One person: I, Daoist Master, am a cultivator of immortality!

Liao Hu Zi stomped his foot heavily, his hands forming a sword-like gesture in front of his chest. Immediately, a black aura appeared from nowhere, attaching itself directly to Liao Hu Zi. This black aura was undoubtedly demonic energy, the power that spirits from shamanic shrines bestow upon their disciples.

The next moment, Liao Huzi's appearance changed, becoming slightly ferocious. His face was covered with scales made of black mist, and he also showed some snake-like features.

"Alright, let's officially begin the battle." Liao Hu Zi chuckled lightly, then vanished from where he had just been standing. In the blink of an eye, he appeared beside Sun Yao, his right leg aimed directly at Sun Yao's temple.

But the scene he imagined, where Sun Yao was kicked away, did not happen, because Sun Yao's left hand was already tightly gripping his right leg.

"Uncle, do you really have to fight like this against a junior like me? It's clear you've given it your all in this match, so I won't hold back either."

After Sun Yao finished speaking, lightning erupted from his entire body. Although Sun Yao said he wouldn't hold back, he ultimately didn't unleash his full power. At this moment, the lightning erupting from his body was still white lightning, which is the Yang Five Thunder of the Five Thunder Orthodox Method.

"The Five Thunder Orthodox Techniques of the Celestial Master's Mansion? You know this at such a young age?"

As Xingyao unleashed his Yang Wu Thunder, Liao Huzi was also struck and sent flying backward. He was not in good shape from being hit by the Yang Wu Thunder, after all, he was currently using the power of a demon immortal, and the power of thunder was the most effective against demons and ghosts. The impact of the Yang Wu Thunder had already depleted a lot of his strength.

"Uncle, what you're saying is rather amusing. If I couldn't graduate, would my master have allowed me to leave the mountain? And if I had graduated, would I not know the Five Thunder Orthodox Technique? My Five Thunder Orthodox Technique has been approved by my master. In the Celestial Master's Mansion today, the only one who can surpass me in the Five Thunder Orthodox Technique is probably my master, the Old Celestial Master Zhang Jingqing. Uncle Liao, shall we continue this battle? Let's make it clear beforehand that I won't hold back with the Five Thunder Orthodox Technique. Let's not let this Second Master Liu get injured." Sun Yao said as he strolled forward, his thunderous aura growing stronger with each step.

"Hey Liao kid, fight him. You think I'm any different? I've lived this long, and I've fought plenty of people with lightning magic. Do you think I'd let a little brat look down on me? This yellow-haired kid isn't even old enough to be a man yet, what are you pretending for?!"

“But Second Grandfather, this boy is right. If the fight continues, you are very likely to get injured.” Liao Huzi was also somewhat hesitant. This Second Grandfather was a key figure in suppressing the dragon. If he were injured, Tianchi would probably be under great pressure.

"Bullshit! I've never backed down in all my years. If you're no good, I'll do it myself!" Sun Yao muttered to himself for a moment while looking at Liao Huzi in front of him. Then, black light appeared in Liao Huzi's eyes. Judging from this, it seemed that this Second Master Liu had truly possessed him.

"You brat, today your second great-grandfather will teach you a lesson about how arrogant you are, and how there are always people more capable than you. Don't be so cocky while you're still young!"

With a wave of his hand, Liao Huzi unleashed an endless chill. Oh, no. At this moment, Liao Huzi was no longer Liao Huzi; he should be called Second Master Liu.

Grandpa Liu attacked first, and Sun Yao naturally wouldn't sit idly by. His entire body was enveloped in Yang Five Thunder, and the lightning suddenly erupted, forming an absolute domain around him, preventing any cold air from penetrating. Then, in a flash of lightning, Sun Yao vanished from his spot. The next second, he appeared above Grandpa Liu's head, forcefully slashing down with his right leg. With the absolute speed of lightning, this slash was incredibly powerful. Grandpa Liu had no time to dodge and could only raise his arms to block the powerful downward kick. Although he managed to parry Sun Yao's powerful kick, Grandpa Liu's situation was far from optimistic.

With this kick, Second Master Liu was already kneeling on one knee. Coupled with the burst of lightning power that accompanied the kick, Second Master Liu could only continuously deplete his demonic energy to resist the lightning's force.

However, the power of thunder is the most effective counter to demonic energy. Under the erosion of the thunder's power, Grandpa Liu's demonic energy was being consumed rapidly. He quickly used his legs to push upwards, sending Sun Yao flying. "Tch!" Looking at his injured hands, Grandpa Liu scoffed softly. "The power of thunder is still so troublesome, especially this Yang Five Thunder. Its extreme yang energy is too effective at suppressing demonic energy. Liao's body is still not strong enough; even with the enhancement of demonic energy, he still got injured."

"Second Grandfather, there's no time for you to rest now. Five Thunderbolts!" Sun Yao unleashed his thunderous power, and a massive pillar of lightning blasted towards Second Grandfather Liu. Second Grandfather Liu quickly transformed into a wisp of black smoke and dodged to the side. The next second, the courtyard wall behind him was directly destroyed by the pillar of lightning.

"Kid, are you trying to kill this old man?"

"What are you talking about? I already said, with the Five Thunder Orthodox Law in effect, I can't hold back. Besides, I've finally met an opponent like Second Master, so shouldn't I have a good fight?"

"Want to fight? Fine, I'll grant your wish. Also, I heard from Liao that you want to enter Tianchi?"

"That's right, the fire dragon in the group that day was very likely the only dragon in the world. Moreover, that fire dragon suffered an injustice. If I don't take a look at it before it dies of old age, wouldn't I have never seen a dragon in my entire life?"

"Alright, Second Grandfather agrees. Your strength is enough to conquer the Heavenly Pool, and that old dragon might not be able to do anything to you. Just based on your thunderous power, that old dragon won't bother to deal with you, even if it's a thankless task. It's too afraid of dying right now, so it definitely won't make a move rashly. But the most important thing now is for us to have a good fight."

As he spoke, Old Master Liu conjured two longswords forged from ice in his hands. He lunged directly at Sun Yao, who, not to be outdone, ran his left hand along the blade of the Thunder Pool Sword, causing it to burst forth with dazzling lightning. The two clashed, triggering an explosion that shattered the entire training ground of the Ma family's branch into pieces. After their final clash, the two stood at opposite ends of the training ground.

"Hahaha, that was a great fight today. Good lad, you definitely didn't go all out. You were looking out for Liao's health, weren't you? You're quite thoughtful. I'll arrange your trip to Tianchi. Truly, new talents emerge in every generation; I've grown old without even realizing it." After saying these words, the black smoke around Liao Huzi disappeared, and Liao Huzi regained consciousness.