"Who will fight me?"
The Great Elder's gaze swept slowly over the crowd.
The Yin-Yang Ancestor, the Lord of the Underworld, ancient beings, hidden masters...
The battle for the Throne had begun!
Yet the only answer the Great Elder received was dead silence.
Countless eyes strayed once more to the white-robed figure standing with his hands behind his back, as though he had transcended all worldly concerns.
Sect Master Su!
With this Crownless King present, who dared challenge the Great Elder?
Even if they won, who could withstand that being's gaze?
Besides, the Great Elder had deep ties to Sect Master Su. He had protected and guided him along his path. To strike now would be no different from provoking Sect Master Su!
The silent response made the Great Elder frown. He understood their concerns.
After all, Su Bai had given him the Throne!
He drew a deep breath. Light as brilliant as a star burst from his eyes, and his voice shook the heavens.
"Are you afraid? Afraid of Sect Master Su's might?"
"Today, I swear an oath here!"
"I fight only to prove my path, only to claim the rightful Throne!"
"Whoever defeats me in a fair fight, I will surrender the Throne willingly, without a word of complaint!"
"Nor will Sect Master Su hold it against you!"
His bold words rang with sincerity and resolve, meant to dispel every doubt and fear.
Had any of them not once been a peerless prodigy?
But... still no one dared answer his challenge.
The mighty figures of the Myriad Heavens and Worlds exchanged glances, their thoughts churning.
He could say that, but who dared take the gamble?
What if Su Bai came after them later?
How could they fathom the will of such a being?
The Great Elder understood. He