Chapter 417: Chapter 417: The Shocking Ao Yan
 

The tremendous shock experienced by the Martial Sea Immortal Venerable was due to the swordsmanship Ao Yan had just demonstrated, it was one of the three most profound sword methods in the Jade Ling Palace!

The Xuanxing Sword Method!

This sword method had been archived in the scripture pavilion of Jade Ling Palace many years ago, but, over all these years, only a handful of people have mastered it.

Not only is due to the high rank of this sword method, but also because it is incredibly sophisticated, obscure, and hard to understand. It’s impossible for a normal person to comprehend, even the most talented geniuses can’t learn it without a horrific talent in swordsmanship.

But how did Ao Yan manage it?

Furthermore, she displayed it with such familiarity, as effortless as if it were second nature?

How could it be possible? Ao Yan had only been in the Jade Ling Palace for a short time, merely a little over three months, and yet she knows such a sword technique?

Another person who was greatly shocked was Ouyang Haohai, who was currently being suppressed by Ao Yan’s attack.

“Impossible, how do you know this sword method? You’ve been at Jade Ling Palace for such a short time, how did you learn it?”

Ouyang Haohai couldn’t help but exclaim in astonishment.

Years ago, after being designated as a saint, the proud Ouyang Haohai discovered this sword method in the scripture pavilion and attempted to learn it.

As a result, even after studying it for more than a year, he couldn’t fully execute even the first move, let alone grasp the sword’s intention!

And now, stood in front of him is Ao Yan who can use this entire sword method?

What on Earth?

The disciples and elders around were also stunned, all looking at Ao Yan in disbelief.

“If I’m not mistaken, isn’t this Xuanxing Sword Method only known by the palace master?”

“Back when the palace master was still considered a saint, she had already mastered this sword method. Her power and talent were terrifying, according to legend, it only took her less than a year to fully grasp it!”

“Good gracious, how long has Saintess Ao Yan been at Jade Ling Palace, three months? Is her swordsmanship talent even more formidable than the palace master?”

Meanwhile, Ao Yan, standing on the arena, paid no attention to anyone’s astonishment and concentrated solely on executing the Xuanxing Sword Method.

The sword moves were fiercely swift, immersed in mysterious intent, Ouyang Haohai could not predict her attacks and was left in a flurry, engaging in complaint.

However, he’s simply surprised and miserable, if he truly released his bloodline power, he could still handle Ao Yan.

Yet to do that would truly be an act of bullying.

His own strength is already considerably greater than Ao Yan’s, with the talent abilities of both being much the same, it would be utterly inappropriate for him to use his earth-shattering bloodline power in such a scenario.

However, he didn’t want to lose. The reward for being the top disciple this time was extremely tempting. He wasn’t too interested in magic items and medicinal resources, the only thing that caught his attention was one of the invincible pills capable of increasing the concentration of his bloodline!

This thing, a rare item, probably brought out by the Jade Ling Palace as a reward for him or to prompt Ao Yan to fight with all her might and display more powerful capabilities.

Such a treasure was a must-have for Ouyang Haohai!

However, just when Ouyang Haohai was in the midst of internal deliberation, Ao Yan suddenly coldly snorted, “Where is your Earth-shattering bloodline?”

“If you don’t use your bloodline power, you will undoubtedly lose.”

Ouyang Haohai felt secretly exasperated at this, was he being looked down upon by Ao Yan?

But he didn’t want to give the first place opportunity to Ao Yan, after all, once he got that pill, his bloodline would absolutely be able to be cultivated to the extent of his potential limit.

His power would significantly increase, this would be the greatest help for Ouyang Haohai!

Immediately, Ouyang Haohai decided, “Damn it, whatever offence I give now, I will make up for it later!”

“Junior Sister Ao Yan, since you’ve made such a request, wouldn’t it be laughable if your Senior Brother doesn’t display it?”

“Junior Sister, watch carefully, the Earth-shattering bloodline power is overwhelming, and if I accidentally hurt you, I will apologize to you in the future.”

At these words, Ao Yan’s mouth twitched under her veil, her expression filled with disgust.

This guy really makes her feel nauseated, finding such an excuse at this time?

The surrounding disciples, especially the female disciples, all showed envious expressions.

“No way, the saint is looking after Saintess Ao Yan like this?”

“Hey, you don’t know the current Saintess, not only is she highly skilled and has terrifying talents, but she’s also extraordinarily beautiful and stunning. Truly, within the entire Jade Ling Palace, there is no one else that compares.”

“Agreed. They are indeed a match made in heaven, full of talent and beauty. I don’t know why I’m actually looking forward to them getting together.”

The murmurs of the numerous disciples naturally fell into the ears of the two on the stage. Ao Yan was not moved by this. However, Ouyang Haohai felt otherwise.

He actually felt a slight anticipation?

However, remembering they were in the middle of a battle, Ouyang Haohai dared not be distracted and hurriedly shouted.

“Junior Sister, watch closely!”

With a low growl from Ouyang Haohai, his body swelled considerably, his muscle lines became more perfect, and a huge palm appeared vaguely behind him.

Earth-shattering bloodline!

This is a battle-oriented bloodline power, leaning entirely towards battle. Through the bloodline power, Ouyang Haohai’s strength can be increased by at least thirty percent!

This is a terrifying figure!

So far, among the younger generation in the Jade Ling Palace, no one has been able to withstand one of his attacks after he unlocks his bloodline power!

Could Ao Yan withstand it?

Seeing Ouyang Haohai lift his hand and slap towards Ao Yan, everyone’s hearts leapt to their throats.

In their eyes, this wasn’t a semi-final, but the actual final!

Surprisingly, facing the strong Ouyang Haohai, Ao Yan didn’t think about avoiding the point of attack or using other means to diffuse it, but instead faced it head-on.

Ouyang Haohai was also shocked. He was worried that his move would hurt Ao Yan. Just as he was considering whether to lessen his force, his expression drastically changed.

A sword in Ao Yan’s hand erupted with a power that was instantly doubled in its terrifying state!

“What!”

Ouyang Haohai was shocked, then his entire body, like a kite with a broken string, flew backward, and drops of blood continuously emerged in the air.

With a thud, Ouyang Haohai fiercely smashed into the ground. Seeing his right shoulder covered in blood, he was dumbstruck.

How on earth was Ao Yan this strong?

“You Lost!”

Ao Yan said, her tone filled with indescribable excitement!

After defeating Ouyang Haohai, she no longer needed to worry about the final match. It could be easily settled. The championship of this competition among direct disciples would be hers.

With this, she can also have two months of freedom to go out, to be with him for a longer period!

Thinking of this, Ao Yan’s excitement grew even stronger. Usually aloof and unapproachable, Ao Yan, at this moment, felt a surge of an urge to jump up in excitement!