Yao Yuesheng and Zhou Zixuan’s faces were completely overcome with unparalleled joy.
“No wonder Bai Zhanchen and the others hadn’t made a move. They were hiding such a terrifying trump card. I believe the biggest winner this time will definitely be the Chaoyang Sect.”
Zhou Zixuan’s tone was full of sweetness and pride, as if she herself was a member of the Chaoyang Sect.
Yao Yuesheng said, “Are you already turning your elbow outward so quickly?”
“Doesn’t the Saintess also have a soft spot for that kid?”
“You~”
Both of them blushed. In these cultivation sects, a Saintess could marry and have children. Only the Chixiao Sect was a special case.
At this moment, the seven disciples of the Canglong Sect had already lost their momentum to their opponents. Moreover, their strongest member, Yuan Che, had lost to the man named Qin Baobao in the first single combat match. With this shift in power, their chances of winning had become quite slim, especially since even the atmosphere outside the arena was in favor of the Chaoyang Sect.
This competition, before it even began, had already lost sixty percent of its potential.
Suddenly, Yuan Che stepped forward and called out, “Qin Baobao, I, Yuan Che, have received your help and should have no face to fight anymore. However, I believe that people like us, if we give up the final battle due to self-reproach or cowardice, it would be a disrespect to our opponents. Therefore, I shamelessly step forward. Before this, I thank you. From now on, let us fight without any reservations and give it our all. Whether we win or lose, we will accept it gracefully.”
As soon as these words were spoken, although it embarrassed Mo Xinghe, it also bolstered the reputation of the Canglong Sect. It seemed like a concession, but it was actually a way to boost their own morale.
“I didn’t expect Yuan Che to be so much more lovable than the Sect Master when he calmed down,” Yao Yuesheng couldn’t help but laugh.
Ren Yuanhao cupped his fists and said, “These are the words a true cultivator should speak. I, Ren Yuanhao, accept this challenge.”
After he finished speaking, he also drew his Wuji Blade.
…
The battle continued for about half an hour, its ferocity being the most exaggerated in nearly a hundred years. The ice-bed arena, which was previously thought to be indestructible, had cracked and splintered. It would likely take another three years for it to re-condense.
And the outcome, as expected, was that Ren Yuanhao’s side had the advantage of time, place, and people. Coupled with the intense desire for revenge from the other six disciples, the battle was largely controlled by the Chaoyang Sect.
After this grand competition, the Chaoyang Sect’s influence was bound to surpass that of the Canglong Sect. Thinking of the traitor who had stabbed their junior sister Han Ling Shuang before the competition, one could imagine how furious they would be if they were here.
At this moment, Mo Xinghe’s expression was the most unsightly. Before coming here, he had planned to secure at least two spots in the Dragon Pool. Now, forget two, not even one had been secured. And the more this was the case, the more displeased Wu Liti, who was by his side, looked.
After all, could Mo Xinghe, who had promised a spot, still keep his promise when faced with this situation?
“I declare that the winner of the second team battle is the Chaoyang Sect.”
Mo Xinghe seemed to have lost his soul, even forgetting about the final spot vote. If not for Wu Liti reminding him, he would have led them away.
“Sect Master Mo, there is still one last spot. The Yuehan Sect dares to ask you to keep your promise.”
Mo Xinghe gave a chillingly tragic cold laugh, “Although my methods are not exactly honorable, a promise is a promise. I will not shortchange you on what I agreed to.”
Hearing this, the heavy stone in Wu Liti’s heart finally fell.
The subsequent vote was without much suspense. As a result, after deliberation by the Chaoyang Sect, Ren Yuanhao and Han Ling Shuang would enter the Dragon Pool, along with Huang Yue, who was approved by the votes of Wu Liti and Mo Xinghe. These three would enter the Dragon Pool, which could only be opened with the four clan keys.
“Hoo, the Dragon Pool ah~”
Han Ling Shuang felt as if she were dreaming.
Tang Feng, Bai Zhanchen, and the others doted on their junior sister, saying, “Yes, once we enter the Dragon Pool, all six of us from the Chaoyang Sect will have reached the Foundation Establishment realm!”
This outcome was something they could not even have dreamed of before Ren Yuanhao’s arrival. These past few days felt more like an unreal dream.
Among these people, Ren Yuanhao remained remarkably calm because the system girl was preparing to play a trick again.
“Beep beep, Ren Yuanhao, if I think it’s necessary, you can dive down after entering the Dragon Pool to take a look. What if~”
“Alas, Miss, unrestrained desire is not good. To be honest, I really don’t hope that the secrets beneath the Dragon Pool are uncovered. If that were the case, at least this paradise could continue to exist.”
The system giggled charmingly,
“Oh? Then are you blaming me for being greedy? I apologize, I am just an artificial intelligence, and I only judge what is most beneficial to the host. As for sentiments or emotions, they are not within my consideration.”
Ren Yuanhao actually understood why the system girl said that. After all, the next mission was extremely perilous, infiltrating a place surrounded by wolves. A slight misstep could lead to eternal damnation. Every additional method would mean an additional chance to survive.
Moreover, he vaguely felt that Zhang Liang and Jiang Cheng seemed to have already met, which was probably the sense of crisis.
“Alright, I will observe carefully. Without affecting this place, I will do as you wish.”
A moment later, Ren Yuanhao, Han Ling Shuang, and Huang Yue, led by Mo Xinghe, slowly moved towards a descending cave behind the building.
“The gate to the Dragon Pool has been opened. Three individuals, the heaven and earth spiritual energy inside is abundant. Absorb as much as you can, it is your fortune.”
Mo Xinghe pointed to the deep cave whose restrictions had been lifted, and then disappeared before the three of them.
“Let’s go.” Ren Yuanhao led the way, Han Ling Shuang followed closely, and Huang Yue brought up the rear.
As soon as they entered the cave, all light dimmed instantly. The air was so clean and fresh that they didn’t feel like they were in a cave at all, but rather in a mountain with lush trees and verdant grass.
“This cave has existed for too long. I heard the pool is in the depths of the cave, and the time to absorb spiritual energy is determined by one’s cultivation and physical strength. So, even if I enter this Dragon Pool, I feel like I’m losing out. If Senior Brother Tang Feng were to enter, he would surely be able to absorb more spiritual energy.”
Han Ling Shuang muttered, her male attire making her entire face appear even more spirited and delicate.
The three slowly moved forward. Although there was no light, they could still advance in the dark purely by the spiritual energy emanating from the Dragon Pool. Soon, a pool emitting a faint green water glow appeared before them.