CHAPTER 1260: CHAPTER 1260: THE SECOND ROUND OF THE GRAND COMPETITION BEGINS

In the blink of an eye, two days passed.

After a period of stillness, the second round of the competition arrived once again.

At the central square where Emperor City was located, the seats were once again full of people.

Everyone wore expressions of excitement. The first round of the Immortal Order Competition had already opened their eyes wide.

It was uncertain what highlights the second round would bring.

Perhaps a dark horse might appear.

After all, in the first round, everyone had the mentality of passing, but the second round was different.

This second round would select a thousand people out of ten thousand.

With such a high probability of elimination, basically, no one dared to guarantee passing smoothly without showcasing some real strength.

Therefore, this second round of competition would be particularly exciting.

"Who do you think will be first in the second round?"

"I think it will be Jiang Shengtian. His strength is extremely terrifying, he was previously surrounded by a dozen people and managed to kill them all cleanly."

"I believe it’s Hong Xi, her strength is equally remarkable."

"I suspect Qing Feng from the Azure Dragon Clan and Shen Tu from the Desolate Clan might have a chance. Previously, during the first round, they both displayed formidable strength."

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Continuous discussions surrounded the arena, with almost everyone debating who would go further in this second round.

And in their view, Jiang Shengtian, Hong Xi, Qing Feng, and Shen Tu were the ones most likely to vie for first place.

As for Xu Nian and his two avatars, although they had showcased stunning strength in the first round,

The crowd didn’t believe they had the strength to fight for first place.

After all, compared to Jiang Shengtian, there was still a considerable gap in the strength they had demonstrated.

"Xu Nian, with your strength, you might be able to enter the seventh Sky-reaching Tower, but the eighth might be impossible. I wonder if I can enter the sixth." Situ Jue looked around somewhat melancholic and said.

"Six towers? Is the Sky-reaching Tower that difficult?" Xu Nian asked curiously.

"Of course, the Sky-reaching Tower is naturally extremely challenging. Each tower represents a level of Profound Argumentation, with nine towers representing the Ninth Level, and each level divided into nine layers. Every layer becomes more difficult, just this first layer requires a comprehension of the laws at a high level. As for the first layer of the sixth tower, unless you have comprehended the Sixth Level Profound Argumentation to a certain level, you won’t pass through; simply understanding the basics won’t get you through this first layer." Situ Jue said with a helpless expression.

It was evident that even with his usual confidence, he felt somewhat at a loss when facing the Sky-reaching Tower.

"The truly difficult part isn’t the Sky-reaching Tower itself, the real challenge is that it doesn’t allow physical bodies to enter." Yang Dong said from the side.

"Doesn’t allow physical bodies to enter? Then how do you challenge the tower?" Xu Nian asked with a confused face.

"This is the magical aspect of the Sky-reaching Tower. Everyone splits a thread of Immortal Consciousness to enter, and the tower automatically condenses a physical body for you. Everyone’s physical body and cultivation level are exactly the same, all at the Early Stage Earth Immortal Realm, so the advantage of cultivation is nonexistent, and each person’s tower is a separate entity, meaning you are alone during the challenge and won’t encounter others." Yang Dong explained.

Xu Nian was stunned, having never expected the Sky-reaching Tower to be so miraculous.

In this way, the challenge relies entirely on one’s personal comprehension of the Profound Argumentation.

Everyone is at the Early Stage Earth Immortal Realm, relying solely on their understanding of techniques.

Clearly, the second round assesses the comprehension of Profound Argumentation.

"What about weapons?" Xu Nian asked curiously.

"Everyone can condense a weapon within the Sky-reaching Tower, which can be produced at your will, but the grade of these weapons is limited to Low Grade Immortal Artifacts." Yang Dong explained.

Xu Nian sighed in relief upon hearing this.

Although his Divine Demon Avatar and Undying Devouring Sky Beast didn’t need weapons, his true self did.

Without the Dragon King Cone, his strength would definitely be greatly reduced.

However, since weapons can be condensed, his true self can condense a Dragon King Cone inside the tower.

Even though the weapon grade decreases significantly, it only affects the material, which doesn’t greatly impact Xu Nian’s performance.

"Xu Nian, if you manage to enter the eighth tower this time, even if only the first layer, you will have a significant hope of entering the top ten." Yang Dong looked at Xu Nian and said.

"Let’s hope so!" Xu Nian smiled.

One tower, one level of Profound Argumentation.

Each level of Profound Argumentation also has nine layers, does it mean that if you complete all nine towers, you have reached the Law Realm?

And until now, no one had ever completed the Profound Argumentation Tower.

But indeed, comprehending a law within a hundred years is an impossible task?

"Huh?"

Suddenly, Xu Nian felt a strong hostile gaze.

Following the gaze, he saw a handsome young man standing in the void, looking sternly at him.

Seeing the young man, Xu Nian instantly understood who he was.

This person was none other than Jiang Shengtian, the one he had always wanted to kill.

Their eyes met, both filled with killing intent.

"So powerful!"

Xu Nian murmured in his heart.

He could feel the enormous power contained within Jiang Shengtian.

He had a feeling that Jiang Shengtian’s real strength was far greater than what he had displayed.

"Swear a Heavenly Dao Oath to never see Murong Xue again in this lifetime and I won’t kill you." Jiang Shengtian’s voice rang in Xu Nian’s mind.

"Heavenly Dao Oath?" Xu Nian showed a mocking expression.

Jiang Shengtian was actually asking him to swear never to see Xue’er?

Did he really think he was invincible in the world, able to control anyone’s life and death?

"Jiang Shengtian, I not only won’t swear, but I’ll help Xue’er regain her memory, and for the grudge of killing so many members of the Heavenly Court Gang, I, Xu Nian, will definitely repay in person." Xu Nian transmitted.

The voice was cold and determined!

"Seems like you are truly incorrigible, so be it, I was going to offer you a chance to live, but if you truly enter the fourth round, I’ll personally slaughter you during the competition." Jiang Shengtian’s voice echoed in Xu Nian’s mind once more.

After that, there was no response.

Xu Nian sneered, his gaze brimming with intense coldness.

If the fourth round truly brought him face to face with Jiang Shengtian, it would be uncertain who would live and who would die.

"Buzz!"

At this moment, a giant gate appeared in the void.

And this giant gate was slowly opening.

"Everyone, the second round of the Immortal Order Competition is hereby conducted. Each of you sit cross-legged, release a thread of Immortal Consciousness into the gate, and you will be automatically transported to the Sky-reaching Tower. If you fail, your Immortal Consciousness will be expelled from the tower, returning to your body, marking the end of your second round assessment. The Sky-reaching Tower will grant you points based on your performance, determining your rank. Everyone may begin!" The President of the Emperor Chamber of Commerce announced directly.

With these words, the arena erupted in cheers.

All the participating talents hovered in the air, sitting cross-legged, and released a thread of Spiritual Sense into the gate.

Meanwhile, their bodies were protected by restrictions on the square, forming one light ball after another.

Xu Nian didn’t hesitate and began trying to control his Immortal Consciousness to enter the Sky-reaching Tower.