Taking the Lead

After listening to Yang Yuanzi's introduction, Fang Wang felt that something was wrong. If the final nine spots were determined solely by the number of wins, wouldn't it be more advantageous to be ranked lower?

If the second-ranked pulse peak doesn't challenge the first-ranked pulse peak, wouldn't it suffocate the first pulse peak?

But then he thought about it again and understood. 🍟♣ 69kj.com ♝☮

This is a battle of nine meridians!

First comes the competition among the nine lineages, then the individual competition. Which lineage to challenge is not up to the disciple. For the peak master, the ranking of the lineage peak is the most important thing. As for the last nine spots, that is the disciple's personal interest.

The second-ranked pulse peak must challenge the first pulse peak, otherwise it will have to wait another ten years!

The ranking of the peaks is related to the allocation of sect resources and will also attract disciples to join. For example, the first peak has the most disciples.

and many more!

Zhou Xue is in the First Lineage, and Lu Yuanjun is also there...

Fang Wang suddenly felt pressure emanating from the First Meridian; this First Meridian was untouchable!

However, since the third branch is ranked eighth, it's unlikely they'll challenge the first branch.

Yang Yuanzi continued to give some instructions, and the nine disciples listened attentively until the bell rang in the main city of the sect before Yang Yuanzi led them away.

As everyone flew on their swords high in the sky, Fang Wang saw many disciples flying towards the ten peaks surrounding the sect's main city, weaving through the misty snow.

The bells of the sect's main city rang continuously, and golden light rose from various areas of the city. There were as many as thirty-two beams of light, which condensed in mid-air into thirty-two semi-transparent golden mirrors. Only when he got closer could Fang Wang see that the mirrors reflected a huge fighting platform.

The dueling platform was located in the center of the sect's main city. It was a hundred feet long and wide, with array formations and magical artifacts around its edges. Further out were pavilions, where disciples would usually settle their scores.

Fang Wang followed Yang Yuanzi toward the dueling platform. All the disciples of the Nine Meridians had arrived in the city and were scattered in various places. They did not need to get close to the dueling platform; they could watch the battle by looking up at the golden mirrors. Some mischievous disciples began to set up various betting platforms, allowing disciples to place bets with spirit stones and spirit pills.

"It's Fang Wang, he's participating too!"

On a street, Fang Xin looked at Fang Wang flying through the air and said excitedly. The three disciples of the Fang family next to her also became excited. Such an important sect event, Fang Wang, who had only been a disciple for three years, could participate.

What incredible talent!

These clansmen felt no envy, only boundless pride; the more famous Fang Wang became, the more they benefited.

Blindfolded, Fang Hanyu rode his sword through the vast snow and mist. Although he did not see Fang Wang, he came to watch Fang Wang fight. After returning and learning about Bai Yi Jinghong's achievements, he understood the truth: Fang Wang was Bai Yi Jinghong!

It wouldn't be difficult for someone as strong as Bai Yijinghong to break into the Nine Meridians Battle!

After Fang Hanyu shaped his spirit, his strength increased greatly. Unfortunately, he did not break out of the second lineage. The overall strength of the second lineage ranked among the top three, far superior to that of the third lineage.

The name of the Pulse Peak is the earliest ranking. The Third Pulse was once ranked third, but now it has fallen to eighth place. The Third Pulse can be said to be the biggest joke in the Taiyuan Sect.

Fang Wang followed Yang Yuanzi to a pavilion at the edge of the dueling platform. Yang Yuanzi walked to the chairs on the pavilion and sat down, while his disciples stood behind him.

"Master, which lineage should we challenge first?" Li Yu asked.

Fang Wang watched as the other peaks flew into other pavilions one after another, but he did not see Zhou Xue's figure for the time being.

Yang Yuanzi calmly said, "Let's challenge the fifth meridian first."

The fifth meridian, which was ranked seventh last time, poses the least pressure for the third meridian when it comes to challenging them.

After a while, Fang Wang saw the arrival of the First Clan. A large group of disciples from the First Clan had come, including Lu Yuanjun and Zhou Xue.

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Guang Qiuxian arrived with a group of elders from the main peak. Peak Masters Yang Yuanzi and others stood up, which made all the disciples behind them quiet down.

The Sleepy Immortal, who had previously served as the elder for the entrance examination, landed on the dueling platform, looking just as unreliable as he had three years ago.

"The once-in-a-decade Nine Meridians Tournament has begun ahead of schedule. I believe the peak masters of each meridian have already explained the rules. It will last for seven days. Please take your time fighting. I wonder which meridian would like to be the first challenger?"

The Sleepy Immortal chuckled, and his voice resounded throughout the entire main city through the thirty-two golden mirrors in the city.

Having said that, the Sleepy Immortal's gaze swept across each pavilion.

Yang Yuanzi didn't speak; instead, she closed her eyes.

Seven full days, enough for every lineage to participate, and even the losers can continue to challenge, as long as there are still disciples who can continue to fight.

