After a good while.
The doors of the grand hall for martial arts opened.
Sun Hong and the other Disciples all walked out of the doors with heavy expressions.
Su Yuan walked out last, his expression also appearing very solemn.
All ten of them seemed to have lost the ability to speak, returning silently to their original resting places.
Everyone watched this scene with great curiosity.
They didn't know the results of these people's matches, or why their expressions were so solemn!
One reason was naturally being defeated cleanly by Su Yuan; the other was that the Sect Leader and the Peak Lords had warned these Disciples not to reveal Su Yuan's true strength to anyone, not even a Golden Core Elder, or they would be treated as traitors to the Sect!
How could their expressions not be solemn?
"I'll be leaving now, you guys continue watching the matches!" Su Yuan said to Song Cai and the others.
Song Cai was startled: "Senior Brother, aren't you going to continue fighting?"
Su Yuan smiled: "No need, I have something to do on the Main Peak!"
Song Cai and the others were also dumbfounded, opening their mouths as if to speak but stopping.
They just watched Su Yuan disappear into the crowd in a few steps.
At this moment, the Sect Leader, who had returned to the high platform, announced: "I declare that Su Yuan has defeated Sun Hong, Wei Wen, Yang Mengting... nine people, winning consecutively, and is temporarily ranked first. If anyone can defeat Sun Hong and the others, they can challenge Su Yuan to claim the title of first place. If no one challenges him, then first place belongs to Su Yuan! The subsequent matches will continue to compete for second, third, the top ten, and the top twenty. Alright, the matches continue!"
Upon hearing this, everyone was in an uproar.
"What? Su Yuan won consecutively?"
"This is too strong! He actually defeated nine top ten experts in one go!"
"Even Sun Hong was defeated? Didn't he obtain treasures from a Golden Core cave dwelling? How could he fail so easily? Could there be something shady going on?"
"Didn't you see the fight where Su Yuan just defeated Huang Ye? It was so easy, showing that Su Yuan's strength is far superior to Huang Ye's. This result isn't entirely unexpected!"
Everyone discussed animatedly, sighing repeatedly about this.
Meanwhile, the many Disciples who had placed bets on the odds immediately became nervous. Now that Su Yuan had occupied a spot in the top ten, top three, and first place, everyone's expressions turned anxious all of a sudden. Especially the odds for first place, which were almost completely wiped out. Some people even wailed incessantly, having suffered heavy losses!
Song Cai exclaimed in surprise at this moment: "Haha, I bet correctly! I earned six thousand Spirit Stones in one go, I'm rich!"
"I made money too! Unfortunately, I only bet 80% of my assets! Mainly because I didn't think Su Yuan could get into the top three and felt I still needed to keep some Spirit Stones to buy Artifact Refining Materials! Awesome, my Su Yuan! Too amazing!" Zhang Wei exclaimed.
Zhou Wuyou glanced at the two of them, his expression dimming slightly. He had won the least among the three. Why was this?
Because he had discovered he had a certain talent in Alchemy, he had gradually distanced himself from Su Yuan during this period. He was not someone willing to always be beneath others, so he was thinking of slowly becoming independent in the future. He hadn't paid much attention to this subconscious change until just now, when he finally realized it.
As for Zhang Wei, this simpleton, although seemingly foolish and slow-witted, had always been optimistic about Su Yuan and clung tightly to Su Yuan's leg.
And that Song Cai, after learning that Su Yuan had Low Grade Spiritual Roots, did not give up his status as a dedicated servant Disciple because of it, but instead valued Su Yuan even more.
Zhang Wei was the most foolish, Song Cai was the smartest, and he was neither here nor there, the one who thought he was the smartest.
Zhang Wei patted Zhou Wuyou's shoulder: "Hey, what are you thinking about? Let's hurry and queue up to collect our winnings! Afterwards, we need to find Boss Su Yuan to share the good news!"
Zhou Wuyou snapped back to attention and said with a chuckle: "Alright, alright, Zhang Wei, let's go!"
Zhang Wei was taken aback, hearing Zhou Wuyou call him by his proper name for the first time. He gave Zhou Wuyou a strange look, feeling that Zhou Wuyou was acting odd today.
Song Cai chuckled, his expression full of a merchant's shrewdness.
The subsequent Inner Sect competition was rather unremarkable.
The strength of the top ten experts was indeed on a completely different level. Disciples who encountered them were defeated in a dozen moves or even just one or two.
The defeated Disciples were all bruised and swollen, feeling as if those top ten Disciples were taking their frustrations out on them.
Yet, they were helpless.
Soon, the top ten were decided!
Xuanjue Peak surprisingly occupied three spots. Besides Su Yuan and Wei Wen, there was also a Disciple named Yuan Qing who luckily secured a spot. Thus, the biggest odds were won by Xuanjue Peak.
The Disciples of Xuanjue Peak let out a massive cheer, the sound shaking the Main Peak and causing a layer of dust to fall!
The Disciples of the other six peaks were grief-stricken, their mood extremely sorrowful. Their eyes darted around, searching for Su Yuan, this suddenly rising dark horse. Only then did they realize that kid Su Yuan had already run off!
Of course, the matches were not over yet.
The final competition for the top three was extremely intense.
Yang Mengting, Sun Hong, and Wei Wen all used their full abilities to compete.
In the end, Wei Wen surprisingly lost!
He was defeated by Yang Mengting and Sun Hong. Sun Hong was second, and Yang Mengting was third!
The payout ratio of the odds actually turned out to be a self-fulfilling prophecy!
Gu Sect Leader was on the high platform, his face radiant with smiles!
Not only had he discovered an unparalleled Genius, but he had also earned a large sum of Spirit Stones. This round, he made a huge profit!
