Battle Realm
After hearing what Xuanyuan Long said, Chen Changqing's expression remained unchanged, and he didn't even show a hint of anger.
He calmly met Xuanyuan Long's gaze and said indifferently:
Whether someone is a good match or not cannot be determined by words alone.
"If you have any doubts, the outcome will be clear on the field."
Upon hearing Chen Changqing's words, Xuanyuan Long was taken aback:
"Oh?"
He never expected that Chen Changqing, an outsider, would dare to talk back to him like that.
"Ha ha!"
Surprised, Xuanyuan Long suddenly burst into laughter:
"Well!"
I love people like you who are so audacious.
"If you want to meet me in the competition, you'll have to see if you have the ability."
After saying this, Xuanyuan Long didn't wait for Chen Changqing's reply. He then flashed and flew down towards the clansmen of the First Branch under the first pillar in the due east direction.
Upon seeing Xuan Xuanyuan Long, Xuanyuan Lü and the others all bowed respectfully.
Meanwhile, people from other branches of the clan were still discussing the matter:
"This Chen Changqing is really courting death!"
"Although he is a genius renowned Nine Provinces Continent, he is undoubtedly far inferior to Xuanyuan Long."
"You still want to fight Young Master Long in the competition?"
"Chen Changqing, you really dare to do that!"
Are all the people of the Shu Mountain Sacred Land so arrogant and conceited?
"..."
Chen Changqing ignored the surrounding gossip and ridicule. Although these words were hurtful, Chen Changqing did not care at all.
He knew that arguing with these people was simply a waste of breath.
Once he demonstrates his true strength in the competition, he will naturally shut up those who mock him!
After Xuanyuan Long returned to the location of the First Branch, Xuanyuan Tian, who was floating in the void, said calmly:
"Now that everyone has arrived, the Annual Grand Competition of the Xuanyuan Family shall officially begin!"
As he spoke, Xuanyuan Tian glanced at the many clansmen and then said:
The rules for this Annual Grand Competition are as follows.
Representatives from the nine sects engaged in a chaotic battle within the Battle Realm.
"Representatives from each faction and External Aids are considered as one entity; once inside the Battle Realm, they may arrange their own actions."
"Whoever remains in the Battle Realm at the end will be the champion of this Annual Competition."
"Remember, you can fight within the Battle Realm, but you must not harm others."
"During the competition, the loser will be automatically teleported out of the Battle Realm!"
Do you understand the rules I've explained?
As soon as Xuanyuan Tian spoke, the members of the nine branches of the Xuanyuan Clan nodded in agreement.
At this moment, beneath the Dragon Pillar of the Ninth Branch, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu looked intently at Chen Changqing and asked:
"Changqing, you really don't want me to come with you?"
"One more person means one more effort."
"The number of disciples from other branches and their External Aids is quite large."
"With just you alone..."
Before Xuanyuan Xiaoyu could finish speaking, Chen Changqing interrupted her:
"Xiaoyu, I've already said what I meant. I'm capable of handling this Annual Competition myself!"
"Just relax and don't worry about it."
Upon hearing this, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu paused, her lips pursed as if she had something else to say, but she swallowed the words that were about to come out.
After a slight pause, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu quickly looked at her mother, Xuanyuan Yun.
His expression clearly indicated that he hoped Xuanyuan Yun would persuade him.
After all, the other factions all brought a lot of External Aids, and if Chen Changqing entered the Battle Realm alone, he would be outnumbered and outmatched.
If we let her go with us, at least we can look out for each other.
To Xuanyuan Xiaoyu's surprise,
After catching her gaze, Xuanyuan Yun didn't try to persuade Chen Changqing. Instead, he lowered his eyes and smiled, saying:
"Xiaoyu, I think you should trust Changqing."
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu was stunned, her head buzzing, she never expected Xuanyuan Yun to say that.
Chen Changqing smiled faintly, looking back at Xuanyuan Xiaoyu and said:
"Xiaoyu, don't worry!"
Just wait outside for my good news.
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu was stunned, and for a long time she didn't know what to say.
Just then, Xuanyuan Tian's gaze darkened, and he said coldly:
"Next, representatives from each faction, along with External Aids, may enter the Battle Realm to begin the free-for-all."
"This Battle Realm is a small, independent space, containing its own universe, capable of withstanding battle fluctuations below the Heavenly Monarch level."
"Remember, in the chaos of battle, do not harm others!"
After saying this, Xuanyuan Tian waved his hand.
"Boom!"
Then, the platform in the center of the Ancestral Sword Platform, which was engraved with patterns of the sun, moon, and stars, suddenly burst forth with dazzling Golden Light!
As the light intertwined, a huge golden gate of light quickly formed.
Through that portal, one could vaguely see the ever-changing, illusory images of mountains and rivers within.
Upon seeing the portal to the Battle Realm appear, members of the Xuanyuan Clan from all branches, along with their External Aids, quickly entered the portal.
"Kid, once you enter the Battle Realm, I'll see how long you can last!"
Xuanyuan Ao of the Seventh Branch suddenly rolled his eyes at Chen Changqing.
Without further ado, he transformed into a streak of light and flew into the portal.
Xuanyuan Long did not enter the light gate with the others from the First Branch. Instead, he strolled leisurely, his feather fan waving lightly in his hand.
Their nonchalant demeanor made it seem as if they were going on a leisurely stroll rather than a battle.
Before long, his figure had merged into the doorway like ripples on water.
Seeing the people from various factions setting off, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu looked at Chen Changqing with a worried expression:
"Changqing, be careful once you enter the Battle Realm!"
"They... they might team up against you."
"If you are truly no match for them, simply admit defeat, and you will be teleported out of the Battle Realm."
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu gave a heartfelt reminder.
Seeing this, Chen Changqing remained calm, smiled, and said:
"Rest assured!"
"Your future husband isn't as bad as you think."
Having said this, Chen Changqing no longer hesitated. With a flick of his green robe, he transformed into a streak of light and plunged into the portal.
Soon, all the participants entered the Battle Realm, and the portal slowly closed.
Upon closer inspection, a massive light screen appeared above the Ancestral Sword Platform.
The scene within the Battle Realm was displayed in real time on the light screen.
As you can see, this is a vast world within the Battle Realm, with mountains, rivers, deserts, and forests...
Countless small floating islands suspend in the sky, their Principle stable and their Spiritual Qi abundant.
Because it was a chaotic battle, once they entered the Battle Realm, the members of the various branches of the Xuanyuan Clan quickly separated, naturally not wanting to engage in combat with others so soon.
After Chen Changqing entered, he could no longer see any members of the Xuanyuan Clan around him, except for a young man in white standing not far away, who was staring straight at him.
"Um?"
"Xuanyuan Long?"
Chen Changqing was slightly surprised and looked straight at Xuanyuan Long. He felt as if Xuanyuan Long had been waiting for him on purpose.