Below the Barbarian God Battle Platform, a vast, endless sea of people had gathered. Looking down from the platform, there was no end in sight.

Their gazes were locked on the Battle Platform before them.

With the conclusion of the battle between Ye Wushuang and Jian Bufan, the first round of the finals was over!

However, the atmosphere in the crowd hadn’t weakened in the slightest. Instead, it had grown even more feverish with excitement!

After countless duels, the top ten had been decided. They were the final victors, the most dazzling figures of the Endless Wilderness’s younger generation. Next was their ultimate showdown. Everyone was incredibly excited to see who would stand proudly atop the peak!

The Strongest Warrior!

The Barbarian God’s Blessing!

The strongest prodigy of the Endless Wilderness’s younger generation!

All these supreme honors would be decided in the final round. Every gaze was fixed on the single Central Battle Platform, so dazzling and eye-catching!

RUMBLE!

Like an invincible expert, the giant elder took a single step, his figure passing through the light barrier to land on the Central Battle Platform. His gaze swept over the massive crowd as he announced in a clear, loud voice, "The first round of duels is over! I will now announce the top ten!"

"He’s announcing the results!"

Hearing the giant elder’s voice, everyone pricked up their ears. The first round of the finals was merely preparation for the ultimate showdown, and they were all extremely curious to see who would step onto the final stage of glory!

The giant elder shouted, "First place: Ye Wushuang! Ten battles, ten victories!"

Ye Wushuang!

Those two words left everyone feeling a bit stunned. Ye Wushuang had taken first place in the preliminary round? ’How is that possible?’

A commotion rippled through the crowd as discussions broke out.

"Ye Wushuang took first in the assessment because no one could challenge him outside of his scheduled duels. He managed to avoid Beize Yunzhuo and Wudao, so it’s not surprising he took first place."

someone immediately analyzed.

"So that’s how it is. What a lucky bastard!"

Hearing this analysis, countless people grew envious. First place in the assessment was basically a free pass into the top ten for Ye Wushuang!

Across the platform, Beize Yunzhuo, Wudao, Liuu Tianlan, and the others frowned upon hearing he was first. The news was jarring. Someone they had never even paid attention to had snatched an honor that should have been theirs. ’It really is just his good luck!’

"Let’s see if your luck holds out in the next round!"

Luu Tianlan sneered at Ye Wushuang.

He didn’t care about this first-place finish. ’The ultimate showdown is what really matters,’ he thought. ’That’s when only true strength will decide who is the Strongest Warrior, and who will stand proudly at the peak!’

Ye Wushuang’s expression remained calm, and he paid the stares no mind. Only he knew if his string of victories was simply good luck.

"Second place: Beize Yunzhuo! Nine battles, nine victories!"

"Third place: Wudao! Eight battles, eight victories!"

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"Ninth place: Yang Dingtian and Mo Wentian!"

"Tenth place: Ruo Xiangyi and Feng Yang!"

The giant elder’s voice continued to ring out, one dazzling name after another echoing through the Nine Heavens.

Because there were ties for both ninth and tenth place, a total of twelve people had advanced.

The top five were Ye Wushuang, Beize Yunzhuo, Wudao, Liuu Tianlan, and Dii Qingxue. They were followed by Yuh Huatian, Pann Wu, Mengg Yiren, Yang Dingtian and Mo Wentian, and finally Ruo Xiangyi and Feng Yang.

Although Ruo Xiangyi had lost one match, she was powerful enough to fight an extra bout and secure her place in the top ten with that victory.

"We made it! Three people from our Ancient Spirit Sect made it in!"

Everyone from the Ancient Spirit Sect was overjoyed. With three of the twelve finalists belonging to their sect, it meant the Ancient Spirit Sect had successfully defended its place among the top ranks.

And this time, they might even be able to climb even higher!

"So what if three of them got in? It’s still uncertain if they’ll even survive."

The Sect Master of Celestial Sword Sect snorted with contempt.

Hearing this, Nangong Liuyun’s expression darkened. "You needn’t trouble yourself over it, Sect Master of Celestial Sword Sect. As you said, everything is still uncertain."

"Is that so?" The Sect Master of Celestial Sword Sect sneered, turning his gaze to Liuu Tianlan on the Battle Platform. ’With him around, Ye Wushuang can forget about leaving here alive. And as for Mo Wentian and Dii Qingxue, do you really think the others will let them off the hook?’

As the Sect Master of Celestial Sword Sect’s gaze fell upon him, Liuu Tianlan turned his head. A sharp, confident glint shone in his eyes as he said with conviction, "Father, this stage is where I will shine. I will personally claim the title of Strongest Warrior this time."

"Good. I’ll be waiting!"

Hearing this, the Sect Master of Celestial Sword Sect laughed heartily, filled with confidence. He had complete faith in Liuu Tianlan. ’My son is destined to stand above all others, unrivaled and supreme!’

"Wudao, the moment of glory has arrived. The final splendor will be yours."

Elsewhere, the Demon Abyss Master’s blood-red eyes churned like a crimson sea as he watched Wudao, his confidence absolute. ’Wudao will seize dazzling glory for the Demon Abyss!’

"The first round of duels may be over, but the true clash of prodigies is only just beginning!"

After announcing the top ten, the giant elder spoke again, his resonant voice booming like a great bell, echoing in the crowd’s ears and stirring their hearts.

The true clash of prodigies was only just beginning, and the final ranking matches would be even more spectacular!

Everyone’s eyes shone with exceptional excitement. They stared at the Battle Platform, their gazes fixed on the giant elder, waiting for him to announce the start of the final showdown!

"After numerous battles, with both wins and losses, the top ten have been decided. They will now step into the final battle for glory. As for the prodigies who did not reach the top ten, although your path ends here today, your futures are only just beginning."

The giant elder spoke calmly, his gaze falling upon Ye Wushuang and the other eleven finalists. "Alright, that’s enough of that. I will now explain the rules for the upcoming matches."

"There are a total of twelve people in this final round. Each of you must fight every other contestant once. This means every one of you will fight eleven battles. Your final rank will be determined by your total number of victories. If two contestants have the same number of wins, they will fight one more time to break the tie!"

The twelve finalists nodded as the giant elder explained. This round-robin format, just like before, was designed to reveal each person’s true strength. Everyone had an equal opportunity; the more you won, the higher you’d rank!

It was a much fairer way to battle!

"Alright, the rules have been explained. I now declare the ranking matches officially open! Will all finalists please ascend the Barbarian God Battle Platform."

the giant elder shouted, his gaze sweeping over the twelve contestants before him.

Hearing this, Beize Yunzhuo gazed at the central Barbarian God Battle Platform, his eyes flashing. With a jolt, he took a step and soared into the air, his snow-white hair dancing behind him.

BOOM!

With a tremor, his figure landed on the battle platform, instantly drawing everyone’s gaze!

BOOM! BOOM!

Unwilling to be outdone, Wudao, Liuu Tianlan, and the others also leaped into the air and landed on the platform, their spirits soaring. The real battle was about to begin—the contest for the title of strongest!

"It’s all up to you now," Jian Bufan said to Ye Wushuang.

"Mm," Ye Wushuang nodded. He exchanged a look with Dii Qingxue and then stepped onto the Barbarian God Battle Platform.

This made Mo Wentian extremely unhappy, but he could only snort coldly and follow close behind.