Late at night, down the tranquil peaks of the Heaven's Wrath Sect, a hidden path opened behind the waterfall of the Eastern Cliff. Guided by the scroll which Elder Shen gave him, Ye Tian arrived at a hidden stone door etched with strange, ancient seals.
He pressed his palm at the center.
Boom.
The door slid open, revealing a dark, dim stairwell going down deep into the mountain.
System:Welcome to the Underground Ring™ – where rules are myths and honor is extinct. Let the frenzy begin!
Ye Tian descended.
The Forbidden Arena
At the base was a giant underground arena, lit by glowing spirit crystals. Dozens of robed figures filled the stands, some laughing, some meditating, others trading spirit stones and pills.
In the center was a wide stage, etched with dried blood.
Suddenly a masked announcer appeared.
"Next challenger – Ye Tian! an outer disciple! Let's see if he survives!"
The crowd murmured.
"Isn't he the one who slapped Lei Shan?"
"He's dead meat now."
Opponent: Xiao Fang – 2nd-level Qi CondensationKnown for using poison techniques and traps.
Ye Tian stepped onto the stage.
System:Initiating Underground Trial – Duel 1 of 3Win Condition: Knockout or surrender. Optional: Fatality (high bonus).
The Fight Begins
Xiao Fang grinned, spinning a green dagger.
"Your death will earn me five thousand spirit coins."
"You can try."
Xiao Fang dashed forward, tossing black poisonous powder into the air.
Ye Tian's vision blurred and the air became heavy.
System:Host has been affected by minor paralysis mist. Recommend counteraction: Internal Qi Burst.
Ye Tian closed his eyes and let his qi explode outward.
Boom!
The mist dispersed. He suddenly appeared behind Xiao Fang.
"Soulburn Palm."
A red flame appeared in Ye Tian's palm as it struck Xiao Fang's back.
CRACK!
Xiao fang screamed. His body contracted as his spirit core trembled violently.
System:Soulburn Palm successful – Partial Spirit Core damage inflicted.Warning: Host's meridians injured by 12%.
Xiao Fang dropped to his knees, vomiting blood.
"I… I surrender!"
Ding!Victory: Ye TianRewards: 300 EXP, 1 Rare Poison Pill, +2 SP, Underground Reputation +5
The crowd fell silent. Then… erupted with screams.
"He's brutal."
"That last move was a forbidden spell!"
"Let's see how far he goes…"
Back in the Underground Quarters
Ye Tian shrugged his robe, wiping off the blood.
A girl in dark armor approached him. Pale skin, silver eyes.
"You fight dirty. I like it," she said, handing him a healing pill. "I am Mo Yuyan. We'll meet again."
System:Host just got the attention of a murderous beauty. Caution: High flirtation potential and unknown danger.
Ye Tian chuckled. "Interesting."
Status Update
Level: Qi Condensation – 2nd LayerSP: 10New Skill: Poison Resistance (Passive) – Lv.1Reputation:
Sect: Notorious
Punishment Hall: Favored
Underground Ring: Promising Rookie
Mo Yuyan: Slightly Curious
System:Next duel is in 2 days. Recommendation: Train and prepare. Or rest and look cool – all eyes on you, Host.