Chapter 1033

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Chapter 1033: Two Sects Join Forces!

The purpose of using the “defending the platform” approach in this preliminary selection of the conference is to determine the top ten influential forces based on their exceptional strength.

Imagine, with hundreds of forces involved in the competition, each group would need to engage in numerous battles. The victor who manages to endure until the very end is undoubtedly extraordinary.

However, this process is incredibly challenging. After all, many people intend to bide their time, waiting for others to exhaust their energy before making a final powerful move to seize the platform.

It must be acknowledged that quite a few people hold such intentions.

But if we view it from another angle, occupying a platform early on could also provide a strategic advantage.

The more power you display, the fewer people will dare to challenge you. This makes it easier for you and increases your chances of winning!

This concept is clearly illustrated by the young boy currently on the tenth platform.

Su Yi had some free time. He observed the bustling battles on the first nine platforms, where victories and defeats were decided one after another. However, no one had challenged him for half a day.

A timekeeping device had been placed by someone earlier beside the tenth platform, waiting for the hour to pass. If no one stepped forward to challenge, Su Yi would advance automatically.

Even as they anxiously watched the clock tick by, many people felt uneasy, yet no one dared to step forward.

The strength displayed by the boy was remarkable. He had already driven the Jixuan Sect off the platform but refrained from showcasing his full potential.

With such an unknown level of strength, no one wished to make a reckless move.

Still, the major forces in the contest had their estimations. They all believed that Su Yi was undoubtedly at the ninth level of the Yuan True Realm, possibly even at its peak!

In the Chaos Realm’s third-tier forces, those under thirty with advanced cultivation mostly reached the seventh level of the Yuan True Realm. Some were at the eighth level, but they were rare, with only about thirty to fifty individuals in total.

Therefore, no matter which force faced the boy, they would not gain any advantage.

Thus, no one wanted to step forward, even though they could potentially wear out the youth from the Overlord Sect. In the end, they might just help someone else take the prize.

“If no one challenges, that kid will automatically advance!”

Someone in the crowd anxiously remarked that time was slipping away, yet no one dared to challenge, hoping someone else would take the first step.

Su Yi was unconcerned with the crowd’s thoughts. He saw another group of challengers stepping up on the other platforms.

As his gaze casually swept across the area beneath the platform, Su Yi noticed some familiar faces in the distance.

Among them was a graceful and attractive young girl who waved at him with excitement.

Su Yi smiled back, and seeing her smile, a special warmth filled his heart.

“Mysterious Sword Gate is truly impressive!”

As Su Yi glanced at the girl, he noticed many disciples from the Mysterious Sword Gate with a profound and powerful aura.

After acknowledging Ji Tianfu, Su Yi sensed another gaze upon him.

Looking around, he saw a group of people from the Liuhe Sect.

The other person smiled kindly at him, particularly the young couple, who gave him a friendly look.

Su Yi, naturally, reciprocated the gesture.

“Master, let’s go and deal with that guy! I can’t believe he can handle all twenty of us from the Seven Star Sword Sect!”

The leader of the Seven Star Sword Sect stood beside Ran Jianxuan and confidently declared.

The Seven Star Sword Sect was far stronger than the Jixuan Sect, they were worlds apart in power.

This disciple was confident, believing that their twenty members had the strength to defeat the boy from the Overlord Sect.

The real concern was that no one else dared challenge them, making the situation more frustrating.

“Master Yang, do you have any good ideas?”

Ran Jianxuan didn’t immediately speak but instead turned to Yang Baikun from the Golden Sword Sect, seeking his opinion.

He wasn’t as sure as his disciple that the boy was an easy target. This kid was tricky and could turn the tables on them.

“Lord Ran must already have a plan in mind. Why not share it? If we kill that boy and avenge my son, I’m willing to sacrifice my spot in the competition!”

Yang Baikun spoke with a sharp gaze and a bloodthirsty tone.

He knew Ran Jianxuan well enough to understand that the man had a plan ready.

“Good, my thoughts align with Lord Yang! In that case, let’s join forces with everything we’ve got!”

