Ba Tu scratched his head and said, "I'm not sure, either. It seems like Big Brother received an invitation and is preparing to bring Xiao Chen along. He should be testing his strength now."
As the two of them spoke, Xiao Chen and Ba Yan started fighting.
Compared to the other cultivators, Ba Yan appeared extremely simple and crude. He did not store up any power, simply raising his hand and punching.
Blazing Fire Burning Clouds!
This move was based on the state of raging fire. The moment Ba Yan moved his feet, a surging sea of fire instantly spread out.
"What a shocking explosive power!"
The other party's explosive power slightly surprised Xiao Chen. Furthermore, there was no need for him to accumulate power at all. He could control it as he wished.
Not daring to be careless, Xiao Chen's figure flashed as he executed the Great Perfection Thunder Dragon Steps. His body became like a dragon as he took seven steps forward.
With every step he took, one or two wild lightning dragons would shoot out from beneath Xiao Chen's feet, and they would roar towards the sky while baring their fangs and brandishing their claws.
After he took seven steps, twelve berserk electric dragons flew out from behind Xiao Chen. At this moment, he instantly drew his Lunar Shadow Saber and clashed with his opponent's punch.
The auras of the two sides clashed, clashing head-on. The saber light and the fist light clashed, giving off a loud sound and kicking up a cloud of dust.
However, when the dust settled, Xiao Chen took five steps back, but Ba Yan took ten steps back.
"What kind of Saber Technique is this? It is so fast, yet it can still erupt with such might." Ba Yan appeared somewhat shocked.
Xiao Chen raised his saber and stood upright. He said, "Thunder Dragon Chop. I condensed the Lightning Tribulation Saber Technique that I comprehended in the past into a Saber Technique. I only recently comprehended it as well. It looks like it is pretty strong."
Using the Thunder Dragon Steps as the foundation and the Lightning Tribulation Saber Technique from before, this was a new move that Xiao Chen came up with in the Blood Sword Sovereign's cave.
Without the advancement of the Thunder Dragon Steps, this move would not have appeared. Looking at it now, it was indeed extraordinarily mighty.
"Hehe, interesting. Take another punch from me, Conquering the World Fist!"
This punch also obtained the will of rock, not as ferocious and explosive as the will of fire. However, the aura that Xiao Chen's Fist Technique revealed was even more domineering. It was as if he wanted to suppress the mountains and rivers for five thousand kilometers with one punch.
As Ba Yan soared into the air, the mysterious phenomenon of mountains and rivers appeared under his feet. With this punch, all the mountains and rivers submitted.
This move was not as ferocious as before, and the aura it exuded was much weaker. However, the tyrannical aura it radiated gave Xiao Chen even greater pressure.
"Good timing!"
This move completely aroused Xiao Chen's competitive spirit. With a loud laugh, he stomped on the ground with one foot. Immediately, a cyan dragon shadow flew out from Xiao Chen's body.
The ten thousand Heavenly Laws in his body all turned into illusory dragons. In the blink of an eye, ten thousand dragons soared into the air, roaring in unison.
As Xiao Chen slashed down with his saber, he materialized the Subduing Dragon Profound Slash, forming a green saber light that reached the sky.
Ba Tu gaped and exclaimed, "Damn! He is trying to destroy the stage!"
Yue Bingyun also felt some shock. However, she was much calmer than Ba Tu. She said indifferently, "Don't worry. It is just a simple exchange. The two of them know their limits and will not bring out their full strength."
The punch that contained the might of mountains and rivers for five thousand kilometers struck the cyan saber light.
"Ka ca!" Cracks appeared on the surface of Ba Yan's fist, and countless specks of dust flew out. Xiao Chen's saber strike had broken Ba Yan's protective Rock Veritable Energy.
However, the might of this punch was similarly startling. A clear crack appeared in the saber light where Ba Yan's fist struck.
"I'm not fighting anymore, I'm not fighting anymore."
When Ba Yan saw his protective Veritable Energy break, he was startled and quickly retreated. When Xiao Chen looked at Xiao Chen again, he no longer dared to underestimate Xiao Chen. Xiao Chen's Fist Subduing Rivers and Mountains was extremely powerful.
This was the first time Ba Yan met someone in the same generation who could break his defense.
Ba Yan already lost in the first move, and his protective Rock Veritable Energy broke in the second move. If they continued fighting, he would have to use his trump card in the third move. However, Ba Yan did not intend to use his trump card so early.
The two moves were very efficient, allowing the two to gain a clearer understanding of each other's strength.
Although Ba Yan was slightly weaker in this exchange, he still looked as graceful as before. The first move's horrifying eruption could be executed at will. Xiao Chen circulated the Thunder Dragon Steps and took seven steps before he managed to gain a slight advantage with the Thunder Dragon Chop.
The second move, Fist Subduing Rivers, subduing mountains and rivers for five thousand kilometers, was even more tyrannical. This was the first time someone nearly broke Xiao Chen's Subduing Dragon Profound Slash.
Xiao Chen felt some anticipation for the third move. If he guessed right, the third move should merge the will of fire and the will of rock. Then, he would circulate the tenth layer of the Flame Rock Art and execute them together to form a horrifying killing move.
Xiao Chen estimated that if he perfectly executed it, it would rival a Medial Grade Profound Martial Technique.
Unfortunately, Ba Yan suddenly withdrew at the crucial moment.
"Not bad. Haha! It looks like Ba Tu was right. You are even stronger than he described."
Ba Yan walked over while laughing loudly. He did not hold any grudges because he was weaker than Xiao Chen. Instead, his eyes filled with joy.
