BTTH : I am Thunder Emperor

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A black fist shadow, filled with terrifying force, appeared in front of Fu Ao. As it surged forward, even the air around it rippled subtly, with ear-piercing sonic booms echoing like thunder.

Under Mo Yu's fierce, lightning-fast attack, the hard ground cracked audibly. With countless shocked gazes on him, fissures spread rapidly from his feet, splitting the stone slabs.

The speed and power Mo Yu unleashed were astonishing. Even Elder Su, acting as the judge, and Elder Hu Qian exchanged surprised glances.

In the center of the square, surrounded by the astonished eyes of onlookers, a blinding bolt of thunder rose, accompanied by an overwhelming wave of energy. This fearsome display made many in the crowd gasp.

"This level of attack… it's almost comparable to the top-tier experts on the Strong List."

"Boom!"

At the moment of impact, a resounding boom reverberated through the arena. The stone slabs beneath the two fighters shattered instantly, cracks spider-webbing outward from the point of contact.

On the edge of the square, Fu Ao's shirt had been shredded by the fierce collision, leaving his body bruised and battered from the impact of the broken stone fragments. Blood trickled from his mouth, and his appearance was disheveled.

But most shocking of all were the two broken halves of his blue trident, his hands smeared with blood from the shattered weapon. The fractures on the trident revealed that it had been forcibly destroyed by a powerful blow.

To break a formidable trident with a single punch, especially one wielded by a three-star Dou Ling performing an advanced Xuan-class technique, was something that even those ranked around the fiftieth position on the Strong List might struggle to achieve.

Yet this renowned inner academy expert, Fu Ao, had been defeated head-on by a newcomer in such a savage and decisive manner.

As Fu Ao struggled to rise on the edge of the square, clutching the two broken halves of his trident, several of those who had bet on his victory felt a surge of regret and annoyance in their hearts.

From the strength Mo Yu had shown, it was clear that this newcomer, who had taken a two-year leave, was nothing short of a monster.

As the dust settled in the square, the silver-eyed young man walked forward, his robes pristine and unwrinkled, a stark contrast to the battered Fu Ao. Anyone with even a shred of sense could see that Mo Yu's strength far exceeded that of Fu Ao. And even more astonishing was the fact that Fu Ao was a three-star Dou Ling, while Mo Yu's aura was that of only a one-star Dou Ling!

The ability to fight above one's rank—a feat that only true geniuses could achieve! Realizing this, gasps of amazement spread through the crowd. For someone so young to overcome a higher-ranked Dou Ling in this manner made him an elite among elites within the inner academy.

Furthermore, Mo Yu's victory over Fu Ao shattered a long-standing academy record: an outer academy freshman had defeated a ranked inner academy expert!

Many in the crowd felt as if they were witnessing history in the making.

Even Elder Su and Deputy Dean Hu Qian exchanged looks of mutual admiration and understanding.

As academy leaders, they had witnessed countless geniuses, and they themselves had once been hailed as prodigies. But an extraordinary talent like Mo Yu, emerging like a comet, had not appeared for decades.

They couldn't help but feel that it wouldn't be long before the top ten spots on the Strong List would need to make room for this young man.

"He's unbelievably strong," someone on the stands murmured in awe, gazing at the tall, slender figure standing proudly in the square. Among the girls around Xiao Yu, one was even looking at him with eyes filled with admiration. Who would have thought that Fu Ao, a three-star Dou Ling, would be defeated in just a few rounds, even after using a powerful technique?

Just moments ago, they had been debating how many moves Mo Yu could withstand. But before the discussion could finish, the match had ended in such a jaw-dropping manner.

"Looks like he's improved a lot in these past two years," Xiao Yu muttered to herself, her beautiful eyes shining.

"Haha, Mo Yu sure lives up to being the captain's cousin! If it weren't for him, we wouldn't have won so much fire energy!"

In one corner of the square, a group of students with badges of the Pan Gate were cheering, happily watching as their fire energy crystals filled up.

