Chen Wang’s Strength

Chen Wang's Strength...

Chen Wang was a force to be reckoned with, and his strength sent shockwaves through the arena. In the blink of an eye, he dispatched three warriors in yellow robes, and his own battle attire shifted to match their color.

Qin Wentian couldn't help but mutter in awe, "Those three yellow-robed warriors are at the peak of the ninth level of cultivation, with their Mandates perfected. Facing them is truly terrifying." He observed the unfolding spectacle, realizing that each round introduced a new warrior, maintaining the same level of strength. The trio of Yellow-ranked warriors had an uncanny synergy, making their defeat far from easy.

As the fourth round began, a warrior donned in green battle robes ascended to the platform where Chen Wang stood. This fighter's cultivation was at the pinnacle of Yuanfu, and their spear skills surpassed even the previous yellow-ranked opponents. Chen Wang's Great Solar Universe Art blazed to life, radiating intense light. He also unleashed his second-level Mandate, but to his surprise, the green-robed warrior countered it skillfully. Clearly, the Mandate of the green ranks had already reached the second level of insight.

Nevertheless, Chen Wang emerged victorious.

The following rounds saw contenders jumping onto the platforms, engaging in battles with first-level red-ranked warriors. Those unable to pass the yellow-ranked stage were promptly eliminated. This meant that all participants needed to win at least three rounds to proceed.

The supremacy of Chen Wang left many contenders astounded and anxious.

By this point, Chen Wang had defeated two blue-ranked warriors, both of whom possessed second-level insights into their respective Mandates.

Now, Chen Wang faced off against three indigo-ranked warriors. All three were at the pinnacle of Yuanfu and had reached the second level of insight in their Mandates. Despite all wielding spears, their interpretations of the Mandate were unique, allowing them to complement each other seamlessly. Their combined attacks surpassed the sum of their individual strengths. Defeating them seemed like an insurmountable challenge.

"This battle platform must be an artifact left behind by the Ancient Emperor," mused Qin Wentian, captivated by the unfolding spectacle. Chen Wang's prowess exceeded his own. Evidently, all three of Chen Wang's Mandates had reached the second level.

But it was not surprising. Chen Wang had already been the second-strongest in the Heavenly Fate Ranking. In just three years, he had climbed from the initial stage of the ninth level to his current pinnacle of Yuanfu, attaining the second level of insight in his Mandates along the way. Chen Wang was a true genius, and although the Heavenly Dipper Realm marked a significant milestone for most, it was a mere stepping stone for him. He was one of those extraordinary beings who could transition to the Heavenly Dipper Realm at will.

Not only that, but the moment Chen Wang crossed into the Heavenly Dipper Realm, he became capable of taking on even the most ordinary Heavenly Dipper Sovereigns. This was the hallmark of a Heaven's Chosen, the distinction of being a core member of a transcendent power.

"Did we just witness that?" Spectators stood in stunned silence as Chen Wang vanquished the three indigo-ranked warriors. His battle attire shifted to a deep indigo hue, exuding an overwhelmingly imposing aura.

On the battlefield, a violet-ranked warrior materialized where Chen Wang stood. Its demeanor was intensely serious, and merely locking eyes with it sent shivers down the bravest souls.

"Chen Wang is beyond powerful."

"The first level of Martial Mandates divides into Initial, Advanced, Transformation, and Perfect Boundary. It's the foundation before advancing to the second level of insights. Similarly, the second level is categorized into these four Boundaries. Those three indigo-ranked warriors had second-level Mandates at the Initial Boundary. I wonder just how formidable this violet-ranked opponent will be."

Qin Wentian dissected Chen Wang and his adversaries. Dueling on the platform allowed him to gauge their combat prowess.

His own Mandates—Force, Dreams, and Demons—had all reached the Perfection Boundary of the first level. Moreover, his Mandate of Force had broken into the second level. At the Perfection Boundary of the first level, his Mandate of Force amplified his strength sixteenfold. But now, stepping into the second level allowed him to manipulate vibrational waves in the air. Force was omnipresent, enabling him to attack through space without direct contact. It was the power of the second-level insight he'd gained: Void Vibration.

