Chapter 5 is vulnerable to defeat
Is there a mistake!
They also do not consider Senior Kate's strength
As the three individuals arrived, the onlookers erupted into a series of shouts, a mix of surprise and mockery: "Here they come, the people from Room B-13."
The referee said in a nonchalant manner: "Before the match, neither side stipulated that close combat techniques were prohibited. Moreover, if the student from Kate had prepared in advance and did not intend to defeat his opponent with a flashy finishing move, he would not have been defeated before even executing his sword techniques. It is solely his fault for being too careless and underestimating his opponent." After saying this, he added, "You should quickly take your boyfriend to the infirmary; the few strikes from that student earlier may have already injured his muscles and bones." He then stepped down from the ring and disappeared into the crowd.
A series of exclamations suddenly erupted from the numerous spectators in the audience.
Every referee holds a considerable reputation within the academy; otherwise, they would not be able to assume the role of a representative of fairness and justice. Moreover, their abilities have reached at least level six or seven. Such experts are not someone like Jena can provoke. Therefore, she could only glare at Ling Yun with resentment, saying, "How dare a level three swordsman be so arrogant? Hmph, Senior Sister Xueyun will definitely take revenge for me, just wait and see." After saying this, she no longer paid attention to Kate, who was still in a state of unconsciousness, and directly headed towards Dormitory A-2.
The fourth-level swordsman's fighting spirit has already developed a certain level of defensive capability, and a single strike is insufficient to completely incapacitate him.
Battles between Level 4 swordsmen are not common for a mid-level academy. After all, even well-known mid-level academies in the country may not have more than fifty Level 4 swordsmen.
A tall student beside him immediately flattered, "Sister-in-law, there's no need to stoop to the level of these three useless ones. When Boss Kate makes her move later, she will definitely leave them searching for their teeth, crying for their parents."
Ling Yun shook his head, yet his feet did not stop moving. Engaging with such a person is simply beneath one's dignity
Indeed, with Senior Kate's strength, dealing with such a little brat is merely a matter of seconds
Many students with influential backgrounds have taken out detection tools from the magical world of books and spirits to investigate Ling Yun's true strength. Although this action is quite impolite, with so many people present, they are not afraid of being discovered.
The truly prepared Level 4 swordsman, I am certainly no match for. Well, there is nothing to boast about in this matter. Let us go. After saying this, Lingyun pushed open the door and no longer cared whether the two of them continued to stay here to show off to others. He directly left the arena and walked towards the dormitory.
However, it was Kari and Green who reacted first, laughing heartily as they ran up to the stage. They embraced Ling Yun and exclaimed, "Well done, Ah Cheng! You actually managed to use some tricks. Not bad, not bad. You took down a Level 4 swordsman; you truly are impressive."
"Brother Kate, you must teach this kid a good lesson, so they learn how to speak properly in the future," Jena shouted from outside.
Kate had no time to regain her senses; a sharp pain instantly obliterated all her consciousness. Her eyes rolled back, and she fainted.
"Despicable? Hehe, if winning through close combat techniques is considered despicable, then what do you call a Level 4 swordsman challenging a Level 3 swordsman?" Caryin chuckled a few times and retorted sarcastically
As soon as this person's conjecture was put forward, many of the attendees nodded in agreement, finding this explanation reasonable. Immediately, the way they looked at Ling Yun was no longer filled with disdain as before, but rather carried a hint of sympathy.
Hahaha, everyone, feel free to watch as Senior Kate teaches a lesson to these oblivious junior students
Ling Yun regarded the idle gossip of these individuals as if he had not heard it. As a cultivator, if he lacked even this level of composure, then his entire life would indeed be in vain
Jena listened to the praises from the other students directed at Kate beside her, tightly holding onto his arm and proudly looking around, as if afraid others did not know he was her boyfriend. As she saw the three approaching, she began to mock them without reservation. "Hmph, have you finally mustered the courage to crawl out of your turtle shell? I thought you would stay cooped up in your dorm waiting for the duel time while studying your *textbooks*."
How ridiculous for a third-level swordsman to come out and embarrass themselves, wasting my precious time
Alright, speaking with you is also a waste of my precious time. Dealing with you is just a matter of one question.
