As Li Xuan threw out a punch, the spiritual energy filling the sky instantly converged rapidly onto his fist.
Although Li Xuan's punch appeared extremely ordinary, it was as if the very fabric of heaven and earth had been overturned. An ineffable might instantly erupted.
"This young fellow from the Seventh Peak has actually integrated the momentum of heaven and earth into a single punch!"
At this moment, the seven individuals hovering high in the sky, including An Batian, all displayed expressions of shock as they observed the changes in the world. Even Di Renhai from the Third Peak had a trace of astonishment in his eyes.
"To draw upon the momentum of heaven and earth to strike himself, this palm, though seemingly ordinary, is in reality an invincible force. If that Bi Li Shi cannot withstand it, then the outcome of this battle will be clear. At that point, our previous resolution will be voided."
A hint of satisfaction flashed across An Batian's face, and he then spoke with commendation.
Liu Wen nodded immediately upon hearing this, "As the Sect Master speaks, we shall naturally obey. Furthermore, this humble one has discovered that this young fellow's mastery of the physical body seems extraordinarily profound."
Di Renhai, who had been about to open his mouth, now closed it. After all, An Batian was the Sect Master of the Azure Hall. His words were practically a final judgment. However, as Di Renhai looked at Li Xuan again, his gaze carried a renewed sense of anger.
"Good," the other four responded, nodding in agreement.
After all, according to the agreed-upon resolution, as long as a disciple from the Seventh Peak entered the top ten, the management rights of the Seventh Peak and the matter of Elder Luo Kang's identity would continue as before.
Although the four favored disciples of the Seventh Peak, Su Yueze and the others, had already been defeated, Li Xuan's current display of talent and strength spoke for itself.
Upon hearing the other five individuals also agree, Di Renhai's expression grew even more somber.
Originally, according to the resolution, if no disciple from the Seventh Peak entered the top ten, the Seventh Peak would be managed by the top scorer of the Mortal Realm Group. Prior to this, his son, Di Yijie, had already achieved the top spot in the Mortal Realm Group.
Upon seeing Su Yueze and the other three defeated, Di Renhai's face was already beaming with joy. He had never expected that Li Xuan would not only contend for a spot in the top ten but now was also drawing upon the momentum of heaven and earth to augment his attack.
"Damn it, Luo Kang, is this your backup plan?" Di Renhai muttered inwardly, then took a deep breath, his expression instantly returning to normal.
"Insolent! What is the origin of this brat, to be able to draw upon the momentum of heaven and earth!" Bi Li Shi saw the changes in the world as Li Xuan unleashed his seemingly ordinary palm strike.
The oppressive might, like a mountain bearing down, gave Bi Li Shi a feeling of being unable to resist. Seeing this invisible yet clearly palpable pressure surge towards him, Bi Li Shi gritted his teeth and unleashed all the spiritual energy within his body.
"I refuse to believe that with your strength, you can completely control the momentum of heaven and earth!" Bi Li Shi glanced, a fierce glint flashing in his eyes. His left arm, suffused with golden light, now unleashed a punch as spiritual energy continuously condensed.
"Crimson Fiery Dragon Claw, Dragon Transformation!"
Bi Li Shi roared, his left arm once again erupting with golden light. The space seemed unable to contain this power and instantly fractured. Then, before the eyes of everyone, he fiercely punched towards Li Xuan's strike.
Bang!
This time, their fists met squarely. One golden, one white, each occupying half the sky. Clearly, in this initial clash, neither had gained the upper hand. The onlookers watched intently.
"Your fifth junior brother is not simple. Your master has not guided him in even a single move recently, and yet he has managed to draw upon the momentum of heaven and earth as his attack. For Bi Li Shi to win this match, he would have to break through this augmentation of heaven and earth's momentum."
"However, given his and Li Xuan's equal cultivation at the Mortal Realm, it is unlikely he can achieve that."
