The Imperial Martial Pill Venerable

In an instant, Qin Ya became the target of universal condemnation!

Nearly a hundred Elders from the Four Great Noble Families were all denouncing Qin Ya!

Meanwhile, Mo Bokong’s expression had turned utterly grim. Qin Ya was the Deputy City Lord he had personally appointed, and this move was, without a doubt, a challenge to his authority!

’What are they trying to do? Stage a collective rebellion?’

An icy glint flickered in Mo Bokong’s eyes. A powerful pressure suddenly erupted from him, bearing down on everyone, as he said in a cold voice, "Are you questioning my decision?"

Engulfed by this pressure, all the Elders except the Masters of the Four Great Noble Families felt their hearts tremble and their faces turn pale. Yet, their attitudes remained unchanged.

"Please, City Lord, retract your decision!"

Now, not only did Mo Bokong’s expression darken, but a sliver of killing intent also surfaced in Qin Ya’s eyes. ’These people really are pushing their luck.’

"That is impossible. My mind is made up!" Mo Bokong refused outright.

Seeing this, the Masters of the Four Great Noble Families sighed. Lann Sheng said, "If the City Lord insists on having his way, then we will say no more. We only hope you will think twice and consider the future of Qingkong Giant City."

He looked deeply aggrieved—a truly convincing performance.

Meanwhile, in the tournament grounds, the tens of thousands of prodigies from Qingkong Giant City, all with considerable Cultivation, could naturally sense the unfolding situation and couldn’t help but break into fervent discussion.

"So, that Qin Ya is the Deputy City Lord?"

"Yeah. I never thought he’d actually become the Deputy City Lord of our Qingkong Giant City. It’s unbelievable. I’ve never even seen the guy before."

"I heard that while he may be powerful, he’s arrogant, conceited, and looks down on everyone. He even injured the Crown Princes of both the Lann and Ziming Families."

"So vicious! With someone like him as the Deputy City Lord of Qingkong City, our future is bleak. I really don’t know what the City Lord was thinking."

Within the crowd, there were, of course, people planted by the Four Great Noble Families. Their inflammatory words fanned the flames of the crowd’s dissatisfaction and suspicion toward Mo Bokong and Qin Ya.

From his seat of High Rank, Mo Bokong’s face was as dark as water. He heard the discussions below perfectly clearly and understood in his heart, ’This Sword-Seizing Assembly is not so simple!’

Lann Sheng said with a smile, "City Lord, shall we begin?"

"Fine." Mo Bokong snorted coldly and sat to one side. A frigid killing intent flashed in the depths of his eyes. ’Four Great Noble Families, let’s see what you’ve got planned.’

"Let the duels begin!"

"When your name is called, ascend the stage to compete!"

"Ziming Fei versus Bei Haiyu! Li Tian versus..."

Soon, the Sword-Seizing Assembly was underway. One Martial Artist after another leaped onto the stages, unleashing their techniques in blazing battles, while the Noble Family Elders and others offered occasional commentary.

Qin Ya, however, found it all rather tasteless. His gaze fell upon the Elders of the Four Great Noble Families, the corner of his mouth quirking as a cold glint flashed across his face. ’The Noble Families’ abnormal behavior tells me something very interesting is going to happen today.’

"It’s him! The strongest of the Four Young Masters of Qingkong... Ruo Yukuang!"

"He’s as powerful as ever. Among the younger generation, only Ziming Fei could possibly stand a chance against him. Anyone else wouldn’t last a single move!"

"Exactly. A man like that is truly a dragon among men."

"It’s a pity, though. With Qin Ya showing up, all the spotlight has been stolen from him. Looking at him now, he doesn’t seem quite so impressive anymore."

"True. After all, we’re talking about someone who can withstand an Era-Defining King."

Standing on the stage, Ruo Yukuang’s handsome face was pale with anger. He had always been the most dazzling member of Qingkong City’s younger generation, but ever since Qin Ya’s arrival, everything had changed. The spotlight that had once been his was now completely gone.

Now, the only name on anyone’s lips was Qin Ya, Qin Ya, and nothing but Qin Ya!

And as for him, Ruo Yukuang? The former number one prodigy of Qingkong City was now seen as ’not that amazing after all!’ How could he possibly accept that?!

’Qin Ya, just you wait.’ At that moment, a young Martial Artist flew onto the stage for their duel. But Ruo Yukuang, infuriated by all the talk of Qin Ya, held nothing back, severely injuring his opponent in just a few moves.

Soon, the top ten of this so-called Sword-Seizing Assembly were decided.

Unsurprisingly, all of the Four Young Masters of Qingkong made the list. In first place was Ruo Yukuang; with this victory, he had now been the champion for three consecutive assemblies!

At this moment, Ruo Yukuang stepped forward. A cold glint flashed in his eyes as he shouted up to Qin Ya on his seat of High Rank, "They say Vice City Lord Qin’s combat power is exceptional, that you’re a peerless prodigy of this age. I, Ruo Yukuang, am unworthy, but I would like to request a lesson."

The moment he spoke, a massive uproar swept through the crowd!

He was challenging Qin Ya!

The champion of the Sword-Seizing Assembly actually wanted to challenge the recently famous Qin Ya!

"This is going to be good."

"Heh, I wonder who’s going to win."

"Sigh... I hate to admit it, but judging from his recent achievements, even though Ruo Yukuang is strong, he’s still not Qin Ya’s opponent."

"Hey, they haven’t fought yet. You never know."

Qin Ya froze for a second, finding this unexpected. He had never even met this Ruo Yukuang before; he was a complete stranger, yet he was suddenly being challenged.

The Elders of the Four Great Noble Families exchanged glances. The Master of the Ruo Family smiled faintly and said, "Please excuse us, everyone. This child, Yur Kuang, is good in every way, but he can be a bit rash. I’ll have him step down now."

Then, she turned to Ruo Yukuang and said, "Yur Kuang, Vice City Lord Qin’s status is incredibly distinguished, and his combat power is astounding. How could you possibly be his opponent? Stand down."

Hearing this, the resentment in Ruo Yukuang’s heart only intensified. "Patriarch," he said, "I have long admired the Deputy City Lord. Please, let me fight him."

The Yur Family Master said coldly, "Are you going to defy the Patriarch’s words? The Deputy City Lord has already said he disdains to fight you, so why do you insist on humiliating yourself?"

Her voice wasn’t loud, but every word carried clearly to the ears of the crowd.

"Wow, this Qin Ya is far too arrogant."

"It’s just a duel. Was it really necessary to humiliate the guy?"

"Exactly. With a character like that, how is he fit to be Deputy City Lord?"

Qin Ya’s expression turned cold. ’When did I ever say I wouldn’t deign to fight him? This Yur Family Master is quite the liar. Or rather, she simply has ill intentions!’

"Very well. Let’s do this."

Qin Ya’s figure flashed, and he appeared on the stage, standing with his hands behind his back. A look of disdain in his eyes, he said indifferently, "I’ll give you three moves. Go ahead."

"Arrogance!!"

Ruo Yukuang roared in fury. The aura of a King, infused with his True Intent, burst forth. A fine mist of raindrops filled the air, each droplet carrying immense power!

In an instant, they came crashing down like a torrential storm.

Yet Qin Ya neither dodged nor evaded. A mystical ripple emanated from his body, instantly coalescing into the four-colored Power of Nature, which flowed across his skin to form a barrier!

The raindrops pelted the barrier, creating faint ripples.

But not a single drop could penetrate the barrier’s defense. This downpour, powerful enough to claim the lives of most Kings, was nothing more than a light drizzle to Qin Ya!

"You have two moves left."