Great Villain: Starting by Humiliating the Son of the Heavenly Fate - Chapter 183

Chapter 183: The Ranking Competition Begins Chapter 183: The Ranking Competition Begins The moment the Elder’s words filled the air, a roar of excitement swept through the entire venue.

“It’s finally happening!” “That arrogant Fang Yuan is definitely going to challenge Senior Brother Jiang Chen.

He’s seriously overestimating himself!” “Senior Brother Jiang Chen should teach him a hard lesson!” The crowd’s gazes kept shifting, sometimes focusing on Jiang Chen, standing in the main arena, and other times on Fang Yuan, who stood in the secondary one.

Even the other contenders, as if by unspoken agreement, chose to hold back from challenging those in higher ranks.

All eyes were fixed, eagerly awaiting the moment of Fang Yuan’s inevitable humiliation.

In an instant, Jiang Chen and Fang Yuan became the center of everyone’s attention!

However, Fang Yuan paid no mind to what was happening around him.

His mind was filled with a single thought: defeat Jiang Chen and claim the position of Holy Son.

With a spark of fighting spirit blazing in his eyes, he slowly rose from his seat and, without any hesitation, declared, “I, Fang Yuan, challenge Jiang Chen!” Each word he spoke echoed with unwavering determination.

The Elder presiding over the event subtly shook his head, feeling that Fang Yuan was merely delaying the inevitable.

Still, he fulfilled his duty and announced loudly, “Second-placed Fang Yuan is challenging the potential Holy Son, Jiang Chen!” Then, he turned to Fang Yuan and said, “You are now permitted to arm yourself and proceed to the top-rank arena.” Acknowledging this with a nod, Fang Yuan flew to the platform where the weapon rack stood.

Under the scrutinizing eyes of the onlookers, he selected a long spear and made his way toward Jiang Chen’s arena.

Jiang Chen’s gaze settled on Fang Yuan, who had just taken his position across from him.

After greeting him with a nod and a smile, he praised, “Junior Brother Fang Yuan, to face challenges so boldly and charge forward-it is commendable, truly commendable!” “With such a fighting spirit,” Jiang Chen continued, “you are bound to achieve great success on the Cultivation Path!” His face showed a mix of approval, encouragement, and concern for his junior brother.

Fang Yuan maintained a stoic expression, a flicker of coldness cutting through his heart.

To him, no matter what Jiang Chen said, from his undeniably superior position, it felt like he was being looked down upon-a stance Fang Yuan found utterly intolerable!

At that moment, the countdown began on the arena’s formation!

Nine, eight, seven…

“This time, I will surely defeat you!” Fang Yuan’s eyes narrowed with determination as he swung his long spear with tremendous force, the terrifying sound of it slicing through the air, creating a chilling momentum.

But the disciples below the arena remained unimpressed by Fang Yuan’s display.

“Fang Yuan is boasting again!” “I can’t help but laugh.

Does he really think he could reach the level to overpower Senior Brother Jiang Chen in just an hour?” “Fang Yuan usually seems sensible, but I can’t understand what’s gotten into him these past couple of years!” “Haha, I’m sure Senior Brother Jiang Chen will set him straight so he understands the true meaning of self-awareness!” They continued whispering among themselves, their fingers pointing at Fang Yuan on the stage, their faces filled with disdain.

Seeing this, a chuckle rose from within Jiang Chen.

Wasn’t this just a typical trope in novels?

The protagonist is mocked and humiliated by the crowd, only to turn things around, showing his strength and forcing them to eat their words, their faces red with embarrassment from the slap they received.

But unfortunately for Fang Yuan, now that he had crossed paths with Jiang Chen, there would be no chance for him to enjoy the satisfaction of a successful comeback.

At this point, the countdown reached its final moments.

Three, two, one!

The duel had officially begun!

Fierce God Seven Killings Spear Technique, Third Move €“ Lone Smoke!

Fang Yuan sprang into action, merging with his spear as if they were one.

His speed was so fast that he became a blur of smoke in an instant, launching his attack directly at Jiang Chen.

Void Rainbow Sword Technique, Ninth Style €“ Returning to One!

In response, Jiang Chen, wielding a long sword, made a single stroke that unleashed a massive wave of white sword Qi.

It sliced through the air, striking the advancing Fang Yuan with fierce intensity.

Clang!

Spear met sword.

The clash of immense forces led to their mutual destruction, and torrents of battle energy splashed wildly in all directions.

Fang Yuan’s long spear carved a striking arc through the air, its sharp tip gleaming with a deadly frosty light, appearing at Jiang Chen’s neck in the blink of an eye.

Great Martial Eight Ghostly Steps!

