Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

Chapter 107: Chapter 107: The Sect Grand Competition

Thirty Great Luo Golden Bones, the Seventh Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm, and the ”Dao Heart Four Extremes”—Su Han had reaped immense rewards from his closed-door cultivation.

As he emerged from seclusion, the grand tolling of a great bell suddenly resounded, its chimes echoing continuously across the entire land.

”Big Brother, you’ve finally come out! The Sect Competition is about to begin. The bells are tolling to signal it!”

Ning Feifan had been waiting outside the entire time. Seeing Su Han emerge, his eyes lit up with delight, and he hurried over. However, as he got closer, his pace slowed until he froze in place, breaking out in a cold sweat.

In his eyes, Su Han seemed to have transformed into an insurmountable mountain, one that inspired both admiration and profound awe.

This was due to his Invincible Dao Heart, which Su Han had just grasped and could not yet control at will. Ning Feifan had sensed its daunting aura.

”Su Han, it seems you’ve gained a lot from this retreat!”

Lei Ming, a towering and burly figure, flew over and landed before them. At this moment, his eyes burned with intensity as he stared at Su Han, perceiving a hint of something extraordinary.

”Just a small breakthrough, but dealing with Qian Yuan should be no issue.”

Su Han actively reined in his Dao Heart, allowing his presence to return to normal. He then chuckled lightly, brimming with confidence.

In his heart, he was invincible. What was a mere Qian Yuan to him?

”You’re already showing signs of invincibility! Congratulations! I hope you dazzle everyone and make a stunning debut today!”

Su Han’s transformation made Lei Ming ecstatic, filling him with great expectations.

”Big Brother, I thought I was improving quickly, but I’m still leagues behind you. Ugh, comparing myself to you is just infuriating!”

Ning Feifan recovered, though he was still shaken. After more than twenty days of arduous cultivation, he had not only solidified his realm but had also advanced to the Third Layer of the Heavenly Human Realm, which was already considered a rapid pace of progress. Yet, he felt that the gap between himself and Su Han had not shrunk but had actually widened, leaving him disheartened.

However, his mindset was resilient. He quickly adjusted his thinking. The stronger Big Brother is, the better for me. As long as I follow him, there will be plenty of spoils to go around!

”Big Brother, the Sect Competition is about to start. Let’s hurry!” Ning Feifan was already eager to see his big brother take everyone by storm.

”Alright!”

Su Han nodded, and the three of them departed Yaoguang Peak together, heading toward the plaza where the Sect Competition was to be held.

In the center of the seven Spirit Peaks lay a large plaza capable of holding tens of thousands of people. It was the venue for the Seven Stars Sect’s grand gatherings. The annual Sect Competition was held here. Every year, disciples would make a name for themselves and shine brilliantly in the tournament. Coupled with the treasures offered by the sect as prizes, every disciple was rolling up their sleeves in anticipation, their passion burning like fire.

At this moment, many disciples had already gathered in the Central Square, discussing animatedly in small groups. This year’s Sect Competition was even more anticipated than usual, as a life-and-death duel had been added to the events.

”I heard Qian Yuan is out of seclusion. His severed left arm was replaced with a Supreme Arm, making him extremely powerful. Su Han is probably in grave danger this time.”

”Qian Yuan was already a Phenomenon Realm expert. Now that he has a Supreme Arm, it’ll be hard for him to lose. No matter how monstrous Su Han is, there’s no way he could have broken through to the Phenomenon Realm in such a short time. He’s doomed in this battle.”

”Hmph, who does Su Han think he is? Senior Brother Qian Yuan is the hero of our Tianxuan Peak! He will definitely kill him this time and wash away our peak’s disgrace!”

The crowd buzzed, most anticipating Qian Yuan’s victory while a few felt sympathy for Su Han. Third Layer of the Phenomenon Realm, the Stellar Nebula Royal Body, and now a Supreme Arm—Qian Yuan’s strength was truly terrifying. Although Su Han had once suppressed an entire peak by himself and even defied realms to slay Xu Tianlin, in the eyes of the crowd, Qian Yuan was clearly stronger. They overwhelmingly favored him to win today’s life-and-death duel.

”He’s here! Qian Yuan is here!”

A startled cry sent a commotion through the crowd. Countless gazes turned in unison to see the disciples of Tianxuan Peak flying over together. One of the two figures leading them was none other than Qian Yuan.

Qian Yuan, with his sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, looked handsome and extraordinary in a golden robe that made him look like an emperor of the mortal realm. Although his left arm was concealed within his sleeve, the faint, chillingly toxic aura it emitted was enough to make one’s scalp tingle and send shivers down their spine.

Yet, as powerful as Qian Yuan was, he could not overshadow the brilliance of the person beside him, to whom he even seemed slightly inferior.

Beside Qian Yuan stood a youth in his late twenties. He bore a striking resemblance to Qian Yuan, with the same sword-like eyebrows, starry eyes, and handsome, extraordinary features. However, his nose was high-bridged, his skin radiated a brilliant luster, and stars seemed to swirl around him as he walked.

If Qian Yuan was an emperor of the human world, this man was a Divine King from the heavens. His majestic aura awed countless onlookers into submission. The moment he appeared, he became the center of all attention, reducing everyone around him to mere foils.

”It’s Qian Xuan! He’s actually returned!” the crowd exclaimed, their shock palpable.

This was the elder brother of Qian Yuan and Qian Xing, the Great Crown Prince of the Great Qian Dynasty, the Star Pupil of Tianxuan Peak, and, on top of all that, the unparalleled genius ranked first on the Qingyun List. Within Qingzhou, Qian Xuan was the undisputed strongest of the younger generation.

He had been away on an expedition, missing both the entry-level assessment and Su Han’s provocations. Now that he had returned, he would surely target Su Han to avenge his younger brothers. He was accompanying Qian Yuan to the Sect Competition today to witness Su Han’s demise with his own eyes.

The arrival of Qian Yuan and Qian Xuan drew a great deal of attention, but the brothers said little, quietly waiting for the Sect Competition to begin. They were not worried that Su Han would try to avoid the battle. The life-and-death duel had been personally decreed by the Sect Master. If Su Han dared not show up, he would be hunted down by the entire Seven Stars Sect.

The disciples of Tianxuan Peak had arrived, and those from the other Spirit Peaks soon followed. Some groups were led by their respective Star Pupils; for peaks whose Star Pupil was away, another disciple led the way. Over eight thousand disciples of the Seven Stars Sect were now gathered, forming a bustling sea of people.

”Hasn’t Su Han arrived yet? Only Yaoguang Peak is missing!”

”This life-and-death duel was personally decreed by the Sect Master. He can’t avoid it even if he wants to. Cowering like this, what kind of man is he!”

”I think he’s terrified of dying, just deliberately dragging his feet to live a few moments longer. Too bad for him, he can’t escape his fate.”

As Su Han still had not appeared, many people grew impatient, and disparaging remarks began to fly.

But just then, thunder rumbled as a bolt of Thunder Light split the sky, descending abruptly above the plaza. Three figures emerged from within the Thunder Light.

It was Su Han and his companions!

”Su Han’s here!”

The crowd erupted. Qian Yuan lifted his head, his star-like eyes now blazing with boundless hatred.

”Su Han, I will use your blood and your life to wash away my disgrace!”