Holy Fist!

Chapter 421 Light Eagle Film, White Sanctuary!
Yunshan Valley was originally a scenic area, with a resort nearby. The valley has undergone modern renovations, with mountain staircases, metal handrails, and even elevators and observation decks.

In the center of the valley, a stream meanders and stretches into the distance.

Beside the stream, the Martial Arts Association had constructed a massive battle plaza, measuring hundreds of meters in length and width, forming a square. On the left side of the mountain wall, several powerful characters, imbued with the strong will of a grandmaster, were inscribed.

"Martial arts competition!"

Yunshan Valley, next to the battle square.

Inside a towering building resembling a modern airport, a large crowd thronged, comprised of martial arts practitioners from all over the world. Among them, the proportion of powerful individuals was extremely high, including many masters of their respective martial arts schools. After all, the minimum qualification for this martial arts tournament was to become a senior master of a martial arts school.

Half past seven in the morning.

Looking up, the sky was azure, cloudless, and as clear and flat as a mirror. The rooftops of the reinforced concrete buildings next to the battle square, with their metal frames and large pieces of tempered glass, shimmered faintly.

On the square, temporary seats were set up, surrounding the central stage to form three concentric viewing areas. The innermost circle of seats was for the martial arts tournament participants, the middle circle was for people related to the participants, and the outermost circle was for spectators who had come purely to watch the competition.

Bai Xiao sat in the front row.

He was still wearing his black and gold dragon and elephant fighting uniform today, exuding an aura of dominance. The Dragon and Elephant Martial Arts School had prepared more than a dozen sets of the same style of clothing for Bai Xiao, and even some in different colors, such as white and gold.

Battle Plaza, the rectangular area facing the center of the stage.

A single glance revealed figures renowned throughout the world! The subtle aura emanating from them was terrifying, making one's heart pound wildly.

It was just to the left of the white owl.

He then saw the Knife Demon, Mountain Fist, Heavenly Dragon, Whale King, and others.

On the right, there were several martial artists whose attire and appearance were distinctly different from those of the Tianxia Federation. For example, the most eye-catching was a celestial being, elegant as a court mural in the sunlight. This person was approximately 1.77 meters tall, with a slender figure like a forged silver blade, smooth muscle lines, and a posture as still as a snow-covered pine tree in frost. His skin was pale and translucent like porcelain, and his eyebrows, eyes, and nose were exquisitely refined. His blue eyes were as clear as a frozen polar lake, and his silver hair cascaded down to his waist.

It has a slightly curved and curled shape.

At first glance, she is breathtakingly beautiful and elegant.

However, he was clad in a moonlit silver armor, with an eagle's head emblem etched on his breastplate, and layers of shoulder armor stacked like ice crystals, bound by a hollowed-out metal belt. The hem of his battle robe was trimmed with dark gold, and coupled with a pure white cloak, his movements resembled flowing clouds.

It also adds a sense of majestic power, like that of an ancient general.

"Light Eagle?"

Bai Xiao immediately recognized who the other person was.

White Eagle Republic, Light Eagle Film. This person has a pact with Blade Demon to settle their score, and his strength is in the first tier below Grandmaster! He can be described as a prodigy; he's a full twelve years younger than Blade Demon, yet he's already touched the threshold of Grandmaster. It's unknown whether he has a chance to break the record for the youngest Grandmaster in the martial arts world—a Grandmaster in his thirties is unimaginable!

This person is internationally renowned, known for his perfection. His beauty, charisma, and leadership skills are all top-tier. In recent years, he has gradually formed a force independent of other major martial arts factions in the White Eagle Republic. If Light Eagle Philin can achieve Grandmaster status, his Heavenly Kingdom will leap to become a top-tier faction, exerting a significant influence on the entire martial arts world of the White Eagle Republic.

"Shh..."

In the distance, perhaps because they sensed Bai Xiao's gaze, they...

Felin's perfect profile twitched slightly as she turned to look at him, her clear blue eyes, like jewels, possessing an almost unreal, dreamlike beauty.

He and Bai Xiao exchanged a glance, then smiled.

Her posture was elegant and charming, excessively beautiful.

Bai Xiao withdrew his gaze expressionlessly, but his brows furrowed slightly. Guang Yingfeilin seemed very friendly, even offering him a benevolent smile. However, perhaps because he was too perfect, Bai Xiao felt that the other person was wearing an exquisite mask, covering his face and presenting it to outsiders. As for what kind of face lay beneath that pristine mask…

That's unknown.

not far away.

Light Eagle Film was a step behind White Owl before slowly withdrawing his gaze.

A slight, inexplicable smile played on his lips, though it was unclear what he was laughing at.

Time passed slowly, and it was exactly eight o'clock in the morning.

