He transformed his domain into the shape of a beast.
This was the most commonly used technique in the military. It was also the most direct and effective way to increase the power of one's technique.
It was domineering and simple.
The flames soared into the sky, causing the air to sizzle. From this, it could be seen that Chen Yuanfang did not hold back at all. In fact, Chen Yuanfang could not hold back. He focused on suppressing his opponent quickly, so naturally, he went all out from the start.
All of the officials nodded in agreement when they saw Chen Yuanfang's stance.
"Yan Xiu is a direct descendant of the Yan Family. His techniques are definitely better than Chen Yuanfang's. Chen Yuanfang is smart. He knows how to use brute force to defeat ten!"
"Using brute force to suppress Yan Xiu is the best choice!"
"Yan Xiu is slightly weaker. I think he will choose to fight and use the Wind Shadow Technique to dodge. It will be difficult for Chen Yuanfang to completely suppress him."
As the officials nodded, they were also speculating about the actions of the two sides.
The public evaluation of a duel had always been a favorite topic of discussion among the civil and military officials. This was because, while evaluating the duel, it was also equivalent to showing that they were a cut above others.
It was like going to an art exhibition. Just saying that the painting was good was not enough. You had to point out what was good about it. Only then would people know that you knew how to paint.
In the courts of the Great Xia Dynasty...
There were very few opportunities for them to showcase their abilities. As such, evaluating a duel between the younger generation was akin to showing everyone that they knew how to 'fight'.
All of the officials used their own experience to judge the actions of both parties.
However...
However, they had overlooked a problem. Chen Yuanfang's opponent was not just a direct descendant of the Yan Family. He was the third person in the Great Xia Dynasty to reach the Heavenly Reflection State before the age of 18.
His name was Yan Xiu!
In an instant, the mouths of all the officials who were commenting were agape. Their eyes were filled with disbelief.
Because, Yan Xiu did not use the Wind Shadow Technique to fight as they had expected.
Instead, he took a big stride forward.
"Fighting head on?!"
This was a fighting method that no one had ever thought of, and it was also a scene that everyone thought was impossible. That was because, as an initial stage Heavenly Reflection State cultivator, fighting a middle stage Heavenly Reflection State cultivator who was as strong as a bull was the most unwise choice.
But that was what Yan Xiu did.
Moreover. When he rushed out, there were no changes or energy fluctuations on his body. There were no flames, no frost, not even a trace of wind.
"Arrogant!" Chen Yuanfang's eyes widened. Even he could not believe that Yan Xiu would dare to rush over like this. This was a form of contempt towards him.
Despite being so weak, he still dared to underestimate his opponent.
That was simply courting death.
Chen Yuanfang did not let go of such a heaven-sent opportunity, he raised the axe in his hand. The flames howled and turned into three layers of huge waves, slashing towards Yan Xiu from above.
Even though Yan Xiu had underestimated his opponent, he had still given it his all. This was the lesson he had learnt from the battlefield.
However, at this moment, he saw a sword light. It was a red sword light that rose from the bottom to the top.
Chen Yuanfang's expression froze.
When he saw the sword light, it meant that the sword light was already in front of him. This was a sword light that broke through his three layers of flames.
"Boom!"
His heavy body flew into the air before landing outside the arena.
The duel was over.
The autumn wind blew gently from afar. It brushed past the shocked faces of the civil and military officials. It brushed past the white-clothed young man standing on the arena, and the slightly thin face.
"Yan Xiu won?!"
"Did he defeat his opponent in one move?"
"How is this possible? An intermediate stage Heavenly Reflection State cultivator was defeated by an initial stage Heavenly Reflection State cultivator in one move? Furthermore, he defeated him in a head-on clash?! "
"What has Yan Xiu been doing these few months?"
All of the officials were stunned. They knew that Yan Xiu was a talent, but that did not mean that they could accept reality. After all, in a duel, ability and experience were more important.
"Could Yan Xiu have entered that place!"