It looked like this Ba Yan was truly a battle maniac. He was the kind of cultivator who truly indulged in combat and did not care about victory or defeat.
"Big Brother, how is it? With Xiao Chen's strength, he can accompany you to that gathering, right?" Ba Tu asked with a smile as he walked over with Yue Bingyun.
Ba Yan nodded and said, "Naturally, he can. However, Brother Xiao Chen has to be willing first."
Xiao Chen felt somewhat confused as he asked, "What gathering?"
Ba Yan took out an invitation and smiled. "I don't know who initiated it, but it's a small gathering for the successors of the thirteen Great Bandits. I received it the moment I came out of closed-door cultivation. Hehe! It should be someone who wants to test the might of my fist!"
"I don't think I'm a descendant of a Great Bandit," Xiao Chen said with a frown. He felt that this gathering had nothing to do with him.
Ba Yan smiled and said, "How can you not figure it out? Even an uncouth person like me knows that this gathering is a test of strength before the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting. Tell me, does it have anything to do with you?"
Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting!
It was the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting again. Xiao Chen had already heard these words several times. However, he had been busy repairing and rebuilding the Dragon Subduing Platform, so he did not know what the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting was.
"Could it be that you still do not know what the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting is after being in Dark City for so long?"
Seeing that Xiao Chen still had a somewhat confused expression, Ba Yan and Ba Tu both showed surprised expressions.
Xiao Chen smiled embarrassedly and said, "I really do not know about this Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting. I came to Dark City for another matter. I am preparing to leave three days later. "
"Ba Tu, tell him about it. I thought that he was here for the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting."
Ba Tu thought for a while and organized his words. Then, he said, "The Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting is jointly held by the factions of the thirteen Great Bandits. The purpose of this is to promote competition between the various outstanding talents. It is held once every five years, and it is like a test. Anyone with an Outstanding Talent Token can register. The competition is intense and cruel.
"The top ten will all receive rewards. The top three will receive the most valuable rewards. They will all receive varying amounts of Essence Stones. The first place will receive a Medial Grade Profound Martial Technique and a chance to enter the Dark Blood Pool to strengthen the physical body."
Essence Stones? A Medial Grade Profound Martial Technique!
A light flashed in Xiao Chen's eyes. These two items held a fatal attraction to any Blue Robed Emperor.
No wonder the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting was so attractive. This also explained why he saw so many cultivators from the foreign seas coming to apply for an Outstanding Talent Token at the City Administration Hall.
"What do you think? Do you still think that this small gathering has nothing to do with you?" Ba Yan said with a smile, "It is very difficult for those who rely on connections to get in. Even if Ba Tu wanted to go, I would not bring him.
"The ones going this time will definitely be the strongest of the Great Bandits' descendants. Without sufficient strength, you will only be humiliated."
Xiao Chen quickly made his decision. He said seriously, "Many thanks, Brother Ba Yan. When are we leaving?"
"Good. Let's go now, then. After being in closed-door cultivation for more than half a year, my bones have already turned soft. It is time to meet up with those old friends." Ba Yan's eyes blazed with fighting spirit as he put away the invitation letter and led Xiao Chen away.
Before leaving, there were still some finishing touches to the Dragon Subduing Platform's repairs. So, Xiao Chen could only ask Yue Bingyun to help.
Fortunately, Yue Bingyun did not reject it, happily accepting it.
However, Xiao Chen found it strange. Given Yue Bingyun's strength, she should be able to participate in the Outstanding Talent Summit Meeting. However, she did not seem interested.
With Ba Yan leading the way, the two flew around the city without any fear. With the Outstanding Talent Token in hand, they completely ignored the rules of Dark City that prohibited flying.
Along the way, Ba Yan was very talkative. Perhaps it was because of their bloodline, but the descendants of the Flame Rock Sovereign were rather carefree, not holding back when they spoke.
"Hehe! Xiao Chen, what exactly is the relationship between you and the Holy Daughter?! Thanks to you, this is the first time the Lunar Palace's Holy Daughter has come to our Flame Rock Castle as a guest. "Ba Yan was no different from Ba Tu in this aspect; they were both very gossipy.
Helpless, Xiao Chen could only give a solemn explanation. However, Ba Yan still did not believe him.
"Hehe! Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. We have arrived!"
After traveling for a long time, the two arrived before a restaurant in the inner city. The restaurant gave off a strange aura. Its frame felt exceptionally sturdy.
"This is the famous Conflagration Restaurant of Dark City. The entire restaurant is made of divine materials. Furthermore, there are restrictions laid on it. Even if a battle breaks out in there, it will not damage the restaurant. It is the favorite place of the Black Sea cultivators."
Ba Yan had been to the Conflagration Restaurant several times before, so he was familiar with the place.
Ba Yan strode in, and the originally noisy hall immediately fell silent. Nearly everyone's gazes focused on him.
"Damn! This battle maniac came out of closed-door cultivation!"
"Hurry up and leave. After holding it in for more than half a year, I wonder who he will vent his anger on."
A moment of panic appeared in the hall. The messy tables immediately opened up a path for Ba Yan.
Xiao Chen laughed hoarsely and said, "It looks like you are quite famous in this place."
Ba Yan's lips curled up as he said, "How boring. I still miss the first time I came here. Back then, I fought to my heart's content. Now, the Black Sea cultivators are becoming increasingly cowardly."
The location of the gathering was on the second floor of the Conflagration Restaurant. Someone had already reserved the entire place. Without an invitation, one could not enter.
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