Furthermore, since his second-level insight surpassed the first, his vibrational waves carried the sixteenfold strength enhancement from the first level insight, Strength.

All eyes were fixed on Chen Wang, eager to witness the full extent of his power.

Chen Wang didn't hold back; he unleashed his might right from the start. He harnessed the Great Solar Energy to engulf his entire body in sun flames, transforming into a blazing sphere akin to the sun itself.

Members of the Great Solar Chen Clan nodded in satisfaction, watching their prodigy with pride. In this state, Chen Wang could unleash the full potential of the Great Solar Universe Art, allowing the Great Solar Energy to circulate within him and enshroud his body.

"An opponent at the ninth level of Yuanfu?" The Chen Clan members chuckled coldly. Even leaving aside those at the ninth level, some rankers on the Heavenly Fate Rankings might hesitate to face Chen Wang in his current fiery state. If Chen Wang were to invite them to strike him freely, they wouldn't dare. The Great Solar Flames that cloaked him would incinerate anything that approached—a display of sheer, overwhelming power.

In the midst of a shocked crowd, Chen Wang defeated the violet-ranked warrior, and his battle robes adopted a violet hue.

"Chen Wang's Mandate of Flames has reached the second level—Flames Solidification. He's even surpassed the Initial Boundary, advancing to the Advanced Boundary. Who would dare challenge him now? Who could possibly rival him?"

This was the first time the public had witnessed Chen Wang's true might. Donning the highest-ranked battle robe, he was more than qualified to contend for the number one spot on the Heavenly Fate Rankings.

After Hua Taixu, Chen Wang was the mightiest in the Yuanfu Realm. With Hua Taixu having ascended to the Heavenly Dipper, who among the Yuanfu Realm could still challenge him?

Chen Wang continued his winning streak, triumphing over two manifested warriors at the violet-gold rank. Yet now, three platinum-ranked warriors stood before him, their auras incomprehensibly formidable, overshadowing even the illustrious Chen Wang.

Finally, Chen Wang's undefeated streak came to an end. But even in defeat, he had already achieved remarkable feats that left everyone in awe.

Chen Wang's battle robes radiated a regal violet-gold hue, a symbol of unparalleled supremacy. It seemed that no one else could aspire to surpass him. All that remained was to witness if Shi Potian could ascend to this echelon, manifesting his own violet-gold battle attire.

A surge of anticipation coursed through the veins of the other contenders. In this crucible of a test, those who couldn't demonstrate their ability to defeat stronger opponents were destined to falter. To advance, the battle robes they wore needed to at least bear the color of yellow.

Most contenders had already faced the test, and even the weakest among them possessed the combat prowess to engage foes at the pinnacle of Yuanfu, where their first-level insights had reached perfection. One could only imagine the formidable challenges that awaited the remaining competitors.

As Shi Potian stepped onto the battle platform, the crowd's hearts swelled with intense anticipation and excitement. Eventually, Shi Potian too was adorned in a violet-gold battle robe, signaling that he now stood shoulder to shoulder with Chen Wang.

Chen Wang and Shi Potian were in a league of their own, their strength vastly outstripping their Yuanfu peers.

Emperor Azure, Wang Jue, and others were eliminated from the platform after defeating the indigo-ranked warriors; they couldn't even contend with the violet-ranked opponents, let alone aspire to the violet-gold. Compared to Shi Potian and Chen Wang, they were a tier below in combat prowess.

It was worth noting that the violet-ranked warriors were already formidable beings who had grasped more than one Mandate at the second level. It wasn't surprising to fall before them. Of course, if they truly staked their lives and fought with all their might, victory might be possible. But then again, it might not.

However, the fact that their battle robes bore the indigo hue indicated that Emperor Azure and Wang Jue had also attained second-level Mandates. Without this achievement, it would have been impossible for them to defeat the indigo-ranked warriors.

"Is everyone starting to reveal their true capabilities now? This ranking battle is undoubtedly far more thrilling to watch than any before it," remarked one spectator with a grin.

The crowd's hearts quivered involuntarily. So, Emperor Azure and Wang Jue were monsters too, having grasped second-level Mandates while in Yuanfu.

