"Since this is a contest rather than a fight, there naturally must be rules. How do the two of you intend to compete?" Hao Lan cupped his hands toward the two men. Watching this, Huo Hai sneered inwardly. This was practically turning into a stage play.
No one else spoke; only these three factions kept talking. Huo Hai did not particularly care, however. He had come here to see whether there was an opportunity to cause trouble for the Vast Earth Empire. If he could cost them a few Spirit Kings, that would be no small loss to the empire. If no opportunity arose, he would not feel particularly disappointed either.
Once he returned, a little more cultivation would soon bring him to Eighth-Level Spirit King. By then, he believed he could face even Spirit Kings with special abilities head-on. At the very least, he would no longer fall into danger.
His most pressing task was to raise his cultivation to the Spirit Emperor Realm as quickly as possible. To reach that realm, he also needed to strengthen his fire seed. Huo Hai sighed. If only he had a chance to obtain a Fire-Nurturing Pill now.
Others might consider the pill formula the most important prize, but Huo Hai preferred pills that could quickly translate into strength.
"What would Your Highness the Second Prince suggest?" The Vast Earth Empire had repeatedly tried to interfere in the dispute between their two sects. Although Hao Lan's words served both men's interests, his interference had nevertheless begun to displease them.
Hao Lan paid that no mind and said casually, "Under the usual rules, a best-of-three contest allows each side to set one challenge. The final challenge is set by the most respected person or faction present." Hearing this, the two men nodded without