The Prodigies War-Chapter 2744 Heaven’s Judgment Arena
Lin Xun had successfully overcome his tribulation! This fact was like an invisible hand that fiercely slapped at the cheeks of Fu Wenli’s party, leaving a burning pain.
Previously, they had lamented about collecting his ashes and belongings in order to give him a proper burial, as if he would surely die. However, that remark now came back at them like a boomerang. It would be strange if they could maintain a good expression.
Lin Xun's success in his Immortal tribulation had flung all of their schemes and efforts down the drain, causing them to lose the whole game like a checkmate!
Coming from hostile factions of Fangchun Mountain, it was impossible for them to tolerate Lin Xun, the successor who the Lord of the Fangchun Mountain had waited eons for, breaking into the Immortal Stage.
For this reason, they had poured in their blood and sweat this whole time, relentlessly beating down anyone who had a good relationship with him in the Origin Sect. They had even taken action against the other Fangchun Mountain disciples and the Luo Clan.
On top of that, they had sent experts to the Ancient Nebula Road to capture his old friends and relatives!
Their every operation had aimed at rattling his state of mind and thus leading him to fail his ascension, but it turned out to be nothing more than pointless. Unspeakable frustration and unwillingness festered in their hearts. Their expressions kept growing gloomier and uglier.
In this place where many people were cheering for Lin Xun, the quiet Fu Wenli’s group seemed out of place. It naturally caught the attention of Xuan Feiling and the other senior figures, who all shared a tacit smile. The taste of failing something you painstakingly plotted is quite bitter, I bet.
Under the sky, Lin Xun stood alone. His tall and refined figure was wrapped in crystalline wisps of Immortal aura, which formed a divine ring that circled around him. With his clothes fluttering in the wind, he resembled a god who came from beyond this world.
At this moment, he was no longer a supreme Emperor Ancestor, but instead a Heavenly Longevity Immortal! He shared a lifespan with the heavens, living eternally!
In a calm and focused state, he was examining his own qi. This time, the tribulation had let him go through an unprecedented metamorphosis. The brand new cultivation, laws, and energy filling every fiber of his being gave him a pleasant sense of fulfillment.
“Congratulations on your successful Immortal certification, Junior Brother Lin Xun. But I hope you haven't forgotten what you said last night,” Qi Lingzhen suddenly opened his mouth, his heavy voice echoing in the entire field. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂
The smiles on Xuan Feiling’s and the others’ faces froze as they screamed inside. This is definitely nothing good!
On the other hand, Fu Wenli’s party suddenly recalled something and went from furious to anticipation. They looked like they were finally seeing the sun peeking through the dark clouds.
The agreement to duel!
Currently, Lin Xun had just proved his Immortal dao, going from a supreme Emperor Ancestor to a Heavenly Longevity expert in one stride. As it was a brand new realm, he should not be able to fully utilize his new Immortal power very quickly.
In such a situation, a veteran like Qi Lingzhen, who had been immersed in the Heavenly Longevity Realm for many years, would be able to kill him easily!
Furthermore, Lin Xun had challenged not only Qi Lingzhen but also Zhongli Ran, Gu Shaoyin, and Fu Zhaosheng! These four young overlords had realized immortality a very long time ago. How could they fail in wiping out a fresh ‘newbie’?
The thought of this dispersed the gloom in Fu Wenli’s group. They immediately perked up, looking all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
“Of course I remember it.” Lin Xun stood with his arms folded, his eyes sweeping Qi Lingzhen and the other three as he said, “Even if all of you forgot, I wouldn't.”
“Lin Xun, you just certified your dao, why are you in such a hurry to fight?” Xuan Feiling frowned, trying to remind him that he still had plenty of time in the future.
Fang Daoping, Dugu Yong, and the others also turned to Lin Xun. From the way they gazed at him, it was clear that they also wanted him to tread cautiously and hold back the urge to get revenge for the time being.
Fu Wenli spoke up with a smile on his face, “If I remember correctly, it was Lin Xun who took the initiative to ask for a duel, and not the other disciples who deliberately tried to make things difficult for him at this juncture.
“Qi Lingzhen and the others even consulted me and Deputy Pavilion Master Qi Xiaoyun about it. They were unwilling to hurt a fellow disciple, but Lin Xun insisted. The two of us were left with no choice but to give them the go-ahead.”
Next to him, Qi Xiaoyun said in a deep voice, “It is as Brother Fu said.”
“But it's a match that will not stop until one side is dead!” Xuan Feiling coldly said, “All of you made a reckless and hasty decision. I won't agree to it!”
In order to carry out a life-and-death duel in the Heaven's Judgment Arena required the unanimous consent of all three deputy pavilion masters of Origin Sky Pavilion, meaning it could not happen so long as just one of them didn't agree to it.
After all, they were all fellow disciples of the Origin Sect. A fight to the death was too serious, and it was something no one wanted to see under normal circumstances.
Hearing Xuan Feiling's objection, the faces of Fu Wenli’s party clouded over again.
“Junior Brother, you promised me in person last night that you would persuade Deputy Pavilion Master Xuan Feiling, but from the looks of it now...” Qi Lingzhen let out a long sigh. The provocation in his words couldn't be clearer.
Xuan Feiling glared at him and opened his mouth, but Lin Xun preempted his speech, “Elder, I hope you allow me and my senior brothers to have the duel!”
