Chapter 190: Chapter 159: Lu Qian Accepts the Challenge

Kill her?

Lu Qian naturally wanted to kill her too, but unfortunately, killing Ling Xuzi was something that could be explained; launching a full attack on the Divine Flood Dragon Sect, however, would definitely not be agreed to by the Xuanguang Sect. Furthermore, this woman not only had unparalleled charm skills but also possessed astonishing cultivation. Once a fight broke out, it was feared that even half of the marketplace would be destroyed.

Lu Qian waved his hand, and the cultivators of the Shuangye Alliance made way.

Then Ji Yunrou said, "Alright, the crime has been atoned for. Sect Leader Lu, would you help the Divine Flood Dragon Sect register for the arena tournament? I’d like to witness the heroes of Chongming County, is that okay?"

Everyone present was shocked. The depth of Jade Flood Dragon Fairy’s shrewdness and her thick skin far exceeded everyone’s expectations.

Just recently, they were ready to fight to the death and were forced to hand over ten thousand Spirit Stones as a fine. Yet Ji Yunrou was like a spring breeze, with no trace of anger on her face, acting as if nothing had happened, and even wanting to join the tournament.

Lu Qian chuckled coldly in his heart; since you dared to come, I dare to accept.

"Since Lady Ji is so sincere, it would be impolite for me to refuse. I’ll register the Divine Flood Dragon Sect members and redraw matchups."

Ji Yunrou covered her mouth, chuckling lightly, "That’s wonderful. I’ve been supporting the Divine Flood Dragon Sect alone for years, often feeling lonely and helpless. This is a good opportunity to see if there are any heroic figures in Chongming County. If a suitable match is found, wouldn’t it be a predestined union?"

The surrounding cultivators gulped in awe. Many rubbed their hands eagerly, fantasizing beyond belief. If they could earn Ji Yunrou’s favor, they didn’t dare dream of becoming her Daoist partner but hoped for even a fleeting encounter that could be savored for a lifetime.

Lu Qian, however, ignored her and simply instructed his disciples to bring the registry to enroll the Divine Flood Dragon Sect members for the tournament.

Ling Xuzi, who had been silent all this time, suddenly stepped forward, his anger unhidden in his eyes. Lu Qian chuckled lightly, "What, Fellow Daoist Ling, still want to strike and give me another ten thousand Spirit Stones?"

Ling Xuzi’s fists clenched suddenly, the black python on him hissing incessantly, flames of anger raging, wishing he could tear Lu Qian to pieces.

But Ji Yunrou gave him a look, instantly restoring his rationality. Taking a deep breath, he said angrily, "Lu Qian, you boasted a moment ago that a mere Qi Cultivator could capture me? How utterly ridiculous. Do you dare battle me in the arena?"

As soon as he spoke, the surrounding cultivators were in an uproar. What hatred could force a Foundation Establishment Feather Scholar to set aside their dignity and directly challenge a Qi Cultivator?

This is indeed an unprecedented spectacle!

Lu Qian glanced at Ji Yunrou; she smiled brightly, seemingly pleased with the situation. Understanding immediately, he too smiled, "Fellow Daoist Ling’s words align with my own thoughts. Allow me to give you a chance to challenge me."

From the crowd outside, a cultivator couldn’t hold back a laugh, which quickly spread, and the laughter echoed all around.

Fuming, Ling Xuzi scanned around, the black python roared, and waves of spiritual pressure erupted. Unfortunately, with almost a thousand cultivators present and knowing the Divine Flood Dragon Sect wouldn’t dare act rashly here, they laughed even louder.

Ji Yunrou spoke, "Elder Ling, since Sect Leader Lu has agreed, you should go back and rest."

In front of Ji Yunrou, Ling Xuzi didn’t dare show any temper. He hurriedly gave a salute, glared at Lu Qian one last time, and left dejectedly.

