Cosmic Finger, one of the top Dao Techniques of Dao Yi Academy.
The cultivation of this Dao Technique is extremely difficult, and it is said that many Elders within the Academy have not fully comprehended it.
Just from the Dao pattern condensed at the fingertips of Chen Qingyuan, the powerful figures could tell his realm was not shallow.
"How many years has he been in Dao Yi Academy?"
"Cosmic myriad laws, one finger to suppress the world. This is a superior technique. Many in Dao Yi Academy, even after cultivating for thousands of years, struggle to grasp its true essence. How did Chen Qingyuan achieve this?"
"It's one thing to master the ultimate sword technique, but to also be proficient in superior pupil techniques, and now he can even use Cosmic Finger. This kid is an evildoer!"
The powerful figures from the Song Family and the Misty Palace were truly moved; this was the most monstrous talent they had encountered in their lives.
Even the great Elder of Misty Palace had to admit that Chen Qingyuan's talent was no less than that of Changsun Fengye.
In a battle of the same realm, even Changsun Fengye, having released his prohibitions, would likely find it difficult to defeat Chen Qingyuan.
Boom!
Chen Qingyuan pointed out, and the mysterious light passed through the cosmic Dao pattern at his fingertips, speeding towards Changsun Fengye's face.
Changsun Fengye immediately countered with the power of his body technique, thrusting out a palm.
"Puff"
In an instant, Changsun Fengye's right palm was pierced through, the remaining trajectory of the finger light continued unabated.
Fortunately, Changsun Fengye tilted his head while striking out with his palm, allowing the finger light to hit the barrier behind him. Had he been careless, it would have been quite embarrassing!
"It's not just the power of the Cosmic Finger, but also… swordsmanship!"
The observing powerful figures noticed an unusual trace and, after some calculation, came to a conclusion.
"Using the way of finger techniques to control sword intent. This kid is defying the heavens!"
Just the Cosmic Finger alone should not have been able to break through Changsun Fengye's body technique.
"He's half a step into the realm of Sword Dao without a sword, a domain many great sword cultivators struggle to touch."
The four realms of Sword Dao, with the final realm of 'no sword' blocking countless sword prodigies. If one enters this realm, no sword triumphs over having a sword, truly understanding the essence of Sword Dao, where everything in their eyes becomes a sword, capable of shattering stars with a flick of the finger.
The strength Chen Qingyuan displayed far exceeded everyone's understanding.
Cosmic Finger was already difficult to cultivate, but Chen Qingyuan not only glimpsed its path but also integrated swordsmanship into it. Using force to boost force, he forcibly elevated his Sword Dao realm, half-stepping into the realm of 'no sword.'
Over countless years, it wasn't that no one had attempted something similar. However, integrating swordsmanship into other Dao Techniques was extremely difficult, and a slight misstep could lead to madness.
"Again!"
Changsun Fengye's palm quickly healed, his spirits high, battle intent surging.
After speaking, Changsun Fengye charged towards Chen Qingyuan again, each punch capable of suppressing the peak Elemental Infant cultivators.
The true combat power they unleashed was not weaker than the early stages of Divine Transformation, perhaps even stronger. What's more outrageous was that this was not their full strength.
"The true evildoers never reveal all their cards until a life-and-death crisis."
The unknown is the most terrifying thing.
All the powerful figures had experienced peer competition and knew the importance of concealing one's skills.
Bang bang bang…
The intensity of the battle escalated, the void and floor of the arena shattered countless times, explosions ringing out, causing the hearts of the watching peers to tremble.
At a certain spot in the spectator seats, Song Ningyan had stood up at some point, her beautiful eyes sparkling as she watched the arena. She had never thought that Chen Qingyuan possessed such terrifying strength, truly shocked today, her red lips slightly parted, her heart extremely unsettled.
Is this his true form?
Song Ningyan couldn't help but recall the usual Chen Qingyuan, playful and unrestrained, completely different from the person in the arena.
Chen Qingyuan, with his swordsmanship realm forcibly elevated to half a step into the realm of 'no sword,' and the Dao Technique of Cosmic Finger, fought Changsun Fengye to a standstill.
Both were injured, but their foundations remained intact.
Unknowingly, the battle had reached five hundred rounds.
Chen Qingyuan with full force pointed and repelled Changsun Fengye, loudly saying, "Hey! Our agreed number of rounds has been reached, it's time to stop."
Changsun Fengye was not yet satisfied, many of his cards still unplayed, who knew it would reach five hundred rounds so quickly.
Originally, he wanted to continue, but then he thought about it, continuing to fight would only be a waste of time, unlikely to determine a winner, not very meaningful.
Thus, Changsun Fengye stood still, the Dao marks of the prohibition on his face beginning to dissipate.
Visible to the naked eye, Changsun Fengye's eyes returned to normal, and the suffocating oppressive aura on his body also vanished.
Seeing this, Chen Qingyuan also retracted his supernatural powers, finally able to breathe a sigh of relief.
Snap!
Changsun Fengye's hand produced a symbolic folding fan, opened it, and gently fanned himself.
"Young Master Chen's strength is truly admirable. Let's find a time to have a good fight."
As he spoke, the breeze from the folding fan blew through Changsun Fengye's hair, adding a touch of dashing charm.
"We'll talk about it another time."
Chen Qingyuan faced him, speaking seriously.
The two no longer fought, and the Barrier Laws quickly repaired the arena, smoothing out all the aftermath of the battle and smoke.
The powerful figures watching Changsun Fengye's effortless control tightened inside, secretly marveling, "In an instant, suppressing the prohibition's laws and returning to his original form. Changsun Fengye's control over the prohibition must have reached a realm unimaginable to ordinary people."
Many Elders from the Song Family had been worried that Misty Palace might cultivate a demon, but it seemed they were overly concerned.
Perhaps some people are born to be the protagonists of a great era, destined to create their own glorious epoch.
The prohibition that no one in Misty Palace had successfully cultivated for nearly a hundred thousand years was controlled by Changsun Fengye. As long as he doesn't die prematurely, he will surely become one of the strongest beings in the world.
"Is it over?"
When the smoke cleared, and the young people could finally see the situation on the stage clearly, they found that the two had stopped, their faces filled with surprise and regret.
"Five hundred rounds of sparring, no victor."
A great cultivator exclaimed loudly.
"The era of the young!"
More and more old fellows became sentimental, uncontrollably recalling their own youth.
"Release."
Song Xiu Feng gently waved his sleeve, opening the Barrier that sealed the arena.
Then, Chen Qingyuan turned and left, his figure graceful.
Suddenly, Changsun Fengye flashed in front of Chen Qingyuan, blocking his way.
"What are you doing?"
Chen Qingyuan asked with a displeased tone.
Seeing this scene, many thought Changsun Fengye still wanted to fight, their hearts tensing up.
Proofreader & Editor: Lotas