Chapter 143: Shocking Everyone

Lu Xiangxiang caught a few key words from the noisy sounds around her, and she immediately looked up at the points ranking above.

First place wasn't hers, but——

Yuan Yao!

Second place also wasn't hers, but——

Ying Wuji!

Lu Xiangxiang's pupils contracted, her face full of disbelief.

How is that possible?!

Just a short while ago, the ranking she saw wasn't like this!

Yuan Yao's points actually reached ten thousand three hundred fifty!

Ying Wuji's points were originally only nine thousand, but now they've reached nine thousand three hundred seventy-two.

And her own points are still nine thousand one hundred thirty!

Lu Xiangxiang suddenly felt a chill run through her body, but after reacting, she quickly composed herself so others wouldn't see her loss of composure.

The fingers hidden beneath her robe clenched slightly.

In her previous life, she was suppressed by Ying Wuji, and she never expected that in this life she'd be suppressed by two people!

Her points are actually higher than what she obtained in her previous life!

Lu Xiangxiang's mood had worsened to the extreme; she slowly lifted her gaze to Yuan Yao not far ahead, who was basking in the attention and cheers of the crowd, and Yuan Yao raised her hand, enthusiastically greeting everyone present.

Yuan Yao's smile was radiant, her whole person shining so brightly that one couldn't look away.

As for Ying Wuji, he stood beside her, looking at her with a smiling brow and eyes, a hint of indulgence flickering in his gaze.

Song Yan, Xiao Lingwei, Cang Li, and Xue Jin walked to Yuan Yao's side; aside from them, the other successful Carefree Sect disciples surged toward her, saying in unison:

"Junior sister, you're amazing!"

"You're the top scorer of the secret realm points competition!"

"As soon as you came down the mountain, you took first place!"

"Junior sister, you really brought honor to our Carefree Sect!"

Lu Xiangxiang saw this, restrained all improper expressions, then strode toward Yuan Yao, smiling and saying, "Congratulations, sixth senior sister."

Yuan Yao suddenly heard Lu Xiangxiang's voice, turned to look at her, and replied with a beaming smile, "Seventh junior sister, I also congratulate you on achieving third place."

Upon hearing that, Lu Xiangxiang felt her lungs about to explode with anger.

She's clearly provoking me!

Lu Xiangxiang's smile deepened, "Thank you."

After saying that, she lifted her gaze to the Formless Immortal Venerable on the high platform ahead.

At this moment, Xu Yanzhi also looked toward her.

At the moment their eyes met, Lu Xiangxiang pressed her lips, lowered her head somewhat dejectedly, and avoided his gaze.

A feeling of sorrow, humiliation, and pain welled up in her heart.

Not only was she surpassed by that despicable Ying Wuji, but also by a spoiled little girl……

She has always had strong self-esteem and is unwilling to admit defeat easily.

Lu Xiangxiang's murderous intent toward Yuan Yao grew even stronger than before.

Yuan Yao's appearance has already changed too many things; therefore, she can no longer leave this uncontrollable factor unchecked!

Meanwhile, the people present were still shocked by the sudden reversal of Yuan Yao and Ying Wuji just moments ago.

In the final instant, Yuan Yao defeated Zhong Xingwei, seized his flag, and eliminated him.

Ying Wuji did the same; in the final instant, he defeated one of the participating disciples and gained his points.

The two senior brothers and sisters actually, at the last moment, pushed down Lu Xiangxiang, who had originally been in first place—how could one not be shocked!

Just as the crowd was in an uproar and discussing this—

Fan Quan Immortal Venerable slowly rose, smiling, and announced in a steady, resonant voice: "The first match of the Sect Grand Competition has come to a satisfactory close; the participating disciples ranked in the top ten on the points list may each earn ten bonus points for their sect."

Upon hearing this, the scene erupted in an uproar.

Because the Carefree Sect occupies half of the top ten on the points ranking!

First place, Carefree Sect, Yuan Yao.

Second place, Carefree Sect, Ying Wuji.

Third place, Carefree Sect, Lu Xiangxiang.

Fourth place, Chongxu Sect, Xiao Zhufeng.

Fifth place, Holy Gate, Zhai Qingye.

Sixth place, Carefree Sect, Xue Jin.

Seventh place, Carefree Sect, Xiao Lingwei.

Eighth place, Holy Gate, Ling Huya.

Ninth place, White Crane Sect, Wanqi Wujian.

Tenth place, Heaven Illumination Sect, Fu Qianli.

"Out of the seven great sects, only the Carefree Sect, Holy Gate, and Chongxu Sect made it into the top ten!"

"I've heard of the Heaven Illumination Sect, but never of the White Crane Sect……"

"I haven't heard of it either."

"The White Crane Sect actually produced a genius! It's truly shocking; I estimate that after the Sect Grand Competition ends, many major sects will extend olive branches to that Wanqi Wujian."

"Fu Qianli is also impressive! At just sixteen, he's already broken through to the mid-stage of the Golden Core Realm!"

"Fu Qianli was also a little-known talent in the previous Sect Grand Competition; I never expected that after three years apart, he would excel to this extent."

If we're talking about impressive, it's still Yuan Yao and Lu Xiangxiang! The two of them are among the top ten on the points leaderboard, the only two with the lowest cultivation, merely at the late peak of Foundation Establishment Realm! Yet who would have thought one took first place and the other took third!

Yeah, in past sect competitions, no participating disciple has ever won the secret realm points leaderboard's top spot with only Foundation Establishment Realm cultivation!

Fan Quan Immortal Venerable continued: "Those who enter the top thousand on the secret realm points leaderboard can advance to the next disciple showdown, and the next disciple showdown will be officially held three days from now. During this period, the advancing disciples can rest and recuperate, adjust their condition, and greet the upcoming matches in their best form. Alright, the first secret realm points competition ends here; please leave the competition venue in an orderly manner."

As soon as his voice fell, everyone present rose to their feet, raised their right hands in unison, clasped their fists toward Fan Quan Immortal Venerable, and replied in unison: "Yes, Fan Quan Immortal Venerable!"

Fan Quan Immortal Venerable gave a slight nod.

The heads of the various sects also rose to bid farewell to Fan Quan Immortal Venerable and Wuxiang Immortal Venerable.

The crowd at the competition venue gradually dispersed.

Just then, a figure suddenly appeared before Yuan Yao and the others; he wore a robe of white purer than snow, his posture straight as a pine, his features handsome as jade carving—none other than Qianjue Shan.

"Master!" Yuan Yao's eyes lit up.

Qianjue Shan raised a hand to pat her head, smiling indulgently: "Well done, Master is pleased."

Upon hearing that, Yuan Yao smiled even happier.

But the next moment, she heard her master's voice transmit: "Why do you have others confess to you?"

Yuan Yao's smile froze instantly.

"I..."

"What confession?" Cang Li asked curiously.

Yuan Yao hesitated slightly, a faint blush rose on her cheeks, she gave a light cough, "Master, this is... this is my personal preference."

Qianjue Shan: "... Really?"

"Mm!" Yuan Yao nodded firmly.

Cang Li became even more bewildered, staring at Yuan Yao with uncertainty: "Why is your face red? Did you do something wrong in the secret realm? Are you feeling guilty?"

Upon hearing that, Song Yan, Xiao Lingwei, Xue Jin, and Ying Wuji all showed worried expressions.

"Yao Yao, what exactly happened?"