Boom!!
The golden whip let out a faint roar in mid-air. Qin Ye's eyes widened, and he raised his arms without hesitation, pouring Yin energy into his body to defend against the attack.
Clatter clatter clatter … The golden whip left a series of glaring red marks on his hands. Gravel and dust scattered everywhere, and he soon discovered that he had been knocked back another dozen meters!
WTF？！
"You're still not putting in your best effort … Fine, let's see how long you can hold out for!!" If Qin Ye were to be described as surprised, then Lin Han was completely enraged.
With a furious roar, he moved as fast as lightning, leaving behind several afterimages in the air. It was almost as though he were being attacked from all directions at the same time.
"Seven Stars Shining Moon.
Lin Han doesn't have a legacy, but he did manage to obtain an ancient scroll. It should be the legacy of the Carefree Sect from over 1,200 years ago.
Not bad at all. "
The smile on Xu Anguo's face had already vanished, and he continued to stare intently at the battlefield, "S9527 … shouldn't only be this strong."
"That's right. If this were all he had, there's no way he could have breached nine hunting zones in a row.
We've personally investigated the matter, and we've confirmed that it's indeed his true energy.
Given his strength, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call him the number one expert of the new generation. "Li Tao stroked his beard and furrowed his brows," Unless … "
The two men exchanged a glance, and the same thought flashed across their minds - Rigged match!
How dare he rig a match in front of the two principals?
Is he overturning the heavens?!
The principals weren't the only ones who were shocked.
They knew how strong Lin Han was, but the rumoured number one expert of the new generation was actually … forced to defend himself?
"No way …" A middle-aged woman was astonished, "Is he … going easy on the opponent?
Or … is he really just a nobody? "
"I don't know …" A man beside her was equally dumbfounded, "I only saw that … Mr Qin was struggling to defend himself …"
Qin Ye was oblivious to their thoughts. Instead, he stared at the seven figures in the sky, cursing and swearing in his heart.
How do you even know such a bizarre thing?!
This isn't you!
Hurry up and tear off the skin on your face! Let me see who you really are!
It was hard to tell which of the seven silhouettes was real and which was fake. Every single one of them was accompanied by the whistling of the wind. Punches, elbow strikes, knee strikes, kicks … All of them were aimed at his vitals. They were as fast as lightning, as though they were seven divine weapons.
He didn't dare to take out the demonhead saber. It was fine to bluff the Blaze Squad, but there were also Wu Chang and even Zhou Xianlong. If he revealed a single flaw, his hamster plan would be completely ruined.
What to do?
Countless thoughts flashed through his mind. It wasn't that he couldn't block this attack, but … how could he, who had broken through nine hunting zones in a row, be forced to defend himself?
What would the school think?
Would they give him a bunch of C-grade trash? Would they deprive him of some unknown benefits?
Lin Han … once you're dead, I'll toss your soul to do hard labor sooner or later!!
In the blink of an eye, the seven silhouettes had already closed in on Qin Ye. Qin Ye drew a deep breath, and an intense burst of true energy erupted from the surroundings.
Like a white mist, it drifted and dispersed.
Moments later, the white mist dissipated, revealing Qin Ye with his hands in his pockets. His expression was as placid as a towering mountain as he stared at Lin Han, "That's it?"
Nobody noticed that Qin Ye's hands were trembling so violently in his pockets.
Bloody hell … isn't this too fierce?
Is this what a genius of mankind is like?
Why can't you even hurt a Hunter-class evil ghost after fighting it for half an hour?!
This doesn't make sense!
Lin Han's gaze turned cold, and he bit down on his lips, "The Seven Stars Shining Moon really can't hurt you …"
"Then …" Qin Ye maintained a calm expression on his face. He was putting on a show with his life on the line. His next words were - Then, admit defeat.