Seeing this, the young girl beside them smiled faintly and looked at the black-robed young man next to her. "As expected of Mo Yu, he never disappoints."

"Yes, back at the Yun Lan Sect, if it wasn't for him intervening at the crucial moment, the Hall of Souls expert would have plunged us into grave danger," Xiao Yan said with a hint of gratitude.

Hearing this, Xun'er looked toward the silver-eyed young man in the square, her gaze carrying a flicker of surprise.

She had heard about the situation from Elder Ling, but the way Xiao Yan described it still conveyed the peril they had faced, especially given that it was the Hall of Souls—a force with hidden depths…

Meanwhile, Bai Cheng's face darkened upon seeing Fu Ao's defeat. In his mind, Mo Yu was just a student from a remote empire, perhaps considered a genius there, but within the expansive Jia Nan Academy, he was hardly noteworthy.

Yet, contrary to his expectations, his right-hand man, Fu Ao, had suffered an unexpected defeat at the hands of an outer academy student who had taken a two-year leave.

A look of resentment crossed Bai Cheng's face, his eyes glinting as he hid his malice. He leapt into the arena, drawing even more attention from the surrounding students, who began speculating with curiosity.

"Boss, I'm sorry, I failed," Fu Ao said, wiping the blood from his mouth, a look of shame on his face.

Suppressing his anger, Bai Cheng forced a smile and waved his hand. "It's alright. With Mo Yu's extraordinary strength, your defeat is understandable."

Turning to Mo Yu, Bai Cheng's expression softened, and he said with a smile, "You must be Mo Yu? I've often heard Xiao Yu mention you, and now that I've met you, I can see you're indeed extraordinary."

Narrowing his silver eyes, Mo Yu caught the hidden malice in Bai Cheng's gaze. Smiling slightly, he replied, "I've also heard some things about Bai Cheng's behavior. In my homeland, there's a fitting nickname for someone like you."

"Oh? And what is it?" Bai Cheng asked with a puzzled expression.

"A cunning Cao Cao," Mo Yu said, his silver eyes glinting with cold amusement.

"Cao Cao?" Bai Cheng repeated, confused. Though he didn't understand the reference, his instincts told him it wasn't flattering.

Mo Yu's mocking tone wasn't lost on him. "Heh, you're quite the joker, Mo Yu. I haven't heard that name before, but I do have a small favor to ask—if you'd be willing to indulge me?" Bai Cheng's smile was clearly forced.

"Oh? What might that be?" Mo Yu asked, arching an eyebrow.

"I just witnessed you defeating my subordinate, Fu Ao. Though you're new to the academy, it's obvious you're incredibly skilled. In fact, I dare say I don't even have the confidence to best you. So, I'd like to request a duel to learn from you. Would you accept?" Bai Cheng said, flattering Mo Yu even as he extended the challenge.

"Bai Cheng, Mo Yu has already passed the exam for challenging a ranked inner academy student. Your actions here are against protocol!" Elder Su frowned, his voice ringing across the square.

"Heh, Elder Su, since Mo Yu has passed the exam, he's now considered an inner academy student. And competition is a cornerstone of our academy. A duel between students is nothing unusual here. I see no rule forbidding this," Bai Cheng replied with a sly smile.

"If Junior Mo Yu accepts my challenge, then according to the arena rules, if I lose, half of the fire energy on my Fire Crystal Card will go to Junior Mo Yu. As for him, having just entered the Inner Academy and without any fire energy, that's not a problem. As a senior, I'm willing to take a small loss," Bai Cheng proposed, smiling.

After flattering Mo Yu, Bai Cheng presented a tempting reward to seal the deal.

Hearing this, Hu Qian and Elder Su exchanged glances. As veterans, they saw right through Bai Cheng's scheme. But he wasn't violating any rules; the arena was established to promote competition between students, after all.

What surprised them was Bai Cheng's bold decision. Ranked thirty-fourth on the Strong List, Bai Cheng possessed a high-level Fire Crystal Card that granted access to the sixth floor of the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower. Given his status and the resources of the Bai Gang, he likely held over a thousand units of fire energy—a fortune few could casually gamble away.