In the center of the square, on the stage.

The organizers of the martial arts tournament held an opening ceremony. There were no messy song and dance performances; almost all those who took the stage were representatives of martial artists from various secret martial arts worlds. There were representatives from the White Eagle Republic, the Star Glory Federation, as well as from different small countries, and representatives from the Tianxia Federation Martial Arts Association.

Overall, it emphasizes the positive vision of the martial arts tournament.

The purpose of holding the martial arts tournament is to facilitate communication and exchange within the global martial arts community.

To promote each other's progress.

The entire opening ceremony lasted for more than an hour. Around 9:30 a.m., the organizers of the martial arts tournament began to explain the competition rules.

Next, the participants went on stage to draw lots.

Since many of the participants were prominent figures in their respective martial arts worlds, they all drew their numbers one by one.

As the host called out and introduced the topic.

Bai Xiao got to know many martial artists whose names he had only heard of.

For example, the Spirit King of the Star God Palace in the Star Radiance Federation actually appeared to be a child. He seemed to be only 1.4 meters tall, dressed in a simple and old-fashioned black robe. His rather childish face bore a dignified and weathered expression. It was unclear whether this was due to his cultivation technique or simply his unique personality.

Apart from the Spirit King and the Light Eagle.

He also encountered a slightly less formidable demon and a paladin. The former was shrouded in a wide, hooded black robe; all that could be seen was his tall, thin frame, his features obscured, and even his gender unknown. A chilling, ghostly aura emanated from him, like a venomous snake lurking in the shadows.

The latter, clad in towering, imposing armor, exuded a sacred and majestic aura, radiating a dazzling gold. His entire body was encased within the armor, his mask obscuring all vision, allowing only a deep, resonant voice to be heard.

"The martial arts tournament has attracted top experts from all over the world."

“There were even some faces I’d never seen before, people I’d never heard of, who faintly exuded an aura extremely similar to that of the demons and paladins…” Bai Xiao silently watched the stage, observing the entire process.

"On stage," the host said again.

"Tianxia Federation, Dragon Elephant Martial Arts School, White Owl."

It was his turn.

Bai Xiao stood up straight and walked onto the stage.

Then, they quickly drew their own number.

"number 11."

He glanced at the numbers, then turned to leave the stage.

However, at that moment, Bai Xiao inexplicably sensed a faint malice from the audience below, watching him.

That was the effect of extremely high mental fortitude and the secret technique of the Mind's Eye.

He subconsciously turned his head to look.

That malicious intent vanished quickly, as if it were just an illusion.

"Lion King Kavi?"

Bai Xiao's gaze swept quickly across the front row, but he didn't spot the Lion King's tall, blond figure. Logically, after that crushing defeat a few days ago, Kavi shouldn't be able to participate in the martial arts tournament anymore, and he certainly hadn't seen him just now. So, who sent that inexplicable malice?

As Bai Xiao walked off the stage, he scanned the crowd in the front row.

Even after he returned to his seat, he still couldn't pinpoint the source of the earlier malice. However, Bai Xiao did notice something interesting. The Dead Sword Sig, with whom he had spoken at the sharpening and tea-tasting gathering a few days prior, was now completely fixated on Light Eagle Felin, his gaze imprinted on that flawless, exquisite profile, as if he wanted to devour him whole.

At first glance, one might think that the Radiant Eagle Felin was simply too beautiful, and that Death Sword Sig was captivated by her appearance. But closer observation reveals a deep-seated, suppressed hatred and rage in Sig's eyes, as if they were mortal enemies. It seems that the two have had some complicated history.

Around 10:00 AM, the lottery was completed, and the opening ceremony concluded.

However, the martial arts tournament did not begin immediately afterward.

Led by staff, numerous spectators arrived at the brand-new viewing area. This martial arts tournament's viewing area was prominently built on both sides of the valley's rocky cliffs. There were steps and concrete platforms offering a commanding view of the plaza below.

There are some safety considerations at play here.

Setting up spectator stands directly around the plaza makes it too easy to be caught in the crossfire of the martial arts tournament's battles. Especially later on, when the top masters of the martial arts schools clash at full power, the sheer volume of noise could instantly demolish an entire block!

Even with referees and staff present, it's impossible to guarantee everyone's safety.

Even the referees and staff themselves cannot protect themselves.

Located on the right side of Yunshan Valley, at a scenic mountainside platform.

White Owl faintly smelled the scent of seawater. This valley was located at the very edge of the sea. To the right of the valley was a sparse forest, beyond which lay a beach, and then the boundless sea.

After enjoying the scenery.

At 11 a.m., many participants and spectators of the martial arts competition left Yunshan Valley and walked along the road to the nearby resort.

