Everyone was well aware that if a Great Sage were to fight seriously, they would be no match for them. If that were truly the case, it would definitely not be a good thing for them.
“You are all students of Zhongzhou Academy, and more importantly, the pride of Zhongzhou Academy!”
Elder Wuming stood in the center of Wuyun Peak, looking at everyone present. “However, if you wish to participate in the Pinnacle Competition, you must remain undefeated for one hundred moves. Only then will you be qualified!”
“Elder Wuming, what if no one can last for a hundred moves?”
A disciple inquired, “Will the Pinnacle Battle be canceled then?”
“If I cannot even defeat them within a hundred moves, what qualifications do they have to hold a Pinnacle Battle?” Elder Wuming stated authoritatively, “It can only be said that you are incompetent, and the Pinnacle Battle cannot commence!”
At these words, everyone present felt a sense of helplessness and were at a loss for what to do.
“Don’t worry, there will definitely be someone who can last for over a hundred moves this time!”
A disciple beside them said, “I heard that Senior Brother Lin Wuya has already come out of seclusion. Once he does, lasting for over a hundred moves won’t be difficult!”
“Lin Wuya!”
Upon hearing the name, many disciples present shivered, feeling a sense of familiarity and a hint of apprehension.
This was a legend of Zhongzhou Academy, and Lin Wuya was the pride of Zhongzhou Academy. At such a young age, he had already stepped into the realm of Half-step Great Sage, and it was even possible for him to become a true Great Sage. To become a Great Sage at such a young age, he might even become an Ancient Great Emperor in the future.
Such peerless prodigies naturally made people envious, and many admired him greatly. It was a pity that Lin Wuya was solely focused on cultivation and paid no attention to other matters.
Meanwhile, Elder Wuming looked at everyone and said, “Whoever wishes to challenge, you can step forward directly! As long as you can withstand me for a hundred moves, you will qualify for the Pinnacle Battle!”
The crowd exchanged glances, but no one stepped forward, their hearts filled with trepidation. This was a Great Sage expert, and fighting a Great Sage head-on was no trivial matter; it could even lead to a fatal outcome.
After a long while, seeing that no one stepped up, Elder Wuming shook his head. “It seems that the students of this batch are indeed rather weak. Held once every hundred years, this batch has somewhat disappointed me!”
A few young men heard this and felt instant displeasure. They immediately rushed forward, but before they could even make a move, Elder Wuming swept them away.
Elder Wuming would not lie. He had said they had to last a hundred moves, and he would naturally go all out. As for those of inferior strength, even if they entered the arena, they would be of no use whatsoever.
Witnessing this scene, everyone instantly panicked, realizing that Elder Wuming was not going to hold back and intended to fight seriously.
However, given the situation, besides Lin Wuya, who else could truly fight Elder Wuming for a hundred rounds?
“So difficult, so very difficult!” Ouyang Qingqing shook her head. “Elder Wuming’s strength is too great. It’s almost impossible to last for a hundred moves under him. With my strength, I probably wouldn’t even qualify for ten moves!”
“How do you know if you don’t try!”
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders slightly, appearing even more confident, as if everything was possible in his eyes.
“That’s right, how do you know if you don’t try!”
The Young Master of the Tao Family also nodded slightly, looking eager to try. It remained to be seen if he could last under Elder Wuming.
Meanwhile, quite a few people had already entered the arena, but not a single one could last for ten moves, all being blasted out of the ring by Elder Wuming.
Elder Wuming also shook his head, feeling a sense of helplessness. They had thought that the students of this year would not disappoint him, but now, it seemed he was somewhat disappointed.
Zhongzhou Academy had such excellent resources, yet it could not cultivate true prodigies. This made him, as a mentor, feel a slight sense of helplessness.
Seeing many figures being knocked down, Ouyang Qingqing could not hold back any longer and leaped forward. “Let me try!”
Everyone watched, not very familiar with this woman. However, Ouyang Qingqing was confident. As the Divine Maiden of the Northern Region, she was naturally not an ordinary person.
“Make your move!” Elder Wuming stood in place, showing no intention of moving.
Ouyang Qingqing felt insulted and was extremely displeased. In an instant, the spiritual energy in her hands surged, and a powerful Dharma seal was unleashed, causing even the entire Wuyun Peak to tremble.
“So strong, such a powerful fluctuation!”
Many men exclaimed in surprise, wondering who this Ouyang Qingqing was, to possess such immense power.
Elder Wuming’s eyes lit up, and he leaped forward. This should be the first person to make him move, but that was all.
In that instant, Elder Wuming exchanged ten palms with Ouyang Qingqing. Unfortunately, at the tenth palm, Ouyang Qingqing lost her balance, spat out a mouthful of blood, and was sent flying backward.
The crowd was shocked. To exchange ten palms with a Great Sage-level expert was no small feat and made them extremely envious.
However, according to the rules, Ouyang Qingqing was still not selected and thus could not participate in the Pinnacle Battle.
“So Elder Wuming didn’t plan to use any techniques, only relying on physical strength!” Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders slightly. If that were the case, let alone a hundred moves, even a thousand moves would not make Lu Fan flinch.
How could one reach the Great Sage realm and not be an extraordinary person? However, on second thought, Lu Fan’s current physique might not fear a direct clash with a Great Sage. The Ancient Divine Body was never just for show. Su Dan Novel Network.
“Are you alright?”
Lu Fan looked at Ouyang Qingqing and asked.
“Of course I’m fine. I just didn’t expect Elder Wuming to be so strong. It seems I underestimated him!” Ouyang Qingqing said with a wry smile. “You must be extremely careful when you make your move!”
Lu Fan nodded slightly, a smile appearing on his face, looking quite calm.
The Young Master of the Tao Family also narrowed his eyes. If it were a contest of physical strength, he was somewhat helpless. His greatest strength lay in his spiritual energy, not in close combat. But if he were to use his spiritual energy, Elder Wuming would also use his, and then he would likely suffer an even more tragic fate.
“It seems no one will be able to enter the Pinnacle Battle after all!”
Elder Wuming shook his head. “The previous session had ten people who could enter the Pinnacle Battle, but this session is truly disappointing!”
The people present exchanged glances, feeling a sense of helplessness. Especially after being told this, they felt it was even harder to bear. They were all heavenly prodigies, so how could they admit to being inferior to others? This was a great humiliation to them.