Chapter 44 – The Philosopher's Stone of the Three-Part Trial

After turning his head, Tie Feng no longer glanced at the hall masters with their ashen faces, instead smiling at Silver Wolf and asking, “Please wait a moment. You don’t mind, do you?”

“Feel free…”

But before the two could engage in deeper conversation, the entire venue was suddenly engulfed by a wave of exclamations.

“What just happened? How did Senior Brother Xiao get sent flying with just two palms?”

“That kid actually still had strength in reserve? How is this possible? How is this possible!!”

“This brat was pretending to be weak all along—utterly despicable! Thankfully, we didn’t encounter him earlier, or the outcome would have been… would have been…”

Hiss, hiss, hiss…

Countless sharp intakes of breath rose and fell around them. Although Tie Feng had mentally prepared himself, he never expected Ye Kuang to be hiding his abilities to such an extent.

The hall masters had all been focusing their attention on Tie Feng earlier; who would have thought the outcome would be decided so quickly?

Even now, they still found it hard to believe that Xiao Tianqiong had been defeated.

Thus, when everyone looked again at the sole figure on the stage, their expressions had completely changed!

At this moment, the most shocked were undoubtedly the two elders, Yuan Ma. Exchanging glances, they clearly sensed unease in each other’s eyes.

Just then, Qin Feiyao stepped forward, immediately drawing countless intertwined gazes.

Seeing this, the Qilin Hall Master suddenly spoke in an extremely grave tone: “Feiyao, give it your all!”

What?

Upon hearing this, the hall masters seemed spellbound, their eyes widening as they stared at Qin Feiyao.

Only at this moment did they realize that this year’s competition no longer belonged to the era they once knew.

Ye Kuang: “Senior Brother Qin, I seek your guidance.”

Upon hearing this, Qin Feiyao spoke for the first time in history: “Fists and feet have no eyes. Be careful.”

As soon as their words fell, both unexpectedly took the initiative to strike first!

No one could have predicted that a trial would unfold in such a manner.

Tens of thousands of disciples watched the two grappling on the stage. It could be said that only now did they understand the principle that there is always someone beyond someone, and skies beyond skies.

Little did they know, the technique Ye Kuang was executing was none other than the Subduing Dragon’s opening stance!

He deftly deflected a long punch with his palm edge, then swayed his body, astonishing the entire audience with an unprecedented palm technique.

Only then did Qin Feiyao realize just how deeply Ye Kuang had been concealing his abilities.

Thus, Qin Feiyao immediately crossed his arms in front of his chest, forming layer upon layer of defensive barriers.

Boom!

As palm met arm, the entire arena was enveloped by the sound of an air explosion.

The invisible shockwave swept through, appearing unstoppable.

The moment Ye Kuang retracted his move, his palm technique transformed again, suddenly turning into a series of soft, interlocking palm rings.

Though this palm seemed gentle and weak, it contained a hundred unpredictable capabilities.

In an instant, Qin Feiyao found himself forced back again, his expression shifting repeatedly.

When Qin Feiyao stepped onto the rope with one foot, he couldn’t help but widen his eyes in shock.

For his opponent was already right before him.

Ye Kuang’s gaze was profoundly deep, like a vortex capable of devouring everything.

As their eyes met, the intensity of the trial escalated further.

At that moment, Qin Feiyao suddenly leaped up, delivering a long punch straight at Ye Kuang’s chest.

The scene immediately terrified the disciples, leaving them aghast.

And then, it inevitably plunged the entire venue into utter astonishment!Ye Kuang’s robes suddenly billowed and swelled like an overfilled balloon before bursting outward completely.

Witnessing this scene, Tie Feng couldn’t help but gasp: “This… could it be that he’s gathered internal breath, and True Qi has manifested?”

The fact that Qin Feiyao had been forced back yet again made one think: were it not for the restraining rope, Qin Feiyao would likely have been blasted off the Arena long ago.

Instead, Ye Kuang appeared to grow more ferocious with each exchange. His movements were swift as flight, his strikes both rapid and precise, leaving his opponent no room to catch their breath.

Even those disciples who still harbored discontent had to honestly ask themselves about his fierce punches and kicks.

How fortunate they were not to have encountered Ye Kuang…

But if they did face him, what chance would they have of victory?

