Battle Through The Heavens : I Am The Thunder Emperor

Chapter 346: Strength Shows Miracles, Zi Yan Breaks the Golden Shield

As the elder with the lion head coldly shouted, a chorus of howls echoed from Yunlan Mountain. The once silent rear mountain suddenly came alive with bursts of light. Streams of powerful energy surged as numerous strong warriors from Mulan Valley, who had been lurking in the shadows, finally revealed themselves.

Nearby, Yun Shan couldn't suppress the rage boiling in him. With a smashing motion of his cup as a signal, the Yunlan Sect elders, already waiting, leaped into the sky.

Seeing the Mulan Valley experts and Yunlan Sect elders spring into action, a wave of excitement spread across the plaza. It seemed clear that a major battle was inevitable today.

In the audience below the stage, upon seeing Mo Yu, the expression of the Beast King darkened. A cold smile crept onto his face.

"Mo Yu, today is my day of celebration, yet you lead people up Yunlan Mountain. Are you here to congratulate me?" The Beast King raised his head to look at Mo Yu, and then, with a playful grin, continued, "I've heard that Sect Master Yun Yun once had a relationship with you. Now that the woman you love is coming to my arms, how do you feel about that?"

Mo Yu's eyes momentarily paused on the woman beside the Beast King, whose face was hidden behind a red veil. Her familiar graceful figure caused a fleeting emotion in Mo Yu's heart.

"You aren't qualified to speak to me. Let the three elders of Mulan Valley make their move," Mo Yu replied, not sparing another glance at the Beast King, a slight smile of disdain appearing on his face.

"You!"

Hearing Mo Yu's dismissive tone, the Beast King's previously triumphant expression instantly turned sour. In just a few short years, Mo Yu had risen from being insignificant to becoming a figure on par with the Yunlan Sect Master and the three elders of Mulan Valley, leaving the Beast King both shocked and enraged.

"Hmph! Such arrogance!" the Beast King sneered. With a tremble of his shoulders, a pair of golden Dou Qi wings emerged from his back.

Flapping the golden wings, his figure rose into the air until he was face to face with Mo Yu. The Beast King coldly sneered, "Since that's the case, I'll see just how much you've grown over these years!"

Although Mulan Valley's intelligence had reported that Mo Yu now possessed Dou Huang-level combat power, the Beast King, having reached the peak of the Dou Wang level, had not slacked off in his training. He felt it beneath him to be so blatantly ignored by Mo Yu and thus wanted to challenge him to a fight.

The three elders of Mulan Valley, observing this, frowned slightly. However, considering that even if the Beast King lost, they were present to prevent anything serious from happening, they allowed him to vent his frustrations.

"Hey! Mo Yu already said you aren't worthy. Why are you still pushing yourself forward? Don't you understand words?" Zi Yan, who stood beside Mo Yu, pouted, her pink lips forming a dissatisfied hum.

Suddenly, her eyes sparkled with an idea. She waved her delicate fists playfully and said, "Why don't you spar with me instead?"

As soon as Zi Yan's words fell, the crowd below erupted into murmurs of disbelief. A girl so young couldn't possibly be that strong, right? After all, the Beast King was the successor to Mulan Valley, a peak Dou Wang only half a step away from breaking through to Dou Huang.

Even though some suspected Zi Yan's abilities, most people shook their heads. This girl may have talent, but she was clearly too arrogant.

"Where did this brat come from? Are you looking to die?" The Beast King's forehead throbbed with frustration. He could accept being looked down upon by Mo Yu, but being challenged by a little girl pushed him over the edge.

"Oh? So, you're accepting my challenge?" Zi Yan giggled, unfazed by the Beast King's anger. She turned to Mo Yu and asked, "Can I start now, Mo Yu?"

"Sure, be careful," Mo Yu replied with a smile.

"My strength will be just fine, don't worry," Zi Yan responded confidently, then flew toward the Beast King.

As Zi Yan flew away, Mo Yu's silver eyes narrowed slightly. He knew Zi Yan's strength well—she could easily knock out even some Dou Huang experts with a single punch. But there was something different about her aura today, something that suggested she was on the verge of breaking through to the Dou Huang level.

She probably sensed it too, and that's why she wanted to use the Beast King to sharpen her skills.

While Mo Yu was lost in thought, the crowd below gasped in surprise at the sight of Zi Yan actually approaching the Beast King. Some were even wondering if Mo Yu had run out of capable subordinates, as he was sending a mere girl to fight.

Even the powerful figures like Jia Xingtian, Nalan Jie, and the elders from the Mu family looked at Mo Yu in astonishment. Why would he agree to let such a young girl challenge the Beast King, a peak Dou Wang with abilities to rival newly ascended Dou Huang?

Only Xiao Yan, Lin Yan, and others from Canaan Academy understood Mo Yu's reasoning. They exchanged pitying glances toward the Beast King. Clearly, he had never experienced the wrath of the "Brute Force Queen." He would soon learn the hard way.

