CHAPTER 92: CHAPTER 91: STAR ABYSS DIVINATION: VARIANT! INFLUENCE OF A NOBLE PERSON!

Deep within the Hundred Thousand Mountains, at the border between the two clans.

The elders of the Little Immortal Sect were closely monitoring the situation of the testing.

Even though the hope was slim, what if some prodigy possessed a latent constitution that could surpass the bloodline of the Celestial Peng?

In that case, the reputation of the Little Immortal Sect would be preserved today.

But evidently.

The elders already had a good estimation of the prodigies’ qualifications who came today, and the test results were mostly as they had predicted.

Now, watching the Little Peng King, a demon from the demon clan, mockingly looking down on the human prodigies, their faces turned rather sour.

"Hahaha, Su Nan, is this the sect you founded single-handedly?"

Looking at the silent Su Nan, the Great Peng King spoke coldly with a smile on his face:

"Is that all? Not even one prodigy who could receive blessings from the ancients."

What the Great Peng King said was indeed against his true feelings.

Is the Little Immortal Sect not strong?

No! It is very strong!

Those prodigies who measured six to seven thousand feet looked quite ordinary only because the test involved top-tier prodigies, making them less conspicuous.

Though there was no supreme leader among them, this batch’s talent and aptitude will become a terribly formidable force in the future.

But the Great Peng King didn’t care about any of that.

As long as no one today could surpass the Little Peng King, no matter what he said, the Little Immortal Sect and Su Nan would have to bow and listen!

"If you lack people, just say the word, we have plenty of demon prodigies, hahaha!"

The Great Peng King laughed heartily.

For so many years, ever since he met Su Nan in his youth, he had never won.

Now, making Su Nan falter, venting the pent-up resentment in his heart, was his happiest moment in hundreds of years.

"Domain Master...!"

Hearing the continuous mockery from the Great Peng King, the elders of the Little Immortal Sect all had cold gleams in their eyes.

Su Nan, as the Domain Master, had his glory tied to the glory of the southern domain, and his loss tied to its loss.

Now, their Domain Master’s reputation was damaged; could they stand idle?

"Calm down."

Su Nan glanced at the Great Peng King, then transmitted to the crowd:

"Don’t we collect the money to get insulted intentionally? As expected."

"This little Peng bird has been so frustrated in all these years, let him vent, lest he goes mad and starts a war."

"Besides..."

His voice paused, and Su Nan sighed, "This bastard is very cautious, hasn’t paid yet."

Upon hearing this, the elders froze, then shook their heads with mixed feelings.

They were saying, the usually rampant and war-prone Domain Master is speaking so kindly today; it turns out the money hasn’t been received yet.

Upon thinking, it makes sense. A lot of resources were expended to establish this Little Immortal Sect.

"Only the last two top prodigies remain, let’s wrap it up quickly, alas..."

Listening to the mockery from the Great Peng King and the demon clan, it was quite unpleasant.

The elders present also didn’t hold much hope.

After all, they didn’t recognize either of the last two, so the chances seemed slim.

Might as well end it soon and get the resources.

However, at this moment.

A Great Saint Peak Master of the Little Immortal Sect, watching Xuan Qingzi stepping onto the platform, paused slightly, murmuring in confusion,

"Seems somewhat familiar... Where have I seen him?"

...

On the platform.

Xuan Qingzi stepped forward, seemingly oblivious to the surrounding oppressive atmosphere, his expression as relaxed and tranquil as usual.

Those next to him began to discuss.

"Who is he? Haven’t heard of this person in the southern domain, yet he’s so ambitious, intending to claim a spot in the top ten?"

"Probably came from an external domain, but in the first round, he seemed to step up last."

"Oh, that was due to fighting with someone; his speed isn’t slow, but his combat strength seems a bit lacking, fought quite embarrassingly."

"So does that mean he doesn’t stand a chance either? With such combat strength, how can he aim for the top ten..."

Everyone’s faces sank.

At this moment, among the top-tier prodigies, only two remained.

