NOVEL NEXT WORLD Chapter 35:
Chapter 35:
On the dueling platform, Lin Wangchuan unexpectedly used the move “Monkey Steals the Peach,” grabbing Qin Fei’s “peach” beneath him.
Everyone was stunned by the scene.
Sect Master Jiang Qitian spat out his tea in shock.
The five elders were dumbfounded.
Elder Gu Feng, Lin Wangchuan’s master, trembled, and the teacup in his hand fell to the ground, shattering into pieces.
The entire venue fell silent.
No one could have imagined that Lin Wangchuan would actually use “Monkey Steals the Peach,” and in full view of the crowd, target Qin Fei’s peach.
Only Xiao Yang smirked slightly.
The next moment, Lin Wangchuan squeezed forcefully with his hand and swiftly retracted it.
Qin Fei’s body jolted, curling up like a shrimp. His face turned crimson, scrunched up in immense pain. His lips quivered, but no sound came out.
He was utterly devastated.
That single squeeze from Lin Wangchuan introduced Qin Fei to the ultimate pain a man could endure.
Not only that, but Lin Wangchuan’s move dissipated all of the sword energy Qin Fei had painstakingly condensed. The nine dazzling sword auras hovering above the platform vanished, and a small, radiant sword fell from the sky to the ground.
Xiao Yang couldn’t help but feel elated at the sight, ‘Qin Fei, oh Qin Fei, this is just a small lesson for you. We have plenty of time to play.’
Xiao Yang watched coldly as Qin Fei trembled in pain on the platform, barely able to stand. In this lifetime, he vowed to repay Qin Fei a thousandfold for the agony inflicted in the previous one.
At that moment, Lin Wangchuan suddenly appeared before Qin Fei with a swift movement. His foot shot out, making direct and intimate contact with Qin Fei’s face.
Qin Fei was sent flying, landing in a heap on the ground.
“I… I can’t… lose…” Qin Fei stammered as he struggled to his feet, his body shaking. His face was covered in blood, with a shoe print prominently stamped on it.
“Junior Brother…” Jiang Ting, watching from below the platform, felt heartache at the sight of Qin Fei’s miserable state, wishing she could take his place. Of course, she didn’t have a “peach” for Lin Wangchuan to steal.
“I… I can’t lose…” Qin Fei forced himself to stand.
“Oh? Still standing?” Lin Wangchuan seemed surprised. He darted forward like a nimble monkey, instantly appearing in front of Qin Fei.
“You…” Qin Fei gritted his teeth against the excruciating pain and tried to summon his sword energy to recall the sword on the ground.
“In that case, let’s try again!” Lin Wangchuan sneered and kicked Qin Fei hard in the same spot.
A faint cracking sound seemed to echo in everyone’s ears.
The male disciples instinctively clenched their legs.
The female disciples blushed furiously.
Qin Fei’s eyes rolled back, and he collapsed, curling into a ball with his hands clutching his “peach.” His body trembled in pain, unable to even scream.
Everyone was dumbfounded.
Lin Wangchuan was ruthless. The earlier “Monkey Steals the Peach” wasn’t enough—he had to go for a second round? That kick might very well end Qin Fei’s bloodline!
With his unpredictable moves, Lin Wangchuan defeated Qin Fei despite the latter’s advantage in cultivation. Though Qin Fei had reached the Heavenly Martial Mastery level, his breakthrough relied on external aid from Jiang Qitian. His power wasn’t fully under his control.
Xiao Yang, having lived a second life, understood Qin Fei’s situation better than anyone. Jiang Qitian’s forceful enhancement of Qin Fei’s cultivation left him unable to wield his newfound strength effectively.
On the other hand, Lin Wangchuan, despite only being at the peak of the Divine Ability Realm, had a pure heart, an innate Holy Body, and sword energy far superior to others at the same level. His unexpected tactics ensured Qin Fei’s defeat was well-deserved.
“This is outrageous!” A furious voice rang out.
The Law Enforcement Elder stood up and glared at Lin Wangchuan. “Using such despicable methods in a sect competition? I declare this match void and revoke Lin Wangchuan’s qualification to participate in the sect tournament.”
“You old fool! How dare you disqualify me?” Lin Wangchuan protested.
“This child shows no respect for his elders. Elder Gu Feng, is this how you teach your disciples?” the Law Enforcement Elder thundered.
“My disciple is honest and respectful. If Senior Brother can remain impartial, we will naturally comply,” Elder Gu Feng responded calmly.
“You…” The Law Enforcement Elder was rendered speechless, angered by the implied accusation of bias.
Meanwhile, Jiang Ting rushed to Qin Fei’s side on the platform, but as a girl, she was at a loss about how to handle his injury, given its sensitive location. She stood awkwardly, unable to help.
Seeing Jiang Ting so worried about Qin Fei, Xiao Yang felt a twinge of discomfort. In his past life, Jiang Ting had claimed there was nothing between her and Qin Fei beyond a senior-junior relationship. She insisted her concern for Qin Fei stemmed from his tragic backstory of losing his parents young.
Xiao Yang had believed her lies, only to be betrayed by Qin Fei. Now, it was clear that Jiang Ting’s concern for Qin Fei far exceeded normal bounds. But what did it matter to Xiao Yang? In this new life, he wouldn’t look back.
A disciple from the Spirit Medicine Valley came to examine Qin Fei’s injuries.
“Junior Brother Gu, are you still defending your disciple despite his underhanded methods in the sect tournament? Are you disregarding the sect’s rules?” The Law Enforcement Elder glared at Gu Feng.
“I…” Elder Gu Feng opened his mouth but hesitated to respond.
“Elder, your judgment is flawed!” Xiao Yang suddenly spoke.
“What?” The Law Enforcement Elder froze, glaring at Xiao Yang.
The sect master and elders turned their attention to Xiao Yang, their Holy Son, who had been acting unusually bold lately.
“Do you think Lin Wangchuan’s actions were inappropriate and warrant punishment?” the Law Enforcement Elder asked sternly.
Xiao Yang remained calm and composed despite the elder’s imposing aura.
“Who says my brother used underhanded methods?” Xiao Yang replied, meeting the elder’s gaze firmly.