Chapter 1215 Who Is Better?

It was five oclock in the afternoon.

In many places, the setting sun would be close to the horizon at this time, but the sun was still s.h.i.+ning high in the sky in the uninhabited area of Kekaxili.

Due to Kekaxilis unique geographical position, dusk here usually fell between seven to nine in the evening.

As time pa.s.sed, more people gathered around the sandy area.

Crowds of densely packed people surrounded the empty desert from a distance and formed an area that looked like the arena where gladiators fought against wild animals in ancient times.

In the field

Qingshan was still waiting with his eyes closed.

The discussions around him grew louder and louder.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh

Suddenly, several figures flashed over from a distance.

The sounds of something penetrating through the air attracted the attention of all the people. They looked over and saw the leaders of the sixteen sects coming.

Compared with the superior four clans and eight factions, the sixteen sects were more closely connected with other Wulin people, so the crowd was particularly familiar with the heads of the sixteen sects.

When they arrived, everyone there gave a hold fist salute to greet them.

Sure enough, the sixteen sects were divided into a few small groups. They didnt stay together but scattered and blended into the vast crowd of spectators.

The heads of the sixteen sects settled themselves after they exchanged their hold fist salutes.

Whizz, whizz

There came another wave of gusty wind.

Everyone turned to look.

The leaders of the eight factions had arrived.

Cl.u.s.tered around Lin Qingyi, these faction leaders didnt pay much attention to the dense ma.s.s of Wulin people. Instead, the eight leaders targeted an open s.p.a.ce and landed there, standing together with their eyes on the battlefield.

Thats Lin Qingyi, head of the Peace Faction!

Heads of the Tianshan Faction, the Heavenly-dragon Faction, the Unfettered Faction

All leaders of the eight factions are here?

Sounds of discussion were heard from all around.

With the arrival of the eight leaders, all onlookers began an animated discussion as they talked about their dealings and connections with the eight factions, the incredible achievements of the eight leaders, and so on.

It seems that John Doe hasnt arrived yet.

Lin Qingyi looked at Qingshan, who was sitting in the middle of the arena. With a slightly grim look on his face, he asked, Is he Qingshan?

He is indeed very young.

Today, lets see how capable this young guru is!

This young man named Qingshan became a guru at such a young age. I have to say he is indeed extremely talented. But is he evil or good? We cant tell if his appearance is good or bad for Wulin.

Compared to this young guru, we old fellows feel ashamed.

After we watch this battle, well all have the chance to gain insights. Perhaps we can conquer the last obstacle.

While they chatted, the eight leaders started a discussion about their cultivation.

Among them

The strongest one was Lin Qingyi.

But even Lin Qingyi was only a Half-step Guru, and except for a few other Half-step Gurus, the rest merely reached the ninth-cla.s.s and had two opened meridians, still one step away from becoming Half-step Gurus. In contrast to Qingshan, these elders who were not gurus indeed felt a little embarra.s.sed.

Then

He Gaoming and the other brothers came.

Everyone cast their eyes on them.

He Gaoming was John Does disciple, and all the men he managed were under John Does command. This group hadnt yet accomplished much. But if John Doe taught them some methods to quickly improve their strength, this force would develop by leaps and bounds. Therefore, it was inevitable for them to get instant attention.

The oldest hasnt arrived yet?

Upon arrival, they searched the field but only found the young guru there.

Hell be here anytime.

He Gaoming said, According to reliable sources, the oldest has entered the uninhabited area. He should be here soon. Lets wait quietly.

Over at the site

When these people around saw that He Gaoming and the others remained silent, their faces grim, they couldnt help talking about them.

John Does subordinates, why do they look so gloomy?

How can they be happy? John Doe cant win the challenge against a guru!

Right, Qingshan is a real guru. With his remarkable combat capability, John Doe has killed several Half-step Gurus. Nevertheless, he is not a guru. For gurus, everyone who hasnt become a guru is mere trash. Havent you heard that saying? John Doe cant make up the enormous gap between him and a guru simply by his combat capability.

Yes, gurus have reached a completely different state. It seems that all of John Does men know that he will lose this battle!

Here

Even though He Gaoming heard their comments, he restrained his brothers from joining the gossip and starting any conflicts with others. They should do nothing but wait patiently for John Doe to turn up.

A while later

Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh

Again, people caught some sounds from these fast-moving masters.

Everyone turned to look.

The people who came were the nine young Wulin geniuses led by Yun Yangzi!

Qingshan had defeated them some time ago, so everyone was not surprised by their arrival. Instead, they would feel strange if they didnt come.

The nine geniuses chose a mushroom-shaped pile of weathered rocks and stopped at its top.

So many people?

As soon as they were on the rock heap, Mu Rufeng, who was ranked fourth, exclaimed.

Do you think so?

Feng Yiming shook his head with a smile and said, For a battle of a guru, there could be more viewers.

The others nodded in agreement.

