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When the crowd below was reeling with surprise, Xiao Lin received a system prompt which instantly lifted his mood.
"Of-course, Sign In"
[Congratulations Host for receiving a random Beast egg]
Xiao Lin who was expecting something to increase his strength couldn't help but frown.
Is it a random Beast egg?
In other words, this reward may or may not be useful to him.
Anyway if he wants, he can sell it for resources so it's not too bad.
It's just that at this point of time, he needs to increase his cultivation or combat.
Only then, can he carry on with his future plans.
"Congratulations! In a year or so, try to reach Dou Zhe but don't let your foundation suffer by hurrying into it."
As he was in deep thought, words of encouragement came from beside him. It was the supervising elder who spoke.
At other times, he was usually cold and aloof but now he thought of giving some advice to this new genius that appeared out of nowhere.
Anyway it's just some simple advice.
Xiao Lin came out of his thoughts and thanked him politely before going down.
He decided to check the system reward later.
The tests ended shortly after.
Those who failed, went to the Task building to be assigned.
In a few days, they will have to leave this place.
It was sad but this is reality.
On the other hand, those who passed, would have their resources doubled so they are naturally happy.
At the end, there was a competition arranged for the people who had successfully passed the test.
On one hand, it was to show the strength of the young bloods of the family which could be taken as a form of entertainment by the guests.
And on the other hand, it was an opportunity for those who were unwilling to admit defeat.
If anyone below the 7th stage who has failed could defeat a warrior at the 7th stage or above, he/she would immediately be allowed into the family.
It was a final chance for those who doesn't want their names erased from the family lineage and be assigned to some remote place, thus ending their cultivation journey.
But this is extremely risky.
There is a big difference between a warrior below the 7th stage and above it just like the difference between a 9th stage Dou Zhi Qi and a Dou Zhe.
Even ten 9th stage peak Dou Zhi Qi warriors wouldn't stand a chance against a Dou Zhe.
Although the difference is not that big for the 7th stage, it is still unrealistic to bridge the gap between these levels without absolute advantage in some factor like Dou techniques or higher reserve of douqi.
Xiao Lin and Xun'er watched all the matches as it would be too conspicuous to leave the field before the ceremony is complete.
They all ended pretty much as expected.
From his memories, Xiao Lin knew Xiao Yan would be challenged by Xiao Ning in this competition but what happened in reality was completely different.
Xiao Ning did challenge someone to a duel but it wasn't the protagonist Xiao Yan but the transparent Xiao Lin.
"Elder, I challenge Xiao Lin to a duel."
When this sentence was spoken, many people looked at Xiao Ning with confusion.
Xiao Lin is already a 9th stage Dou Zhi Qi but Xiao Ning is only at the 8th stage.
What gives him the confidence to issue this challenge?
Xiao Ning ignored all the stares and took his position on the stage. Then, he made a provoking gesture towards Xiao Lin in the distance.
A few years ago, when he was following this boy at night, he suddenly lost consciousness.
Later, he was stripped off of his clothes and hung upside down to a tree for the entire night. He hasn't forgotten this humiliation.
He is sure this incident must have something to do with Xiao Lin.
So, he decided to challenge him and defeat him in front of everyone to resolve the shadow in his heart.
In all these years, he has practiced diligently and is only a step away from the 9th stage. He is confident in defeating him.
Moreover....
Xiao Ning clenched one of his fists tightly and a small curve appeared on his lips.
Xiao Lin looked at Xiao Ning's confident demeanor and raised an eyebrow.
"Careful, he may have some trump-card." Xun'er who was observing everything, warned from the side in a serious voice.
Xiao Lin, however, wasn't worried, just amused.
The 9th stage is just a facade. With his strength, no matter what tricks Xiao Ning comes up with, it is useless.
"Don't worry, I will be back in a while." Xiao Lin casually comforted Xun'er and left.
He understood Xiao Ning's intention but he didn't mind putting an even bigger shadow in the latter's mind.
On the stage, the elder acted as a referee to ensure the participant's safety.
With a simple command, the fight begun.
Xiao Ning immediately dashed forward aiming a fist at Xiao Lin's chest. His speed was quite fast and his steps were firm.
He used a movement technique!
The audience below was shocked to see Xiao Ning execute a movement dou technique from the start.
You must know only warriors above 7th stage can bring out the power of Dou techniques but most of them are not efficient in using them.
It takes years to master a technique to a level where it can be used so effortlessly.
Xiao Ning could learn a Dou technique and even use it in combat. It really speaks a lot about his talent.
On the stage, as the fist closed in on Xiao Lin, the latter looked frozen. Some people below even shook their head thinking that he will be instantly defeated.
But it can be understood. Just having cultivation is not enough. In combat, you need to think fast and react appropriately which takes time and experience.
It is common for someone to freeze especially if it is their first fight.
Just as everyone thought that Xiao Lin would lose, he moved.
The supposedly strong fist missed its target by an inch and Xiao Lin's figure immediately appeared a few meters away.
Everyone was shocked.
The attack which was sure to land was dodged?!
"Your speed is good but to beat me, you have to be faster." Xiao Lin commented casually.
Xiao Ning didn't stop after failing once. He immediately steadied himself and launched another set of attacks.
He has mastered two dou techniques. One is the Rock Splitting palm and the other is the Snake step of the Xiao clan.
After practicing for two years, he is confident in going up against anyone below Dou Zhe, not to mention someone who has no access to the clan's techniques and resources.