Fate-Defying Demon Emperor-Chapter 28: The Center of Attention

On Central Avenue stood a towering arena, built by the Qin Family specifically for this duel. It was situated in a bustling area with immense foot traffic. The family intended to use this opportunity to make a name for Qin Feng.

On the day of the duel, just as dawn was breaking, citizens rushed over from all directions, hoping to find the best spots to watch the fight. By sunrise, the area surrounding the arena was already a sea of people, bustling with activity.

"Today is sure to be an interesting day!"

On the ninth floor of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, Tongyan was sitting down for breakfast while Elder Kui stood by respectfully like an old servant. From this height, they had a perfect view of the Life and Death Arena. It was an excellent vantage point, but they were the only two privileged enough to watch from here.

"I still find it hard to believe he could kill the Fourth Elder of the Qin Family—a master at the Ninth Layer of the Divine Sea Realm." Elder Kui shook his head, skepticism evident on his face. After all, the gap between their realms was simply too wide to be bridged by ordinary means.

"We shall see if it’s true or not soon enough!" Tongyan looked down at the Life and Death Arena with great interest, full of anticipation for Su Han. She hoped today’s duel would be a splendid one.

In the Lu Family’s great hall, Qin Feng, who had not been seen for some time, had finally emerged from seclusion. Today, he had traded his luxurious robes for a set of black training attire.

After ten days of secluded cultivation, Qin Feng’s strength had not improved. He was still at the Sixth Layer of the Divine Sea Realm, as the small bottleneck before the Seventh Layer was not so easily overcome.

"Feng’er, in today’s battle, you must win. You cannot afford to lose," Qin Xiong said, staring at Qin Feng with a sharp, solemn gaze. "Recently, someone has been targeting our Qin Family, and many of our young disciples have gone missing. The Fourth Elder died because of this. If you lose, our family’s younger generation will have no one left to carry the banner."

Qin Feng was his biological son and his pride; he would not allow any accidents.

"Father, rest assured. I will personally crush Su Han," Qin Feng replied with a confident smile. He had not spent the last ten days just detoxifying and healing. He had prepared himself thoroughly for this battle.

WHOOSH!

As Qin Feng activated his power, a faint golden radiance cloaked his skin, making him shine brightly as if possessed by a deity.

"I have already completed the refinement of this Golden Sun Spirit Armor. It has merged with my skin to form an invisible layer of protection. Coupled with my Geng Metal Spirit Physique, his Black Blade won’t be able to injure me again. Without that blade and his bizarre Demonic Qi, killing him will be as easy as crushing an ant!"

The Golden Sun Spirit Armor was a low-grade Magic Artifact with incredible defensive power. This was the preparation Qin Feng had made. In their last fight, the biggest problem had been the Demonic Qi that invaded his body. As long as he eliminated that threat, he was confident he could easily slay Su Han.

After all, his own strength was undeniable. With his Geng Metal Spirit Physique, his innate talent in the Imperial Capital was second only to the Great Crown Prince’s.

"That’s good, Feng’er. With this opportunity, you can not only make a name for yourself but also gain the Empress’s favor. If you follow the Great Crown Prince after this, your future will be boundless." Qin Xiong nodded, his eyes filled with pride. The future of the Qin Family rested on Qin Feng’s shoulders.

"Father, rest assured. Watch me take Su Han’s head!" Qin Feng flashed a confident smile and strode outside.

"The Qin Family has arrived!"

At the cry, the crowd instantly parted, and all eyes converged on the newcomers. Qin Xiong and Qin Feng walked at the forefront, followed by three elders. Such an entourage was nothing short of extravagant, and it clearly showed how seriously the Qin Family was taking today’s battle.

"The imperial uncle and three elders all came? They’re taking this very seriously. It seems they’re utterly convinced of their victory."

"The imperial uncle is the Empress’s biological brother. His personal presence carries significant weight."

"The Qin Family’s Fourth Elder isn’t here. Could the rumors be true? Did the Qin Family encounter a formidable enemy that even killed the Fourth Elder?"

The crowd buzzed with discussion, rife with speculation about the Fourth Elder’s death. Soon, the Qin Family contingent arrived before the arena.

"Feng’er, go!" Qin Xiong nodded to Qin Feng, signaling for him to ascend the platform and prepare for battle. He and the three elders then took seats on chairs that had been arranged to the side. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

As Qin Feng stepped onto the platform, he came into full view of the crowd.

Up in the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, Tongyan activated her Qi Observation Technique. Her gaze pierced through the distance, discerning not only Qin Feng’s destiny but also his Geng Metal Spirit Physique.

A Geng Metal Spirit Physique... What a pity it’s so poorly developed. At best, it has barely reached the entry level.

Although the Geng Metal Spirit Physique ranked low among Special Physiques, it was a Special Physique nonetheless, endowed with infinite potential. However, Special Physiques require acquired cultivation to unlock their true might.

Tongyan’s Qi Holy Body had already reached minor completion and possessed all sorts of incredible abilities. In contrast, Qin Feng’s Geng Metal Spirit Physique was still in the primitive stages of application, barely at the entry level. This naturally failed to interest Tongyan, who had seen countless geniuses.

"Miss, the Tianqing Dynasty is just a backwater," Elder Kui chuckled, not paying Qin Feng much mind. "It’s rare enough for someone with a Special Physique to appear here, let alone for there to be a proper cultivation method for it. After all, not every genius lives long enough to reach their full potential."

He had seen far too many geniuses like this, but very few were ever properly nurtured and able to mature. This world had no shortage of geniuses.

Tongyan smiled faintly and said no more, instead lifting her gaze toward the Lu Family’s estate. Qin Feng was here. It was time for Su Han to arrive.

At that moment, Tongyan was not the only one anticipating Su Han’s appearance.

"Their young lord is already here. Why hasn’t the Ninth Prince come yet? Don’t tell me he fled without a fight?"

"Impossible, right? He’s the Ninth Prince. Wouldn’t fleeing without a fight bring disgrace to the king?"

"As the proverb says, ’The dragon has nine sons, and each is different.’ Not every prince is a prodigy like the Great Crown Prince. This Ninth Prince is arrogant and lawless, with no regard for the king’s authority. What does he care about face? He probably fled in the dead of night and is long gone from the Imperial Capital by now."

Qin Feng’s early arrival had instantly turned public opinion against Su Han. This, coupled with the slander previously spread by the Qin Family, had already given the crowd a poor impression of him. Now, their harsh and unpleasant words filled the air.

Hearing these comments, Qin Xiong smiled. This was precisely the effect he wanted. Suppressing and killing the Ninth Prince was an imperial edict from the Empress herself.

Although he was the Empress’s biological brother, their statuses were now vastly different. With the Great Crown Prince’s power rising like the midday sun and the Empress’s status elevated by her son, Qin Xiong naturally followed her orders without question.

If he could slay Su Han, Feng’er would be able to follow the Great Crown Prince. When the Great Crown Prince one day reigned supreme, Feng’er would be his foremost general. That prospect alone was enough for Qin Xiong to give his all.

Time trickled by. The crowd grew increasingly impatient, and the cacophony of sneers and curses grew louder.

"The Ninth Highness has arrived!"

Finally, the crowd parted, revealing the figures of Su Han and Lu Yunxian. With both parties present, the duel was about to begin