Jiang Chen’s figure flickered, and he instantly retreated hundreds of meters away.

Fang Yuan’s serpent-like spear tip sliced through Jiang Chen’s afterimage, leaving a chilling hum resonating in the air.

But he did not pursue!

This round served mainly as a test, a way to gauge the recovery of the opponent after an hour’s rest.

At this moment, both Jiang Chen and Fang Yuan had a silent understanding-they had both returned to their peak condition.

Realizing that Jiang Chen was at his best again, the fierce desire for battle in Fang Yuan’s heart and the resolve blazing in his eyes didn’t fade; instead, they grew stronger.

He told himself, ‘It doesn’t matter.

I can still defeat him!’ Almost instantly, he activated two of his power-enhancing secret arts.

Wild Spirit Explosion Art!

Vigorous Sift Diagram!

A surge of powerful Origin Power began to flow in a distinct pattern.

A network of hidden meridians was forcibly opened by the torrent of Origin Power.

Amidst excruciating pain, the immense potential buried within Fang Yuan’s body erupted in an instant!

Boom!

It all happened in the span of a single breath.

Fang Yuan’s face flushed a deep red as his aura erupted, soaring to the Inquiring Journey realm!

His combat power surged even further, reaching the Middle-stage of the Inquiring Journey realm!

Without wasting a moment, he unleashed the Fierce God Seven Killings Spear Technique, Fourth Move €“ Death Decree!

Fang Yuan merged with his spear, transforming into a comet-like streak of light as he fiercely lunged at Jiang Chen.

Previously, when he had used this move, he had wielded a long sword to mislead Jiang Chen, preventing the full power of the Fierce God Seven Killings Spear Technique from being unleashed.

But this time, he was wielding a long spear!

This strike was, without a doubt, the most powerful attack he had ever launched in his life!

On the opposite side, Jiang Chen’s eyes narrowed as he observed the changes in Fang Yuan.

‘A new self-damaging, power-enhancing secret art?’ he wondered, realizing that with only an hour of rest, this was likely Fang Yuan’s only option.

However, Jiang Chen knew that the power of such temporary enhancements was usually short-lived.

Under normal circumstances, all one needed to do was stall for time, and it would be enough to wear down the opponent.

In the blink of an eye, a counter-strategy had already formed in his mind.

Great Martial Eight Ghostly Steps!

Activating his lightness skill, Jiang Chen left an afterimage at his original spot, while his true form appeared hundreds of meters away!

But this time, it seemed Fang Yuan’s observational skills had also sharpened.

He pierced straight through Jiang Chen’s afterimage, his long spear trailing him like a heat-seeking missile, targeting Jiang Chen’s vital points and plunging down with fierce intent!

Jiang Chen’s expression remained calm.

Leaning back, he continued using the Great Martial Eight Ghostly Steps to dodge.

But Fang Yuan wasn’t deceived.

He pursued Jiang Chen like a relentless bloodhound, refusing to let him escape.

At that moment, Fang Yuan began to sense Jiang Chen’s strategy.

A feeling of unease suddenly stirred in his heart.

His speed had significantly increased compared to before, and he had assumed he could restrict Jiang Chen’s movements and defeat him quickly.

Yet, to his surprise, Jiang Chen’s speed was always just slightly ahead of his!

He was clearly only a fraction away from impaling Jiang Chen with his spear, but that tiny gap felt like an insurmountable chasm, impossible to cross!

‘He must be using a power-boosting secret art too!

It all comes down to whose secret art is stronger and who can last the longest!’ Fang Yuan reasoned in his mind, the Origin Power within him swirling frantically as he continued to chase Jiang Chen.

Meanwhile, the disciples outside the battle arena watched the unfolding chase, engaging in lively discussions.

“This Fang Yuan really does have some skill.” “What skill?

He’s just being led by the nose!” “Senior Brother Jiang Chen isn’t even trying to counter-attack; he’s just focusing on dodging.

Even if Fang Yuan wears himself out, he won’t be able to close the distance.” “Maybe because of Fang Yuan’s constant boasting, Senior Brother Jiang Chen has grown annoyed and is teaching him a lesson this way!” “Or perhaps he’s still trying to save Fang Yuan some dignity.

If Senior Brother Jiang Chen decided to strike, Fang Yuan would be finished, and that would indeed be a huge loss of face.” “Senior Brother Jiang Chen is simply too kind-hearted!” While the observations of the younger generation were somewhat shallow, Dao Palace realm powerhouses like Ji Mingxiu, Mo Yu, Li Shang, Han Xu, and Liu Mei saw much more depth in Fang Yuan’s actions.

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