Chosen One, how did I end up as the villain?

"Huff, huff..."

The heavy breathing echoed like a mediocre, tangled melody on the ladder to heaven.

The immense pressure ravages the flesh and blood, threatening to crush one's spine.

Qin Huaiyu was no longer as relaxed as before. Now, with every step he took, his muscles were spasming, his bones were trembling, and the pain spread throughout his body as if thousands of fine needles were piercing his body.

If he hadn't experienced something even more intense in the past, he would probably be wailing in agony by now.

This is body tempering: to achieve self-improvement through torment and to grow stronger step by step through pain.

The glory in front of others is not achieved overnight; it is the accumulation of blood and bitterness.

There's a saying that goes, "Success is 1% talent and 99% hard work."

"Chosen One" nonsense! Do you really think novels can become reality?

Just like you, reaching the King rank, wasn't it all earned through countless nights of playing with the risk of ending up with a Mediterranean complexion?

Every strand of hair, every dark circle under the eyes, comes at a price.

...Pshaw, pshaw, I'm getting off-topic. Let's get back to the main point.

The pressure increases exponentially at higher elevations, even more absurdly than the pressure increase rate at the lower steps.

"No wonder the three people ahead are moving so slowly, like old ladies. They can't possibly go fast even if they wanted to!"

Despite his inner complaints, Qin Huaiyu could still tell that he was much faster than the other three.

The man in black was very close.

With one step, the two were evenly matched.

Upon hearing the noise, Zhou Long's eyes snapped open, and his flushed face immediately turned grim.

...It's up!

How could it be so fast!

Is this guy even human? His physique is ridiculously strong.

Even my senior brother probably couldn't compare...

No, we can't let ourselves be surpassed!

However, what he wanted to do was beyond his power. The black aura around him burned brightly to resist the pressure, and he lifted his foot to try to turn the tide.

But it was too late. Qin Huaiyu stepped steadily down the stairs, one step, two steps...

In a short while, they left him behind.

"..."

Zhou Long instantly felt resentful. Being overtaken in front of so many people was a huge loss of face; it was a public humiliation.

He was already proud, and the top two were already making him resentful. Now, some kid had suddenly appeared out of nowhere and overtaken him, which was a great humiliation.

well!

Fool, just you wait. Once I'm free from the ladder, I'll make sure you're trampled under my feet!

Qin Huaiyu was unaware that his unintentional actions would be watched.

He had no time to think about anything else.

Although he was only at the third or fourth level, the pressure suddenly increased several times over, as if a huge mountain was pressing down on him.

Blood surged wildly, and my heart pounded as if it would burst through my chest.

My lungs felt like they were being roasted by a high temperature, and the air I exhaled was incredibly hot.

On his back, Ci Ning trembled uncontrollably; this was not her wish, but Qin Huaiyu was shaking violently.

Not only that, she also heard a crackling sound, the sound of her bones being unable to bear the weight.

Body cultivation really requires immense willpower; even I was almost at my breaking point, but he was still pushing himself to the limit.

"We can't continue. If you get injured because of this, the ancient dojo will be in grave danger!"

Even this girl could sense it; it seems she's truly reached her limit!

Qin Huaiyu could distinguish between what was important and what was urgent; haste makes waste, and his physique had already undergone rigorous training.

He channeled his demonic power, causing the golden bead within his body to rotate and a dark golden light to rise.

The force suddenly increased, and the pressure on his body eased abruptly.

...Well, it's still heavy, but it should be enough to handle the Heavenly Ladder.

Thinking of this, he suddenly accelerated, his body, which had already stopped moving.

"Early stage of Divine Treasury Realm, this is his true cultivation level!"

Zhou Long immediately sensed Qin Huaiyu's cultivation level, and a ruthless smile appeared on his gloomy face.

No matter how strong your physique is, if your cultivation level is insufficient, entering the training ground will still lead to certain death.

Xia Qing also sensed the energy fluctuations. Just as she was about to turn around, a dark golden figure suddenly leaped onto the steps.

Upon closer inspection...

It's him!

This level of skill?

Early stage of the second realm, how is that possible...?

Such meager internal cultivation!

She couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. No matter how strong one's physique is, there is still a limit. However, with the support of internal cultivation techniques, one's combat power can be increased several times over, which is incomparable to physical cultivation.

Did I misjudge the person?

Before she could figure it out, the figure had already leaped onto her.

That's all over...

Qin Huaiyu glanced at her. What a seductive woman!

Every part of her face is captivating.

She's more like a witch than a fairy.

Do not look at what is improper!

He quickly steadied his mind and looked ahead; the silver light was dazzling.

The Gate to Heaven is almost here; only six or seven steps remain to ascend.

Chi Mo was only two steps away from getting closer.

"There's still time. The Gate of Heaven has a barrier that can stop people."

Qin Huaiyu hurriedly chased after him.

As the pressure intensified, he gritted his teeth and increased his speed instead of decreasing.

Blood boils, and strength is being desperately squeezed out.

"Hurry, they're catching up!"

General You urged him urgently.

Chi Mo saw it too, and his foot landed; only the last step remained.

His eyes were bloodshot, his body was hunched over from being pressed down, and he was shivering uncontrollably.

It's clearly nearing its limit.

"tread"

The sound of footsteps behind me was already close enough to hear me.

"quick!"

You Shuai roared.

Qin Huaiyu stepped down the stairs, his gaze sharpened, and he reached out to grab the person.

Just then, a crimson light shot up from Chi Mo's body. He suddenly stood up, dodged Qin Huaiyu's hand in a flash, and then took the final step at lightning speed.

Just then, a crimson light shot up from Chi Mo's body. He suddenly stood up, dodged Qin Huaiyu's hand in a flash, and then took the final step at lightning speed.

As soon as my feet touched the ground, the pressure vanished.

He didn't even have time to catch his breath, nor did he look back; he shot straight toward the giant gate.

Damn, so close!

Qin Huaiyu cursed inwardly as he chased after the figure rushing toward the giant gate.

"You can't escape by blocking the door!"

The moment the words left his mouth, his pupils contracted instantly.

An unexpected scene unfolded ahead; there was no interception as expected. Chi Mo plunged headfirst into the giant gate without any hindrance.

"Kid, see you at the dojo!"

A voice filled with murderous intent echoed through the space.

Qin Huaiyu's face immediately darkened.

"...The restrictions on this door aren't aimed at people?" Ci Ning exclaimed in surprise.

"You don't need to tell me, I can see it!"

"What should we do then?"

"The monk may run away, but the temple cannot. Since he wants to meet at the temple, then so be it."

Qin Huaiyu spoke toughly, but inwardly he was filled with regret.

He deeply understood what it meant to regret not having done it earlier.

They had hoped that the Heavenly Ladder Shock would cause the Xuan Yuan Sect to lose face, but now the plan has fallen through, adding to the uncertainty.

This door really surprised me!

Qin Huaiyu was filled with hatred, and gritted his teeth as he stepped onto the last step.

My whole body relaxed.

Without even taking a break, he carried Ci Ning and charged straight toward the giant gate.

The distance of several feet was covered in an instant.

A portal, rippling like the surface of water, appeared in the silver light.

It also resembles a mirror reflecting the image of the person who came.

Is this the restriction?

Qin Huaiyu touched it with a question in mind, but his hand passed right through it without any obstruction or sensation, as if the door did not exist.

He couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, and then stepped inside.

The silver light disappeared as they passed through the portal.

next moment

The two of them stared blankly.

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