Chapter 53: The Contest of the Top Six (Part 2)

Outside, Master Ziyang and Master Xuanfeng immediately exclaimed that it was unfair. However, Lu Yun and Aoxue remained calm, their eyes meeting in silence, neither speaking, maintaining their silence.

Master Xuanyu walked over to Master Ziyang's side, halting their shouts, and whispered, "Since it has happened, it's fate. Why force it? Let's not let others look down on us from Yi Garden. Understand?" With that, he patted Master Ziyang's shoulder.

Beside them, the Scholarly Garden's Danqing Jianxia whispered, "Actually, for you, this is a good thing. Although both of them have entered the top six, their chances are much higher than others. But at the same time, the danger is also much greater. And now, no matter what, one of them will win, definitely not both empty-handed. Do you agree?"

With these words, Master Ziyang, Yun Feng, and Li Hongfei fell into contemplation. Danqing Jianxia's words were quite reasonable; no matter what, there would be at least one person who could enter the top three. It was much easier and safer than risking both of them trying to enter the top three simultaneously.

Looking at Master Jingyue, Master Ziyang sighed softly and said, "But who will win between them? From an outsider's perspective, it seems like we have a big advantage, but for us, it will be a cruel choice for them to make. Senior Sister, do you have any thoughts, or should we say something?"

Looking at Master Ziyang, Master Jingyue's eyes contained a hint of sigh, and she whispered, "Let them decide for themselves. I believe there will be a result between them. Once we interfere, one of them will be hurt." After speaking, she looked at Aoxue, her eyes showing a hint of expectation.

Master Ziyang shifted his gaze to Master Xuanyu, wanting to ask for his opinion, but Master Xuanyu just sighed softly and shook his head slightly. Meanwhile, Lin Yunfeng looked at Lu Yun and Aoxue and murmured to himself, "This is tricky. How can this happen? I support both of them. I don't know what to say now. Well, Lu Yun, it's up to you to figure it out. Who's more important, it depends on your choice."

At this moment, the participants all returned to their respective sects, and the competition would take place later. Before parting, Lu Yun looked at Cangyue and whispered, "Good luck, you will win. We're rooting for you." Cangyue nodded slightly and glanced at Aoxue, asking, "What about between you two?"

Aoxue smiled faintly and replied, "Whoever has the better chance will enter the top three. Don't worry, focus on preparing for your own match. Good luck." With that, she clasped Cangyue's hand and smiled goodbye.

Returning to the others, Lu Yun and Aoxue appeared calm, showing no signs of worry. Master Xuanyu looked at them and asked, "This situation is unfortunate, but it is what it is. As for who among you will enter the top three, it's up to you to decide. We won't have any objections. Whichever one of you enters, we will be proud of you."

Lu Yun replied calmly, "Thank you for your concern. We've already decided on the result, so let Aoxue say it." With that, everyone from Yi Garden, including those from the Scholarly Garden nearby, turned their attention to Aoxue, eager to know the outcome between them.

Aoxue glanced at her master, her eyes showing a hint of calmness, and said softly, "For this competition, we've decided that Lu Yun will directly enter the top three, and I will withdraw automatically." Her voice was calm but resolute, with a firm tone.

Master Jingyue trembled slightly, sighing softly without speaking. Master Ziyang, on the other hand, was trembling with excitement, looking at Aoxue with grateful eyes. The others remained silent, and this result was somewhat expected.

At this moment, the first match began, and everyone's eyes turned to the arena. They saw Jian Wuchen standing calmly in the arena, surrounded by colorful light, while Benyi from the Bodhi Academy stood calmly two zhang away, quietly observing him.

When Li Changchun announced the start of the match, the crowd erupted in cheers, cheering for the two contestants. Jian Wuchen remained calm and said, "Let's begin. Show me what you've got." With that, he locked his gaze firmly on Benyi.

Benyi glanced around and suddenly said something shocking, causing countless people to be stunned. They heard Benyi say calmly, "In this match, I concede defeat automatically. Jian Wuchen from the Sky Sword Academy wins." With that, he turned around and walked back to his companions.

There was an uproar all around, as everyone expected to see an exciting match, but they didn't expect such a surprising outcome. Jian Wuchen looked at Benyi's departing figure, suddenly feeling that Benyi was not simple. His ability to face failure so calmly, to concede defeat automatically, was something that could not be done without a strong cultivation base.

The first match ended with Benyi's automatic concession, allowing Jian Wuchen to easily advance to the top three. With this, all the disciples from the Sky Sword Academy cheered loudly, rejoicing for Jian Wuchen's direct advancement. After Li Changchun announced the end of the first match, the second match immediately began.

Wearing a pale purple dress, Cangyue descended gracefully, her figure moving gently in the breeze as she landed on the arena. Holding her divine sword, she stood calmly on the arena, quietly watching Daoist Academy's Wumang slowly approaching.

Stopping a zhang away from Cangyue, Wumang looked at her with a solemn expression and said, "Cangyue Junior Sister, let's begin." With that, his sword emitted a sword cry and flew out automatically. The blue light hovered, and the sword surrounded Wumang's body, spinning above his head three zhangs away, constantly rotating. As it spun faster, a layer of blue light formed a barrier, enveloping Wumang completely.

Gazing calmly at Wumang, Cangyue's expression remained calm as she fully displayed the Supreme Technique of the Phoenix Academy—the Phoenix Rebirth. Flames surged out from within her body, forming a crimson nebula around her. At the same time, a phoenix bathed in fire soared into the sky from within the flames, emitting a melodious phoenix cry, circling Cangyue three times before standing quietly behind her. It appeared like a cluster of rosy clouds, quietly floating above her head.

On the other side, Wumang exerted all his strength, displaying the Daoist Academy's Supreme Technique—the Yuqing Heart Technique. His body was surrounded by a dark blue light, dazzling to the extreme. The sword above his head spun so fast that the sword body was no longer visible, only a dark blue light band, like a blue dragon roaring in the sky, emitting a strong and sharpcry.

The surroundings fell silent as everyone watched this battle of the strong. Who would emerge victorious was unknown, but everyone speculated in their hearts. One was Daoist Academy's outstanding Wumang, and the other was the rare talent from the Phoenix Academy, Cangyue. Who would be stronger?

Cangyue's expression was solemn as she fully displayed the Phoenix Rebirth technique of the Phoenix Academy. Flames surged out from within her body, forming a crimson nebula around her. At the same time, a phoenix bathed in fire soared into the sky from within the flames, emitting a melodious phoenix cry, circling Cangyue three times before standing quietly behind her. It appeared like a cluster of rosy clouds, quietly floating above her head.

Wumang exerted all his strength, displaying the Daoist Academy's Supreme Technique—the Yuqing Heart Technique. His body was surrounded by a dark blue light, dazzling to the extreme. The sword above his head spun so fast that the sword body was no longer visible, only a dark blue light band, like a blue dragon roaring in the sky, emitting a strong and sharp cry.

The surroundings fell silent as everyone watched this battle of the strong. Who would emerge victorious was unknown, but everyone speculated in their hearts. One was Daoist Academy's outstanding Wumang, and the other was the rare talent from the Phoenix Academy, Cangyue. Who would be stronger?