Chapter 730: The Bet (Please Subscribe)_1

The next day, all disciples and elders of the Xuantian Sect had started to stir, because today was the day of the grand competition between the five main peaks!

In the picturesque area behind the Xuantian Sect, preparations had already been underway early for the Five Peaks Competition. The entire venue spread across thousands of meters, divided into six arenas!

Given the multitude of the sect members and the participation of at least several hundred disciples, this method was adopted to save time!

However, even before the Five Peaks Competition had begun, numerous disciples in long robes had started to enter, quickly filling up the entire area. Had there not been a passage left around each arena, it would have become impassable in no time!

The disciples excitedly discussed among themselves, "Finally, it's today. We still don't know which peak will come out on top in this Five Peaks Competition!"

"My bet is on Hidden Sword Peak. They won the last time—chances are they will retain the title!"

"No matter which peak, it definitely won't be Tianlan Peak. I reckon they can't even muster enough people!"

"That's right, that's right. Although Tianlan Peak has won the Five Peaks Competition multiple times before, times have changed!"

"You guys could be wrong there. I heard that Tianlan Peak has recently taken on a new disciple, just sixteen by the looks of it, yet already at the Foundation Establishment Seventh Level, what a pity though..."

Soon after, Xu Sheng, who had arrived on time, along with Yun Cong and others who had come to spectate, had also reached the back mountain...

Xu Sheng's dark eyes first scanned the scenery of the entire back mountain, praising, "Such a beautiful back mountain! It would be even better if there were fewer people."

The horde of disciples completely obscured the scenery of the back mountain, adding a sense of stuffiness to the whole space!

By his side, Mu Yun lamented, "It seems like there are more disciples participating in the Five Peaks Competition this time! Last time it was just a little over half this number."

Yun Cong nodded, deep in thought, "Indeed, Junior Brother Xu, to win the title, it looks like you will have to work even harder."

Mo Qingyue spoke with a slightly grave expression, "The title? That seems hardly possible. Sure, Foundation Establishment Seventh Level is fairly good, but occasionally, there are also core disciples of the Golden Core Stage in the Five Peaks Competition!"

Those core disciples of the Golden Core Stage were definitely not to be underestimated! Especially the gap between the two realms—it's quite significant!

Xu Sheng responded with a light smile, "If it's Golden Core Stage we're talking about, it shouldn't be too much trouble!"

Yun Cong's eyes lit up, "You see, our Junior Brother Xu is just that confident. We as senior brothers and sisters naturally have to trust him!"

Inwardly he thought, "Junior Brother Xu is so confident; could it be that he has some unknown ace up his sleeve?"

Just then, a terrifying pressure burst forth in the skies above the back mountain, instantly silencing all the disciples who were discussing!

They saw the Sect Master Mu Qingge and the five Peak Masters of the main peaks arriving on their personal swords, the halo of light beneath their feet creating streaks across the sky...

Additionally, dozens of Enforcement Hall Elders followed closely behind. Each Elder's cultivation level was at least above the Foundation Establishment Seventh Level!

After Mu Qingge and the five Peak Masters had descended steadily, they took their seats that had been arranged and ready.

The former glanced at one of the Enforcement Hall Elders and nodded...

Understanding the cue, the latter immediately mingled his spiritual power with his voice and shouted, "Please, all disciples participating in the competition and those spectating, remain quiet! The Five Peaks Competition now officially begins!"

"This Five Peaks Competition will be supervised entirely by the Enforcement Hall. Should anyone be found using forbidden techniques or leveraging elixirs, they will face severe punishment without leniency!"

With these words, the emotions of the mass of Xuantian Sect disciples below were directly stirred, and they all became excited...

After a brief pause, the Enforcement Hall Elder spoke again, "Now, the list for this competition has been drawn up. Disciples participating in the Five Peaks Competition, please quickly proceed to your respective battle arena when you hear your name called out!"