"Are you talking about the place that the Yan Family has been protecting for generations... that's impossible! Yan Xiu has just broken through to the Heavenly Reflection State. Who in the Yan Family would be so cruel as to take such a huge risk? "
"That's not possible. Even a pinnacle Heavenly Reflection State cultivator would only have a 30% chance of survival. If he was in the initial stage, his chances of survival would be less than one in a hundred!"
"If he did not come out from that place, how could he have improved so much in just a few months?"
"Yan Family of Western Liang... if Yan Xiu really entered that place, then this court examination will be the most exciting one ever!"
Discussions broke out among the officials. But after the discussions, when they looked at Yan Xiu again, there was a different light in everyone's eyes.
They were filled with admiration and respect.
However, Yan Xiu did not care about these things. He raised his head and looked towards the city gates, recalling what had happened a few months ago.
"When we meet again in the court examinations, I will definitely defeat you!"
"Haha... don't brag, I am very strong now!"
Yan Xiu smiled subconsciously. It was a smile that came from the bottom of his heart. However, it only lasted for a split second before it turned cold.
"I am here, where are you?"
...
Fang Zhengzhi was actually a little depressed during this period of time.
He had thought that after dealing with Yu Wengu and putting on a disguise, he would be in less trouble. However, the number of challengers had decreased.
However, the number of accidents along the way did not decrease. In fact, they seemed to be getting more and more intense.
In order to cross the rivers, he had to put on and take off his clothes over and over again. Furthermore, the broken horse he had taken off was not as good as the Snow Treading Dragon Stallion. After running for a hundred miles, he had to "rest", or else he would be foaming at the mouth.
Along the way, they stumbled and bumped into each other.
Even a Buddha would get angry, much less a human.
Fang Zhengzhi helplessly lifted his horse up as he stared at the small path that was blocked by a few huge rocks. Step by step, he held the reins and climbed onto the rock.
"Which unfilial grandson did such a heartless thing? If I catch him, I'll definitely crush your sister-in-law!"
"Sister-In-Law? My sister-in-law is a little old... are you sure you want to do this? "A voice rang out from behind the boulders.
...
The first round of the court examinations ended quickly.
The results of the second round were displayed. Fang Zhengzhi's name appeared on the list. Unfortunately, he was in the first round.
His opponent...
Nangong Mu!
"Is that Nangong Mu from the Nangong Nobles?"
"Fang Zhengzhi's luck is pretty good. To think that he would meet Nangong Mu in the first round!"
"Nangong Mu is at the pinnacle of the Heavenly Reflection State. Coupled with the Green and Blue Secret Art, Nangong Mu is no weaker than Yu Wengu!"
"Speaking of Yu Wengu, how did Fang Zhengzhi defeat him?"
"Fang Zhengzhi is not here yet?"
Voices rang out from below the stage. The crowd began to grow restless. According to the rules of the examination, not showing up in time was equivalent to giving up.
"I guess he is really hiding!"
"If Fang Zhengzhi was up against someone else, it would be weird. However, it is not surprising that he is up against Nangong Mu."
"That's true!"
In the arena, Nangong Mu, who was dressed in a green short-sleeved shirt, was extremely quiet. A pair of indifferent eyes swept across the crowd that was discussing animatedly below.
He did not speak. He was very calm.
However, the Green and Blue Dual Blade in his hands glowed faintly.
Time passed by slowly.
Half an incense had passed. Fang Zhengzhi was still nowhere to be seen.
The invigilator couldn't sit still any longer. He couldn't keep waiting like this. After all, the Emperor, the princes, and the officials were all present.
Hence, he subconsciously looked towards Lin Xinjue's direction.
The preliminary examinations of the court examinations could be considered as the second round of the imperial examinations. The chief examiner, Han Changfeng, was already locked up in the Ministry of Law. As such, King Duan was in charge.
"Announce it!" King Duan nodded.
"Sixth Brother, I heard that Fang Zhengzhi arrived at Dong Lin City 10 days ago. He should be in the city by now. After all, the Court Examinations affect one's future. Why don't we... "The Ninth Prince suggested when he saw this scene.
