In chaotic times, skill points are added: from hunter to martial saint, only killing and no mercy!

The next morning, Li Yi and the other three who had advanced to the final four arrived at Xifengping early, waiting for the final match.

After completely refining the demon core given to him by Mu Zhanzi, Li Yi's powerful skills were greatly enhanced.

It could even be said that with Li Yi's current strength, he could easily defeat his past self.

"They probably never imagined that I would make such tremendous progress in just one night!"

At this time, hundreds of people had gathered near Xifengping. Jin Lingzi and others also came to the scene to watch the competition.

"Match 1: Mu Yinzi Li Yi vs. Shui Kongzi!"

The competition for True Qi Realm has now reached the top four stage. Only two more matches are needed to determine the winner of this sect competition.

Those who advance to the top four are all among the best in their class, possessing extremely powerful cultivation and martial arts skills. Observing their battles can provide other disciples with a lot of inspiration.

Therefore, starting a hundred years ago, after entering the top four, each match was conducted separately so that the other disciples could observe.

Meanwhile, the person in charge of overseeing the competition changed from the sect leader to an elder at the Qi Refining Realm.

"Junior brother, since my disciple will be participating in this battle, you shall take charge!"

On the bluestone, Jin Lingzi smiled and spoke to an old man.

This old man was the master of Mu Qianzi, the steward of the General Affairs Hall, and Jin Xianzi, the third elder of the Qingyun Sect.

Jin Xianzi was also a veteran Qi Refining Realm martial artist. Seeing that Jin Lingzi had taken the initiative to speak, he readily agreed and quickly arrived at Xifengping.

The act of avoiding danger has always been an unspoken understanding within the Qingyun Sect, and everyone has tacitly accepted this situation.

Jin Xianzi stood beside the two of them and said loudly:

"Go ahead and do as you please, I'll be watching over you, there's no need to worry!"

As Jin Xianzi explained the rules, Li Yi looked up at him.

This time, the opponent was a young man with a face as white as jade, whose hands were long and slender, and who held a pair of Emei Water-Splitting Daggers.

"Mu Yuzi, you've reached the fourth level of True Qi. Please enlighten me!"

Although Mu Yuzi's cultivation level was only one level higher than Li Yi's, judging from his aura, even some disciples at the fifth level of True Qi were not as powerful as him.

Clearly, Mu Yuzi is also a core disciple with exceptional talent!

"Mu Yinzi, you've reached the third level of True Qi. Please enlighten me!"

Seeing that the two had exchanged their cultivation levels and Dao names, Jin Xianzi lightly stepped back from the arena.

"The competition begins!"

At Jin Xianzi's command, Li Yi gripped the Mo Han Snake Spear tightly, took a few quick steps forward, and launched a fierce spear attack straight at his opponent.

The founder of the Qingyun Sect, Qingyunzi, rose from humble beginnings and fought countless battles throughout his life. Relying on his formidable martial arts skills, he instilled fear in several kingdoms, including Chen and Qing, before finally establishing the Qingyun Sect.

As his disciple, he also went through many wars before he grew up.

Therefore, the [Breaking Cloud Heaven Spear] created by Jin Yizi, the eldest disciple of Qingyunzi and the second-generation sect leader of Qingyun Sect, also embodies his lifelong fighting spirit.

Li Yi wielded the Ink Cold Serpent Spear with incredible speed and power, unleashing a barrage of spear strikes that, with overwhelming force, firmly gripped Shui Yuzi.

The heroic spirit of the spear technique, which pierces the heavens and earth, also gave the surrounding disciples some insights. Some of the Body Refinement Realm martial artists who also practiced this spear technique directly comprehended many new moves and insights.

Compared to the disciples who had gained something from the surrounding area, Shui Yuzi, who was enveloped by the force of the Breaking Cloud Spear, felt that the spear force was everywhere, making it impossible for her to avoid it.

"What amazing marksmanship!"

As Shui Yuzi looked at Li Yi in front of her, her heart sank.

Although his master was also an elder of the Qingyun Sect and a core disciple like Li Yi, Li Yi's strength, which allowed him to fight opponents of higher ranks, still secretly shocked him.

He had only ever seen this kind of spear intent in his own senior brother!

You should know that his senior brother is a powerful martial artist at the eighth level of True Qi!

In just a few breaths, the force of the Cloud-Piercing Spear had filled the entire arena.

Shui Yuzi, positioned at the center of the spear stance, withdrew her distracting thoughts and gently rotated the Emei Water-Splitting Dagger in her hand, as streams of true energy emanated from her body.

