Chapter 1168: Chapter 1168: No One Dares to Challenge
The rules for the second round were nearly identical to those of the first, the only difference being the competition for the number one and two platforms.
It would likely be incredibly fierce.
Of course, some teams experienced no disturbances at all!
For instance, the team Ye Luo was in.
Ye Luo drew the first team today, and he was also the first to ascend the platform.
He chose the number one platform.
Unfortunately, from the moment he stood there, no one dared to challenge him.
Because Ye Luo’s strength was clear for all to see!
In fact, manipulating the standings was not only played by the Ximen Family; other major forces were also adept at it.
It could be said that within Ye Luo’s team, there weren’t any seeded contestants from any major forces.
These seeded contestants had been strategically positioned in the later fourth groups by their respective forces for ranking purposes.
Ye Luo obviously had no objections to this outcome, standing on the platform, watching the bloodbath for the number two platform with great contentment.
This indeed made many people quite envious.
Ye Luo stood on the number one platform for the duration of an incense stick, and he even stepped down before Zhang Tianheng announced the end. Nevertheless, even after he stepped down, no one dared to take advantage of the situation!
Such was his deterrence!
Ye Luo’s deterrent power was sufficient to halt the members of the first team in their tracks!
However, everyone knew that the real combat in the ranking battles would take place in the last two days!
The fight for the top ten would be exceedingly brutal!
Because when it came to fighting for the top ten, even major forces couldn’t interfere further.
Everything depended solely on actual strength!
Additionally, it could be said that starting from the third day, in the pursuit of a top ten spot, probably no one would give up even the slightest chance!
The first two days were merely appetizers.
The second day ended uneventfully, at least for Ye Luo, who found it very mundane.
But on the third day, when Ye Luo arrived at the platform area, he distinctly felt an extraordinary atmosphere!
Currently, the spectator area had been pushed back a kilometer!
And those who came to watch were even more numerous, including elders from various Hidden Sects and families, Sect Masters, and Sect Leaders, each of whom, upon arriving, took their places and began instructing their disciples.
On the third day, only a hundred contestants remained in the ranking battles!
And today, the top ten would be decided among these hundred participants!
Ten spots!
With so many forces within the Hidden Sects, not to mention worldly forces like the Tian Group, the competition was intense. However, there were only ten spots available—not one more.
"Boss, over here!"
Suddenly, Hou Jingwu’s voice called out.
At this moment, Hou Jingwu, Leng Ruobing, the people from the Snow Palace, Elder Ji, and the members of the War God team had all gathered together, and next to them were members of the Dragon Pavilion. Clearly, owing to yesterday’s events, those who were close to Ye Luo naturally grouped together.
Ye Luo smiled slightly and walked over.
"You all came quite early, huh?"
"Hmph, you big flirt, you think everyone is as lazy as you, coming just before the match starts, hmph!"
Ye Luo just smiled slightly and didn’t bother to argue with Tang Bao’er.
But looking at the Palace Master of Snow Palace, Ye Luo discovered that there were significantly fewer people around him.
"Palace Master, where are the others?"
"Yesterday during the selection, some disciples were defeated due to injuries. They are still resting, so I left some people to take care of them."
The Palace Master of the Snow Palace said indifferently, yet a smile was on his face.
Snow Palace had five slots, but with two entering the top hundred, the Palace Master was actually satisfied.
Yan Ruxue and Ruan Yu successfully advanced, Leng Ruobing and Tang Bao’er knew their limits and chose to give up after trying, so they were not injured.
After all, yesterday’s competition in the other four groups was extremely cruel due to Ye Luo’s involvement.
Almost all elite disciples from the various sects avoided the first group.
Because no one could guarantee that, if Ye Luo went on a rampage and killed all the people in his group, it would have been a disaster.
However, what they didn’t expect was that Ye Luo would just watch a play for the duration of a stick of incense on the stage, without moving a finger.
This result made some forces extremely frustrated.
If they had known this would be the outcome, they wouldn’t have concentrated all their elites in the later groups.
"Alright, everyone quiet, I am now going to announce the rules for today’s fight for the top ten! First, today, like yesterday, we will have a defending battle. The disciples who secured the first and second positions in the arenas yesterday will be the champions, and the rest will take turns trying to take over the arena. Remember, today’s fight offers each person only one chance to challenge. Choose your opponent wisely, and if you are defeated, you will be directly eliminated!"
Only one chance to take over the arena!
Ye Luo was quite surprised; no wonder the struggle for the first and second arenas was so fierce yesterday. Without the champion qualification, one would clearly be at a disadvantage in today’s battles.
Of course, even if one got the champion status, it wouldn’t be easy.
After all, a champion would face the challenges of ninety people. Even though it wasn’t likely that all ninety would choose the same person, on average, each champion would still face challenges from ten people.
"Alright, now, I request the ten chosen contestants from yesterday who obtained the first and second arenas to come onto the stage!"
"Kid, go on, don’t disgrace our special bureau!"
Elder Ji said with a smile to Ye Luo.
"Boss, good luck, smack those bastards down!"
Hou Jingwu roared in a low voice, of course, he had to keep it low; it would be trouble if he were overheard!
"Be careful. If you can’t win, then don’t fight."
Leng Ruobing told Ye Luo, only advising him to be careful.
"Big pervert, don’t you die!"
Ye Luo suddenly turned around; if it weren’t for heading to the arena now, he’d really want to sort out Tang Bao’er first!
As Ye Luo walked, he waved his hand and said indifferently, "Don’t worry, my target is to be number one!"
As soon as Ye Luo said this, countless gazes were drawn to him; clearly, many were incredulous that someone would directly declare their intention to take first place.
But when they realized it was Ye Luo, they instinctively averted their gaze.
It was the destroyer!
Setting aside whether he could attain first place or not, at least, no one wanted to mess with Ye Luo lightly.
As the ten champions moved towards the arena, various forces were also instructing their disciples.
At Seven Stars Pavilion, Pavilion Master Yi Tian, looking at the youth before him, slightly frowned, "Ling Tian, remember, our main goal this time is to make the top ten. As for that Ye Luo, I know you have a grudge against him. But don’t worry, he won’t live long. So, do not act impulsively, as you only have one chance to challenge!"
Ji Lingtian, looking sharply at the slowly approaching Ye Luo, reluctantly nodded, "Pavilion Master, don’t worry. I understand. Even if I have to fight him, I will wait until tomorrow!"
"Good, as long as you understand!"
Yi Tian also frowned as he looked at Ye Luo, but his gaze was filled with murderous intent!