Qin Wentian stood there, observing the battles of the other contenders. He couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and a mounting psychological pressure.

It seemed he had underestimated the challenge that determined the Heavenly Fate Rankings. Those ranked below the top ten Heaven's Chosen were a league beyond talents like Duan Qingshan. Duan Qingshan probably wouldn't last more than a few moments against them.

They were all Heaven's Chosen, yet the chasm between them was vast.

"The top three of the Heavenly Fate Rankings!" Qin Wentian drew a deep breath. This was an incredibly daunting challenge for him.

"How much hidden strength and trump cards does Zhan Chen still possess?" Qin Wentian pondered. Three years ago, Zhan Chen ranked #11 on the Heavenly Fate Rankings. Now that he possessed the Gold-Element Ascendant cultivation art, how much had his power grown? How formidable was he now?

Qin Wentian noticed that Zhan Chen deliberately allowed himself to be knocked off the platform after his battle robes turned yellow. Sinister golden light gleamed in his eyes; he didn't care what others thought of his actions.

"Zhan Chen is clearly hiding his true strength," speculated many in the crowd.

Most contenders were either eliminated or had only reached the yellow-ranked battle robes. After all, defeating opponents with second-level Mandates was no easy feat. This highlighted the stark difference between them and Chen Wang and Shi Potian, showcasing the difficulty of obtaining the coveted violet-gold battle robes.

The attention of the crowd shifted to the next contender, a figure cloaked in black, features obscured. Yet at present, the figure's black robes shimmered with an illusory blue battle robe.

"His cultivation is at the eighth level of Yuanfu, so his opponents are all at the same level. However, in the first three rounds, their Mandates were already perfected, and in the fourth round, the opponent's Mandate was at the second level. There's no difference in terms of Mandate mastery; the only distinction lies in their cultivation realms, reflecting the contender's current level."

"That black-robed enigma practices the Devil Arts, so his attacks are ruthlessly powerful. Even against opponents with second-level Mandates, he seems to have the upper hand."

To the crowd's astonishment, the black-robed figure appeared to grow stronger with each battle. This was the eerie allure of the Devil Arts, and his performance had even caught the attention of Old Man Tianji and the other leaders. The art he practiced was the Chaotic Art of the Heavenly Devil.

"How did he come across such a lost inheritance? And despite its inherent dangers, why does he dare to cultivate it? Isn't he afraid of succumbing to the devil?" whispered the intrigued onlookers.

Eventually, the black-robed figure donned illusory indigo battle robes. Alongside Chen Wang and Shi Potian, he was one of the most remarkable contenders.

"It looks like I've got a substantial advantage," chuckled Qin Wentian. With his seventh-level Yuanfu cultivation, his manifested opponents would also be at the pinnacle of the seventh level.

Qin Wentian's figure flickered as he stepped onto one of the battle platforms. As he landed, a burst of radiance engulfed the platform, revealing his opponent.

With a single punch. Annihilation.

Then, two more opponents manifested. Qin Wentian's silhouette darted forward, delivering two simultaneous punches. Annihilation.

In the third round, three punches. Annihilation.

"What incredible speed! This guy's a maniac!" The spectators finally took notice of Qin Wentian. He was the one who broke the drum echo record and defeated Duan Qingshan in the River of Life and Death test. Who could have guessed that his strength would be so overwhelmingly formidable? He could instantly obliterate opponents of the same level.

On the battle platform, a green-ranked warrior finally emerged.

"Second-level Mandate?" Qin Wentian smirked. His opponent was only at the seventh level of Yuanfu, so what if they could wield second-level Mandates?

Qin Wentian flickered, closing the distance instantly. With sheer force, he shattered the long spear in his opponent's grip. A terrifying ripple of vibrational waves surged forth, and before the eyes of the crowd, the green-ranked warrior disintegrated.

Qin Wentian's illusory robe instantly transformed into a brilliant shade of green!

"This…" The spectators were rigid with shock. With this level of power, the results were clear—Qin Wentian should have no problems turning the color of his battle robes indigo!