The Prodigies War

The one who spoke was Helian Qi.

He was clad in a navy blue daoist robe embroidered with patterns of pines, cranes and clouds. As he moved, dao light circulated him before taking the shape of a bottomless ancient well behind him.

Helian Qi, the champion of Blue Sea City, possessed the Great Dao Field called Moon Reflection on Ancient Well, which was said to store all the grand daos he had grasped. Once trapped in the bottom of the well, one’s life would no longer be in their control.

The moment that Helian Qi spoke, the people around him immediately shut up, and the lively atmosphere in the hall also turned silent.

The experts who were toasting with Lin Xun also sensed that something was not right and quickly stepped back. Many of them revealed expressions of awe and fear.

“Brother Jin, Helian Qi is a descendant of the ancient Nightmare Suppressor Clan. He practices the Nightmare Suppressor Dao Qi and possesses tyrannical strength. He is as good as Su Muhan.” Gao Lingtian sent a voice transmission to Lin Xun.

Although the Nightmare Suppressor Clan was not as powerful as the seven major factions in Cloud State, it was steeped in history and was one of the orthodox ancient clans in the world of demonic cultivators.

Helian Qi was a peerless figure of his clan, and now he had been crowned one of the ten champions. Many present experts felt awe and respect towards him.

Lin Xun set down the wine bowl and asked indifferently, “Is there something wrong?”

Helian Qi pointed at the black-clothed woman beside him. “She’s my little sister Helian Rong. She was badly injured by you in the first round of the Dao Debate Contest. If that was only it then I would not pursue the matter further, but you even ruthlessly damaged my sister’s cultivation foundation. Don’t you think you went too far?”

His eyes were terrifyingly cold, and behind him the well was roaring as if threatening to swallow people’s souls.

Everyone shuffled nervously, eyes flashing. Everyone could tell that Helian Qi wanted to retaliate against Jin Duyi!

“Why didn’t you tell everyone that your sister was only injured by me because she attacked me with a God Killing Needle?” Lin Xun’s expression was as indifferent as ever.

God Killing Needle!

Many people’s eyes widened in surprise. An evil and sinister treasure like that could only be crafted in the Ancient Nebula Underworld.

“There is no rule in the contest that prohibits the use of weapons and treasures!”

Helian Qi snorted as his expression became increasingly ice-cold.

Lin Xun argued nonchalantly, “There is also no rule that prohibits injuring the opponent’s foundation. Just because your sister was injured, you came here to criticize me”

Helian Qi’s face stiffened, and murderous rage blazed in his eyes.

He confronted Lin Xun because on the one hand, he wanted to stand up for his sister, and on the other hand, he wanted to test Lin Xun’s strength.

Who would have thought that Lin Xun would be so tough and uncompromising?

Seeing the conflict intensifying between Lin Xun and Helian Qi, Chu Qiu stood up with a frown on his face. “Helian Qi, this gathering is not organized for your personal revenge.”

“Chu Qiu, step aside. You let the champion title be snatched away by someone else. What qualifications do you have to talk to me?” Helian Qi snorted disdainfully.

Chu Qiu’s face instantly darkened.

In the main hall, peerless figures such as Lan Yunke and You Tianxing all donned amused expressions. It was obvious that they had no intention of interfering in the matter.

Or perhaps, they also wanted to use Helian Qi to test Lin Xun’s strength.

Moreover, they had nothing to fear. After all, they were in Cloud State, their territory, and Jin Duyi...was said to be just an independent cultivator not affiliated with any factions.

Su Muhan sighed, “Brother Helian, can you give me a little respect?”

Helian Qi said aloud, “Of course, but you must first tell Jin Duyi to bow and apologize to us, then I won’t give him a hard time here for now!”

His attitude was undeniably aggressive.

Su Muhan shook his head and did not try to persuade him again.

Although he was the host of this gathering, he did not want to offend Helian Qi for the sake of Jin Duyi.

In comparison, Jin Duyi was just an outsider, while Helian Qi was a peerless figure from the Cloud State’s Nightmare Suppressor Clan.

Who would interfere in Helian Qi’s affairs because of an outsider?

Lin Xun scanned the hall, avoiding only Helian Qi, and said calmly, “It’s better for you all not to interfere in this matter. If something happens later, whoever dares to stop it will become an enemy of mine.”

Everyone’s expressions altered strangely. This guy looks ordinary, but he has confidence!

Helian Qi burst out laughing. “Jin Duyi, who holds the record of ninety-nine consecutive wins, do you dare to fight me?”

He had a domineering and haughty manner.

The atmosphere in the hall became austere.

Lin Xun finished the wine on the table before he got up and said to Chu Qiu and the others, “This gathering is rather boring. I will leave first.”

Chu Qiu, Gao Lingtian and the others quickly stood up. “If Brother Jin wants to leave, we shall also take our leave now.”

They were also unhappy with what happened.

“Do you want to leave? Have you asked for my permission?!” Helian Qi’s face turned overcast.

“Oh?” Lin Xun chuckled. “You have a deathwish, right?”

Deathwish!

The face and eyes of Helian Qi hardened, anger rising in him. He was a peerless figure of the Nightmare Suppressor Clan and he had now been crowned one of the ten champions. In the entire Cloud State, who dared to speak to him in such a way?