"Miao Miao Peak: Ruo Ziyin versus Hidden Sword Peak: Lin Yan."

"Medicine Imperial Peak: Jin Can versus Luoqing Peak: Zhang Tong!"

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"Tianlan Peak: Xu Sheng vs. Hidden Sword Peak: Nuo Xuan"

As soon as the Enforcement Hall Elder finished reading this sentence, it immediately caused a stir among the disciples below!

A female disciple from Misty Peak exclaimed in surprise, "What? The newcomer to Tianlan Peak got picked for the first round!"

The disciple from Hidden Sword Peak by her side smacked his lips and said, "It's over, it's over. It looks like Tianlan Peak is destined for last place this time!"

"I really don't know what Tianlan Peak is thinking. To send a disciple to a match where they'll end up last regardless; why bother if it just leads to the same result?"

"Why can't they just gracefully accept last place? Instead, they go on stage just to find discomfort! Just a new disciple who joined our Xuantian Sect, who could they possibly beat?"

Yun Cong's gaze, however, was on Xu Sheng, offering encouragement, "Don't mind those guys, go on! Junior Brother Xu, give it your all, take these guys down!"

Mu Yun also nodded and said, "Exactly! I believe that your opponent in the first round stands no chance against you!"

Mo Qingyue smiled and said, "Junior Brother Xu, whether Tianlan Peak ends up last or not now depends on you!"

Xu Sheng nodded, "Hmm! Then I shall head to the arena first!"

With those words, he pulled out his Tianyu Sword and rushed towards his designated arena...

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On the other side, Mu Qingge, who was watching the arena from the front, scanned the crowd with a calm gaze and said, "This Sect competition is even more rigorous than last time!"

This was because almost every youngest core disciple of the Peak Masters had emerged from seclusion!

There were already three or four disciples at the Golden Core Stage alone! It could be said the other disciples were merely gaining experience, while only these few were the real contenders for the rankings!

At that moment, Muhuan, Cangjian Peak's Peak Master, glanced at Yun Churan and said softly, "Junior Sister Yun, how about we make a bet?"

Yun Churan's ice-blue eyes gave him a glance as she replied coldly, "Elder Brother, what would you like to bet on?"

Muhuan smiled, a hidden sharpness in his tone, "I've noticed that it wasn't easy for your Tianlan Peak to get a new disciple, so let's bet on whether he can help Tianlan Peak improve its ranking in the Sect competition! How about that?"

Yun Churan's tone grew colder, "And if I choose not to bet?"

Muhuan spread his hands, indicating nonchalance, "It's fine if you don't want to bet. That would simply mean Junior Sister Yun has no confidence in her own disciple and confirms that Tianlan Peak will definitely be last, right?"

The Peak Master of Medicine Imperial Peak, unable to stand by, frowned and said to Mu Qingge nearby, "Sect Master, betting on the performance of juniors, that's not appropriate, is it?"

Mu Qingge glanced at Yun Churan with a light chuckle, "A little gamble for fun hurts no one!"

Seeing that he had no intention of intervening, the other two Peak Masters also held their peace...

Yun Churan's beautiful eyes fixed on Muhuan, "I'll take the bet! But there has to be a wager!"

Muhuan's mouth curled up with confidence, "Of course! I bet Tianlan Peak will end up last! If I lose, I'll give you my treasured Earth-grade Superior weapon!"

Yun Churan responded unabashedly, "Fine! Then I bet Tianlan Peak will take the top spot! If I lose, I'll give you the Medicinal Bath Secret Recipe that accelerates cultivation speed!"

Mu Qingge's pupils contracted slightly, saying indifferently, "Then I'll be the witness. When the time comes, whoever wants to back out should be prepared to have a chat with me, the Sect Master!"

Junior Sister Yun's Medicinal Bath Secret Recipe was coveted by all the Peak Masters, and now it was being used as a bet... could it be...

She had confidence in her disciple??

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