Ling Tian demonstrated how to set up formations and restrictions, making it much easier for Tong Xuan and the other junior leaders to deal with the energy swords. They were also more confident about passing the first trial, which left Dragon Turtle and the others excited.
Of course, Fairy Lei Ying hoped that Chi Xue and his people would arrive soon. That way, they could eliminate them early and wouldn't have to keep protecting Tong Xuan and the others with their nerves on edge.
"Let's just let Tong Xuan and the others pass the first trial without a hitch. That'll give us a bigger lead in points over the Heaven and Profound interfaces and make us more certain to take first place in the interface contest." Ling Tian glanced around at Tong Xuan and the others. "We're not afraid of Chi Xue's people if they come, but if Tong Xuan and the others get caught up in the fight and are eliminated from the Haotian Tower, it won't be worth it. We'd lose a lot of points."
"Uncle Ling, we're not afraid of them coming either," Tong Xuan said, his expression resolute. "When the time comes, we'll do everything we can to fight them. Didn't you say we can't rest during the trials in the Haotian Tower? At the very least, we can wear them down, so it'll be much easier for you to deal with them afterward."
"Heh, you've got the right attitude, kid," Tan Tai Chang Feng praised him. Then his tone shifted, and he put on a show of confidence. "Don't worry. Just focus on the trials. The more you pass, the better. As for Chi Xue's people, leave them to us."
"Brother Tan Tai is right." Ling Tian nodded with a smile. "Focus on the trials.