CHAPTER 521: CHAPTER 247 BONFIRE GATHERING_2

Zuo Lv seemed accustomed to such matters and did not take them too seriously.

"Outsiders, if they have no Martial Arts skills, that’s fine, they are easier to teach and Tianyuan Town is willing to accept these people. But if they possess Martial Arts and band together, it becomes troublesome."

"These outsider Martial Artists, coming from all corners of the land, vary greatly in quality, lack restraint and discipline, and most of them have nothing to lose, no ties that bind. If they weren’t wary of Tianyuan Town’s strength, they would have already caused chaos, no different from bandits."

Although Zuo Lv’s tone was very calm, her words carried a strong exclusion of outsider Martial Artists.

There was a sense of disdain for outsider Martial Artists, even if they might be stronger than her, which probably wouldn’t change her attitude.

Fang Yu didn’t know if this was her personal view, or a result of her family’s subtle influence.

Or perhaps, outsider Martial Artists really did have an unsavory reputation?

The three continued on their way and encountered three more groups of people who tried to stop them halfway, all of which they ignored.

One of these groups was even led by a female voice, obviously an upgraded tactic, as a girl could better lower one’s guard.

"We’re almost there."

Hei Ao suddenly spoke.

Fang Yu looked outside, only to see a large manor.

The three jumped down from the eaves...

"Holy mother of ghosts!"

Someone at the entrance immediately fell to the ground in shock.

Fang Yu was speechless.

Which game had ghosts? At most there would be demons.

Checking the person’s health bar.

[Fu Xiuping: 15/15.]

So weak!

However, the people next to him...

[Chun Junhao: 256/256.]

[Dan Lulan: 171/171.]

[Zhuang Feiyang: 192/192.]

These folks seemed much more normal.

I mean, how does that guy fit in with the bigwigs around him?

"What ghost, they’re guests, hurry up and apologize!"

[Chun Junhao] dragged the weakling up from the ground and shouted loudly.

"Sorry, so sorry..."

The weakling weakly apologized.

But as he looked left and right, these three, with ox-heads, monkey faces, dragon faces, weren’t these ghosts or demons? Is that really okay?

"Please forgive us, this young fellow grew up in the mountains and hasn’t seen much of the world. But he’s a good person, saved our lives once. Please show him some leniency."

It wasn’t really saving... It was just sharing all the food and water in your bag with you, and then you brought them along for the ride.

Fu Xiuping muttered to himself.

The somewhat impatient Hei Ao, already frowned slightly, he did not like idle talk and directly took out three red cards.

Seeing them, [Chun Junhao]’s expression changed slightly, and he became much more respectful.

"It turns out we have distinguished guests, sorry for the slight."

Saying so, he turned and called towards the back, and a somewhat pretty maid hurried over.

"Show the guests to where they can rest."

"Yes."

The manor was hung with many lanterns for illumination, making it quite bright.

Curiously looking left and right, Fang Yu noticed that many people had already arrived, with some even casually strolling in the manor.

What stood out were three large arenas in the square.

Those must be the main event tonight.

[Hai Tianzhi: 593/593.]

[Li Jingyi: 795/795.]

[Shi Bingan: 658/658.]

[...]

Gosh, there’s not a single easygoing person in sight!

And that’s just a brief scan, who knows what kind of Monsters might be lurking.

"Miss Gulan has arrived!"

"It’s Miss Gulan!"

"Could it really be Eastern Gate Orchid from White Lotus Sect?!"

Suddenly, there was a commotion in the crowd.

People surged in one direction.

The maid leading Fang Yu and the others stopped just in time.

Fang Yu curiously looked over.

Through the crowd, a woman in white emerged.

[Eastern Gate Orchid: 1101/1101.]

Oh?!

Fang Yu was taken aback.

A thousand on the health bar!

This is big trouble; you have to understand, Zhuo Xueer only has 1500 blood points.

The foreign martial artists, hidden dragons and crouching tigers, indeed.

And this White Lotus Sect or whatever, just the sound of it suggests a significant background, not to be trifled with.

"Is that woman one of the outstanding participants among the foreign martial artists?"

