"Isn't that up to them to decide?" I was thoroughly frustrated. If that was how it worked, they could set up as many matches as they wanted. That was an utterly shameless form of punishment. Although it wouldn't exceed the challenger's own tribulation level, tribulations of the same level still varied in strength. Sending someone stronger than him would be enough to stop him from succeeding.
"Otherwise, wouldn't challenging the sword arena be far too easy? It has to serve as a punishment, doesn't it? Besides, those from the Sacred Path Sect who qualify to challenge the arena all have extraordinary status. This is equivalent to openly announcing the criminal law of the Nine Great Sects. It has to be registered with the Sacred Zenith Sect, and they must obtain the qualifications to impose punishment. Big Brother Xia, only a Sword Immortal like you would qualify." Suo Qing looked proud.
"Heh, should I say I'm honored by your mistaken affection?" Judging by Suo Qing's expression, she seemed rather envious of those who challenged the arena. Still, this kind of punitive arena challenge really was full of spectacle. The Sacred Path Sect seemed almost obsessed with sword arenas, turning even punishments into arena challenges. Of course, they probably also intended to give their disciples some practical experience. Why not kill two birds with one stone?
After listening to me, Suo Qing couldn't help smiling bitterly. "Big Brother Xia, that's why you absolutely mustn't take the arena challenge seriously. Just fight a little seriously, then admit defeat. The Nine Great Sects won't truly make things difficult for you. You only need to put more thought into the compensation. Right now, the Nine Great Sects are all saying that Big Brother Xia obtained many treasures in the Immortal Kingdom..."
"So they want to