Realm-Hopping Martial Master

Tianqing County was near the state city, and its people valued Martial Arts. Even ordinary merchants knew a few moves. However, they were all stopped by the Heavenly Patrol outside the square. Only Martial Artists at or above the Bone Forging Realm were allowed to get close. After all, no one could guarantee they wouldn't be affected by the residual energy from the clash between the two geniuses on the Little Dragon Tiger List. At this moment, the Clan Leaders of the Ten Great Clans also made their appearance, working with the Commander of a Thousand Households from the Heavenly Patrol to maintain the true energy shield above the arena.

"Young Master Ouyang has arrived!"

On the other side of the square, a chorus of female voices rang out.

Ouyang Jun, holding a Jade Bone Fan, approached at a leisurely pace. He was a member of the prominent Ouyang Clan from the county seat and was extremely popular there. After ascending the Little Dragon Tiger List, his fame had soared even further, and countless young women were deeply enamored with him.

"Tang Yujian, you are no match for me."

Releasing his true energy, Ouyang Jun gently leaped onto the arena platform. He was graceful and poised, a stark contrast to Tang Yujian beside him, who carried a huge sword on his back and had broad, bare shoulders. The supporting shouts from below grew even more distinct. It wasn't just about appearances; Ouyang Jun's calm and composed demeanor made the Martial Artists in the crowd feel that this was how a Martial Arts genius should be.

In a tavern near the Danxia Chamber of Commerce, Jiang Shu sipped a cup of harmonizing tea, taking in everything happening in the square. The Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi stirred, and even though he was quite far away, some sounds still carried clearly to his ears. The manager of the Danxia Chamber of Commerce, pouring tea, wore a helpless expression. His status was high in front of ordinary Martial Artists, but before a genius like Jiang Shu, he had no say. The decision has been made; all I can do is listen.

In my opinion, to truly witness a battle between geniuses on the Little Dragon Tiger List, one has to be in the square. Only then can you immediately feel the fluctuations of true energy and sense the geniuses' power. Geniuses ranked in the eighties or nineties are already this formidable; one can only imagine the terror of Zhao Zhongming, ranked twenty-second in the state city.

"Just sit down," Jiang Shu said, observing from afar. "Barring any surprises, Ouyang Jun is likely to lose."

Having reached his current Realm in Martial Arts, he no longer judged by mere outward appearances like the Martial Artists in the square. Their spirit, energy, and essence were all within his range of observation. In terms of physical vitality and blood qi, Ouyang Jun and Tang Yujian were almost equal. But in terms of Spirit, Jiang Shu could clearly feel that Tang Yujian was more like an unsheathed sharp blade, wantonly flamboyant. Ouyang Jun, on the other hand, despite appearing like a charming, carefree gentleman, already seemed somewhat deflated under Tang Yujian's imposing Spirit. A brief exchange wouldn't determine a winner. But if the battle dragged on, Tang Yujian would only grow stronger.

"After finishing this cup of tea, I plan to head to the state city," Jiang Shu said indifferently.

He hadn't come to watch their fight. He was here merely to ascertain roughly where he stood on the Little Dragon Tiger List. Now, it seemed that neither Tang Yujian nor Ouyang Jun was his match. It was time to go to the state city and battle Zhao Zhongming.

「The Square.」

「The Arena.」

Tang Yujian scoffed. He had come to challenge with considerable confidence. Drawing the shoulder-width greatsword from his back, he looked at Ouyang Jun and said, "It seems your time in the county seat has made you quite leisurely, hasn't it?"

"You don't believe it?" Ouyang Jun shook his head. He snapped his fan open and shut, as if activating a hidden mechanism. Jade bones shot out from the fan. This Jade Bone Fan wasn't just a decorative tool; it was his newly forged weapon! Each jade bone, specially crafted, was hard enough to slice through iron as if it were mud. Strands of true energy wove around the ten jade bones, forming them into a pointed cone that spun wildly towards Tang Yujian.

"A bit interesting." A glint flashed in Tang Yujian's eyes. He swung his greatsword, colliding with the spinning cone.

CLANG!

A loud tremor resounded across the arena.

Ouyang Jun stepped forward and waved his hands. The ten jade bones reassembled into a disc shape, spinning as it aimed to slash Tang Yujian's throat.

"Mere tricks! They can never overcome true power!" Tang Yujian bellowed, his voice shaking the heavens.

Every muscle in his body bulged. His greatsword, enveloped by five strands of true energy, glinted dazzlingly in the sunlight. With a single strike, he repelled the jade-bone disc. He then stomped hard on the arena, launching himself into the air. Layers of sword energy gathered at the edge of his greatsword, seeming to pulse with boundless power.

"Return!" Ouyang Jun grunted, his brow furrowing slightly.

This is tougher than I thought. The jade bones are cunning, their attack angles making them difficult for Martial Artists to defend against. But Tang Yujian is no ordinary Martial Artist; he can wield that greatsword so tightly that not even a breath of air could pass. My repeated attacks have all been ineffective. If that's the case, then let's have a real fight!

He recalled the jade bones to his hand. Unseen by anyone, as he grasped the jade bones, a slender Golden Needle shot out from his sleeve, hidden among the ten jade bones.

"Go!"

The ten jade bones hovered above Ouyang Jun's palm. With a push of his hand, he advanced step by step. Layer after layer of Tang Yujian's sword energy was shattered by his swift and fierce attack. From start to finish, Ouyang Jun seemed to have the upper hand. Below, the cheers grew even louder.

Even in the tavern above, the manager looked as though he wanted to say something but held himself back.

Jiang Shu thought, It's somewhat interesting, but still relies too much on clever tricks.