The curtain falls, greetings to master
"What?"
Seeing such a stunning reversal from afar, Chen Ning couldn't help but have many questions in his mind.
How did things turn out this way?
The situation, which had seemed certain just moments before, was instantly reversed.
Meanwhile, on the fighting stage...
"Puff!"
Because the Literary Saint Phantom shattered.
Jun Wuya's face turned deathly pale, and he spat out a mouthful of blood.
Ling Xiaoxiao's bloodshot eyes met Jun Wuya weakly waved his hand and said, "I admit defeat..."
He gave up!
Just a moment ago.
It wasn't just the Literary Saint Phantom that was torn apart.
And there's Jun Wuya's pride.
His invincible methods, which had led to repeated victories, were now defeated by someone of a lower level.
This blow severely impacted his Daoist heart.
Thanks to his extensive reading throughout his life.
It can still remain clear-headed at this moment.
If it were someone else, their Dao heart would likely be directly damaged, and they might never recover.
Ling Xiaoxiao seemed to have used up her last bit of strength.
Upon hearing Jun Wuya concede defeat.
He immediately lost consciousness.
The elderly referee paused for a moment, then stepped onto the fighting platform.
This scene is truly rare.
But he remained calm and announced, "The winner is... Ling Xiaoxiao from Vermilion Bird Peak."
Wow!
A burst of cheers erupted from the audience.
This competition completely overturned their expectations.
They had assumed that once Senior Brother Jun Wuya used the Literary Saint Phantom, he would be invincible.
However, Senior Sister Ling launched a desperate counterattack.
Although both of them collapsed and couldn't get up.
But no one doubts their abilities.
He absolutely deserves to be the head of the inner disciple.
To be honest...
Regardless of who wins, they are completely convinced.
The Great Yan Emperor also revealed deep shock.
The geniuses in the Dragon-Seeking Sect are truly numerous.
Sect Leader Chen was an extraordinary person.
Now, yet another disciple, who can only be described as an oddball, has appeared.
He is also about to become Sect Leader Chen's personal disciple.
In this way...
That must be another remarkable person.
At this moment, the Great Yan Emperor truly felt a sense of envy towards the Dragon-Seeking Sect.
No wonder it became a super sect in just a thousand years.
This fortune is truly exceptionally prosperous.
A great number of talented people have emerged.
Feng Yihan shook his head helplessly. He had originally thought that Chu Huang's strength was enough to win first place in the ranking battle.
Now it seems...
That's really too naive.
Qi Feng's knife.
Jun Wuya's Literary Dao skills.
They are all incredibly powerful.
Moreover, there's Ling Xiaoxiao, who is capable of defeating Jun Wuya.
Feng Yihan suddenly felt a sense of relief.
Fortunately, he didn't have any ill intentions towards the Dragon-Seeking Sect.
Since that's the case.
From now on, you should just keep obediently licking their boots.
The Wine Maniac had been dozing off out of boredom next to Li Changtian's seat had just woken up.
He stared intently at the competition on the fighting stage.
After seeing that the girl had won in the end.
He clicked his tongue in praise, saying, "This time, Chen Ning has truly found a genius among geniuses! Such a joyous occasion, he absolutely must give me a few barrels of the upgraded liquor."
The Wine Maniac often came to collect wine.
Naturally, they knew about Chen Ning's upgraded and stronger liquor.
That's why he was willing to come and attend the ceremony.
They came largely for the strong liquor.
Li Changtian nodded and said, "This girl is indeed extraordinary, but..."
"But what?" the Wine Maniac asked, tilting his head.
Li Changtian laughed and said, "However, this girl has a fiery temper and a strong personality; I'm afraid Sect Leader Chen won't be easy to teach her..."
"Ahem... That's what that kid has to worry about. Now that the ranking battle here is over, don't sit so comfortably. Come on! Let's go with your old brother to Chen Ning's place to get some wine!" The Wine Maniac chuckled.
Li Changtian nodded in agreement; he also wanted to try the stronger liquor that Sect Leader Chen had mentioned.
The ranking battle has come to a successful conclusion.
Chen Ning took out two pills, which were then given to Jun Wuya and Ling Xiaoxiao respectively.
The two of them then began to treat their injuries.
Next, it was Chen Ning's turn to speak as the sect leader.
Chen Ning stood up, feeling as if she were about to cry but had no tears.
He hated it...
He regretted saying that.
If only that one sentence hadn't been said, none of this would have happened.
Despite his reluctance, he still spoke loudly, "Today, all the disciples of the Dragon-Seeking Sect have shone brightly, which greatly pleases me. The rewards for all rankings have been increased according to previous years. The specifics will be conveyed by the elders of each peak. This year's reward for first place is different from previous years..."
Chen Ning paused, then reluctantly began to speak:
"As you all probably already know, this year's top inner disciple will become my personal disciple, receiving my individual guidance in cultivation."
Chen Ning finished speaking.
Everyone felt a pang of envy.
The sect leader is an extraordinary person; to be accepted as a disciple is a thousand times, ten thousand times better than any reward.
The Great Yan Emperor also cupped his hands and said, "The disciples of the Dragon-Seeking Sect are exceptionally talented. On behalf of the Great Yan Imperial Dynasty, I congratulate Sect Leader Chen and the Dragon-Seeking Sect!"
"Congratulations to Sect Leader Chen! Congratulations to the Dragon-Seeking Sect!"
Feng Yihan also bowed with a beaming smile.
Chen Ning returned the greetings one by one.
The ranking battle has officially come to an end.
Someone left.
Some people stayed.
For example, two people who are addicted to alcohol.
After the crowd dispersed.
Both Jun Wuya and Ling Xiaoxiao have recovered some of their Essence Power.
Jun Wuya took his leave first.
Ling Xiaoxiao, however, was kept behind.
Although somewhat reluctant, since things had come to this point, Chen Ning decided to accept Ling Xiaoxiao first and then claim the reward.
At worst, we can keep our distance from each other in the future.
It's better to have less contact.
Chen Ning approached the white wolf girl and looked at her incredibly delicate features; she was even more beautiful than many Human Race women.
Her beauty is a natural and vibrant beauty.
But within her starry eyes, there was still a hint of wildness.
"Well done, you've brought honor to Vermilion Bird Peak. From now on, you will be my personal disciple."
Chen Ning planned to expedite the process.
But Ling Xiaoxiao suddenly looked up and asked, "Sect Leader, why don't you trust me, but instead favor Jun Wuya?"
"How dare you! Is that a question you should be asking?"
Cang Yue's gaze turned cold as she stood to the side.
However, Ling Xiaoxiao just stared intently into Chen Ning's eyes.
Without flinching.
Cang Yue was about to lash out.
Chen Ning reached out to stop her, then met Ling Xiaoxiao's clear, starry eyes and said, "You only won by luck. Do you think I'll admit I misjudged you because of this? If you really have the ability, prove it to me in the future."
Upon hearing this...
A fighting spirit flashed in Ling Xiaoxiao's starry eyes.
Then he kowtowed and said, "Disciple greets Master."
Seeing this, Chen Ning understood.
Luckily, I was quick-witted.
I knew Ling Xiaoxiao's personality was such that there was no need to explain things to her.
Instead, you need to provoke her.
Only by arousing her pride and ambition can you truly win her over.
Otherwise, it would be a matter of simply lecturing and explaining.
It will only make her unhappy.
They might not want to become my disciple.
In that case, the mission would not be completed.
Given Chen Ning's status, it was impossible for him to beg her to become his disciple.
Finally.
Task completed.
A pleasant sound came from the system...