Seeing Chen Mo's arrival, Elder Jin was also a little surprised.
The inner sect and the Demon Enchanting Hall were on the same level and did not belong to each other. Moreover, one cultivated in martial arts while the other cultivated in talismans. The Demon Enchanting Hall had never paid attention to the Sect Competition in the past, but they did not expect it to attract Chen Mo's attention this time. Moreover, Chen Mo had even brought many elders from the Demon Enchanting Hall over.
"Haha, I did not expect Hall Master Chen to have such a refined interest. Of course, I welcome you!" Elder Jin said rather happily. Chen Mo had brought so many elders over to watch the competition, which was already giving him enough face. Given Chen Mo's status, no one could order him around except the Sect Leader.
Elder Jin was not the only one who welcomed Chen Mo. Instructor Yang, who was the core disciple, also stood up with a smile and welcomed Chen Mo's arrival.
After cupping his fists at Instructor Yang, Chen Mo turned to look at the Sword Sect. As expected, he did not see Lu Xuan. Then, his gaze shifted and landed on Elder Yu of the Saber Sect. He said indifferently, "My useless disciple, Lu Xuan, has not returned yet?"
The moment he said this, Elder Yu and Elder Sun's hearts tightened at the same time. Although Chen Mo's face didn't show any emotions, just him standing there was enough to make the two of them apprehensive.
This was the first time Chen Mo had appeared in the inner sect after Lu Xuan left the Wind Sword School. It was also the first time he openly acknowledged Lu Xuan's identity. Not only was Lu Xuan a disciple of the Sword Sect, but he was also Chen Mo's disciple!
Upon seeing this, Elder Jin frowned as he swept a glance at Elder Yu and Elder Sun. Only then did he speak, "He must have been delayed by something. However, there is no need for hall chief Chen to worry. Given Lu Xuan's strength, he should not encounter any danger."
"That would be for the best. I heard that he was forced to leave the sect by someone with ulterior motives. If anything happens to him, as his master, I will naturally have to investigate thoroughly." Chen Mo took a deep look at Elder Yu before returning to his seat.
For a moment, Elder Yu's face turned pale. From Chen Mo's words, it was obvious that he wanted revenge!
At this moment, his thoughts had changed. Not only did he not wish for Lu Xuan to die outside, but he also hoped that Lu Xuan would return as soon as possible. Otherwise, he would be in trouble.
"Rest assured, Hall Master. I have high hopes for Lu Xuan. If anything were to happen to him because of this, I will look into the decisions of the people involved," Elder Jin said sincerely.
"Then I'll have to trouble Elder Jin. I'm only here to observe the ceremony. Elder Jin, please do as you please." Chen Mo smiled and did not mention this matter again. However, everyone knew that he would probably make a move after the Sect Sect Sect.
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As soon as these words came out, everyone's attention was on the opening of the annual Inter-Sect Competition!
No matter how much attention Lu Xuan received, the tournament would not be affected just because of him.
The rules of the competition had long been known by the elders of the sub-schools, and they began to send out their disciples in an orderly manner.
On the Sword Sect's side, Lin Tian was the first to fight.
Mo Dunchen had already said that he was waiting for Lu Xuan, so he was naturally the last to fight. Other than Mo Dunchen, Lin Tian was not afraid of anyone else. Even if he encountered Du Peng, the Fist Grandmaster who was ranked third in the previous tournament, he still had the confidence to defeat him.
"Lu Xuan hasn't come back yet. I'm afraid he really won't come back." She had originally wanted to see Lu Xuan display his prowess in the tournament, but now it seemed that it had become an extravagant hope.
"I will go last. As long as Lu Xuan can make it back in time, I will give my position to him," Xing Feng said in a low voice.
With his strength, it was already good enough that he could advance among the disciples of the Sword Sect. It would be difficult for him to even pass the first round of the Inter-Sect Tournament against the disciples of the other sub-schools.
Xia Ye, Xing Feng, Lin Xinyi, and Chen Xiaohan were all anxious and clenching their fists. Would Lu Xuan be able to make it back in time?
Mo Dunchen, who was at the side, looked around from time to time, hoping that an opponent who could fight against him would appear. Even Lin Tian, who had chosen to go first, looked back at the Sword Sect, hoping to see the familiar figure who would be of great help to him.
Although the eyes of the three elders of the Sword Sect were fixed on the arena, there was still a trace of worry in their hearts.
While Chen Mo's eyes were calm, he was still feeling rather anxious deep down. He did not care whether or not Lu Xuan would be able to participate in the tournament, but the fact that Lu Xuan had missed out on such a major event meant that something might have happened to him.
Naturally, he did not want anything to happen to Lu Xuan. If something happened to him, it would be useless even if Elder Yu and Elder Sun were to be hacked into pieces.
While countless people were anxious, the Inter-Sect Tournament was still progressing in an orderly manner. In the first round, Lin Tian easily defeated a disciple of the Hammer Sect and passed the preliminary round without any suspense.
Then came the second round, the third round … until the tenth round.
This was the last round of the first round. Mo Dunchen and Xing Feng were finally going to go on stage.
Elder Jin was also waiting, but he did not announce the start of the tenth round for a long time. The elders of the nine sub-schools did not rush him either. The thousands of people in the Inner Sect were all waiting for one person.
After waiting for a full incense stick's time, Lu Xuan still did not appear.
With a sigh, Elder Jin finally said, "The tenth round, begin!"
Xing Feng walked forward with heavy steps. He no longer had any hope. The drawing of lots began!
Number 9!
This was the number that Xing Feng drew.
Seeing this number, Xing Feng was stunned. According to the rules, number 1 would fight against number 8. Two would fight against seven, three would fight against six, and four would fight against five. As for number 9, he was given the bye!
Xing Feng, who had already given up hope, was suddenly overjoyed. Could it be that this meant something?
He was given the bye for this round. He did not need to go on stage and could directly enter the next round. In other words, he still had a chance to wait for Lu Xuan!
Seeing this, Elder Jin's beard could not help but curl up slightly. He then announced loudly, "The Sword Sect is given the bye for this round!"
Hearing this, Lin Xinyi and the rest were overjoyed. They were given the bye!
Chen Xiaohan held Lin Xinyi's hand tightly as a trace of excitement flashed across her face.
Xing Feng retreated once again. His hands were already sweating, but his face showed some relief.
The tenth round began. Mo Qingchen's opponent was a disciple of the Saber Sect, and he easily won!
At this point, the preliminary round was over. Out of the 90 disciples from the nine sub-schools, 40 were eliminated, leaving only 50. The semi-finals began.
However, Lu Xuan still had not returned!
This time, he could no longer avoid it. In the semi-finals, there were no byes. All 50 disciples had to participate in the battle.
"Go. Looks like it is God's will. Give it your all." Elder Cheng patted Xing Feng's shoulder and said. Now, there was no more hope for luck.
Lin Xinyi and the rest were depressed. They had waited for so long, but it was all in vain. Lu Xuan, oh Lu Xuan, where are you?
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