"Why don't we let Imperial Father and the other officials continue to wait? Ninth Brother, as a prince, can't you tell what's more important? "King Duan's gaze was stern.
"What I mean is that... We can temporarily push back the order of this duel. In that case … "
"Push it back a little? Ninth Brother, as your elder brother, I have to remind you of something. It is one thing for you to be lazy, but what is this occasion? This is the preliminary court examinations. Father and the officials are all watching. If everyone is pushed back because they are late, what are the rules? If there are no rules, what are the laws? If the country is powerless, can we do that? "King Duan said sternly.
"This... Sixth Brother is right!"
"Alright, let's announce it according to the rules of the Law of Dao examination!" King Duan Lin Xinjue casually waved his hand, indicating for the invigilator to announce it immediately.
"Yes!" The invigilator nodded upon hearing Lin Xinjue's words.
At that moment, Nangong Mu suddenly knelt on the ground. His calm face paled. He looked like he was in extreme pain.
All of the officials were confused when they saw this.
"What's wrong with Nangong Mu?"
"Why does he look like he's about to die?"
Emperor Lin Mubai looked at Nangong Mu's pained expression and stood up from his throne. Nangong Mu was kneeling right in front of him.
"Get the imperial physician!"
"Yes!"
"Here!" Very quickly, a voice rang out from the crowd. Then, a middle-aged man ran out from the crowd and quickly arrived at the arena.
The civil and military officials shuddered at the sight of this.
However, some of them did not look too happy. For example, Left Prime Minister Yu Yongyi, Crown Prince Lin Tianrong, and King Duan...
They could tell that Nangong Mu was trying to stall for time.
However, with the imperial physician around, they had no choice but to suppress their thoughts. After all, if Nangong Mu was faking it, the imperial physician would be able to tell immediately.
Before long, the middle-aged imperial physician stood up.
"Your highness, Nangong Mu's meridians are unstable. It seems like he is experiencing a relapse. Even though it is not a big deal, I'm afraid he needs some rest!"
"If that's the case, let's postpone this duel!" Emperor Lin Mubai nodded his head and returned to his throne. His expression was calm as usual.
"Yes!" The invigilator nodded and announced, "Due to Nangong Mu's relapse, the battle between Nangong Mu and Fang Zhengzhi will be postponed to the fifth round."
"Thank you, your highness!" Nangong Mu resisted the urge to kneel down and thank the emperor.
"Relapse at a time like this? Isn't this too much of a coincidence? If he had held it in a little longer, he could have won and rested! "
"Official Li could tell?"
"Yes!"
"Do you think he couldn't tell?"
"..."
"Nangong Mu had even pleaded for Fang Zhengzhi in the throne room previously. I don't know what happened. I heard that Nangong Mu was a loner and didn't make friends with anyone. I didn't expect him to be friends with Fang Zhengzhi."
"Perhaps it is because Fang Zhengzhi saved him in the World of the Sage. I don't think it is possible for them to be friends!"
Amidst the chatter, the duels resumed.
The second duel was between Xing Qingsui and a candidate in the initial Heavenly Reflection State. The candidate was already injured in the first round. When he saw that it was Xing Qingsui in the second round...
He was prepared to give up.
However, Xing Qingsui did not allow it.
Then, he shouted, "A man can only advance and not retreat!" Then, with a flying kick, he sent the pitiful candidate tumbling onto the stage. Then, after stomping on him a few times, he was kicked off the stage.
Amidst the billowing dust, the pitiful examinees shed tears of regret. They swore that in the future, they would be loyal to the country and would never dare to say that they would retreat!
All of the officials were stunned by this scene. All they could do was sigh. "The Stabilization Constabulary's never-say-die spirit is indeed deeply ingrained in the Xing disciples!"
The third duel was between two middle-aged candidates in the initial Heavenly Reflection State. It was an intense fight. In the end, one candidate won.
For the fourth round, it was Yan Xiu's turn.
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