Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start
Chapter 1075 - 121: Duel of Destiny

Qingyun Academy, or more precisely, originated from Azure Cloud Sky of the last grand era, was unparalleled in strength at that time and ranked among the very top of the myriad realms.

Even the Lord of Azure Cloud Sky back then could almost rival the Ice Emperor, who was revered by all in the Ten Thousand Tribes, making him an exceedingly potent entity.

As a force of this caliber, naturally, it had many enemies, with Zhulu Academy being one of them. The enmity between the two had also begun during that era.

However, in the previous great era, the realm in which Zhulu Academy was located naturally could not compare to Azure Cloud Sky, and seeking revenge was difficult.

But now, with Azure Cloud Sky shattered, the remaining head of Qingyun Academy, who inherited its legacy, established Qingyun Academy. Compared to the relatively intact strength of Zhulu Academy, it was somewhat inferior.

Therefore, every time Qingyun Academy opened, Zhulu Academy would come to suppress them. Although both sides had their victories and losses, it was evident that Zhulu Academy often had the upper hand.

Moreover, each time, both parties would bring out various oddities and treasures as rewards. Over the years, due to Zhulu Academy winning more often, Qingyun Academy has also suffered considerable losses.

Knowing that Zhulu Academy was coming this time, the expression on the faces of the high-ranking members of Qingyun Academy wasn't great, but they couldn't simply shut the door and refuse to meet.

If they did so, wouldn't it prove that Qingyun Academy was afraid and considered itself inferior to Zhulu Academy? The latter would definitely not let go of this opportunity.

So, despite the reluctance, Qingyun Academy still dispatched a Great Power to receive the people from Zhulu Academy.

And this Great Power was none other than Cui Ji, who had escorted Gu Chen and others to the Canglei Ancient Ruins.

Soon, Cui Ji arrived at the entrance of Qingyun Academy. Since the entrance was guarded by a formation, even the Great Powers of Zhulu Academy didn't dare to barge in forcefully and could only wait outside.

"Is this how Qingyun Academy treats its guests?" As soon as Cui Ji appeared, the Great Power of Zhulu Academy mockingly said, "Having us wait out here for so long, those unaware might think that your Qingyun Academy is scared. If that's the case, just say it outright, and we won't force you."

Cui Ji maintained a calm expression; he was not the type to relish verbal disputes, which was precisely why Qingyun Academy had sent him.

If it had been a more hot-tempered Great Power, they might have come to blows right away, which would have been a huge embarrassment.

That was precisely Zhulu Academy's intention, and of course, they couldn't be allowed to succeed.

"You really are quite clingy," Cui Ji said with a helpless shake of his head, feeling it was entirely unnecessary.

After all, the two sides did not have any deep-seated blood feud, but Zhulu Academy was just too petty, remembering the events from years ago and seeking vengeance at any opportunity.

The Great Power from Zhulu Academy scoffed coldly, repeating the same line, "If you're scared, just admit it."

Having said that, he glanced over the younger generation standing behind him, clearly full of confidence.

As a high-ranking member of Qingyun Academy, Great Power Cui Ji also glanced subtly and furrowed his brows slightly.

The younger generation from Zhulu Academy was improving in quality, apparently much stronger than Qingyun Academy's Yan Qi, Ao Guang, and others, completely out of their league.

Luckily, this time, the addition of Bai Yu and several others from the Tian Yu Clan meant that Qingyun Academy wasn't going to make a fool of itself.

However, despite the inner concern, he naturally couldn't let any of it show, as the two academies were old rivals after all.

"Afraid? What is there for Qingyun Academy to fear? Back in the days of Azure Cloud Sky's prosperity, what was Zhulu Academy compared to us?" said Great Power Cui Ji indifferently.

"Humph!"

When the events of the past were brought up, the Great Power from Zhulu Academy had nothing to say and could only express dissatisfaction with a cold snort.