Soon, the Fifth Clan's leader spoke up: "The Fifth Clan challenges the Second Clan!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a disciple behind him flew onto the platform, and a disciple from the second lineage followed suit and leaped onto the dueling platform. Four elders sat cross-legged on all four sides of the platform. They immediately cast spells and activated the formation. The magical artifacts on the edge of the platform emitted a pale white light screen, which continued to expand as it rose until it connected with the other light screens end to end.

Once the formation was in place, the Sleepy Immortal announced the start of the duel.

Both sides were at the Spirit Core Realm and clearly wanted to get off to a good start. Fang Wang watched intently, also wanting to see a battle between Spirit Core Realm experts.

The battle with Li Honggang ended too quickly, leaving him still unclear about how Spirit Pill Realm cultivators usually fight.

However, on the other hand, the fifth branch is really stubborn, ranking seventh to challenge the second branch, which is in the top three!

As soon as the battle began, the two disciples conjured their respective natal magical artifacts and quickly unleashed spells for ranged combat. Various spells erupted, accompanied by continuous booming sounds.

The dueling platform was exceptionally sturdy; no matter what kind of magic it was subjected to, its surface remained as smooth as jade, without the slightest damage.

The disciples staying in the main city were all watching the battle and discussing it with their friends, keeping the whole city in a state of uproar.

The first battle lasted for half an incense stick's time. The disciple from the second lineage won, but instead of stepping down, he continued to face the challenge.

"Master, who should go on stage first?"

Li Yu asked the question, but he was not as excited as the other disciples of the Nine Meridians, after all, the recent Nine Meridians Tournament had been a day of humiliation for them.

Yang Yuanzi closed his eyes and said, "You make the arrangements."

Upon hearing this, Li Yu turned to look at his disciples, his brows furrowing slightly.

"Who will be the stunning beauty in white?"

Li Yu silently thought that Bai Yi Jinghong was famous in the cultivation world, and he had naturally heard of him. He must be a member of the Third Clan to be able to use the Jinghong Divine Sword Technique. However, Yang Yuanzi and the elders of the Third Clan denied it. This made him boldly guess that Bai Yi Jinghong might be a personal disciple.

Soon, Li Yu's gaze fell on Fang Wang, and he asked, "Junior Brother Fang, are you willing to lead the charge?"

Fang Wang nodded and said, "Of course I'm willing!"

But if I go, you won't have a chance!

"Senior Brother Fang can definitely do it!" Zhou Bo flattered.

Indeed, Zhou Bo also made it into the nine spots of the third branch, and Fang Wang suspected that he got in through connections.

The other disciples looked at Fang Wang with curiosity and scrutiny. Fang Wang was a personal disciple from the beginning, which was a great honor, so many disciples had higher expectations of him.

Gu Li shook her head slightly and sighed inwardly. It seemed that she wouldn't be able to go on stage today at least.

The battle between the second and fifth branches lasted for an hour, ultimately ending in the defeat of the fifth branch, with five members suffering serious injuries, a truly tragic end.

There were many elders around the dueling platform, and with the Sleepy Immortal also on the platform, there was no possibility of the disciple dying.

Next up is the Ninth Meridian. This Meridian Peak, who was initially ranked last, actually challenged the First Meridian. Only then did Fang Wang learn that the Ninth Meridian ranked fourth in the previous Nine Meridians Battle.

The fourth challenger is the first, showing great courage and just as stubborn as the fifth.

The first disciple to go on stage was neither Lu Yuanjun nor Zhou Xue, but this disciple was very strong. With the help of a magic sword, he won four consecutive matches and finally calmly left the stage to be replaced.

Fang Wang secretly compared them and concluded that Li Honggang was probably no match for this disciple of the First Lineage.

The First Meridian truly lives up to its reputation as the strongest meridian peak!

In less than half an hour, the battle between the Pulse Peaks ended, with the First Pulse emerging victorious. They had only lost one match, and only four people participated throughout the entire event. Zhou Xue did not participate.

"It seems that Zhou Xue holds a very high position in the First Lineage."

Fang Wang was curious: what kind of strength did Zhou Xue display after returning from her three-year absence to achieve such a position?

All the disciples in the city marveled at the power of the First Lineage, and the disciples of the First Lineage were filled with pride and honor.

"Which faction wants to take on the challenge next?"

The Sleepy Immortal stood on the dueling platform and asked, "The third meridian challenges the fifth meridian!" As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Yuanzi's voice rang out: "The third meridian challenges the fifth meridian!"

These words caused an uproar throughout the city!

The fifth branch failed to challenge the second branch and seriously injured five people. How long has it been? The third branch is taking advantage of their vulnerability.

This was Yang Yuanzi's initial arrangement. Fang Wang originally thought that Yang Yuanzi would change his mind after the Fifth Meridian was defeated, but unexpectedly he did not.

Good heavens, it seems the Nine Meridians Battle is serious, with undercurrents swirling!

The disciples of the Third Branch looked at Fang Wang. Without saying a word, Fang Wang walked to the edge of the platform and jumped down onto the dueling stage.

"It's you, little guy, you've grown up so fast."

The sleepy man winked at Fang Wang and teased him.