On the arena at this moment, just by looking at the materialized Qi of the two Dou Ling powerhouses, one Dragon and one Tiger, the victor was already clear!
Moreover, the giant Dragon Xiao Yi had condensed completely overwhelmed Lin Yan in terms of both size and Aura.
The next second, the two streams of Qi on the arena collided, causing a violent explosion and kicking up clouds of dust!
However, amidst the dust, Xiao Yi's figure had already appeared behind Lin Yan.
With his long spear pointed at Lin Yan, he softly said, "Senior, I've won..."
Lin Yan's eyes flashed, and then he burst into laughter.
"Not bad, not bad..."
"Although you're a new student, your strength is terrifying. Today, I've lost..."
"Take this blood lotus essence..."
Lin Yan then slowly stood up and handed the blood lotus essence to Xiao Yi.
He then spoke again, "Kid..."
"Tomorrow's Inner Academy Strong Ranking Competition, I presume you'll also participate!"
"Today, neither of us used our true strength, so it wasn't a satisfying fight!"
"Let's have another match tomorrow!"
Xiao Yi nodded slightly with a smile: "Certainly, certainly..."
Xiao Yi put the blood lotus essence into his storage ring, then looked at Lin Yan and spoke in a deep voice, "Senior Lin Yan, this blood lotus essence is for Alchemists. Are you planning to Cultivate it into a Medicinal Pill?"
Lin Yan, however, shook his head: "Cultivate it into a Medicinal Pill?"
"I can't. I'm just a martial artist..."
"I bought this blood lotus essence because I heard it could help me suppress the fire poison in my body, so I wanted to give it a try..."
Xiao Yi smiled helplessly upon hearing this: "Whose incompetent Alchemist's words did you believe? How could this blood lotus essence have the effect of removing or suppressing fire poison..."
Lin Yan looked at Xiao Yi with great shock upon hearing this:
"So, you're also an Alchemist?"
After all, in Lin Yan's perception, Alchemists were all pampered individuals who wouldn't possess such combat power.
Xiao Yi nodded.
A hint of excitement flashed in Lin Yan's eyes as he spoke:
"Then do you know how to suppress the fire poison in my body..."
Xiao Yi smiled slightly and softly said, "There is certainly a way..."
"But not right now..."
"How about I expel the fire poison for you after the Strong Ranking Competition ends..."
Lin Yan laughed heartily upon hearing this, nodding without the slightest hesitation.
At this moment, the dust on the arena finally slowly dispersed.
However, the figures of Lin Yan and Xiao Yi had already disappeared... In the back mountain of Jia Nan Academy.
Xiao Yi sat down cross-legged, looking at the collected Medicinal Pill ingredients for the blood lotus pill.
He did not immediately begin Cultivating the Medicinal Pill.
After all, the blood lotus pill is a fifth-grade pill, and with Xiao Yi's current strength.
Although he could successfully Cultivate it, it would undoubtedly take a lot of time.
And tomorrow is the annual Strong Ranking Competition in the Inner Academy!
Entering the top ten on the strong ranking list will earn rewards. Although he doesn't know what this year's reward is yet.
But Xiao Yi doesn't plan to miss such an opportunity, so he still plans to wait until the competition ends before Cultivating the blood lotus pill.
Ensuring enough time to Cultivate the Medicinal Pill to produce the most perfect blood lotus pill!
...The next day.
Xun'er, who had not been seen for a long time, finally reappeared slowly.
She had arrived downstairs early to wait for Brother Xiao Yi.
The moment she saw Brother Xiao Yi, Xun'er greeted him with a smile.
"Brother Xiao Yi!"
"It's been a long time, and your strength has improved quite a bit..."
Brother Xiao Yi smiled slightly, casually raised his hand, and pinched Xun'er's cheek, softly saying:
"You Girl are talking about me..."
"Your progress is even more astonishing; now I can't even discern your strength..."
Xun'er, however, smiled faintly: "Xun'er's strength isn't important..."