Ran Jianxuan nodded and then turned his focus back to the boy on stage, his voice cold, “This boy is incredibly mysterious. We knew he was strong, but if he could kill my son Ran Yan and my grandson, then he is not to be underestimated.”

Ran Jianxuan was well aware that the Overlord Sect’s boy wasn’t just a strong fighter, his methods were deceitful and even made his mount, the Aoka Split Heavenly Tiger, tremble in fear and be killed with a single strike.

Facing such a remarkable young fighter, he couldn’t afford to take any chances or he might be sending his disciples to certain death.

With a grim tone, Ran Jianxuan continued, “Therefore, our two sects will join forces, sending out the ten strongest disciples to eliminate him. Only then will we have a real shot at killing him!”

At the end of his words, a fierce gleam appeared in Ran Jianxuan’s eyes.

“I agree with this method!”

Yang Baikun nodded, but after a brief pause, he added, “So, who will go first in the challenge?”

This was a crucial decision, with both the Seven Star Sword Sect and the Golden Sword Sect needing to decide carefully.

Each sect had two chances, but once one was used, there would be one less opportunity to challenge on stage.

Yang Baikun had already said that he would forfeit his chance if they succeeded in killing the boy, but if both opportunities were available, he would certainly take them.

“If we attack together, there are three possible outcomes. First, we succeed in killing him, and we can continue to defend the stage. That way, we gain a spot! Second, the boy proves too strong for us, and we lose. Then, our chance will be wasted. Third, the boy senses danger and withdraws, saving his life while we also secure our position!”

Ran Jianxuan carefully outlined the three possible scenarios.

Yang Baikun mulled it over and agreed, noting that these were indeed the possible outcomes.

Additionally, if they managed to eliminate the young Overlord Sect disciple and defend their spot until the end, the one who provided the opportunity would also earn the final qualification.

“Since we’ve agreed to work together, I think we shouldn’t worry about who gets the chance. Let Master Yang decide. We still have three more chances to compete. Even if we lose once, there will be other opportunities!” said Ran Jianxuan.

After some thought, Yang Baikun responded, “Since you’ve put it that way, let my Golden Sword Sect take the first challenge. While today is important, tomorrow will be even more critical with the toughest battles. Our two sects are joining forces, so we should support each other until the very end. That way, we’ll be in a better position to succeed.”

The two sect masters discussed further, and they finally decided that the Golden Sword Sect would take the first opportunity. The goal was to kill the boy if possible, but if they failed, they would still have other chances to challenge for the stage.

To defeat Su Yi, the two once-rival forces, now united, made their decision.

“This kid must die to settle my deep-seated hatred!”

Both Ran Jianxuan and Yang Baikun harbored a strong grudge against Su Yi.

Especially Ran Jianxuan, whose Seven Star Sword Sect had suffered immeasurably because of him.

The two gathered the top ten disciples from their respective sects, presenting their tokens by the testing stone on behalf of the Golden Sword Sect.

Twenty fierce young disciples, full of energy, glared at the tenth platform with sharp, predatory eyes!

“We, the Golden Sword Sect, challenge the tenth platform!”

The leader of the Golden Sword Sect’s disciples, a young man in his late twenties, called out after passing the test.

Immediately, twenty figures soared into the air, rushing toward the tenth platform.

Half of them wielded knives, while the other half held swords. Their robes were also of two different colors, clearly marking their respective factions.

“The time is near, and now they dare to challenge the kid!”

“Hehe, finally, someone has the guts to challenge. This will be interesting!”

“Looking at their strength, they seem much stronger than the Jixuan Sect. I wonder how this battle will turn out.”

The crowd began discussing eagerly, relieved that someone had finally stepped up. They had been worried that no one would dare challenge the boy anymore, or that no one wanted to face such a difficult opponent.

As the hour mark approached, it seemed like the young boy from the Overlord Sect was about to advance without a fight. But, at this moment, someone finally stepped up and took on the challenge.

Moreover, the twenty challengers were far stronger than those from the Jixuan Sect, with their imposing and powerful aura capturing everyone’s attention.

The crowd buzzed with anticipation, eager to witness the outcome of the challenge on the tenth platform.