Soon, through the main gate, Cui Ji led the people from Zhulu Academy into the interior of Qingyun Academy, with mist curling up and light scattering everywhere. The magnificent scenery included towering mountains, islands, Ancient Path Sites, and more.

While Qingyun Academy had declined a lot compared to the last great era, the heritage it possessed was not something Zhulu Academy could easily rival.

Hence, after arriving here and sensing the extraordinary nature of Qingyun Academy, many young prodigies from Zhulu Academy also showed a hint of surprise on their faces.

"My Qingyun Academy possesses many opportunities, with ancient caves and Dao sites, and even the rumored divine places. Do you know what a divine place is? It's where the mightiest have left their marks and legacies," Cui Ji proudly introduced.

"The mightiest left their marks and legacies?" Upon hearing this, the surprise on the faces of those from Zhulu Academy intensified, and they even seemed somewhat tempted.

"Enough chatter, bring out your younger generation, and let's get down to business. I haven't come here for small talk," said the Great Power from Zhulu Academy hastily, sensing the tide turning and steering the conversation back to the main topic.

Cui Ji frowned slightly but still conveyed the message to the academy's top-most figures.

The presence of people from Zhulu Academy also piqued the curiosity of many students from Qingyun Academy.

"Are these the students from Zhulu Academy, located dozens of realms away?" someone muttered while scrutinizing the visitors.

"Humph!"

The next moment, a light hum sounded, causing the students from Qingyun Academy to cry out, with even some bleeding from their seven orifices, clearly suffering mental damage.

Among the people from Zhulu Academy, a young man with a cold smile, looking disdainfully at the people from Qingyun Academy, shook his head and said, "Too weak, nothing but wild grass."

His name was Wu Qi, and he was undefeated across five domains, with formidable strength.

This blatant and undisguised mockery instantly made the newly arrived students of Qingyun Academy's faces look very ugly.

Not just them, even Great Power Cui Ji frowned slightly.

But after all, it was the students of Qingyun Academy who had recklessly scrutinized others first. Furthermore, they couldn't withstand a mere hum, which instantly revealed the inequality between the two sides.

"It seems the quality of this year's Qingyun Academy students has declined even more than in previous years," remarked the Great Power from Zhulu Academy, his smile growing broader.

Great Power Cui Ji remained silent, his brows furrowed.

"A bunch of bumpkins and mongrels," Wu Qi from Zhulu Academy continued, his expression showing disappointment.

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If it were a matter of fighting with this group of people, Wu Qi really had no interest at all, because they were simply too weak.

At that moment, in the distance, suddenly one after another formidable aura emerged and sped towards this location with extreme swiftness.

Leading this group were naturally Yan Qi, Ao Guang, and others such as Luo Jiang and Wang Yuan. They had all received messages from the high echelons of the academy, clearly stating that those who could help the academy triumph would receive considerable merit.

As students of Qingyun Academy, Yan Qi and others would naturally not disregard this, not to mention the opportunity to earn merits and exchange them for various rare treasures at the Lingbao Pavilion.

Furthermore, with the upcoming grand battle of the Ten Thousand Tribes across the 3,600 domains of the Upper Realm, they also wanted to see the extent of strength possessed by the chosen ones from other domains and powers.

Now, as the two sides just met, the expressions of Yan Qi, Ao Guang, and the others instantly became extremely solemn.

"God Transformation Realm Full Completion!" They were shocked to realize that there was not just one such individual.

In comparison, their own early stage God Transformation Realm cultivation made them seem somewhat insufficient.

"Still weeds."

Wu Qi, who had initially spoken out and injured numerous students from Qingyun Academy, made his comment with a dismissive smile on his face, casually glanced at Yan Qi and the others, then shifted his gaze away.

As a member of the dragon race with a trace of true dragon bloodline, Ao Guang was extremely proud, but now, facing the people from Zhulu Academy, he had no choice but to forcibly endure.

"Is this the extent of Qingyun Academy's foundation? If so, then there's no need for a competition this time!" a Great Power from Zhulu Academy said with a laugh.

