Chapter 154: Chapter 154: Greetings, Brother Langtian
Chapter 154: Greetings, Brother Langtian
"Such terrifying power..."
Within the vast coliseum, all eyes focused intently on the slender figure in green robes standing alone. Though dwarfed by the immense golden finger in comparison, the oppressive aura radiating from this lone figure was enough to make even the terrifying energy within the golden finger seem to tremble.
"Could this overwhelming pressure mean... Langtian has reached that level?"
The high-ranking elders of the Lin Clan gaped at the figure before them, eyes wide with awe and excitement. The half-step Nirvana stage—though not yet true Nirvana, even half a step into it was a massive leap, a transformative milestone.
"Our Lin Clan is destined to flourish..." whispered one elder.
The prestigious guests who had gathered to witness this spectacle were equally shocked. Some among them, experienced fighters, were left dry-mouthed, struck by the realization that the Lin Clan had produced a genius who had reached the half-step Nirvana stage. The news of this achievement would spread like wildfire across the Great Yan Empire, and with Langtian's talent, his likely success in joining a top sect would bring enormous rewards to the Lin Clan. It was clear that the clan was on the brink of great prosperity.
"Half-step Nirvana..."
In the sky above, Lin Dong's face was filled with shock as he watched his devastating "Desolate Sky Imprisoning Finger" get crushed by a single hand. He knew this technique was no ordinary martial skill, and combined with the Devouring Ancestral Symbol, it held power that even warriors at the peak of the Creation stage dared not underestimate. But Langtian had effortlessly shattered it with a single hand, leaving Lin Dong utterly shaken.
However, Lin Dong was not one to wallow in defeat. Soon after the initial shock, he regained his composure and a thoughtful, serious expression took over his face. Realizing Langtian's level, he knew this battle was lost.
"If Langtian had still been at the peak of the Creation stage, I'd be able to contend with him. But I never expected his talent to be so monstrous; he's managed to break through to the half-step Nirvana stage—a realm that most warriors at the peak of Creation can only dream of. That's an entirely different level."
Quietly, Lin Dong withdrew his hands, giving a small sigh as he looked up at Langtian with a complicated expression and said, "I've lost."
Despite his straightforward admission of defeat, Lin Dong's face bore no resentment. Instead, he felt an odd sense of kinship. In that moment, he could understand the pressure and despair his father must have felt when faced with Langtian's immense power. Unlike his father, though, this setback filled Lin Dong with an even stronger determination.
"That final attack of yours was indeed formidable, Lin Dong," Langtian praised with a smile. "Had I not made a recent breakthrough, it would have required a lot more effort to withstand."
Langtian spoke genuinely, knowing that if he had not reached the half-step Nirvana stage, defeating Lin Dong would not have been so easy. He was mindful that the advantage he held in age and experience would eventually fade, and one wrong move could mean Lin Dong might surpass him sooner than expected.
"Your compliments are generous, Brother Langtian," Lin Dong replied, nodding. "Reaching half-step Nirvana is no small feat; I have no complaints about losing today."
This battle had finally released him from the resentment that had weighed on him for ten years. The grudge he had held against Langtian was gone, and he now viewed him with respect and admiration. Seeing this shift, Langtian gave a small smile.
"After today, let the past be buried, and call me as the others do, without titles," Langtian suggested, gesturing lightly. "We're family, after all."
Lin Dong paused at Langtian's words, his face shifting as he took them in. Thinking of his old grievances, he exhaled deeply, then bowed to Langtian with newfound respect.
"Greetings, Brother Langtian."
The young warriors of the Lin Clan respected Langtian as their leader and elder brother, not due to his age but due to his strength. And now, without the cloud of resentment between them, Lin Dong willingly offered him the title.
Langtian's lips lifted into a smile as he replied, "Though we hail from different branches, we are family. Together, Lin Dong, let's explore and support each other as we face the challenges of the continent."
Lin Dong nodded, a slight smile appearing on his face. "If you're willing, Brother Langtian, I'll gladly follow. After all the help you've given me, you only need to call upon me if ever you need anything."
Langtian stepped forward, placing a friendly hand on Lin Dong's shoulder. "No need for formality, Lin Dong. We're brothers."
As the two young men exchanged words, the crowd, who had witnessed the tense battle moments earlier, looked on with surprise at the ease between them. Just moments ago, the tension was so thick you could feel it, but now, they appeared to be brothers in arms.
"Heaven has blessed us! Two prodigies, together, for the future of the Lin Clan…" an elderly voice murmured from within the stands. A powerful presence could be felt across the arena.
"Whoosh!"
An elder figure in brilliant green robes appeared before Langtian and Lin Dong as if stepping from thin air.
"So, you're Lin Dong? Remarkable indeed... And you, Langtian—I hadn't realized you had reached such heights," he murmured in awe as he studied them both.
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