With Countless Qualities Bestowed Upon Me, I Shall Ultimately Become Immortal

Colby dispelled the black flames enveloping him and slowly withdrew from the Spiritual World.

However, at that moment, there was no trace of victory on his face; instead, his brows were tightly furrowed.

For some reason, after he finished off his opponent, that sixth sense—as if being watched—crept back into his mind...

"My body has evolved with a ’danger premonition’ ability. Surely someone is plotting against me, man... but who?"

Back in his preparation room, Colby couldn’t figure it out no matter how hard he thought.

...

The tournament ended.

Meng Chuan and Chen Zhiming, who had just finished their match, were both intently watching the screen, their expressions solemn.

"Wang Chongyi fell short because the time of Breaking Four was too brief, and the gap in raw strength with Colby was too large. Without an Iron Body to protect him, relying solely on Gang Qi armor couldn’t withstand Colby’s increasingly terrifying power.

Colby seemed to give his all, but he may have some reserves or hidden moves. The most likely... is both!

However... Colby being in the same group as Seviss Long means the latter’s pressure should force out Colby’s full arsenal..."

At the same moment, the calculations in Meng Chuan and Chen Zhiming’s minds turned out to be unexpectedly identical.

"Hiss..."

The audience from Great Chu were all silent, everyone was dumbfounded by Colby’s performance.

In the slow-motion playback, Colby’s body technique and explosive power completely overwhelmed Wang Chongyi.

Like a black flash darting through the air, each clash with Wang Chongyi erupted with tremendous force.

"Taste my elbow strike!"

"The power of an elbow, terrifying indeed!"

"Man! Dark Dynasty, Dark Mamba!"

Colby had numerous fans in Great Chu who cheered loudly for their idol’s performance on the bullet screen.

"Wang Chongyi lost on the fundamentals, his skill and Yin-Yang martial theory were sound, but Colby’s physical prowess crushed him.

A spear thrust is inherently slower than a punch, and without a refined True Gang star shield, he must rely on top-tier Iron Body to protect himself against an opponent’s burst. I hope he can fix this shortcoming and grow stronger with each battle."

At the end of the slow-motion video, Xun San softly concluded the outcome of this loss for Great Chu.

Meanwhile, in today’s final match, Seviss Long easily defeated Mu Nianxin.

On the first day of the finals, Great Chu’s record was two wins and two losses.

Facing this result, the audience was indifferent, not feeling anxious, since all the outcomes were as expected.

In tournaments, miracles never happen; breakthroughs in the face of battle only exist in storybooks. Real competition always relies on the athletes’ hard work over the years and their deep foundations.

Perhaps we can say...

The true victory and defeat were already determined in talent and sweat even before the match.

After all matches ended today, the AI’s notification sounded, announcing the pairings for tomorrow.

The names of ten players shuffled, and Meng Chuan watched the screen with extraordinary calmness.

A player cannot have two byes in a row; he is destined to compete tomorrow, but who his opponent will be is unknown.

He stared at the light screen as the group’s participants’ names gradually solidified, and the matchup results were displayed one by one.

Arthur vs. Riel, Meng Chuan vs...

"Meng Chuan, the only top expert in this World Youth Championship to achieve a streak of victories over Tier Four experts as a Martial Arts Master. He has yet to suffer any defeat!

Now, he has only two defending champions from Great Chu to face. Regardless of who Meng Chuan defeats, he will nearly secure a spot for advancement!"

The announcer’s voice was passionate, and even Sui Chunqiu, seated in the guest section, was intriguingly watching the light screen.

Indeed, the world constantly brings forth new talent. Even if he were still under thirty, he might not defeat many on the field.

"Finally, Meng Chuan faces some pressure. Neither the Celestial Master Mansion nor the Shaolin Temple’s monk is easily dealt with..."

Facing these two, Meng Chuan seemingly has no advantage.

But Sui Chunqiu firmly believed that victory would still belong to Meng Chuan.

"Chen Zhiming or Liao Huo? Hurry up!"