Lin Xun’s words completely ignited the murderous intent in his heart.

The murderous intent erupted like a volcano from Helian Qi’s body, while the well behind him condensed as if it was a real, tangible object. It was dark and unfathomable, as if it was choosing someone to swallow.

“Be careful!” Chu Qiu and the others tensed up.

They all knew about Helian Qi’s ruthless and violent nature. If he wanted to fight, no one could stop him.

Lin Xun said nothing else and just extended his hand and swiped his palm down.

Rumble!

A rush of invisible and obscure palm force suddenly descended like an ancient mountain falling from the sky, pressing down on Helian Qi.

Helian Qi smirked coldly and with a roar, his navy blue daoist robe whipped around him, dao light rumbled as it gathered and the ancient well behind him flared up and shot upwards.

“Demonic Well Traps the Sky!”

Helian Qi mobilized all his cultivation to strike back at Lin Xun, hoping to crush him on the spot.

Unexpectedly—

The deep well instantly exploded, followed by the infinitely terrifying force continuing to press down, crushing the defensive power around his body and forcing him to the ground on all fours.

All five body parts were touching the ground!

The floor shook violently.

“He…”

Everyone was stunned by the scene. They all knew that Helian Qi was strong and tyrannical as demonstrated by the fact that he ranked first in the first round of selections.

Yet he was suppressed by one palm strike!

Even if he was caught off guard, even if he was too careless and underestimated his opponent, it was still shocking that he was suppressed just like that.

“Argh!” Helian Qi roared in shame and anger.

Demonic qi of the Nightmare Suppressor Clan surged forth from him like giant dragons before taking the shape of an ancient well that emitted a frightening aura. Unfortunately, not only did he fail to break free, but he was also pressed so hard by the force that it left a human-shaped dent in the ground.

Everyone gasped audibly. Even top figures such as Su Muhan, Lan Yunke and You Tianxing could not hide the look of surprises on their faces.

Jin Duyi is strong!

Chu Qiu and the others were relatively calm compared to them. They were the only ones who knew that Lin Xun’s winning streak in the first round of selections would have been much higher if there were more people who dared to challenge him!

Was a heaven-defying person like him someone who Helian Qi could provoke?

The hall was utterly silent and still.

Lin Xun glanced down at Helian Qi and said, “If I want to leave, does it matter whether I have your permission?” His voice was nonchalant.

However, everyone looked at him differently.

Although the two were both champions, Lin Xun was able to suppress Helian Qi with just one palm. They were so shocked that their hearts tumbled in their chest like the sea.

“Also, your sister used a God Killing Needle. I suspect your clan has colluded with the Ancient Nebula Underworld. If that’s the case...I don’t think Cloud State can accommodate you anymore.”

With that, Lin Xun turned around and left.

From beginning to end, he paid no attention to the so-called peerless figures present.

Chu Qiu and the others quickly followed him and left together.

In the silent hall, it was not until a good while later that everyone came out of the state of shock and donned complicated expressions.

Jin Duyi, who had consecutively won ninety-nine matches in the first round of selection, was unexpectedly strong!

They finally realized how powerful Lin Xun was.

But it was hard for Helian Qi. His defeat today not only destroyed his reputation, but it also wouldn’t be long before the entire Great Void City would learn that he was suppressed in such a way!

Worst of all, the words that Lin Xun left behind implied he was in collusion with the Ancient Nebula Underworld. If those words spread...

How would the cultivators in Cloud State view the Nightmare Suppressor Clan?

……

As expected, on the same day, news of what happened in Contention House spread like wildfire and caused a stir in Great Void City.

It should be mentioned that the second round of selections was around the corner, which meant countless cultivators from all over Cloud State had already gathered in Great Void City.

Helian Qi, one of the ten champions, was easily suppressed by Jin Duyi, who was also one of the champions. Who would not be surprised?

“Jin Duyi, a peerless figure with ninety-nine consecutive wins, is a mysterious independent cultivator. His appearance is bound to lead to many variables in the Dao Debate Contest!”

“I pity Helian Qi. The reputation he had built as one of the champions was destroyed by Jin Duyi in one move.”

“Quick, collect all the information you can find about Jin Duyi. I want to bet big on him!”

……

Great Void City was in an uproar, with everyone discussing the incident.

Great Void Sect.

On a mountain peak reserved for distinguished guests.

“Even a young man like Helian Qi is no match for him...”

Xie Yuhua, a core disciple of Cloud Star Sect, quietly read the news she had just received, eyes gleaming with surprise.

“Girl, you see, that Jin Duyi is an extraordinary person.”

Madam Yu said softly on the other side, “At least, his strength is definitely not weaker than yours.”

Xie Yuhua smiled. “Isn’t that good? If the opponents are too weak, this Dao Debate Contest will be rather boring.”

She was wearing a blue feather dress and had her black hair drawn up in a bun, leaving a few wisps to frame her beautiful, fair face. Her eyes were as bright as stars, and rays of light blue lingered around her slender and graceful figure, amplifying her elegance and aura. She was as dreamy as the lone orchid in an empty valley.

“You—still don’t understand.” Madam Yu sighed softly, “When you personally watch his performance in the second round of selections, you will understand that it is impossible to overestimate that kid.”