Chapter 1793: Gathering at the Battle Platform
Ten days later, the news that Heavenly Terrace had challenged the Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect to a life-and-death contract swept through War King Academy, drawing the attention of countless people. Even experts at the Mid-rank Emperor level were paying close attention to this matter.
These days, many rumors were circulating in War King Academy. The Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect was on the decline. Aside from Ji Wuyou, who could overpower the masses, perhaps only Yu Wenjing was still capable of being of use. However, even Yu Wenjing had lost to Hou Qinglin in the past, and now, she likely still wouldn't have much of a chance of winning. Therefore, it seemed that the only person in the Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect who was sure to win was Ji Wuyou. But now, the specific battle rules for this challenge were still unknown.
When the Ji Sect had come to issue their challenge, they had been humiliated. The people of Heavenly Terrace had openly mocked them, even giving the Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect the right to set the rules. This showed Heavenly Terrace's immense confidence. And when Yu Wenhou was humiliated, he remained silent and didn't refuse. Anyone with discerning eyes could see that Yu Wenhou himself knew that, in terms of overall strength, the Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect was indeed at a disadvantage and might really be no match for Heavenly Terrace.
Therefore, over the past ten days, Yu Wenhou and the others from Star Gate Sect had been active in War King Academy. At this moment, Yu Wenhou, the sect leader of Star Gate Sect, personally came to Jing Shou's residence. The two sat facing each other in the courtyard.
"I've never had any interest in the Ji Sect," Jing Shou said, squinting his eyes and shaking his head slightly after understanding Yu Wenhou's intention. His hands were still tucked into his sleeves, as if they only appeared when he was about to kill.
"I know you have no interest, but I only hope you can temporarily join the Ji Sect. Once the battle is over, you can withdraw freely, and our Ji Sect will not treat you poorly," Yu Wenhou said calmly. Yu Wenhou was a powerhouse ranked second on the Hidden King List: Human List, even ranked above Lin Feng. If he were willing to make a move, he could take down a formidable general from Heavenly Terrace, which would greatly reduce the pressure on Star Gate Sect.
However, Jing Shou seemed completely uninterested in this. He smiled and shook his head, saying, "You should find someone else."
"Jing Shou, this is just a battle for you. And our Ji Sect promises not to treat you poorly. Why not make a good choice?" Yu Wenhou looked at Jing Shou as he spoke, causing Jing Shou's squinting eyes to narrow slightly. Then he said with a faint smile, "It seems you, Star Gate Sect, haven't learned your lesson from the Heavenly Terrace matter!"
Although Yu Wenhou's voice was calm, his last sentence undoubtedly carried a faint hint of threat. What did "make a good choice" mean? Doing things for his Ji Sect!
Yu Wenhou's pupils contracted slightly, and his lips moved as if he wanted to continue speaking, but Jing Shou said in a low voice, "Please, make yourself at ease."
Hearing Jing Shou's words, Yu Wenhou knew there was no point in staying. A faint trace of coldness emanated from him, and he stood up, flicking his sleeves and leaving. In the vast War King Academy, Jing Shou was not the only one who could help his Ji Sect.
Leaving Jing Shou's residence, Yu Wenhou and the people from Star Gate Sect began heading to other places. This battle was drawing widespread attention. Because of the humiliating words from the people of Heavenly Terrace, the entire War King Academy was in an uproar. If they lost, the Star Gate Sect would lose all face, and he, as the sect leader, would have no dignity left.
Yu Wenhou was quite anxious, and Ji Wuyou and Yu Wenjing were not idle either. At this moment, the two were training hard in the mountain outside the mountain where the Ancestor Zhu Tian resided, constantly testing themselves on that path. Now, compared to half a year ago, Ji Wuyou could take five more steps.
At this moment, the footsteps of Ancestor Zhu Tian slowly approached. Seeing Ancestor Zhu Tian appear, Yu Wenjing was startled and bowed slightly, saying, "Ancestor."
"En, I heard that the student named Lin Feng issued a challenge to Ji Wuyou this time?" Ancestor Zhu Tian asked Yu Wenjing. He still remembered that little fellow with a somewhat special physique from half a year ago during the celebration; he was quite peculiar.
"Ancestor, the people of Heavenly Terrace challenged our Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect. Lin Feng should be the strongest among them, and he will likely have a confrontation with Wuyou," Yu Wenjing said.
"En, Ji Wuyou is powerful and should have few opponents at the Low-rank Emperor level. And although Ji Wuyou is arrogant, he doesn't underestimate his opponents. I look forward to your victory," Ancestor Zhu Tian said before leaving. This level of battle was trivial to him, and he wasn't very interested. If Ji Shang were fighting other prodigies, he might have some interest.
Yu Wenjing watched Ancestor Zhu Tian leave, then looked at Ji Wuyou. What Ancestor Zhu Tian said was right. Although Ji Wuyou was arrogant, he didn't underestimate his enemies. He said Lin Feng was not weak either, so he spent these ten days training intensely, bringing his state to its peak, determined to annihilate Lin Feng in one battle.
