Supreme Cultivation Chapter 426 - 425: Victors are Kings, Losers are Bandits

Chapter 426: Chapter 425: Victors are Kings, Losers are Bandits

Everyone was perplexed, even Murong Chong. No one understood what tricks the old fox Huyan Yuncheng had up his sleeve, as he wasn’t following their script at all. Murong Chong shot him a threatening glare, but Huyan Yuncheng remained completely unfazed.

At the sa ti, Ye Fan, who was seated next to Shangguan Qiuyue, gave a sly smile.

"The candidate I believe is most suitable is Shangguan Qiuyue of the Shangguan Family!" Huyan Yuncheng’s declaration shocked the entire crowd.

They had considered he might choose soone else, but they never imagined he would pick Shangguan Qiuyue. While the Shangguan Family wasn’t weak, they couldn’t compete with the Jiang and Murong Families. The choice was baffling; even if he nominated her, she wouldn’t succeed. Why was he being so stubborn? This seed completely out of character for such a wise man.

"Oh?" Murong Chong and Jiang Changhai both looked toward Huyan Yuncheng. This outco was completely unexpected.

At that mont, Murong Chong spoke up. "She is not suitable to be the Alliance Hierarch! She lacks both the reputation and the strength for the position!"

"Exactly!"

"He’s right!" a group of people imdiately chid in.

The criticisms were fierce, but Shangguan Qiuyue had clearly anticipated this situation, as had Huyan Yuncheng.

With a calm expression, Huyan Yuncheng said, "That’s true. She may not possess them now, but with training and growth, she will undoubtedly beco an excellent Alliance Hierarch!"

His words left the crowd speechless. Although everyone disagreed, Huyan Yuncheng was brimming with confidence. His plan had succeeded. He had known all along that Shangguan Qiuyue would never be chosen, but his nomination created a rift, successfully derailing the proceedings.

"Old fox! What did the Shangguan Family give you to make you choose such an impossible candidate!" Jiang Changhai imdiately roared.

"Who I support is my right, Mr. Jiang," Huyan Yuncheng replied. "I know you’re angry, but I still believe the contest for Alliance Hierarch should be a fair one! It’s a good thing I didn’t go against my conscience and choose you!"

"You!" Jiang Changhai was instantly enraged, finding himself pushed into the spotlight.

Just then, Murong Chong spoke up. "Indeed. Competing based on strength is an excellent choice. I agree with this proposal!"

"I agree as well!" a group of others voiced their support.

Even Ye Fan felt the urge to curse Huyan Yuncheng for being an old fox. To so completely upend the prearranged rules... Ye Fan had to admit his admiration for the man.

Subsequently, Jiang Changhai declared, "My Jiang Family prioritizes martial arts above all else. The Jiang Family Spear Technique has been renowned throughout the Divine Land for over a thousand years—why would we fear you? Who dares to challenge ?"

His words intimidated many from the reclusive sects. After all, their strength was no match for Jiang Changhai’s. In their eyes, only Murong Chong was capable of fighting him. However, Murong Chong was unlikely to step up at this mont. If he and Jiang Changhai were both weakened in a fight, it would only benefit others.

"Very well, Jiang Changhai," Murong Chong said with disdain. "You think your Jiang Family Spear Technique is so formidable? I don’t even need to act myself. A single valiant man from my Murong Family can easily defeat you!"

"Oh? Is that so?" Jiang Changhai retorted mockingly.

At that mont, a man leaped out from the Murong Family’s contingent. He had a resolute face, cold and decisive. Although his murderous aura was well-hidden, it still exerted a suffocating pressure on everyone nearby.

Ye Fan was shocked, for this man was none other than Jue Ying. Though he had only t Jue Ying once, he was absolutely certain of his identity. Jue Ying, a powerful Martial Artist, was one of the three giants of the Divine Dragon.

"Who are you?" Jiang Changhai asked dismissively.

Jue Ying replied coldly, "You are not qualified to know."

"Arrogant!" Jiang Changhai imdiately brandished his Jiang Family Spear and charged.

It had to be said, his spear technique was truly impressive, clearly honed to the point of perfection. His movents were thodical, balanced in offense and defense. He was truly a master of the spear.

Just as he lunged toward Jue Ying, Jue Ying moved. A gust of Gang Qi swept across the arena platform. When the Gang Qi dissipated, Jiang Changhai’s head fell to the ground.

Everyone gasped. Such formidable power! It had only taken a single strike to claim Jiang Changhai’s life. This man from the Murong Family was truly powerful; it seed the Murong Family had co thoroughly prepared.

"Father!" Jiang Liang cried out in anguish.

He had never imagined his father could be killed in an instant. After the initial shock, the crowd was overco with fear. With such strength on display, who would dare challenge the Murong Family? They were truly worthy of a family with a lineage stretching back to ancient tis.

"The victor becos king, the loser is branded a criminal," Murong Chong announced. "This is the fate of those who refuse to heed advice!" His words were not just for the crowd but also a warning. He shot a pointed glance at Huyan Yuncheng, and it would be impossible for the old man to say he wasn’t afraid. But at this point, he had no path of retreat.

"I’ll kill you and avenge my father!" Jiang Liang shrieked, charging at Jue Ying.

However, the outco was tragic. It was rely another life thrown away, shattered by a single blow from Jue Ying.

The entire assembly was shaken. Not a single person dared to challenge them now. It had to be said, the Murong Family’s preparations were too thorough. It was likely no one would dare oppose them ever again.

At this, Murong Chong declared, "The Murong Family wins the first round. Does anyone else wish to challenge? If so, by all ans, step up!"

Who would dare? It would be suicide.

Just as everyone was about to submit, Ye Fan stepped forward. His disguise was sowhat ugly, but he still carried himself with dignity.

"I’d like to give it a try," he said.

"Who are you?" Murong Chong barked.

"I’m just a nobody, fighting on behalf of the Shangguan Family," Ye Fan replied.

"If you’re not from the Shangguan Family, then get off this stage!" Murong Chong shouted, not wanting to waste any more ti on him.

But then, Shangguan Qiuyue spoke up. "A Niu is my husband. Is that not qualification enough?"

A Niu? Ye Fan almost spat out a mouthful of blood. What a ridiculous na! Still, he had to play along with her act.

Huyan Yuncheng nearly burst out laughing, but being a dignified man, he managed to stifle it. The rest of the crowd, however, roared with laughter. They all mocked Shangguan Qiuyue, thinking that such a stunning beauty would choose a man with the face of an ox. But Shangguan Qiuyue said nothing in response.

At this mont, Murong Yunhai said, "Father, that’s the guy who beat

that day!" When Ye Fan had taught Murong Yunhai a lesson, he had also been in a disguise created by distorting his facial muscles, so Murong Yunhai recognized him at a glance.

"Don’t worry," Murong Chong comforted him. "With your uncle here, he won’t be alive for long."

Murong Yunhai wasn’t so angry anymore, but whenever he looked at Shangguan Qiuyue, his eyes filled with greed.

Jue Ying had been keeping his eyes closed, indifferent to the outside world. In his mind, no one present was his match; none could even last a few moves against him. But when Ye Fan arrived, he felt a surge of killing intent. This murderous aura jolted him awake, and he quickly opened his eyes to stare at Ye Fan.