Chapter 47

"Explosive Essence Palm, this kid actually managed to cultivate it successfully?"

In a corner of the square, Manager Yang's wrinkled old face was filled with surprise. Today, there was nothing unusual in the training room, and after being informed by a subordinate of the Martial Hall that Jiang Yi had participated in the arena, he hurried over. He carefully watched every one of Jiang Yi's battles, marveling each time. Now, discovering that he had successfully cultivated the incomplete secret technique, he was even more astonished.

He finally understood that Jiang Yi was not a fool. The reason Jiang Yi dared to bet with the Martial Hall was because he had a trump card, two trump cards that could turn the tide. One was the Explosive Essence Palm, and the other was his mysterious combat strength.

Jiang Yi's strength could suddenly surge, but it was only for a short time. The Explosive Essence Palm he used just now was clearly only at the beginner level, yet its power was quite terrifying. A Fourth Rank Cauldron Formation Realm strength absolutely could not unleash such powerful force.

Moreover, the black light that appeared on the surface of Jiang Yi's blue essence energy, he observed very carefully, and even the important figures on the viewing platform noticed it. That black light made all the important figures feel a chill in their hearts. Although no one knew what it was, they all vaguely guessed that Jiang Yi's sudden increase in strength was definitely related to this black light.

"Only at the First Rank Cauldron Formation Realm half a year ago, but now he can defeat Liu He, one of the top ten geniuses?"

Manager Yang saw a rising star, and after some contemplation, he lowered his voice and instructed a Martial Hall guard behind him, "Keep an eye on Canglang. Report immediately if anything happens. I'm going to see the Hall Master."

A talent so heaven-defying must be treated with great caution by the Martial Hall. Manager Yang did not know what the Hall Master thought, but in his heart, Jiang Yi's status had risen sharply. He felt that establishing some kind of friendship with Jiang Yi would be a great thing for both him and the Martial Hall.

"Go investigate this 536."

In the viewing platform, Ji Tian quietly instructed a guard, and the head of the Cold Family also secretly ordered an investigation. Jiang Yi had already proven his value by defeating Liu He.

"Liu He, this fool!" Although Liu He had already been sent back for treatment, the head of the Liu Family could still use his influence to let Liu He continue participating, but he was still incredibly furious. His old face was thoroughly disgraced...

"What to do? Head of the Family!"

On the Jiang Family side, Jiang Yunshi hesitantly whispered, approaching. He was originally very unhappy with Jiang Yi, but after this battle, he hesitated. After all, such a talent, if he could be recruited, would be a great benefit for the Jiang Family. Of course, there was also the relationship with Jiang Yunhai. The deputy general had said that Jiang Yunhai was highly regarded by the Western Defense King. If Jiang Yunhai was still alive and what the deputy general said was true, it would be a big problem!

"What to do? This person cannot be left alive!" Jiang Yunshe replied with unusual certainty. Jiang Yunshan, however, remained silent for a moment before shaking his head and saying, "Let's wait until the recruitment is over."

"Big Brother!"

On the Ma Family side, Ma Fei's father, Ma Yongji, was anxious. Jiang Yi had already finished his ten battles and was making a simple record with the city guard before heading straight to the Martial Hall. Seeing him about to leave the sight of everyone, Ma Yongji naturally became anxious.

"What's the rush?"

The head of the Ma Family glared at Ma Yongji and said coldly, "Knowing your son is a waste, you still gave him a treasure to be given away? I say Ma Fei being crippled was inevitable! However... since someone has bullied us, we can't just let it go. Rest assured, I have my own plans. This person must die!"

In the viewing platform's elegant pavilion, the rarely speaking ice beauty, Instructor Su, frowned for a long time, still unable to figure it out. She turned her gaze and looked at the oldest instructor in the academy, asking, "Old Fu, 536's strength is so strange. Can you see anything with your vast experience?"

Instructor Su's words caught the attention of Ji Tian and others, and many people turned to look. Old Fu, however, shook his head and said, "I don't know specifically. This is the first time I've seen such a situation. This kid is very peculiar..."

"Bang!"

On one of the outside arenas, Ji Tingyu lightly struck her opponent, sending him flying off the stage. She glanced in the direction Jiang Yi had left, her beautiful brows twitching, and she murmured softly, "Canglang? Yi Jian? Master Yi? Alright... Tingyu underestimated you. If you can achieve a hundred consecutive victories, Tingyu will personally apologize."

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The subsequent matches, although still exciting, did not have the same impact on the audience as Jiang Yi's performance. The four people on the stage included three young geniuses who were already famous in Tianyu City. Their continuous victories were expected. The identity of the blue-robed youth was also quickly exposed. His name was He Dao, the son of the He family, a hidden noble family in a nearby town. This noble family was not weaker than the five major families, but they had always been low-key. They naturally would not miss such a good opportunity for the Spirit Beast Mountain Academy recruitment.

