NOVEL WEB Chapter 1055: Consecutive Victories
Zhang Chen's defeat, and Chen Yu's remark "Not much of a challenge," left the veteran disciples on site humiliated and angry.
"What an arrogant guy!"
"We absolutely cannot let him leave like this."
If they just let it go, not only would the veteran disciples lose face, it would also mean they agree to Chen Yu being with Lin Yuxuan.
Besides the veteran disciples, the new disciples were also dissatisfied.
Most of these new disciples were Chen Yu's rivals, among them Lin Tianfeng was the planner behind this rumor, but his goal was not reached; instead, Chen Yu's reputation increased, giving him the feeling of shooting himself in the foot.
"No, we absolutely need to let Chen Yu end miserably."
Lin Tianfeng's gaze was sinister.
"Chen Yu, you deliberately spread rumors, slandering Sister Yuxuan's reputation, wanting to monopolize her. Yet you hid in your cave for a year, letting Sister Yuxuan bear external pressure alone. Dare you claim you truly like her? You are not worthy of her!"
Lin Tianfeng shouted, inciting dissatisfaction and resentment toward Chen Yu.
Lin Yuxuan is a genius of the human race in her generation, and the number one beauty of the Heavenly Martial Sect; many men, despite their best effort, struggle to gain her favor.
And Chen Yu treated Lin Yuxuan like this, even more infuriatingly, they actually got together.
Chen Yu was somewhat baffled upon hearing these words.
He had previously given a negative answer to Geng Handong; when did he intentionally spread rumors?
Moreover, his year in the cave was spent in closed-door cultivation, breaking through bottlenecks.
"What nonsense are you talking?"
Chen Yu coldly retorted, startling Lin Tianfeng once again, for shadows of fear lingered.
"Besides, I do not like Senior Sister Lin."
Chen Yu felt it necessary to clarify.
A woman like Lin Yuxuan would be liked by no man; when Chen Yu saw her, he indeed felt goodwill, but it hadn't reached the level of romantic affection.
Upon hearing these words, Lin Tianfeng continued to distort the facts: "You do not like Sister Yuxuan, yet you insist on clinging to her. I know your aim — climbing the Lin Family. You are too despicable and shameless, treating Sister Yuxuan as your tool for ascension."
With Lin Tianfeng putting it this way, the emotions of the veteran disciples present were stirred.
After all, Lin Tianfeng is also a Lin Family genius; he might know more of the truth, making his words slightly more credible.
If Chen Yu does not like Lin Yuxuan, yet stays with her, his only aim could be networking with the Lin Family, which is utterly disgraceful.
The veteran disciples exchanged glances and deliberated a strategy to deal with Chen Yu.
That strategy was to continue challenging Chen Yu.
"Let me try."
A thick-browed man stepped forward.
He was a friend of Zhang Chen, both admirers of Lin Yuxuan, and with Zhang Chen defeated by Chen Yu, he couldn't help but want to teach Chen Yu a lesson.
"Chen Yu just had a prolonged fight with Zhang Chen, surely costing him stamina and vitality; Brother Li's chances of winning are great."
"Moreover, Brother Li cultivated 'Ancient Barbaric Sky-shattering Technique,' known for its ferocity and explosiveness. Once, an opponent of the same rank from a different race fell in three moves under Brother Li's explosive power, caught unprepared!"
The thick-browed man's figure was imposing, radiating a formidable ancient aura all over, like an unrivaled ferocious beast, extremely threatening.
"Chen Yu, you defeated Zhang Chen; you truly are the first among new disciples. Do you dare face me for another battle? I bet ten units of Profound Meaning crystals against you."
"If I win, you must agree to Zhang Chen's previous terms."
The thick-browed man shouted.
"Brother Chen, do not agree; they are engaging in a battle of attrition."
Suddenly a voice emerged from within the crowd; it was Kong Qiuye.
She and Kong Xiaomu had also arrived, upon learning Zhang Chen was defeated, another late-stage Condensed Star Realm veteran disciple was about to challenge Chen Yu, they immediately urged him against it.
"No matter, I accept your challenge!"
Chen Yu didn't mind.
The thick-browed man gave him a feeling not much stronger than Zhang Chen.
The recent fight with Zhang Chen hadn't fully stabilized his second Primordial Power Star, so he needed an opponent.
Seeing Chen Yu accept, the thick-browed man sprang out, landing on the Sky Martial Battle Platform.
Nearby some veteran disciples, new disciples all showed delighted smiles.
"Good, this kid truly is arrogant; a few flattery words, a bit of provocation, he accepted the challenge."
Lin Tianfeng smiled smugly; his previous efforts hadn't been in vain.
"Quickly, go find Geng Handong."
Lin Tianfeng transmitted to a Lin Family disciple.
Geng Handong had previously challenged Chen Yu at his cave; his strength is formidable, ranking ninety-ninth on the Heavenly Martial List.
…
"Begin."
The steward's voice had just fallen, and the battle erupted instantly.
Roar!
The thick-browed man suddenly roared, like a pack of ancient ferocious beasts roaring furiously, shaking the heavens.
This was precisely the combat technique "Sky Shattering Roar" from the "Ancient Barbaric Sky-shattering Technique."
Chen Yu had also studied sonic combat techniques, immediately activating his constellation form, then deploying spatial profound meaning, enveloping himself.
The spatial barrier had a strong dampening effect on vibrational sound waves.
Chen Yu only felt a tremor and numbness throughout his body, without any discomfort.
Swoosh!
Chen Yu's strategy mirrored before, he closed in on the thick-browed man, primordial power converging onto his fists.
Boom!
He unleashed a punch, light exploded.
Simultaneously, the thick-browed man stomped heavily, the Sky Martial Battle Platform shook intensely, and a violent dark wave burst out from beneath his feet.
