World's Strongest Martial Warrior

At that moment, all eyes in the square turned in unison to Peter Parker.    

"Who's this guy? Doesn't look like he's packing much punch. Which of the three ninth-grade True Immortals is he after?"    

"Don't sell him short. He's probably got some trick up his sleeve to mask his power. He might just pull off a shocker like Nie Hexuan did."    

"Come on, Nie Hexuan's got Allheaven blood. This kid's not even in the same league."    

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The crowd buzzed with speculation as they watched Peter Parker ascend the towering stage.    

"The kid's finally stepping into the spotlight."    

Liu Wucheng observed Peter Parker's approach, a subtle smile flickering in his eyes.    

Peter had shrouded his Qi with a covert technique, and although Liu couldn't penetrate the veil of Peter's cultivation, he sensed a significant surge in Peter's strength since their last encounter.    

"Looks like he's tapped into that drop of Thoughtless Immortal Dew."    

A glint sparked in Liu Wucheng's eyes.    

The Thoughtless Immortal Nectar was renowned for bestowing profound insights and boosting cultivation, yet it typically required considerable time for one to emerge from such an enlightened state.    

For Peter Parker to have completed this process in a mere fortnight was nothing short of extraordinary!    

"It's unexpected to see Nie Yutang, scion of the Immortal Venerable White Crane, joining this year's Immortal Gathering. This event is truly a showcase of prodigies."    

Just then, the grey-robed elder beside Liu Wucheng remarked with a hint of disappointment, "It's a pity the heirs of the Great Luo couldn't make it. Still, having Nie Hexuan here isn't too shabby."    

As a progeny of the Golden Immortal Realm, Nie Hexuan's innate gifts and lineage set him apart from the average prodigy.    

Though merely an eighth-grade True Immortal, Nie Hexuan's prowess could very well eclipse that of ninth-grade True Immortals and even those esteemed as Half-step Heavenly Immortals.    

Barring any unforeseen twists, Nie Hexuan was poised to clinch the title at this year's Nameless Immortal Convention.    

"The descendants of the Great Luo Immortal Venerables are indeed remarkable," Liu Wucheng said with a faint smile. "However, I'm afraid they still fall short of becoming the champion of this year's Skyless Immortal Convention."    

"Oh?"    

Surprise flickered in the eyes of the grey-robed elder upon hearing this. Of all the prodigies present at today's gathering, only Yu Sichen from the Jade Toad Immortal Sect and Wan Xinghan from the Azure Cloud Immortal Manor stood out. The rest paled in comparison.    

Even the combat prowess of the Rank One Heavenly Immortal was likely a notch below these two.    

Despite Nie Hexuan's cultivation being slightly inferior, his heritage as a Great Luo descendant was not to be underestimated, certainly not by the likes of Yu Sichen and Wan Xinghan.    

Could Liu Wucheng have his eye on a genius even more formidable than these two?    

Amidst the conversation between Liu Wucheng and Wan Xinghan, Peter Parker stepped onto the central platform of the square, drawing the attention of the crowd.    

But then, something astonishing happened.    

Contrary to everyone's expectations, Peter Parker didn't challenge the three ninth-grade True Immortal geniuses. Instead, he fixed his gaze on Wan Xinghan and spoke in a calm voice that echoed above the square.    

"Wan Xinghan, I'm sorry. I've set my sights on your position. Would you prefer to step down yourself, or shall I assist you?"    

The crowd erupted into chaos at Peter Parker's bold declaration!    

"Unbelievable! Is this guy seriously challenging Wan Xinghan from the Cangyun Immortal Estate? Am I hearing this right?"    

Murmurs spread through the square as people processed Peter Parker's audacious challenge. Some even questioned their own hearing.    

Wan Xinghan was a top-tier prodigy from the Great Luo's Azure Cloud Immortal Mansion, a celebrated figure throughout Cang Yun Province.    

At this year's Immortal Ascension Assembly, only Yu Sichen and Nie Hexuan, another Great Luo scion, could hold a candle to him.    

The audacity of the man in black was staggering. It was as if he'd been struck on the head by a donkey to even entertain the notion of challenging Wan Xinghan!    

"Interesting!" The gray-robed elder standing beside Liu Wucheng was taken aback. He shot a curious glance at Liu Wucheng. Only a fool or someone with unshakable confidence in their abilities would dare to challenge Wan Xinghan of the Cangyun Immortal Estate upon stepping into the arena. If his hunch was right, this black-clad young man was certainly the latter. In fact, he might very well be the formidable individual Liu Wucheng had alluded to, capable of besting Nie Hexuan.    

Atop the high platform, Wan Xinghan's face darkened considerably upon realizing that Peter Parker had actually thrown down the gauntlet. Since their first encounter, Wan Xinghan had consistently come up short against Peter Parker, be it within the Great Luo Secret Realm or during his subsequent attempts on Peter Parker's life. Even deploying his master's secret weapon had done nothing to faze Peter Parker.    

Having ascended to the Ninth Grade True Immortal realm, Wan Xinghan still lacked confidence when facing Peter Parker, who had kept him underfoot, unable to so much as raise his head. Today marked the Grand Meeting of the Immortals, and it was clear Peter Parker was keen on challenging him. Wan Xinghan knew without a doubt that a defeat at Peter Parker's hands today would not be taken lightly.    

"It's just a seat. Since you want it, it's yours," Wan Xinghan declared, opting to sidestep the confrontation. With those words, he gracefully descended from his seat and vanished from the platform in an instant.    

Although the Nameless Immortal Palace's patronage promised to be unique this time, securing the top spot at the Nameless Immortal Gathering would grant one the status of an esteemed guest of the palace, along with unforeseen rewards. Yet, with Yu Sichen of the Jade Sea Immortal Sect and Nie Hexuan, the scion of Zenith Heaven, in contention, Wan Xinghan's prospects of clinching first place were slim at best.    

Now, with Peter Parker's participation in the Nameless Immortal Gathering and his direct challenge, his hostile intent was unmistakable. How could Wan Xinghan possibly contend with Peter Parker?    

"Wh... What?" The crowd was plunged into stunned silence as Wan Xinghan voluntarily relinquished his seat. Disbelief was etched on every face as they struggled to process the unfolding spectacle. They simply couldn't believe what they were witnessing.    

Wan Xinghan stood as the preeminent figure of the great Luo faction in Cang Yun Province, a genius disciple whose fame spread far and wide from the halls of Azure Cloud Immortal Manor. Such a prodigy was not only celebrated throughout the province but also held a place among the top ten most formidable existences in the region.    

Yet, in a turn of events that defied belief, an enigmatic youth clad in black had managed to make Wan Xinghan take a step back with nothing more than a single, piercing sentence. How could such a thing be possible?    

On the platform, Yu Sichen and Nie Hexuan were visibly taken aback as they witnessed Peter Parker compel Wan Xinghan to retreat with merely a word. They exchanged glances, their eyes reflecting a newfound respect for Peter Parker. Wan Xinghan, the illustrious prodigy of Cang Yun Immortal Estate, was known for his unyielding pride. It was inconceivable that either Yu Sichen or Nie Hexuan could have elicited such a reaction from him with just a spoken word.    

The fact that this mysterious youth in black had achieved what seemed impossible was a testament to his strength, which, it now appeared, might even surpass that of Wan Xinghan himself.