If a good result couldn’t be achieved, these prodigies would indeed be suppressed by a demon clan.

At this moment, Su Changqing looked curiously at Xuan Qingzi.

He always felt this Taoist priest was overly confident.

That carefree attitude could be described as transcending worldly concerns, but could also be seen as arrogance toward all.

"The top ten... I wonder if I can make it into the top hundred of the prodigy ranking."

Su Changqing murmured, looking up at the top of the ancient stone carving, his eyes revealing a hopeful expression.

Understanding that the possibility wasn’t significant, he still harbored some anticipation.

...

Under the watchful gaze of all, Xuan Qingzi arrived in front of the ancient stone carving and looked toward the top of the stone pillar.

"To not ’fight’ fearlessly seems difficult."

Xuan Qingzi murmured softly, his hand slowly touching the stone pillar.

Endless mysterious patterns emitted light, enveloping Xuan Qingzi before returning to the stone carvings.

A familiar scene appeared, dazzling light bloomed.

But unlike before, this time the light was so intense it filled the entire world!

A massive eight-trigram taoist diagram erupted from under Xuan Qingzi’s feet, spreading wildly outward.

The myriad stars in the sky shimmered, unexpectedly reflecting with the diagram below, radiating endless brilliance!

Three coin-like copper coins fell from the sky, hitting the center of the eight-trigram taoist diagram, making clear crisp sounds.

The next moment...

Boom!

The countless mysterious dao patterns exploded, the shimmering criss-crossing myriad stars intertwined, the degrees of light on the ancient stone carving began to soar linearly!

"Phenomenon! Another phenomenon appeared!"

"Wow! Directly surged into the prodigy ranking, this speed is fierce!"

"Surpassed Lin Yuan! This speed could push into the top twenty!"

"Passed, passed! Ranked seventeenth..."

Witnessing the magnificent phenomenon, everyone present instantly erupted in excitement.

Especially seeing that unstoppable climbing degree of light, everyone burst into uproar, showing excitement.

Even the Little Peng King displayed astonishment, revealing some seriousness in his eyes.

Phenomenon continued in the world, the degree of light steadily moved forward, finally stopping at the top spot of the eleventh position.

Just a tiny bit more needed to squeeze into the top ten, gaining the blessing from the ancients.

Normally, once the degree stop, it signifies the end, and the light would dim instantly.

But at this moment, the ancient stone carving seemed to be waiting for something, its light had not faded.

"Indeed fell a bit short."

Xuan Qingzi stroked his brow with two fingers as if contemplating something.

After a short while, he looked at the distant Su Changqing, shook his head, and smiled,

"Well, with him backing me, this demon clan won’t dare to be brazen."

"Solely for the ancient blessing, not worth a single ’fight’."

Xuan Qingzi’s fingers dropped from his brow, the phenomena in the world gradually dissipated, several bright dao patterns appeared on the sky.

[Star Abyss Divination: Variant]

[Xuan Qingzi]

The newly engraved dao pattern replaced the name ranked eleventh on the prodigy ranking.

A stream of light emerged from within the stone pillar, falling into Xuan Qingzi’s heaven spirit.

Clink.

A crisp sound echoed in the consciousness sea, Xuan Qingzi gazed intently.

There were seven gleaming silver-white coins like stars.

"Seven Planet Celestial Stars!"

Xuan Qingzi’s tranquil expression revealed a hint of delight, "A precious treasure indeed!"

To ordinary people, the Seven Planet Celestial Stars have no use.

But for cultivators adept in divination and deduction, it’s an invaluable treasure!

Xuan Qingzi felt somewhat fortunate; had Su Changqing not been present today, he would probably have ’fought’ to suppress the Little Peng King.

Then the possible gain from the ancient blessing might have been more valuable, but for him, it won’t surpass the importance of the Seven Planet Celestial Stars!

"Is this the impact of a benefactor?"

Xuan Qingzi, in good spirits, looked at Su Changqing, laughing inwardly,

"It’s right to come to the southern domain."