I was just making up techniques… how did all of you become Emperors? Chapter 595 Cao Youqian: If No One Makes a Move, I Will Start Calling Names
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Chapter 595 Cao Youqian: I’ll Start Naming Names if No One Steps Up
Two days slipped by in an instant. The arena was now dominated by True Intent Great Perfection geniuses hailing from the most prominent Sacred Lands. In previous eras, such elite talents would only grace the stage on the final day, but in this current climate, the True Intent Great Perfection realm seemed almost commonplace.
These geniuses were so formidable that even Harmonization Dao Realm cultivators like Shi Xuan and Qin Qin struggled to contain them, to say nothing of the clashes involving the various Sacred Sons. To the influential observers, however, this was merely the opening act of the Great Era Struggle. The Xuantian Continent could only hope to produce a new Immortal Emperor if geniuses emerged in such overwhelming numbers.
As the sun rose on this day, the cultivators from the major Sacred Lands arrived as scheduled. The Grand Competition officially commenced following a brief exchange of pleasantries among the ten Saints.
At the seating area for the Asking the Dao Academy, Cao Youqian stood up and began loosening his muscles. He offered a respectful bow to Chu Feng, saying, "Master, this disciple will make a move first."
"Go ahead," Chu Feng replied simply. He didn't bother telling Cao Youqian to restrain himself; he knew the boy was already itching for a fight after days of watching from the sidelines.
Cao Youqian moved forward, appearing in the center of the air a second later. His eyes swept across the gathered cultivators as he announced, "Asking the Dao Academy Sacred Son Cao Youqian is here; who dares to fight me!"
Arrogant—the man was far too arrogant!
The thought flashed through everyone’s minds simultaneously, yet none found it misplaced. Cao Youqian’s reputation for insolence preceded him, and today, the crowd would finally see if his strength matched his attitude.
Silence followed. A heavy, lingering silence was the only answer to his challenge.
A slight smirk played on Cao Youqian’s lips when he saw that no one intended to speak. "If you do not wish to come up, then I will call you out one by one."
It was a blatant display of contempt, treating the other geniuses as if they were beneath his notice.
The expressions of the Sacred Land geniuses turned sour. Their hesitation didn't stem from fear of Cao Youqian, but rather a strategic reluctance to be the first to strike. They didn't want to exhaust themselves and allow those waiting in line to take advantage of them, especially since the Asking the Dao Academy possessed two Sacred Sons, and Xiao Chen was rumored to be even more powerful than Cao Youqian.
Suddenly, a figure emerged from the Great Thunder Sound Temple, gliding through the air atop a golden lotus. His voice reached the crowd before he did.
"Amitabha, this little monk Mo Ke has come to learn the Sacred Son's high-level techniques." With a humble look, Mo Ke pressed his palms together.
"Are you that genius the Great Thunder Sound Temple invited from Heaven Continent?" Cao Youqian asked mockingly, eyeing the sturdy, bald man with the somber expression.
"Correct, it is this little monk. It is an honor to be remembered by the Sacred Son." Mo Ke’s Buddhist Son demeanor remained perfectly modest.
"Make your move," Cao Youqian commanded, crossing his arms with a look of pure disdain.
"Thank you, Sacred Son, for yielding; this little monk accepts." After speaking, Mo Ke sat in a cross-legged position as his body began to radiate a blinding Buddhist light.
A massive Vast Sky Buddha Dharma Idol manifested between the heavens and the earth. The sky was instantly flooded with Buddhist light, its brilliance so intense that it overshadowed the sun itself.
The vast majority of those below the Nirvana Realm found themselves falling to their knees after just a single glimpse of the Buddha image. With devout expressions, they began to kowtow in worship.
Even the veteran kings and marquises felt the influence of the light. Their mental fortitude wavered, and a sudden, powerful urge to convert to Buddhism gripped their hearts.
"The younger generation is truly terrifying!"
"This Buddhist Son Mo Ke is likely a top-tier expert even in the Heaven Continent. He is destined to become a God King in time."
Cao Youqian watched the display without moving an inch. He smiled and said, "Little monk, don't use this set of tricks to play games with this Sacred Son. Make your move quickly; I am getting impatient."
Closing his eyes slowly, Mo Ke chanted four words: "Buddha Light Shines Everywhere."
His speech manifested as law. In a heartbeat, ten thousand feet of radiant Buddhist light surged toward Cao Youqian.
As the light swept forward, the colors of the world shifted, and all living things bowed in reverence. In the blink of an eye, the brilliance completely engulfed Cao Youqian.
Was that it? The spectators were stunned that Cao Youqian hadn't even attempted to resist.
This attack carried the true essence of the Buddhist Dao. Even with an understanding of Dao True Intent, it should have been impossible for Cao Youqian to withstand such a blow with only his physical body.
A moment later, the light faded away.
Every eye turned to the spot where Cao Youqian had been standing. When they saw him—perfectly unharmed, arms still folded, and standing still in mid-air—the crowd gasped in unison.
Hiss...
"Sacred Son Cao’s physical body is incredible; it is practically a Sacred Artifact."
"He truly is the number two genius of the Xuan Continent; he has every right to be arrogant!"
Mo Ke was, without a doubt, the most shocked person present. Though he had only been testing his opponent, he never expected the Sacred Son to be this powerful.
The corner of Cao Youqian’s mouth curled into a mocking smile. "Put a little more effort into it. That move didn't even tickle."
Mo Ke realized the man was trying to provoke him into a rage. He gritted his teeth and forced a polite smile back onto his face.
"Sacred Son Cao is indeed formidable. This little monk was rude just now. This time, I will use the Great Thunder Sound Temple's Imperial Technique; I invite my Dao friend to give some advice."
"Oh." Cao Youqian’s interest was piqued. He smiled and said, "Fine. If you can show me an Imperial Technique, then your trip wasn't a total waste."
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Mo Ke was momentarily stunned before realizing the jab. He reminded himself not to give in to the sin of wrath; he viewed this fight as a trial from the Buddha.
With that thought, he pressed his palms together once more. An Immortal Light erupted from his form, quickly merging with the radiance of his Dharma Idol.
At that moment, Mo Ke appeared as a Buddha descending to the mortal realm. Even before he struck, he exuded an aura of total invincibility.
The knowledgeable cultivators in the crowd immediately identified the technique.
"Indestructible Diamond Immortal Body!"
"To think Buddhist Son Mo Ke has actually awakened an Immortal Body. This might be the most magnificent battle in ten thousand years."
Seeing the Immortal Light, Cao Youqian’s playful expression vanished, replaced by a look of intense excitement.
"Little monk, I didn't expect you to have such a big surprise for me. This is strong enough!"
As he spoke, Immortal Light also exploded from Cao Youqian, and his aura surged outward. A Dharma Idol that looked exactly like him rose into the sky.
Bathed in that Immortal Light, Cao Youqian looked like an unstoppable Demon God peering down at the world.
"This kid actually uses himself as the Dharma Idol; he really is arrogant enough!"
"How long has it been since a genius used themselves as their own Dharma Idol?"
The crowd erupted into a flurry of discussion. It had been many years since anyone had witnessed such a feat.
The two combatants ignored the noise below. Their auras continued to climb higher and higher.
A terrifying pressure descended upon the entire arena. As their powers clashed, the pressure from both sides locked into a fierce standoff...