"Golden Immortal Physique… This is my first time hearing about it…" Xi Meili muttered in a somewhat dazed voice after witnessing Yuan's situation.
Xiao Hua then said, "I have heard about it from my father before…"
"In the Nine Heavens, three supreme physiques reign supreme, each standing resolutely at the pinnacle of its own category."
"Brother Yuan's Golden Immortal Physique is the supreme physique for Body Refiners who temper their body."
"Then there's the Harmonic Spirit Const.i.tution, which is known as the supreme physique for cultivation."
"As for the third supreme physique, I wasn't told about it, so I don't know anything about it."
"Is the Harmonic Spirit Const.i.tution created like the Golden Immortal Physique? Or can one be born with it?" Xi Meili inquired.
Xiao Hua shook her head, saying, "I don't know. Information about the supreme physiques is extremely scarce due to their rarity, and even those who possess such knowledge prefer to keep it to themselves."
"That makes sense."
Xi Meili turned to look at Yuan and sighed, "He's taken another ma.s.sive leap in prowess. Makes me wonder when he'll slow down—if that is even possible."
Unbeknownst to everyone there, this was just the beginning of Yuan's true ascension to the peak of the world.
Meanwhile, Yuan was still unaware of the changes currently occurring within his body— that the Heaven Refining Physique and the Golden Immortal Pysique were slowly fusing together.
A few hours later, Princess Meiya returned to the room to notify Yuan that the tournament would resume shortly.
Yuan and the Huang Family made their way back to the tournament area while Princess Meiya sat in the royal family's seating area.
"Junior Sister Meiya, I have been hearing a weird rumor lately—that you've taken interest in a human."
Princess Meiya turned to look at the handsome man sitting right beside her and responded, "And what are you doing here, Senior Brother h.e.l.lak? I thought I was the only one who was interested in the tournament."
"Indeed, you were the only one interested, at least until I heard that a mere human had managed to best Royal Guard Basar—my personal guard."
Princess Meiya smiled, "So you've also taken an interest in a human—is what you are telling me?"
This handsome man with a tanned body was Prince h.e.l.lak, one of Princess Meiya's older brothers.
"Hah! That's a great joke! As if I would ever be interested in a mere human. I just want to see for myself what kind of pathetic trick this human has up his sleeve. There's no way a mere human could defeat a Royal Guard in a fair match," Prince h.e.l.lak scoffed.
"Have you forgotten the fact that father's rival is also a human? That human is the very same one who defeated Royal Guard Basar." Princess Meiya reminded him.
"Hmph. Father is getting old. He's not as sharp as he used to be."
"Oh? Who is getting old now?" Giant Emperor Kulas suddenly approached him from behind.
"F-Father!" Prince h.e.l.lak felt his heart skip a beat when he sensed Giant Emperor Kulas' cold gaze on him.
Fortunately for Prince h.e.l.lak, Giant Emperor Kulas didn't say anything else and silently took his seat.
When the judge noticed Giant Emperor Kulas' presence, he announced, "The tournament will resume shortly!"
A few minutes later, the judge shouted out loud, "Seventh match! Royal General Ozur and Tian Yang!"
Hearing his name, Yuan immediately jumped onto the stage and patiently waited for his opponent.
A few moments later, a human-sized figure strolled onto the stage with a calm demeanor.
'An old man?' Yuan raised his eyebrows upon seeing his opponent.
Not only did this person appear to be human, but he also looked like an ordinary frail old man.
However, Yuan wasn't deceived by the old man's frail appearance. Despite his aged look, the man not only boasted the impressive cultivation of an 8th-level Divine Warrior but also exuded a palpable sense of confidence from every pore of his body.
"It's the commander of the Royal Guards— Royal General Ozur! I thought he'd retired! Why is he partic.i.p.ating in this tournament?"The audience was greatly surprised by this old man's appearance.
"Hahaha! I cannot believe it! His luck must be dogs.h.i.+t to be paired with the strongest guard on the continent!" Prince h.e.l.lak burst out laughing.
Not only was Royal General Ozur the strongest guard on the continent, but he used to work directly under Giant Emperor Kulas, being his right-hand man.
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'Only someone of General Ozur's caliber could bring out the Golden Immortal Physique's prowess!' Giant Emperor Kulas smiled inwardly."Ever since I've heard about you, I've always wondered what kind of man could be worthy of being His Majesty's rival," General Ozur suddenly remarked.
"Oh? What do you think now that you're standing before him?" Yuan asked.
Royal General Ozur shook his head and sighed, "I don't want to sound arrogant, but it is a bit disappointing. While you are definitely talented in your own right, you do not qualify to be His Majesty's rival."
"That's quite harsh even though we've yet to exchange fists."
"I have seen everything I need to during your match with that brat Royal Guard Basar. Unfortunately, you won't be able to endure even 3 punches from me."
"That was two days ago. A lot can happen in two days, you know."
"Not only are you unworthy, but you are also arrogant. Today, I shall help His Majesty realize that he was mistaken about you."
In the ensuing moment, the seemingly delicate frame of Royal General Ozur underwent a profound metamorphosis. His slender limbs swelled, pulsating with bulging veins and burgeoning muscles, transcending his diminutive stature into a truly formidable and monstrous presence.
Despite the overwhelming presence standing before him, Yuan remained oddly nonchalant.
"Three punches, right? I won't move a muscle until you throw three punches at me," Yuan declared with a calm smile on his face. His intention wasn't mere arrogance; rather, he aimed to test the limits of his newfound strength.