BTTH: From Genius to Invincible

Chapter 269 - 269: The Unmatched Duo of the Inner Academy

Word Count: 2,092 Words

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The Dou Qi wings formed by the Ten Thousand Beast Flame spread out with a whooshing sound like a sea of fire that obscured the sky. The terrifying heat caused the elite experts from the Black-Corner Region to turn their heads in amazement.

"What a formidable flame!"

"His aura indicates he's just a Dou King? Why do I feel this kid is no weaker than a Dou Emperor!"

Han Feng's eyes narrowed slightly upon seeing Xiao Yan's Dou Qi wings emanating the roars of myriad beasts. He spoke in a deep voice, "A Heavenly Flame... You actually possess a Heavenly Flame!"

The Sea Heart Flame on Han Feng's body erupted as well, as if provoked. One side was a sea of blood-red flames, while the other was ocean blue. The two were like fire and water, diametrically opposed.

Undoubtedly, a flame that could remain so dominant in the presence of his Sea Heart Flame could only be another Heavenly Flame, a supreme natural treasure.

Xiao Yan looked at Han Feng and smiled faintly. "A flame as deep blue as the ocean, spreading slowly like clear seawater as it rises with gentle ripples resembling waves. If I'm not mistaken, yours is the Sea Heart Flame, ranked fifteenth on the Heavenly Flame Ranking, right?"

Han Feng looked at Xiao Yan with more regard upon hearing him accurately identify his Heavenly Flame. After all, not everyone had access to the Heavenly Flame Ranking. His own knowledge of it was taught by his Master, whom he had betrayed and killed.

Without a doubt, Xiao Yan must also have a knowledgeable Master.

"A flame that echoes with the galloping and roaring of ten thousand beasts. The tail flame takes on beast forms as it rises. If I'm not wrong, the Heavenly Flame you possess is the Ten Thousand Beast Flame, ranked twenty-second on the Heavenly Flame Ranking." Han Feng was not to be outdone. His reputation as a peak 6th-tier alchemist was well-earned. He recognized Xiao Yan's Ten Thousand Beast Flame at a glance.

In the sky, the standoff between Xiao Yan and Han Feng, both possessors of Heavenly Flames, naturally drew the attention of countless Inner Academy students and Black-Corner Region invaders in the distance.

Excitement appeared on everyone's faces. Although they didn't understand the Heavenly Flame Ranking or know whose flame was stronger, it seemed from the current situation that Xiao Yan had stepped forward to confront the strongest enemy, Han Feng, on behalf of the Inner Academy!

"Xiao Yan! Take him down!"

"What Medicine Emperor? You're the Medicine God!"

"Kill him! Protect Jia Nan Academy!"

For a time, quite a few people felt a sense of admiration for Xiao Yan and even shouted their support.

Having cultivated in the Inner Academy for so many years, many grassroots students had developed strong feelings for it, as this place had provided them with strength and resources.

Now that powerful enemies were invading, they naturally felt united in facing the external threat. However, due to their limited strength and other reasons, they could only watch helplessly as the battle began, powerless to intervene.

But now, the two top-ranked individuals on the Inner Academy's Strong Ranking had stepped forward. Xiao Yan had even fought and defeated a mysterious Dou Emperor not long ago. Many in the Inner Academy had unwavering faith in his strength.

Thunderous cheers erupted from the excited students in the distance. It had to be said that Xiao Yan's prestige had truly surpassed that of Lin Xiuya, Liu Qing, and others!

"So you're Xiao Yan? That 5th-tier alchemist who possesses a Heavenly Flame?" Han Feng frowned. He had heard of Xiao Yan's so-called 'Medicine God' title. After all, many from the Black-Corner Region had approached Xiao Yan with tier 6 medicinal ingredients to request pills.

"That's me. The strongest alchemist in the Inner Academy, ranked first on the Strong Ranking, Xiao Yan!" Xiao Yan flicked his sleeve and declared proudly.

Zi Yan was immediately displeased upon hearing this. She shot him a glance. Sensing her gaze, he quickly corrected himself, "Ahem, joint first."

