World Devouring Dragon

The stadium was filled with roaring cheers and envious gazes as Ron stood tall after his victory in the semi-finals. His opponent, the arrogant female cultivator who had demanded his hand in marriage if she won, lay unconscious after being completely overpowered by his newly awakened sword formation technique.

However, Ron was not at his peak.

His body was drained, his energy exhausted, and he felt the toll of the intense battles he had fought. He had already awakened six dragon scales, but the next fight would be even more difficult.

The final battle was about to begin.

The Final Opponent – Fang Mu, the Prodigy of the Storm Blade Sect

Standing across the arena was Fang Mu, the strongest genius in the tournament. He was at Nascent Soul Stage 8, the peak of the competition. Unlike the others, he had remained silent throughout the tournament, observing Ron carefully.

Now, he finally spoke.

"You are interesting," Fang Mu said, his sharp eyes scanning Ron. "You've surprised everyone, but this is where your journey ends."

Ron simply smirked, his golden eyes radiating confidence. "You're not the first person to say that, and you won't be the last."

Fang Mu narrowed his eyes. "Let's see how long that arrogance lasts."

BOOM!

Fang Mu vanished in an instant.

The next moment, a storm of sword energy engulfed the entire stage.

Ron barely had time to react as multiple slashes came at him from all directions.

Clang! Clang! Clang!

He blocked and dodged, but Fang Mu's speed was insane. Unlike his previous opponents, this man was in a completely different league.

Each attack forced Ron back, his arms trembling from the sheer impact.

For the first time in the tournament, he felt cornered.

The Breaking Point

"You're done!" Fang Mu roared as he unleashed his strongest technique, a giant sword wave infused with storm energy.

The attack was too fast.

Too strong.

Ron tried to dodge, but it was impossible.

The attack slammed into his chest, sending him flying across the stage. He coughed up blood, his body aching as he tried to push himself up.

The audience gasped.

"Did he lose?"

"No… it can't be!"

Fang Mu sighed and shook his head. "I'll admit, you were better than expected, but in the end, talent alone isn't enough. You lack the foundation to defeat me."

Ron clenched his fists.

No. This wasn't the end.

Deep inside him, his bloodline roared, unwilling to accept defeat.

And then—

BOOM!

The seventh dragon scale ignited on his chest.

A terrifying aura exploded from his body, shaking the entire stadium.

Everyone froze.

Even the emperor stood up from his seat, his expression filled with disbelief.

"This… this aura… is not normal!" one of the elders muttered.

The Dragon Awakens

Ron's golden eyes burned brighter, his aura becoming heavier and more suffocating.

Fang Mu took a step back, his instincts screaming at him to retreat.

But it was too late.

Ron vanished—

—And the next second, he appeared right in front of Fang Mu.

SLASH!

A deep cut appeared on Fang Mu's chest before he could react.

He staggered back, his eyes filled with horror. "W-What…?"

Ron pointed his sword at Fang Mu, his voice cold and commanding.

"This is your limit. Now, let me show you what true power looks like."

The final battle had begun.

—To Be Continued!

Ron's Progress:

• Cultivation: Qi Refining stage 5

• Swordmanship: Sword user Peak

Scales Unlocked: 6 scales

Techniques

• Heaven crushing slash

• Phantom Moon Slash

• Dragon Emperor's