The Qi Training cultivators who had fought their way to the finals were but a single thought away from the Foundation Establishment Stage. Among them were many who could have broken through a month prior, yet they refused to, suppressing it until this very moment to break through mid-battle.

The first match featured two contenders: Chen Chenxi and Su Youdao.

Chen Chenxi broke through to the Foundation Establishment, believing victory was certain, only to realize his opponent had thought the same.

“These two juniors have some clever ideas, though who will prevail remains to be seen.”

The sect elders whispered among themselves, unable to predict the outcome. Since the two had similar cultivation and foundations, the tide could turn as long as the battle hadn’t concluded.

“Without question, victory will belong to our Heart-Locking disciple.”...