Chapter 35: The Preparation Begins

Ethan and Lin Na spent the next few weeks preparing for the upcoming competition. They trained tirelessly, pushing themselves to their limits, and beyond. Ethan was determined to help Lin Na develop new skills that would allow her to compete on an equal footing with other cultivators, despite her disability.

Lin Na was grateful for Ethan's support and encouragement. She knew that without him, she would not have been able to progress as far as she had. With his help, she had learned to use her mind to control her energy, allowing her to move her upper body despite being paralyzed from the neck down.

Together, they worked on developing new techniques and strategies that would help them overcome the challenges they would face in the competition. They practiced using their energy to move objects, to fly, and to create powerful defensive barriers.

As they trained, they also began to connect with the other cultivators who would be participating in the competition. They met people from all over the realm, each with their own unique skills and abilities.

Ethan and Lin Na were impressed by the level of talent and dedication that the other cultivators displayed. They knew that the competition would be tough, but they were determined to give it their all.

As the day of the competition drew near, Ethan and Lin Na felt a mix of excitement and nerves. They knew that they had trained hard, but they also knew that anything could happen in the heat of the moment.

On the day of the competition, Ethan and Lin Na arrived at the venue, a massive arena that could seat thousands of spectators. They saw that the other cultivators had already gathered, each one looking focused and determined.

Master Wu and the other council members were there to greet them. They wished Ethan and Lin Na luck and reminded them to stay focused and to trust in their training.

Ethan and Lin Na took their places in the arena, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. They looked out at the crowd, feeling a surge of energy and excitement.

As the competition began, they focused on their breathing and their energy, letting their training guide them. They moved quickly and decisively, reacting to each challenge with precision and skill.

Throughout the competition, they faced a series of grueling challenges, including battles against other cultivators and complex tests of their skills and abilities.

Despite the tough competition, Ethan and Lin Na held their own, demonstrating their skills and determination. They worked together seamlessly, using their unique abilities to support each other and to overcome each challenge.

As the competition drew to a close, Ethan and Lin Na looked back on the experience with pride. They knew that they had given it their all and that they had shown the other cultivators what they were capable of, even with Lin Na's disability.

In the end, they were declared the winners of the competition, receiving praise and admiration from their fellow cultivators and the council members. They felt a sense of triumph, knowing that they had overcome adversity once again, and that they had emerged stronger and more skilled than ever before.