Chapter 869: Chapter 869: The Martial Arts Tournament Concludes

When everyone turned their gaze towards the last Martial Arts Arena, the people from the Four Great Clans and the Eight Great Powers also returned to their original positions.

Patriarch Gu angrily glared at Liu Zixuan, his lips moved slightly as he said, "It seems we should have killed Liu Zixuan earlier. Now that he has grown, it will be difficult to eliminate him."

"Not necessarily, although he defeated Hua Qiu, I don’t believe he can withstand the wrath of our combined forces." The old man beside him said in a deep voice.

"It’s no longer important."

Just then, the Ancestor of Willow Association unexpectedly walked in from outside, and everyone nodded in greeting to him.

The Ancestor of Willow Association waved his hand: "Not killing Liu Zixuan indeed surprised us, but once the martial arts tournament ends, he will be taken away by the Hidden Sect. When that time comes, with him gone, we can still unify the Martial Realm!"

"But he will return!" Patriarch Gu said with a frown.

The Ancestor of Willow Association smiled mysteriously: "No, he won’t return. Don’t forget he was chosen by the Profound Sword Sect. What place is the Profound Sword Sect? Hua Qiu has been there for many years and is recognized as a genius. Given Hua Qiu’s personality, will he tolerate Liu Zixuan to seize his position?"

The old man beside him raised his brow: "Brother Liu, you mean Hua Qiu will use his power in the Profound Sword Sect to secretly kill Liu Zixuan?"

"Outside, Hua Qiu might consider many things, but inside the Profound Sword Sect, he doesn’t need to. I believe he will have many ways to silently eliminate Liu Zixuan." The Ancestor of Willow Association revealed a sinister and ruthless expression.

Gone was the previously kind and gentle demeanor towards Liu Zixuan.

Patriarch Gu pondered for a moment and laughed: "It is indeed a good plan, but Ancestor, Liu Zixuan is the son-in-law of Willow Association anyway, aren’t you at all..."

"Those who serve me are my Willow Association sons-in-law, but those who defy me, even if they’re my own sons, they must go!" The Ancestor of Willow Association said in a deep voice.

Upon hearing this, everyone cast a fearful glance at the Ancestor of Willow Association, secretly relieved that by following this old man, at least they wouldn’t have to worry about matters of life and death.

Among these patriarchs and elders, only the Patriarch of Shi Family had a hint of unusual expression flash across his face, looked up at Liu Zixuan, and thought to himself: Liu Zixuan, it’s not that I can’t help you, but the current situation is too unfavorable for you. If you can return from the Profound Sword Sect, we will discuss dealing with them then.

Initially, Patriarch Shi had cooperation with Liu Zixuan to resist the Four Great Clans and the Eight Great Powers. But now, the situation is clear, Liu Zixuan will spend a long time in the Profound Sword Sect.

He simply has no time to attend to matters here, so their cooperation can only be delayed or even... abandoned!

During their conversation, little Divine Maiden Tongtong and Jiang Yunxuan’s battle had ended.

It must be said that this martial arts tournament was truly a nest of hidden talents. The seemingly fragile Tongtong turned the tide at a critical moment, relying on her expertise in the Array, directly reversing the situation to defeat the disciple of the Hidden Sect.

And thus, the rankings of the top four were clear.

To single-handedly defeat the disciple of Profound Sword Sect, Gu Huaqiu, this tournament’s champion was certainly Liu Zixuan.

Little Divine Maiden Tongtong’s critical counterattack made her the runner-up of the tournament!

The subsequent two spots went to Jiang Yunxuan and She Langtian, who was defeated by a single sword strike from Gu Huaqiu.

Under the instructions of several Hidden Sect elders at the judge’s seat, Ya Fei once again stepped onto the high platform, turned to the crowd, and smiled: "In this martial arts tournament, Liu Zixuan is undoubtedly the number one among the young generation of the Martial Realm! His name will be thoroughly recorded in the history of the Star Sea Martial Realm! Everyone present, strive to surpass him soon!"

"Clap clap!"

In an instant, the valley echoed with thunderous applause.

After a while, Ya Fei waved her hand and announced the identities of the top ten.

It’s simple logic, these people will be the hopes of the Star Sea Martial Realm’s future. Their names are worth remembering, learning from, and surpassing!

Then, it was the selection of the top ten disciples by the Hidden Sect.

Liu Zixuan and the eighth-place winner were chosen by the Profound Sword Sect.

Jiang Yunxuan was chosen by the white-haired elder, Bai Tu, from the White Cloud Sect.

As for Zhao Yi, it was not unexpected, among these Hidden Sects, only the Golden Saber Sect commonly uses sword techniques, so he was naturally chosen by Yue Lu Mingtian from the Golden Saber Sect.

Little Divine Maiden Tongtong was originally chosen by the White Cloud Sect elder but stubbornly insisted on joining the Ghost Valley Sect. Although this situation technically violated the rules, surprisingly, the Ghost Valley Sect made an exception and accepted her.

Ye Lianyi holding the Guiding Order was chosen by the Ghost Valley Sect, reassuring Liu Zixuan slightly, for at least Ye Lianyi and Tongtong knew each other, so they would have company at Ghost Valley Sect.

As for Tiger, he was chosen by an unknown Hidden Sect. Liu Zixuan originally wanted to help Tiger learn more about this sect, but Tiger stopped him, voluntarily chosen, and seemed quite mysterious.

Since Tiger insisted, Liu Zixuan could only agree.

The remaining Martial Artists were all gradually selected by the Hidden Sects.

As time passed, the Martial Artists in the valley gradually decreased; after two days of duels, many were exhausted, and coupled with just passing the festival, they naturally had to return to handle various affairs.

Jiang Yunxuan and others also bid farewell to Liu Zixuan one by one and departed with their Hidden Sects.

Quickly, only the people from the Profound Sword Sect were left along with Mr. Wang and Ya Fei.

"Elder Yang, before leaving, could I have a word with young friend Zixuan?" Mr. Wang asked with a smile.

"Of course, no problem." Elder Yang of Profound Sword Sect replied generously.

Liu Zixuan walked to one side with Mr. Wang: "What do you want to say?"

"Zixuan, seeing you come this far step by step is really not easy. Due to our previous acquaintance, let me speak a heartfelt word." Mr. Wang leaned closer and said in a low voice: "Be very careful of Gu Huaqiu when you go to the Profound Sword Sect."

Liu Zixuan raised his eyebrow upon hearing this; he naturally understood the meaning of Mr. Wang’s words. He was unfamiliar with the Profound Sword Sect, but Gu Huaqiu had lived there for many years. He nodded and said: "I will be."

"Alright, I wish you all the best." Mr. Wang stood with his hands behind his back and slowly left.

"Remember to fulfill the promise to the Medical Immortal Sect, and someone will come to retrieve the item once it’s done." Ya Fei mumbled and left directly.

Liu Zixuan looked at Ya Fei’s enchanting figure and slightly frowned: "Who exactly is this woman, what sect does she belong to?"