C21 Challenge Chu Lang!

"Feng, always remember your mother's words. If you find yourself defeated, make sure you retreat from the arena immediately!"

In the Storm Palace, Su Yun watched Chu Feng with concern etched on her face. Today was the day Chu Feng and Chu Lang had agreed to duel.

The thought of Chu Feng's adversary, Chu Lang, filled Su Yun with trepidation.

Chu Lang had never missed an opportunity to torment them, but ever since Chu Feng unlocked the All-Seeing Eye, particularly after the incident with Xiahou Jiao at the Ralens Tournament, Chu Lang had been left with no face to save.

Su Yun was aware that Chu Lang was likely seeking retribution today.

"Mother, rest assured, today I will make Chu Lang pay for all the shame we've endured in the past!"

Chu Feng spoke softly as he gently cleaned his white longsword.

"Mm, good. But still..."

"Mother, I get your point. If it turns out I can't best Chu Lang, I'll leap from the stage and concede right away. With Father there, Chu Lang won't dare to harm me."

Chu Feng understood Su Yun's concerns. Setting aside his longsword, he took her hands in his, his expression earnest.

Seeing his mother's worried face, Chu Feng felt a surge of warmth. Having a mother who cared for him was truly wonderful.

In his previous life, Chu Feng had been an orphan, never knowing a mother's love. But in this life, he considered himself fortunate.

"Oh, Feng, don't forget to put this on."

Moved by emotion, Su Yun suddenly remembered something and quickly pulled out a jade pendant from her bosom, handing it to Chu Feng.

"Is this a Lifestone?"

Chu Feng examined the white jade pendant in his hand, noting the enigmatic symbol etched into it. A subtle yet powerful energy emanated from it, allowing him to instantly recognize it as a Lifestone.

A Lifestone, crafted by a forger, served as a personal shield. Possessing a Lifestone could fend off an adversary's strikes.

Lifestones varied in power; higher-level ones could withstand attacks from formidable foes.

In his past life, when Chu Feng ventured out, his master had given him a Lifestone of a very high level.

The Lifestone that Su Yun presented to Chu Feng was a top-grade Mystic Ascension Lifestone, capable of blocking a single attack from a master of the Eternal Green realm.

"Mother, where did you get this Lifestone from?"

Chu Feng asked, holding the Lifestone with a look of astonishment.

Even though the King of Edora had restored Chu Feng's cultivation resources following the previous Ralens Tournament, it was out of the question for the King to provide a Lifestone.

The prince's cultivation resources typically consisted of various pills, not items like this.

"I heard that it could ward off an enemy's attack, so I bought one for you. Feng, please put it on right away."

Su Yun, eyeing the Lifestone in Chu Feng's grasp, urged him to wear it without delay.

"Alright, Mother, we should get going."

Seeing the hopeful look on Su Yun's face, Chu Feng quickly secured the Lifestone on himself. Given Chu Lang's animosity towards him, Chu Feng was certain that Chu Lang could shatter the Lifestone in a single blow.

Nevertheless, Chu Feng was confident in his ability to give Chu Lang, who had reached the fourth level of Mystic Ascension, a taste of his own medicine.

The arena was alive with a cacophony of voices and a whirlwind of activity, as many were aware that today was the day Chu Feng would confront Chu Lang.

Three months earlier, the Ralens Tournament had made Chu Feng a household name throughout the Edora Kingdom.

He was the so-called waste who had only awakened his All-Seeing Eye at the age of sixteen.

Incredibly, this same individual, once derided as royal trash, had clinched first place in the Initial Transcendent category of the Ralens Tournament.

Moreover, the memory of Chu Feng defeating Xiahou and Fikdar was still fresh in the minds of many warriors who had seen him vie for the top spot. Both were formidable opponents who had been stuck at the fifth level of Initial Transcendent for years.

Undoubtedly, Chu Feng had become the Edora Kingdom's most talked-about figure.

And today was the day Chu Feng would throw down the gauntlet to Chu Lang!

For many, this fight was rife with intrigue.

A showdown between the top Initial Transcendent and a fourth-level Mystic Ascension contender.

A clash highlighting the royal family's internal strife.

The air was thick with anticipation for the impending battle.

"Silence, everyone!"

At that moment, a resonant voice with a magnetic quality suddenly filled the air, booming across the heavens and nearly deafening the crowd.

The commotion ceased instantly as all eyes turned toward the source of the voice.

Hovering above the arena was an elder in a grey robe, his garments billowing in the wind, giving him an almost ethereal presence. This was the same elder who had presided over the previous Ralens Tournament.

"Ladies and gentlemen, today we witness the sparring match between Chu Feng and Chu Lang. I ask for silence in the arena. Any disruption will be met with lethal force," the elder announced, his gaze sharp as an eagle's, leaving no room for doubt.

He glanced towards the palace behind him, nodded, and then called out, "Let us welcome Chu Lang and Chu Feng to the stage!"

Following the elder's introduction, Chu Lang was the first to step forward. Dressed in a golden python robe, he wielded a treasured sword that was clearly of exceptional quality, its scabbard adorned with sparkling gems.

Meanwhile, Chu Feng, having exchanged a nod with Su Yun, made his way to the arena. To the surprise of many, he too brandished a longsword that gleamed brilliantly in the sunlight.

"Not bad at all, securing yourself a medium-grade Mystic Ascension treasured sword," Chu Lang remarked with a slight smirk, eyeing Chu Feng's weapon.

"Indeed. It may not be as sharp as your top-grade Mystic Ascension sword, but I believe it's sufficient to sever your head," Chu Feng replied, running his hand along the blade as if gauging its sharpness.

"You... Enough talk. I won't waste my breath on you. Just wait, I'll ensure your defeat is as unsightly as possible," Chu Lang retorted, his fists clenched, his smile belying his threat.

What use was a medium-grade Mystic Ascension treasured sword in the hands of an Initial Transcendent warrior? Nothing more than a mere showpiece!

"Ah, I had intended merely to best you, but it seems you're set on seeing me dead. In that case, I must respond in kind. After all, brother against brother is a tragic affair."

"You!"

Upon hearing Chu Feng's words, Chu Lang was on the verge of exploding with rage. He couldn't believe that the once timid guy, who wouldn't even dare to make a peep, now had such a sharp tongue!

But as he pictured himself thrashing Chu Feng later on, a slight smile crossed Chu Lang's face.

What good is a sharp tongue? Strength is what truly matters!

Soon, I'll have you searching the ground for your teeth!

"Father, why aren't you going to watch the match?"

Inside the palace, Chu Xiao looked questioningly at the King of Edora.

"Their hatred runs too deep; something is bound to happen. To avoid any headaches, I'd rather not attend," replied Chu Batian slowly. "By the way, Xiao, who do you think will win the match between Chu Feng and Chu Lang?" he asked, turning towards Chu Xiao.

"It's difficult to predict."

Chu Xiao responded thoughtfully to Chu Batian's inquiry.

"Hmm? Why is that?"

"Chu Lang has been at the fourth level of Mystic Ascension for quite some time now, and he seems quite sure of himself. I believe he stands a good chance. However... Chu Feng also appears to be brimming with confidence, so it's tough to call the outcome of this match."

"Yes, that's true. Oh, it's starting."

Chu Batian leaned in closer, his eyes fixed on the screen before him that displayed the ongoing scene in the arena.