On the Drill Ground, few remained. All were filled with a fierce aura, glaring menacingly in all directions.
However, when they saw Jiang Wen standing above the chess piece, their expressions were astonished. No matter what, the cultivators had not expected that the Xiaojing of the Purple Cloud Palace would be defeated by an unknown person. This was truly absurd, after all, who didn't know Xiaojing's strength?
Possessing a unique physique, wielding all the fires of the world. Even those in the Dao Palace realm would find this troublesome, let alone them. It was rumored that Xiaojing could transform into fire, appearing and disappearing at will. Even if heavily injured, they could be reborn in flames. Sufficient to possess an immortal and indestructible form; as long as the fire did not go out, Xiaojing would not be defeated.
Even those currently on the Drill Ground did not have much confidence in defeating Xiaojing. Although they each possessed divine abilities, they didn't feel they could do much to Xiaojing. Among the several strong individuals present, Xiaojing also possessed the strength to contend for the top spot.
But now, this kind of prodigy was defeated by someone, and the one who defeated them was an unknown person. Whether it was the descendant of the Nanqi King or Ming Ji of the Ming Royal Clan, they both stared at Jiang Wen.
"This person is truly beyond our expectations," Li Zhaoming said, looking at Jiang Wen with a solemn expression. "I have never heard of this person's story, who exactly is he?"
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"I don't know either, but I observe that the aura on his body is obscure, and he doesn't seem like a strong person. But to be able to defeat the Xiaojing of the Purple Cloud Palace, this person must have hidden his strength. If we face him, we must not be careless."
The others discussed, but Ming Ji remained silent. She sat quietly in place, wiping the sword in her hand. Ming Ji felt it was only natural that Jiang Wen could win. She had fought with this person, and although it seemed like they were evenly matched, Ming Ji could feel that the other party was holding back. His strength was like an undercurrent beneath a glacier, making it difficult for her to see through.
However… Ming Ji stroked her sword, her expression serious.
"No matter how strong you are, I will definitely fight you," she thought, her fighting spirit undiminished, her sword intent sharp and exposed.
For a swordsman, one should be indomitable and move forward courageously. If there is fear in the heart, the sword's edge will naturally break. This is the way of the sword cultivator, the way of sharpness.
As if sensing something, Ming Ji raised her head and looked towards Jiang Wen, only to see that he was wearing a Dharma robe, fluttering fiercely in the wind. His eyes were like the great sun, shining brightly. His gaze was brilliant and unapproachable! Making eye contact with Ming Ji, it was like being illuminated by the blazing sun. The light was fully exposed, yet it also carried universal benevolence.
Ming Ji was naturally unafraid, she raised her chin. After making eye contact with Jiang Wen for a moment, Jiang Wen nodded and looked away.
Ming Ji then heard his steady voice传来: "The champion of the Drill Ground Tournament will definitely be Jiang Taixu."
"Arrogant!"
"Impudent!"
Hearing such a declaration, the people on the chess pieces also found it difficult to sit still. After all, this person was so arrogant, how could the prodigies present endure it? Who wasn't a figure who looked down upon the masses and was famous in one area? Who wasn't a darling of the heavens and a pillar of the future in the mouths of others? Who didn't have a heart of pride and a desire to compete?
They were already being modest on this Drill Ground, but unexpectedly, someone was now uttering such big words, truly provoking the public's anger.
Seeing the heroes stirred up, Jiang Wen smiled. He lifted his Dharma robe and pointed at the crowd: "If anyone is not convinced, come and fight."
After saying that, he sat on the chess piece. Holding a scroll, he waited quietly for his opponent.
Whether inside or outside the Mountain and River Realm, they were all shocked by Jiang Wen's words. For a time, all kinds of gazes converged on him, trying to see what kind of background this arrogant person had.
Even the Heavenly King, who was sitting high on the throne, also opened his eyes at this moment, looking at Jiang Wen with interest.
"Interesting," the Heavenly King said with a chuckle. He picked up a snack brought by a maid and took a bite. He looked at the ministers and said again. "Our Taicang heroes should be like this. If they don't compete to cross a hundred rivers and show their heroic spirit, they will inevitably tarnish the reputation of my Taicang. The heroes of the world all have great ambitions. Fearless of a hundred battles, striving for the top spot. In this way, Taicang can stand in the world, and our hundred tribes of the human race can survive on this desolate ancient land."
"Pass on my decree, whoever can win the championship. I will personally teach the Dharma!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone was shocked. The Heavenly King's teaching of the Dharma was truly a rare opportunity in ten thousand years. You must know that since the establishment of Tianyuan City, Taicang has swept away millions of foreign races, annexed old lands and merged new lands. Its momentum swept across the eight wildernesses, swallowing the sky and spitting out the earth, and all under the sky was the King's land, and all that could be seen were the King's subjects. Taicang's territory was expanding every day, and the number of Taicang's subjects was increasing every day.
As Taicang's de facto regent, the Heavenly King was naturally supreme. However, for ten thousand years, the Heavenly King no longer took action. Instead, he sat in Tianyuan City, in charge of Taicang's world.
Now, winning the championship could allow the Heavenly King to teach the Dharma, and all who heard this were crazy.
Some regretted why they hadn't participated, some regretted that they were not strong enough to be eliminated. Still others were lost in thought, pondering the meaning of the Heavenly King's words.
Everyone had their own ulterior motives, but no one knew why the Heavenly King would say such a thing.
The kings and marquises sitting near the Heavenly King frowned, thinking about the meaning of the Heavenly King's words.
The prodigies in the Mountain and River Realm naturally did not know what was happening outside. At this moment, they raised their heads to look at the sky, and golden light was already falling.
There were not many people present, and the battle of life and death was about to begin.
"Next one," Jiang Wen said lightly, standing on the chess piece.
The crowd outside was a little numb. Only after seeing this person's滔天攻势 just now did they understand how terrifying this person really was.
Whether it was fire magic or water magic, he had a way to deal with it. And in close combat, he even had a hand in the Tuoba clan's Four Beasts Battle Technique, and those who fought him had no power to fight back.
"This, is this his true strength?!"
"What are those five Treasures? How can they resolve the dual laws of water and fire?"
The discussions continued, and everyone already had a candidate for the champion of the Drill Ground Tournament.
Xue stood in the crowd, listening to their discussions, and looked at Jiang Wen with a smile: "Sure enough, I didn't misjudge you. Your strength is really not that simple."
"This young man is really not simple, it seems that he was still showing mercy that day," a charming voice came from the side, but it was the Holy Maiden of the Holy Fire Sect who appeared. She stood next to Xue, her expression a little solemn, and an unusual expression appeared on her always smiling face. "This person's origin is unknown, Xue, are you really confident? If our plan fails, she may be more vigilant."
"I think he is competent," Xue said. "It's you, have you thought about it?"
"Thought about it? What else can I think about?" The Holy Maiden of the Holy Fire Sect sneered. "From the moment I was born, wasn't my fate already destined? If I can save it, I don't care."
"Are you really willing to give up everything you have now?" Xue asked again.
"I don't want to, but, I am willing," the Holy Maiden of the Holy Fire Sect said, her voice gradually lowering.
