The legendary warrior novel Chapter 101

When Elder Logan came back, Boris's people immediately carried three cages made of cast iron. Elder Logan inspected the cages and then he locked three ferocious beasts into them.

"Boris, what are you up to?" Zenith asked indifferently.

Boris turned to Zenith and stated, "Chief Zenith, I remember that this disciple claimed his strength is no less than that of a summation of one hundred Phil. So according to my estimation, the strength of one hundred Phil who is at the third grade of Blood Purification is nearly the same with a beast at the sixth grade of Blood Purification." He paused for a little while as if in deep thought before he added, "So I found these three beasts at the sixth grade of Blood Purification for this disciple to choose one and compete with.

If he manages to defeat anyone of these beasts at the sixth grade of Blood Purification, it only proves that he deserves your fostering efforts. But if he doesn't, he will have to repay the debt of his killing with his life. It would be a fair deal, don't you think so? Just like how the saying goes, "A life for a life". We all know that this is the rule of the martial world.

So I don't think any one of you will object. You don't object either, do you, Chief Zenith?"

"I cannot agree more!" some disciples exclaimed. As Boris finished his explanation, disciples under the Casting Faction and the Refinement Faction chimed in immediately.

"That's nonsense! Boris, is this your attempt to mess around with the disciples of our Snow Sect?" Zenith accused. Everyone knew that Ricky didn't have the slightest chance to come back alive from a battle with any of the formidable beast.

Although he was quite talented, no one could imagine in their wildest dreams that he could rival with a beast at the sixth grade of Blood Purification.

"Chief Zenith, I'm just abiding by the law impartially," Boris defended.

"Chief Zenith, I really appreciate that you're worried about my safety. But as far as I'm concerned, Dominant Top Elder Boris is right in all aspects. I would like to accept this challenge," Ricky firmly stated. To everyone's surprise, Ricky did not have any objection.

"You..." Zenith and some other Elders were at a loss for words. They were dumbfounded and confused by Ricky's decision.

"That's great! Ricky, your courage is really admirable! In that case, you can choose any one of the beasts you want to fight against," Boris declared as his lips discretely curled into a sinister smile.

"Dominant Top Elder Boris, I only hope that you will honor your promise. If I can prove my value, please follow the verdict of Chief Zenith!" Ricky replied with hint of a threatening edge in his voice.

"Do you really think I would go against my words in the presence of so many disciples?" Boris gave him reassurance in the form of a question.

"No, of course, I don't. In contrast, I actually want to express my gratitude for offering me such a great opportunity to prove myself," Ricky stated as he strode toward the cages.

'Does he really have the strength to fight with a fierce beast at the sixth grade of Blood Purification?' Boris thought to himself as he stared at Ricky's retreating back who was approaching the cages in full confidence.

Suddenly, Boris regretted his decision for no clear reasons. He became unsure if his scheme would turn out the way he wanted to or not.

'There should be no chance at all. This fellow has just reached the fourth grade of Blood Purification. The three beasts that Elder Logan found at my order, besides having good meridians, all possess the highest degree of proficiency of the sixth grade of Blood Purification. They could even compare with the warriors at the seventh grade of Blood Purification, '

Boris continued to ponder as he watched Ricky carefully examine the beasts in their cages.

'A Black-scaled Bull, a Demonic Ape, or a Yellow-winged Eagle, which one on earth do I choose?' Ricky mused, simultaneously scanning the three beasts meticulously.

Inevitably, he could never fail to sense the intimidating force emanating from the three beasts. Their strength was no less than that of a warrior who had just reached the seventh grade of Blood Purification.

Therefore, he must be cautious or else he would end up in the claws of one of these beasts.

"Choose the Demonic Ape. Powerful as it is, it only strives in an environment similar to a jungle. Since it's confined in this cage, its speed and strength might have also been restricted," Zenith's voice rang in his head at that point.

Upon hearing Zenith's advice, Ricky promptly fastened his gaze on the ape.