His calm voice resounded through the area, triggering various outcries. In the crowd's opinion, engaging in a duel to the death right after breaking through was not advised at all. From the depths and power Lin Xun had shown during the tribulation, as well as the Immortal path he had ascended on, he was destined to shine bright in the future.
To think that he would insist on fulfilling this promise right away!
“You...” Xuan Feiling was exasperated and a bit angry even. How can this brat be so muddle-headed?!
“Brother Lin, this is not the time for jokes, okay? Even if you go back on your word and refuse to do it, no one in this sect would dare to mock you!” Xuan Jiuyin bitterly chimed in.
Jintian Xuanyue, on the other hand, uncharacteristically did not try to dissuade Lin Xun. Having served by his side a long time ago, she had witnessed time and time again how he had turned the tide in unfavorable situations. She had long developed a blind confidence in him.
The same thing had transpired this time: who had dared to imagine that Lin Xun would survive such a horrifying tribulation? But he had! Therefore, since he was so insistent in carrying out the challenge, she believed that he was absolutely sure of emerging victorious!
It was just that she was alone in this. The ones with authority like Dugu Yong, Fang Daoping, and Qin Wuyu were finding it difficult to understand Lin Xun’s perspective.
“What if I don't agree?” asked Xuan Feiling with a heavy expression.
Lin Xun went silent. After a while, when he was about to speak, a snow-white jade slip suddenly flew from the horizon and stopped in front of Xuan Feiling. Stunned, the latter grabbed it. The moment he read the message inside, he raised his brows. His expression then kept flickering afterward. Such a reaction confused the crowd.
Meanwhile, the high-ranking figures inwardly grew serious, having recognized the aura on the snow-white jade slip as one belonging to the Origin Sky Pavilion Master!
All eyes landed on Xuan Feiling. What did the pavilion master say?
After what seemed like half a day, Xuan Feiling put away the jade slip, took a deep breath, and said, “Forget it. Since you insist, I won't stop you anymore.”
The entire crowd was shocked. A jade slip had changed Deputy Pavilion Master Xuan Feiling's attitude! The minds of the senior members were reeling, because they knew the one who caused this change was actually the pavilion master of Origin Sky Pavilion!
While no one had any idea whether this was to help Lin Xun or Fu Wenli’s faction, it didn't stop the latter from laughing gleefully. Full of contentment and anticipation, it was almost as if they were seeing the scene of Lin Xun being struck down.
As for Lin Xun, he also heaved a sigh of relief. To be honest, there was nothing he could do if Xuan Feiling had remained firm about refusing. Fortunately, it worked out for him in the end. He looked at Qi Lingzhen’s group in the distance and said, “No time to lose. Are you prepared, senior brothers?”
Qi Lingzhen smiled. “No preparation needed. Let's head to Heaven's Judgment Arena right away!”
Zhongli Ran, Gu Shaoyin, and Fu Zhaosheng all chuckled out loud, overjoyed by this turn of events as well. They even felt a bit incredulous and surreal. After all, who didn't know that Lin Xun had only just entered a new stage? Did he have a death wish, choosing this kind of time to fight them?
“Let's go! To Heaven’s Judgment Arena!” Fu Wenli’s group couldn't wait any longer. They immediately set out for fear that a further delay would lead to unwanted variables.
How could the cultivators present miss such a life-or-death duel? They all rushed toward Heaven’s Judgment Arena.
Dugu Yong looked at Lin Xun and had to ask, “Are you really sure?”
Lin Xun smilingly nodded. Dugu Yong, Fang Daoping, Xuan Feiling, and the others exchanged glances and inwardly sighed. Knowing that they couldn't persuade him otherwise, they also headed to the destination.
“Young Master, I believe in you.” Jintian Xuanyue came up to Lin Xun, her white clothes fluttering in the wind. Her stunning face that was usually full of seriousness appeared meek in front of him.
“It’s still Xuanyue who understands me best.” Lin Xun laughed out loud.
Seeing their exchange from a distance away, the green-clad Dugu Youran for some reason felt vaguely uncomfortable and sour.
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Heaven’s Judgment Arena, located next to Origin Sky Mountain, had always been under the control of Origin Sky Pavilion. The massive arena was shaped like a floating landmass in the air. Jet-black with a peculiar metallic luster, it was actually made of over a thousand kinds of immortal divine materials. The restrictive arrays covering it ensured that even duels at the Immortal level could not destroy this arena.
At the moment, personnel of all ranks in the Origin Sect had poured in like a flood and packed the space around Heaven’s Judgment Arena.
When Lin Xun arrived, he became the center of attention. Everybody here knew that once the fighters stepped into Heaven's Judgment Arena, there was no possibility of backtracking or withdrawing. It would be either life or death!
Lin Xun looked at Qi Lingzhen, who was standing in the arena imposingly.
“Come, Junior Brother!” said Qi Lingzhen in a loud voice.
He wore a bright yellow robe, his face was handsome, and his entirety was surrounded by drifting Immortal law auras. Like a deity on earth, his might was intimidating. He had merely cultivated for three thousand years, which was already considered extremely young in the Immortal Stage. This also went to show how striking a talent he was.
Lin Xun, instead of starting right away, asked with a frown, ''Why are you alone? It's the four of you that I challenged to a duel.”
The audience was dumbfounded, so confused they lost some brain cells. What is the meaning of this? Don't tell me he actually wants to fight four opponents at once?!
