The urban area is bound by royal laws that prohibit malicious brawls, but legal duels are allowed.
Competing for the Tavern is akin to an alternative Arena, allowing martial artists to interact with one another. It serves as a form of practical training.
As the saying goes, "No fight, no acquaintance," many Young Prodigies have become close friends through competing for the Tavern.
It is said that the current Sovereign of the Divine Light Dynasty participated in this novel "practical training" when he was still a prince.
He then fell in love and had a tumultuous relationship with the queen. Every year, they would appear randomly at the Tavern to observe and casually show off their affection, which has continued for twenty years.
This has become a well-known tale.
It is often discussed among martial artists and commoners in the imperial capital.
However, there are also underlying rules to this practical training.
Someone like Lin Qiubai is simply too "arrogant."
"I guess those two are probably Out-of-State martial artists. They've been looking at the sky from the bottom of a well for too long, so they don't know how high the heavens are or how thick the earth is. Do they really think the imperial capital is their small territory where they can act recklessly?"
Under the Tavern, many martial artists were discussing Lin Qiubai and Yuan Chonghuan stepping out of line, expressing dissatisfaction and disdain.
"Hmph! The Thirty-Six Young Masters of the Imperial Capital have no weaklings among them. The sixth-ranked Wuzhi possesses unfathomable strength; these two will surely be embarrassed later!"
"Lin Brother, do you know that person's strength? Isn't it a bit reckless to charge in without knowing?"
Yuan Chonghuan, although a genius from Zhenzhou who emerged from the Wuxia Gorge, understood well that the prestige of suppressing Wuxia Prefecture was not particularly high.
After all, Wuxia Prefecture had not produced a top hundred contender in the Thirty-Three States' Hidden Dragon Rankings for thirty years!
In contrast, among the younger generation in the imperial capital, there were over twenty such contenders!
This meant that more than twenty individuals could easily suppress Wuxia Prefecture.
"What are you afraid of? I'll take you to show off and soar..."
Just as Lin Qiubai was about to make a grand display, a powerful Creation Realm expert suddenly shouted loudly from the Tavern, interrupting him.
"Today, there are only thirty breaths left for challenges at the Tavern. After thirty breaths, all challenges will be prohibited, and we will discuss martial arts again tomorrow. Please make the most of your time."
Well, there are indeed many rules, Lin Qiubai thought to himself.
However, it was precisely these rules that allowed everything to operate in an orderly manner.
Otherwise, if a group of martial artists came to provoke others at the Tavern in the middle of the night, none of the talented individuals would be able to sleep or focus on their cultivation.
So what would be the point of staying at this Tavern?
Thus, this rule was still reasonable and justifiable.
Hearing the declaration from the strong warriors of the Creation Realm, the martial artists below switched to a mocking mode.
"These two can't be doing this on purpose, right?! Timing their challenge just right to gain attention while avoiding a beating that would leave them unrecognizable. Impressive, I must admit, this tactic is clever."
"Hahaha, indeed, talented individuals emerge one after another. But what's the use of such petty tricks? A weakling is still a weakling, and we do not take pride in them!"
"Exactly. But in Lin Qiubai's view, alchemy is ultimately a sideline, and without enough strength, he would still be at the mercy of others. It's just embarrassing."
"I bet these two will be thrown down within ten seconds."
Hearing these sarcastic remarks, Lin Qiubai couldn't help but chuckle.
He immediately increased his speed and rushed into the Teahouse like a falling white feather, landing gracefully in front of the corridor.
The Spear Intent was like snowflakes falling from the sky, overwhelming and aggressive, causing Wuzhi to frown slightly. The tea cup in his hand was crushed, and white powder fell from his fingertips.
"Not bad. Having such a warrior from Out-of-State isn't too shabby."
Wuzhi completely disregarded Lin Qiubai, offering a casual compliment with an air of arrogance.
He cradled warm tea in his palm, golden energy forming a new tea cup that kept the tea calm and undisturbed.
Wuzhi gently set down the tea cup, and a cup of green water floated with an invigorating aroma of tea.
"Really? Just go home and drink slowly!"
Lin Qiubai pouted and vanished into the wind in an instant.
"What the hell! That speed is incredible!"