Thats true.

Mu Rufeng nodded after thinking for a moment and said, Its a pity that John Doe isnt here yet. Otherwise, we can watch this great battle now. Ive been looking forward to it for a few days!

Since John Doe hasnt come yet, how about we make a guess as to who will be the winner of this battle?

Yun Yangzi said, cracking a smile. Then he turned to look at Diwu Qian and asked, Who do you think will win?

I think itll be Qingshan.

Diwu Qian answered without thinking much about it and asked, Whats your opinion?

Perhaps not.

Yun Yangzi shook his head thoughtfully.

Hmm?

Everyone was taken aback.

Did he imply that Qingshan might not win?

Can John Doe defeat him?

Everyone looked at Yun Yangzi in shock and confusion.

But Qingshan is a guru!

Diwu Qian said, You are not far from being a guru, so you should know the huge difference between a guru and a non-guru. No matter how strong John Doe is, he cant triumph over a guru, can he?

Im not sure about that.

Yun Yangzi said, arching his eyebrows, We all know Qingshan is a guru. I have fought with him under unrelenting pressure from beginning to end. But somehow, I feel John Doe has unlimited power. Im not sure if he will win, but I dont think hell lose, either. So I cant give you a definitive answer now!

Hearing his words, all fell silent.

Yun Yangzi was most qualified to say this. Although many had fought with John Doe and Qingshan, he was the only one who had battled it out with them and knew them best.

Therefore, his conclusion was of great value.

The nine of them chatted together.

Everyone heard another batch of people moving toward them with astonis.h.i.+ng speed.

Five figures appeared on the distant horizon.

What was shocking was that they were flying in the sky.

All the people on the ground took a closer look.

Shockingly, the four patriarchs and Master Numinous approached the site.

What the h.e.l.l! Even the patriarchs of the four great families and Master Numinous are here?

They are the top five Wulin experts.

And they are actually flying?

See what gurus are capable of!

Everyone cried out in amazement.

After all, flying was a miraculous skill for ordinary people!

Like everyone else, the patriarchs of the four great families and Master Numinous found a place to settle down in the distance.

The five masters stopped and waited for the battle to start.

Whistle!

A sharp sound pierced the air.

Everyone immediately turned to see who it was.

The man was empty-handed and dressed in black. At first glance, people felt he looked very familiar.

Hes coming!

A shout suddenly came from the crowd.

John Doe.

He is here finally.

The battle is about to start.

For a moment, everyone turned to see the person.

Instantly, they confirmed that the man was indeed John Doe.

John Doe did not cover his face.

He showed his face which was known to all Wulin people openly and aboveboard. At this moment, he looked cool and emotionless.

Swoos.h.!.+

As swift as a bolt of lightning, Fang Qiu zipped to the arena in no time.

With incredible speed, he flashed across the yellow sand, which brought up clouds of dust that blocked everyones view. Soon, a gust of wind blew all the dust away.

Patter!

He was in position.

With an air of easy a.s.surance and calm, Fang Qiu looked at Qingshan sitting cross-legged on the ground opposite

At this moment in time

Qingshan, who had been sitting in repose with his eyes closed, finally opened his eyes.

In the distance

The four patriarchs cast their eyes at John Doe, who had just arrived at the battleground.

The battle is about to begin.

Elder Zhan chuckled.

This battle is going to be really interesting.

Patriarch Qian also laughed and said, John Doe, daring fellow. He had the guts to accept the challenge of a guru.

I dont think he fears gurus.

Xi Fengling immediately shook her head and added, Dont you remember? John Does combat capability is unknown!

Agreed.

Diwu Mingchuan echoed, This kid is excessively tricky. He has hidden his real strength since he showed up in Wulin. For example, he defeated a Martial Superior as a martial arts pract.i.tioner, which earned him instant fame in Wulin. Was he just a modest martial arts pract.i.tioner at that time? Of course not. Otherwise, how could he have improved to such a high level in just two years?

Thats true.

Master Numinous chimed in with them. He dared to go to the Peace Faction and defeated Lin Qingyi there. This showed his combat capability is not bad. If he could defeat a Half-step Guru, doesnt it mean he is as capable as a guru? Although John Doe hasnt yet achieved the Guru Realm, his combat capability is not necessarily inferior to a gurus.

The more I look into this matter, the more curious I feel about him. Is it possible that this boy is keeping his strength under wraps? Diwu Mingchuan asked with a smile.

Just then

On the battlefield, Qingshan had already stood up, holding the wooden stick that had once been inserted into the ground beside him. He was about to say something.

There was a sudden commotion in the crowd.

Fang Qiu and Qingshan turned to look in unison.

A familiar figure came into Fang Qius sight.

It turned out to be the man from the Sword Sect. Moreover, he brought two young men with him!

People of the Sword Sect also appeared.

This scene surprised the four patriarchs and Master Numinous.

None of them had expected this.