I am a full-level celestial master, you let me enter the strange talk of rules?

The power of this "Hidden Dragon Transforms into Sky-Supporting" technique, this pure and abundant energy, and the sense of suppression it exerted on his Half-Saint Great Perfection power, suggests that his opponent's attainments in the Half-Saint realm are probably quite profound!
Not only Jin Wu, but also the discerning elders in the audience were moved, their faces showing a variety of complex expressions, including shock, doubt, and sudden realization.

"Something's off about Yin Kui's aura!"

"Such immense power! Such domineering dragon might! This is something no one in the initial Saint Realm could possess!"

"When did he break through to the Half-Saint realm? Why was there no word of it at all?"

"Jin Wu has made rapid progress recently and has reached the Great Perfection of Half-Saint. I thought he could easily surpass Yin Kui, but I didn't expect Yin Kui's progress to be even more terrifying!"

Many people's eyes unconsciously turned to the white-haired elder who accompanied Zhang Yangqing.

The white-haired elder stroked his beard, a knowing and gratified smile on his face.

His initial worries had vanished.

He overheard a familiar old friend ask in a low voice, "Old Bai, what's going on with Yin Kui? Didn't we hear he was attacked by a strange force a few days ago, seriously injured and on the verge of death, unable to even speak? How come he's not only fully recovered from his injuries in just a few days, but he's also broken through to a higher level?"

The white-haired elder chuckled, his voice not loud, but enough for many attentive people around to hear clearly: "That's right, when Yin Kui returned last time, he was indeed afflicted by a strange contamination, and his injuries were extremely severe, almost shaking his very foundation. I also thought that he would need to remain dormant for at least a year or two to slowly recover."

He paused, a hint of emotion and admiration flashing in his eyes: "Who knew that this boy's willpower and talent would be so strong, far exceeding my expectations! Not only was he not defeated by his serious injuries, but he also took this opportunity to break down the old and build anew!"
In the process of expelling pollution and healing his injuries, he seemed to have gained a deeper understanding of his own bloodline and power, breaking through his bottleneck and entering the realm of a semi-saint! This explains why his 'Hidden Dragon Transformation' had become so powerful, and why his aura had become more refined and profound.

The white-haired elder's first statement was true, while the second was his own interpretation, though it was a reasonable interpretation.

"No destruction, no construction; destruction precedes construction!"

The powerful figures around them pondered these eight words, and when they looked at Yin Kui on the stage, whose imposing aura was able to suppress Jin Wu, a half-saint at the Great Perfection, their eyes revealed expressions of relief, amazement, and even a hint of envy.

So that's how it is! It was an epiphany and breakthrough after being seriously injured! That explains it!

Although it sounds unbelievable, it doesn't seem entirely impossible for a peerless genius like Yin Kui, who possesses the ancient Hidden Dragon's battle blood and is already exceptionally talented.

After all, the trials on the brink of life and death are often the best way to unleash one's potential.

This explanation instantly dispelled the doubts in the minds of the vast majority of people.

Only a very few people who are extremely meticulous or know Yin Kui inside and out might still feel that something is wrong, but they temporarily suppress their doubts in the face of the powerful reason of "destruction before construction".

Of all the people present, perhaps only the woman with the captivating eyes truly understood the "truth" of the matter.

She stood below the stage, looking at the imposing figure on the stage, who seemed like a true dragon descending to earth, her heart churning with turmoil.

This is hardly a case of "destruction before construction"!

This was clearly Zhang Yangqing's terrifying talent and comprehension. In just a few days, he mastered all the cultivation techniques and secret manuals left by Yin Kui, and even innovated upon them, reaching a perfect realm that even Yin Kui himself had never achieved!

He not only perfectly imitated Yin Kui's moves, but also explored and elevated the essence of the power contained within them to the extreme!
Therefore, even though he had just entered the semi-saint realm, he was able to suppress Jin Wu, who was at a higher level and had already reached the great perfection of the semi-saint realm, by relying on his more refined understanding of the moves and his more perfect application of power!
This is no longer just a difference in talent, but a crushing defeat on a dimensional level!
Wait a minute, the peach blossom-eyed beauty froze at this thought. Wasn't this guy from a lower dimension, just like me? Why did it feel like a dimensional attack? But now, no one was there to explain to her. The peach blossom-eyed beauty looked at Zhang Yangqing with awe, but also with a kind of shock that was almost like looking up to a god.

She increasingly felt that by following such a being, she might actually be able to see scenery that ordinary people could not imagine.

Just when everyone thought that Zhang Yangqing would take advantage of the opportunity when Jin Wu was defeated and his aura had not yet calmed down to launch a fierce follow-up attack, thus securing victory in one fell swoop, and possibly even defeating Jin Wu.

Zhang Yangqing did something that surprised everyone.

The towering silver dragon phantom on his body slowly dissipated, and his violent aura quickly subsided. He even took a half step back, widening the distance between himself and Jin Wu.

Then, he stood with his hands behind his back, his posture calm and composed, as if the earth-shattering blow he had just delivered was merely a casual gesture.

He looked at Jin Wu, whose face was solemn and who was fully alert, preparing to receive the next attack, and said in a tone that was calm but with a hint of approval:
"Jin Wu, you defended well against that 'Sky-Piercing' move."

This sentence brought the tense atmosphere to a standstill.

Then, amidst the surprised and puzzled gazes of the crowd, Zhang Yangqing continued in his calm tone, "My move is over, it's your turn."

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The entire audience, including Jin Wu on the stage, fell into an almost frozen silence.

Everyone's expressions froze, as if they had heard something incomprehensible.

My turn is over? Is it your turn?

What... what does this mean? This isn't child's play, nor is it a martial arts match with fixed rounds!
This is a life-or-death duel between geniuses! How can you stop after one move and tell your opponent "it's your turn"?!
Jin Wu was completely dumbfounded. He stared wide-eyed at Zhang Yangqing, and the first thought that popped into his mind was: "Are you playing turn-based games?!"

But he didn't shout those words out.

In a split second, he immediately thought of another aspect.

So many clan elders and seniors were watching!

If Yin Kui were to press his advantage while Yin Kui was still unsteady and his breathing was disordered, even if he won, he would inevitably be criticized behind his back for "winning unfairly," "not understanding the rules," and "being impatient and lacking the demeanor of a master."

On the contrary, by taking the initiative to stop and relinquish the "first move," one appears magnanimous, upright, and absolutely confident in one's own strength! This will undoubtedly win the favor of the older generation of powerful figures who value integrity and magnanimity!

"Good bastard! He actually had this plan in mind!" Jin Wu cursed inwardly, but he had to admit that Yin Kui's move was indeed brilliant, and it also subtly enhanced his own image.

However, he quickly sneered: Pretend! Keep pretending! You think you can secure victory like this? Let me make the first move? You'll pay the price for your arrogance! I haven't even revealed my true cards yet! (End of Chapter)