"Whoa, tomorrow’s matchups are explosive too. Among the three, one must finally break the undefeated streak!"

"I admit Meng Chuan’s talent is the highest, but he’s still too young and hasn’t broken Four; it feels risky for him to face anyone..."

"I truly didn’t expect that even in the finals of the World Youth Championship, it’s our in-house battle that excites me the most."

Everyone watched the AI’s draw for tomorrow’s matchups, eagerly anticipating who Meng Chuan’s opponent would be.

The AI announced tomorrow’s pairing results today to build momentum for the official matches.

Seeing the goal achieved, it didn’t keep everyone waiting long.

Three seconds later, the images on the light screen froze.

Meng Chuan’s opponent appeared on the big screen.

A burly figure, bald and shining, wrapped in a gray-red monk robe over muscular build.

Meng Chuan vs... Liao Huo!

"It’s here."

The contenders on both sides of this match, upon seeing the AI’s result, unusually uttered the same whisper...

...

Meanwhile, in a villa in the southwestern mountains.

Located deep in the mountains, this place had long become a no-man’s land after the eruption of the Demon Nest at the end of last year. Residents from nearby villages had been relocated to the city.

So...

The identity of those who remained here was self-evident.

This was an important base of the Demon Path, built near the Demon Nest, where toxic miasma thrived.

"Colby... Li Xiao, is that the name, right?

He fought well, quite exceptional! I see he’s quite famous too, so let it be him!"

The Demon Mountain’s avatar leaned back on the sofa watching the match, clapping as he asked the Demon Summoning Hall’s High Priest, Li Xiao, who stood beside him.

Around the two, monstrous shadows loomed over.

Each one was enveloped in Demonic Qi, gathering to form towering black clouds filling the room with immense power.

They were all invaders of the Cosmos under Purgatory’s command, now led by Demon Mountain, to deceive people by being portrayed and imitated as ’gods’ in the "Divine Ascendance Doctrine" by uninformed masses!

More dimensional rifts were being discovered, allowing these powerful Celestial Demons to escape undetected from the Demon Nest and descend into the human world.

"Indeed, I also believe this child is best suited to be your vessel to expand our illustrious Purgatory Sect overseas."

Li Xiao slightly bowed, a subtle smile curling at his lips.

His aura had already reached Tier Five.

He had finally become a long-coveted Demon Path Sovereign!

Demon Mountain slowly sat up, his expression instantly turning from a smile to cold.

His voice was deep and slow, carrying irrefutable authority:

"It’s settled then, I shall possess Colby. Li Xiao, you will take them to deal with Meng Chuan."

He slightly turned his head, his gaze falling on Li Xiao, his dark red pupils slightly flickering.

"You and he share a long-standing grudge, familiar with his tactics. Now with a Tier Five body and the aid of ’Soul Devouring’..."

Demon Mountain paused, rising to his feet.

His gaze felt like a tangible weight on Li Xiao’s shoulders, as he unexpectedly changed his tone:

"But after all, this child’s talent is fully displayed, already receiving significant attention within the human realms. I suspect... there is likely a master secretly protecting him. Gather intelligence before acting, and if encountering insurmountable circumstances... prioritize your safety."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiao’s body trembled, his head snapping upward.

He realized suddenly, also feeling shocked!

But in the next second, complex waves quickly surged in Li Xiao’s eyes, finally transforming into deep loyalty unto death, even squeezing out two ’touching’ tears!

His display was a bit over the top...

Yet, for Demon Mountain to say such words surprised Li Xiao greatly.

Previously, while working under Whispering Peaks, failure often meant death, so he always sought scapegoats in advance for each mission...

He didn’t expect the new ’boss’ to be so considerate!

Purgatory’s High Lord, truly wonderful!

"You..."

Li Xiao’s voice was slightly hoarse, maintaining his seemingly genuine display.

Demon Mountain waved his hand, indicating he needn’t say more.

"Go and prepare, the match will soon be over, youthful success breeds mistakes; it’s your ideal opportunity to strike."

"Understood!"