"Rest assured, Elder, this first place is definitely mine."
Bi Yao smiled and said, "I was the ceiling last year, and the ceiling this year is still me!"
"You little brat, you have quite the nerve. However, if you can truly take first place, you will be an elder of our North Sea Academy."
The Grand Elder stated directly, "This is also the Dean's rule."
Within the entire North Sea Academy, one could be granted an exception to become an elder if they reached the peak of the Grand Competition twice. This was a well-known fact.
"Don't worry."
Bi Yao spoke with conviction and then walked towards the barrier. She was curious to see Lu Fan's true strength, as she had never fought him before.
"Senior Sister Bi Yao, since this is the final round of the Grand Competition, I won't hold back."
Lu Fan clasped his hands and said, "I hope Senior Sister Bi Yao won't push herself too hard then."
"You've got a big mouth, kid."
Bi Yao sneered instantly. "This is the first time I've seen a disciple speak so arrogantly. Even though we are well-acquainted, your words are unacceptable. I must defeat you today."
Lu Fan gave an awkward smile but said no more. He was eager to test Bi Yao's strength.
Entering the barrier, Lu Fan immediately unleashed the Xuan Lei Jue. Lightning crackled around him, accompanied by occasional thunderous roars.
"Are you being too ruthless, kid? Using your ultimate move right from the start?" Bi Yao cursed, "This is not how you play."
Lu Fan chuckled awkwardly. "Senior Sister Bi Yao is no ordinary person. If I don't do this, how can I face you? After all, this battle is of great importance, and Senior Sister Bi Yao will surely give her all."
"You're quite clever!"
Bi Yao nodded slightly, then suddenly soared into the sky. A long sword materialized in her hand, radiating supreme spiritual energy as it struck directly at Lu Fan's heart.
"Such fierce swordsmanship! Why is Senior Sister Bi Yao so ruthless?"
Chu Ting frowned and said, "In this case, won't our sect leader be in danger?"
"Senior Sister Bi Yao has some acquaintance with Xiao Fan, so she won't hurt him," Long Yi shook his head, looking confident.
Hearing this, Chu Ting nodded slightly and didn't say much more, but she remained quite worried about the swordsmanship displayed by Long Yi.
Within the entire barrier, Lu Fan was constantly on the defensive. Bi Yao's swordsmanship was incredibly sharp, leaving Lu Fan unable to defend himself effectively. Only now did he understand why Bi Yao was considered the ceiling of the North Sea Academy.
When he had met Bi Yao before, he hadn't witnessed her true strength. Seeing it now, he was caught somewhat off guard.
"Sword Dance of the Nine Heavens!"
At that very moment, Bi Yao unleashed her renowned ultimate skill. Countless sword shadows flashed across the sky, exuding an overwhelming aura. Within the barrier, the air was filled with sharp sword energy.
The spectators gasped, their concern for Lu Fan growing. Even the Grand Elder looked worried. He had never expected Bi Yao to unleash the Sword Dance of the Nine Heavens so directly.
The killing power of the Sword Dance of the Nine Heavens was immense. Even he would have to be extremely cautious if he were to intercept it, lest he perish from its attack.
"Such powerful sword energy, will Lu kid be alright?" the Third Elder voiced his concern, looking towards the Dean.
"Lu kid is not simple either, so he won't be harmed."
The Dean's expression was indifferent. "Bi Yao has a good relationship with that kid, and she wouldn't harm him. The reason she's using the Sword Dance of the Nine Heavens is because she doesn't dare to be careless. She must have already experienced the kid's prowess!"
As they conversed, Lu Fan's face turned ashen. He hadn't expected Bi Yao to show no mercy and unleash her ultimate skill. In this situation, he was at a disadvantage, and such formidable sword energy was not something he could easily withstand.
"Xuan Lei Jue!"
Lu Fan shouted, "Xuan Lei灌顶, aid my body!"
At that precise moment, dark clouds gathered overhead, and lightning and thunder filled the entire Cloud Peak, creating a terrifying spectacle, as if the end of the world had arrived.
The disciples present, and even the elders, began to panic, unsure of what was happening. They all looked towards Lu Fan, astonished by his ability to command the power of heaven and earth. Such immense strength was truly awe-inspiring.
As the lightning energy continuously surged into his body, Lu Fan transformed, appearing like a thunder god. Powerful lightning energy protected him, and even the approaching sword energy could not penetrate his lightning barrier.
"What a powerful technique!"
Bi Yao exclaimed, "Such a formidable technique is indeed rare. You have truly broadened my horizons. Since that's the case, I will unleash the Sword Dance of the Nine Heavens to its fullest!"
As soon as Bi Yao finished speaking, she swung her sword again. Lu Fan, meanwhile, condensed his lightning power, and a colossal palm appeared behind him, crackling with electricity, looking exceptionally terrifying.
"Sword Dance of the Nine Heavens!"
"Xuan Lei Divine Palm!"
With two great shouts, a violent collision ensued. The entire barrier instantly dissolved into nothingness, and the powerful shockwaves swept outwards. Seeing the dire situation, many disciples rapidly retreated, their eyes filled with terror. They had never experienced such an imposing aura before.
Boom, boom, boom...
Explosions continued to erupt, and the entire Cloud Peak trembled. The elders, witnessing the escalating situation, quickly retreated. Such an event had never occurred within the academy before; the battle between two disciples could cause such a commotion.
Seeing the gravity of the situation, the Dean stepped forward with a surge of violent power, instantly repelling both Lu Fan and Bi Yao. Simultaneously, an absolute aura swept across the entire Cloud Peak.
"The competition ends here today. Quickly retract your spiritual energy!"
Following the Dean's command, Bi Yao and Lu Fan hastily withdrew their spiritual energy. The Cloud Peak finally returned to calm. However, they could clearly see that both Bi Yao and Lu Fan had slight traces of blood at the corners of their mouths, indicating they had both suffered impacts of varying degrees from the collision.
"Dean, who won this match?"
The Grand Elder looked perplexed, unsure of how to proceed. After all, both Bi Yao and Lu Fan were exceptionally powerful individuals, and even he didn't know the outcome before the battle concluded.
"It's a tie for first place!" the Dean declared. "Their strength is too immense. If they continued fighting like this, the entire North Sea Academy might be demolished!"
After the old Dean finished speaking, he turned and left. Numerous disciples appeared nearby, their faces filled with reverence. The terrifying aura from moments ago, which the old Dean had single-handedly entered and resolved, was enough to demonstrate his extraordinary power.