Ten Thousand Dragons Technique-Chapter 233: Chu Yue Obtains the Azure Lotus

Chapter 233: Chapter 233: Chu Yue Obtains the Azure Lotus

Next, everyone tried their hand. However, most of them quickly gave up. Those with weaker cultivation couldn’t succeed and even risked serious injury. This meant that ordinary Nine-Star Martial Generals stood no chance; only those at the peak of the Nine-Star level had a shot.

Consequently, only the geniuses of the first and second tiers had any real opportunity. Tian Xing gave up immediately. Shangguan Hao and Leng Rushuang also made attempts, but they both failed.

Others from the Heavenly Dao Academy, such as Hua Yan, Mu Jin, and Xu Tian, also tried their luck, but they all failed as well. Not a single one of them obtained an Anomalous Fire. Ye Qingwu also failed and sighed, realizing the Anomalous Fire was not so easy to acquire.

"Sigh... So far, no one from our Heavenly Dao Academy has obtained an Anomalous Fire," Hua Yan lamented.

"It’s too difficult," Mu Jin said. "Even the first-tier geniuses aren’t guaranteed to get one."

"Not necessarily," Shangguan Hao countered. "Chu Yue hasn’t made her move yet. With her strength, she’s bound to get one."

Leng Rushuang nodded in agreement. "Chu Yue can definitely snatch a Clear Lotus."

Tian Xing remained silent, but he glanced at Lin Xuan. Why hasn’t he made a move yet? With his strength, he should be able to grab a Clear Lotus too! 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

Lin Xuan didn’t act immediately. The big black dog had told him the situation was strange, so he planned to observe for a while first. He looked at Li Qiushui nearby and asked, "Aren’t you going to give it a try?"

Li Qiushui shook her head. "No, I must protect you, Young Master."

"I don’t need your protection," Lin Xuan laughed. "There are so many people here."

But Li Qiushui was resolute, shaking her head again. In her eyes, Lin Xuan was far more important than any Anomalous Fire.

Li Qiushui didn’t move, but others did. Another prodigy successfully acquired a Clear Lotus. This was a top genius from the Yan Family named Yan Chitian. With the fourth Clear Lotus taken, the surrounding crowd exclaimed in surprise. Only half remained.

"I’ll go," a voice declared. At that moment, Chu Yue stepped forward.

Shangguan Hao and the others cheered wildly. "Go, Chu Yue! You have to succeed!"

It wasn’t just the Star Pavilion; the entire Heavenly Dao Academy was cheering for her. A smile touched Chu Yue’s lips as she rushed toward the array, entering it and reaching for one of the lotuses.

As a first-tier genius, she believed she could obtain the lotus effortlessly. However, when the fire of the Clear Lotus erupted, Chu Yue nearly coughed up blood. Her entire body trembled as she was sent flying backward.

What’s going on? How can it be this terrifying? Chu Yue was dumbfounded. The fire of the Clear Lotus was far more dreadful than she had imagined. She could barely withstand that single attack.

She let out an angry roar and, daring not to be careless, activated her Grandmaster-grade equipment. Her Battle Robe materialized, resisting the power of the flames. At the same time, she summoned another Grandmaster-grade weapon: a Treasure Tower. By using both Grandmaster-grade weapons, Chu Yue finally managed to secure a Clear Lotus. She exhaled in relief.

That wasn’t easy, but I finally got it. Hahaha! I’ve obtained the Anomalous Fire! I can break through again! Once I become a half-step Grandmaster, my strength will surpass everyone else in the first tier. I will be the ultimate winner!

"She got it! Chu Yue really got it!" Shangguan Hao shouted in excitement.

"Chu Yue is invincible!" Leng Rushuang exclaimed.

The other geniuses from the Heavenly Dao Academy also gasped in awe. Chu Yue had accomplished what they could not; it was incredible. They all looked up to her with reverence. Ye Qingwu was filled with envy. Although she had recently comprehended the Dragon Claw Stone Slab and greatly increased her strength, she still couldn’t compare to a first-tier genius. She hadn’t been able to get a Clear Lotus, either. Seeing Chu Yue succeed filled her with immense envy.