They enjoyed a hearty lunch here.

Some people, with nothing better to do, started sunbathing and scuba diving on the distant beach. In reality, swimming is prohibited in this area due to the presence of sharks and poisonous jellyfish in the nearshore waters. But this group of martial arts enthusiasts had no reason to be afraid of such things; they did whatever they wanted. Some even stood on sharks, enjoying the thrill of surfing.

After relaxing to my heart's content, it finally arrived at 12:30 pm.

Time is up.

Numerous participants arrived early, settling into a modern building adjacent to the battle plaza. The layout resembled an airport, with gleaming marble floors, a crisscrossing steel structure in the dome, and a section of wall facing the battle plaza made of tempered glass, allowing spectators to watch the players battle. Inside the waiting hall, rows of seats were scattered throughout.

Dozens of contestants, exuding a powerful aura, took their seats.

The seats are labeled with numbers and names.

12:45 PM.

As the audience entered, they flocked to the viewing platforms on either side of the Yunshan Valley. From these elevated vantage points, they had a panoramic view of the battle arena.

In the square, all the seats were removed, and the stage was dismantled. Some barbed wire and metal pillars resembling a boxing ring were symbolically placed along the edges.

Actually, it doesn't really have any deterrent effect; it just makes things look more formal.

One p.m.

A host dressed in a striking red outfit stood in the center of the square.

He looked around and announced loudly.

"The 13th Martial Arts Tournament".

"It will officially begin at 1 PM today!!!"

A rumbling sound echoed through the valley, reaching every corner. In the air-conditioned waiting hall, Bai Xiao slowly opened his eyes.

On the retina, rows of black information flashed by.

[Profession: Martial Arts Tournament Warrior (Activating)]

[Conditions: 1. Strength level of Senior School Master or above√, 2. Eligibility to register for the competition√, 3. The martial arts tournament will be held in four days√]

His gaze sharpened slightly as time ticked by.

In the "Occupation" section, something is rapidly magnifying and shining.

"Buzzing..."

You have activated the new class "Martial Arts Tournament Warrior"!

This is a one-time special class, with built-in enhancement rewards!

As you focus your gaze, a job panel appears.

[Occupation: Martial Arts Tournament Warrior]

[Mission: Complete Victory (No Limit)]

[Mission: The Strongest Below Grandmaster (Stage 3)]

Bai Xiao focused all his attention on the two tasks.

Undefeated Stance: In this martial arts tournament, you aspire to achieve complete victory. Each time you defeat an opponent, you will receive victory points based on your performance and the enemy's strength. It is important to note that draws are not allowed in this mission; a draw results in defeat.

If you fail, your victory points will be reset to zero, and the mission will be interrupted.

Note: In a perfect winning stance, every 50 wins equals one potential point!
Look downwards.

The Strongest Below Grandmaster: The 13th Martial Arts Tournament has gathered top experts from all over the world. You must defeat them to establish your title as the strongest below Grandmaster! During this tournament, you can obtain a job enhancement opportunity once each at the top 16, top 4, and championship stages.

Note: There are a total of three enhancements, each more valuable than the last. Especially when you become the champion of the martial arts tournament and powerfully obtain the title of the strongest below the Grandmaster, the final enhancement might be a mysterious and precious gift.

Bai Xiao took a deep breath, and his spirits lifted.

The martial arts professions for the martial arts tournament are finally here!

……

In the battle square, the host continued to announce the numbers.

It started at 1 p.m. and has continued until now at 2 p.m.

Ten contestants had already taken to the stage and begun their battles. The weakest were senior martial arts masters, while the strongest were masters at the Transcendent Realm. No peak-level masters had yet been selected. Nevertheless, the fights between these martial artists provided a feast for the eyes of the spectators. After all, they were all originally masters of their respective martial arts schools and sects; the clash between experts, the use of their trump cards and killing moves, was thrilling to watch.

However, throughout the Yunshan Valley, both participants and spectators knew that the first five matches were merely appetizers.

Now comes the main event!

The battle square was covered in dust and lingering fog.

A figure in red suddenly appeared.

"Next, please welcome..."

"Number 25, White Eagle Republic, White Sanctuary, Ronan!"

"Against..."

"Number 11, Tianxia Federation, Dragon Elephant Pavilion Master, Bai Xiao!"

Immediately, two powerful figures exuding peak aura slowly rose from their respective positions and walked coldly and silently toward the battle square.

In an instant, a clamor of discussion arose throughout the entire Yunshan Valley.

This is because both of them are quite famous in their respective martial arts worlds!

A true pinnacle of combat power.

A figure at the level of a first-rate sect leader.

At this very moment, war has begun!
(End of this chapter)