In just half an hour, Ji Tingyu completed ten consecutive victories. Jiang Henshui and Leng Qianqian also won ten consecutive battles without any doubt. The blue-robed youth He Dao finally completed his ten consecutive victories. With his Eighth Rank Cauldron Formation Realm strength, although he faced resistance from the five major families' descendants, Liu He's惨败 made many top young masters cautious, and they did not dare to recklessly challenge him, giving him a smooth ten consecutive victories.

After the arena matches, the elimination rounds began. However, due to the high-level battles in the arena, the elimination rounds became uninteresting, and the participating martial artists were also listless. Today, five people participated in the arena and all achieved ten consecutive victories. If they continued to win, they would directly take five spots. What was the point of them fighting each other?

The three instructors of the Spirit Beast Mountain Academy and the officers of the Western Defense Army watched for a while and then left. These matches no longer attracted their attention. They were more concerned about tomorrow's arena matches. Many families were caught off guard today, and tomorrow they would definitely try every means to block the five participants in the arena, otherwise, how would their descendants get the spots?

Jiang Yi also knew that tomorrow's arena matches would definitely be intense. He had no choice but to expose the Jiang Family's martial techniques and the treasure he had taken from Ma Fei. He was very clear that his identity had been exposed, at least the Jiang Family and Ma Family knew. So in the next few days, he would be in great danger, and there was even a possibility of losing his life...

He did not know what to do in the future, but he had no other choice. He could only push forward. So after the match, he did not stay for a moment, immediately returned to the Martial Hall to treat his wounds, recover his consumed essence energy, and prepare actively for the next battle.

Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh!

After an hour of cultivation, the wrist injured by Liu He had recovered by more than half. The sound of footsteps outside startled him.

"Canglang!"

The person who walked in was an old man with a face like withered tree bark. His smile made the wrinkles on his face more noticeable. Jiang Yi felt a warmth in his heart when he saw this smile. After living with this old man for a few months, although they did not communicate much, the occasional kindness from the old man made him feel very warm.

"Manager!" He was about to stand up, but Manager Yang waved his hand and took out a porcelain bottle, smiling, "Continue your cultivation. I have nothing much to say. These are three Earth Rank pills, which can quickly restore essence energy. Yes... they are from the Hall Master."

"Earth Rank pills!"

Jiang Yi's lips twitched, his eyes full of surprise and shock. Earth Rank pills were so expensive. When did the Hall Master of the Martial Hall become so polite? He quickly reacted, looking at Manager Yang with gratitude, "Thank you, Manager..."

"Alright, don't say those unnecessary words. Cultivate well and perform well in the matches. As long as you keep winning, the Martial Hall will provide Earth Rank pills for free every day. If you get injured, don't be afraid. As long as you don't die, the Martial Hall will ensure you can continue the match the next day!"

Manager Yang waved his hand and smiled as he walked out. At the door, he suddenly remembered something and said seriously, "By the way, Canglang, the Hall Master asked me to give you a message. To master an Earth Rank martial technique, you must understand its essence. He doesn't understand the Explosive Essence Palm very well, but he told you to pay attention to one word... 'Explosion!'"

Manager Yang left, and Jiang Yi's eyes lit up. Earth Rank pills every day? As long as he didn't die, the Martial Hall would ensure he could participate the next day? With the Martial Hall as his backing, what did he have to worry about? He was suddenly filled with determination, secretly deciding to go all out and achieve a hundred consecutive victories!

"Explosion?"

He quickly swallowed a pill and sat down to cultivate, first restoring his essence energy and then trying to understand the essence of the Earth Rank martial technique. If he could master the Explosive Essence Palm, his chances of achieving a hundred consecutive victories would be even greater.

The night passed without incident.

The next day, Jiang Yi got up early, had a good meal, and left the Martial Hall when it was time. After walking more than ten zhang, he subconsciously turned back and saw a middle-aged man with earrings and Manager Yang on a platform above the Martial Hall, silently watching him. He suddenly took off his mask, grinned, and bowed deeply.

After that, he threw the mask to a guard at the gate and walked briskly toward the arena. Since his identity was already exposed, he didn't want to hide anymore and decided to go all out.

"Whoosh!"

He activated his essence energy in his feet, his body darting onto the arena like a wolf. He scanned the viewing platform and found that the important figures had not yet arrived. He closed his eyes and stood calmly, waiting for the match to begin.

"It's him, Black Flag Brother, it's this person!"

In a corner on the east side of the square, a handsome young master pointed at Jiang Yi, his whole body trembling with hatred. His eyes were filled with venom, and he looked at Jiang Yi as if he wanted to tear him apart.

In the Fengyue Tower, his dantian was destroyed by Jiang Yi. After that, he mobilized all the forces he could to search for Jiang Yi for months, but in the end, he found nothing. This period was a nightmare for Ma Fei. He could not rest until he killed Jiang Yi...

"Alright, Ma Fei!"

Ma Heiqi patted his shoulder coldly, his gaze fixed on Jiang Yi, and he smiled, "Don't worry, my father has already made arrangements. I will also participate today. Jiang Yi... must die!"