Lin Han heaved a sigh of relief, "I hadn't intended to use this move …"
Whoosh … As soon as he said the last word, the scattered true energy from all directions rushed into his body like a flock of dragons, and his camouflage uniform fluttered with a loud bang.
Hang on …
You still have more?!
Are you done yet?!
Qin Ye's calm expression stiffened, and a bead of cold sweat rolled down his chin. Then, just as Lin Han's true energy was about to erupt, Qin Ye muttered placidly, "Then … I admit defeat."
Pshhh … Lin Han's true energy was like a punctured balloon, and he stared at Qin Ye with disbelief.
Qin Ye was grinning from ear to ear, but he was cursing in his heart as he nodded at Lin Han, "Not bad."
"You've improved since the last time I saw you. My hands are numb from the impact."
Lin Han's handsome face immediately flushed red, and he gritted his teeth, "I don't need you to go easy on me!!
This doesn't count. Let's go again!! "
You're still going at it?!
"No, I'm willing to admit defeat.
You've won. "Qin Ye smiled and walked off the stage.
He hid his merits and reputation well.
He couldn't care less about the pairs of eyes in the audience.
"Interesting."
After a long time, Li Tao suddenly broke the silence, "Instructor S9527, your way of thinking … is very unique."
"Instructor Lin wins."
He added meaningfully, "But, Instructor S9527, I hope you won't regret your humble concession today."
Qin Ye maintained the smile on his face.
Of course I'll regret it!
The problem is, I need to be able to beat him!
Why does a mere Hunter-class evil ghost need me to deal with him? Why does he act like a rabid dog on aphrodisiac the moment he sees me?!
Xu Anguo smiled faintly as well, "Instructor Qin has a spirit of unity and camaraderie. If not for the fact that Old Man Li and I had personally approved your clearing of nine hunting zones, we would have been deceived by you.
That said … when it comes to cultivation, we still have to fight for what we should. "
Qin Ye maintained his smile.
But before he could even finish laughing, a shadowy figure that was a head taller than him suddenly appeared right in front of him.
Lin Han's expression was as dark as the bottom of a pot. He stared at Qin Ye for a long time, "Are you looking down on me?"
No … I think very highly of you …
Qin Ye smiled perfectly, "Don't say that."
"Then why don't you give it your all and fight me?" Lin Han's chest rose and fell rapidly, "Do you think that I'm not even qualified to draw my saber?"
"Where's your saber?
Where's the saber that you used to slay a Hunter-class evil ghost last night?!
You've only used a tenth of your strength at best. Don't try to deceive me! "
I'm not deceiving you!!
Qin Ye's smile was perfect and flawless. Then, he abruptly retracted it and responded with a deep voice, "What's the point of this?"
"We've known each other for a while now, and I … don't lack such status …" Qin Ye gnashed his teeth as he spoke. Then, he sighed softly, "I don't want to reveal my true strength, so I'll leave you guys with some hope."
"You …"
"Lin Han!" Qin Ye raised his voice slightly, "My saber only serves to slay ghosts."
"As soon as it's unsheathed, it's bound to bleed."
"I don't want to leave you with any regrets."
Lin Han bit down on his lower lip so hard that it almost bled. Then, he left without another word.
Qin Ye stood where he was, welcoming the complicated gazes from all around him. His control of his voice earlier had been impeccable. In fact, he was the type of person who couldn't control his emotions. His acting was perfect.
Holy shit … I've finally fooled him …
But … but there's still one more round to go …
The five contestants were divided into two groups, and the last contestant was given a bye. In other words, he still had to put on an act for one more round before he could drag out this incomparably awkward competition.
It was a test of his acting skills.
The next match was between Su Feng and Li Runxue.
Qin Ye would have to fight against the loser, and if he won, he would then have to fight against the winner, and then defeat Lin Han. Only then would he be able to meet Zhuo Qinfen, who had been given a bye.
Double elimination system.