Third-level swordsman
Having just been promoted to a Level 4 Swordsman, he actually dared to challenge Senior Kate, a Level 4 Swordsman who has been promoted for several years. He simply does not know how to write the word "death"
Moments later, everyone learned about the true strength of Ling Yun and the other two, and an uproar ensued
What is going on? Have these three fools been struck by lightning? A Level 3 swordsman actually dares to provoke the dignity of a Level 4 swordsman? This is the gap between the beginner and intermediate levels. Moreover, they are challenging the renowned Senior Kate; isn't this courting death
When Ling Yun, Ka Rui, and Ge Lin arrived at the competition arena, a crowd of seven to eight hundred onlookers had already gathered inside the arena, forming layers upon layers that completely surrounded the venue. The bustling atmosphere of this sea of people was even more intense than during the previous match between Ling Yun and Xue Yun.
Kate's expression changed dramatically as she said fiercely, "Kid, I will make sure you die a miserable death"
Senior Kate must have fallen quite hard that time
Ling Yun once again gathered his strength, using the ground to propel himself upward. With both feet off the ground, he executed four swift kicks in a brief moment, each kick landing accurately on Kate's relatively robust body. The tremendous force sent him flying seven to eight meters away, crashing heavily onto the ground
Only Lingyun, harnessing the power of acceleration, swayed beneath him, evading Kate's futile sword strikes with a dazzling footwork. In a flash, he dashed in front of him, landing on one foot directly at the opponent's heel. Simultaneously, both hands aimed at his chest, fingers curled, the force of his knuckles combined with the power of acceleration was fully unleashed, slicing through the air between them like lightning, delivering a heavy blow to Kate's chest.
At the very beginning, he actually threw away his sword. If a swordsman is without a sword, how can he continue to fight? Relying on combat skills?
Ling Yun approached Kate with an expression of indifference, gently kicking her a few times. Seeing that there was no response, he estimated that she had likely been knocked unconscious by the force of the fall. He then picked up the long sword he had thrown and said to the dazed referee, "Alright, please determine the winner."
Kate turned her head, gave her a slight smile, and made an OK gesture: "Don't worry, when have I ever let you down? I will definitely make this kid kneel and beg for mercy, bowing to you in apology."
However, it is a pity that this is not Earth, and no one has informed Kate of the consequences of being approached by a former master of ancient martial arts.
The judge nodded slightly, noticing the intense animosity between the two parties, and spoke: "Although your conflict is a personal matter, it must be kept within limits. If you intend to harm each other's lives, you will bear the consequences yourself." After saying this, he raised his hand and waved: "Begin!"
What the hell! The enemy is approaching, and Kate can no longer afford to show off; she quickly retreats
"A Cheng, be careful. If you can't win, don't push yourself too hard." Kari was not at all reassured
Ling Yun slightly furrowed his brows; being embraced by a man, even if it was out of joy, made him feel a sense of discomfort throughout his body. If the other party were an enemy with ulterior motives, he would be defenseless and could be killed without any means of resistance at such a close distance
Hehe, a Level 4 Swordsman is nothing to be proud of. Let's see if this kid dares to be arrogant again in the future. Green immediately straightened his back
The atmosphere at the scene was somewhat eerie, as everyone exchanged glances, unsure of what to say about this moment. Originally, Ling Yun, with the strength of a Level 3 swordsman, had challenged and defeated a Level 4 swordsman, which should have garnered appropriate cheers. However, the manner in which he achieved victory left everyone momentarily at a loss for words
The onlookers were left dumbfounded, staring at this dramatic scene, their minds momentarily short-circuited
Kate cast a slight glance at Ling Yun, her lips curling up in a dismissive smile: "Hmph, is this what you B-13 dormitory call a Level 4 swordsman? Hehe, a Level 3 swordsman actually dares to impersonate a Level 4 swordsman, parading around and deceiving others? It's one thing for you to deceive others, and I, with my status, would not stoop to your level, but you have the audacity to bully my friend Jena. Therefore, regardless of the circumstances, you shall not leave this arena unscathed today."
