Chapter 479: Chapter 363: Breaking into the Demon Cave! Survival Is the Best Strategy

As disciples from all the major sects continued to arrive, the spectator seats were quickly filled to capacity.

The disciples who were to compete, however, stood together in the center of the plaza.

Lin Chang’sheng glanced to the side, seeing a dense crowd stretching as far as the eye could see—at least a thousand people.

This one Celestial Pride Tournament had drawn so many talented young cultivators together. It truly showed the abundance of resources in the Immortal Realm; no wonder everyone yearned to cultivate here.

This place really is a paradise for cultivators.

"Elder Liao of Heaven-Suppressing Sect arrives with disciples!"

With a loud call ringing out, a group slowly walked forward beneath everyone’s gaze.

Leading them was a refined, scholarly-looking middle-aged man, followed by five young disciples.

Three men and two women, each one extraordinary in demeanor.

"No wonder Heaven-Suppressing Sect is one of the top three powers in the Immortal Realm—they really came prepared. During yesterday’s test, out of their five disciples, one is at the Late Stage of Void Refining, three at Middle Stage, and one at Early Stage!"

"That’s insane! That means they’ve got a great chance to take first place this time!"

"Of course. Every year, the Celestial Pride list’s champion comes from the three major forces. This year won’t be any different!"

"Yeah! Too bad I heard the Immortal Palace only sent four people this time—and they’re all at Middle Stage of Void Refining, none at Late Stage. Seems like their chances at the top are hopeless!"

"Exactly! The Immortal Palace has already been left far behind by the Immortal Martial Hall and Heaven-Suppressing Sect!"

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All around, the crowd buzzed with talk after seeing Heaven-Suppressing Sect’s prodigies.

Most of the young people here were only at the Golden Core Stage, while these celestial prodigies had already reached the Late Stage of Void Refining and were about to achieve Integration.

This is the gap between prodigies and ordinary cultivators?

"Bufan Senior Brother, this Celestial Pride List is incredible!"

At the very back, the young female disciple Liu Yun watched all the talented youths with excitement sparkling in her eyes.

Liu Yun, with her sweet looks and graceful figure, was one of Heaven-Suppressing Sect’s top prodigies.

She had spent over twenty years secluded in cultivation within the sect, rarely venturing out, so seeing so many celestial prodigies here left her thrilled inside.

She didn’t realize, though, that this wasn’t some casual gathering, but a true test of strength and ability.

Lose, and at best you’ll be badly hurt; at worst, you’ll die.

Joining the tournament is no joke.

"Junior Sister Liu, this tournament isn’t just for fun. Remember—stick with us, don’t fall behind!"

Wei Bufan replied, knowing that anyone eligible to compete was no weakling.

There were even plenty here whose strength he couldn’t afford to underestimate.

"Got it, Senior Brother Bufan!"

Liu Yun stuck out her tongue playfully, giving a cute reply.

"Hey, look over there—the Immortal Palace people are here, too!"

The crowd stirred, and in the distance they saw an old man with long white hair and beard in flowing white robes leading four disciples.

There was a character for ’Immortal’ carved on their robes at the chest.

Makes them look even more dignified, as if they naturally emitted an aura of Dao.

Lin Chang’sheng sized them up and saw that all four prodigies of the Immortal Palace were at Middle Stage of Void Refining—no real threat to himself.

The real concerns were the Immortal Martial Hall and Heaven-Suppressing Sect prodigies!

"Hmm? Are those disciples from Celestial Nether Sword Sect?"

Lin Chang’sheng also noticed the disciples of the Celestial Nether Sword Sect farther away, and surprisingly, they were led by two elders.

He couldn’t see one of the elders’ faces clearly, but the build seemed oddly familiar.

"It’s him!"

Just by looking at his build, Lin Chang’sheng recognized him—the Celestial Nether Sect elder who’d tried to hunt him down a few days ago.

If it weren’t for his use of Gu Shan, his own life would have been at risk.

He didn’t expect that guy to be here too—looks like he won’t rest until he kills me!

Still, here, the guy surely wouldn’t dare to act rashly against me.

Lin Chang’sheng turned his gaze elsewhere, continuing to assess the strongest among the prodigies.

You have to know yourself and your opponent to win every battle.

Right then, Luo Shang pulled a tall, muscular disciple off to the side.

"Sixth Elder, what are your instructions?"

The brawny disciple asked Luo Shang.

"Xiang Tian, I’ve found the one who killed Elder Situ. He’s that kid over there!"

Luo Shang pointed out Lin Chang’sheng, and Xiang Tian frowned slightly.

He’s actually still alive? And competing in the Celestial Pride Tournament?

A mere ant from the Lower Realm able to stand shoulder to shoulder with Immortal Realm prodigies?

"Still, since he’s now in the tournament, I can’t act recklessly. His cultivation is impressive and he’s had plenty of fortuitous encounters. If you get a chance to kill him in the competition, do it. If not, wait for another opportunity."

Luo Shang spoke seriously.

Even though Xiang Tian was the Celestial Nether Sword Sect’s top prodigy, his cultivation was only at Middle Stage of Void Refining—about equal to Lin Chang’sheng; trying to take him down was far from easy.

They would have to wait for the right moment.

"Understood!"

Xiang Tian nodded, planning to leave.

But Luo Shang caught him by the arm and pulled a bottle from his sleeve.

Inside was a pitch-black pill.

"This is the Godslaying Pill. Take it and you’ll get a temporary boost in cultivation, but only use it if absolutely necessary."

Luo Shang gave him a warning, then melted back into the crowd.

Still, he left out two things.

First, Lin Chang’sheng might be a powerful figure who was reborn through body possession—his strength could be extraordinary. Without absolute certainty, don’t strike rashly.

Second, although the Godslaying Pill would send your power surging for a short while, the damage it does is irreversible.

Luo Shang was already desperate enough to kill Lin Chang’sheng—he couldn’t afford to worry about the risks now.