Chapter 979: Everyone Has Their Own Way

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There was still some time before the third round of the Martial Arts Competition, which many found to be precious. Everyone was actively preparing for battle, while some were making clandestine moves.

Following the manipulation by some interested parties, there were many rumors outside. Some said that the leader of Xuanjian Sect might not win because his opponent was not weak either. They had even exchanged blows before, resulting in a tie.

Others went as far as to suggest betting on both, placing a larger wager on the leader of Xuanjian Sect and a smaller one on the other. This way, though the winnings might be smaller, the loss would accordingly be reduced.

Such rumors grew and spread wider, even reaching Gu Fan's ears, but Gu Fan did not react too much, as it was all within his expectations.

Mo Yun was somewhat impressed, as things were unfolding exactly as Gu Fan had said.