Fei's true appearance was revealed, his features twisted with determination as he faced his adversary head-on. With his cover blown, he knew he had no choice but to retreat.
Activating an escape talisman, Lin Fei vanished in a flash of light, leaving behind the chaos of the arena as he fled to a distant star.
Amidst the chaos and confusion, the other members of Elder Liang's faction unleashed a torrent of destruction upon the direct heirs of noble families, their dark robes concealing their true identities as they struck with deadly precision.
In the midst of the carnage, demonic cultivators revealed themselves, their sinister presence adding to the turmoil. Witnesses, already reeling from the attack, spotted Lin Fei among the assailants, casting suspicion upon him and tarnishing his reputation in the eyes of many.
Amidst the chaos that ensued after the attack, the atmosphere crackled with tension and anger. Surviving noble heirs, their faces contorted with fury, directed their wrath towards the Nangong Family, their accusations flying like arrows.
"You call this security? We trusted you to host a safe tournament!"
"Shame on the Nangong Family! You've brought disgrace upon yourselves!"
"We won't forget this! Our families will hear about what happened here today!"
The clamor of voices filled the air, each one more vehement than the last as the aggrieved heirs voiced their grievances.
In the midst of the turmoil, Nangong Jicheng, the head of the Nangong Family, appeared, his expression grave as he addressed the enraged noble heirs. "Please, my friends, allow me to offer my sincerest apologies for the lapse in security. I assure you, we will spare no effort in investigating this matter and ensuring that justice is served."
But before he could continue, Elder Nangong Liang stepped forward, his eyes ablaze with determination. "Words are not enough, Nangong Jicheng. The time for action is now. If you truly wish to lead the Nangong Family again, then prove it—by facing me in a duel for the position of head."
The challenge hung in the air like a thunderclap, sending shockwaves through the gathered crowd.
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Nangong Jicheng's face paled slightly, his gaze meeting Elder Liang's with a mixture of resolve and apprehension.
As the tension mounted, whispers rippled through the crowd, speculation swirling about the outcome of the impending battle.
"I can't believe it... Elder Liang challenging the head of the family..."
"It's unheard of! This could change everything!"
"Who do you think will win? Elder Liang or Family Head Jicheng?"
Meanwhile, Elder Liang stood firm, his gaze fixed unwaveringly on Nangong Jicheng. In his heart, he knew that this duel would determine the fate of the Nangong Family—and he was prepared to do whatever it took to emerge victorious.
Gathered at the arena, Wang Jian, Shui Xueying, Lin Xingya, and Zhi Xi observed the impending showdown between Nangong Jicheng and Elder Liang with keen interest. The air was charged with anticipation as they awaited the clash between the two formidable opponents.
"So, who do you think will emerge victorious?" Wang Jian inquired, his gaze shifting between the three women.
Shui Xueying spoke first, her voice tinged with confidence. "Nangong Jicheng has the advantage. He's been the family head for years, with access to abundant resources and a stable foundation. Plus, he's reached the sixth stage of the Divine Tribulation Realm."
Lin Xingya nodded in agreement, but a furrow appeared on her brow. "But why would Elder Liang challenge him if he's at a disadvantage?"
Zhi Xi chimed in, her eyes alight with insight. "It's because of Elder Liang's mace. It's imbued with divine properties and specializes in targeting internal energies. With careful strategy, he could turn the tide of battle."
Wang Jian nodded thoughtfully, adding his own analysis. "True, but there's more to it. Elder Liang has been preparing for this moment for some time. He's set up a subtle array formation around the arena, designed to siphon off divine energy from his opponent and channel it to himself."
The trio of beauties exchanged surprised glances, impressed by Wang Jian's astute observation. Zhi Xi, in particular, seemed intrigued by this revelation, her curiosity piqued.
The arena erupted in anticipation as Elder Nangong Liang and Patriarch Nangong Jicheng stepped onto the stage, their eyes locked in a silent challenge. The atmosphere crackled with energy as the spectators braced themselves for the clash between these two formidable adversaries.
With a fierce cry, Nangong Jicheng launched the first attack, summoning forth torrents of divine energy with his technique, "Heaven's Wrath." Brilliant beams of light shot forth from his outstretched hand, aiming to engulf Elder Liang in their celestial fury.