Word of Bai Cheng's challenge to Mo Yu spread quickly throughout the arena.

Compared to Fu Ao, Bai Cheng held a much higher standing in the Inner Academy, both in power and influence, immediately capturing the attention of the crowd. Meanwhile, Mo Yu, the first student in academy history to break the record by defeating a Strong List student right after entering, shone brightly with his unique aura.

"Hmph, Bai Cheng is shameless! Junior Mo Yu just entered the academy, while Bai Cheng has trained here for years. How can he bully the new with such confidence?" a Moon Spirit member beside Xiao Yu grumbled.

This complaint was quickly met with agreement from other Moon Spirit members.

Mo Yu wasn't only Xiao Yu's fiancé, part of their "own family," but also an impressive, elegant figure with exceptional talent. His looks and calm demeanor had already won over the hearts of many young women.

Seeing this, Xiao Yu was at a loss—unsure whether to laugh or worry. On one hand, she feared Mo Yu might act impulsively, accept the challenge, and lose to Bai Cheng. On the other hand, witnessing her friends' outrage made her worry about Mo Yu's growing appeal to others.

Meanwhile, in the Pan Gate section…

"Brother Xiao Yan, aren't you worried about Cousin Mo Yu? Bai Cheng, the leader of the Bai Gang, has long had his eye on Sister Xiao Yu. Ranked thirty-fourth, he's a six-star Dou Ling. Cousin Mo Yu…"

In response, Xiao Yan's deep, dark eyes flashed with a hint of amusement. "Don't worry. Despite his young age, Cousin Mo Yu always acts only when he's fully prepared. If he's not confident, he won't accept Bai Cheng's challenge. If he does accept, he's certain he can win."

"From what I see, he'll probably accept. Bai Cheng may be strong, but he's likely no match for Mo Yu. Mo Yu will likely take this chance to teach him a lesson. And considering the wealth of the White Gang, it could be worth more than our entire Pan Gate combined." Xiao Yan's eyes lit up with excitement.

"Hehe, Brother Xiao Yan really does understand Cousin Mo Yu! Let's wait and see…" Xun'er chuckled, covering her mouth.

"Yes." Xiao Yan nodded, then seemed to think of something and quickly added, "If any more wagers come up, place all of our fire energy on Cousin Mo Yu. Today might just be Pan Gate's lucky day, and it's all thanks to him."

Seeing Xiao Yan's calculating grin, Xun'er couldn't help but smile, directing her gaze back to the arena.

At this moment, Bai Cheng looked toward Mo Yu and asked with a grin, "So, Junior Mo Yu, will you accept my challenge?"

"Mo Yu, don't be rash!" Hu Qian quickly warned, fearing that the young man's pride might get the better of him.

Unlike Fu Ao, Bai Cheng wasn't just a six-star Dou Ling; his depth and abilities far exceeded his rank. Even among six-star Dou Lings, he could easily outmatch a seven- or eight-star Dou Ling.

Judging by Mo Yu's aura, he was only a one-star Dou Ling. Though this was already impressive for someone his age, and he was capable of challenging three-star Dou Lings, defeating Bai Cheng would be a steep climb. Losing in front of the academy could plant a dangerous seed of doubt in Mo Yu's heart, potentially harming his future cultivation.

Acknowledging Hu Qian's concern, Mo Yu nodded with a gentle smile. Just as Hu Qian sighed with relief, Mo Yu's calm, steady voice rang out.

"I'll accept Senior Bai Cheng's challenge, but I have one condition."

Upon hearing this, Bai Cheng's eyes gleamed with anticipation. Fearing Mo Yu might reconsider, he eagerly replied, "What condition? As the leader of the White Gang, I swear I'll fulfill it as long as I can."

Raising an eyebrow, Mo Yu's lips curled into an enigmatic smile.

"Oh... if Senior Bai Cheng loses, I'd like the position of White Gang leader."

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