Novel Full Chapter 333: Li Yun’s Turn!
“This generation truly deserves to be called the most brilliant in the history of the Hidden Dragon Tournament.”
Voices of amazement rose again from the crowd.
“So many prodigies have emerged at once.”
Once the seven experts had completed their attempts, the participants ranked from eleventh to one hundred stepped forward one after another.
Their results varied.
The strongest among them managed to reach seven meters, while the lowest still achieved four meters. Despite the differences, every one of them successfully passed the first trial.
After all, anyone capable of entering the Hidden Dragon Ranking possessed extraordinary talent and hidden techniques. For such individuals, passing the Dragon Bell Trial was only a basic requirement.
Once the ranked geniuses had all finished, it was finally time for those who were not listed on the Hidden Dragon Ranking.
At last, failure appeared.
A martial artist at the first level of the Essence Qi Realm stepped forward with determination and unleashed his full strength. His strike caused the Hidden Dragon Bell to tremble faintly, but the golden dragon remained motionless. It did not rise even a fraction.
Silence fell for a brief moment.
The young man’s face turned pale as realization struck him. Without another word, he lowered his head and left the arena, unable to conceal his humiliation.
This was the first failure.
And everyone knew it would not be the last.
As the assessment continued, failures began to appear one after another. Many participants stepped forward with confidence, only to leave in silence when their strength proved insufficient. Yet amidst these disappointments, there were also moments that caught everyone off guard.
At one point, a young man dressed in black stepped forward and struck the Hidden Dragon Bell. His attack was fierce and precise, sending the golden dragon soaring to nearly eight meters.
The crowd stirred in surprise.
This result once again proved a well-known truth. Those who appeared on the Hidden Dragon Ranking were undoubtedly powerful, but those absent from the list were not necessarily weak. This black-robed youth was a perfect example of a hidden expert who had yet to make a name for himself.
The number of participants in this Hidden Dragon Tournament was simply too vast. With millions taking part, the process stretched on endlessly. Li Yun waited patiently for nearly three hours before his turn finally arrived.
As he stepped forward, he let out a slow breath and quietly considered his approach.
“I only need to pass the three trials. There is no need to draw too much attention. At the same time, I cannot afford to perform poorly. I represent the Martial Ascension Gate, and a weak showing would damage its reputation. An eight-meter result should be sufficient.”
He spoke softly as he walked, not bothering to conceal his words. A few nearby young martial artists overheard him and immediately reacted.
“Did he just say he would casually reach eight meters?”
“This fellow is far too arrogant.”
“Who does he think he is? One of the three great young giants or one of the seven top experts?”
Another person lowered his voice and added, “Have you not heard about what happened at the Tea Ceremony? I was there. He dominated everyone present and even exchanged moves with Huang Chen.”
“What? He fought Huang Chen?”
The expressions of those around him changed at once. Their earlier disdain faded, replaced by caution and uncertainty.
Some still regarded Li Yun as boastful, believing he spoke as though the Hidden Dragon Bell would yield to his will. Others, however, had witnessed or heard enough to know that he was not someone to be dismissed lightly.
Li Yun heard every word, yet he showed no reaction. A faint smile appeared on his lips. To him, such remarks held no weight. A dragon that soared through the heavens would never concern itself with the chatter of ants below.
The truth would reveal itself soon enough.
He stepped forward and came to a stop beside the Hidden Dragon Bell. Instead of acting immediately, he cupped his hands toward Long Yutian in a respectful greeting.
“Li Yun, True Disciple of the Martial Ascension Gate, requests to take the trial.”
Long Yutian studied him for a brief moment. With his level of cultivation, he could sense that this young man was far from ordinary. Seeing that Li Yun carried himself with respect and restraint, he nodded slightly.
“Very well. You may begin when you are ready.”
Li Yun stepped forward calmly.
He did not circulate his qi. He did not employ any martial technique, nor did he draw upon any treasure artifact. Instead, he simply relied on a small portion of his physical strength and delivered a straightforward punch.
The impact sounded clearly.
Clang.
The Hidden Dragon Bell trembled as golden light burst forth. The coiled dragon roared and surged upward into the sky.
It rose steadily.
Eight meters.
Exactly as Li Yun had said.
“Unbelievable.”
“It really reached eight meters.”
“So he is another hidden genius who never appeared on the Hidden Dragon Ranking.”
“With this kind of strength, he should at least be capable of challenging the top fifteen.”
The few young martial artists who had mocked Li Yun moments ago were left speechless. They had expected to see him embarrass himself, yet the outcome had completely overturned their expectations. Shock spread across their faces, and for a moment, none of them knew what to say.
Li Yun merely gave a faint smile and turned to leave, as though the result meant nothing to him.
When those same young men saw him approaching, their expressions changed immediately. Panic flickered in their eyes as they hurriedly stepped aside, afraid that he might hold them accountable for their earlier ridicule. None of them dared to block his path.
Li Yun paid them no attention. He had no interest in wasting time on such matters. Without even sparing them a glance, he walked past and returned to his position.
The group watched his retreating figure in silence, their earlier arrogance completely gone. What replaced it was a deep sense of awe.
In a place like this, where countless talented martial artists gathered, reputation and background held little weight. True respect could only be earned through strength.
And Li Yun had just proven that he possessed more than enough of it.
At the same time, this brief moment marked the beginning of something new.
His name had started to spread.