Nine Dragons Saint Ancestor

Chongxiao River, Stepping Heavenly Stone!

As time went by, this originally very famous segment of the Chongxiao River was now surrounded by people with not a gap to be seen.

Not only were there many Heavenly Rank Experts in the sky, but the ground was also blocked solid by countless cultivators coming to watch the excitement. For latecomers, hoping to squeeze forward for a good spot was clearly impossible.

In such circumstances, many places saw fights breaking out over positions, even leading to the deaths of several Earth Rank Cultivators.

For these minor scraps, top experts like Lu Yanji and Xue Tianao naturally wouldn’t bother. On this continent, strength is ultimately the most respected. The stronger your strength, the better position you can secure for watching, this is just an unwritten rule.

However, as the duel date approached day by day, the expressions of Lu Yanji and others became increasingly grim, because in such a long time, they were still helpless against the so-called Sky-Covering Water Array.

Apart from Li Yunfan, the Island Master of Ling Kong Island, who had arrived over a month ago, many reclusive Array Masters continued to arrive during this time.

Although these reclusive Array Masters might not be stronger than Li Yunfan in array strength, they were certainly not inferior to Mo Yu and the Great Elder of Ling Kong Island.

Yet, even with the combined efforts of these Array Masters, they remained helpless against the Sky-Covering Water Array. The array, backed by the inexhaustible water of Chongxiao River, was impossible to break unless the river itself was drained dry.

But how could this be done? So, after some time, even Li Yunfan directly gave up. Such a large array formed by Heaven and Earth energy, like the sea area around Ling Kong Island, is simply not something an Array Master can break from outside.

”Lu Yanji, tomorrow is the exact day of the duel. If Yun Xiao still doesn’t show up, you should know the consequences!”

As everyone was lost in thought on the Stepping Heavenly Stone, the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit Youhe sitting on it suddenly spoke. The voice carried a special meaning.

”Has it come so soon?”

Youhe’s reminder first took everyone by surprise, then they counted the days with their fingers and realized it was true. The three months had indeed gone by quickly.

However, in this entire three-month span, Yun Xiao, the main participant of the duel, seemed to have vanished from Tenglong Continent, rarely appearing in the sights of continent cultivators.

Only a few cultivators from the Western Regions occasionally mentioned hearing about Yun Xiao, such as the incident in Xiangshan City, brought by Gong the Fifth.

Despite this, many people remained skeptical of these rumors. Given Yun Xiao’s considerable fame, who knows whether someone like Gong the Fifth isn’t just trying to claim a connection with Yun Xiao through such tales?

In short, as long as Yun Xiao didn’t appear, people were dubious about these reports. But seeing how the duel was only a day away, if Yun Xiao still didn’t show up, Youhe likely wouldn’t show mercy.

Swish, swish, swish!

As everyone’s thoughts raced, they suddenly heard the sound of flowing water, prompting them to turn their eyes to the Stepping Heavenly Stone.

There, they saw three Water Arrows, as if they had erupted suddenly from the nearby Chongxiao River, rushing with immense power toward Liu Hanyi, Mo Qing, and Ling Wan.

”No!”

Seeing this, the Dean of the Sky Poison Institute, Qingmu Wu, couldn’t help but cry out in alarm, fearing that Youhe was impatiently planning to execute the three hostages early.

Qian Sanyuan’s expression also changed slightly, for among those hostages, not only was there a disciple of Qingmu Wu, but also his most prized disciple.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

However, what Qian Sanyuan and Qingmu Wu worried about didn’t materialize. The three Water Arrows seemed to just intend to scare them, sweeping past the necks of the three hostages without causing any harm.

Apparently, the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit Youhe intended to use this method to remind these human cultivators that if, by the time of the duel, Yun Xiao still didn’t show up, those Water Arrows might no longer pierce the air, but instead, target the two women and one man directly.

Truth be told, Youhe wasn’t too concerned about outsiders like Lu Yanji and Xue Tianao. Instead, it was the rumored young human boy at the Lingyun Realm cultivation level that unnerved him.

Youhe believed he had given more than enough time with three months, but hadn’t anticipated that the human boy would still be absent, causing him considerable frustration.

If Yun Xiao truly chose to hide like a turtle, it would undoubtedly be most distressing for Youhe. He thought he had a hold over Yun Xiao by capturing Liu Hanyi and the others, but now it seemed this plan might not be effective.

