Upon hearing this, everyone's expression turned extremely strange.
Their expressions, besides shock, also contained a hint of disbelief. They remained silent for a long time, still somewhat doubtful, before someone finally spoke.
"The successor of the Vast Sea Saint King... is it true or false?"
This is no joke.
For most cultivators in the Eastern Continent, the Vast Sea Saint King is an unbreakable legend in their hearts. Not to mention anything else, just the fact that he led the entire Vast Sea Saint Dynasty, almost unified the entire Eastern Continent, fought against many legendary figures, and is the subject of numerous rumors.
He is a role model and an eternal ideal in the hearts of countless cultivators.
Even though so much time has passed, nothing has changed.
In particular, the relics of the Vast Sea Saint Dynasty even formed an entire secret realm, which is enough to show how magnificent the Vast Sea Saint Dynasty was. If someone really became that person's successor... wouldn't that mean that the other party knows the entire Vast Sea Secret Realm like the back of their hand?
The person speaking shook their head.
"I don't know if it's true or not, but that's what Feng Wuji himself claimed, and his strength is indeed terrifying. Most of the demons inside are no match for him, and his halberd technique does indeed resemble that of the young Vast Sea Saint King; it's quite formidable."
"Hey... he's out."
As he spoke, the person who had spoken noticed the gate to the Heavenly Abyss Secret Realm out of the corner of his eye, and immediately froze, pointing in that direction.
The others looked in the direction he was pointing.
Many people's eyes were filled with inquiry and scrutiny.
They wanted to see just what kind of person dared to claim to be the successor of the Vast Sea Saint King.
What kind of prodigy could suppress the top three Holy Heaven and win first place in the first round of the competition?
Where everyone's eyes met, the young man walked out with his head held high, halberd in hand, chest puffed out, his posture arrogant.
He paid no attention to the gazes of others focused on him, merely glancing casually at the towering stone tablet before his eyes swept directly to the top of the list.
When he saw the words " Big Dipper Holy Heaven, Feng Wuji " at the top of the list, a clear smile appeared on the young man's lips. He exuded a confidence that he had everything under control, as if winning first place in the first round was not a surprise for him, but an inevitable outcome he had anticipated.
How arrogant!
But they're really strong!
Among those gazing at Feng Wuji were many of the Ten Saints from various Holy Heaven. The moment they saw him in person, their expressions changed slightly, becoming solemn.
The other party was merely standing there, not particularly large in stature, yet he gave the impression of a ferocious beast, seemingly poised to pounce at any moment, baring his menacing fangs.
That imposing aura, though not angry, was so intimidating that many ordinary students couldn't help but twitch their brows, instinctively close their eyes, or take a step back, their hearts filled with boundless horror.
This person...
Is he truly just a prodigy from the Big Dipper Holy Heaven?
That's incredible!
Even among the top Holy Heaven, there should be a spot for one of the Ten Saints!
The Holy Master of Southern Li Holy Heaven watched Feng Wuji emerge from afar, his expression becoming quite intriguing.
He glanced at Big Dipper Holy Heaven, who looked indifferent and seemingly unconcerned, and his tone couldn't help but carry a hint of sourness.
" Big Dipper Holy Heaven has kept a deep secret this time. Such a promising talent didn't reveal anything beforehand. Could it be that they were afraid we would snatch him away?"
The holy master beside him also chuckled and spoke up.
"It seems that Big Dipper Holy Heaven has quite a grand plan for this year's competition."
This statement was agreed upon by many revered teachers around him.
They all looked in the direction of Big Dipper Holy Heaven, their eyes filled with complex emotions.
Big Dipper Holy Heaven has always been lukewarm among the Ten Great Saint Heavens, consistently ranking fifth or sixth in every Ten Institutes Grand Competition, a position it has held for many years without any change.
The two great Holy Heaven of Northern Dipper Southern Li are also the two most inconspicuous Holy Heaven sandwiched in the middle.
Unexpectedly, this time, such a big change has occurred.
A prodigy like Feng Wuji...
Judging from the strength the other party has displayed, it's quite possible that they really have obtained the inheritance of the Vast Sea Saint King!
After all, it involved halberd techniques, and they were incredibly powerful...
The fact that he was the successor of the Vast Sea Saint King and won first place in the first round of the Ten Institutes Grand Competition only fueled the rumors.
As people whispered among themselves, such rumors reached the location of the Primordial Holy Heaven.
After listening to the discussions around him, Lin Xuan looked up at the three characters ' Feng Wuji ' on the stone tablet and couldn't help but shake his head with a smile.
"Our Sword Pavilion's Supreme Elder has taken on a disciple, why doesn't he bring him back to see him?"
Beside him, the Vast Sea Saint King was speechless at what he said, yet also found it somewhat amusing.
"Don't you know whether I have apprentices or not?"
Lin Xuan knew this, of course.
He was just joking.
Looking at the spirited young man on the field, and listening to the others calling him the successor of the Vast Sea Saint King, Lin Xuan slowly raised an eyebrow and asked, " Feng Wuji... the name sounds quite good, but I didn't expect someone to be using your name to swindle and deceive. So, are you planning to teach that kid a lesson?"
He called it a lesson, but judging from the smile in his words, the Vast Sea Saint King knew that his mischievous side had surfaced, and he felt even more helpless, shaking his head and smiling.
"Master, I'm not that petty."
"But..."
His pupils reflected Feng Wuji's figure as he watched the other walk towards the direction of the Big Dipper Holy Heaven, waving to the surroundings as he went. What a dashing and spirited sight! This made the eyes of the Vast Sea Saint King deepen.
After a long pause, the Vast Sea Saint King smiled gently.
"Since this kid dares to intimidate me, then I'd like to see what he's really capable of."
"If he tarnishes my reputation, then..."
"As the unworthy master, I have no choice but to personally step in and clean up this mess."
His tone was still smiling as he spoke the last few words, but everyone could hear the thoughtfulness in his voice.
If Feng Wuji truly possessed the ability to live up to the title of successor of the Vast Sea Saint King, then naturally he wouldn't do anything.
But what if the other party is someone who seeks fame and fortune...?
Upon hearing this, Lin Xuan smiled casually and did not continue the topic with the Vast Sea Saint King.
On the stone tablet, Feng Wuji's name was ranked first. As the number one, he was a dark horse that no one expected.
However, he was, to some extent, a member of the Big Dipper Holy Heaven.
It's still acceptable.
However, what surprised and was hard for everyone to accept was that the second place was not even one of the Ten Saints from the top Holy Heaven.
They weren't even among the first five Holy Heaven.
Many people, upon seeing that name, found it even harder to accept that the second-place spot had fallen to someone else than to see Feng Wuji take the top spot.
Just because of this second place...
" The Primordial Holy Heaven, Shentu Feng!?"