Rumble!
Their attacks collided, explosions ensued incessantly.
Both retreated over ten steps, with no advantage gained.
"This kid, after an intense battle, faces Brother Li's 'Ancient Barbaric Sky-shattering Technique,' yet manages to fight to a draw."
This scene astonished everyone, causing sudden unease.
Though to Chen Yu, the fight against Zhang Chen was hardly an intense battle.
Bang thud!
The valley roared with explosions constantly, each roar symbolizing the fierce clashes and engagements between the two.
Suddenly, the thick-browed man erupted with an overwhelming barbaric aura, transforming into a massive black ape; his attack power surged immensely.
Chen Yu remained vigilant, fully activating his Star Physique and employing the Star Pattern Robe to enhance his defense.
"Brother Li's 'Ancient Barbaric Sky-shattering Technique' can simulate the might of a Holy Beast, amplifying the power of his combat skills. This aura and form probably resemble the already extinct 'Giant Spirit Ape'."
Zhang Chen watched the fierce battle on the Sky Martial Battle Platform.
He noticed that although Chen Yu's aura was temporarily suppressed, it wasn't crushed; instead, it was constantly rising.
The thick-browed man's attacks seemed fierce but were unable to harm Chen Yu, having little effect.
"Good."
Chen Yu smiled faintly; this was precisely the kind of intense engagement he needed.
The combat style of the thick-browed man suited his taste perfectly, ideal for Chen Yu to stabilize his Primordial Power Star, with efficiency twice that of battling Zhang Chen.
"Damn it, does this guy never get tired with such abundant stamina?"
The thick-browed man was somewhat shocked.
Chen Yu was adept in Body Cultivation; his attacks consumed both primordial power and physical strength.
And this was Chen Yu's second match, yet he maintained high speed, impeccable defense, immense power, and relentless attacks as if he were not human.
"Holy Spirit Furious Fist!"
The thick-browed man's primordial power surged within him, gathering between his fists, then unleashed with a ferocious strike.
The gigantic black ape behind him also swung its fists simultaneously, emanating a torrential might.
This killer move left the new disciples in awe, giving rise to a sense of insurmountable pressure.
"Such a powerful blow, indeed worthy of being a disciple of the Heavenly Martial Sect."
Chen Yu took a deep breath, his heart accumulating strength, augmenting his power.
Bang!
He mobilized his entire strength, channeling the primordial power of two Primordial Power Stars, and delivered a full-force punch.
Boom!
Thunderous noise shook the sky, storms surged into the heavens, sweeping in all directions.
At the center of the explosion, two figures both retreated.
The thick-browed man's face was slightly pale; the previous move consumed considerable energy for him.
In contrast, Chen Yu's Star Pattern Robe was shattered, leaving him with some wounds and bloodstains, indicating significant injuries.
But Chen Yu laughed.
"Haha, thank you."
This fierce confrontation thoroughly compressed and stabilized his stars, integrating his two forces into one, becoming even more formidable.
His aura became restrained, smooth as one.
The battle was not over yet.
Suddenly!
Chen Yu charged out again, launching an attack.
The thick-browed man's face changed drastically, as Chen Yu's aura far surpassed before, with even greater attack power in his punches and kicks.
"His cultivation has been fully stabilized amidst the fierce battle."
Zhang Chen could hardly believe it.
Ordinary people would never dare to stabilize their recently broken-through cultivation in this manner.
If injured, their foundation would become even more unstable.
But Chen Yu had in a short time stabilized his cultivation, showing increased strength after two rounds of fierce fighting.
On the Sky Martial Battle Platform.
Seizing victory, Chen Yu employed 'Six Flames Sword Finger,' 'Blood Crystal Flame,' and other techniques.
After all, with the goal of stabilizing his cultivation achieved, he could swiftly conclude the battle.
It wasn't long before the thick-browed man conceded defeat.
The scene fell silent.
Victory in two consecutive matches against senior disciples!
Lin Tianfeng was utterly dumbfounded, fear rising in his heart: "How is Chen Yu's strength so formidable?"
He already regretted it; perhaps he shouldn't have orchestrated all of this.
But having come this far, he had no way to turn back.
The senior disciples exchanged glances, filled with surprise and silent anger.
Losing two matches against a new disciple of only a year was a disgrace to them!
They very much wanted to challenge Chen Yu again.
But Chen Yu had already fought two battles; confronting him again would be taking advantage, too shameless.
Even if they won in the end, it wouldn't bring any good reputation.
"Chen Yu, today you've fought two matches, so I won't take advantage of you. After you've rested a few days, I will challenge you."
A black-faced man said.
He had previously failed to break through on the Rising Sky Platform, then spread word to besiege Chen Yu.
He was very envious of Chen Yu, who had not only broken through his cultivation but also gained fame and the favor of the goddess.
"Oh? A battle today isn't out of the question either."
Chen Yu's face remained calm, his words exuding absolute confidence.
His cultivation had already stabilized, but he had yet to test his newly acquired White Tiger Sky Splitting Claw.
Moreover, after his heart's transformation, he could hardly feel the limits of his stamina, having battled twice without fatigue.
Another reason was that Chen Yu knew it was this man who spread the message, causing many to besiege him, harboring some animosity towards him.
"Arrogant!"
Suddenly, all the senior disciples were somewhat irritated.
But only by defeating Chen Yu could they have the right to say so.
"Oh? You still want to fight a third match today?"
The black-faced man was surprised and asked earnestly.
He didn't want to take advantage of Chen Yu, but if Chen Yu offered it, why not take it?
But just at that moment.
A cold wind swept in, causing everyone around the valley to shiver involuntarily.
"Brother Tianfeng, Geng Handong is here."
A Lin Family disciple hurried over and reported in a low voice.