But Cui Ji's expression remained calm without a word, simply standing there and gazing into the distance.

The next moment, when they sensed those few auras, the elites of Zhulu Academy too changed their expressions.

A young man with pure white wings on his back appeared, with black hair and black eyes, a handsome face, and an overall pure and untainted look, giving off an almost saintly vibe, as if he were a messenger from the heavens above.

It was none other than the most formidable prodigy of the Tian Yu Clan, known as the Unrivaled of the Eight Domains, Bai Yu, who had now arrived here.

Following Bai Yu, another figure appeared, a young man with an indifferent complexion, as if nothing in this world could linger in his heart, and an aura so elusive that he seemed like he could vanish from sight at any moment.

Misty Palace, Tang Yu!

Simultaneously, in the wake of Tang Yu's arrival from Misty Palace, another direction revealed the form of a majestic and tall man with a remarkably calm face and profound eyes, carrying an inexplicable charisma and walking towards this location with steady steps.

Yan Qi and others instantly recognized the origins of this person.

Hao Tian Palace, Su Yiqing!

With a buzz, suddenly, various lights filled the area, dazzling and splendid enough to make the firmament utterly transparent.

A vivid and self-assured tall young man appeared not far away, causing everyone's pupils to condense.

Wonderful Law Hall, Qu Ping!

Boom!

The earth trembled; it was the sound of someone's footsteps, incredibly heavy as if each step landed on the hearts of the others, making many turn pale with fright.

Soon enough, they saw a man of exceptional strength and stature, towering two to three heads above the average person, appear. His irises were an unusual green, emitting a cold glint, with a broad chest exuding an extraordinary presence as if no multitude could stand against him, inspiring a shuddering reverence and fear at a glance.

Green-eyed Golden Lion Clan, Shi Yao!

The appearance of these five individuals instantly changed the expressions of the Great Powers of Zhulu Academy, and even the students behind them felt the same.

For Bai Yu and the other four each possessed the cultivation of God Transformation Realm Full Completion, not a bit weaker than Zhulu Academy's most exceptional talents.

Moreover, these five were also the strongest successors of their respective top-tier forces, each with an extraordinary background and status.

Their collective appearance quite surprised everyone from Zhulu Academy.

Given that the domains of the two parties were far apart, and with the news that Bai Yu and the others had joined Qingyun Academy being a recent occurrence, it had not yet reached Zhulu Academy.

After all, such high-level news could not compare to the circulation speed of the emergence of the greatest powers some time ago.

Hence, the scene before their eyes was truly unexpected for Zhulu Academy's Great Powers.

"Are these your students at Qingyun Academy?" he focused his gaze.

"Of course," Great Power Cui Ji nodded with a slight smile on his lips.

The faces of the Great Powers from Zhulu Academy soured, but they too had come prepared this time. In order to recruit these extraordinarily talented students to counter Qingyun Academy, they had indeed paid a heavy price.

Behind the Great Powers of Zhulu Academy stood several existences at God Transformation Realm Full Completion, equally qualified and with the potential to be listed on the Dao Gold List.

Such figures naturally knew of each other, or at least had heard of each other.

Thus, upon seeing each other, Bai Yu and the others' gazes started to intersect in the void, their intangible auras permeating. Several students of lesser cultivation immediately changed complexion, almost spilling blood from their mouths.

They quickly retreated, while only those cultivators in the God Transformation Realm could withstand it, remaining in place, though their expressions were extremely grave.

"The battle fated to happen is about to be staged once again!" the Great Power from Zhulu Academy declared coldly, his eyes emitting a chilling sharpness.

Although the appearance of the five from Qingyun Academy was indeed unexpected, Zhulu Academy had come fully prepared, otherwise, they would not have shown up today.

"This time, what is Qingyun Academy willing to wager as the stake?" the Great Power from Zhulu Academy turned his gaze to Cui Ji.

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