The battle between Li Runxue and Su Feng was much more exciting. Both of them knew each other's strengths and weaknesses, and every move they made was aimed at each other's vitals. Their speed and the strength of their true energy caused Qin Ye's heart to tremble.
These geniuses of the human world are too ferocious … I can't beat them, I can't beat them …
If you have what it takes, let's compete in slaying demons!
In the end, it was actually Li Runxue who narrowly defeated Su Feng by a single move.
"Thank you for letting me win."
Li Runxue was also covered in wounds, and she cupped her hands respectfully to Su Feng. Su Feng shook his head weakly, adjusted his glasses, and turned to Qin Ye.
Qin Ye immediately lowered his head.
Turn around!
Don't f * cking look at me!
I know what kind of fart you're going to fart the moment you stick out your butt!
"Qin Ye."
Unfortunately, Su Feng didn't hear Qin Ye's thoughts at all. He continued with a somber expression, "I hope to see your saber in the next match."
Hehe … I won't let you see.
Everyone stared at Su Feng's figure as he leapt off the stage to recover. Their eyes were filled with anticipation.
Qin Ye gnashed his teeth in hatred.
"When you guys die … I'll be waiting for you in the Eighteen Abysses of Hell!!"
Su Feng swallowed something and rested for ten minutes. Then, Li Tao smiled, "Is that enough?"
"Yes." Su Feng nodded.
"I'm looking forward to it as well."
Li Tao smiled and looked at Qin Ye, "Instructor Qin was clearly using his saber that night. His true energy was incredibly dense, and almost all of the ghosts were killed with a single slash. If Instructor Su can force Instructor Qin to use his saber, I'm sure it'll be an eye-opener for all of us."
Qin Ye felt as though he could no longer maintain the smile on his face.
I can't fight …
Su Feng isn't too far off from Lin Han, and he might be able to win if they were to fight. But …
An S-class cultivator who had breached nine hunting zones in a row had to give it his all to defeat another S-class cultivator. This … is even more shameless than shameless!
"Instructor Qin.
You-- "Before Li Tao could finish speaking, Qin Ye calmly raised his hand," I admit defeat. "
Silence.
Su Feng adjusted his glasses and stared at Qin Ye as though he had just seen a ghost, "Hang on … are you really not going to give it a try?
I'm easy to beat. I'm weak and scum. Why don't you give it a try?
Who knows, I might just fall with a single push … "
Even I can't force Instructor Qin to draw his saber?
"There's no need to try."
Like hell I'd believe you … Qin Ye waved his hand dismissively, "You're no match for me."
"An instructor who can't even hurt a Hunter-class cultivator in half an hour actually needs me to save him … There's no need to waste time."
"Principal, please make the announcement."
Li Tao couldn't help but feel that something was amiss.
Qin Ye had clearly said, "There's no need to try. You're no match for me." But what followed next shouldn't have been, "Just admit defeat."
Why did it become, "I admit defeat?"
Is there some kind of connection between the two?
But … why does it seem as though there's nothing wrong with the information that Instructor Qin has just revealed?
Su Feng's face flushed red. But there was nothing he could refute.
"Instructor Qin …" Xu Anguo paused, "Won't you reconsider?"
Qin Ye shook his head, "Not interested."
I've already lost interest in the entire tournament!
However, to the others, Qin Ye's response was - You're too weak. I'm not interested.
"How arrogant." A male instructor tossed the knife in his hand and furrowed his brows, "Really?
And Su Feng was even saved by Instructor Qin? "
"What else could it be?"
A middle-aged man with a square face shook his head, "I heard from Big Mouth Lin that it was still a single slash … All of the Hunter-class ghosts were struck by a single slash, and none of them were spared.
Otherwise, why do you think they'd be so eager to compete today? "
"It's a pity that the gap between their cultivation levels is too great, and Instructor Qin doesn't seem to have any intention of making a move at all."
"That's right …" A female instructor sighed, "Only those with strength have the right to be arrogant."