Ch. 91 - Getting Stronger Just By Eating? That's Practically Cheating!
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"But her Taotie beast not only activated its bloodline divine skill, it also killed the Ninth Protector of the Beast King Cult!" the principal of No. 2 Middle School said helplessly.
Xuan Tianwen's smile froze before it disappeared completely.
"Wh- what?"
The principal shook his head and sighed heavily.
"Ling Qingxue's Taotie has already broken through to the Third Rank mid-stage and activated its Taotie bloodline a few days ago when the Beast King Cult attacked Lingtian Middle School. It used the bloodline divine skill 'Taotie Feast' to kill the Ninth Protector of the Beast King Cult. You have no chance of winning."
Xuan Tianwen's long-held hope was completely shattered.
A month ago, Wu Liang had not yet activated his Taotie bloodline. How could he activate it in such a short time?
It took him years to fully activate the Nine Heavens Thunder Dragon bloodline, and only today did he finally succeed.
The principal patted him on the shoulder.
"The Taotie is a superior divine beast, on the same level as the Golden Sacred Dragon. The Thunder Flood Dragon's Nine Heavens Thunder Dragon bloodline can only be considered a mid-level divine beast at best. Their bloodline skills are not on the same level, and given that the Thunder Flood Dragon lost its level advantage, you are destined to lose that battle!"
Even among divine beasts, there were still differences in strength.
Everyone simply categorized them into three levels: superior, middle, and inferior.
The Four Ferocious Beasts and the Four Divine Beasts were all superior divine beasts, and their strength ranked at the top of all divine beasts.
Although the Nine Heavens Thunder Dragon was also a dragon, it could not compare to the Golden Sacred Dragon, barely ranking as a middle-level divine beast.
Now, with both at the Third Rank mid-stage, the Taotie's chances of winning were clearly higher than the Thunder Flood Dragon's.
"No—!"
Xuan Tianwen's face was filled with despair as he felt his heart shattering.
This wasn't even the martial arts exam yet!
Liu Fufeng and Beiming Yan were already one step ahead of him, and now Ling Qingxue also appeared...
He was afraid he wouldn't even make it into the top three in the martial arts exam two months from now.
He originally wanted to compete for first place, but now, that hope was completely extinguished. Breaking through to the Third Rank late-stage in just two months was already his limit!
"What kind of hellish challenge is this year?!"
In any other year, he would have been a surefire candidate for first place. This year, he might not even make the top three...
"That's why I told you to give up in this competition. There's no need to fight Ling Qingxue. It will affect your mental state for the next two months. I can spread rumors that you've entered a high-level secret place and haven't come out yet, and that'll be the end of it."
Xuan Tianwen clenched his fists, grinding his teeth.
"No! I still want to fight! Even if I lose, I still want to fight. I issued the challenge. If I don't fight, Kyoto No. 2 Middle School will lose face. I... can handle losing!"
In a battle between equals, the advantage lay with Taotie.
However, both the Taotie and the Thunder Flood Dragon were only at the Third Rank. Their strength was limited, and the difference in power was also limited, so he might find a tiny chance of winning.
"Principal, do you have a video of the entire process of him activating his bloodline divine skill? I'd like to watch it," Xuan Tian asked.
The principal sent him the video.
"This is a high-definition, complete recording of the entire process of the Taotie activating his bloodline. It even includes his counterattack against the Ninth Protector of the Beast King Cult. Don't worry, even if you lose, it's okay. There are always winners and losers in martial arts."
"I understand!"
......
Beiming Martial Arts University.
Beiming Feng had just landed on the ground with his Ice Wind Kunpeng when a pretty young girl approached him.
She was Beiming Yan, Ling Qingxue's friend from her previous life, and also Beiming Feng's younger sister.
"Brother, your strength is lacking. You almost caused the Beast King Cult to kill one of the top talents of Beiming Martial Arts University," Beiming Yan teased.
Beiming Feng frowned slightly, his expression turning cold.
"Why are you wandering around here instead of training to prepare for the martial arts exam?"
Beiming Yan stood with her hands on her hips, completely unfazed.
"Mind your own business. I just want you to analyze who is stronger, Ling Qingxue or me. Can she take my second place?"
"Do you want the truth?"
Beiming Yan gritted her teeth. "Of course. Otherwise, why would I ask you?"
"I think you'll lose, and you'll lose badly," Beiming Feng said with a slight smile.
"Why?! Is my Northern Sea (Beiming) Kunpeng inferior to a Taotie?"
Beiming Feng shook his head.
"The Beiming Kunpeng isn't weaker than the Taotie at its peak, but its breakthrough speed far surpasses the Kunpeng's. After devouring the corpse of the Ninth Protector of the Beast King Cult, and with two months of intensive training, it will likely reach the unparalleled early Fourth Rank during the martial arts exam. At that time, both you and Liu Fufeng will be defeated!"
The Taotie devoured everything, making its speed of advancement beyond imagination!
While the Northern Sea Kunpeng's strength wasn't weaker than the Taotie's, its breakthrough speed was far behind.
After this battle, Wu Liang had the first place in the martial arts exam almost secured.
It would be very difficult for Liu Fufeng and Beiming Yan to win—or rather, their chances of winning were less than 30%.
Beiming Yan scratched her head, looking troubled.
"How could this be? This is too unfair! Getting stronger just by eating is practically cheating!"
Beiming Feng smirked.
"Why worry about a temporary win or loss? That Gluttonous Beast is only at the advanced level one star right now. Nobody knows its limit. You just need to keep improving yourself, and you'll surpass it one day. You can go and observe her fight with Xuan Tianwen in three days. You might learn something."
After saying that, Beiming Feng went to Beiming Martial Arts Academy to report his mission.
He had recruited Ling Qingxue and even killed the Second Elder of the Beast King Cult, which was a great achievement. The reward should be substantial.
...
The duel between Ling Qingxue and Xuan Tianwen had been dubbed by netizens as "the prelude to the martial arts exam."
With only two months until the exam, it was difficult to make significant progress.
Therefore, whoever won this battle would determine their ranking in the martial arts exam.
Furthermore, the immense impact of Wu Liang activating the 'Taotie Feast' bloodline divine skill attracted a massive influx of viewers, nearly ten million watching the fight.
Some even started livestreaming, preparing to provide live commentary on the duel.
Penguin Live, Elegant Tiger Live, Quick Foot Live...
Some even invited two famous commentators, Brother Yao and Xiao Lu, to provide their analysis.
"Dear viewers, it's an honor to be invited to comment on this duel between two prodigies. Your favorites, Xiao Lu and I would like to say hello in advance."
Brother Yao appeared in the livestream, dressed casually, looking like a rough-around-the-edges man compared to the flamboyantly dressed Xiao Lu beside him.
However, Brother Yao had his own rhythm and a sharp eye, making him very popular with viewers.
"Xiao Lu, let's make a bold prediction about the outcome of the fight and see who has the better eye," Brother Yao said with a smile.
Xiao Lu smiled and winked at the audience.
"To be honest, I still believe Xuan Tianwen is stronger. I heard this isn't just a battle between magical beasts, but also between Ling Qingxue and Xuan Tianwen. Xuan Tianwen is a Third Rank mid-stage martial artist, far stronger than Ling Qingxue's Second Rank late-stage. Overall, Ling Qingxue will most likely lose."
Brother Yao chuckled. "Oh? Looks like we have different opinions. I think Ling Qingxue, this dark horse, will keep surprising us before the martial arts exam is over!"