Chapter 0008: Reclaiming Dignity

Chapter 0008: Reclaiming Dignity

Everyone quickly stepped back, clearing a spacious area for their battle.

The Empress and the old ministers did not stop them; they had great confidence in Qin Tianyi.

Qin Tianyi possessed the Four Spirit Meridians and had ample cultivation resources over the years, making him far superior to Qin Yun in every aspect.

"Fourth Prince, you will definitely win!" The speaker was a middle-aged man in black armor, General Yuan, who was also Yuan Yanying's father, with Yanying standing beside him.

"Tianyi, after you defeat him, I'll reward you with twenty Spirit Essence Pills!" The Empress's cold eyes flashed with a ruthless glint, hinting that Qin Tianyi should do whatever it takes to cripple Qin Yun.

The old ministers seemed to see Qin Yun's miserable defeat, all wearing smug smiles.

Qin Tianyi started earlier than Qin Yun, had the support of the Empress and the old ministers, and had abundant cultivation resources, making his foundation stronger. That was why everyone had such confidence in him!

"I will oversee this match! Since it is a fight, casualties are inevitable, so no one can complain afterward!" Yang Shiyue did not stop them either; this was an opportunity to assess Qin Yun's foundation.

Seeing both Qin Yun and Qin Tianyi ready, she softly called out, "Begin!"

As soon as she spoke, Qin Tianyi launched his attack first, his steps steady and swift, rushing toward Qin Yun like the wind.

His youthful display impressed many elders, who nodded in approval.

Qin Yun's eagle-like eyes fixed on the approaching Qin Tianyi while secretly accumulating his inner energy, preparing for the Qi Burst Technique!

"Indeed, he is the son of the Empress, showing such a solid foundation at a young age."

"His breathing is even, his steps steady, and he is calm and composed. He will surely achieve greatness."

"It seems that Prince Tianyi was indeed unfairly ambushed by Qin Yun before."

Seeing Qin Tianyi's movements, the crowd began to praise him.

"Qin Yun has been neglected for five years since being crippled and lacks support. His recent breakthrough through the use of pills is temporary and won't help much. He is bound to lose."

"Father, Brother Tianyi is truly amazing, much stronger than me," Yuan Yanying said with a light laugh, her eyes filled with admiration.

"Of course, my judgment has always been excellent. You marrying him is a sure thing!" General Yuan laughed heartily. "That Qin Yun won't live through today."

Qin Yun heard General Yuan's words and felt a surge of anger. Yanying had once been cured by the Grand Tutor, but he had forgotten that kindness in his eagerness to please the Empress!

Hearing the crowd's praise, Qin Tianyi became elated. Seeing Qin Yun standing still, exposing numerous weaknesses, he grew even more disdainful.

Meanwhile, Qin Yun's accumulated inner energy surged into his arms. At the Fourth Level of the Martial Body Realm, his inner energy was stronger and more robust, causing his fists to tremble slightly from the immense power.

Thud, thud, thud!

Qin Tianyi approached with steady steps, suddenly increasing his speed as he neared Qin Yun, leaping almost instantly in front of him!

Whoosh!

Qin Tianyi's inner energy surged from his fist, creating a "whooshing" sound as it lunged toward Qin Yun's face.

This fluid attack drew more praise from the crowd, while Qin Yun, seemingly frozen in fear, appeared weaker by comparison.

Bang!

Qin Yun's face received a heavy blow, his head jerking to the side, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth!

He made no attempt to dodge, taking Qin Tianyi's powerful punch directly on his face!

"Prince Tianyi's speed is too fast; Qin Yun couldn't react in time. He's really weak!" someone exclaimed.

Qin Tianyi, having landed his hit, secretly gloated, looking at Yanying with a proud smile...

At that moment, Qin Yun's body shook, his bones crackling. The long-accumulated inner energy surged into his fists, generating a powerful burst of force!

By the time Qin Tianyi realized what was happening, it was too late!

Qin Yun's punch struck like thunder, his inner energy like a raging wind, slamming into Qin Tianyi's abdomen with a loud "boom" that echoed across the sky!

Qin Tianyi let out a cry of agony, spitting blood and clutching his abdomen as he fell to his knees!

Immediately after, Qin Yun's leg flew up, the wind whistling as if tearing through the air, striking Qin Tianyi's chin!

"Ahh!" Qin Tianyi screamed in pain, falling to the ground unconscious.

Qin Yun... had actually won!

Those who had praised Qin Tianyi were now stunned, unable to believe what had just happened!

No one expected that Qin Yun would take a punch to distract Qin Tianyi and then seize the opportunity to launch a thunderous counterattack!

After landing a punch on Qin Yun, Qin Tianyi was indeed very pleased, believing Qin Yun would be unable to retaliate. But not only did Qin Yun retaliate, his strength was astonishing!

Silence fell around them. The young scions of noble families, seeing the incapacitated Qin Tianyi on the ground, were all trembling with shock. They were also at the Fourth Level of the Martial Body Realm, but none of them possessed such terrifying strength!

Several old ministers rushed over to check on Qin Tianyi's injuries, their faces turning ashen.

"His inner essence is scattered, and his spirit meridians are severely damaged!" one old minister glared at Qin Yun angrily.

"What a relief!" Despite the blood at the corner of his mouth, Qin Yun laughed loudly.

The son of the Emperor and Empress, with such a noble status, had been crippled! And by Qin Yun, which was inconceivable!

Yuan Yanying stood there, her beautiful eyes wide open, her body trembling. She had just seen Qin Tianyi being praised and considered a sure winner, yet now he lay crippled!

She looked at Qin Yun, her expression complex, biting her lip. The person she had once looked down upon had become so strong!

Yang Shiyue's eyebrows furrowed tightly; Qin Yun's strength had left her astonished. At this moment, she decided to take him as her student.

"Qin Yun... how ruthless you are. This was just a friendly match, yet you went so far as to deliberately injure the promising prince. Capture this wicked disciple at once!" The Empress was furious, her icy voice trembling with rage.

"He called me worthless over and over but lost to me. If he can't even beat me, what future does he have? I spared his life, and you shouldn't bear a grudge!" Qin Yun countered the Empress with Qin Tianyi's own words.

"Qin Yun, die!"

A red-robed old minister behind the Empress suddenly roared, unleashing a surge of potent inner energy that formed a wave rushing toward Qin Yun!

Bang!

The wave struck Qin Yun, sending him staggering back several steps as he spat out a mouthful of blood.

The red-robed old minister took a few strides forward, arriving in front of Qin Yun, raising his palm to strike. However, Yang Shiyue suddenly appeared, standing protectively before Qin Yun!

"He is my student. If you want to kill him, you'll have to go through me!" Yang Shiyue's voice was cold and menacing as she released an invisible wave of inner energy to block the old minister's descending palm.

Yang Shiyue and the red-robed old minister were now locked in a battle of inner energy from a distance!

After being injured by the burst of inner energy, Qin Yun frantically activated his Qi Burst Technique, accumulating inner energy. He was ready to counterattack!