Chapter 880: Lv Xiao's Victory

When Han Yuan conceded defeat, a wave of exclamations erupted among the countless spectators outside. They were somewhat surprised that the person who had held the advantage just moments before was defeated in a mere ten-odd breaths.

“That Pavilion Master Zhou Yuan of the Wind Pavilion is quite cunning. This technique of concealing soul flame within sword light perfectly counters the Dark Sky Demon,” commented some sharp-sighted experts, their words filled with admiration for Zhou Yuan’s combat style.

Many nodded in agreement. Han Yuan’s Dark Sky Demon was indeed formidable. If not for Zhou Yuan's own considerable attainments in soul cultivation, others would undoubtedly have to pay a significant price to shatter the Dark Sky Demon.

Even if Lü Xiao were present, he probably wouldn't have done better than Zhou Yuan.

“Han Yuan is quite unlucky. If he had faced Lü Xiao instead, he might have lasted longer, though he would still undoubtedly lose in the end…”

“Heh, the fight between Mu Liu and Lü Xiao is also quite exciting.”

“But Mu Liu won't last much longer. Today’s battle for the Chief Pavilion Master position will definitely come down to Zhou Yuan and Lü Xiao…”

At the Fire Pavilion, Zuo Ya’s expression soured as she heard the various comments. She couldn't help but huff coldly, “How noisy! If Han Yuan had faced Senior Brother Lü Xiao, he wouldn’t even have had the courage to make a move!”

To say that Lü Xiao couldn’t have done better than Zhou Yuan is simply ridiculous!

Zhu Lian remained silent. Although he was also aligned with the Fire Pavilion, he naturally avoided saying anything that would sound too foolish. He understood what those people meant: they weren't saying Lü Xiao was inferior to Zhou Yuan, but rather that in dealing with the Dark Sky Demon, Lü Xiao would likely not be as effective as Zhou Yuan, because Lü Xiao’s soul cultivation wasn’t as strong as Zhou Yuan’s.

If Lü Xiao had faced the Dark Sky Demon, there would have been only one way: to overwhelm it with his overwhelmingly powerful Genesis Qi reserves. However, doing so would undoubtedly take a significant toll on his own Genesis Qi.

Meanwhile, at the Wind Pavilion, the previously tense members erupted into cheers, their faces alight with excitement.

When Zhou Yuan was previously suppressed by the Dark Sky Demon, they were so nervous they could barely breathe. Now that the situation had been reversed, it was natural for them to vent their excitement.

Ye Bingling and Yi Qiushui exchanged glances, both letting out sighs of relief. Although they had confidence in Zhou Yuan, they couldn't truly relax until they saw the final outcome.

“Well, he’s made it to the finals now,” Yi Qiushui said, patting her chest lightly.

“Indeed, but the real tough battle is yet to come.” Ye Bingling’s cool and elegant face was filled with solemnity. Han Yuan was already very strong, but compared to Lü Xiao, the level of danger was significantly lower.

“Mu Liu probably won’t be able to hold on much longer,” Yi Qiushui said with a hint of regret, gazing at the other large white jade plaza.

At this moment, countless gazes from across the land were fixed on that spot.

That was the second battlefield.

However, on the white jade plaza at this moment, countless trees had burst from the ground, intertwining to form a lush green forest. These trees were composed of pure Genesis Qi, making them far more dangerous than an ordinary forest.

Boom! Boom!

Giant Genesis Qi vines roared like massive pythons, striking fiercely towards a certain spot within the forest, covering it entirely.

This Genesis Qi forest was naturally created by Mu Liu, and the one being fiercely attacked and trapped within the forest was Lü Xiao.

Mu Liu stood atop a large tree, his expression grim as he watched the frantic assault in the center of the forest. Although he had trapped Lü Xiao within his Wood Realm, he could sense that his attacks were not having much effect on Lü Xiao.

“This is truly troublesome,” Mu Liu murmured.

“Hmm?”

Mu Liu suddenly looked up in another direction, surprise appearing in his eyes. “Han Yuan lost? So quickly?”

Although he knew that Zhou Yuan had displayed superior Genesis Qi reserves on the Cloud Ladder earlier, this kind of battle couldn't be won simply by relying on Genesis Qi reserves, especially since Zhou Yuan wasn't overwhelmingly stronger than them.

However, with Han Yuan losing so quickly, it could only mean that Zhou Yuan’s techniques were remarkably powerful.

Just as Mu Liu was marveling at this, an incredibly terrifying burst of Genesis Qi suddenly erupted from the Genesis Qi forest below. The massive Genesis Qi trees in the central area were directly torn apart by the Genesis Qi impact.

Mu Liu was startled and hastily prepared to channel his Genesis Qi for repairs.

“Mu Liu, I’ve given the Wood Clan enough face. Now, don't push your luck any further,” an indifferent voice rang out from within the Genesis Qi forest.

Mu Liu frowned slightly but did not reply. Instead, he fully mobilized the Genesis Qi within his body, knowing that Lü Xiao, who had been trapped for half a day, was likely about to unleash his power.

Just as Lü Xiao’s voice faded, brilliant purple light suddenly converged in the center of the Genesis Qi forest. The light was so dazzling it was as if a purple sun was slowly rising within, and a fierce, scorching aura permeated the area.

“Purple Heaven Burning Wave!”

A furious roar, like thunder, resounded. The next instant, a violent wave of purple light, like a colossal tsunami, swept out from the center of the forest.

Bang! Bang!

Wherever the purple light wave passed, the massive Genesis Qi trees were instantly incinerated, rapidly turning to dust.

In a matter of mere seconds, the light wave raged, and the entire Genesis Qi forest collapsed.

Countless gazes watched in awe as a figure, completely enveloped in purple light, stood suspended in the air at the center of the light wave. His aura was immense and heart-stopping.

With the Genesis Qi forest shattered, Mu Liu’s expression also changed slightly, and he rapidly retreated.

The purple-lit figure's eyes turned cold as he appeared ghost-like above Mu Liu in a flash, then struck down with a palm, purple energy surging forth.

“Purple Wave Hand!”

With that palm, purple energy surged continuously, layer upon layer of Genesis Qi accumulating. The violent power caused the very void to ripple and distort. Finally, that palm strike directly pierced through space and landed on Mu Liu’s rapidly retreating chest.

Pfft!

A mouthful of fresh blood spurted from Mu Liu’s mouth.

His body crashed heavily onto the white jade plaza, causing the plaza to instantly crack with fissures spreading out like a spiderweb.

Mu Liu lay in the massive crater, his face pale and blood staining the corner of his mouth. He looked up at Lü Xiao, who hovered in mid-air with an indifferent gaze, and actually grinned, saying hoarsely, “Lü Xiao, don’t get too pleased with yourself. I have a feeling you’ll fail in this battle for Chief Pavilion Master…”

“You should know my senses are very keen!”

Haha!

Lü Xiao looked coldly at Mu Liu and said indifferently, “Oh? Based on that Zhou Yuan?”

“Because he defeated Han Yuan?”

He shook his head, no longer paying attention to Mu Liu. He turned and headed towards the mountaintop, his indifferent voice drifting from afar.

“Then lie there and watch closely. See whose intuition is more accurate, or whose methods are more convincing.”

“That Zhou Yuan will be joining you soon enough.”