On the celebratory platform, the three elders of Mulan Valley were also perplexed as they observed the white-clad Zi Yan. However, despite their strength, they found themselves unable to see through her.

"Let's observe for now. The Beast King is our carefully groomed successor. Though that little girl is mysterious, her power is clearly at the Dou Wang level. The Beast King should be able to handle her," the elder with the bear head mused.

The other two elders nodded in agreement. It was impossible to retreat without a fight in front of such a large audience; otherwise, Mulan Valley would lose face.

In the arena, Zi Yan shrugged at the Beast King, saying, "I wonder how tough you are. Hopefully, you can withstand a few more punches to keep me entertained."

"Arrogant brat!"

Though she was just a little girl, the Beast King's face darkened with anger at being repeatedly belittled. He sneered maliciously, "Don't think I'll go easy on you just because you're a girl. Since you're with Mo Yu, then prepare to die!"

Seeing the killing intent in the Beast King's eyes, Zi Yan's expression hardened. She flicked her light purple ponytail and lightly lifted her foot into the air. Then, as if stepping on the very air itself, she suddenly brought it down with force.

"Boom!"

As her foot landed, a deafening explosion echoed through the sky. The crowd watched in astonishment as a massive crack, nearly a meter long, appeared in the air where Zi Yan's foot had stomped.

Even some of the Dou Huang experts in the audience blinked in surprise. To create such a rift in the air with just physical strength—how much power did that take? Was she even human?

The Beast King was equally stunned by the display. Though his heart filled with unease, there was no time to dwell on it. He quickly shouted, summoning his Dou Qi, and within moments, a sturdy golden energy shield with a lion's head emblem appeared before him.

"Advanced Profound Class Battle Skill, Lion King's Golden Shield!"

Many in the crowd gasped at the sight. No one expected the Beast King to use one of Mulan Valley's top techniques so quickly. Yet, seeing Zi Yan's terrifying power, they understood why he had no choice.

The Lion King's Golden Shield, formed quickly, radiated a powerful energy, demonstrating the Beast King's strength and talent. However, fate had dealt him a cruel hand—he was up against the "Brute Force Queen," Zi Yan.

Despite her youthful appearance, Zi Yan's physical strength was monstrous, rivaling even that of Dou Huang-level experts. Even a seemingly simple punch from her carried unimaginable force.

"Boom!"

A resounding crash echoed as Zi Yan's fist slammed into the golden shield. The impact sent tremors through the air as if a mountain were crushing down on the Beast King. His face paled as the force from the punch reverberated through the shield and into his body.

"Not good!"

Panic surged within the Beast King. He quickly funneled more of his Dou Qi into the shield, reinforcing it just in time to keep it from shattering.

As the shield stabilized, the Beast King exhaled a breath of relief, though his heart was heavy with dread. That single exchange had drained nearly half his Dou Qi, and now he had no choice but to take the girl seriously.

The intense clash between the two left the crowd holding their breath. Seeing that the Beast King had managed to block Zi Yan's attack, the Mulan Valley and Yunlan Sect supporters finally relaxed a little. If their heir couldn't defeat a mere girl, their morale would take a massive hit.

However, just as the crowd began to calm down, a sly glint appeared in Zi Yan's gem-like eyes. A strange purple glow enveloped her as her arm lit up with energy.

Mo Yu's silver eyes narrowed as he watched Zi Yan's transformation. It seemed she was ready to get serious now.

In the sky, Zi Yan clenched her small fist, and the purple glow condensed into a crystalline layer over her arm. With a smile, she called out, "Here, take another punch!"

The moment her fist swung forward, the very air compressed into an invisible arc. The sound of tearing wind filled the sky as an air cannon, packed with immense force, struck the golden shield.

The Beast King's pupils shrank in fear. Instinctively, he funneled the last of his Dou Qi into the shield, but it was futile.

The shield, which had seemed so indestructible moments before, crumbled in an instant. The fierce energy blast shot through the shield, hitting the Beast King squarely between his legs.

A blood-curdling scream tore through the sky.

"Ahhh!"

Everyone in the plaza was left speechless as they watched the Beast King crash to the ground, clutching his crotch and writhing in agony. Many male spectators reflexively covered themselves in horror.

Jia Xingtian and the other imperial experts also stared in disbelief at the scene. After a moment of silence, they couldn't help but marvel at the power of this seemingly innocent girl.

"She might look harmless, but those punches are no joke," Hai Bodong commented, still in shock.

"Her strength is terrifying. It seems she wasn't even using any energy techniques—just raw physical power," Lin Yan added, echoing the amazement of those around him.

Mo Yu simply smiled. "Zi Yan, great job! Your strength really does make miracles happen."

On the ceremonial platform, the sudden end to the fight left the Mulan Valley elders stunned. Seeing their defeated successor writhing in pain, their faces darkened.

"All Mulan Valley warriors, listen! Anyone who dares disrupt today's wedding—leave none alive!" one of the elders commanded, his voice cold and murderous as it echoed across the sky.

"Let all of the Northwest Continent know: anyone who offends Mulan Valley will face death without mercy!"

(End of Chapter)

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