"Qian'er, have you informed the capital?" the white-haired Patriarch of the Ye family, Ye Wu Jian, glanced towards the Bai family's gate and spoke softly.

"Grandfather, rest assured, someone has already been sent to the capital," Ye Qian responded without opening her eyes, merely nodding gently.

Ye Wu Jian nodded in satisfaction: "Good, it's about time. Get ready."

"Yes."

Ye Qian could feel the adoration in the eyes of the crowd around her. Her lips curved slightly as she slowly opened her eyes, revealing a gaze filled with contempt and pride.

"This battle will not only create momentum for me but is also a golden opportunity for the Ye family's rise. Though I'm hailed as Luo City's top genius, I'm yet to prove my worth. This competition will solidify my reputation and attract attention from the capital! And the Ye family will completely crush the Bai family, changing the overlord of Luo City!" She murmured, staring at the majestic gate of the Bai family.

Soon, a guard hurried over and whispered something to Ye Wu Jian.

Hearing the news, Ye Wu Jian's narrowed eyes suddenly widened, and he ordered sharply: "Prepare quickly, don't delay!"

"Yes."

The guard nodded and retreated.

Shortly after, a series of rapid footsteps echoed. The crowd parted, revealing a luxurious chariot approaching, drawn by a snow-white unicorn with a kirin pattern engraved on its side. Surrounding it were young men and women in purple robes, also adorned with kirin patterns.

"Kirin patterns? Are these people from the Holy Path Academy?" Recognizing their identities, the crowd gasped in surprise.

The chariot stopped near the platform, and a middle-aged man with a small beard stepped out. His piercing eyes and dignified demeanor exuded an overwhelming presence.

"Is that Shang Xian Shi from the Holy Academy??"

Someone exclaimed.

"A preceptor? One of the twenty-four preceptors of the vast Holy Academy, each a master of unique skills and of extraordinary status. I didn't expect Ye Qian to bring a preceptor here!"

The Ye family hurriedly greeted him, and even Ye Wu Jian looked excited, perhaps not anticipating such a distinguished guest. He greeted respectfully: "Preceptor Shang's visit is an honor for Luo City! If only we had been informed earlier, we would have prepared a proper welcome."

"No need for formalities, Master Ye. I was just passing by and heard there's excitement here, so I came to have a look. Please continue with the event; don't let my presence cause any delay!" Shang Long spoke lightly, his gaze sweeping around before settling on Ye Qian.

Ye Wu Jian caught the subtle action and understood but didn't mention it, smiling: "Preceptor Shang is too modest, please take a seat!"

Ye Qian's face showed a faint smile, but her eyes couldn't hide their pride. The Holy Path Academy had come for her, and it was Preceptor Shang Long himself!

The highest honor!

Soon, another messenger arrived.

"Reporting to the Patriarch, the Three Talents Academy from the capital has entered the city!"

"Patriarch, people from the Star Pavilion have arrived!"

"Patriarch, representatives from the Qinhai Sect are here to visit."

One after another, messengers reported, and Ye Wu Jian's smile grew wider.

"Excellent! Make sure they are well attended to. Don’t neglect anyone!"

"Yes, Patriarch!"

Representatives from many renowned powers arrived, making the event exceptionally lively.

Everyone now understood why Ye Qian suddenly challenged the Bai family – not to avenge Bai Ye's insult, but to make her name known and attract attention from powerful factions!

With her twin Heavenly Souls, she was using the Bai family as a stepping stone to soar to great heights!

Ye Qian, escorted by Ye Hu, greeted each representative. Her demeanor was composed and unflappable, not only demonstrating her exceptional talent but also the grace of a great family.

The representatives showed their admiration, their gazes towards her growing even warmer.

At this moment, Ye Qian was too dazzling, as if the stars in the sky were there for her picking...

"The Bai family is here!"

Suddenly, someone shouted, drawing everyone's attention to the Bai family's gate.

A group in white brocade walked out, led by Bai Qingshan.

This battle was not only for Ye Qian's rise to fame but also a decisive duel between the Ye and Bai families!

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Bai Qingshan, with his hands behind his back, stepped out expressionlessly, followed by the pillars and talents of the Bai family.

"Bai Qingshan, you've finally appeared."

Ye Wu Jian's eyes sparkled coldly.

Seeing the Bai family, especially talented youths like Bai Mu, Bai Mo, and Bai Lin, the onlookers whispered among themselves.

Bai Ye, unnoticed by the crowd, even by Ye Qian, walked towards the platform.

"So many people. Ye Qian does have the reputation of being Luo City's top genius, plus her twin Heavenly Souls. Just setting up a platform attracts such a crowd," Bai Ye observed, thinking to himself.

Clang!!!

A deafening bell rang throughout Luo City.

"It's time!"

The Ye family announced.

The crowd perked up, all eyes on the platform.

From the Ye family's side, Ye Qian leapt gracefully onto the platform like a fairy, standing in the center with her eyes closed, quietly waiting.

Countless eyes rested on her.

Ye Hu scanned the audience and stood up: "The Ye and Bai families have coexisted in Luo City for a century with close relations. My daughter, Ye Qian, has made significant progress in her cultivation recently. Not arrogant, she wishes to exchange martial arts knowledge with the Bai family's talented youths. Of course, if any heroes of Luo City are confident in their strength, they are also welcome to challenge. If anyone can defeat her, I, Ye, promise to marry my daughter to him!"

The crowd erupted in surprise at his declaration.

Audacious!

Was she planning to trample everyone in the city under her feet? Perhaps she was showcasing her strength to the visiting sects!

Bai Ye was also stunned by Ye Qian's confidence.

As Ye Hu finished speaking, Ye Qian unleashed a terrifying wave of soul power, enveloping her body like flames, making the platform seem to tremble.