Hei Ao’s eyes brimmed with eagerness to try, completely different from those guys whose heads are filled with thoughts of cozying up to the lady in white.

"People from the White Lotus Sect rarely show up in Tianyuan Town, that’s a bit odd."

Zuo Lu slightly furrowed his brows.

Fang Yu puzzledly asked, "What’s so odd about it?"

"The route is wrong. Logically, if they want to go to the Black Withered Saint Sect, they should have a better route. Passing through here is like taking a big detour."

"Maybe something went wrong with their original route."

Fang Yu said offhand.

Zuo Lu smiled and said nothing more.

At this moment, Eastern Gate Orchid also noticed that the three were looking at her.

She didn’t mind, as being naturally beautiful, she had been bathed in such gazes since childhood.

However, when she looked at Hei Ao, she was suddenly taken aback.

Because Eastern Gate Orchid realized, this guy with the dragon head had a different look in his eyes from everyone else!

That was... pure combat desire! Free from any trace of personal desire.

Unrelated to gender, status, or identity, there was only the purity of combat.

Eastern Gate Orchid had never encountered this kind of man, and for a moment, she felt a bit weird and somewhat mindful of it.

But by then, those three oddly-shaped guys had already turned and walked away.

"..."

Miss Gulan was deep in thought, not until people behind her crowded around did she quickly walk away, leaving everyone behind.

...

"The Bonfire Gathering’s arena matches are divided into three arenas."

"The first major arena is the stage for ’Flower rank’ martial artists, allowing some newcomers to show their faces. Those who rank higher may even have the right to challenge ’Grass rank’ experts."

"The second major arena is a place for ’Grass rank’ martial artists to test their skills, everything must stop before causing death, no killing allowed."

"The third major arena, is an unrestricted big arena, also our main target!"

Calling it a resting place was actually just a small room.

But the three of them didn’t care about these trivial details.

After all, they were going to fight in the arena soon.

"In order for Diao Deyi to understand clearly, I’ll explain in as much detail as possible."

"The first big arena, we can ignore it, that fancy footwork and punches, nothing much to see."

"Rule-wise, it’s groups of a hundred, one winner per group. Then the winners face off one-on-one, to determine the rankings."

"I estimate that there won’t be many ’Flower rank’ martial artists, so there won’t be many rounds. It should end quickly."

"We’ll take this time to gather information about strong opponents, or if there’s anything you want to buy, there should be people setting up stalls outside soon. You’ll go and see by yourselves."

"Then there’s the second big arena, which is the ’Grass rank’ arena. Similarly, hundred people per group, winners go into one-on-one duels."

"If we’re unlucky and end up in the same group, then I’m sorry, I will ruthlessly eliminate you."

"Although we came here together, we’re only temporary allies, no need to feel burdened."

"But this is just a starter."

"The real highlight is the third big arena, the rule-free arena! Also known as... Death Arena!"

Hei Ao smirked with a smile.

Such things seemed to make him ecstatic.

He continued.

"In the Death Arena, the rules are completely different. Before the match begins, everyone is assigned a number. That number is your current rank."

"You can challenge anyone ranked higher than you. If you succeed, you take their rank; if you fail, you’re out."

"So, choosing your ranking target wisely is very important."

"When you notice that there are too many powerful contenders present, scaling back your ranking goals is also a strategy."

"Of course, this advice is for you. As for me, there’s only the option of ranking third!"

Zuo Lu shrugged his shoulders.

"I’m aiming for tenth."

Then, both of them turned to look at Fang Yu.

Fang Yu: ???

What are you looking at me for?

I’m just here to make up the numbers!

I don’t even know what the prize is.

Fang Yu thought that if there were indeed a Talisman of Malevolence Dispelling, then the required rank for the prize should be very high.

Thinking for a moment, he hesitantly held up two fingers.

Seeing Fang Yu’s two fingers, Hei Ao and Zuo Lu both showed a slight change in expression.

"Second place!? Ambitious! If it wasn’t for the fact that I need something from third place, I really wouldn’t want you stepping over me!"

"Twentieth place? That’s lacking ambition. You came with us, after all."

The two of them each took it to mean something different.