However, Gu Sect Leader still had to wrap things up.
Gu Sect Leader's majestic Aura suddenly spread throughout the entire venue!
Everyone fell silent in unison and looked at Gu Qingzhu.
Gu Sect Leader's expression was stern, and he announced loudly: "Recently, our Sect experienced a malicious betting incident. This incident caused extremely severe negative consequences, resulting in significant financial losses for many Disciples!"
The eyes of the many Disciples who had lost their bets lit up. Could it be that their Spirit Stones could be recovered?
"However, given the previous lack of clarity in the Sect rules, the definition of punishment for this behavior is not clear. But this trend must not be allowed to grow, as it has the suspicion of disrupting the harmony of the Sect!"
"Therefore, the results of this betting incident will remain as they are. The bookmaker, Su Yuan, still needs to exchange Spirit Stones for all Disciples according to the bet amounts and odds. As for the gambling funds obtained, half will be handed over to the Sect as a disciplinary measure. Su Yuan himself will face the wall for ten years as punishment, to serve as a warning to others!"
"From now on, such incidents are not allowed to occur in the Sect. This item will be added to the Sect rules. Violators will receive severe punishment; lightly, their cultivation will be abolished, severely, they will lose their lives. Remember this!"
Gu Sect Leader's gaze was imperious, intimidating the entire audience!
The over one hundred thousand Disciples trembled with fear, taking this as a warning.
The seven Peak Lords all cursed the Sect Leader's shamelessness in their hearts! This betting ring was clearly opened by you, don't think they don't know! Now that he had opened the ring and made a huge profit, he immediately blocked the path for others to follow suit. It was truly too cunning!
Gu Sect Leader finally said: "I announce that this Sect competition is over. Dismissed!"
Gu Sect Leader was the first to leave.
The Elders of the other peaks soared into the air one after another, returning to their respective peaks. Faintly, complaints such as "bad luck," "lost money," "the Sect Leader isn't human," "how bitter," and "I was tricked!" could still be heard lingering in the sky.
Not long after.
On the Main Peak's main hall.
The Sect Leader and the seven Peak Lords had arrived.
Su Yuan also stood in the hall.
Gu Sect Leader smiled kindly: "Su Yuan, I have decided to take you as my Personal Disciple. Are you willing?"
Upon hearing this, Su Yuan raised his hand, about to agree.
At this moment, Wang Siming stepped forward and said: "Sect Leader, I have something I don't know if I should say or not."
"Then don't say it!" Gu Sect Leader said.
Wang Siming continued: "Alright then, I'll say it. Sect Leader, Su Yuan was originally an Inner Sect Disciple of my Xuanjue Peak, a core seed. Even if he is to be promoted to a True Disciple, he should be a True Disciple of Xuanjue Peak. Isn't it inappropriate for you to do this?"
Su Yuan looked at Wang Siming in surprise, feeling that Peak Lord Wang was particularly brave!
Upon hearing this, Gu Sect Leader smiled faintly: "He's just an Inner Sect Disciple. I checked, Su Yuan is not yet on the core seed list, and in the past year, you haven't taught him even half a Spell or given him a single word of guidance! On the contrary, I have a profound friendship and close relationship with Su Yuan, and I have already recorded him in the Main Peak's core roster in advance. Both in terms of sentiment and reason, he should be a True Disciple of the Main Peak!"
Wang Siming said in surprise: "When did this happen?"
Gu Sect Leader calmly said: "A few days ago, I already registered him. You can go check the records. Even if you enter the Secret Realm and find the Nascent Soul Elder group there, I will be in the right! Peak Lord Wang, you should reflect on your actions. Think about whether you have neglected the discipline of your Disciples over the years? Have you not worked hard to manage your peak? You should try to find the reasons within yourself! Also, I am the Sect Leader!"
Gu Sect Leader's speaking speed was extremely fast, like a string of bullets, leaving Wang Siming speechless.
Su Yuan watched Gu Sect Leader's smooth and flowing conversation, momentarily astonished as if seeing a celestial being!
Gu Sect Leader then looked at Su Yuan kindly: "How about it? Are you willing?"
"This Disciple is willing!" Su Yuan cast an apologetic look towards Wang Siming.
Wang Siming's face was full of frustration, but this matter was indeed his own fault. He truly hadn't paid much attention to the Disciples because he had already comprehended the artistic conception and was preparing to attempt a Breakthrough towards the Nascent Soul realm. He had mostly been solidifying his Foundation over the years and had already started looking for a candidate for the next Peak Lord. Su Yuan was quite suitable, what a pity.
Finally, witnessed by the seven Peak Lords, Su Yuan officially joined the Main Peak, becoming one of the Sect Leader's True Disciples!
"Alright, Su Yuan, go collect your grand competition reward, and then you can go face the wall in contemplation!" The Sect Leader said with a chuckle.
Su Yuan's originally smiling expression instantly froze.
He said in surprise: "Do I really have to face the wall in contemplation? Oh right, where's my cut?"
The seven Peak Lords frequently glanced sideways.
Gu Sect Leader quickly winked, then said: "What cut? I don't understand. Alright, prepare to go face the wall in contemplation at the Yuan Pool!"
"Yuan Pool? What place!" Su Yuan looked at the Sect Leader with a confused expression.
But actually, Su Yuan knew about the Yuan Pool. It was a good place containing liquefied heaven and earth qi. The Library Pavilion had records that cultivating there was like absorbing Spirit Stones. Ten years... it was probably equivalent in value to the Spirit Stones the Sect Leader had promised. But... this was Sect property! The Sect Leader didn't need to personally take out Spirit Stones!
This Sect Leader is truly cunning!
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