Invincible Little School Doctor Chapter 2046: Don’t You Think You’re a Show-Off?

"I..." Li Qi’s gaze met Ye Haochuan’s, instantly sending a shiver down his spine as cold sweat broke out on his back.

He genuinely couldn't fathom how Ye Haochuan had managed to escape the marsh he was trapped in.

That wasn't just any marsh; it possessed the ability to absorb a cultivator's spiritual Qi and move on its own. Despite trying every method within its confines, absolutely nothing had worked.

Ye Haochuan's successful escape was therefore highly irregular.

"I can’t be bothered to lay a hand on you; just finish yourself!" Ye Haochuan declared with a tone of utter disdain.

Li Qi's complexion immediately turned ashen, his body hesitant as he visibly wrestled with an internal conflict.

"What is it? Do you still wish for me to take action?" Ye Haochuan’s expression hardened, a light huff escaping him.

"N-No need!" Beads of sweat formed on Li Qi’s forehead.

During the second trial, he had indeed fought Ye Haochuan. While Ye Haochuan's strength had evidently grown then, he sensed that even without that increase, he would still have been no match for him.

After a prolonged internal struggle, he ultimately chose not to resist, instead walking to the precipice of the cliff and leaping off.

The cliff was remarkably high, and cultivators at the Immortal Transformation stage lacked the ability to fly. A direct plunge to the ground would undoubtedly result in their bodies being shattered.

"You’re so slow; I’ve been waiting here for you for three hours!" Ju Yuqu stated expressionlessly.

Throughout this entire exchange, he hadn't even spared Li Qi a glance, nor had he inquired about the matters between Ye Haochuan and Li Qi, clearly displaying complete indifference.

"Waiting for me for three hours? For what purpose?" Ye Haochuan inquired, a flicker of puzzlement in his eyes.

"Because I intended to defeat you here, fair and square, to avenge the humiliation I suffered previously!" Ju Yuqu proclaimed slowly.

"Don’t you think you’re being rather arrogant?" Ye Haochuan let out a mocking laugh.

This individual had obviously arrived earlier and could have secured the Seven-Colored Mysterious Stone at any moment, thereby becoming a disciple of Half-Mountain Residence. Yet, he chose to wait here for three hours solely for the purpose of fighting Ye Haochuan. Wasn't that the very definition of arrogance?

"I do not believe this will alter the final outcome. Therefore, I don’t mind spending three hours to avenge my shame!" Ju Yuqu stated coldly.

To him, avenging his disgrace perhaps held greater significance than becoming a disciple of Half-Mountain Residence. After all, from his birth until this very moment, this was the sole instance where he had endured such profound humiliation.

"If this were half a day ago, it might not have changed the result. But now, having waited here specifically for me, you will come to regret it!" Ye Haochuan chuckled.

"You have only just broken through to the Immortal Transformation stage. I am uncertain what fortuitous encounter allowed you to advance so rapidly. However, even so, the cultivation gap between us remains substantial. You haven't the slightest chance of victory against me!"

"Whether there’s a chance or not is irrelevant to your opinion; you will discover the truth after our battle!" Ye Haochuan remarked, dismissing his opponent with a wave of his hand. "There’s no point in continuing with empty talk, so come forth!"

Ju Yuqu cast a nonchalant glance at Ye Haochuan, appearing somewhat intrigued by the source of Ye Haochuan's unwavering confidence.

Although he had been defeated by Ye Haochuan during the second trial, that outcome was due to their cultivation levels being artificially equalized. He readily admitted that he had indeed underestimated Ye Haochuan on that occasion.

However, this time, he possessed a significant advantage and was convinced he would not repeat the same mistake. Ye Haochuan, in his estimation, stood no chance.

"Divine Skill, Ghost Shadow!"

With a soft utterance from Ju Yuqu, his figure instantly became indistinct, while a disembodied voice seemed to emanate from all directions.

"Last time, you were fortunate enough to overcome this move. This time, I shall reveal its true might to you!"