His formidable strength, belonging to the core disciples of the fourth level of the True Qi Realm, was fully revealed.

"The crescent moon swirls over Mount Emei!"

He wielded his two Emei Water-Splitting Daggers repeatedly, splitting the spears in front of him and charging forward to approach Li Yi.

Watching the Cloud-Piercing Spear's momentum being separated like clear water in front of Shui Yuzi's two Emei Water-Splitting Daggers, Li Yi's spear suddenly changed, and a completely new spear momentum surged out.

"Azure clouds cover the sun!"

A sharp spear aura emerged, with faint wisps of blue light visible on it.

On the nearby bluestone, several elders, including Jin Lingzi, watched this scene with expressions of amazement on their faces.

"Mizutama is going to lose."

An elder shook his head slightly, then looked at Jin Lingzi curiously and asked:

"Senior brother, when did your last disciple master the [Cloud-Piercing Azure Light]?"

Hearing the praises from his fellow disciples beside him, Jin Lingzi nodded slightly, clearly very satisfied with Li Yi's performance.

The azure light that appeared on Li Yi's spear stance was the true meaning of breaking through clouds, which could only be comprehended and mastered by cultivating the [Cloud-Breaking Heavenly Spear] to an unfathomable level.

【Breaking Through the Clouds with Azure Light】is the core essence of this spear technique, extremely sharp, and can enhance the power of many spear techniques.

"It's just some expected progress, nothing to brag about."

Jin Lingzi smiled slightly and looked towards the arena.

On the arena, Shui Yuzi had already knocked one of her Emei Water-Splitting Daggers away, and could only tightly grip the remaining one to defend against Li Yi's attacks.

But just a few breaths later, with a muffled clang, the Emei Water-Splitting Dagger that Shui Yuzi used to defend against the spear's force was also knocked away.

With a whoosh, Li Yi's Ink Cold Serpent Spear plunged straight in, the [Cloud-Piercing Azure Light] on the tip of the spear constantly flickering, instantly tearing the Taoist robe around Shui Yuzi's neck.

Feeling a slight stinging sensation on her neck, Mizutama stood frozen in place, not daring to make the slightest movement.

"I lost."

After a moment, Mizutama sighed softly, looked at Li Yi with a complicated expression, and admitted defeat.

Seeing this, Jin Xianzi, who was ready to rush into the arena at any moment, breathed a slight sigh of relief. The next moment, Jin Xianzi shouted loudly:

"The winner of this round is Mu Yinzi!"

After Shui Yuzi conceded defeat, Li Yi also sheathed the Ink Cold Serpent Spear, looked at him and smiled:

"My junior apprentice is also very strong; I look forward to sparring with you again!"

After exchanging a few polite words, Li Yi turned and returned to the crowd.

"Junior brother, you're amazing!"

Mu Xingzi and Mu Zhanzi both gave Li Yi a thumbs-up in praise as he returned.

"You two senior brothers are too kind. Let's take a look at our opponent first."

Li Yi said a few words of modesty, then turned to look at another competition.

This match was between Mu Yuezi, the junior brother of the sect leader Mu Yangzi, and a fellow disciple at the fourth level of True Qi.

Mu Xingzi chuckled and said, "Junior brother, you've really made your master proud this time."

As he spoke, Mu Xingzi raised an eyebrow, signaling Li Yi to turn his gaze to the bluestone outside Xifengping.

"Look at the smile on Master's lips, he just can't suppress it!"

Upon hearing this, Li Yi also turned his head to look at the bluestone.

Among the many elders, Jin Lingzi had a smile on his lips.

Suddenly, as if sensing something, Jin Lingzi, who was sitting cross-legged on the bluestone, turned his head slightly and looked in Li Yi's direction.

In an instant, Li Yi and the other two met Jin Lingzi's gaze.

Jin Lingzi looked at his three disciples, his gaze sweeping over them before settling on Li Yi. He nodded slightly in encouragement before turning his attention back to the arena.

For elders like Jin Lingzi, the future of the sect is of greater importance.

The promising disciples who emerge in each sect competition foreshadow the future of the Qingyun Sect.

As the junior disciple of the sect leader's lineage, Mu Yuezi is also extremely powerful.

After a few moves, he defeated his opponent and successfully advanced to the final competition.

"Junior brother, he's the one competing against you for first place in this sect competition!"

Looking at Mu Yuezi as she stepped off the stage, Mu Xingzi's voice deepened as she looked at Li Yi.

Li Yi and Mu Yuezi are both junior disciples in their respective lineages, and their masters are rivals.

