Battle for the Summit

Boom! Boom!

Upon Spirit Pond Peak, the war drums brimming with fighting spirit finally thundered through heaven and earth.

In the sky, light gathered and space twisted as three figures slowly emerged.

They were none other than the three elders who now held the highest status within the Qiankun Sect.

The moment the three appeared, countless people below bowed respectfully in salute. Even the nine kings lowered their heads slightly.

With a sweep of the Great Elder's sleeve, everyone felt a gentle force wash over them, straightening their bodies once more.

"The rules of the Qiankun Spirit Pond are surely known to all, so this old man shall not repeat them at length. Whatever methods you use to reach the summit from this point onward will be permitted. In the contest for the Spirit Pond, only the result matters, not the means. However, there are only five spots to enter the Qiankun Spirit Pond. How you fight for them depends entirely on your own abilities."

As the Great Elder's aged voice slowly spread, the atmosphere between heaven and earth seemed to turn grim and murderous.

Those who had come to participate in the Spirit Pond contest were all outstanding figures of their respective factions. Their gazes sharpened as they watched those around them with unfriendly expressions.

After all, there were only five spots.

"The time is about right," the Second Elder said, spiritual light flickering in his eyes.

"Great Elder, open Spirit Pond Peak," the Third Elder said, looking toward the Great Elder.

Though they were all high-ranking elders, the Great Elder had greater seniority and strength. With the Sect Master having remained in secluded cultivation for years, all major and minor sect affairs had always been decided by the Great Elder.

"Mm." The Great Elder nodded slightly.

Buzz!

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