I'm Beloved By All Due To My Investment (Patreon)

Chapter 68: Can the results be announced now?

While many disciples were discussing.

On a high platform.

Swoosh

Suddenly, an elder in purple appeared. After his appearance, with a single hand pressed down, the entire Zhengdao Peak instantly quieted down.

"The Core Disciple Assessment for this year begins now!"

"The rules are the same as in previous years. When competing, stop at the point of acknowledgment. No killing is allowed. The one who falls from the high platform first loses!"

"The first match—"

"Li Xun against Zhao Heng!"

After saying that, the elder in purple did not leave the high platform but stood at the edge.

After all., In previous years, many disciples were prone to go all out during matches, risking fatal consequences. Having an elder standing nearby at this time highlighted its value.

"He's here! In the past, the most anticipated match was usually the finale. Unexpectedly, this year it happens in the first round. Let's see how Zhao Heng will end up after provoking Senior Brother Li Xun yesterday."

"A mediocre cultivator who has practiced for nearly two hundred years and only reached the late-stage Profound Core realm dared to provoke a genius who reached the middle-stage Profound Core realm in just two years of cultivation. Does he really think being a genius is just about cultivating fast?"

"On the other hand, Senior Brother Li Xun, though a genius, is it too imprudent to face Zhao Heng in the first round? Even if he wins in the end, he might suffer serious injuries.

This way, won't it give other Senior Brothers a great advantage?"

"Senior Brother Li Xun must have his confidence to dare to face Zhao Heng in the first round!"

Around the high platform, discussions continued.

At this moment, the disciples of Xuanyang Sect had already filled the surroundings.

Every one of them eagerly awaited. Among these disciples, 99% were supporters of Li Xun. This overwhelming support was mainly because of Li Xun's excellent reputation in the past.

On the contrary, Zhao Heng's reputation was almost notorious.

Boom!

Just then, the entire platform suddenly shook. A majestic figure descended from the sky, landing in the center of the high platform. He carried a huge sword on his back, his unkempt hair flying, and his whole body exuded a demonic aura.

"Where's Li Xun~?"

Zhao Heng spoke, his eyes disdainful, displaying a sense of arrogance and dominance.

After practicing for nearly two hundred years, he was not bothered by some rumors. He even had some expectations. If he could defeat Li Xun later, what would the expressions of others be like?

"I've been here for a while."

A faint voice came from behind.

Zhao Heng abruptly turned around, his face extremely unsightly. He had just taunted, yet the opponent had already arrived behind him without him realizing.

If Li Xun had struck just now.

He would have already lost!

Because of his clumsy performance just now, laughter erupted from the audience.

The laughter reached Zhao Heng's ears, making his expression even more unsightly. He didn't think that Li Xun didn't make a move just now to give him an opportunity. Instead, in his view, it was more like a humiliation!

"You've angered me!"

Zhao Heng took a step back, took a deep breath, and the huge sword on his back crashed to the ground, emitting a deafening sound. A brilliant divine light bloomed on it, extending for over ten zhang.

The enormous sword emitted boundless malevolent aura, making people shudder.

It was hard to imagine that such a terrifying aura could be generated from a sword. One couldn't help but wonder how many people Zhao Heng had killed to accumulate such formidable power.

Seeing this sword, even the elder in purple nearby couldn't help but frown.

"Die!"

With a loud shout, Zhao Heng shattered the high platform with a single step, transforming into a stream of light and swiftly rushing towards Li Xun. A violent momentum swept out, like a king sweeping across the high platform.

The killing intent soared into the clouds, causing the heavens and earth to tremble. Countless sword lights converged, forming a towering pillar of light that pierced through the void, fiercely slashing towards Li Xun.

The sharpness was almost overwhelming, making many people's hearts skip a beat.

"Can Senior Brother Li Xun defeat Zhao Heng?"

Feeling the imposing manner when Zhao Heng made his move, even Ye Han felt a chill. In his mind, he quickly asked.

"The outcome is already decided!"

An old voice responded indifferently.

As soon as he spoke.

Li Xun, who had been calm and composed, suddenly took a step forward. His clothes fluttered without any extra movements. With a casual punch, containing an enormous force of billions, his blood and energy suddenly erupted, condensing into a heavenly dragon that roared as it rushed out from Li Xun's arm.

Boom!

A deafening sound.

The blood and energy condensed dragon collided with the towering sword pillar, producing a deafening roar.

Sword lights scattered, turning into an ocean of swords, and a terrifying storm swept in all directions, destroying everything in its path.

Even the high platform, which had been extremely sturdy after countless years of competitions, showed numerous cracks under this power, appearing as if it could collapse at any moment.

"What's the result?"

"Who won?"

"There's light everywhere; I can't see anything!"

As many people craned their necks, curious about the outcome on the high platform, with a "bang," a dilapidated figure fell from the high platform.

Many disciples quickly crowded around to take a look.

However, with just one glance, many people took a cold breath. The once arrogant Zhao Heng now had no intact part on his body.

The giant sword in his hand had disappeared, leaving only a hilt. His chest was even caved in, and it was unclear how many bones had shattered.

"Ah– this—"

Countless people are getting nervous.

They already know in advance that Senior Brother would win against Zhao Heng. However, what they didn't expect was that Senior Brother Li Xun would win so decisively.

They also didn't anticipate that Zhao Heng would lose so thoroughly.

It seems that the weapons he had refined for many years have been completely shattered.

"Elder, can the result be announced now?"

On the high platform.

Li Xun casually said.

"Oh, yes, it can."

Elder in purple looked deeply at Li Xun, quickly recovering from the shock.

In his heart now, the evaluation of Li Xun is reduced to just six words.

This guy is terrifying!

With just one punch, he defeated someone who was a small realm higher than himself, and he looked like he had plenty of energy left. It's hard to imagine how terrifying he would be if he went all out.

"Cough!"

The purple-clad elder returned to the center of the high platform again. He cleared his throat and slowly announced, "In the first round, Li Xun wins!"

"Senior Brother Li is mighty!"

Among the inner disciples, someone shouted loudly.

Li Xun's punch seemed to release years of pent-up frustration for them. After all, many disciples had been oppressed by Zhao Heng or his subordinates.

They couldn't afford to offend Zhao Heng, but seeing Li Xun defeat Zhao Heng so decisively today made them extremely excited, as if they had personally defeated Zhao Heng.

For a moment, the entire area under the high platform was boiling with excitement among countless disciples.