C6 Lin Xuan Gained the Upper Hand
Lin Xuan paused to consider his next move.
"6000 energy points expended; duplication successful. [High-grade Cultivation Talent] acquired."
"500 energy points expended. Duplication of [Collapsing Slash (Rank 2 Middle Grade, Initial Perfect Level)] successful."
In the blink of an eye, Lin Xuan completed the duplication process.
He decided to utilize these newly acquired skills.
"Congratulations, Host. Your Cultivation Talent has been enhanced!"
"Congratulations, Host, on attaining the Small Success stage of the Rank 2 Middle Grade Martial Technique, Collapsing Slash!"
A surge of warmth cascaded through Lin Xuan's body, and he sensed a significant boost in his power.
Next, Lin Xuan turned his attention to his Attribute Panel.
"Divine Level Duplication System."
"Host: Lin Xuan."
"Realm: Seventh Level of the Body Refining Stage."
"Talent: High-grade Cultivation Talent, Low-grade Strength Talent, Low-grade Speed Talent."
"Martial Arts: Collapsing Slash [Middle Grade, Initial Perfect Level: Rank 2], Boulder Shattering Fist [Low Grade Rank 2, Peak], Rolling Rock Fist [Top Grade Rank 1, Great Completion]."
"Energy Points: 14,000."
"Walkspace: 7."
The changes to Lin Xuan's Attribute Panel were substantial.
With this transformation, Lin Xuan felt a newfound assurance about the impending duel.
This entire transformation had occurred in the time it takes to draw a breath, unnoticed by anyone around him.
Suddenly, Lin Yun's icy voice cut through the air.
"I'm curious to know who filled you with the audacity to challenge me."
Lin Yun's gaze was frosty as he looked over.
"But make no mistake, since you've dared to step up, you're going to pay the price!"
"Prepare yourself for defeat!"
Without another word, Lin Yun sprang into action.
He stomped the ground and charged at Lin Xuan.
Lin Yun unleashed a punch.
"Jade Shattering Fist!"
His fist tore through the air, causing an explosive rupture in the space before him.
Lin Yun's ferocious punch, with its layered force, bore down on Lin Xuan with deadly intent.
This punch was significantly more powerful than any Lin Hai had thrown before—Lin Hai would not have been able to withstand it.
The surrounding disciples watched intently, their faces changing as they felt the sheer force of Lin Yun's punch.
It was clear that none of them could endure the power behind Lin Yun's devastating blow.
Instead, they would sustain significant injuries.
All the disciples turned their attention to Lin Xuan, eager to see how he would respond.
On the platform, Lin Xuan's expression grew tense.
However, Lin Xuan wouldn't have challenged Lin Yun if he didn't have a trick up his sleeve.
His advantage was his significantly enhanced cultivation talent.
Without hesitation, Lin Xuan launched a punch.
"Boulder Shattering Fist!"
This technique was also a Low-Grade Rank 2 martial art.
The force behind Lin Xuan's punch was nothing short of impressive.
Witnessing this, the disciples couldn't contain their exclamations of surprise.
Lin Xuan had actually chosen to go toe-to-toe with Lin Yun!
It was almost beyond belief.
It was common knowledge that the Body Refining Stage could fortify one's physical body.
The most notable transformation at this stage was the surge in strength.
The power at the Ninth Level of Body Refining was more than double that of the Seventh Level.
If Lin Xuan took a direct hit, his right arm might be rendered useless.
Lin Xuan's fate seemed grim.
Some disciples turned away, unable to watch the potentially gruesome outcome.
But under the watchful eyes of the crowd.
In the next instant.
On the platform, their fists met with a thunderous crash.
Boom!
Their fists parted as quickly as they had connected.
Yet again, the outcome defied all expectations.
Both fighters were seen retreating after the punch.
The anticipated cries of pain never came.
Instead, each combatant drew back ten meters before regaining their footing, completely unscathed.
Moreover, Lin Yun was pushed back an additional three meters compared to Lin Xuan.
That meant Lin Xuan had gained the upper hand in this exchange.
A hush fell over the entire arena.
Everyone was left in a state of shock, staring in disbelief at the unfolding scene.
It took several moments for them to snap back to reality.
Suddenly, the entire Martial Arts Practice Field erupted into a frenzy.
"Is this a dream?"
"Lin Xuan held his ground against Lin Yun?"
"Since when did Lin Xuan become so powerful?"
The crowd buzzed with conversation, reaching a fever pitch of excitement.
Their gazes towards Lin Xuan were filled with profound astonishment.
No one had anticipated such a turn of events.
In this duel, Lin Xuan not only avoided an instant defeat but also managed to come out on top after trading blows with Lin Yun!
The spectacle left the crowd in a state of disbelief for a prolonged moment.
Even Lin Shiyun, who was well-acquainted with Lin Xuan, stood frozen in shock.
"Lin Xuan is actually this strong. Maybe, there's hope after all."
Lin Shiyun whispered words that seemed to carry a deeper meaning.
"Impossible! This simply can't be!"
Elsewhere, Lin Hai's low growl resonated, his eyes bloodshot with disbelief.
Lin Yun was at a disadvantage, a fact more startling and harder to believe than his previous defeat by Lin Xuan's single punch.
After all, Lin Yun was at the peak of the Ninth Level of Body Refining Stage, while Lin Xuan was merely at the Seventh Level!
A two-realm difference!
Yet, against all odds, Lin Xuan had managed to come out on top in their clash.
How could Lin Hai accept this reality?
On the high platform, the Lin Family's senior members were equally taken aback.
This turn of events had surpassed their expectations as well.
"Lin Xuan does have impressive talent," remarked the family head, Lin Qixing, as he nonchalantly glanced at a middle-aged man in white seated not too far away. He stifled his inner turmoil and commented tersely.
"Indeed."
"Lin Xuan is quite remarkable."
The others chimed in agreement.
The middle-aged man in white, observing Lin Xuan in the arena, also allowed a hint of a smile to surface.
In the arena.
"Congratulations, Host, for earning the surprise of Lin Qiyuan, a mid-stage Qi Gathering warrior. Energy +357."
"Congratulations, Host, for earning the surprise of Lin Qiyuan, a mid-stage Qi Transformation practitioner. Energy +749."
Hearing the system's cool-toned notifications, Lin Xuan's smile widened.
The outcome of his strike had also caught him off guard.
He had not anticipated such a significant surge in his power after integrating the talents of Lin Hai, Lin Yun, Lee Hee, and others.
Still at the Seventh Level of Body Refining Stage, he had faced off against Lin Yun at the Ninth Level's peak—and had prevailed!
Lin Xuan was thrilled beyond measure.
His confidence for the upcoming matches swelled.
Then, Lin Xuan's gaze shifted back to the high platform.
His yearning for the esteem of the Lin Family's upper echelon, perched upon the high platform, intensified.
The mere treasures he had acquired from Lin Yun had already significantly bolstered his strength. He pondered the unimaginable power he might wield if he were to claim all the treasures possessed by the Lin Family's elite.
His anticipation swelled within him, though he was tempered by a single regret: his cultivation level was too low, limiting his ability to duplicate others' treasures and talents to a mere ten meters.
For now, he had no choice but to bide his time.
His gaze then shifted to Lin Yun, standing opposite him, as a torrent of battle intent surged through him. Defeating Lin Yun would not only allow him to usurp his position but also crown him as the Lin Family's preeminent prodigy.
In due course, such a victory could lead to an audience with the patriarch on the high platform, well within the ten-meter range. There, he would be free to exploit his Divine Level Duplication System to its fullest potential.
