Supreme Star Card Master

Chapter 987: Chapter 780: Cutting Down the Disciple

Self-preservation, collaboration, surprise attacks...

Even though the arena’s mixed battles are straightforward and brutal, one can clearly assess the combat skills of those participating!

With just one confrontation, several individuals are wounded in the chaos, activating a talisman to retreat from the competition space.

Within the time of an incense stick, nearly thirty percent of participants are eliminated, and the elimination rate gradually slows down afterward.

”Elite fighters from top sect powerhouses generally have some level of strength.”

Su Yuan observed, then his gaze fell on a Fire God Alliance master.

This person was encased in a Fiery Fire Cover, like a scorching sun, with the mere leftover impact of the blazing sun continually causing diminishing burning damage in the surrounding area.

Others couldn’t get close, not to mention that their attacks were melted by the sun’s remnants and posed no threat.

”Epic Skill of the Transformation Realm, with Star Power Talent reaching B+, moreover possessing a formidable fire element.” Su Yuan nodded slightly, making a judgment after several glances.

”This should be the strongest person in the field, almost able to rank around 70 on the Great Flame’s Radiant Moon List.

The others, from Red Sun Sect, Thunder Fire Pavilion, and even elite members from other forces, barely have listing capabilities.

Additionally, Teng Jinghua has indeed made considerable progress...”

Su Yuan’s gaze fell on Teng Jinghua, who wielded an Ice Cold Long Sword, with more agile control over Ice Star Power, making notable progress in close combat strength.

Moreover, in the high-pressure and chaotic environment, she was extremely calm, having already defeated 3 people in this short time, truly outstanding.

It’s worth noting that those who come here at the Radiant Moon Level think, more or less, that they have some abilities.

Regardless of whether it’s the Fierce Star Selection or the Fierce Moon Selection, the participants aren’t necessarily battling to the death, as the Twelve Fierce Moons are limited in number.

Even if unable to successfully join the Twelve Fierce Moons, it’s an opportunity to show off one’s strength to various forces on the four high platforms.

Securing a good position and treatment within various forces is what more of the Radiant Moon-level masters need.

”Previously, he already had rankable strength on the Radiant Moon List; now, who knows what his limit is.”

Su Yuan chuckled, looking at Luo Bingtong beside him.

”Just see how far you’ve trained him.”

Luo Bingtong nodded slightly in acknowledgment: ”Should be... doable.”

”Puchi puchi!” Ruan Ruan, seemingly aware of the situation, transformed a small hand and raised a thumb.

While Su Yuan was observing the masters in the competition space, Cao Yuanzheng and the others on the northern platform were doing the same.

Zhou Yi’s expression was slightly tense: ”Leader Cao, your Meng Zhaojun is increasingly impressive; this strength has made a qualitative leap compared to two years ago.”

Cao Yuanzheng smiled contentedly: ”While Elder Meng Zhaojun is a rising star, his insight is astonishing. Now in my Fire God Alliance, he scarcely meets a match.”

Lin Yong beside them spoke gravely: ”No wonder your Fire God Alliance only sent him alone; Leader Cao is indeed very confident.”

Cao Yuanzheng stroked his beard and laughed courteously: ”Meeting opponents from your two sects is uncertain, as Yin Yang Sect’s Xu Xiuyu and Thunder Fire Pavilion’s Bai Jianhang are famous masters in the Western Desert.”

Lin Yong recalled something and asked: ”Speaking of which, is Elder Jiang Yang from your sect not competing? Having trained the Yin Yang Cycle to the Transformation Realm should make him comparable to Xu Xiuyu, right?”

Zhou Yi’s expression instantly turned somber and he replied coldly: ”Elder Jiang is unwell and did not come today.”

”Unwell...” Lin Yong looked towards the Yin Yang Sect members not far away, pondering, ”Moreover, ’Bomber’ Ning Su is also nowhere to be seen; after this mixed battle, the Twelve Fierce Moons have to accept challenges.”

Upon hearing Lin Yong, Zhou Yi’s expression darkened further, he was about to speak when Cao Yuanzheng laughed heartily.