The martial artists below were dumbfounded.
"What's so surprising? Wuzhi is even faster. If you can't handle this level of skill, it's truly laughable."
However, just as this martial artist finished his lengthy analysis, Lin Qiubai's million-pound punch landed squarely on Wuzhi's chest.
Wuzhi, who had just entered his show-off mode, despite having a solid aura protecting him, stood no chance against Lin Qiubai.
He was instantly sent flying.
Wuzhi's face was filled with disbelief; after all, he was the Sixth Young Master among the Thirty-Six Young Masters of the Imperial Capital!
In the future, he was expected to rank within the top thirty on the Dragon Ranking of the Thirty-Three States!
How could he possibly be knocked away by a single punch?! How could this happen?!
However, things are just that cruel.
Wuzhi's cultivation is only at the first level of the Yuan Dan Realm. Even if he is an extraordinary genius with combat power comparable to the mid-level of the Yuan Dan Realm, he is still no match for Lin Qiubai.
It should be noted that when Lin Qiubai killed Qin Yuan six months ago, it was with a single strike. A warrior at the Third Layer of the Yuan Dan Realm was taken down in one blow!
Although Qin Yuan did not even reach the Zen Dan Realm and had not comprehended the Realm, greatly diminishing his combat power.
But at that time, Lin Qiubai was only at the Origin Realm.
Now…
Lin Qiubai's combat power easily crushes extraordinary talents at the mid-level of the Yuan Dan Realm.
As for extraordinary talents at the first level of the Yuan Dan Realm…
Heh, unless that person is as abnormal as Lin Qiubai, they would still be taken down in one strike.
If he were to reveal his trump cards like Yao Wuzhu and Heavenly Demon Three Kneels…
Lin Qiubai could confidently say: below the Creation Realm, there is no one he cannot kill.
With this thought in mind, Lin Qiubai felt like a formidable senior.
Thus, he did not strike too harshly; instead, he transformed into a fleeting shadow and kicked out, striking Wuzhi in the chest like a horse trampling a flying swallow.
He swiftly returned to the table like a flash of lightning.
Anran sat down.
All of this happened in the blink of an eye, as Lin Qiubai controlled the rhythm with exquisite precision. He played a hand that was elegantly restrained, showcasing the demeanor of a seasoned expert.
Wuzhi's face turned red, filled with frustration. This proud Young Prodigy, who looked down on the capital, could even hold his own against Qian Renxue; how could he be defeated in one move?
And without any ability to resist!
Wuzhi felt like crying without tears, his figure shooting out like a kite with a broken string...
The mocking jeers from tens of thousands of young martial artists abruptly ceased! It was as if someone had choked them by the throat.
Those who had just said that Lin Qiubai would be thrown down in less than ten breaths felt a burning shame on their faces.
This slap in the face was too harsh!
In just ten breaths, Lin Qiubai had not been thrown down; instead, Wuzhi collapsed like a landslide.
It was unbearable to watch.
The sound of slapping echoed loudly.
Tens of thousands of Young Martial Artists fell silent, and one could hear a pin drop.
The Holy Dragon Guard, watching from the side, caught Wuzhi and stared in astonishment at Lin Qiubai.
He was surprised by Lin Qiubai's strength, but even more astonished by... Lin Qiubai's nonchalant attitude.
This was the Sixth Young Master of The Thirty-Six Young Masters of the Imperial Capital. Not only did you defeat him, but you also acted as if you were his senior, not bothering to stoop to his level.
Could this be any more outrageous?
The Holy Dragon Guard was left speechless.
It was the first time he had encountered such an extraordinary talent who was so audacious.
Tomorrow, it was likely that all of The Thirty-Six Young Masters of the Imperial Capital would come here to witness this. The Bailu Mountain Restaurant would surely be bustling with activity.
With a cultivation level of the third stage of Creation Realm, the Holy Dragon Guard flicked out a piece of gold paper.
"Young friend, with your exceptional talent, this is an invitation to the adventure event at Bailu Mountain Restaurant. Please take a look.
This event is a collaboration launched by the three major merchant associations of the imperial capital, covering thirty-six taverns. You will find it very, very interesting."
He wore a confident expression and gestured for Lin Qiubai to read the gold paper.
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