The answer was obvious – unless they could break his chain of palm strikes, there was simply no possibility of winning!

Qin Feiyao naturally understood this principle well. His eyes widened, and he clearly decided to hold back no longer.

Just as Ye Kuang was about to strike Qin Feiyao away with a palm, he was instead met with a sudden iron-hard kick to the chest from Qin Feiyao.

BANG!!!

Ye Kuang staggered backward repeatedly. As soon as he steadied himself, he was greeted by Qin Feiyao’s impenetrable barrage of leg shadows.

In that instant, the entire Arena filled with the sound of tearing air, forcing Ye Kuang into a purely defensive stance.

This shift in momentum was so abrupt that no one could have anticipated it.

Ye Kuang, who had held the upper hand mere moments before, had now fallen into disadvantage in the blink of an eye.

Yet it must be said that even the strongest offense has its limits. After ten exchanges, the two forcefully traded iron-fisted blows before coming to a standstill, standing back-to-back.

Only then did everyone notice the clear footprint on Ye Kuang’s chest.

His sleeves hung in tatters from his arms, and fresh red blood dripped from the corner of his mouth – clear evidence of internal injuries.

In contrast, Qin Feiyao only had his trouser legs torn, showing no other abnormalities…

Ye Kuang couldn’t help but murmur: “You’ve hidden your skills well, Senior Brother Qin…”

Hearing this, Qin Feiyao exhaled deeply and replied equally quietly: “Likewise…”

Ye Kuang showed no concern at the words, though the smile at his lips grew increasingly vibrant.

Just as everyone thought the two would stop there, the sound of tearing wind quietly emerged on the platform.

It was Ye Kuang, forming his single arm into a rib strike and smashing backward with devastating force!

The thousand-jun power carried destructive might that could bend even steel reinforcement.

As if he had eyes in the back of his head, Qin Feiyao’s left arm countered in the nick of time, directly blocking the rib strike.

The roaring wind ceased abruptly as Qin Feiyao returned the favor with a rib strike of his own.

Ye Kuang moved at the sound, his right hand forming a fist to swiftly parry.

BANG! BANG! BANG!

Though they stood back-to-back, their heavy collisions remained powerfully vigorous.

In the blink of an eye, the two had exchanged no less than several dozen attacks…

By now, three minutes had flown by, yet the two fought on inextricably.

Seeing this, Tie Feng grew anxious and urgently shouted: “Three minutes have passed! Stop! Next!”

His words were met with unanimous cheers from the crowd.

Though Ye Kuang and Qin Feiyao had reached no clear victor, this couldn’t dampen everyone’s enthusiasm.

Of course, this mattered little to Ye Kuang – all he wanted was to test the true capabilities of the present disciples with equal strength.

Nothing more!After a moment, seeing no one step onto the stage, he closed his eyes and began quietly regulating his breathing.

At the same time, the Elders of the Yuan-Ma Families exchanged glances before signaling to the new generation boxing champions of their families.

Understanding the hint, Yuan Tianlong and Ma Qiang simultaneously stepped forward, causing the venue to erupt in excitement once again.

It could be said that every disciple from the Yuan-Ma Families was exceptional, and now that they had this opportunity to witness their prowess, how could they remain indifferent?

Thus, each couldn’t help but feel secretly exhilarated.

As for Xingyi Fist, they truly held countless aspirations for it.

And for this upcoming three-minute trial, these disciples were even more eager than anyone else present!

So much so that when Ye Kuang opened his eyes, his gaze was filled with an unfathomable brilliance, and he asked with a smile, “Dare I ask if both Senior Brothers belong to the same lineage?”

Upon hearing this, Yuan Tianlong and Ma Qiang simultaneously glanced at him before nodding expressionlessly.

Seeing this, Ye Kuang then smiled and said, “In that case, why should we fight two matches… I boldly propose that we compete in just one match. How about that?”

With these words, regardless of what others might think, he continued to explain, “If I am defeated within three minutes, then I believe both Senior Brothers possess the capability. Conversely, if I happen to win by luck, then I don’t see the need for a second match.”

Hearing this, Ma Qiang sneered coldly, “Let’s see if you can even beat me first.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Ma Qiang stepped onto the edge of the arena and leaped up in a single bound.

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