Chapter 565: Chapter 157: Head of the Nine Dragons

Some other academies were curious, as Nalan and Hong Ban were quite renowned, partly due to their family backgrounds. But at the Divine Revelation Canon Law School, no one was surprised, as all present were members of the Black Rose, who held a deep respect for Yan Tianguang, the elusive figure.

"Senior Li, please give me your guidance," Nalan said with a demeanor so graceful and dashing that no one else could match it. Standing there, he naturally became the center of attention.

His sword came from one of the Five Great Sanctuaries, the Abyssal Pool, known as the Divine Sword—Heart’s Restraint.

Li Moqian nodded and extended his right hand.

Clang...

The Heart’s Restraint unsheathed, like a pool of autumn water.

In an instant, he elevated his Spiritual Ability to its peak, and his sword slashed out, sending sword energy swiftly toward Li Moqian. Li Moqian flicked his finger.

Boom...

Spiritual Ability erupted between the two, shaking the entire Martial Arts Hall, and Nalan had already sheathed his sword.

"Your sword intent is emerging, but your mundane heart remains, what a pity." Li Moqian commented.

Nalan cupped his hands, "I know myself, thank you for your guidance, Senior."

Li Moqian shifted his gaze to the ever-quiet Yan Tianguang, and everyone present realized that in the eyes of this Battle Angel, Yan Tianguang was the top combatant at the Dragon Capital Canon Law School.

This combat strength was gauged by life and death battles to the end, and Yan Tianguang was the strongest.

Yan Tianguang stepped forward, facing Li Moqian, and it was then that everyone noticed that Yan Tianguang’s heart was tranquil, much like Li Moqian’s.

Yan Tianguang bowed in respect and drew his saber, a long saber entirely black and dark. As the blade appeared, a chill swept over those around, yet strangely, the chill was followed by the sensation of being seared by flames.

"Please guide me, Senior."

Their gazes clashed, Yan Tianguang’s eyes remained deep and calm, without any overt Spiritual Ability fluctuations, but rather, it was contained within him, resembling Hong Ban yet different, exuding a more composed and unfathomable presence, with a touch of Nalan’s elegance.

Among top experts, just the reaction to the pressure of facing a Battle Angel could determine victory, which was why Yan Tianguang entered last.

Swoosh...

A blade light sliced toward Li Moqian, whose eyes gleamed brilliantly, "Good!"

Fingers dancing, boom boom boom...

With three rapid explosions, Spiritual Ability burst in the air, carving a deep crack into the ground.

Yan Tianguang had already sheathed his sword and bowed.

"Your martial path has its own style, needing no guidance from anyone. The Yan family has a successor now." Li Moqian nodded approvingly.

The Yan family rose alongside Governor Luthor in past campaigns, earning merits one blade at a time, but at the cost of a dwindling family line. With shallow roots, the family faced ups and downs over the years, to the point of risking being erased, until Yan Tianguang showcased extraordinary talent, stabilizing the situation.

Upon finishing his statement, Li Moqian surveyed the young crowd, having no reservations toward them, "Yan Tianguang, Nalan, Hong Ban, Lei Jiu, Li Xin, Bai Peng, Ao Luofeng, Freeman, Bu Huangming."

Instantly, the whole place erupted, with some delighted and others dismayed. Numerous eyes focused on Li Xin, the newcomer unexpectedly joining the ranks of the New Nine Dragons.

Judged by the Battle Angel, and surprisingly, Li Xin ranked fifth. Moreover, Isaiah and Sima Mu were excluded, their faces turned grim, filled with anger.

Chi Hu was also fuming, as it was his stage and performance, yet he turned out to be an extra?

Especially since Bu Huangming, with whom he shared a stage, made it, while he did not?

In front of so many people, even if it was a Battle Angel, Isaiah, Sima Mu, and Chi Hu were unwilling to comply, their anger at its peak, restrained only by a shred of reason from losing control.

Chi Hu was the first to step forward, "Lord Li, I am dissatisfied and wish to challenge Bai Peng. Please, Lord Li, bear witness!"

Both Chi Hu and Bai Peng had sustained injuries during the recent tests, but they couldn’t concern themselves with that now. Today, if they didn’t determine a winner, it would be difficult to find such an opportunity again, and they would fall behind in public opinion.

For young people, pride and dignity are everything, Li Xin fully understood, he could sense the intense killing intent, but he didn’t need this ranking; he only wanted to enhance Serenity’s ranking. The Nine Dragons and Nine Worms kids’ stuff shouldn’t be pressed onto him.

Lu Shuai and Huerta were ecstatic, while Zhuo Yan and Surte were astounded, surprised that Li Xin could enter the Nine Dragons rank, and so high at that, higher than the president, like a pillow arriving as soon as they dreamed.

Bai Peng was also gleeful, unconcerned with this, but highly confident in Li Xin’s abilities. He could see that Li Xin was not using his full power, but it wasn’t concealed in front of a Battle Angel, subtle differences could be detected.

When obsession arises, the Wish Power of the Knightly Path appears. The presence of a Battle Angel also enhances this effect, especially for those involved like Chi Hu, Isaiah, and Sima Mu. This retreat will lower their Cultivation, while Bai Peng and Bu Huangming will be elevated. This effect will spread over time.

This is the competition of the Knightly Path.

Li Moqian nodded, looked at Bai Peng, and Bai Peng smiled, "I accept the challenge."

Bai Peng’s personality is not to initiate conflict, but he’ll never shy away from it.

Because Chi Hu made the first move, Isaiah and Sima Mu had to restrain themselves, unable to let the day’s outcome end in this state. Both were already selecting potential targets from the nine.

If they could defeat one, not only could they reclaim their ranks, but also prove the Battle Angel’s vision wrong, an immeasurable boost to their confidence.

Can angels be wrong?

In Lilong, even deities might err, let alone angels.

All eyes gathered on Bai Peng and Chi Hu in the center of the stage, their conditions not resembling those who were just taught by a Battle Angel. This was no longer a nonchalant sparring match, but one concerning their pride and even the honor of the Canon Law School.

Chi Hu was not acting impulsively; he had been observing Bai Peng through recent tests. The unplanned day became his glory day.

The Curse Master set up the array, trying their best to control the dispersal of Spiritual Ability. This battle couldn’t be handled like Li Moqian earlier, allowing the two a moment for pre-battle preparation.

At the same time, Li Xin and Bu Huangming had to be wary, for they could be next.

After today, Yan Tianguang might cement his place as the head of the Nine Dragons, possibly unsettling to Nalan and Hong Ban, who had more deeply entrenched and exalted backgrounds. The previously balanced tripod was comfortable, but both knew they lacked the resolve for a life-or-death struggle with Yan Tianguang.