Given that the Black-scaled Bull was covered by hard black scales all over like an armor, Ricky estimated that it would be difficult for him to even break through its defense. The Yellow-winged eagle looked like an easy one but it had a greater advantage of flight. It could easily swoop down and take him down. The Yellow-winged eagle was locked in a cage of approximately 100 square meters which was spacious enough for its movements, but it was clearly not favorable for Ricky.

He could see then Zenith's point. Relatively, the easiest one to challenge seemed to be the Demonic Ape.

"Ricky, it is time to choose right now. If I give you a hand, Boris will definitely come in the way. So just do everything you need to slay the monster! And remember, to survive is the most imperative thing for you right now!" Zenith exhorted him.

Ricky took a few moments to mentally prepare himself.

Then he strode inside the cage.

All of the present masters and disciples held their breath as they fixed their eyes on Ricky.

A thundering howl came out of the cage as soon as the Demonic Ape saw Ricky enter.

The Demonic Ape grew malicious with its fiery eyes glowering at Ricky. Swinging its iron fists, it lunged at Ricky in no time.

'Since you think you can try and use this Demonic Ape to take my life, then I must show you that I'm superior to even a summation of 100 Phil, ' Ricky vowed to himself as he began to summon his energy onto his skills.

What the people saw was his long hair fluttering in the wind. Its color kept on changing in record time. At first, it was red, then orange, and finally it turned yellow. It was the Third Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula.

"The Third...It is the Third Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula!" someone from the audience exclaimed. Observing Ricky's transformation, the total of nine Elders, including Zenith and Boris, could barely hide their shock.

"How can it be? How come? Is he beyond the fourth grade of Blood Purification now?" another one from the audience cried out.

Not being innate spirits, the nine Elders, Grace, and other disciples were incapable of witnessing Ricky's actual stage of cultivation.

'You lad just gave me a great surprise... You really did it! The Third Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula! You must survive this today, Ricky!' Zenith was truly amazed as he silently prayed for his success.

'The Third Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula! So this fellow seems to really have the potential to cultivate to the Ninth Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula? Then, I shouldn't let him continue his existence, or he will stand in the way of me reigning the whole Snow Land, ' Boris thought to himself evilly.

Everyone held their breathes once more as they focused on Ricky.

As he applied the Third Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula, Ricky let out a roar, emanating yellowish rays all around him. Then, the devouring runes began to spread in the air and move above his palms.

Ricky spared no energy in exerting all of his devouring runes. Everyone present could distinctly see the Devouring Fire in his spiritual energy.

Ricky told himself that he must survive this, survive this in the most dignified manner, like that of a warrior which would be the most appropriate response for Boris' insidious intention of wanting his death.

"What a refined strength of the runes! The boy does have a supreme manual!" Elder Samuel muttered thoughtfully as he narrowed his eyes.

On the other hand, there was even a covetous look unfolding on Elder Logan's face.

Meanwhile, Ricky was concentrating on applying the Five Beasts Arts before he punched at the fists of the Demonic Ape with the mightiest power.

"Bang!!!"

The sound reverberated within miles wide. But the only thing that everyone saw was the violent collision of two fists. One giant and black ape's fist and one small yet fierce human's! Immense airwaves began to suffuse the site instantly.

The moment Ricky met the punch of Demonic Ape, he felt as if there was something weighing thousands of kilograms pressuring over him. Fortunately, the Third Degree of Nine-degree Body Refining Formula enabled him to withstand the massive power. Meanwhile, he also had managed to diffuse a large part of the power by applying Devouring Skill.

Immediately, Ricky pushed at devouring runes and the Devouring Fire and delivered the strength of the two forces together down the arm of Demonic Ape from its fist.

As the intimidating devouring runes and the Devouring Fire started to invade the body of the Demonic Ape, it let out an ear-splitting screech out of pain.

Jumping at this chance, Ricky withdrew his fist and lunched another blow but this time he targeted the abdomen of the Demonic Ape.

With his second punch, the Demonic Ape slumped directly onto the ground as it whined in agony.

However, before everyone could comprehend what was actually happening, they immediately saw the fiery blade slashing the monster's neck.

As the crowd was being dazzled by the flurry of fire and rays of lights, it all ended in a blink of an eye.