Chapter 1720: Chapter 1720: Eldest Senior Sister Arrives

Li Feng and the others followed Yan Zhao, and Li Feng glanced at Bai Xiaosheng: "From what he said, this final trial seems to be just a formality."

Bai Xiaosheng acknowledged with a nod.

"That’s about right. Although the Nine Layers Mountain entrance exam has a threshold, it’s essentially assessing basic qualities. After all, Nine Layers Mountain is founded on Physical Martial Arts. Body strength, reaction, and power are the basics."

"The Martial Arts Five Gates; the Force Measuring Stone is just an appetizer, and the Mechanical Path is considered the main course, assessing several aspects at once. This final trial focuses on martial arts skills."

"Victory or defeat doesn’t seem to matter much. As long as one performs admirably, they can pass. After all, Nine Layers Mountain recruits disciples, not trains elders." 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"Still, even though it’s just a formality, you should perform well. Otherwise, it would be too embarrassing. If they think you are unteachable, they might reject you. This round is quite subjective and depends on impressions."

"Hmm, I understand."

Li Feng nodded, soon followed by the group of five, led by Yan Zhao, arriving at a courtyard with a rectangular Martial Arts Arena.

Arriving here, Yan Zhao suddenly turned to Li Feng and the others: "Alright, the next part is the martial arts showdown."

"Here, you’ll face some of your senior brothers who are also entrance disciples of Nine Layers Mountain."

"Pick one of them at random to compete on stage. Feel free to do your best during the time of a burning incense stick."

Yan Zhao looked up at Li Feng and the others.

"I have one reminder for you: Don’t hold back, show every bit of skill you possess. Nine Layers Mountain is different from other sects, emphasizing strength above all, so even though this is an assessment, they won’t go easy on you."

"Moreover, your performance today will determine your future status in Nine Layers Mountain. If you perform poorly, you might join the sect but remain at the bottom. Don’t say I didn’t warn you; being at the bottom here is quite miserable."

Yan Zhao sneered coldly.

"Let’s start now."

"I’ll go first."

Pang Yu stepped forward, pointed at an opponent of similar size, and the two went directly onto the Martial Arts Arena.

"The fight won’t stop unless a life-and-death situation arises; start." Yan Zhao announced the start of the competition.

"Apologies, senior brother."

"Hmph, I won’t hold back."

The muscular man with clenched fists sneered, and the two collided like tanks.

The rules on the Martial Arts Arena remain the same; only physical martial arts combat is allowed, cultivation techniques and war qi are not permitted.

Thus, the combat started intensely, with punches landing heavily, fueling the excitement.

"Did you see Pang Yu’s skin?"

Listening to Bai Xiaosheng’s reminder, Li Feng also noticed Pang Yu’s skin turning earthy-gray during the fight.

"Bloodline power? Wasn’t there a ban from Ancestor Dragon City?"

Li Feng asked.

Bai Xiaosheng chuckled: "There is a ban, but it targets those researching and merging demon beast bloodlines. Some people in Ancestor Dragon City inherited bloodline power, recorded in the registers, and the official doesn’t treat them like poison."

"Pang Yu’s bloodline is thin, only enhancing his physique and endurance since the gigantic rhino bloodline is inherently durable."

"In pure physical combat, even a thin bloodline offers advantages. Despite Pang Yu’s lack of technique, his resilience makes the opponent helpless."

As Bai Xiaosheng described, the two fought gleefully, and the time seemed to pass quickly while they still wanted more.

"Haha, what a thrilling fight! Nine Layers Mountain suits me perfectly, I didn’t choose the wrong place."

Pang Yu left the Martial Arts Arena, still eager for more.

"Hmph, robustness isn’t much, watch me."

Niu Dali immediately jumped onto the Martial Arts Arena, looking down at several Nine Layers Mountain senior brothers.

"Which of you is the strongest, come and fight me."

Niu Dali was undoubtedly arrogant, amusing the Nine Layers Mountain disciples.

"You’re quite bold."

"Hmph, I have the capability to be arrogant, less talk, who wants to fight? Or all of you can come together."

"I’ll do it."

One of the Nine Layers Mountain disciples stepped out: "Brat, you need a lesson. You don’t know how many eyes the King of Horse has."

"Ha, that’s what I should be saying."

Niu Dali arrogantly retorted, beckoning with his finger.

"Take my punch first."

Seeing the fierce man charging at him, Niu Dali sneered, lifted his hand, and grabbed his opponent’s fist.

"This power is disappointing."

Niu Dali said, then glared with eyes like cowbells: "Let me show you my Niu family’s divine power."

"Far superior. Niu family’s mastery of power through martial arts can’t be compared to ordinary Nine Layers Mountain disciples."

"This guy is arrogant but worthy of it."

On the arena, Niu Dali dominated, seeming like the Nine Layers Mountain disciple while the opponent seemed to be the one assessed.

"Stop."

Yan Zhao called out, "You’ve passed."

Upon hearing this, Niu Dali shoulder-bashed his opponent off the arena: "Boring, I heard in Nine Layers Mountain, rank doesn’t matter, only strength. The strongest becomes the senior disciple."

"Heh, my purpose here is to become Nine Layers Mountain’s chief disciple."

"So losing to me isn’t disgraceful."

Niu Dali said arrogantly, nose raised high.

"This guy’s indeed over the top." Bai Xiaosheng muttered.

"Next."

"I’ll go." Wu Gang stood up, then selected a senior brother to go up.

"Please, senior brother, guide me."

This battle was more interesting, as Pang Yu’s was just a brawl and Niu Dali dominated, while here both displayed combat techniques, more pleasant to watch.

"Wu Gang isn’t as gifted but has solid foundation and stability, he’ll certainly pass."

Bai Xiaosheng said.

Soon, an incense stick had burned.

Unsurprisingly, Wu Gang passed the assessment.

"Next, which of you two?" Yan Zhao turned to Li Feng and Bai Xiaosheng.

"I forego the challenge."

Bai Xiaosheng said.

Li Feng looked at Bai Xiaosheng, who said: "I just came to observe you. My goal is achieved, no need for battle. I’m not physically robust. I don’t intend to join Nine Layers Mountain."

"Li Feng, it’s your turn."

Li Feng acknowledged, looked up at the remaining two Nine Layers Mountain disciples, about to speak when two figures appeared outside the moon gate.

Upon seeing them, the Nine Layers Mountain disciples quickly greeted: "Senior Sister."