Unrivaled Martial Emperor

Chapter 427 - The Day of the Duel Arrives

Feng Tianxia’s proclamation shook up the entire sect.

Everyone heard him clearly—he had challenged Chen Fan to a life-and-death battle!

Who was Feng Tianxia?

He was a seasoned holy disciple and the leader of the Tianxia Society.

With formidable cultivation and a ranking among the top ten holy disciples, he was a well-known figure across the entire Great Chu Empire.

On the other hand, Chen Fan was a newbie holy disciple, and his fame was comparable to Feng Tianxia’s in the sect. He had confronted Duan Jingtian on multiple occasions and slayed three great experts of the Heaven’s Alliance during the martial arts competition.

So, everyone was shocked to see one giant challenging another to a life-and-death battle. Such an event was rarely seen throughout the history of the Spring Autumn Sect.

The entire inner sect erupted into discussion almost instantly.

“Heavens, what is going on here? Feng Tianxia challenged Chen Fan?!”

"I was wondering why I haven’t seen Song Yang and the others around. So, they were taken out by Chen Fan. He's truly audacious!"

“Feng Tianxia is using this as an excuse to challenge Chen Fan. Will Chen Fan accept?"

“......”

Chen Fan held onto Feng Tianxia’s letter of challenge, a stern light flashing across his eyes.

He had just been informed that Feng Tianxia had gone to Black Wind Cliff to meet Duan Jingtian and would likely take action against him. And those words of warning came true the very next moment.

“Very well!” Chen Fan wouldn't cower in fear or dodge the challenge. A fierce aura emanated from him, matching Feng Tianxia's aura from a distance, as he declared loudly, “Fine. Since you wish to seek death, I’ll grant you your wish. Our life-and-death battle will take place in ten days. Let's see who dares to underestimate me after I've cut you down!"

His voice echoed in all directions, audible to everyone.

Chen Fan had agreed to the battle!

The entire inner sect buzzed with excitement, as everyone talked about the fight.

“Cut down Feng Tianxia? What arrogance! And all that just to establish dominance. Does he not know his opponent is in the fourth level?”

“Hehe, don’t look down on Chen Fan. Use your brain. How many of those who challenged and looked down on him have lived to tell the tale? Lin Qi, Liu Wuxiang, and Yuan Kun—all dead!”

“True, but I sense Feng Tianxia must be very confident to issue such a challenge. I heard rumors that he visited the Black Wind Cliff a month ago. Did he obtain some treasures from Senior Brother Duan Jingtian and is now at the fifth level?”

“That's a possibility.”

“We’ll know the results in ten days.”

“I’m really looking forward to it...”

“......”

Many prayed for the next ten days to go by in a flash, all so that they could see the fight quicker.

“Hmph, what big talk from you. I will take your head in ten days!” Feng Tianxia's icy retort echoed through space, unwavering in his resolve.

Chen Fan did not respond any further. Engaging in a war of words was completely useless. His strength would do the talking in ten days.

Yue Zhongtian said, “I didn’t expect Feng Tianxia to challenge you so soon. He has likely advanced to the fifth level, which is why he made a move so quickly.”

Lei Wushuang added, “That’s right. He has been stuck at the fourth level for a while now. Since he dared to challenge you, I’m sure he has advanced to the next level. Perhaps he and Duan Jingtian have come to an arrangement.”

“It doesn’t matter. We’ll find out the truth in ten days.” Chen Fan waved his hand, his tone indifferent.

He was already at the fourth level, so let alone those at the fifth level, he could even fight experts at the sixth level. Therefore, he wasn’t too worried.

Yue Zhongtian and Lei Wushuang exchanged glances, doubt flashing in their eyes as they failed to understand where his confidence stemmed from.

There was a ninety percent chance that Feng Tianxia was at the fifth level and had a hidden ace in the hole from Duan Jingtian. Even if Yue Zhongtian and Lei Wushuang teamed up, they might struggle against him, let alone someone at the third level like Chen Fan.

Since Chen Fan wasn’t showing off his true cultivation, they could only sense that he was at the third level. Yue Zhongtian and Lei Wushuang were not good enough to see through him.

“Looks like you have a plan in mind, Brother Chen Fan. Then we can rest our worries. We'll eagerly await the display of your divine prowess as you kill Feng Tianxia. You'll also be dealing another blow to Duan Jingtian's schemes, forcing him to taste defeat once more.”

“In that case, please take care.” Chen Fan bid farewell to his guests.

Yue Zhongtian and Lei Wushuang saw no reason to linger. Their objective of forging an alliance with Chen Fan against Duan Jingtian had been achieved.

“Alright, then we’ll take our leave.” Yue Zhongtian revealed a faint smile and left with Lei Wushuang.

After they left, Chen Fan sat down on the spot and pondered silently. He found their arrival to form an alliance unexpected.

However, he also knew they were merely using him. If Chen Fan failed to handle Duan Jingtian, they would likely yield to him. But that didn't bother him.

The enmity between him and Duan Jingtian was irreconcilable. Only one of them could survive.

......

The life-and-death battle between Chen Fan and Feng Tianxia set off wild waves in the sect.

Yet, Chen Fan paid little attention to it. Feng Tianxia had never been a true rival to him.

Revolving his cultivation technique, he continued to raise his strength. Another illusory primeval vessel transformed into an illusory golden core.

Now, with four illusory golden cores inside him, he could bring out four times his combat strength. If someone at the fifth level attacked him, they would spend their last moments regretting their recent action.

Chen Fan raised his head and looked at the bright moon in the sky. He exhaled a breath of turbid qi, his eyes flashing with brilliant light.

“The fight is tomorrow.”

Early in the morning, the red sun hung high up in the sky, with no clouds in sight. The Spring Autumn Sect was bathed in a layer of warm sunlight.

In the Spring Autumn Inner Sect, a burst of activity ensued as many hurried toward the Life and Death Hall, their excitement palpable.

A disciple, just back from a mission, saw the scene and felt befuddled. They grabbed someone nearby and inquired, “What’s happening? Why is everyone running to the Life and Death Hall?”

“Don't you know? Today is the day Chen Fan and Feng Tianxia fight in a battle to the death,” replied the disciple impatiently. The disciple was anxious not to miss a good vantage point for the fight; then again, such events were fun because of the gossip.

“Chen Fan and Feng Tianxia’s life-and-death battle... Heavens, what happened while I was out completing my mission?”