Those eager to step up were instantly frozen in place.

Fifth Tier!

Ye Qian... had advanced to the fifth tier of the Power Soul Realm!

The area around the platform boiled with excitement!

Bai Mo, Bai Lin, and others from the Bai family who intended to step up stopped in their tracks, shocked.

"What's going on? When did Ye Qian reach the fifth tier?" Bai Qingshan's eyes widened, his lips trembling.

Ye Qian, with her twin Heavenly Souls and now fifth-tier soul power... was invincible!

"No wonder Ye Qian made such a statement." Bai Ye shifted his gaze to Bai Mo and Bai Lin, who were now pale and intimidated.

Once intimidated, they had already lost.

He took a deep breath, pushed through the crowd, and walked towards the platform.

Ye Qian had been standing on the platform for a while, with no one from the Bai family stepping forward. The audience gradually grew restless with complaints.

"Why hasn't anyone stepped up yet?"

The Ye family members looked at the Bai family with mockery, while the Bai family's faces turned the color of liver.

Fifth-tier twin soul practitioners... none of the younger generation could match her. Losing meant crippling their cultivation. Who would dare step up?

Even Bai Qingshan hadn't expected this. He suddenly regretted accepting the Ye family's challenge. From the beginning, it was a trap...

But at that moment, a young man in plain blue clothing stepped onto the platform.

"Who is that?"

"Seems like Bai Chen's son, Bai Ye!"

"Bai Ye? The one who hasn't awakened his Heavenly Soul at eighteen?"

"Hasn't awakened his Heavenly Soul? Then why is he going up there? To seek death?"

The crowd buzzed with excitement.

The Bai family was also confused, with some young members cursing Bai Ye, urging him to get down quickly.

"Has the Bai family run out of competent people? Sending such a waste to make up numbers. Is it because he hasn’t awakened his Heavenly Soul, so he’s not afraid of being scalded?"

Ye Hu scoffed.

Laughter erupted around them.

The Bai family members hung their heads in shame.

Bai Ye glanced around, ignoring the ridicule and mockery, his gaze landing on Ye Qian.

"Bai Ye? You do have guts. I thought you'd hide and not show up, but here you are," Ye Qian said mockingly, her arms crossed.

"I said ten days ago I’d be the first to challenge you," Bai Ye shrugged.

"Don’t think just because you don’t have soul power, it doesn’t matter. Accidents happen, and I won't be responsible," Ye Qian threatened with a smile, but her eyes flashed with murderous intent.

Bai Ye heard the threat but remained unfazed, standing with his hands behind his back: "No need for idle talk, let's begin. I'll let you make the first move."

"Let Miss Ye strike first?"

The audience was shocked by Bai Ye's statement, bursting into laughter soon after.

"I've never seen someone pretend so much."

"Miss Ye, just finish him off."

The crowd yelled and cheered.

Ye Qian found it amusing too. She knew Bai Ye was skilled in some techniques, but how formidable could a man without soul power be?

Nodding, she replied with a playful smile, "Alright, since you insisted, watch carefully!"

As she finished speaking, Ye Qian lunged forward, her movements graceful like a dancing butterfly.

But as she approached, Bai Ye moved as well. He lifted his right fist, sending a powerful strike towards her, fierce as a tiger.

This momentum? This speed? Ye Qian was caught off guard.

Bang!

She took a punch to the shoulder, staggering backwards.

The laughing audience was instantly silenced.

Bai Ye, lacking Heavenly Soul, had actually landed a hit on Luo City's top genius.

Surely an accident.

"I was careless just now, but this time, I won't let you get away with it!" Ye Qian, burning with anger, lunged at Bai Ye with a palm coated in astonishing soul power.

Her delicate palm looked like porcelain, but her strength was formidable.

Bai Ye parried with his hands, engaging Ye Qian in a rapid exchange of blows. To the audience's shock, Ye Qian had unleashed her soul power, but Bai Ye was still countering with brute strength alone!

"Such incredible soul power. Ye Qian is truly a genius. Without the 'Vajra Indestructible', I would have been blasted to pieces by now. But is that all she's got?"

In a split second, Bai Ye suddenly stopped defending. One hand clenched into a fist, he struck like a venomous snake towards Ye Qian's abdomen, his terrifying brute force creating a whooshing sound.

Ye Qian's eyes widened in surprise.

Bang!

Bai Ye took a hit to the chest but barely flinched, while his punch landed squarely on Ye Qian's stomach.

Bang!

Ye Qian stumbled back several steps, her body shaking, her face pale...

This was the power of 'Vajra Indestructible'; his physique was far stronger than Ye Qian's! Coupled with the 'Force Body Technique', any part of his body could be used to counterattack!

Ye Qian was at a disadvantage, her expression tight.

At this moment, she no longer underestimated Bai Ye. To exchange blows with her at this level, not many in Luo City could do so, and he didn’t even have soul power!

Ye Qian shouted and charged again.

Bai Ye remained composed, countering Ye Qian head-on. Wherever she attacked, he allowed her to hit him, responding with a punch.

Bang!

Thud!

Bang!

Thud!

...

With every hit Bai Ye took, Ye Qian suffered a punch in return.

After several rounds, Ye Qian's expression twisted, her forehead furrowed, while Bai Ye was only slightly out of breath. Her soul power seemed unable to cause him significant damage.

Bai Ye was subtly taking control of the fight.

"It's time to end this," Bai Ye said lightly.

"Really?"

At that moment, Ye Qian's eyes sparkled, and her body suddenly shivered, releasing a terrifying aura.

Bai Ye rushed towards her, but as he got close, he was pushed back by the overwhelming aura.

"Elemental power?" Bai Ye's eyes shone with curiosity.