In a sense, the upcoming competition is also a battle between the sect leader's lineage and Jin Lingzi's lineage.

Hearing Mu Xingzi's words, Li Yi also realized this.

Recalling Mu Yuezi's battle just now, Li Yi felt more confident.

"Rest assured, my two senior brothers, I will surely win this battle!"

Li Yi stood tall and looked confidently at Mu Yuezi.

On one side of Xifengping, Mu Yuezi, who was surrounded by many disciples, also noticed Li Yi's gaze. She raised her eyes and met Li Yi's gaze, her eyes filled with the same confidence.

The next battle will determine the rankings of the True Qi Realm disciples in this sect competition, so ample time has been given to allow the four disciples to recover to their best condition.

An hour later, the defeated Shui Yuzi and her companion stepped onto the arena for their final match.

After an incense stick's time, Shui Yuzi used the Emei Water-Splitting Dagger in her hand to disarm her opponent, and then with a few quick movements, she stopped him.

Thus, Shui Yuzi, who was defeated by Li Yi, won third place in this sect competition.

"If it weren't for Junior Brother Shui Yuzi meeting Junior Brother, he could have competed for first or second place with his strength."

Juxingzi sighed in admiration as he looked at the strength that Shuiyuzi had displayed.

As a group of disciples quickly caught up with the arena and tidied up, the arena, which had been badly damaged by Shui Yuzi and her companion, was restored to its original state.

Jin Xianzi walked onto the arena with a smile and addressed the crowd:

"The decisive battle of the 125th Qingyun Sect Grand Competition has officially begun!"

Upon hearing this, Li Yi, carrying the Ink Cold Serpent Spear and the Seven Killing Cold Bow on his back, slowly walked to the arena and stood to the left of Jin Xianzi.

Mu Yuezi, under the gaze of many disciples, walked to Jin Xianzi's right side and looked up to meet Li Yi's eyes.

"Mu Yinzi, you've reached the third level of True Qi. Please enlighten me!"

Li Yi planted the Ink Cold Serpent Spear in the ground and said in a deep voice.

"Mu Yuezi, fourth level of True Qi, please enlighten me!"

After the two exchanged their cultivation levels as usual, Jin Xianzi quickly announced the start of the competition and handed the arena over to them.

After Jin Xianzi left, Mu Yuezi slowly drew a sword from her waist and looked at Li Yi.

Mu Xingzi and Mu Yuezi had already told Li Yi a lot about Mu Yuezi.

As Mu Yangzi's junior brother, Mu Yuezi practices the top-level martial art created by Qingyunzi, the founder of the Qingyun Sect, namely the Five Elements Reincarnation Sword Technique.

This sword technique is based on the cycle of the five elements: the metal sword is sharp, the wood sword is long, the water sword is formless, the fire sword is fierce, and the wood sword is steadfast.

The five sword techniques are mutually reinforcing and mutually destroying, each with its own unique applications.

To a certain extent, the Five Elements Reincarnation Sword Technique and the True Explanation of the Spring and Autumn Archery Style have many similarities.

The only difference is that one is based on the Five Elements, while the other is based on the Four Seasons.

As the longsword was drawn, a sharp sword aura emerged, and a profound meaning slowly rose from it, pressing down on everyone's hearts.

This is sword intent!

As expected of the junior brother of the sect leader's lineage, he has already mastered sword intent!

This thought subconsciously popped into everyone's mind.

Holding her sword, Mu Yuezi looked sincerely at Li Yi and said softly:

"Junior Brother Mu Yinzi, I've seen your battles, and your strength is indeed formidable."

"However, I have already grasped the essence of swordsmanship, but you have not grasped the true meaning of spearmanship."

"You must be aware of the difference in true understanding between martial arts. To avoid unnecessary casualties, I urge you to admit defeat, junior brother."

As the sword intent surged from the longsword in Mu Yuezi's hand, the crowd on Xifengping gradually fell silent. Mu Yuezi's words clearly resonated in everyone's hearts, causing them to pause in surprise. Soon after, many people nodded in agreement, acknowledging Mu Yuezi's words.

As disciples of the most prestigious sect in the Chen Kingdom, their knowledge far surpassed that of ordinary martial artists, and they naturally understood the true meaning.

For a time, everyone thought that Li Yi would have a hard time defeating Mu Yuezi, who had mastered the sword intent.

Even Jin Xianzi, who was acting as the referee and controller, subconsciously looked at Li Yi.

Feeling the gazes on him, a smile gradually appeared on Li Yi's face.