Lin Xuan rolled his eyes and drawled, "Is getting a Clear Lotus that hard? What’s all the excitement about?"

Hearing this, the surrounding geniuses were left speechless. This guy is bragging again.

Shangguan Hao snorted coldly. "What do you know? Didn’t you see how many geniuses failed? Even the first-tier geniuses aren’t guaranteed to succeed. Do you have any idea how difficult this is?

"Only a Grandmaster can be one hundred percent certain of success. Anyone below that level risks failure.

"What right do you have to talk so big? Are you a Grandmaster?"

"Exactly," Leng Rushuang added. "Stop making sarcastic remarks. If you’re so capable, go snatch a lotus yourself."

Shangguan Hao sneered. "I bet he can’t even get inside. With his level of strength, he’d be sent flying the moment he got close."

"It’s best not to act impulsively," Ye Qingwu advised him quietly. It’s one thing for Lin Xuan to boast, but he shouldn’t actually try it himself. He’s no match for the Anomalous Fire right now.

The situation was already clear: second-tier geniuses had no chance of obtaining the Anomalous Fire. Only first-tier geniuses could succeed. Since Lin Xuan was only considered a second-tier genius, it was impossible for him to get it. It would be better to give up than to take such a foolish risk.

Lin Xuan laughed. "How could a mere Clear Lotus possibly harm me?" He spoke casually, as if he didn’t take the challenge seriously at all. This was because Lin Xuan now truly possessed the strength of a Grandmaster.

The people around him were speechless once more. This guy was an unbelievable braggart.

Shangguan Hao rolled his eyes. "What’s the use of just talking? If you’ve got the guts, then go!"

Lin Xuan replied coolly, "When have I ever needed to explain my actions to you? Do I need your permission to decide when I’ll make my move? How ridiculous."

Lin Xuan didn’t act immediately. He had a feeling that things weren’t as simple as they seemed. Shangguan Hao, however, was oblivious to this.

Shangguan Hao sneered, "I think you’re just scared."

"What a buffoon," Leng Rushuang mocked.

The other geniuses began murmuring amongst themselves. To be honest, they had been shocked when Lin Xuan defeated a Nine-Star Martial General and became a second-tier genius. They had immensely admired him. But now, their faith was wavering. They felt that while Lin Xuan certainly had some skill, he was still a far cry from the first-tier geniuses. His words were nothing but empty boasts.

"This Lin Xuan is just so-so, a far cry from the first-tier geniuses," someone said.

"Indeed. He doesn’t even dare to make a move now."

"Sigh, he could fight opponents four ranks above himself. I used to see him as my idol, but now I’m truly disappointed."

"How can my idol be someone who only knows how to brag?"

"He doesn’t even have the courage to try?"

"He should at least try once."

The crowd’s discussions were filled with disappointment. No one thought highly of Lin Xuan anymore, believing him to be nothing more than a windbag.

Lin Xuan still didn’t make a move. In fact, he wasn’t the only one; several other cautious geniuses also held back.

An elder from the Prince’s Mansion frowned slightly and sent a telepathic message. "Young Prince, it is your turn to act. Some of the others are hesitant and afraid. If you make a move, they might be encouraged to cast aside their concerns."

"I understand," the young Celestial King nodded. He then strode forward, and his movement immediately drew everyone’s attention. The young Celestial King is going in? Many geniuses were surprised. Even Lin Xuan was taken aback.

If the young Celestial King is going in, it must mean the array isn’t as dangerous as it seems. It looks like I can go in too. Lin Xuan also prepared to act.

The young Celestial King entered the array and began to battle the Clear Lotuses. It wasn’t long before he retreated—he had failed.

Seeing this, the crowd burst into an uproar. They never expected that even the young Celestial King would fail.

It was at this exact moment that Lin Xuan strode forward.

That kid was actually making a move!

The entire crowd was stunned.