Divine King of Honour

Lin Han looked at Xu Nian not far away with a mocking smile, his gaze carrying a playful coldness.

Coming across Xu Nian at the same place was a bit of a surprise for him, but it was more of a delight.

Previously, when Xu Nian was at the entrance of Jade Cave Heaven, he had provoked Lin Han. Now was the perfect opportunity to take revenge.

"Are you leaving on your own, or do I need to make a move?" Lin Han said, looking at Xu Nian with a cold smile, his gaze lofty and filled with scorn.

The spectators at the scene heard this and also showed expressions of surprise.

It seemed just as they had guessed, Lin Han was planning to directly eliminate Xu Nian.

For a moment, everyone's look towards Xu Nian turned to one of sympathy and pity. Although Xu Nian had previously defeated Qin Yuanshan of the Nine-star War Sect, many people could tell that Xu Nian had borrowed some external power.

Such power usually wouldn't last long, and was likely a one-off; if it were about true strength, Xu Nian, who ranked tenth on the Azure Dragon List, still had quite a gap compared to Lin Han, who was second on the list.

"So you're certain you can defeat me?" Xu Nian responded coldly.

Although he knew he was likely not a match for Lin Han, Lin Han's arrogant attitude still infuriated him.

Xu Nian had never been one to back down. Since Lin Han intended to confront him head-on, he would let Lin Han know that even if Lin Han tried to bite him to death, he would break all his teeth.

"Looks like you don't plan to leave on your own? That's fine by me; it spares me the feeling of being unfulfilled. You dared to insult me before entering Jade Cave Heaven, now I'll let you know that I, Lin Han, am not someone you can afford to provoke."

As Lin Han said the last word, his eyes suddenly sharpened.

His figure burst forth in a flash, swinging his fist towards Xu Nian in an attempt to crush him.

The Fist Wind was swift and fierce like a tiger, with terrifying Gang Qi aimed directly at Xu Nian's chest.

He had always been a person who was ruthless and decisive. Since he was dealing with Xu Nian, he would absolutely not give Xu Nian any chance to breathe. Declarations of victory could wait until he had Xu Nian underfoot.

Xu Nian was also surprised, not expecting Lin Han to strike so decisively.

Without the slightest hesitation, he immediately channeled the Divine Demon Gang Qi within him. Nether Dragon Qi and Blood Dragon Qi were both activated, one infused within the Gang Qi and the other condensing into a Dragon Scale Fist, boldly meeting Lin Han's punch.

"Boom!"

A loud bang echoed, Lin Han was forced back three steps, while Xu Nian was sent retreating a full ten steps.

It had to be said, Lin Han's mastery in Body Refinement was indeed profound. The Body Refining Cultivation at the Peak of the Star Realm had been tempered by him to the utmost, his muscles as hard as steel.

Even with the power of two great Dragon Energies, Xu Nian was still at a disadvantage, showing just how formidable he was.

Of course, there were also three stars difference between the realms of the two men. Had Xu Nian been at a nine-star cultivation level right now, that punch might have been enough to break Lin Han's arm.

"Interesting. No wonder you could defeat Ouyang Cheng Feng, being able to take one of my punches head-on. But do you really think that's enough to contend with me? That's far too arrogant. I only used half my strength for that punch," Lin Han said, his eyes showing slight amazement, but he quickly let out a scornful chuckle.

The audience in the square, upon hearing these words, sighed in awe.

Such a fierce punch had only used half of his strength; it was no wonder he stood second on the Azure Dragon List. It seemed Xu Nian, the dark horse, was likely going to fall here.

Xu Nian also rubbed his numb arm, his mind filled with amazement. Lin Han before him was indeed stronger than he had imagined.

He couldn't believe just how strong Dugu Jingcheng, who had defeated Lin Han with only three swords a year ago, must be.

"Hmph, die!"

Just as Xu Nian was feeling emotional, Lin Han charged at him again with an even more rapid and fierce Gang Qi on his fist, the crimson energy actually seeping through his skin to cover his fist.

To know that without reaching the Silver Moon Level, neither Body Cultivation nor Spirit Cultivators could possibly achieve the release of Spiritual Energy externally, but Lin Han was able to release Gang Qi through his skin at the Peak of Star Realm, which clearly showed his mastery over Gang Qi was impeccable.

To break through to the Silver Moon Level for him was just a matter of minutes.

Watching Lin Han charging again, Xu Nian no longer chose to confront him head-on with his Divine Demon Refining Body technique but instead unsheathed the long sword from his waist with his usual ease.

"Clang!"

The sound of the sword cry arose, and Xu Nian's sleeves and the purple Academy Robe also rustled as if moved by an invisible wind.

"Ling Feng Thirteen Swords, Ninth Sword, Wind Fury!" Xu Nian shouted, swinging the Xuan Iron Sword in his hand.

In an instant, his Xuan Iron Sword seemed to whip up a raging wind, slashing towards Lin Han.

Ling Feng Thirteen Swords!

The first ten swords were: Wind Chime, Wind Roar, Wind Blast, Wind & Rain, Wind & Sand, Wind Shaking, Wind Trace, Wind Extreme, Wind Fury, Wind Kill!

The final three swords were: Wind Song, Wind Roar, Wind Shaking Heaven.

After the modifications by the Yetian Divine Emperor, each sword contained infinite profundity and could exert tremendous power.

In battles against different foes, different techniques could also have unexpected effects.

"Clang!"

Lin Han's fist and Xu Nian's Xuan Iron Sword clashed fiercely, emitting an extreme tremor.

This time, Lin Han was actually forced back ten steps by that strike, a look of surprise appearing on his face.

He had used seventy percent of his strength in that punch but hadn't expected not only to fail to defeat Xu Nian but to be pushed back even more.

The audience in the arena was also dumbstruck, as Xu Nian blocked Lin Han's attack once again.

Of course, it wasn't easy for Xu Nian either; the terrible recoil from the sword made the corner of his mouth bleed.

But at this moment, he couldn't care about that and quickly fled towards the distance, propelled by the rebound.

Nonsense, if he didn't escape now, he was really waiting to be eliminated by Lin Han.

Being embarrassed was one thing, but if he lost not only the qualification to participate in the Academy's grand competition but also the opportunity to contend for the Golden Crow Fruit, Xu Nian wouldn't have been that foolish.

Among all the stratagems, fleeing was the best tactic.

However, he, Xu Nian, noted this grudge today, and next time they met, he would definitely seek his revenge tenfold or a hundredfold.

But how could Lin Han possibly let Xu Nian escape so easily? If he did, how could he still have the face to mix in the Academy?

"Thinking of escaping? In your dreams!" Lin Han roared, and his figure burst forth crazily, each step he took leaving deep pits in the ground.

This Jade Cave Heaven was not a flat plain; it was no different from the Demon Beast Forest, overgrown with weeds and full of rugged rocks.

Thus Xu Nian and Lin Han began to chase each other through this primal forest, one after the other.

On the elevated platform in the outside plaza, the Academy Elders and Leng Yanran and others watched the scene, all frowning deeply.

Because at this moment, the direction Xu Nian was escaping toward was the most dangerous place in Jade Cave Heaven: Life-breaking Cliff!