Youhe projected his own mindset, thinking that if the human side had a Heavenly Realm Peak expert or a Holy Rank Expert, he would never show himself to confront them.

Because there simply is no comparison; within the Heavenly Rank Third Realm, the disparity of even one small realm is vast, let alone the gap between two great ranks.

In theory, Yun Xiao avoiding confrontation before he has fully grown is the wisest choice. Knowing he’s no match but still charging ahead would be foolishness.

As such, amidst the varied thoughts of You He and numerous human cultivators, another day passed. When the sun rose from the eastern horizon, everyone felt anxious, including the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You He.

For today was the designated day of the three-month confrontation. According to You He’s previous statements, if Yun Xiao failed to appear today, he would kill a hostage each day.

Both You He and many human cultivators were growing impatient, with some even harboring a bit of resentment towards Yun Xiao, wondering when the boy’s courage had become so small.

Even though many rationally believed that before breaking through to the Heavenly Realm, Yun Xiao stood no chance against the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You He, they still hoped Yun Xiao might create another miracle and kill You He here.

As for people like Qingmu Wu and Qian Sanyuan, they were more worried about their disciples, as Yun Xiao’s absence might mean Liu Hanyi, Mo Qing, and Ling Wan would be in mortal danger.

Yet, despite all these human cultivators facing a Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit, they were helpless against the formidable Sky-covering Water Formation, unable to save Liu Hanyi and the others.

”It seems Yun Xiao is not going to come, so don’t blame me, You He!”

Seeing the day leaning towards the west, the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You He finally couldn’t endure any longer. A low voice echoed from his mouth, and following that, a Water Arrow began forming on the surface of Chongxiao River behind him.

”You He, the day isn’t over yet. What do you intend to do?”

Upon seeing this, Lu Yanji’s expression changed. He pointed at the sunset still hanging in the sky and suddenly shouted, seemingly reminding You He to keep his promise.

”Lu Yanji, do you really think, at this point, Yun Xiao will still come?”

Naturally, You He’s mood wasn’t great either. After waiting for three months without seeing Yun Xiao, he believed the boy wouldn’t come, likely hiding somewhere to first elevate his Meridian Qi Cultivation.

Admittedly, You He admired this decision. If he were in Yun Xiao’s position, he probably wouldn’t care about a few friends’ lives either; rashly accepting the challenge would likely result in losing himself.

Doing what shouldn’t be done may seem noble, but it’s foolish behavior. Bearing what others cannot endure is the true breeding ground for strength.

Knowing Yun Xiao might not come, You He saw no reason to abide by the three-month agreement, as these human geniuses all possessed exceptional talent that he would never allow to survive in this world.

The Water Arrow formed first emitted a unique aura, its tip shapeless yet more frightening than a real arrow in the eyes of many human cultivators.

Swoosh!

Under everyone’s watchful gazes, the Water Arrow shot out furiously, charging towards a figure on the Stepping Heavenly Stone, making many tremble in fear.

”The Water Arrow is targeting Ling Wan!”

An insightful Heavenly Rank Meridian Refining Master quickly sensed the Water Arrow’s trajectory, aimed precisely at Ling Wan from Xuanyin Hall, known as the One-shot Saint Son.

But at this moment, Ling Wan, along with Liu Hanyi and Mo Qing, was completely bound by some aura, unable to move and could only watch the Water Arrow coming closer with no recourse.

”Big brother, aren’t you coming after all?”

Sensing the immense power within the Water Arrow, Ling Wan couldn’t help but close his eyes, a rugged figure bearing a wooden sword appearing in his mind accompanied by indescribable despair.

”You He!”

Suddenly, at this critical moment for Ling Wan, from the western horizon where sunset lingered, an explosive shout rang out.

This voice not only shook all the human cultivators observing but also caused You He’s Water Flow Body to shudder, and the Water Arrow poised to pierce Ling Wan’s throat halted abruptly.

”That is...”

When everyone turned their gaze to where the voice came from, they saw under the setting sun in the west, a massive Flood Dragon soaring through the sky, its body nearly a hundred feet long, radiating overpowering grandeur.

However, at this moment, not all eyes were on the Flood Dragon but on its back, where stood an unassuming human youth.

He carried a wooden sword, his garment fluttering, resembling the Nine Heavens God!