I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors? Chapter 590: Battle of the Twin Stones
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Chapter 590: The Duel of the Two Stones
The Ten Saints Grand Competition was in full swing within the Jiuding Secret Realm.
The group of disciples from Wendao Academy, led by Chu Feng, had remained inactive throughout the first two days of the event.
However, as dawn broke on the third day, a graceful young man stepped out from the ranks of the Northern Yuan Sacred Dynasty.
Gripping a long sword, he directed a loud shout toward the Wendao Academy camp: "Shi Xuan, I have arrived. Do you have the courage to face me?"
This thunderous challenge instantly drew the attention of the massive crowd.
Curious expressions appeared on many faces when they realized the youth was targeting a disciple of the Wendao Academy.
A murmur rippled through the onlookers: "The name Shi Xuan sounds quite familiar. Haven't I heard it somewhere before?"
"Shi Xuan is the disciple of the Qiankun Great Sage. To protect that disciple, the Qiankun Great Sage once fought two Saints right here in the Northern Yuan Sacred Dynasty. The memory of it is still vivid."
"Hiss..."
Hearing this, the nearby cultivators gasped in shock.
The personal disciple of a Saint existed on a level far beyond that of ordinary geniuses.
Even the Saint Sons of various major holy lands did not always receive direct instruction from a Saint.
"That kid has some nerve, daring to challenge a Saint’s follower."
"Indeed, his courage is immense."
"..."
On the Wendao Academy’s spectator platform, Chu Feng and his followers watched the scene, their eyes turning toward Shi Xuan.
Cao Youqian teased, "Little junior brother, the seeds you planted back then have finally ripened today."
Shi Xuan replied with a smile, "Isn't this a positive development? I was actually worried this fellow wouldn't show up to fight me."
Rising to his feet, he bowed to Chu Feng and said, "Master, your disciple shall take his leave first."
"Mm."
Chu Feng gave a slight nod. He was eager to see if his disciple, a destined major villain, could overcome the Shi family’s destined son.
Shi Xuan stepped forward, hovering in the air as he looked down upon Shi Hao from above.
He declared, "Shi Hao, you’ve finally arrived. I have been waiting for this moment for a long time."
The tension in his words was palpable, alerting the audience that something unusual was happening.
The spectators began to gossip fervently.
"Is there a grudge between these two?"
"Judging by their expressions, it’s a deep one."
"..."
The chatter of the crowd failed to move the two combatants.
Shi Hao slowly unsheathed his blade: "Shi Xuan, our scores will be settled here today. Regardless of who wins or loses, or who lives or dies, our families shall not be dragged into this. Do you dare to fight?"
"Why would I refuse?"
Shi Xuan chuckled. "It’s the perfect chance to see what sword techniques the Sacred Dao Academy has taught you over the last decade that gave you the confidence to challenge me."
"Make your move now, lest I strike first and leave you with no chance to retaliate."
Arrogant—he was incredibly arrogant!
Hearing those words, many in the crowd wished they could take Shi Hao's place just to see how powerful Shi Xuan truly was.
Yet, Shi Xuan had the right to be boastful.
After all, which young genius wouldn't be prideful after being personally mentored by a Saint?
In fact, someone as low-profile as Shi Xuan was the exception to the rule.
Within the Northern Yuan Sacred Dynasty, many eyes were fixed on Shi Xuan.
Even though Shi Xuan had previously claimed he wouldn't return to claim the throne of the Northern Wasteland King, they still didn't want to see a Saint emerge from the Northern Wasteland.
The ideal outcome for them was for both Shi Xuan and Shi Hao to be severely injured, ending their hopes of reaching the Saint realm.
That way, the resources the Sacred Dao Academy spent on Shi Hao wouldn't be entirely wasted.
Amidst the crowd, a beautiful woman watched Shi Hao’s back, her hands clenched in silent prayer: *Brother Shi Hao, you must triumph. You must return alive.*
Shi Hao’s expression shifted slightly at Shi Xuan’s taunt, and his aura suddenly erupted.
The crushing pressure of the Unity Realm expanded instantly, covering dozens of miles and trapping Shi Xuan within its scope.
"Shi Xuan, do you know what I despise most about you?"
"Why don't you tell me?"
Shi Xuan remained composed, showing no rush to attack as he questioned back.
"I hate that condescending look you wear, as if everything I have achieved was merely a gift from you."
As Shi Hao spoke, his presence grew even more formidable.
A beam of Saint Light enveloped him, manifesting into the image of a black dragon dharma floating behind him.
"Saint Body Great Completion!"
The observers, all elite experts of the Xuanzhou Continent, recognized Shi Hao’s extraordinary state immediately.
Achieving Saint Body Great Completion meant that upon reaching the Nirvana Realm, he would at least awaken a divine body.
With enough luck, he might even manifest an immortal body.
"You certainly possess a fair amount of self-awareness," Shi Xuan remarked calmly, as if discussing something trivial.
"Hmph!"
Shi Hao let out a cold snort. "Today, I will drag you down from your pedestal and rip off that fake mask!"
"If you have the skill, feel free to try. However, your Saint Body Great Completion alone won't be enough."
As Shi Xuan spoke, his body began to radiate divine light, and his own Unity Realm aura surged forth.
The pressure that had been weighing on him was instantly shattered by his own power.
The gap between the two became clear the moment their auras clashed.
The audience fell silent, though their respect for Shi Xuan's strength grew significantly.
The leaders of the Northern Yuan Sacred Dynasty looked on with grim expressions.
Shi Xuan was developing far faster than they had anticipated.
How exactly was the Qiankun Great Sage training his pupils?
The young woman’s face turned pale at the sight.
But a moment later, she felt a sense of confusion.
Why did Shi Xuan’s aura feel so familiar, as if she had encountered it somewhere before?
Shi Hao, the one directly facing the pressure, did not falter. Instead, he looked increasingly excited.
The more powerful Shi Xuan appeared, the more satisfying this battle would be.
Clang!
Shi Hao drew his precious sword, leveling it at Shi Xuan. "Draw your weapon. Even a cultivator in the Nirvana Realm might struggle to defend against this strike."
Shi Xuan smiled leisurely. "You aren't seriously comparing me, a Saint’s follower, to those ordinary Nirvana cultivators of the mortal world, are you?"
"Still acting tough? Fine, witness my sword!"
With those words, Shi Hao lunged forward, thrusting his blade toward Shi Xuan.
"Dragon Roar in the Nine Heavens!"
Clang!
As the sword moved, a true dragon materialized!
Shi Hao’s sword intent took the form of a whistling true dragon charging at Shi Xuan.
The combination of sword might and dragon might left the gathered cultivators in awe.
"Sword Intent Great Perfection!"
"It's only the third day, and we finally see a disciple with Sword Intent Great Perfection!"
"The Northern Yuan Sacred Dynasty has produced a true prodigy. To reach Sword Intent Great Perfection just after entering the Unity Realm... he is destined to become a Great Sage!"
The elders of the Northern Yuan Sacred Dynasty nodded in approval.
Regardless of Shi Xuan's strength, they believed he would at least be forced into a mutual defeat with Shi Hao.
"Is this the limit of your power?"
After speaking, Shi Xuan casually unsheathed his own long sword, meeting the oncoming sword-intent dragon with a relaxed wave of his hand...