Ten days passed in the blink of an eye for the students of War King Academy. During these ten days, many people were looking forward to it. A newly established and powerful faction, Heavenly Terrace, had risen like a comet, humiliating the Ji Sect several times. In the past, any branch of the Ji Sect only bullied others. But Lin Feng and his two senior brothers had defeated the Ji Sect on the Hidden King List battle platform shortly after entering the academy, then established Heavenly Terrace. Now, their lineup was even stronger. How could their battle with the Ji Sect not be anticipated?
Especially the few words Lin Feng had conveyed through the people of Heavenly Terrace, which were widely repeated: "Everyone, sign a life-and-death contract; Ji Wuyou, your number one spot on the Hidden King List: Human List needs to be moved." Such boldness was not just ordinary arrogance; it could rival Ji Wuyou's. People were even wondering if Ji Wuyou had been wanting to tear Lin Feng apart over these ten days.
Finally, the ten days passed. At this moment, on the edge of the vast battle platform for the Hidden King List: Human List in War King Academy, figures of War King Academy students were everywhere. It was rare to see such a gathering in the academy. After all, these people were all genius-level figures with their own matters—they needed to cultivate and train. Ordinary battles rarely piqued their interest, but this battle was drawing the attention of many in War King Academy.
"The Ji Sect is here." At this moment, a commotion arose from the crowd. A group of figures rolled in from the distance, led by none other than Yu Wenhou, the sect leader of the Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect.
"Ji Wuyou isn't here." The crowd noticed that Ji Wuyou was not among the group, showing a hint of surprise. After all, Ji Wuyou was definitely a core figure in this battle.
"That's Ren Xuan. When did he join the Ji Sect?" At this moment, the crowd saw a figure appear beside Yu Wenhou. Ren Xuan, once a top-five figure on the Hidden King List: Human List, had fallen to the lower ranks after Lin Feng and the others had completely disrupted the list. He hadn't appeared for a while, but now he was back, walking with the Ji Sect.
"Not just Ren Xuan. Beside Yu Wenhou, there are several other powerhouses from the top twenty of the Hidden King List: Human List." The crowd looked at the others, their pupils contracting slightly. They vaguely understood. It seemed that for this battle, the Ji Sect had made thorough preparations. Yu Wenhou had even invited several figures who had been absent from the Hidden King List: Human List for some time. Their positions had been pushed down, and today, they might be able to regain their glory.
Everyone knew that after this battle, the top twenty positions on the Hidden King List: Human List would undergo a huge change. Perhaps most of the rankings would shift.
"The Ji Sect's Star Gate Sect lineup is quite terrifying. But Heavenly Terrace is not weak either. Lin Feng, Hou Qinglin, and Tian Chi, the three senior brothers, are all very powerful. The strong ones who later joined Heavenly Terrace are also formidable. And there's Wu and Qing Feng, who are said to be descendants of great demon experts from the Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital's demon realm. Wu's original form is the divine bird, the Three-Legged Golden Crow. This time, it won't be easy for the Ji Sect to win."
The crowd pondered silently, comparing the strength of both sides. They realized that, without noticing, the newly risen Heavenly Terrace had become extremely terrifying at the Low-rank Emperor level.
"They're here. Heavenly Terrace has arrived too." At this moment, a group of figures rolled in from the distance. Young faces full of vitality, their eyes seemed to reveal anticipation for today's battle. Would they make War King Academy tremble today?
The people of Heavenly Terrace landed directly on a long corridor staircase beside a battle platform for the Hidden King List: Human List, while the Ji Sect stood opposite them. Sharp gazes clashed in the void. Even before the battle began, the crowd seemed to feel a strong chill spreading, an invisible oppressive sharpness filled with pressure.
"You actually dare to come. Where's Ji Wuyou?" Lin Feng looked ahead and said indifferently, causing the crowd's pupils to contract slightly. Indeed, the newcomer was not friendly. The confidence and arrogance in Lin Feng's voice were no less than Ji Wuyou's.
"Are you so impatient to seek death?" A thunderous roar came from the void, accompanied by the faint sound of dragon roars. The air currents rolled violently toward them. Ji Wuyou and Yu Wenjing appeared in the air above the edge of the battle platform.
A faint smile hung on Lin Feng's lips. Feeling the rolling aura rushing toward him, he said, "Showing off like a clown—does that prove your strength?"
"When someone is afraid in their heart, they always need to release some aura to bolster their courage," Tan Tai said with a grin, causing many people from Heavenly Terrace behind him to laugh. However, they were still somewhat uncertain about the battle between Lin Feng and Ji Wuyou. After all, since Ji Wuyou had seized the number one spot on the Hidden King List: Human List, no one had even dared to challenge him. And today's battle with Ji Wuyou was undoubtedly crucial!