Merging with Demon Spirits

Chapter 676: Chapter 498: None of Them Are Simple Characters

On the Steel Petal, the instant the soul skill blossomed, the atmosphere was instantly ignited.

Amidst cheers, the audience eagerly watched the light curtain.

Lin Feng and his group were equally enthralled.

This was a battle concerning kingship, concerning the future.

For some, strength is far more important than life. Therefore, although there are five challenges available, the battles appear exceptionally fierce.

”So strong!”

Lin Feng watched the match, exclaiming in his heart.

The contestants who made it to the semi-finals were all strong, not one of them weak, and some even matched the strength of ordinary Martial Kings.

If it weren’t for the popularity vote, even he wouldn’t have easily secured a spot as a candidate.

As the battle commenced, everyone watched the various light curtains, feeling a bit dazzled for a moment, only choosing the most exciting ones to watch.

Though the battles were fierce and strong contenders were everywhere, there were still universally acknowledged figures not to be trifled with lightly.

Their trademark was that no one dared to challenge them.

Compared to the lively battles on other stages, three stages appeared notably quiet.

Aside from Bu Yuanlong, who appeared first, there was also an apparently harmless, middle-aged fat man, and a two-and-a-half-meter tall man with dark skin and long braids like a war god.

The middle-aged fat man was named Zhou Xian; the war god-like man was named Du Shan. Neither were unknown, with both having glorious achievements and being recognized powerhouses.

No one wanted to challenge these three.

According to the competition rules, each candidate has five challenge opportunities. After each battle, therapists are available to heal and replenish soul power, so even challenge failures don’t matter.

Five challenge opportunities are indeed many, but to secure a spot as a candidate, one must win three in a row.

As long as one is defeated, they must start over.

This is why everyone is cautious and dares not challenge recklessly.

Some began challenging, while others delayed, still observing.

There were also candidates who, like the audience, watched the light curtains, observing the fighting styles, martial skills, and soul skills of various competitors.

At the same time, various factions and corporations began to take things seriously, with many staff members recording various data on mini-computers.

This ’Might Makes Right’ semi-final represents all top-notch experts below the king of Hua Country. Being a candidate signifies strength and value.

Especially in these special times.

All factions are cultivating their strong, anticipating someone to stand guard when war comes.

Just as everyone was watching, suddenly there was a burst of exclamation and screaming.

A spectacular battle was being displayed on a light curtain.

The petal stage was vast; even team battles would find it spacious. Yet, it seemed extraordinarily crowded now, as seven demon beasts appeared on the stage, all of Ninth Tier.

”A fierce person indeed!”

Yu Qiao exclaimed in shock.

Among the seven Ninth Tier demon beasts, three were flying demon beasts, and each had different abilities and attributes. Some were defensive, others offensive, forming an exceedingly coordinated small squad.

Who could fight this?

Even a typical king might retreat in face of this.

To win against it would be a pyrrhic victory, hardly worth the risk.

This might be the reason the summoner summoned seven summoned beasts at once.

”Damn it.”

The summoner’s opponent, a middle-aged man, swore under his breath, surrendering by flying out of the ring.

He originally thought he was up against a nobody, never expecting to face a monster instead, wasting a challenge opportunity.

How can you possibly fight this?

Even if he could win, he wouldn’t dare take the risk.

Fighting a summoner is perilous; carelessness might cost one’s life.

While demon beasts are intelligent, they are naturally violent. Even under a summoner’s control, they might riot.

After summoning seven demon beasts at once, the youth’s stage similarly quieted down.

The young man, quite ordinary in appearance, wasn’t surprised when his opponent surrendered. Sitting in the ring, he closed his eyes, and his figure gradually became covered by his summoned beasts.

”Who is this guy, so monstrously strong, yet unheard of?”

Yue Mingming curiously asked, looking at the youth hidden behind seven demon beasts, his tone tinged with envy.

As a fellow summoner, he had five Eighth Tier summoned beasts but couldn’t control Ninth Tier ones, let alone seven.

Compared to others, he understood better how hard it is to control seven Ninth Tier demon beasts and the high demands of spiritual control power.

Indeed, this ’Might Makes Right’ contest contained no simple characters, as an unknown youth was monstrously strong. With the ’King Becoming’ plan approaching, Yue Mingming felt immense pressure.

If not for Lin Feng and his group, even if eligible, he would have chosen not to participate.

Because it’s a plan he simply can’t partake in at his current stage.

The appearance of the summoner caught the eye of various factions, inquiring about this youth’s details.

Compared to other professions, summoners are undoubtedly more precious.

A powerful summoner is equivalent to a small team; their combat power and impact are unmatched by other occupations.

Yet other than a name, Wang Chenyi, little information was available about him.

”Interesting.”

In the audience, Hong Tao’s eyes showed interest for the first time.

He, too, was a summoner, acknowledged as Hua Country’s top summoner, a one-man army capable of controlling Celestial Chart demon beasts.

”Does this Wang Chenyi qualify to be your disciple?”

Someone beside him asked.

”It’s worth considering.”

Hong Tao smiled and replied.

Hearing him, many beside Hong Tao looked at Wang Chenyi with a trace of envy.

Those qualified to sit beside Hong Tao were representatives of major factions and corporations, many wishing to align with Hong Tao, though they lacked the means.

Having Hong Tao’s support meant a meteoric rise.

This innately gifted summoner, with Hong Tao’s support, would surely become a king.

The battle continued, and it wasn’t just Wang Chenyi; Xu Rongguang, previously popular and likely to secure a popularity spot, was performing equally brilliantly. He had won two consecutive matches, needing only one more win to secure a candidate spot, yet no one dared to challenge him now.

”Such monstrous battle techniques!”

Compared to the fierce battles of Wang Chenyi and Xu Rongguang, a fight on another ring seemed mundane, yet it equally astounded Lin Feng.

The combatants were clearly unequal in strength and had a wide age gap, one a middle-aged man, the other a white-haired elder.

The middle-aged man was a nine-star Demon Spirit Master, the elder a Lingyun Martial Artist.

Among 394 candidates, only 23 were Martial Artists, the rest Demon Spirit Masters, illustrating the latter’s supremacy over the former.

In terms of strength, the middle-aged Demon Spirit Master surpassed the elder in power and speed, besides having soul skills, yet the elder easily won the fight.

And he won effortlessly.

Using battle techniques, the elder claimed victory with overwhelming advantage.

This match drew attention to many, showing that battle isn’t merely about demon spirit tier or soul skill.

”Zhao Lingyun!”

Lin Feng silently noted the elder’s name.

He realized this man might be even more dangerous than Wang Chenyi.

Due to age, the elder may struggle to break through to Martial King on his own, but with abundant resources, there’s still a chance.

This terrifyingly skilled Martial King now stood nearby, an unsettling thought indeed.

The elder seemed ordinary at first glance, easy to underestimate if overlooked. Consequently, others kept challenging him, only to meet defeat.

The elder soon won three consecutive matches, securing a candidate spot.

As eliminations continued, the competition grew increasingly intense.

In under half an hour, five people had secured candidate spots by winning three consecutive matches.

Simultaneously, three lost their lives forever.

Despite therapists present, some battles were too fierce to hold back, leading to deaths, offering no chance for treatment.

The loss of two lives momentarily subdued the atmosphere, but excitement quickly resumed.

”Dean Bu must feel comfortable, not needing to lift a finger.”

Dong Yunan remarked with a smile. An hour had passed, and perhaps due to his renown, no one dared challenge Bu Yuanlong. Just as Lin Feng and others thought he might win unchallenged, a figure appeared before him.

It was Xu Rongguang!