Li Yi looked at Mu Yuezi and said loudly:

"I appreciate your kindness, senior brother."

"However, there is one thing my senior brother said that I completely agree with."

"Therefore, to avoid unnecessary casualties, please admit defeat, Senior Brother Muyue!"

These words immediately caused an uproar among the crowd at Xifengping, with some even instinctively shouting:

"Doesn't he know the power of sword intent? How dare he say such a thing to Senior Brother Mu Yuezi?"

"Alas, poor Senior Brother Mu Yuezi's good intentions have been wasted like this."

Even on the bluestone where the elders were gathered, several elders subconsciously looked at Jin Lingzi, but out of respect for Jin Lingzi's status and strength, they refrained from saying anything.

The doubts and dissatisfaction of the crowd reached Li Yi's ears.

However, just as the onlookers were discussing the matter heatedly, the situation on the stage suddenly changed.

"What?"

Jin Xianzi looked at Li Yi with surprise, his eyes fixed on Li Yi.

Li Yi slowly took the Seven Killings Cold Bow off his back and then took out a Frost Arrow from his waist.

With the appearance of the Seven Killings Frost Bow, a pure white true meaning slowly emerged, suppressing the sword intent surging from Mu Yuezi's body.

For a moment, the two kinds of true intents formed a standoff on the arena, and the attackers around them were also suppressed by the two true intents and dared not say a word.

"This is the intent of an arrow!"

"I never expected that my junior disciple, Mu Yinzi, would actually master the essence of archery!"

Jin Xianzi was overjoyed at the sight. He remembered that his apprentice, Mu Qianzi, had said that he had already established a certain relationship with Li Yi, who had only recently joined the sect.

Judging from this young man's abilities, he will master the essence of the spear sooner or later. At that time, it will only be a matter of time before Li Yi, who possesses two great true meanings, reaches the Qi Refining Realm. Moreover, Li Yi may even be able to aspire to an even higher realm.

At that time, relying on his relationship with Li Yi, his lineage's status within the Qingyun Sect will rise to another level!

The thoughts in everyone's minds could no longer affect the two people on the stage.

Mu Yuezi, observing the surging arrow-like intent emanating from Li Yi, her expression slightly darkened, and she slowly said:

"I didn't expect I underestimated my junior brother. But now that you've also grasped the true meaning, I hope this battle will showcase our talents and live up to the sect's expectations!"

Li Yi's gaze fell slightly on the skill panel.

【True Explanation of Spring and Autumn Archery (Minor Success): 100/1600】

[Effect: By mastering the true essence of spring and summer, one's energy is inexhaustible, as powerful as fire and flame; with a single thought, one can vanquish the enemy and cultivate oneself!]

After consuming all the demon cores given to him by Mu Zhanzi, Li Yi successfully advanced the progress of [True Explanation of Spring and Autumn Archery] to the minor completion stage, comprehending and mastering the true meaning of summer!

In a short time, Li Yi had mastered the true meaning of the spring and summer paths in the "True Explanation of Spring and Autumn Archery"!

Nocked the Frost Arrow onto the Seven Kill Frost Bow, Li Yi looked at Mu Yuezi and said coldly:

"Senior brother, witness this arrow!"

The next moment, the Frost Arrow in Li Yi's hand flew off the bowstring and pointed directly at Mu Yuezi.

As the Frost Arrow left the bowstring, a Vermilion Bird's cry rang in everyone's ears. Mu Yuezi, who was the target of the arrow, not only heard the Vermilion Bird's cry, but could also feel waves of heat from the rapidly approaching Frost Arrow. In the dim light, Mu Yuezi could even see flames burning on the Frost Arrow.

"Summer Vermilion Bird! Heaven-Burning True Fire!"

The arrow Li Yi shot was a killing move he comprehended from the true meaning of Xia after mastering it.

In the blink of an eye, a terrifying arrow hurtled straight towards Mu Yuezi.

Seeing this, Mu Yuezi's expression darkened, and she brandished her long sword repeatedly.

The Frost Arrow that Li Yi shot was imbued with arrow intent, making it impossible for him to evade, so he had no choice but to take it head-on.

As Mu Yuezi brandished her longsword, heavy sword energy appeared and coalesced in front of her.

"The true meaning of earth! Swordsman!"

This is a move from the [Five Elements Reincarnation Sword Technique] that can only be mastered after comprehending the true meaning of earth. After being used, it can form a shield to resist the opponent's attacks.

Just as the earth-based sword energy formed a shield, Li Yi's Frost Arrow, carrying the Heaven-Burning True Fire, landed directly on the sword guard.