"I only know that Brother Xiao Yi is very strong now..."
Xiao Yi: "What's wrong, Girl? Are you interested in this Strong Ranking Competition today..."
Xun'er shook her head: "I'm not interested in that Strong Ranking Competition, but I know Brother Xiao Yi you'll definitely go..."
"So I specifically waited here for Brother Xiao Yi, to go with you..."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi slightly turned his head to look at the ancient clan's Young Lady beside him.
Indeed, if Xun'er hadn't joined Jia Nan Academy and become classmates with these people, they probably wouldn't even have the qualifications to meet her.
As the esteemed Young Lady of the ancient clan, why would Xun'er contend with them for this Strong Ranking position...
In a flash, Xiao Yi and Xun'er arrived at the venue of the Strong Ranking Competition.
At this moment, the venue was already packed with people, bustling with excitement.
The next second, a figure was seen leaping from a high place to the center of the arena, exuding dominance.
"Brother Xiao Yi, this person is Liu Qing, the Overlord Spear! His strength is at the eight-star Dou Ling level!"
Xun'er smiled slightly and began to introduce him to Brother Xiao Yi.
Hearing Xun'er's introduction, Xiao Yi was slightly stunned: "Girl, you're not interested in this Strong Ranking Competition, so why do you know this..."
Xun'er pursed her lips and smiled:
"Because Xun'er knows that Brother Xiao Yi is busy Cultivating and probably doesn't know much about the Inner Academy's affairs, so I specifically familiarized myself with the main powerhouses of the competition in advance, which can be considered helping Brother Xiao Yi..."
Hearing Xun'er say this, Xiao Yi felt a warmth in his heart; this Girl was truly thoughtful.
"Xun'er... thank you..."
However, the next second, streams of cyan Qi appeared among the crowd. A young man, with graceful movements, stepped on Qi, and in a few flashes, instantly arrived on the arena.
"Brother Xiao Yi, this is Lin Xiuya, the Genius from the Outer Academy at that time. His current strength is also at the Peak of eight-star Dou Ling..."
"These two are very close in strength. In the last Strong Ranking Competition, they were ranked second and third respectively. I presume they will be Brother Xiao Yi's main competitors this time..."
Xun'er looked at Lin Xiuya and Liu Qing on the arena and softly reminded Brother Xiao Yi.
"Brother Xiao Yi, aren't you going on stage..."
After Xun'er finished speaking, she looked at Brother Xiao Yi and smiled slightly.
Then, a golden light appeared on Xun'er's palm, slowly pushing against Brother Xiao Yi's lower back.
Immediately, Brother Xiao Yi was lifted by a powerful force and descended towards the center of the arena.
"This Girl, can't she just let me walk onto the arena..."
Xiao Yi shook his head helplessly, and then red Qi surged around him.
After adjusting his posture in the air, the red Qi condensed into a five-clawed red True Dragon beneath Xiao Yi's feet.
Xiao Yi then stepped on the True Dragon and arrived on the arena.
As Xiao Yi ascended the stage, Lin Xiuya and the other person turned simultaneously to look at him.
The next second, a little Girl's shout came from behind Xiao Yi.
Then, Zi Yan suddenly jumped down from the high platform and came in front of Xiao Yi.
"Xiao Yi! How long have you been gone!"
"What about the Medicinal Pills you promised me! I've been craving them for so long, I'm almost dying!"
Seeing Zi Yan's accusatory look, Xiao Yi looked embarrassed and quickly said:
"Medicinal Pills... Medicinal Pills..."
"After this competition, I'll immediately Cultivate them for you, alright? I'll Cultivate ten at once!"
Hearing ten, Zi Yan, though still a bit displeased, nodded: "Alright, the quantity must be enough!"
Lin Xiuya and the other person, seeing the esteemed Zi Yan, the first on the strong ranking list, having such a relationship with the newcomer before them, couldn't help but frown slightly.
"Xiao Yi..."