novelraw Chapter 243 236: Termination
Chapter 243 236: Termination
BAM!!
Covered in blood, Ji Yunzhou collapsed heavily onto the ring. His inflated physique rapidly deflated, and the golden flower above his head quickly dimmed, appearing as if it were about to wither.
His injuries were more severe than ever before.
On one hand, the disintegration of his Seven Spirits had sent his vital bodily magnetic field into disarray, causing it to collapse. His physiological functions were in chaos, and his Three Souls had partially separated from his body. On the other, even with his Three Souls detached, he had forced his body to unleash an attack that far surpassed its limits, all while its magnetic field was in turmoil.
Either one of these injuries was enough to be fatal.
The Martial Artists below the ring could see that Ji Yunzhou, collapsed on the floor, looked utterly limp, as if he had lost all support.
'Who knows how many of his bones are broken? Otherwise, with his personality, he would never have collapsed in such a sorry state, even from sheer exhaustion…'
Ji Yunzhou's injuries were undoubtedly far more severe than Zhang Zhizhen's.
Watching the two men lying on the ground, covered in blood, their bodies twisted and grievously wounded, the audience fell silent.
'Is this the true face of the Martial Dao?'
Many in attendance had envied the powerful bodies of Martial Artists and the stylish flair of their techniques. But this exchange had shown them what truly supported a Martial Artist, hidden behind all the things they admired.
Courage, persistence, fearlessness, and sacrifice.
Without an extraordinary will, how could one ever possess such immense power?
They were not just mere Martial Artists; they were symbols of a certain spirit. Like an unfaltering banner, they flew high above this increasingly restless world, guiding the way for all.
Formidable enemies could not break their will. Failure could not halt their steps. Even death could not make them flinch. Gritting their teeth and shedding their blood, they always managed to create miracles from the impossible.
These were the Martial Artists of Donghua. This was the Martial Dao of Donghua. And this was the backbone of a nation that had endured to this day.
They deserved to be the pride of this country and its people!
CLAP, CLAP, CLAP, CLAP, CLAP!!
After a moment of silence, applause erupted from all corners of the venue, eventually merging into a single, thunderous roar.
No one spoke. No one shouted. There was only the sound of ever-loudening applause, echoing endlessly.
Reddened palms, stinging flesh, numb bones—it seemed only this could express their respect for those figures, for they were willing to do anything to defend their dignity.
Just like the countless ancestors who had sacrificed themselves in war, the legacy was being passed on.
"What's that?"
Outside the Hive Stadium, pedestrians stopped in their tracks, drawn by the unified, deafening applause coming from within, wondering what on earth was happening.
The Hive Stadium, being the largest in the country, often hosted concerts and major events for famous celebrities. Passersby were used to hearing roars and screams coming from inside, but they had never heard applause so pure, so fervent, and so resounding.
Roars and screams were just the madness that came from a rush of blood to the head, guided by the atmosphere.
But this pure applause was the most sincere tribute and respect, born of reason.
The madness of a hot-blooded moment is forgotten once the blood cools.
But respect born of reason is not forgotten with the passage of time.
That is the difference between a star and a legend.
"It's the international martial arts exchange. Something big must have happened in there."
Pedestrians who knew what was going on discussed it among themselves, curious about what exactly had transpired inside the stadium, causing the fame of the exchange to spread even wider.
「Inside the venue.」
The medical teams from both sides quickly entered the ring, preparing to treat the injured.
WHOOSH!!
At the same time, a figure suddenly shot out from the Donghua team's seating area, moving at extreme speed to reach the ring a step ahead of the medical team.
Only then did the Donghua members realize that Elder Chen, who had been sitting silently with a calm and unconcerned expression, had vanished from his seat.
Seeing Elder Chen step onto the ring, General Norton frowned slightly. He narrowed his eyes and bent his knees, as if he also wanted to seize the opportunity to get on the ring and perhaps secretly interfere.
In the end, however, he held back. He was in full view of the public and, more importantly, in Shangjing Prefecture. Not only was Elder Chen on the stage, but that old monster from the Donghua Secret Inspection Bureau was likely monitoring the situation at all times. If he were to try any tricks and get caught, he might not be able to leave Donghua in one piece.
His expression darkened as he watched Elder Chen. 'So what if you intervene personally?' he thought. 'With a chaotic magnetic field, grievous physical injuries, and fading consciousness, it's uncertain if he can even be saved. It would be best if he just died right here on the spot.'
On the ring, Elder Chen stood before the fallen Ji Yunzhou, silent for a moment.
He could sense Ji Yunzhou's condition. The magnetic field inside his body was a complete mess. His initial injuries were already extremely severe, and with the collapse of his Seven Spirits, his body couldn't self-regulate or heal. In fact, his condition was rapidly worsening.
'He was far too reckless,' Elder Chen mused. 'But without such determination, how could he have achieved a breakthrough in the heat of battle?'
'One can't truly achieve enlightenment without "dying" at least once.'
Elder Chen sighed softly.
VMMMM!
A turquoise light, his magnetic field, radiated from his body, enveloping Ji Yunzhou. It seeped into his body, helping to regulate his chaotic magnetic field and stabilize his injuries.
The reason he had come as the team leader was precisely because the Chief Commissioner had anticipated that this exchange would be exceptionally brutal. His unique magnetic field might be able to save a few lives at a critical moment.
However, even with his special magnetic field, he had no confidence he could completely heal Ji Yunzhou. The disintegration of the Seven Spirits was not something his abilities could reverse. He could only temporarily preserve his life; they would have to discuss a strategy with the Chief Commissioner after the tournament.
"Elder Chen..."
A member of the Donghua medical team came to Ji Yunzhou's side and looked at Elder Chen with a questioning gaze.
"Put him on the stretcher and take him to the contestants' area," Elder Chen instructed the medical team. "You'll perform first aid there. He cannot leave my side for even a moment."
He had to constantly channel his magnetic field into Ji Yunzhou to regulate his body. If that support were withdrawn, Ji Yunzhou's condition would rapidly deteriorate, becoming impossible to treat.
"Yes, sir."
The medical team knew of the old man's abilities and didn't question him. They quickly and carefully lifted Ji Yunzhou onto a stretcher and followed Elder Chen off the ring.
On the other side, the Starry Sky Country's medical team had also finished their initial treatment of Chris's wounds. His injuries looked gruesome and terrifying, but they weren't life-threatening, and timely treatment would ensure his survival.
"General Norton, what do we do now? Even our 'ace' has been defeated."
Silence fell over the Starry Sky Country's seating area. In the end, it was the official from the Foreign Affairs Bureau who spoke up first.
The remaining fighters from the Starry Sky Country all turned their gazes to General Norton, awaiting his decision.
General Norton watched as Elder Chen escorted Ji Yunzhou off the ring. He saw the staff quickly come up to do a simple cleanup, then glanced at Chris being carried away on a stretcher. He remained silent for a long time.
After a long moment, he seemed to have made up his mind, speaking words that surprised everyone:
"Next, we negotiate with Donghua Country to terminate this competition."