Nine Revolutions Star Transformation

Chapter 271: Chapter 280: Who Is Truly Number 1

Chu Linfeng’s punch could be described as earth-shattering. The massive energy attack struck the large bell, causing the surrounding space to tremble violently, which everyone could clearly feel.

Immediately, the bell emitted an unprecedented loud echo that reverberated in everyone’s ears, a phenomenon no one had experienced before.

At the same time, the enormous rebound force instantly struck at Chu Linfeng. However, his left hand already unleashed a punch. The huge impact of the Demon-Breaking Fist collided with the rebound force, producing a slight crisp sound.

The rebound force was indeed powerful. Chu Linfeng’s third style of Demon-Breaking Fist surprisingly found itself at a disadvantage. After about two seconds of standoff, it pushed him back several steps before he regained his balance.

The bell continued to sway relentlessly, but everyone on the training field was too stunned by the scene before them to utter a word.

At this moment, Chu Linfeng’s face was extremely pale. Although he wasn’t injured by the rebound force, more than half of the Chaos Qi within him had been expended. He stared intently at the swaying bell, his heart filled with endless thoughts.

Unexpectedly, his attempt succeeded this time. Practicing martial skills in his mind and executing them in reality were two different things entirely. Achieving success illuminated a beacon of hope, giving him more security for the future of his life.

”Good! Zhao Long, you truly did not disappoint me. For someone your age to have such attack power is indeed unbelievable. Although you performed an Earth Tier Upper Grade martial skill, it would be impossible without sufficient Star Power.

I’m very curious. Judging by your martial skill’s attack power, your Star Power should be at least above the Second Level of Celestial Martial Realm. Why then are you only at Earth Martial Realm now?” At this moment, Chu Linfeng heard Luo Ping’s voice.

He knew this was a secret transmission technique, similar to what Sima Jingyi used before. It might not be considered a martial skill, but it was quite useful.

Chu Linfeng withdrew his thoughts and walked over to Luo Ping with a smile, saying, ”I’ll tell the Grand General about these things when the time is right, but now isn’t the time. Many people are still waiting to complete the trial.”

”Hmm, you indeed stand out and are quite mysterious. Your performance ensures your place as a Royal Guard for sure.” Luo Ping spoke, this time loudly, so everyone present heard clearly.

Many people still bore expressions of surprise, and upon hearing these words, they immediately reacted. Various cries and discussions sprang forth incessantly across the field.

Wei Qun was undoubtedly the happiest at this moment. He hadn’t expected Chu Linfeng to be so formidable. Being promoted directly by the Grand General implied that Chu Linfeng’s attack completely reached the top three caliber.

The only regret was that the result wasn’t announced. Though everyone was eager to know, they could only slowly wait for the final end of the trial to be revealed.

Luo Er Mu was also full of puzzlement. Although he found Chu Linfeng somewhat mysterious for achieving first place in the initial round, he thought Chu Linfeng hadn’t broken through the Celestial Martial Realm, naturally reducing his attack power. Yet now, such developments were indeed unforeseen.

”Brother Long is really impressive, bringing yet another surprise for everyone, especially since he wasn’t harmed by the rebound force despite such strong attack power, even finding a way to counter it—truly a genius.” Luo Er Mu said to Wei Qun.

”Haha, Brother Long is definitely the best; otherwise, why would I follow him? You should know he once slew a Fourth Layer Celestial Martial Realm expert. Just based on this alone, I’m not worried about him.” Wei Qun laughed.

This statement was a shock to Luo Er Mu, more striking than the blow Chu Linfeng delivered earlier. A martial artist at Earth Martial Realm actually slain a Fourth Layer Celestial Martial Realm expert—such a feat was virtually impossible.

The most difficult thing to accept was that the Celestial Martial Realm expert was of the Fourth Layer, completely overturning his understanding of power levels. When did people at Earth Martial Realm become so mighty?

Though he was puzzled, his face showed nothing, for who could tell if this guy was bluffing? So he laughed, saying, ”Your bragging skills are really impressive; I’ve learned something today.”

Suddenly, Wei Qun appeared to recall something. Chu Linfeng had once instructed him not to casually mention this to others, and he had forgotten, now shocked internally, he laughed, ”Occasionally bragging isn’t bad; I’m just happy!”

Those words left Luo Er Mu feeling bewildered, starting to doubt Wei Qun’s earlier words, ultimately choosing to believe the latter. Regardless of how powerful Earth Martial Realm is, it’s unable to comprehend domains.

While Celestial Martial Realm’s domains aren’t complete, trapping Earth Martial Realm individuals is easy enough, hence slaying such remains simple, meaning Wei Qun’s lies would unravel themselves.

Chu Linfeng walked over then, seeing the two looking at him curiously, he smiled, ”What’s with those looks? Just one attack, were you scared?”

”Tch! Shortly, I’ll surprise you greatly too; what’s so impressive!” Luo Er Mu immediately responded.

”Brother Long, are you okay? Your face looks pale; were you hurt by the rebound force?” Wei Qun asked worriedly.

”I’m fine, just consumed a lot of Star Power; I’ll be fine after I recover,” Chu Linfeng replied.

”Haha, didn’t realize you had some skills. But don’t celebrate too soon; Ying Tianchou hasn’t gone up yet, and his attack power is very strong,” Luo Er Mu said.

”That kid couldn’t possibly be a match for Brother Long; wait and see,” Wei Qun immediately countered.

As they spoke, several people completed the trial, leaving fewer remaining.

Chu Linfeng’s standout performance surprised everyone. Now, the only one everyone wanted to see was Imperial City’s notorious Ying Tianchou. Although this person was usually arrogant, his prowess was formidable, evidenced by achieving second-place in the first round, showing he wasn’t just reputation without substance.

As time passed, the number of people remaining dwindled, and Luo Er Mu hadn’t gone up yet. Amidst the crowd’s anxious wait, Ying Tianchou finally advanced.

He slowly approached the large bell, glanced towards Chu Linfeng, and made a disdainful gesture. Then, he took out a golden long sword from his Storage Ring.

Ying Tianchou scrutinized the bell before mobilizing Star Power within, causing a golden glow to appear on his body.

Seeing this, Chu Linfeng felt slightly surprised, ”What martial skill is this? It’s so imposing.”

”Haha, it’s not a martial skill; it’s his comprehension of Elemental Attributes. Ying Tianchou understood the Gold Element, which’s common knowledge in Imperial City.

The Gold Element’s nature is its indomitability; its attack power is very domineering, which is one reason his strength is so formidable. Additionally, he’s learned an Earth Tier Upper Grade martial skill called Flowing Gold Dominator, its power quite formidable.” Luo Er Mu explained.

Chu Linfeng saw Ying Tianchou’s body and sword shimmering with golden light, countless gold elemental molecules coalescing on him.

After about a minute had passed, like Wei Qun, he suddenly leapt into the air, quickly slashing out the sword. A two-meter-long golden sword aura immediately transformed into a massive golden dragon, emitting a thunderous dragon roar as it charged at the bell.

”Boom!” The golden dragon’s illusion collided with the bell, and the bell’s sound echoed like Chu Linfeng’s earlier, a deep and prolonged sound.

After unleashing this attack, Ying Tianchou quickly flew backward several meters, enduring the rebound force, yet skillfully utilizing the momentum flew back several more meters before landing on the ground.

The entire movement was graceful, as if the rebound force had no effect on him. Ying Tianchou’s performance again deeply amazed everyone.

Internally, there was much debate about who truly deserved first place...