Before Ji Yunrou could speak, Fairy Nishang coldly said, "You wanton woman, how about we have a match in the arena?"

Ji Yunrou replied pitifully, "Little sister, you are so quick to slander. I have always been self-respecting, but seeing Sect Leader Lu today made me a bit more proactive..."

Noticing Fairy Nishang’s increasingly fierce and impatient gaze, Ji Yunrou covered her mouth, giggling, "Alright, alright, such impatience. I shall accept."

In a little while, the Divine Flood Dragon Sect’s contestants were all registered. They had brought twenty Late-Stage Qi Cultivation disciples for the sect tournament.

Ling Xuzi and Ji Yunrou would be participating in the Foundation Establishment tournament, with designated rivals, so no need for a draw.

Seeing matters settled, as Ji Yunrou attempted to approach again, Lu Qian, followed by several elders and disciples, left without looking back.

Ji Yunrou gave a wistful glance, spun around, and a giant snake shadow seemed to pass through the crowd, with many feeling as if they were brushed by the cold scales.

Afterward, the Divine Flood Dragon Sect members didn’t linger long, weaving through the crowd towards their accommodation.

With the primary instigators of the conflict gone, the repressed discussions among the surrounding cultivators erupted, as if a thunderclap in flat terrain.

First, Ling Xuzi of the Divine Flood Dragon Sect arrived assertively, only to be mocked by the Yunshan Sect Leader Lu Qian. Ling Xuzi’s angry action achieved nothing, while they were nearly taken down by the Yunshan Sect and Shuangye Alliance.

Then the sudden entrance of Lady Ji from the Divine Flood Dragon Sect, who clashed briefly with Yunshan Sect’s Fairy Nishang.

The climax continued; at first, the Divine Flood Dragon Sect couldn’t withstand the pressure from the Shuangye Alliance, obediently handing over ten Spirit Crystals as a penalty! My goodness, ten of them!

Finally, Ling Xuzi challenged Lu Qian, with Foundation Establishment and Qi Cultivation set to compete in the arena!

Also, Fairy Nishang challenging Ji Yunrou—one peerlessly beautiful, the other seductive and alluring; where else could one see two such legendary fairies dueling in the arena?

Insane, it’s truly insane!

No wonder it’s the "Six-Six Festival"! This trip has truly been worthwhile!

Just the events of today alone provide enough tales for Qi Cultivators to talk about for the rest of their lives.

Some cultivators originally came just for shopping, but now their keen interest in the tournament had them eager to find out how to spectate.

It became known that Lu Qian stipulated that matches up until the Last Sixteen in the Qi Cultivation tournament were free to watch. However, from the Last Sixteen matches onwards, tickets would be required.

The ticket prices were not high, with stand tickets priced at ten Spirit Stones each and private boxes at a hundred Spirit Stones, affordable even for Loose Cultivators.

For the Foundation Establishment tournament, stand tickets were fifty Spirit Stones, and private boxes were five hundred Spirit Stones.

Cultivators calculated silently—it’s worth it!

Fifty Spirit Stones to watch the match between Ling Xuzi and Lu Qian and see if the Yunshan Sect Leader truly possessed unimaginable abilities to defeat a Foundation Establishment Feather Scholar, or if it was merely idle boasting.

Fifty Spirit Stones to see the beauty contest between two fairies—whether Fairy Nishang, cloaked in flames, would outshine or the Jade Flood Dragon Fairy, with her white python protection, stood superior.

Some unscrupulous individuals began fantasizing about this battle of beauties, imagining the commotion of vigor inadvertently tearing clothes, leading to unveiled splendor...

Even if it costs everything, they must watch!

Regardless, watching just one of these matches would provide tales for the rest of one’s life!

Consequently, wave after wave of people surged towards the ticket booth, overwhelming the Shuangye Alliance disciples maintaining order.

In the Central High Tower, in the conference room, Lu Qian and his team had already returned, holding a closed-door meeting.