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"Hall Master, don't worry. I, Dongfang Jian, am definitely not inferior to her!" Dongfang Jian said proudly. His words didn't have the slightest respect for Dongfang Ting, and even contained hatred.
"Tsk tsk … You want to surpass my aunt with that talent of yours? Dream on! Don't throw away your life … "Dongfang Jun mocked in disdain.
"Now isn't the time for you to bicker!" The Hall Master's expression changed slightly, obviously dissatisfied with the two of them. He continued, "This is also the last chance for the three of you. So, unlike them, you must fight! With the strength of the three of you, it's not like you don't have a chance … Alright, after entering Dragon Lake City, don't go anywhere. Adjust yourselves to your best condition and fight for the honor of our Zhenyuan Kingdom! "
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"Aiya, isn't this Brother Zhao? Not bad, there are actually over 30 people who meet the requirements. Compared to our Da Qian Kingdom, you are only ten or so people less. When you return, don't be too little, ha … "
When Chen Hao and the rest followed the hall master into a vast and magnificent palace, the deputy hall master of the New Excellence Hall of the Da Qian Kingdom, who was bringing in the registration information of the disciples, spoke to the hall master Zhao Xingchen with a smile when he saw Chen Hao and the rest. His words were filled with ridicule.
"Quality is more important than quantity. I'm afraid you won't even have half of them when you return …" The New Show Hall Master Zhao Xingchen's expression didn't change in the slightest as he said indifferently.
The disciples of both sides sized each other up and unrestrainedly emitted their perception to check each other's cultivation. Their expressions were arrogant as they opposed each other with equal harshness.
Zhao Yunfei, who was emitting a dense killing intent, directly locked his gaze onto the Crown Prince of the Da Qian Kingdom, Yi Minghao. The killing intent on his body suddenly soared countless times and spread out as if it was material!
Yi Minghao's expression was indifferent as the corners of his mouth curled up into a slight smile. He was filled with disdain as he gave Zhao Yunfei a thumbs down before turning his gaze towards the three experts, Dongfang Jian, Zhao Yunlong, and Bai Lixi. His meaning was obvious. His target wasn't a nobody like Zhao Yunfei …
The competition hadn't started, but the smell of gunpowder filled the air.
After Chen Hao's gaze slowly swept over the other side's more than 40 disciples, he was slightly surprised. The other side had more than forty people. Not only did they far outnumber the Zhenyuan Kingdom, but their overall strength was also stronger than theirs. Fortunately, the top experts were equally matched.
"Really? Forgive this Old Man's poor eyesight, but I really can't see what's so good about you, haha … "
"I'm getting old, so it's inevitable that my vision is blurry. When the results are out, I think you will naturally understand. Haha … "Zhao Xingchen's voice was still indifferent, but the words he said caused the old man's expression to change slightly.
"Hmph! I hope your disciple is as good as your mouth. Otherwise, it won't be challenging at all … Let's go! " The old man coldly snorted and no longer acted like a hero. Seeing that the disciples had finished registering, he left in a huff.
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Soon, Chen Hao and the others also filled in their information and followed the attendants who emitted powerful auras into the courtyard that had been arranged for them. Although it was a side courtyard, it was not inferior to a small manor. In addition to the high-class rooms, there was a meeting hall, a martial arts practice field, and everything else. Even the maidservants who served everyone were all good-looking and pleasing to the eye.
After stepping into the side courtyard, Hall Master Zhao Xingchen gathered everyone in the spacious and luxurious meeting hall.
"You have seen the situation just now. In the previous Rising Star Ranking Competition of the Eight Nations, for the top ten spots, everyone fought until blood flowed. In every battle, they would think of ways to cripple or even kill the opponent's disciple. It can be said to be extremely dangerous. Dongfang Jian, Zhao Yunlong, and Bai Lixi have hopes of competing for the Hundred Empire Ranking. Therefore, you must fight, even if you have to pay with your lives! Without this kind of desperate fighting spirit, it will only weaken your battle strength … However, the others must protect themselves. If you realize that you can't defeat your opponent, admit defeat at the appropriate time. Otherwise, you may die here! Of course, if your opponent is not as good as you, don't hold back. Kill! Understand? "
"Understood!"
"Also, Chen Hao, Dongfang Jun, Zhao Yunfei, and Helian Wuzi. The four of you are young and have high cultivations. The opponent will definitely kill you by hook or by crook. The important thing for you is to participate this time. There will be more opportunities in the future, so don't be extra careful! Mo Yuyi, you too. Although your cultivation is slightly lower, you are already a swordsman. The opponent will definitely not let you off. Also, Fang Qing, Liu Yunfeng, and Zhuge Qingyun will become the main targets. Now, you must realize the cruelty of the Rising Star Competition. This is not our New Show Hall's Grand Competition … Alright. Go and choose your own room to cultivate. You must adjust yourself to your best condition! "
"Yes!"
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Chen Hao and the others might have high fighting spirit, but they knew that the upcoming battle would be extremely dangerous. Therefore, even Chen Hao didn't dare to be careless. Because he wasn't just here to participate.
The next Rising Star Competition would be two years later. Two years was too long!
"Huff …"
Chen Hao, Helian Wuzi, Mo Yuyi, Fang Qing, Liu Yunfeng, and the alluring Senior Sister Yunfeiyan, who stuck close to them, chose a room that was adjacent to each other. After entering the room alone, they directly sat down cross-legged in the cultivation room and let out a long sigh of relief. His eyes that flickered with intense fighting spirit and radiance slowly closed as he entered the cultivation state. Three days later, he would begin the real battle. A battle without any scruples. The winner would be the king, and the loser would be the bandit. A battle where the strong preyed on the weak!
