Chapter 184: Almost Two Hundred Years, He Finally Sent Someone!
“Has the first round’s match list been released?” Yuan Cang asked.
“Yes, it’s here.” The subordinate quickly presented it.
“It hasn’t been submitted yet, right?”
“Good.” Yuan Cang nodded, then opened the list and quickly found the line for Tai Xuan Sect of Tianling Precture.
Tai Xuan Sect of Tianling Prefecture versus Qinghui Sword Sect of Tiansheng Prefecture.
“How strong is the Qinghui Sword Sect?” Yuan Cang asked.
“It’s a first-grade sect, promoted a hundred years ago. Their strength is decent,” the subordinate replied.
“Only first-grade?” Yuan Cang frowned slightly.
Besides Meng Changqing, that monstrous genius, Tai Xuan Sect had no shortage of other formidable talents.
Innate Sword Body, Stone Human Bloodline, Overlord Meridians — these were all extremely rare traits.
For any force, even having one would be considered lucky, let alone so many!
“Replace it with a grand sect or ancient clan.” Yuan Cang said, closing the list. Discover more novels at noveⅼfire.net
“Huh?” The subordinate was stunned, then said, “Elder, that’s against the rules. Even though it hasn’t been submitted, the Monitoring Pavilion is aware of it.
“Changing the match list without permission is a serious offense!”
“Don’t be afraid. If there’s an issue, let the Monitoring Pavilion come to me,” Yuan Cang said nonchalantly.
Hearing this, the subordinate pursed his lips and could only choose to step back.
This Elder Yuan Cang, though just an elder, held a significant position in the pavilion because he came from Zhongzhou!
He seemed to have an extremely deep background.
He had previously done several things that crossed the line, but they all ended up being brushed under the rug.
“Hmph, Tai Xuan Sect.” Yuan Cang stepped out of the pavilion, sneering repeatedly, “I’ll make sure you fall in the first round!”
Manipulating things in this way was just to disgust Tai Xuan Sect.
The real move would come after the Southern Genius Battle.
As the ancient bell rang out, the Genius Battle officially began!
The first group to take the stage were just two first-grade forces.
Both sent out three disciples in the Divine Attainment Realm.
For a first-grade force, Divine Attainment was the limit. There wouldn’t be any Life and Death Realm participants.
That was something only grand sects could possibly cultivate.
With so many eyes on them at once, it created immense mental pressure.
As a result, it was evident that many prodigies were not in their best states.
Only those who had often faced large audiences could maintain absolute calm on such a stage.
After half a stick of incense, one side emerged victorious, while the three disciples on the other side lay on the ground, unconscious.
On this stage, you could choose one-on-one or have all six fight at once.
In the end, it was just about who was still standing!
Though it was just a battle between first-grade forces, it was still quite exciting.
Sometimes there were single duels, sometimes one against two.
Various techniques and skills were on display, offering a refreshing spectacle.
Soon, the second group took the stage.
It was a similar scenario — a match between first-grade forces.
Meng Changqing stood at the edge of the hanging ancient mountain.
He was focused, continuously observing the fights below.
Everyone who made it here was a young, strong prodigy.
Though none were his match, their techniques and skills were still valuable.
With his current level of understanding, a little bit of thought would yield insights.
It was also a way to continuously build his martial arts foundation.
“Tianheng Prefecture, Ice and Snow Divine Palace.
“Tianling Prefecture, Tai Xuan Sect!”
As the second group finished, the announcement quickly followed.
“Ice and Snow Divine Palace!”
“A grand sect finally appears!”
“Tianheng Prefecture is the fourth-ranked Prefecture in our southern region, home to two grand sects, one of which is the Ice and Snow Divine Palace!”
“Rumor has it that the core disciple of the Ice and Snow Divine Palace has already reached the Life and Death Realm and is very powerful!”
“Before the changes to the competition format, they were strong contenders for the top twenty!”
The crowd buzzed with excitement.
Compared to first and second-grade forces, grand sects were naturally fewer in number.
Most expected to see them much later in the competition.
Who would have thought they’d appear in the third group!
But who was their opponent?
“Tianling Prefecture, Tai Xuan Sect?”
“Have you heard of them? They sound unfamiliar.”
“No, but Tianling Prefecture is nearly the last-ranked Prefecture, right? It’s a weak place without even a first-grade force.”
“They must be a first-grade force. I vaguely heard about them recently.”
“Only a first-grade force? That’s really tragic, going up against a grand sect. If it were me, I’d just surrender.”
The crowd discussed, their words full of sympathy.
After all, the gap between a first-grade force and a grand sect was truly obvious — there was no comparison.
However, in another realm, when many top-tier forces’ leaders heard the name Tai Xuan Sect, they instinctively stood up!
For the first time, a change appeared on their calm faces, as if they remembered something!
The originally closed-eyed Pavilion Master of the Nine-Colored Glazed Pavilion suddenly opened his eyes!
A terrifying aura seeped out, causing the surrounding disciples and elders to retreat.
“Father, what’s wrong?” Yu Hongxue was a bit surprised.
She had never seen her father so emotionally stirred before.
“Almost two hundred years, and he finally sent someone?” The Pavilion Master slowly stood up.
Although his voice was calm, everyone could feel the waves surging in his heart, like a storm brewing!
“Father, what are you talking about?” Yu Hongxue didn’t understand. “Is this Tai Xuan Sect very powerful?”
She searched her mind but couldn’t find any information about Tai Xuan Sect.
It wasn’t a top grand sect either.
“Young Pavilion Master, nearly two hundred years ago, there was once a second-grade sect…” an informed elder beside her began to explain the situation.
“Xi Yingqing!” The Pavilion Master walked to the edge, his deep eyes directly focusing on the battlefield below.
Not only him, but many top-tier force leaders also left their seats, their eyes all fixed on the field.
It was as if the previously ordinary match suddenly gained a different significance!
On the ancient mountain, hearing the name of his sect, Meng Changqing was slightly stunned.
He didn’t expect Tai Xuan Sect to be called so soon.
It was only the third group, right?
But it didn’t matter. The sooner, the better. He had been itching to get down there after watching from above.
“Senior Brother.” Meng Changqing turned around.
“Go ahead, but always stay vigilant.” The Great Elder nodded with a warm smile.
Among all the senior brothers and sisters, only the Great Elder truly felt like an elder.
“Junior Brother, take them down! The southern region should remember the glory of the past!”
Ku Fengchun raised his fist.
“The Tai Xuan Eighteen Sons are in the past. Now is your time.” Hua Ciyan approached and helped Meng Changqing straighten his collar a bit.
“Mm.” Meng Changqing smiled slightly.