Chapter 817
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Chapter 817: Flame Scale’s Beastly Transformation!
“How can Flame Scale possess such overwhelming strength? This is unbelievable!”
Seeing the scene unfold, countless formidable figures were stunned.
“Let’s finish this!”
With a low roar, a dazzling brilliance erupted, and a wild surge of energy gathered as Lin Fan’s figure mysteriously closed the distance.
Centred around Lin Fan, a violent force spiralled upward, roaring and twisting like a cyclone. The oppressive energy descended from above, releasing waves of power like crashing tides. A fist imprint landed directly on Flame Scale’s chest.
Boom!
A devastating force exploded outward, colliding with Yuan Qi. A surge of energy silently erupted within Flame Scale’s chest, rapidly spreading in every direction and unleashing an unmatched, terrifying might.
Whoosh…
The air filled with a tidal wave of violent energy and radiant light, completely engulfing Flame Scale. The dispersed force carried a piercing sound of wind breaking, resonating with sharp, crashing noises.
Countless onlookers were shaken; this attack was unbelievably powerful.
“For Flame Scale to have come this far was no small feat. But in the end, he has still been defeated!”
Some observers sighed in regret. Flame Scale, half-human and half-demon, with a partially beastly form, had already accomplished something extraordinary by reaching this stage.
Even Su Yi appeared regretful. Flame Scale seemed to rely solely on brute force, favouring raw power but lacking flexibility. His inexperience had given Lin Fan a critical opening.
A horrifying energy wave rippled outward, sweeping past the golden boulder and continuing to expand before gradually dissipating.
“Ahhh!”
Just as everyone believed Flame Scale had been defeated, a thunderous roar akin to a dragon’s cry erupted from the fading energy storm.
A strange crimson light shot into the sky, tearing through the clouds with an ominous glow, exuding a feral, menacing aura.
In the blazing black-and-red radiance, a towering figure emerged, over two meters tall and cloaked in dark scales. Among the scales, fiery bursts of red light flared intermittently.
Flame Scale’s face was now completely concealed by those black scales, as though he had fully transformed into a beast. Only his glowing red eyes, resembling twin suns, could be seen. His arms, now resembling stone pillars, had scales twisting grotesquely, forming dragon-like claws that radiated a threatening red glow.
“This is bad!”
The elder experts of Qingxu Gate, who had thought the battle’s conclusion was clear, instantly paled, exclaiming in disbelief at this sudden development.
“Roar!”
A ferocious roar burst from Flame Scale’s mouth, shaking the air. With a fierce glint in his eyes, he launched his claws at Lin Fan’s shoulder.
The massive claw, like that of a dragon, instantly gripped Lin Fan’s shoulder, causing blood to spurt and bones to crack.
The abrupt reversal caught Lin Fan entirely off guard. His face paled, and his expression revealed shock and dread.
“This isn’t good!”
Lin Fan’s heart raced with fear. His complexion turned ashen as he desperately summoned his inner energy. A unique power emerged from within him, shielding his shoulder. Struggling, he managed to pry away the dragon-like claws and staggered backward.
Whoosh!
Though Lin Fan moved swiftly, Flame Scale’s second attack followed—a sweeping claw strike that unleashed an oppressive force. It struck the ground and caught Lin Fan’s leg.
The claw clamped tightly around Lin Fan’s ankle, lifting him high into the air before smashing him forcefully to the ground.
Boom!
Flame Scale’s brutality was evident as Lin Fan, looking utterly shocked, was flung to the ground like a helpless fish out of water.
Bang! Bang!
The golden boulder trembled under the impact, reverberating with the sound of breaking bones. Blood sprayed from Lin Fan’s mouth, soaking his robes. Deep, bone-exposing wounds marred his shoulders. His face turned deathly pale, and he struggled to even stand.
The audience froze, their gazes locked on the scene. A chilling sensation washed over them.
Even the senior elders of Qingxu Gate seemed to feel their hearts bleed.
Shao Sijun and Han Liuyun, both of whom had secured victories earlier, were known for their immense strength. But witnessing this, they couldn’t suppress the shiver running down their spines.
Thunk, thunk…
Flame Scale’s massive form swayed as he stepped back. The crimson light dissipated, and his aura became notably weaker.
However, it was evident that Lin Fan could no longer continue the fight. Flame Scale had emerged victorious.
A tense silence enveloped the area, particularly among the young men and women who had been cheering for Lin Fan moments earlier. Their expressions froze in disbelief.
Lin Fan tried multiple times to rise but lacked the strength. He had been thoroughly defeated.
Buzz!
The sound of bells echoed melodiously across the vast emptiness.
“Congratulations to the representatives from Sacred Mountain, Nanan Ruyu; Qiantian Sect, Li Qingwei; Divine Sword School, Mu Yao; Beast Emperor Sect, Shao Sijun; Yutian Palace, Han Liuyun; Overlord Sect, Yi Su; as well as Xu Chen and Flame Scale. A total of eight have advanced to the next round!”
Ouyang Yuanfeng’s expression was sour, but he stepped forward and floated midair, his voice reverberating powerfully across the thousand peaks.
Boom!
As his announcement ended, the previously tense silence gave way to deafening cheers that echoed toward the heavens.
“Nanan Ruyu is unbeatable!”
“Xu Chen is so dashing—he must win!”
“Li Qingwei, our goddess!”
“Yi Su, dominate everything!”
“Mu Yao, soar to greatness!”
“Shao Sijun is unstoppable!”
“Han Liuyun, unrivalled!”
“Flame Scale, claim victory!”
In this moment of glory, the remaining eight competitors had undoubtedly earned the admiration of the masses. Cheers erupted from every corner, reverberating with passion and excitement.
In a world that reveres power above all, the eight remaining prodigies were paragons of talent and strength, standing above their peers and captivating thousands.
Nanan Ruyu, Shao Sijun, and Han Liuyun, in particular, were backed by prestigious backgrounds, their unparalleled abilities earning admiration even from older generations.
Li Qingwei and Mu Yao, the two women in the top eight, stood out like celestial beings. Their elegant figures and poise drew countless longing gazes, though their unattainable allure made them akin to stars in the night sky.
Xu Chen, with his stunning victory over Gong Qianxing and his striking looks, ignited fervent admiration, especially from female spectators. Even some middle-aged women in the crowd couldn’t help but swoon.
Even Flame Scale, despite his fearsome appearance, had earned respect with his
is sheer strength, commanding cheers from the crowd.