Watching Li Xuan and Bi Li Shi engage in a head-on collision, Luo Kang spoke softly.
"Heh heh, Master, fifth junior brother is quite formidable. On his very first day at our Seventh Peak, he managed to endure under the Spiritual Waterfall for thirteen minutes," Song Wuwén replied with evident joy in his eyes, speaking to Luo Kang with great enthusiasm.
"Oh, is that so? It seems, once this matter is concluded, I must amend some of our rules," Luo Kang replied, a flicker of surprise in his eyes, then as if making a decision.
Su Yueze, hearing this, eagerly inquired, "Does Master mean that you will begin teaching fifth junior brother? If so, that would be wonderful. With Master's guidance, fifth junior brother's strength will surely soar!"
Rumble!
Just then, a tremendous roar suddenly erupted in mid-air. Luo Kang and the others immediately looked up.
They saw that the two spiritual lights, one golden and one white, which had been locked in a stalemate, had now undergone a significant change. The golden light emanating from Bi Li Shi was rapidly receding, clearly indicating he was at a disadvantage in his clash with Li Xuan.
On the arena, Bi Li Shi was inwardly lamenting. He had initially believed that although Li Xuan could draw upon the momentum of heaven and earth, he couldn't fully control it, which was why Bi Li Shi dared to take the gamble.
He never expected that the momentum of heaven and earth would be as solid as rock, utterly unyielding. His attacks were proving completely incapable of breaking through.
Moreover, as time passed, the powerful aura intensified. Bi Li Shi felt that if he didn't retreat soon, he wouldn't even be able to withstand the pressure alone.
"Retreat!" Bi Li Shi thought, no longer hesitating. He swiftly retreated, moving out of Li Xuan's attack range.
Seeing Bi Li Shi retreat, Li Xuan's lips curved into a slight smile. He then changed his hand seals and pointed a finger at Bi Li Shi.
As Li Xuan pointed, the majestic aura of heaven and earth behind him cascaded down like a waterfall, surging towards Bi Li Shi. Wherever it passed, space itself fractured. At a glance, it was like an unstoppable flood.
"What!" Bi Li Shi's eyes widened in sheer horror. He hastily formed hand seals, and a spiritual energy barrier instantly flashed around him.
Boom!
The surging momentum of heaven and earth instantly enveloped Bi Li Shi's spiritual energy barrier. The immense pressure caused the barrier to sway precariously.
Crack!
With a cracking sound, before Bi Li Shi's terrified eyes, cracks rapidly appeared on the spiritual energy barrier.
Seeing the spiritual energy barrier about to shatter, Bi Li Shi was petrified and hurriedly shouted, "I surrender!"
Li Xuan's lips curved into a smile upon hearing this. With a thought, he waved his large hand downwards. The might of heaven and earth instantly blew past like a gentle breeze, disappearing without a trace.
Observing the changes around him, Bi Li Shi breathed a sigh of relief. He then looked up at Li Xuan, his eyes filled with deep unwillingness.
However, with disciples of the Azure Hall watching, Bi Li Shi knew he could not go back on his word. Moreover, even if he could, he doubted he could defeat Li Xuan.
"Hmph." Despite losing the match, Bi Li Shi still let out a cold snort. Without another word, he leaped off the stage.
As Bi Li Shi left the arena, the light on the stage immediately dimmed.
Li Xuan smiled slightly, then bowed slightly to the individuals from the Seventh Peak, nodding his head. Afterward, he too moved, leaping off the stage.
Seeing Li Xuan's victory, An Batian nodded slightly and said, "I didn't expect Li Xuan to actually win the match. In that case, our previous resolution is voided."
Liu Wen and the others all nodded. Only Di Renhai's expression was extremely gloomy.
Liu Wen's mood brightened considerably, and his gaze towards Li Xuan, who had returned to the Seventh Peak, became much warmer.
"This young fellow is truly remarkable."