There were no restrictions, no scruples. There was only the simplest and most direct battle!
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Three days passed by in the blink of an eye.
A wisp of the fiery red morning sun slowly rose from the east. The core training grounds of the Empire's New Excellence Hall in the east, west, north, and south regions of Dragon Lake City were already filled with dense crowds of people. These people were all people of the Xuanwu Empire who were either rich or noble, and had respected statuses. Moreover, a large portion of them had dual identities. They were important figures of the Xuanwu Empire, but their origins were from various kingdoms. Therefore, they had become spectators of the New Talent Ranking preliminaries of the vassal kingdoms.
The 32 vassal kingdoms were divided into four groups. The top 10 of each group would advance to the true New Talent Ranking competition of the Xuanwu Empire.
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"Little Junior Brother, do your best. Senior Sister has high hopes for you. Although the top 10 is a little difficult, the top 3 of the group is definitely not a problem …"
When the Hall Master Zhao Xingchen, the two Vice Hall Masters, and Huang Qi led Chen Hao and the other disciples into the incomparably enormous practice grounds, the enchanting Senior Sister Yunfeiyan moved closer to Chen Hao's ear and whispered in a low voice. It caused Chen Hao's ear to itch, but he had no way to deal with this enthusiastic Senior Sister.
"Big Sister Feiyan, Junior Brother Chen Hao's participation is important this time. Don't use your honey trap to encourage him. If an accident were to happen, it would be bad …" Fang Qing, who was at the side, immediately pulled Yunfeiyan and said.
However, Yunfeiyan smiled sweetly and stared at Fang Qing. She said confidently, "Little girl, you don't understand … Little Junior Brother isn't as simple as you think. Do you dare to make a bet with Big Sister? Big Sister will bet that Little Junior Brother can enter the top 3 of the group! "
"Really?" Fang Qing asked with a little surprise. She understood Yunfeiyan very well. Her judgment of people was definitely many times more accurate than ordinary people. No one had ever won a bet with her. Using Grandfather's words, Yunfeiyan was a little shrew.
"What do you think? I know you don't dare to bet. Just wait and see … hehe … "Yunfeiyan raised her charming chin and smiled with a trace of delight.
Chen Hao shrugged and could only obediently shut his mouth. He didn't know what Yunfeiyan saw that made her so certain that he could enter the top 3 of the group. However, Chen Hao couldn't refute because his goal was higher. Even at this moment, he wasn't sure if he could do it. However, he would do his best and even … expose some of his trump cards!
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"Everyone, today's Rising Star Preliminaries will officially begin! In this division, Da Qian Kingdom has 48 contestants, Da Dian Kingdom has 39 contestants … Zhenyuan Kingdom has 35 contestants … a total of 298 contestants. They will be divided into ten groups. According to the information, the designated number one experts of the eight kingdoms will be divided into groups one to eight. The other contestants will draw lots to determine their groups. Let's start according to the order of the kingdoms we just pointed out … "
At the end of the seven hour period, the head of the arbitration team announced in a vigorous voice without the slightest bit of hesitation.
There were a total of 292 numbers in the lottery box. Groups one to eight had 29 numbers each, while groups nine and ten had 30 numbers each. After everyone had drawn lots, there would be two empty numbers left. It was very fair. The first place of each group would advance to the top 10 and obtain the qualifications for the Rising Star Preliminaries.
The members of the arbitration team were the Hall Masters and Vice Hall Masters of the eight kingdoms' New Show Hall. The head of the arbitration team was an expert appointed by Xuanwu Kingdom.
The designated number one expert of Zhenyuan Kingdom was Dongfang Jian. This was also the result of the previous year-end competition. Dongfang Jian narrowly defeated Zhao Yunlong and Bai Lixi and obtained the position of Chief Disciple of the New Show Hall.
The lottery ended very quickly.
Chen Hao didn't draw the ninth and tenth groups that didn't have any seeded experts. He was in the fourth group. Helian Wuzi and Mo Yuyi actually drew the same group, the ninth group.
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"Number twenty-three of the fourth group. Luckily, luckily … otherwise, Senior Sister might have guessed wrongly …" After seeing the number in Chen Hao's hand, Yunfeiyan let out a sigh of relief.
Everyone already knew the rules of the lottery and the order of the competition. The lot drawn had a group and sequence number. It could directly determine the order of appearance and their opponents.
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"First group, Yi Minghao from the Great Qian Kingdom and Zhuge Qingyun from the Zhenyuan Kingdom, please come up!"
When the results of the lottery came out, the referee didn't delay and stood on the incomparably huge stage as he shouted loudly.
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"What? Yi Minghao is actually the Chief Disciple of the Great Qian Kingdom? "
"How is this possible? How old is he … "
"Could it be because of the Crown Prince's status?"
"That's not possible. After all, this is a real competition, and the Great Qian Kingdom wouldn't treat it as a game. It seems like Yi Minghao's combat strength is really strong. This disciple from the Zhenyuan Kingdom is going to suffer … "
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The usually calm and indifferent Zhuge Qingyun had an unsightly expression. When he saw the number in his hand, he had the urge to vomit blood. Number two of the first group meant that he would be the first to go up on stage. Furthermore, his opponent was a seeded contestant from the strongest of the eight kingdoms, the Great Qian Kingdom. This meant that he basically only had one chance to go up on stage in this rookie selection competition. Anyone would be depressed if they were in his position.
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