Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1262: Chapter 1262 General Ice

Ling Xiao’s appearance could be considered handsome, but definitely not extraordinarily so. Yet, who would have thought he’d be so popular with women? Just look at these two beside him—they’re practically unparalleled beauties.

Not to mention these two, even Hua Fuguang and Hua Lueying, the twin sisters, are a pair of exceptionally stunning flowers in bloom.

Ling Xiao truly has no shortage of romantic luck.

Little did he know, Ling Xiao was secretly frustrated by this excessive attention.

Perhaps out of a sense of competition, Fengming Piaoxue and Ji Luoyu also positioned themselves in front and behind Ling Xiao, encircling him with seven women altogether. The fragrance surrounding him was overwhelming, forcing Ling Xiao—usually calm and composed—to shut his eyes and activate his Heavenly Origin Power to steady himself.

However, as soon as he closed his eyes, a gaze as venomous as a poisonous snake made his entire body feel uneasy.

He turned his head to look and caught Dan Qing’s gaze.

Those eyes were staring at him as though he were an enemy responsible for a deep-seated personal grudge.

Cold and serpentine eyes filled with resentment.

Perhaps upon seeing Ling Xiao, Dan Qing angrily raised his thumb toward him, and then abruptly directed it downward.

From deciphering the lip movements, Ling Xiao roughly understood what he was saying.

”You stole my Piaoxue, then seduced my Luoyu. I’ll never coexist peacefully with you! During today’s alchemy tournament, prepare for humiliation!”

Ling Xiao directly responded with a middle finger before transmitting via Soul Transmission, ”I may not be interested in stealing women from you, but with trash like you, there’s no way you’ll beat me!”

Upon hearing this, Dan Qing was so furious he nearly erupted into a string of curses.

But recalling Xiao Zhan’s death the night before, he clenched his lips shut.

Ling Xiao had protection from powerful individuals, so a head-on confrontation wouldn’t work. The only route left was to settle this during the alchemy tournament.

Indeed, the scrutinizing gaze upon Ling Xiao didn’t belong to just one person.

Another gaze existed—it was simply far more covert.

This person, nicknamed ”General Ice,” was also one of the Phoenix God Empire’s Thirteen Divine Generals and happened to be Xiao Zhan’s younger brother, Xiao Zhi!

Xiao Zhi’s cultivation level surpassed Xiao Zhan’s by miles, ranking close to Ji Ning among the Thirteen Divine Generals.

His strength lay not only in his cultivation but also in his remarkable intelligence.

To be more precise, his cunning.

To date, no one had ever witnessed him personally take action in combat. His battles were always waged with his words and mind.

Before his enemies could even see him strike, they were already defeated.

Xiao Zhi had only just arrived in Crime City today.

Initially, he hadn’t planned to come at all; however, his brother Xiao Zhan’s death ignited a burning rage within him.

He needed to see for himself just who this culprit responsible for his brother’s demise really was.

”General Xiao, since we all share Ling Xiao as our enemy, how about we work together?”

Seated next to Xiao Zhi were three individuals: Corpse Granny, Zhang Tian De, and Representative Yan.

These three had now aligned themselves, with their intent extending beyond merely killing Ling Xiao. They were after the Imperial Jade Seal in Ling Xiao’s possession.

”Of course we can collaborate. You take the Jade Seal, I take Ling Xiao’s life!”

Though he said this, Xiao Zhi had his own plans.

Not only did he want Ling Xiao dead, but he also intended to possess the Imperial Jade Seal for himself.

After obtaining the Human King Notes from within, he would offer them to the Crown Prince Phoenix Mingqishan.

As for Corpse Granny and the others, if they remained obedient, they could keep their lives. But if they failed to recognize the stakes and decided to contest over the Imperial Jade Seal with him, Xiao Zhi was more than willing to eliminate all of them.

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Time ticked by slowly.

A massive Treasure Clock was placed in the square.

Finally, as the clock let out a resounding chime, a burst of even more spectacular fireworks soared into the sky.

Though it was daylight, the fireworks were still dazzling and brilliant.

As one of the tournament judges and the organizer of the event,

Jackson Le Grandmaster slowly rose to his feet, then walked to the podium and coughed twice into the amplification treasure placed there.

These two coughs, though simple, were enough to instantly silence the chaotic atmosphere of the tournament venue.

Nearly ten thousand alchemists and over a hundred thousand audience members simultaneously directed their gaze toward him.

Aside from a few individuals, there truly weren’t many willing to provoke this venerable Ancestor from Changle Immortal Island.

After all, he was the legitimate Island Master of Changle Immortal Island.

”There’s no need for extra words,” Jackson Le Grandmaster announced. ”I now officially declare, on behalf of Changle Immortal Island, the first-ever new alchemy tournament is officially underway!”

”Boom!”

Like a volcanic eruption, the venue instantly roared to life, with excited and passionate cheers filling the heavens and earth.

After Jackson Le Grandmaster had announced the start of the tournament, the alchemists stood from their preparation seats and moved to their respective alchemy platforms following the previously assigned number plates.

In that moment, the once-quiet square erupted again with thunderous applause and cheers.

”I don’t seem to have a number plate?”

Ling Xiao paused, then realized no one had reminded him to pick up a number plate after entering the venue.

”Neither do I,” Ji Luoyu replied with a laugh. ”Those of us who participated in the internal test and made it into the top ten don’t need number plates because our alchemy platforms are right there!”

As she spoke, Ji Luoyu pointed toward the podium.

At that moment, ten gleaming alchemy platforms were already set up on the podium.

”Seriously? Performing alchemy in such a high-profile location—how is one supposed to stay composed?”

Ling Xiao gave a bitter smile.

”I don’t know about you, but I’m confident I can!”

Not far away, Dan Qing sneered and leapt into the air.

The Second Dongtian Realm Dan Qing wielded a rather unique Martial Soul.

It was a cauldron furnace!

And his Cave Realm was precisely the ”Cauldron Furnace World.”

Soaring into the air, his Martial Soul materialized, with the furnace suspended mid-air. Dan Qing landed gracefully in the examination field.

Cheers once again filled the skies.

People held alchemists in reverence and naturally wished to see them display their most exceptional abilities.

Though the alchemy tournament had only just begun, this body movement technique alone was already part of an exhilarating show.

Dan Qing’s approach struck right at the audience’s hearts.

”Brother Dan Qing, your cultivation isn’t bad, and your Cave Realm isn’t weak either. Ling Xiao, we’ll see how you do next. I’m off first!”

Ji Luoyu smiled faintly, lightly tapped her foot, and leapt into the air as well. Her movements carried the grace of a butterfly fluttering across the skies.

As she descended, she plucked the hairpin from her head and surprisingly skated through the air using the hairpin as a platform.

In terms of elegance and beauty, her performance was on par with Dan Qing’s.

Still, Ji Luoyu was a stunning woman.

A beautiful woman always attracts far more attention and applause.

”Awoo~~ Awoo~~”

The sound of wolf howls erupted from the audience seats.

The spectators clearly loved Ji Luoyu’s display.

While Cave Heaven Realm Martial Artists weren’t yet capable of true flight, short bursts of gliding and hovering were achievable.

Dan Qing and Ji Luoyu’s performances were undeniably dazzling.

Using their Martial Souls in conjunction with magical treasures, they had crafted mesmerizing gliding maneuvers that left the crowd in awe.