Blood Pool Baptism
After thinking for a moment, Xuanyuan Tian took a deep breath, and with a thought, casually made a gesture towards the void.
The next moment, a figure was seen being teleported straight out of the Battle Realm.
Who else could it be but Chen Changqing?
Chen Changqing landed at the base of the Dragon Pillar where the Ninth Branch was located. He appeared calm and composed, as if nothing had happened.
It seems that winning first place in this competition wasn't something that excited him much.
"Changqing!!"
Seeing Chen Changqing land, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu cried out in a daze and then instinctively rushed forward.
Before Chen Changqing could react, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu had already thrown herself into his arms.
"This?"
Caught off guard by Xuanyuan Xiaoyu's sudden embrace, Chen Changqing gave a wry smile, unsure of what to say.
"Cough cough!"
Seeing this, Xuanyuan Yun coughed lightly twice.
Upon hearing Xuanyuan Yun's reminder, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu realized that she had lost her composure.
Although Chen Changqing was her fiancé, their relationship was only nominal, and they had not yet held a wedding ceremony.
It was indeed somewhat inappropriate for her to hug and embrace Chen Changqing in front of all the members of the Xuanyuan Family.
Then, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu gently slipped out of Chen Changqing's embrace, lowering her head and saying:
"Changqing, we won!"
Chen Changqing smiled faintly, didn't reply, and only gave a soft "hmm".
At this moment, Xuanyuan Yun took over and said:
"Changqing, thank you so much this time!"
"You gave my Ninth Branch a chance to revive!"
Xuanyuan Yun stared straight at Chen Changqing, his eyes filled with gratitude.
Chen Changqing smiled slightly and said:
"Auntie, you flatter me."
"This is what we should do."
Hearing Chen Changqing's humble reply, Xuanyuan Yun smiled sweetly, even more satisfied with her future son-in-law.
At the same time, as soon as Chen Changqing appeared at the Ancestral Dragon Platform, countless eyes turned to him.
Among these gazes were those of admiration, those filled with hatred and resentment, and even some tinged with covetousness...
Chen Changqing didn't pay any attention to this.
Before long, Xuanyuan Tian, who was suspended in the void, turned his gaze to the many clansmen on the Ancestral Dragon Platform below.
"This Family Grand Competition has now come to an end!"
"The Ninth Branch has won first place!"
As he spoke, Xuanyuan Tian turned his gaze toward the location of the Ninth Branch and added:
"Xuanyuan Xiaoyu."
"From this day forward, you are the candidate for the next patriarch of my Xuanyuan Family."
"In addition, you will also receive one opportunity to undergo baptism in the Ancestral Land Blood Pool Baptism."
"Come find me anytime you're ready."
After saying this, Xuanyuan Tian didn't linger. In a flash, he disappeared into the void.
With Xuanyuan Tian's departure, the Battle Realm closed, and the sky returned to calm.
With this, the Annual Competition of the Xuanyuan Family has come to an end.
"Giggle!"
"Damn it, this time the Ninth Branch, who were the least favored, actually won the championship!"
Why should I?
"Xuanyuan Xiaoyu has been selected as a candidate for the next clan leader!"
"It seems that the Ninth Branch may be able to revive in the future."
"..."
The members of the Xuanyuan Family were whispering and discussing amongst themselves.
Then, some members of the various factions left angrily, while others came forward to offer their congratulations to Xuanyuan Yun and Xuanyuan Xiaoyu in a perfunctory manner.
Chen Changqing.
"I'll remember you. One day, I will defeat you fair and square!"
"Take back my lost dignity!"
Before leaving, Xuanyuan Ao stared intently at Chen Changqing, secretly making a vow in his heart.
Immediately afterward, Xuanyuan Long, carrying his heavily injured body, arrived in front of Chen Changqing and the other two.
"Dragon... Cousin Long!"
Upon seeing Xuanyuan Long, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu stammered out a shout.
Xuanyuan Long smiled slightly, then turned his gaze to Chen Changqing.
"Chen Changqing, I was a bit presumptuous before."
"Especially after learning that you are Xiaoyu's cousin's fiancé, I feel even more that you are not good enough for her."
"You really impressed me during our previous battle in the Battle Realm."
"As her cousin, I'm so happy that my Xiaoyu cousin Xiaoyu found a husband like you."
At this point, Xuanyuan Long paused slightly, then added:
"I'll come back to challenge you again if I have the chance in the future!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Changqing smiled calmly and replied:
"I'm always ready!"
Then, Xuanyuan Long didn't linger. He nodded to Xuanyuan Yun and then leaped away.
Before long, only Chen Changqing and two others remained on the Ancestral Dragon Platform.
"Changqing, Xiaoyu, let's go back too!"
Xuanyuan Yun said calmly, then led Chen Changqing and Xuanyuan Xiaoyu back to their residence.
Later, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu found Chen Changqing.
"Xiaoyu, you're here!"
Chen Changqing smiled faintly and glanced at Xuanyuan Xiaoyu, who was gracefully approaching.
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu nodded slightly, stepped closer, and said earnestly:
"Changqing."
"I've come here to discuss something with you!"
Seeing Xuanyuan Xiaoyu's solemn expression, Chen Changqing was slightly surprised and asked, "What is it?"
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu didn't keep anyone in suspense and replied directly:
"Mother went to see the clan chief earlier."
"If you wish, you may enter the blood pool of my Xuanyuan family's ancestral land for baptism."
Upon hearing Xuanyuan Xiaoyu's words, Chen Changqing was slightly surprised:
"I?"
Xuanyuan Xiaoyu nodded and softly hummed in agreement.
"That's right."
"If Changqing were to undergo the Blood Pool Baptism, perhaps you could seize this opportunity to break through the shackles of the Nascent Spirit Transformation stage and enter the Tribulation Transcendence Realm!"
As she said this, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu appeared extremely excited, her eyes filled with anticipation.
He looked as if he was extremely eager to see that scene.
Chen Changqing did not rush to reply, but instead appeared to be deep in thought.
After thinking for a moment, he suddenly asked:
"Xiaoyu."
"If I'm not mistaken, if I go to the Blood Pool in the ancestral land of the Xuanyuan family for baptism, you won't be able to go anymore, right?"
As soon as Chen Changqing said this, Xuanyuan Xiaoyu was stunned, and a look of panic flashed quickly in the depths of her eyes.
In fact, just as Chen Changqing had guessed.
There is only one spot available for the Blood Pool Baptism.
If Chen Changqing goes, then Xuanyuan Xiaoyu naturally cannot go.
Originally, Xuanyuan Yun went to see the clan leader Xuanyuan Tian with the intention of getting another chance to enter the Ancestral Land's Blood Pool Baptism.
After all, Chen Changqing had helped the Ninth Branch achieve first place in this competition, Xuanyuan Yun was also hoping to find some benefits for Chen Changqing.
Unfortunately, Xuanyuan Tian did not grant Xuanyuan Yun's request.
The biggest concession they could make was to allow Chen Changqing, an outsider, to enter the Blood Pool Baptism, but this would also consume one of the Ninth Branch's slots.