Ye Haochuan shook his head in disdain, remarking, "They say that setbacks lead to wisdom, yet it appears you are a peculiar genius who delights in stumbling over the same obstacle repeatedly!"

"Enough with the preamble, perish!"

Evidently lacking a talent for verbal jousting, Ju Yuqu immediately initiated his assault. In an instant, countless illusions of swords streaked towards Ye Haochuan from every conceivable direction.

With his power restored to the mid-stage of Immortal Transformation, the potency of Ju Yuqu’s technique surged anew. Not only were there more sword shadows, but their speed had also increased considerably.

"Heavenly Eye, open!"

A brilliant flash of golden light emanated from Ye Haochuan’s eyes as he focused on perceiving phenomena imperceptible to ordinary individuals.

Upon the activation of his Heavenly Eye, Ju Yuqu’s elusive, flickering form immediately appeared to decelerate by several crucial beats.

The Heavenly Eye, as Ye Haochuan’s innate ability, grew progressively more formidable with his advancement in cultivation, its power never being constrained by the level of any cultivation technique.

The enhanced Heavenly Eye undoubtedly amplified Ye Haochuan’s combat prowess to a significant degree.

"With such a divine ability, how could Young Master possibly be defeated by you?"

A subtle smile graced Ye Haochuan's lips as the Halberd of Heaven and Earth materialized in his grasp, instantly morphing into a swarm of golden dragons that surged in every direction.

Clang clang clang~

An instantaneous barrage of indistinguishable clashes erupted.

The sword shadows were swift, but the halberd matched their pace. Despite sustaining damage, the Halberd of Heaven and Earth remained as ferocious as a wild dragon, repelling every assault with unrelenting might.

"The Immortal Transformation stage is truly magnificent; my Long Family Technique has even achieved such a profound enhancement! Haha!" Ye Haochuan rejoiced internally.

The Long Family Technique was uniquely crafted, distinguishing itself not only in its combat style but also in its cultivation method. During Ye Haochuan's Nascent Soul stage, his mastery of the Long Family Technique had already rivaled that of the Long Family's ancestor.

Now, having reached Immortal Transformation, the Long Family Technique's proficiency seemed to have transcended its originally established limits.

"What manner of cultivation technique is this to possess such formidable power?" Ju Yuqu, his form blurring into intangibility, watched with sheer astonishment.

Among those who could rival his speed under the guise of the Ghost Shadow skill, Ye Haochuan stood unparalleled.

He simply could not fathom how Ye Haochuan manipulated the long halberd with such precision, effectively parrying every attack, regardless of its origin.

In stark contrast to Ju Yuqu's bewilderment, Ye Haochuan's exhilaration and excitement intensified with every passing moment of the battle.

The long halberd in his hand grew swifter with each swing, more potent with every blow. Eventually, Ju Yuqu found himself unable to keep pace. In fact, Ye Haochuan even found himself with surplus energy to launch counterattacks.

Yet, even with this advantage, Ye Haochuan felt an unsettling sense of dissatisfaction. An unseen force seemed to be gathering within his chest, growing ever more potent as he unleashed a tempest of attacks.

This burgeoning power yearned to erupt from his chest, but lacking an outlet, it caused him considerable discomfort.

Within mere minutes, Ye Haochuan's face flushed from the strain of suppressing this internal force, his consciousness growing hazy under its influence.

"Roar~"

A draconic roar finally burst forth from Ye Haochuan.

At that precise moment, the pent-up force within Ye Haochuan's chest found its release, surging outwards uncontrollably.

The dragon's roar reverberated through the mountains, accompanied by a gale of potent energy.

Wherever this surge of energy passed, all sword shadows dissolved like shattered glass, disintegrating into nothingness.

Ju Yuqu's form was violently expelled from the void by this powerful gust, narrowly avoiding being swept off the mountainside.

"How is this conceivable?" Ju Yuqu stared at Ye Haochuan, disbelief etched on his face, as if confronting a phantom.