”There’s no need to talk much about our four sects’ masters, let’s focus more on newly emerged masters from other forces... that one wielding the Red Tassel Fire Gun seems to be from Shen Family Manor?”

A Radiant Moon master of the Fire God Alliance behind Cao Yuanzheng replied: ”Reporting to the Alliance Leader, that is the fourth grandson of the manor holder of Shen Family Manor, named Shen Tong.”

Cao Yuanzheng nodded slightly: ”Not bad, Shen Family Manor has promising successors...”

As Cao Yuanzheng shifted the topic, Lin Yong thought about it but didn’t say more.

Lin Yong turned to look at the competition space, swiftly focusing on a tall female using a Fiery Fire Saber.

”Saber skill bold, aggressive like fire, defeating 4 people in moments, what is her background?”

The Radiant Moon master of the Fire God Alliance replied: ”Seems to be from Huo Luo Country, reportedly a fugitive.”

”Her strength is indeed decent.” Cao Yuanzheng nodded, instructing further, ”Elder Peng, connect with her post-battle.”

”Yes, Alliance Leader.”

Lin Yong frowned slightly, having been the one to speak first yet Cao Yuanzheng intervened!

Lin Yong coldly snorted once more and scanned again: ”Oh? That one wielding the Ice Greatsword also seems to show no lack of strength, where is she from?”

Trailing behind Lin Yong was previously Dou Lun, who negotiated in Zhao Yue City with Shi Qingyuan regarding the Burning Sun Star Core.

At that moment, Shi Qingyuan took a closer look and immediately had a slight change in expression.

Shi Qingyuan quietly warned: ”Master, that’s Teng Jinghua from Qingming Palace, formerly with the Storm Alliance, reputedly strong enough to rival the Fierce Moon.”

”A member of Qingming Palace...”

Lin Yong raised his eyebrows, aware the news about Thunder Fire Pavilion exchanging the Star Core for Dou Lun had spread.

Rendering Thunder Fire Pavilion rather aggrieved...

Lin Yong shook his head, muttering dismally, but upon looking up, Zhou Yi across seemed even more displeased...

Inexplicably, Lin Yong felt somewhat cheerful.

Furthermore, piecing together recent information about Yin Yang Sect and Qingming Palace, Lin Yong faintly speculated on something.

”Could it be, Jiang Yang and Ning Su...”

Lin Yong was deep in contemplation when a crimson light abruptly streaked across from above, landing in the field and revealing two figures.

Leading was Wei Qingyun of the Red Sun Sect, holding a wine gourd with a noticeable amount of alcohol scent about him.

”Boss Wei, you seem to have arrived quite late, haven’t you?” Cao Yuanzheng slightly furrowed his brow, showing some displeasure in his expression.

He was hosting the Fierce Moon Selection, and Wei Qingyun had carelessly arrived so tardily; the other factions here to watch definitely noticed, which has surely dented the Fire God Alliance’s prestige!

Wei Qingyun, however, casually laughed it off: ”Haha, when you meet a kindred soul over drinks, a thousand cups isn’t enough. I just happened to drink a few more with an agreeable drinking buddy; sorry about that, everyone.”

Cao Yuanzheng, Lin Yong, and the others then looked behind Wei Qingyun, only to see a small, unkempt old man with graying hair.

He appeared much older than Cao Yuanzheng, similarly reeking of alcohol.

”This...?” In the southern audience seats, Su Yuan was somewhat stunned upon witnessing this scene, ”Teacher?”

Luo Bingtong was also slightly surprised, looking towards the northern high platform.

The old man beside Wei Qingyun turned out to be Yang Yifeng, who had gone to the tavern earlier.

Drinking and drinking, actually drinking together with the Boss of the Red Sun Sect?

And now, even following him to the VIP seats on the northern high platform?

It’s absolutely ludicrous!

Su Yuan felt both amused and helpless, though his gaze grew slightly solemn, becoming a bit more alert.

Although he didn’t know what was happening, if his teacher was caught off guard, it would be trouble.

However, his teacher was not someone who acted recklessly; he wouldn’t have gone if he wasn’t confident.