However, Elder Liang was quick to respond, conjuring a protective barrier around himself with his defensive technique, "Earthbound Shield." The barrier shimmered with an earthy glow as it absorbed the onslaught of divine energy, deflecting the attack with ease.
Undeterred, Nangong Jicheng pressed forward, unleashing a barrage of strikes with his weapon, the "Celestial Blade." Each swing was imbued with the power of the heavens, slicing through the air with deadly precision as he sought to break through Elder Liang's defenses.
Elder Liang countered with his own weapon, the "Mace of Earth's Fury." With a mighty swing, he sent shockwaves rippling through the arena, aiming to disrupt Nangong Jicheng's attacks and gain the upper hand in the battle.
As the two opponents clashed, the arena reverberated with the sound of their combat, each strike sending sparks flying in all directions. Nangong Jicheng's attacks were fierce and relentless, but Elder Liang held his ground, his determination unwavering.
Just when it seemed like Nangong Jicheng had gained the advantage, Elder Liang activated the subtle array formation that surrounded the arena, channeling its power to bolster his own strength. The divine energy flowed into him, revitalizing his reserves and imbuing his attacks with newfound power.
With a renewed vigor, Elder Liang unleashed a devastating counterattack, his mace crackling with elemental energy as he launched his technique, "Terra's Wrath." The ground trembled beneath him as torrents of earth and stone surged forward, threatening to overwhelm Nangong Jicheng.
Caught off guard by the sudden surge of power, Nangong Jicheng struggled to defend against the onslaught, his celestial energy faltering in the face of Elder Liang's earth-based attacks. Desperate to regain control of the battle, he summoned forth his own elemental technique, "Heavenly Retribution," unleashing a barrage of divine lightning in a last-ditch effort to turn the tide.
But Elder Liang was prepared, his mace absorbing the brunt of the lightning strikes as he pressed forward with unwavering determination. With a mighty roar, he unleashed his final technique, "Molten Fury," channeling the fiery energy of the earth itself to engulf Nangong Jicheng in a blazing inferno.
Caught in the searing heat of Elder Liang's attack, Nangong Jicheng's defenses finally crumbled, leaving him vulnerable to the onslaught. With a triumphant cry, Elder Liang delivered the decisive blow, sending Nangong Jicheng crashing to the ground.
As the crowd watched in suspense, Wang Jian, who had been watching the battle unfold from the stands, descended to the base of the arena with purpose in his stride. With a focused expression, he knelt down and pressed his palm against the ground, his consciousness reaching out to connect with the subtle array formation.
In a matter of seconds, Wang Jian's keen mind began to manipulate the intricate web of energies woven into the array, subtly altering its function to serve his own purposes. With precision and skill, he reversed the flow of energy, redirecting it to target Elder Liang instead of Patriarch Jicheng, and at an accelerated rate.
Meanwhile, Patriarch Jicheng felt a surge of pure divine energy coursing through his veins, invigorating him with newfound strength and determination. With a fierce resolve, he rose to his feet, his eyes blazing with determination as he prepared to launch his ultimate attack.
Sensing the shift in the array's energy, Elder Liang's nerves tensed as he realized that he was no longer in control of the situation. His gaze locked onto Patriarch Jicheng, his mind racing to devise a counterstrategy in the face of this unexpected development.
As Patriarch Jicheng unleashed his ultimate attack, a wave of celestial energy surged forth from his outstretched hand, coalescing into a radiant beam of light known as "Celestial Judgment." The beam shimmered with divine power, its brilliance illuminating the arena as it hurtled towards Elder Liang with unstoppable force.
In response, Elder Liang summoned forth his own ultimate attack, channeling the elemental energies of the earth into a devastating technique known as "Earthen Annihilation." With a mighty roar, he unleashed a torrent of earth and stone, seeking to overwhelm Patriarch Jicheng and turn the tide of battle in his favor.
However, as the two attacks clashed in a spectacular display of power, the effects of the reversed array took their toll on Elder Liang. With each passing moment, his energy dwindled, his ultimate attack weakening as the stolen divine energy sapped his strength.
Despite his valiant efforts, Elder Liang found himself struggling to maintain his ground against Patriarch Jicheng's onslaught. With a heavy heart, he realized that victory was slipping from his grasp, his once formidable power waning in the face of his opponent's renewed vigor.
As the battle raged on, the fate of the Nangong Family hung in the balance, with the outcome of this clash of titans poised to determine the future of their lineage.
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