Chapter 524
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Chapter 524: Dark Horse!
Riding on the back of a flying demon beast, they looked down from above, observing a range of majestic peaks, each with its own distinct and unique shape.
“Spirit Sword Peak is ahead!”
Zhang Qing spoke, his expression shifting to one of nervousness.
They were not just here to witness the confrontation; they were here to be active participants.
Su Yi followed Zhang Qing’s gaze, his eyes also focused ahead.
In the midst of the peaks, a towering mountain jutted out, as though sliced in two, seamlessly blending into the surrounding range, creating a large open plaza.
Far off in the distance, some of the mountain tops were enveloped in mist and clouds, their peaks alone visible. From a distance, it looked like a realm of spirits.
“Boom boom…”
On one side of the expansive plaza, two giant mountains stood side by side. Between them, a magnificent waterfall cascaded down.
A colossal stone sword, towering tens of Zhang, thrust out from the waterfall. It resembled a mythical beast stampede descending from the sky, crashing onto the massive stone sword, creating powerful waves. It was like the wild charge of untamed stallions, sending waves that soared high above the stone sword.
The misty spray around the area resembled a flurry of pure white pear blossoms—a truly mesmerizing sight.
“Cheep…”
The Fierce Wind Golden Eagle soared gracefully around Spirit Sword Peak while senior disciples of the Divine Sword School ensured everything was in order. Mounts were not allowed near.
Su Yi, Zhang Qing, Xu Jiahui, and the others disembarked from the Fierce Wind Golden Eagle, which then flapped its wings and circled before flying off to land on a nearby mountaintop.
Perched on the densely packed trees atop the mountaintop, many demon beast mounts rested, watching.
“It’s Su Yi!”
“Xu Jiahui, Zhang Qing, and the other outer disciples from the Thirty-Sixth Sword Peak are here. They’ve managed to secure the Sword-patterned Stones, and now they’re among the top twenty!”
“Can you believe it? The outer disciples have grabbed so many Sword-patterned Stones and are now ranked in the top sixty-eight!”
“Yes, just like Su Yi, they are disciples of the Thirty-Sixth Sword Peak. Su Yi and Situ Muyang took many Sword-patterned Stones and shared them with their fellow disciples.”
As Su Yi, Xu Jiahui, and the others appeared, curious eyes were immediately drawn to them.
People whispered, and with Su Yi’s growing reputation, his presence was enough to make him the center of attention.
“Is that Su Yi? He seems so young, yet strikingly handsome.”
Among the crowd, several female disciples whispered to each other, blushing as they looked at Su Yi.
Though many had seen Su Yi before from a distance, seeing him up close was a whole different experience. His appearance captivated several graceful female disciples.
In a world where strength is revered, combined with Su Yi’s striking looks, it’s no surprise that he naturally drew attention from many women.
As a young man with a promising future and a remarkable presence, the attraction he held for these female disciples was undeniable.
Su Yi, sensing the gazes of those around him with his keen perception, chose to ignore them. Instead, he surveyed his surroundings.
The vast plaza before him was so enormous that it could likely fit over a hundred thousand people. The presence of subtle fluctuations in the air signified the existence of restrictive enchantments.
From where Su Yi stood, he could only see part of the plaza.
In the center of the plaza, a designated area had been set up. Armored disciples stood guard, keeping order.
These armored disciples of the Divine Sword School exuded a powerful and solemn aura, each one a testament to having been hardened in battle. Their mere presence instilled a sense of unease.
Already, dozens of disciples had gathered, standing tall and unwavering, their eyes closed slightly in focused meditation.
A raised platform had been set up in the middle of the square, with seats and offerings of fresh fruits and rare elixirs placed for the visiting elders.
By this point in the day, the sun was high in the sky, and a large number of disciples had already arrived at Spirit Sword Peak. There were no fewer than forty to fifty thousand people in the area.
The sounds of excited chatter about today’s climactic showdown echoed through the plaza, creating a resounding buzz that seemed to reverberate through the air.
In this electric atmosphere, Su Yi felt the blood within his body stir with anticipation.
Surrounded by mountains, the plaza was ancient and weathered, the ground made of massive stone slabs etched with complex, mysterious patterns.
But with so many people gathered here, the ancient serenity was overshadowed, replaced by a vibrant and lively atmosphere filled with excitement and expectation.
“Today’s main event is undoubtedly the battle for the top rankings in the Sword Tower!”
Disciples eagerly discussed the upcoming showdown, which would feature those ranked in the top ten of the Sword Tower. It was a chance to witness the strength of the best.
“Don’t forget, there are dark horses in the race, like Su Yi, Situ Muyang, and Mu Yao. Their Sword-patterned Stones are among the top three!”
A disciple pointed out that many unexpected figures were rising to the occasion, including Su Yi, Situ Muyang, and Mu Yao, who were all gaining recognition for their extraordinary accomplishments.
“The number of Sword-patterned Stones doesn’t tell the full story. Sure, a high number indicates strength, but it doesn’t define everything. If it did, this pinnacle duel wouldn’t even be needed; we’d simply rank everyone by the number of Sword-patterned Stones!”
One disciple offered a more balanced view, acknowledging that while Sword-patterned Stones provide a measure of power, they don’t tell the whole story of a person’s abilities.
“I heard Senior Liu Yunchuan barely secured a place in the top sixty-eight with the Sword-patterned Stones he gathered. This shows that the number of Stones doesn’t necessarily reflect true strength!”
Another disciple mentioned that Liu Yunchuan, ranked first in the Sword Tower, was only able to secure a lower spot in the ranking based on the Stones he gathered. Could this suggest that his strength was not as overwhelming as expected?
“I heard Situ Muyang is the sect leader’s son!”
Someone brought up Situ Muyang’s lineage, and this rumor had already spread throughout the Divine Sword School, causing a stir.
It was not surprising that Situ Muyang showed such immense strength at a young age; after all, he was the son of the sect leader.
Among the front rows of the crowd, several older disciples, ranging from their mid-twenties to early thirties, stood watching.
These disciples had been part of earlier years at the Divine Sword School, but they chose to remain for further cultivation.
They, too, were drawn to this grand event, eager to see how their junior disciples compared in strength.
“Mu Yao’s identity is also quite remarkable. It’s said she’s a direct disciple of a senior elder with a seniority even higher than that of the sect leader.”
A senior disciple quietly shared some inside information, having spent a long time within the Divine Sword School. They knew more about the people here, including the fact that Mu Yao was a direct disciple of a senior elder, one who held higher seniority than the sect leader.