Upon hearing Kate's words, everyone was momentarily taken aback. The news they had received clearly indicated that there would be a duel between fourth-level swordsmen, so how had it changed to third-level swordsmen?
This fellow is truly beyond redemption in his foolishness
"You two wait here," Ling Yun said to Karry and Green beside him, without pausing his steps, and directly walked up to the one-foot-high arena.
I understand now, I remember this person. He challenged the Snow Goddess, Senior Xueyun, the day before yesterday. At that time, he was struck by the Snow Goddess's special sword technique, Zero Degree Freeze. It is said that this skill also has a certain freezing effect on the soul. I estimate that this poor fellow must have been frozen silly
"Is this a duel between swordsmen? Why do I feel as if I have entered a gladiatorial arena..." A student asked, tugging at a friend beside him.
I thought there would be an exciting duel between two level 4 swordsmen, but it seems that it is likely to be a one-sided domination
"I can also offer you the same words." Ling Yun nodded to the referee in charge of judging this venue and said, "Please begin."
"Stop right there. Let me tell you, the referee's eyes are sharp; your despicable actions will surely be met with severe punishment"
The original author of the matter, Jena, only came to her senses when Lingyun was about to leave, suddenly shouting: "Cheating, referee, he cheated. How despicable to launch a sneak attack. A person of such character should be expelled from the academy and have their student status revoked"
Ling Yun nodded slightly, walked onto the arena, held the sword in one hand, and stood firm before Kate
With a loud bang, the arena seemed to tremble as Kate crashed to the ground
The swordsman, is it not about showcasing splendid sword techniques against each other? How is it that this person actually threw the sword out directly, not waiting for the opponent to display their sword skills, and instead defeated them with a close-range attack? Is this kind of fighting style still considered that of a swordsman?
Everyone immediately followed his line of thought—an individual weighing around 130 kilograms, kicked over a meter high, landing seven or eight meters away, and then crashing heavily onto the marble platform; the consequences... Everyone couldn't help but shudder together
Oh, oh, oh. The referee, having witnessed numerous grand spectacles, regained his composure, cleared his throat, and then announced: "Student Kate has fainted, and Student Lin Cheng is the winner"
But how can his hasty retreat compare to Ling Yun's well-prepared arrival
Kari and Green felt uncertain, shrinking their necks and not daring to refute. They glanced at Ling Yun, who appeared relaxed, unsure of his confidence regarding this battle
In situations where the strength is not significantly different, being approached closely by Lingyun? Whether it is the older generation of strong figures in the ancient martial arts world or the special forces tasked with protecting the head of state, all understand what this implies
Given the current national conditions of the Ziyun Empire, achieving the rank of Level 4 Swordsman before the age of 10 is already considered a genius. Even reaching Level 4 before the age of 16 is a rare elite. With further training, there is even hope of advancing to Level 7 Swordsman, becoming a pillar of the nation.
"Come on, kid, today I will make you understand what the gap means." Kate didn't even draw her sword at her side, casually beckoning to Ling Yun with her finger. A master who had entered the rank of a Level 4 swordsman for a year could easily handle a Level 3 swordsman, right? Anyone with a bit of common sense would already know the outcome of this match.
Kate saw the fierce momentum of the sword and cursed under his breath, quickly stepping aside to avoid the thrust of the long sword. His evasion naturally interrupted the elegant sword technique he had been preparing. This delay allowed the distance of several dozen meters to close rapidly under Lingyun's swift charge, and the exquisite combat skills were executed in an instant
Ling Yun smiled faintly, and as soon as the referee finished speaking, she suddenly exerted force with her feet and swiftly charged towards Kate, completely ignoring her opponent's taunts. At the same time, she raised the sword in her hand with one hand, her muscles trembling rhythmically as power concentrated at a single point. With a flick of her wrist, the entire long sword was instantly hurled forward, accompanied by a whistling sound as it cut through the air.
... ...
With a muffled thud, Kate lost all sense of balance, propelled into the air by the force of the impact.
This ... ... should be the duel of the swordsman ... ...
"Excuse me, excuse me, the show is about to begin, everyone please make way."
Hmph