Chapter 312: Chief Disciple
With the clash of their attacks, a thunderous explosion like a mountain collapsing echoed across the wide Fire River Platform, shaking everyone watching in shock.
A wave of devastating force, carrying intense heat, swept out from the impact point like a storm, surging in all directions. Where the force passed, the ground fractured, leaving cracks as thick as an arm spider-webbing across the platform. In just a moment, the once-sturdy Fire River Platform was reduced to utter ruin.
In the stands, people stared in disbelief at the shattered ground, their minds struggling to process what they were witnessing.
They hadn't expected a mere newcomer fighting a chief disciple to cause such terrifying destruction!
After a long silence, everyone began to recover, gazing at the two figures at the center of the clash with expressions of shock and amazement.
"Boom!!"
Blinding light filled the sky as black-red and flame energies clashed, creating another fierce storm in midair. The space around them trembled as the shockwave spread out once more.
On the Fire River Platform, countless people stared in fear at the rapidly expanding energy storm. Even at a distance, they could feel its terrifying power. In this volcanic region, a storm of that magnitude could trigger an eruption.
"Seal!"
At the critical moment, an elderly figure appeared in midair. With a commanding shout, he unleashed an immense force that quickly suppressed the spreading energy storm, containing it entirely.
"Ugh!"
As the explosive clash ended, both fighters spat out blood and were sent flying across the ground. The energy storm gradually faded, and soon two bloodied, ragged figures became visible amidst the wreckage on the platform.
All around the Fire River Platform, people leaned forward, staring at Lin Langtian, whose appearance was battered and blood-streaked. They swallowed nervously.
To fight Zhang Hao to a draw—even after he used The Emperor Flame Manual—proved Lin Langtian to be the strongest newcomer the Fire Division, and perhaps even Yuan Gate, had seen in decades.
"Master Division Head, would you say that I have completed our single-move agreement?"
Lin Langtian wiped the blood from his mouth, his body faintly glowing with firelight, and his core furnace worked to resist the residual energy. Regaining his composure, he looked toward the judge, Fen Cang, hoping to finalize the result.
Zhang Hao's strength, as one of the seven chief disciples, was indeed impressive and had pushed Lin Langtian to his limit. The Emperor Flame Manual he wielded was the strongest martial skill Lin Langtian had encountered since his rebirth. With Zhang Hao at the peak of the Eight-Origin Nirvana Realm, the skill had unleashed immense power.
Without relying on his demonic seed or the triple-layered Wood Emperor Technique, Lin Langtian had nearly been defeated. Thankfully, his fusion energy had come through as his trump card, allowing him to withstand the blow, coupled with the powerful Black Flame Overlord Body refining technique.
Meanwhile, Zhang Hao swallowed several pills to restore his energy, and a hint of color returned to his pale face. With a dark expression, he stared at Lin Langtian, shock and disbelief filling his gaze.
He couldn't believe that Lin Langtian, using only two ordinary martial arts techniques, had been able to counter the Fire Division's top-tier skill, The Emperor Flame Manual. It was utterly unimaginable.
"The Fire Division's Emperor Flame Manual may not be on par with Yuan Gate's highest Three Emperor Manuals, but it far surpasses ordinary martial arts skills!"
"It must have been that strange energy!"
Zhang Hao thought back to the eerie, domineering black-red energy Lin Langtian had summoned, his face shifting. Ordinary energy wouldn't have been able to withstand his attack. Not only did Zhang Hao outmatch Lin Langtian, who was still at the early Seven-Origin Nirvana Realm, he had also used a technique far beyond the level of ordinary martial skills.
And yet, against all odds, the newcomer Lin Langtian had withstood his finishing move.
"Damn it! He's going to get exactly what he wanted!"
Realizing that Lin Langtian would now be promoted to chief disciple because of his defense, Zhang Hao couldn't contain his fury. He hadn't expected to end up as a stepping stone for this newcomer.
In the middle of the platform, Fen Cang looked at Lin Langtian with a thoughtful expression. This "Hundred Dynasties War Champion," who had seemed unremarkable at first, had displayed exceptional talent and skill, drawing the elder's attention.
Though Yuan Gate was filled with powerful figures and exceptional talent that eclipsed other top sects, Lin Langtian's abilities made him stand out clearly, as if a sharp needle pricking through a cloth. With this realization, Fen Cang, seeing the potential for growth, decided to support him.
In a solemn voice, he announced, "Today's match has ended in a draw. From now on, Lin Langtian will be the eighth chief disciple of the Fire Division. Does anyone have any objections?"
As he spoke, Fen Cang turned to Ling Chi, Zhang Hao, and the other seven, awaiting their response.
Ling Chi and the others hesitated briefly, then all shook their heads. Even Zhang Hao, with his dark expression, couldn't find a valid reason to object. Lin Langtian's displayed strength left him no room for opposition.
Boom!
As Ling Chi and the others indicated their acceptance, silence fell around the Fire River Platform. The Fire Division disciples stared at the lean figure on the platform with expressions of awe and respect.
Through today's battle, Lin Langtian had thoroughly won over most of the Fire Division disciples. From now on, he would become the fastest newcomer to ever rise to the rank of chief disciple in Fire Division history.
Mo Tie and the others exchanged glances, then broke into wide smiles. In the Fire Division, only a chief disciple could lead a faction. Lin Langtian, as a newcomer, had little influence besides Mo Tie's group.
But as a chief disciple, things were different. Lin Langtian could now openly lead a faction, expand his influence, and seize more resources within the Fire Division.
And Mo Tie's group would undoubtedly benefit from it…
(End of Chapter)
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