World's Strongest Martial Warrior

"Brother Nie, imagine if we teamed up. Regardless of who takes first place, we could split the spoils from the Nameless Immortal Palace right down the middle. What do you say?" Yu Sichen pressed on, seeing Nie's lack of response.    

The Thoughtless Immortal Nectar was a cultivation treasure of extraordinary rarity, greatly beneficial to those in the Golden Immortal Realm. Even a single session with the nectar could potentially double one's cultivation progress over the course of a year.    

With this in mind, it was clear why Yu Sichen was so reluctant to relinquish his shot at the top spot in the Nameless Immortal Gathering.    

Out of the ten competitors present, only he and Nie Hexuan, aside from Peter Parker, were likely to remain unbeaten against the rest.    

If either of them could exhaust Peter Parker and then yield, the other would stand a much better chance of defeating Parker and claiming first place at the Gathering.    

"The first place at the Nameless Immortal Gathering? If I'm capable, I'll earn it on my own. If not, I have only myself to blame for not measuring up," Nie Hexuan stated coolly, his disdain for collusion with Yu Sichen evident.    

As a descendant of a Great Luo Immortal Venerable, he was determined to win on his own merits, without resorting to underhanded tactics.    

Yu Sichen's face darkened instantly upon Nie Hexuan's refusal. With no alliance in the cards, he was left to his own devices in his quest for first place.    

However, after witnessing the clash between Peter Parker and Shen Qiu, Yu Sichen was acutely aware that he was no match for Parker, even at his best.    

Only if Nie Hexuan were to challenge Peter Parker first, and true to his nature, engage with full force, would there be a chance.    

Should Peter Parker emerge victorious against Nie Hexuan, the victory would come at a steep cost. And that's when Yu Sichen could potentially swoop in and seize the advantage.    

After Peter Parker's clash with Gao Xiong concluded, the ranking competition pressed on. In subsequent matches, each of Peter Parker's adversaries chose to concede defeat without hesitation. Consequently, Peter Parker secured six consecutive victories, amassing a total of six points. Within the circle of ten prodigies, only Nie Hexuan and Yu Sichen, aside from Peter Parker, had preserved their streak of wins.    

In the seventh round, Peter Parker was finally pitted against Nie Hexuan, a formidable contender at the late Golden Immortal realm. Yu Sichen couldn't help but feel a flicker of elation at this pairing. Clearly, events were unfolding to his utmost advantage.    

Despite his awareness that Nie Hexuan was likely outclassed by Peter Parker, Yu Sichen knew that if Nie Hexuan could deplete even half of Peter Parker's strength, he might stand a chance to topple both adversaries and clinch first place with his unblemished record of victories.    

Hovering confidently in the sky, Peter Parker faced Nie Hexuan, who showed no signs of backing down. With a nonchalant tone, he inquired, "So, it seems you're up for a challenge as well?"    

Acknowledging his opponent's prowess, Nie Hexuan replied, "Brother Jiang Chen's talent is unmatched. Though I may not be his equal, I wish to test my mettle against him."    

With a decisive gesture, Nie Hexuan pointed forward. "Let's not drag this out. One move shall decide the outcome."    

Peter Parker, sword at the ready, gestured invitingly. "Brother Nie, make your move."    

"Very well!"    

Nie Hexuan's declaration was followed by an explosive release of his bloodline power, as a torrent of true immortal energy burst forth. With both hands, he crafted an immortal incantation and reached out towards Peter Parker.    

In that instant, a mysterious palm force enveloped the sky, morphing into an enormous white crane that soared over Peter Parker. With a beat of its wings, an unseen force seemed to solidify the very air.    

"This is... the White Crane Forbidden Heavenly Palm!" exclaimed Liu Wucheng, his eyes narrowing at the sight of Nie Hexuan's formidable technique.    

The White Crane Forbidden Heavenly Palm was the signature move of the legendary Immortal Supremacy White Crane, Nie Yutang, and a celebrated pinnacle of the Zenith Heaven Immortal Art from Cangyun State.    

Using his formidable technique, Immortal Reverent White Crane, Nie Yutang, had subdued numerous formidable opponents. Even the esteemed Great Luo Immortal Venerables of Cangyun State harbored a slight fear of Nie Yutang's signature move, the White Crane Forbidden Heaven Palm.    

"This young man already possesses the essence of Immortal Reverent White Crane, Nie Yutang," the gray-robed elder remarked, unable to contain his admiration. "Given some time, he could very well ascend to become the next Celestial Venerable White Crane."    

Regrettably, despite being an exceptional prodigy, he was up against the even more formidable Peter Parker today. It seemed that his odds of triumphing in this clash were quite slim.    

"Tsk tsk... The scion of Immortal Venerable White Crane, Nie Yutang, truly lives up to his illustrious lineage," Yu Sichen mused, a wry smile creeping onto his face amidst his astonishment. Even with his own considerable prowess, he doubted he could withstand such a potent strike without resorting to the secret weapon his mentor had entrusted to him.    

Peter Parker, for all his might, would probably find it challenging to counter this formidable assault with ease.    

"A descendant of the Great Luo is indeed remarkable," Peter Parker acknowledged, lifting his gaze to meet Nie Hexuan's incoming palm strike. A flicker of surprise passed through his eyes involuntarily. Though his adversary only boasted the cultivation level of an eighth-tier True Immortal, the explosive combat power unleashed at full throttle seemed to match, if not surpass, Shen Qiu's earlier onslaught.    

Peter Parker mused that if Nie Hexuan's cultivation were on par with his own, it would undoubtedly require a significant effort to best him. With this thought in mind, Peter Parker's Skyfrost Immortal Sword delivered another seemingly effortless slash.    

Employing the Green Emperor Sword Technique and the Mortality Transformation Sword Technique, this unassuming blow was imbued with a transcendent immortal essence. It instantly neutralized the energy that had been constraining the void around them, causing it to vanish without a trace.    

In the aftermath, the illusory white crane that had been circling above Peter Parker's head shattered with a resounding crash, vanishing from existence.    

In that instant, the vast square was enveloped in an eerie silence. The crowd stood with vacant stares, struggling to shake off their astonishment for quite some time. This outcome had taken everyone by surprise.    

Nie Hexuan's formidable strike was effortlessly countered by a seemingly nonchalant blow from Peter Parker.    

"What... What kind of swordsmanship is that?"    

It took Nie Hexuan a considerable amount of time to regain his composure after witnessing how easily Peter Parker had dismantled his White Crane Forbidden Heavenly Palm technique. Disbelief flickered in his eyes as he stared at Peter Parker.    

Deep down, Nie Hexuan was aware that he was no match for Peter Parker, but he hadn't anticipated his most powerful move being neutralized with such ease.    

Peter Parker spoke in a subdued tone, "Green Emperor Sword Technique, Mortal Transformation Sword Technique. Do you still wish to continue the fight?"    

"There's no point."    

Nie Hexuan shook his head, managing a wry smile. "The energy in your sword far surpasses that of my Great Luo Immortal Art, the Heaven Sealing Palm of White Crane. I'm clearly outclassed by you at this moment."    

Peter Parker's prowess was overwhelming; a single strike had dominated the entire encounter.    

Even setting aside the fact that he was merely an Eighth Stage True Immortal, Nie Hexuan knew that if he were on equal footing with Peter Parker, his odds of victory would still be less than thirty percent.    

Having said his piece, Nie Hexuan swiftly returned to his seat in the blink of an eye.