Return of the King, Dominating the City

Chapter 2046: Chapter 1843: Kept Man (2)

Shen Lingyun said, "If I meet this person, he will surely die!"

Shen Han glanced at Song Yun and Yin Cheche said, "Uncle, leave this kid’s life to me. I’ve suffered at his hands before, and I want revenge."

Shen Lingyun replied indifferently, "Since that’s the case, I won’t compete with you for him. But if I encounter him before you do, I’ll make sure to cripple him first."

The two discussed, as if Song Yun was already in their grasp, easily to be killed.

Just then, the noise in the arena gradually quieted down until it became silent.

Song Yun’s gaze turned towards the stone platform on the left side of the cliff; the platform was about ten meters high, jutting out from the cliff, and had dozens of square meters with tens of chairs placed there.

At some point, a group of people ascended the stone platform.

These people were all sss-level.

In addition to Huang Jinseng, Gu Hong, Gu Dou, Shen Kunpeng, Lin Xiao, and Lin Bao from the four major powers, there were other sss-level masters from the Ancient Martial World.

In short, those seated on the stone platform were the strongest from Huaxia’s Ancient Martial World.

At this moment, an elder sitting beside Shen Kunpeng intentionally or unintentionally glanced at Song Yun and then whispered to Shen Kunpeng.

"This old guy is probably Shen Han’s grandfather."

Song Yun mused in his heart, immediately deducing the elder’s identity.

He had heard from Lin Jun that the old master of the Shen Family was Shen Wenguang, who recently advanced to mid-sss level, possessing formidable strength.

After the sss-level fighters took their seats, an elder from Changshan came forward to declare the brief opening remarks and combat rules.

A total of fifty people registered, and according to the rules, each person would draw a lot, fight ten matches, and earn different scores for victories, ties, and losses. After ten battles, advancement to the top ten would be decided based on points.

The final ten would then engage in round-robin battles to determine ranking.

"Fighting one by one is too time-consuming. I think the rules are flawed."

Unexpectedly, as soon as Elder Changshan announced the rules, a sudden voice emerged; the speaker was an elder on the high platform.

When people looked, they realized the speaker was Shen Family Patriarch Shen Wenguang.

The clan leader of the Shen Family was Shen Kunpeng, but the real decision-maker was Shen Wenguang, referred to by the Shen Family as the patriarch.

Seeing Shen Wenguang speak, everyone remained silent.

Shen Wenguang was known for holding grudges, so generally, no one would oppose him.

Of course, this applied to ordinary people.

However, the sss-level masters on the high platform were not afraid of him.

Huang Jinseng’s expression was calm as he asked, "Brother Wenguang, since you think the rules are flawed, what suggestions do you have?"

"It’s not about instructing, just a suggestion."

Shen Wenguang’s words were humble, but his tone was quite arrogant.

He continued, "I believe the fifty contestants can be divided into five groups, each with ten people. These five groups can be separated to compete simultaneously. Each group’s ten participants would ascend one platform and engage in a melee. The last two standing on each platform would advance to the top ten, making a total of ten advancing participants from the five groups. Wouldn’t this save time?"

Huang Jinseng replied, "But we only have one platform, how can five groups compete simultaneously?"

"Simple, watch me."

Shen Wenguang showed a proud smile, leaped down from the high platform, and arrived in front of the cliff. Before anyone could react, he struck the cliff with his palm.

Bang.

In an instant, a loud noise echoed, as if explosives buried within the cliff had been ignited, causing the earth to shake and the mountains to tremble.

The area struck by Shen Wenguang sent rocks flying towards the rear crowd.

Fortunately, those in front were ss-level, easily neutralizing the flying rocks.

After Shen Wenguang’s palm strike, a rough platform appeared before everyone.

"Still short by three platforms."

Then, Shen Wenguang struck the cliff again with a palm.

This time, after his palm strike, he leaped back to his seat on the high platform.

At that moment, the cliff seemed unchanged, leaving everyone puzzled, until suddenly, it split open.

Rocks flew in different directions, forming three additional rough platforms before everyone.

Seeing this, everyone was astonished.

Breaking the rock with a palm wasn’t impressive, but Shen Wenguang’s palm created multiple refined platforms, demonstrating exquisite control of his force, earning admiration.

Everyone looked towards the high platform, seeing Shen Wenguang’s robe fluttering and his long beard swaying in the wind, giving him the semblance of a grandmaster.

However, everyone knew Shen Wenguang’s intentions were to signal the Ancient Martial World that he not only advanced to mid-sss level but also had strong combat capabilities.

The Shen Family was flaunting their prowess.

Judging from everyone’s reactions, Shen Wenguang’s objective was evidently achieved.

"This old man proposed a rule change just to show off."

Song Yun glanced at Shen Wenguang on the high platform, muttering disdainfully.

Meanwhile, the sss-level fighters on the high platform remained silent, but aside from the leaders from Changshan, Lin Family, and Gu Village, others looked at Shen Wenguang with fear in their eyes.

"Brother Wenguang, impressive technique."

Changshan Sect Leader Huang Jinseng praised casually, and then said, "Since the platforms are ready, let’s proceed with your suggestion of simultaneous five-group competition. Does anyone have any other opinions?"

"Agreed."

"I don’t mind."

"Let’s go with Brother Wenguang’s plan."

Due to their fear of Shen Wenguang, everyone agreed, making Shen Wenguang’s smile grow even wider with satisfaction.

Gu Hong and Lin Xiao exchanged glances, neither intent on competing with Shen Wenguang, and also nodded slightly.

Huang Jinseng said, "Since that’s the case, let’s change the rules and have the contestants draw lots."

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