A yellow-robed old man, a 1-star Dou Emperor from the Black-Corner Region, flew to Han Feng's side and said, "Medicine Emperor, leave this brat to me. You go retrieve the Heavenly Flame before any unforeseen complications arise."

Han Feng thought for a moment before nodding. The most important thing now was the Fallen Heart Flame.

The yellow-robed old man blocked Xiao Yan's path, grinning to reveal a mouthful of blackened teeth. "Hey, kid, you seem to have quite the reputation among those little brats. But today, I'll make sure that reputation crumbles to dust. A mere 1-star Dou King dares to act so arrogantly?"

This yellow-robed elder fancied himself clever. He volunteered to deal with Xiao Yan because the latter was only a 1-star Dou King.

The battle erupted instantly as Han Feng led his men toward the Thousand Layer Sealing Formation.

All sorts of Dou Techniques, formations, weapons, and even medicinal pills were unleashed. Explosions echoed throughout the Inner Academy, and the ground and buildings were destroyed one after another.

The yellow-robed old man casually waved his hand. A yellowish-brown earth-attribute energy condensed into a stone spear that shot straight at Xiao Yan. Xiao Yan's eyes narrowed slightly. He condensed the Ten Thousand Beast Flame in his right hand, faced the coldly gleaming stone spear, and shattered it with a single punch using the Octane Blast.

Although this yellow-robed old man's strength was far inferior to Ling Quan and Han Feng, he was still a Dou Emperor after all. Xiao Yan wouldn't underestimate him.

"So what if you have a Heavenly Flame? With your strength, you can't bring out its power at all." The yellow-robed elder saw Xiao Yan destroy his Xuan Class Dou Technique with one punch and sneered coldly. Earth-attribute energy condensed once more, and moments later, over a dozen brown spears floated in the air.

"Die!"

A vicious glint appeared in his eyes. Anyone who could rise to Dou Emperor in the Black-Corner Region couldn't possibly be kind-hearted. His arm suddenly trembled. Immediately, the black spears filled the sky like arrows, piercing through the air with sharp whistling sounds as they shot toward Xiao Yan.

Just as Xiao Yan was about to use the Skyfire Three Mysterious Change to boost his strength and defend, three figures flew in from the distance.

"Old fool, aren't you ashamed to fight a Dou King as a Dou Emperor?"

As the voice fell, a petite figure abruptly appeared in front of Xiao Yan. She flicked her ponytail. Her slender fist emitted a burst of purple light and struck fiercely forward. Instantly, the space ahead underwent violent fluctuations and compression.

A section of space seemed to solidify in that moment. Finally, an invisible air cannon shattered all the stone spears with a bang.

The yellow-robed old man's eyes locked onto the suddenly appearing petite girl like a venomous snake. His face darkened as he shouted, "Are you seeking death?"

Zi Yan pouted and threw a few fierce punches in front of her. Low sonic booms formed under her fists. She raised her head and fearlessly met the yellow-robed elder's gaze. "Old man, if you kill Xiao Yan, who's going to refine pills for me to eat?"

The yellow-robed old man's face grew increasingly grim. He couldn't be bothered with more words. With his temperament, he would kill without hesitation if provoked, regardless of whether the person was a little girl or even a baby. Dou Qi energy once again fiercely condensed in his palm.

At this time, Lin Xiuya and Liu Qing, who were a step slower, appeared beside Xiao Yan, weapons in hand.

Only these four people had reached the Dou King realm in the Inner Academy. The others, including Yan Hao and Lin Yan, were only at the half-step Dou King stage and were unqualified to fight a Dou Emperor.

"A great crisis has befallen the Inner Academy; it's not yours alone to bear." Liu Qing glanced back at Xiao Yan, and there was a hint of subtle admiration in his eyes.

"Hehe, Liu Qing is right. This should be the weakest Dou Emperor among them." Lin Xiuya gently shook the slender long sword in his hand and added, "You probably still need to hold back that Medicine Emperor Han Feng. We'll do our best to help you conserve some Dou Qi."