Cao Yuanzheng scrutinized Yang Yifeng, but couldn’t discern anything. There seemed to be a slight Star Power fluctuation within the latter, but it was utterly weak, not like someone skilled.

Cao Yuanzheng asked, ”Boss Wei, who is this gentleman?”

Yang Yifeng quickly replied, ”Greetings, alliance leaders and bosses, I’m just humble old Zheng Chusheng.”

Wei Qingyun laughed heartily: ”Old Zheng got along with me very well; we hit it off at first sight. It happens he also wanted to watch the Fierce Moon Selection, so I brought him along.”

Cao Yuanzheng, Lin Yong, and the others furrowed their brows slightly, examining Yang Yifeng closely.

They saw that his aura was lethargic and frail; though possessing some Star Power, it was exceptionally weak, appearing to be nothing more than an ordinary elderly cultivator.

”Could he really be an ordinary person?” they wondered internally.

Still, considering it was Wei Qingyun, it wasn’t surprising; he could drink and chat all night with those of the lower three levels...

Zhou Yi shook his Water and Fire Treasure Fan with a laugh: ”Boss Wei, as the boss of the Red Sun Sect, don’t let yourself be deceived by any Jianghu charlatans, or the joke will be on you...”

Wei Qingyun’s expression was indifferent as he casually replied with a smile: ”No need to worry, Master Zhou. Old Zheng, come, let’s continue drinking over there!”

”Haha, sure~”

Wei Qingyun took Yang Yifeng to a corner where they resumed their drinking and hearty conversation.

Cao Yuanzheng and the others frowned but said no more.

Just as their attention was focused on Yang Yifeng, murmurs suddenly erupted from the audience seats.

”That person is truly formidable; even the Yin Yang Sect experts can’t withstand him!”

In the Competition Space, cold air surged, and Teng Jinghua, wielding an Ice Cold Long Sword, had confronted an expert from the Yin Yang Sect.

The two exchanged blows, and Teng Jinghua’s close-quarter combat left the opponent in a miserably awkward situation.

”Yin Needle Burst!”

The Yin Yang Sect expert extended his left hand, causing Water Element to surge explosively and, in an instant, unleash a myriad of all-pervasive Yin Water Cotton Needles!

Yet Teng Jinghua, with acute perception and quick reflexes, swiftly drew back while raising a hand to form a layer of solid ice.

”Clang, clang, clang!”

All the incoming Yin Water Cotton Needles were corroded by the cold before even coming close, ultimately solidifying on the ice wall.

”Block?”

The Yin Yang Sect expert sneered; he intended to force the opponent into a defensive retreat, thus executing the Absolute Killing Sword Technique!

He held the longsword horizontally, as the sword’s water light converged towards the tip, creating an intensely sharp sensation.

It was precisely the renowned sword move of the Yin Yang Sect—Dripping Water Penetrates Stone!

But Teng Jinghua didn’t even give him a moment; with a tap of his left hand, the defensive solid ice before him surged forward to strike the Yin Yang Sect expert.

The Yin Yang Sect expert sneered, hastening his charge to pierce through the ice and the advancing Teng Jinghua simultaneously!

”Dripping Water...”

”Boom!” In mid-air, the ice suddenly exploded, countless ice crystals bursting out to strike the Yin Yang Sect expert abruptly.

”Ah!!”

While charging, the Yin Yang Sect expert cried out in agony, even his left eye was shattered.

In the blink of an eye, Teng Jinghua, wielding his sword, leaped in for the kill.

The Yin Yang Sect expert, with only his right eye open, hurriedly swung his sword to block, yet was knocked back by a powerful strike!

”Pfft!”

The Yin Yang Sect expert spat out a mouthful of fresh blood, his face ashen, gritting his teeth, and hastily flipping his hand to extract a talisman to escape.

However, at this moment, fragments of ice on his arm suddenly spread again, freezing it up to the segment.

”Huh??” The Yin Yang Sect expert’s expression froze.

Then, with a ”boom!” the ice burst exploded once again, severing the expert’s left hand holding the detachment talisman!

In the next moment, snow and frost surged, and Teng Jinghua, wrapped in icy snow, pierced his sword through the expert’s chest amidst his shocked eyes!