Two powerful moves erupted instantly, with bursts of true energy surging as they battled in mid-air.

"Give up! You can't break through my defenses!"

Mu Yuezi roared and continuously poured her true energy into the longsword, which strengthened the earth sword energy and quickly exhausted the true energy on the Frost Arrow.

With a thud, the Snow Arrow fell to the ground.

Looking at the earthen-yellow shield in front of Mu Yuezi, Li Yi remained calm:

"In that case, let's try this arrow!"

"The Azure Dragon of Spring! Thunder falls on the Awakening of Insects!"

A dragon's roar resounded throughout Xifengping, and the Frost Arrow that Li Yi shot out moved through the air like a green dragon, landing on the shield in an instant.

A series of lightning bolts surged from the Frost Arrow, shattering the earth-elemental true energy shield that Mu Yuezi had cast in just a few breaths.

"How is that possible?"

Mu Yuezi stared in astonishment at the gradually dissipating earth energy, her face filled with disbelief.

As the junior disciple of the sect leader's lineage, Mu Yuezi possesses countless resources. In addition to having read the "True Explanation of Spring and Autumn Archery," she has also sparred with disciples who practice this martial art.

However, the archery skills Li Yi displayed were far more powerful than anything Mu Yuezi had ever seen.

Some of the moves even exceeded Mu Yuezi's imagination.

However, Mu Yuezi was, after all, a prodigy of the sect leader's lineage. After the True Meaning of Earth was defeated, she quickly changed her sword stance. Sharp golden sword stances gradually emerged as Mu Yuezi wielded her longsword.

At the same time, Mu Yuezi moved quickly, rushing towards Li Yi.

Seeing Mu Yuezi unleash the true essence of metal, Li Yi felt reassured.

"If this is all the skill you have, then I'll gladly accept first place!"

Li Yi snorted coldly, and with a wave of his hand, three Frost Arrows were instantly nocked onto the Seven Kill Frost Bow, and the cries of Vermilion Birds gradually rose up.

"What? He wants to go head-to-head with me?"

Feeling the intense flames on the Snow Arrow, Mu Yuezi's heart tightened, and she immediately felt extremely humiliated.

The most damaging way is to defeat your opponent using their most proficient methods!

Li Yi's move was intended to use an extreme attack to shatter Mu Yuezi's most powerful offensive ability, the Golden True Meaning!

"Since you want to test your offensive power against me, then let's fight!"

Having understood Li Yi's thoughts, Mu Yuezi no longer held back. She unleashed her full power, displaying the strength of the fourth level of True Qi, and streams of golden true essence condensed on the longsword in her hand.

Before long, Mu Yuezi looked at Li Yi and suddenly slashed down with her long sword.

"The true meaning of gold! Sword slash!"

A wisp of Gengjin sword intent transformed into a fierce sword move, slashing straight at Li Yi.

However, just as Mu Yuezi unleashed her full power and delivered a stunning blow, Li Yi also slightly loosened his grip, and the three Cold Snow Arrows flew away from the bow.

"Summer Vermilion Bird! Heaven-Burning True Fire!"

Three snow arrows, like three vermilion birds, frolicked and danced in mid-air, and after a few breaths, they collided with Mu Yuezi's sword strike.

A devastating aura surged from the arena, causing the attackers to instinctively close their eyes.

Countless cries of the Vermilion Bird echoed, creating a series of crisp sounds.

As the three Vermilion Birds flew about, the Gengjin Sword Slash was gradually worn down, and wisps of sword energy slowly dissipated.

After an unknown amount of time, the fierce intent on the arena finally dissipated completely.

As the dust settled, everyone opened their eyes and looked towards the arena.

On the arena, Jin Xianzi was radiating a fiery aura, his eyes filled with astonishment, while behind him, Mu Yuezi stood frozen, her sword hanging limply, her eyes filled with disbelief.

On the other side, Li Yi put away the Seven Killing Cold Bow and said calmly:

"Senior brother, you have lost this battle!"

Just now, two extreme offensive and killing moves clashed, creating a world-destroying force.

Jin Xianzi, acting as the referee, immediately realized something was wrong and rushed into the arena to protect Mu Yuezi, whose true intent had been shattered.

If it weren't for Jin Xianzi's intervention, Li Yi's arrow would have seriously injured him!

Hearing Li Yi's words, Mu Yuezi's expression darkened, and she immediately said:

"In this battle, you truly have won, Junior Brother!"

"I wholeheartedly accept your victory!"