Xiao Yan, who had been planning to use the Skyfire Three Mysterious Change, canceled the Secret Technique and pulled out his Heavy Xuan Ruler. He laughed heartily. "Good! Today, let's show the people from the Black-Corner Region that Jia Nan Academy's Dou Kings can kill Dou Emperors!"

They all knew Xiao Yan had a Secret Technique that could boost his strength by an entire realm, nearly reaching the Dou Emperor realm. But Secret Techniques had time limits and couldn't be wasted on such small fry.

With Deputy Headmaster Hu Gan unable to take action due to the need to support the Thousand Layer Sealing Formation, they could only rely on Xiao Yan to hold back Han Feng until First Elder Su Qian could free up his hands.

"You think you four Dou Kings can hold me back?" The yellow-robed elder sneered coldly. In his heart, however, he felt a little wary, especially toward Zi Yan. That punch of hers had sent chills down his spine.

"Old man, you talk a lot." Zi Yan curled her lips. She shouted to Liu Qing and Lin Xiuya beside her, "I'm going in. You two be careful!" Before the two could respond, her petite figure quivered slightly. She shot directly toward the yellow-robed elder not far away, her small fists clenched tightly as a terrifying power emerged.

Seeing Zi Yan take action, Xiao Yan gripped his Heavy Xuan Ruler and followed closely.

"A bunch of little brats! Today, I'll have you all buried here!" The yellow-robed old man quickly formed hand seals, his withered palm shaking violently. Dou Qi instantly surged out, and a mountain-like energy palm print came crashing down.

Zi Yan's expression turned serious in the face of a powerful Dou Technique unleashed by a Dou Emperor. Her five fingers clenched abruptly, and with a thunderous boom, an extremely terrifying force shattered the mountain.

Shattered stones flew everywhere. A beam of flame light shot out amidst the debris. Xiao Yan seized the opportunity, rushing in front of the yellow-robed old man and bringing the Heavy Xuan Ruler down upon his head.

The yellow-robed elder knew the danger facing Xiao Yan, whose physical strength was nearly on par with Zi Yan's. He crossed his arms to block and shouted, "Mysterious Tortoise Armor Shield!"

A rocky shield materialized in front of him. With a 'clang', the Heavy Xuan Ruler struck the shield, sparking upon impact but failing to break through.

"This turtle shell is really tough!" Xiao Yan pursed his lips.

"Great Mountain Splitting!"

"Blue Cyclone Massacre-Twister!"

Liu Qing and Lin Xiuya quietly launched attacks from behind when they saw Xiao Yan engaging the yellow-robed elder. They unleashed their most powerful killing moves from the start.

After all, unlike Xiao Yan and Zi Yan, they couldn't fight opponents a whole realm higher than themselves.

The energy of the world surged as the yellow-robed old man let out a cold shout. A wave of yellow Dou Qi fluctuations enveloped his entire body. The attacks of Liu Qing and Lin Xiuya slowed dramatically, as if trapped in a mire.

"Heh heh, old man, better watch above your head!" Zi Yan's voice came from overhead.

Zi Yan slightly bent her knees before suddenly pushing off. Her purple Dou Qi wings flapped vigorously behind her. Under this double boost of force, she descended like a purple meteor from the sky.

Her right fist condensed with purple light.

Have you ever seen a fist technique descending from the sky?

The yellow-robed elder sensed the terrifying power of Zi Yan's punch, and his intestines twisted with regret. These were just students. How could there be such a monster of brute strength among them!

"Mountain Armor!" he shouted loudly. He circulated his Dou Qi as brown energy instantly transformed into a giant suit of armor for protection.

Xiao Yan's eyes flashed with a glint, and a cold smile appeared on his lips. The Ten Thousand Beast Flame within his body instantly strengthened his dragon aura, awakening a surge of dragon might.

"ROAR!!!"

It was far too naive to think that a mere Xuan Class defensive-type Dou Technique could stop him.