252: Fair Duel

Lu Xingchen chuckled, saying, "They're just clowns. He's only at the Seventh Tier, Fifth Star Realm; you can easily beat him up!"

Xiao You nodded slightly, "That's no problem."

He didn't ask much about Lu Xingchen's ability to see through others' Realms.

Lu Xingchen was, after all, a Human Race War God; it was normal for him to have some special abilities.

After exchanging pleasantries, the announcer began introducing the contestants.

There were a total of eight contestants participating in the Young Clan Leader election, with one absent.

That fellow had gone to the Human Race's Nine Provinces to find a partner but hadn't managed to return in time, thus losing his eligibility for the competition.

The announcer introduced the eight contestants one by one. Only three groups had Human Race partners assisting them.

They were: Lu Xingchen, Lu Cangqiong, and Ye Fan.

This was normal. The Netherworld Clan possessed the royal Bloodline of the Dragon Clan, making them powerful and of high status, so their clan members also had high standards.

It wasn't easy to find a Human Race Genius they approved of and persuade him to return to the Demon Domain with them.

Moreover, as Yao Beasts, venturing far from home to the Human Race's Nine Provinces was too dangerous.

Not all candidates had such courage.

For example, Xiao You, if he hadn't met Lu Xingchen, would probably have become a Puppet of the Blood Robe Sect.

When the name "Lu Xingchen" was spoken by the announcer, the entire venue erupted in an uproar.

"This so-called Lu Xingchen, could he be the Human Race's newly emerged fifth War God?"

"Most likely! There are many people named 'Lu Xingchen' in the Human Race's Nine Provinces, but not many who could be recognized as a partner by You Huang, a Young Clan Leader candidate. Only a Human Race War God would have such charisma."

"Damn it, You Huang really hit the jackpot, actually inviting a Human Race War God. Legend has it that Lu Xingchen has the strength to slay a Demon Saint; participating in a Young Clan Leader election is merely a small test for him!"

"You don't understand, do you? I have reliable information that Lu Xingchen slew the Demon Saint by relying on the sacrifice of the heroic spirits at the Demon-Rejecting Pass. He himself doesn't possess the strength of a Saint. Although this person has the Potential of a Saint, no one knows what his Realm is now."

"So that's how it is. On the Tianyuan Continent, strength is paramount; any title is less useful than a fist. It seems Lu Xingchen's authority will be challenged this time. If someone can truly defeat a Human Race War God, that would truly bring glory to our Yao Race!"

You Jie, who had just been bickering with Xiao You, jumped up from his chair in shock.

That handsome Human Race youth was actually the legendary War God!

You Huang's luck was too good; he actually managed to invite a Human Race War God!

Although Lu Xingchen didn't possess the power of a Saint, he did hold the title of War God, so his strength certainly wouldn't be too weak, and he would have many methods.

Even he himself could Cultivate to the Seventh Tier at the age of 25, so You Jie didn't believe that a dignified Human Race War God's Realm would be lower than a Martial Ancestor.

If he really faced Lu Xingchen, You Jie felt completely unsure and was very likely to be defeated.

Damn it, this You Huang really got a huge advantage!

He had suppressed him for more than a decade; was he really going to be countered now?

This was truly unacceptable for a Dragon!

After introducing the contestants, the announcer immediately announced the rules of the competition.

One-on-one duels. Those with Human Race partners could invite their partners to assist. The loser would be eliminated, and the winner would advance.

The final winner would become the Young Clan Leader of the Netherworld Clan, with the right to participate in important decisions of the Netherworld Clan.

These rules were very simple and direct, as the announcer didn't need rankings; there would only be one winner.

The first round of drawing lots began, and by chance, Xiao You drew You Jie.

An expression of excitement immediately appeared on his face.

Although there was no deep-seated hatred, Xiao You had been bullied by You Jie since childhood, always being suppressed.

Now that the opportunity for revenge had arrived, how could he not be excited?

You Jie, on the other hand, looked bitter.

He wasn't afraid of You Huang; after all, they had fought since childhood and knew each other inside out. Even if he partnered with Lu Xingchen, he wouldn't be much stronger.

But Lu Xingchen was a complete unknown!

No one knew how strong he truly was; he might just beat him up badly.

However, You Jie was still a core member of the Netherworld Clan, so he had some arrogance. He would never easily concede without a fight.

With the drawing of lots complete, the competition officially began.

Lu Xingchen and Xiao You walked onto the stage, shoulder to shoulder.

You Jie also walked onto the stage with a heavy heart.

The announcer personally served as the referee. She had no unnecessary words and immediately announced the start of the match once both contestants were in position.

However, neither side was in a hurry to make a move.

Xiao You said softly, "You Jie, the grievances between us from the past finally have a chance to be settled."

You Jie said in a deep voice, "You Huang, you're a lucky kid to have climbed up the high branch of the Human Race War God. But didn't you always say you wanted to defeat me head-on? Do you dare to duel me one-on-one and fairly decide the victor?"

Xiao You chuckled, "You fellow, your head isn't stupid. However, even if this is a provocation, I'm not afraid in the slightest."

Immediately, Xiao You turned to look at Lu Xingchen and said softly, "Xingchen, do you trust me?"

Lu Xingchen chuckled, "Of course! Xiao You, beat him up severely!"

With that, Lu Xingchen patted Xiao You's shoulder, leaped up, and jumped off the stage.

According to the rules, jumping off the stage meant forfeiting the challenge.

Lu Xingchen's action was equivalent to directly giving up his right to participate in the first match, placing all hopes of victory on Xiao You.

Seeing his action, a commotion immediately broke out among the audience.

"Damn it, what is this Lu Xingchen doing? Directly forfeiting his eligibility?"

"It seems he has a lot of confidence in You Huang!"

"Foolish! From what I know, You Huang just turned 20, making him the youngest among the eight candidates, with almost no chance of winning the championship. Originally, Lu Xingchen could have helped him, but now it seems he will be eliminated in the first match."

"I heard that these two have been fighting constantly since childhood, and You Huang has lost more than he's won. The possibility of him winning this time is too slim."

"I'd like to see You Huang win. If such a dramatic scene truly occurs, I can use it as a topic of conversation."

Seeing Lu Xingchen jump off the stage, You Jie breathed a sigh of relief.

The other party was clearly not very intelligent; he fell for a simple provocation.

He was quite experienced in beating up You Huang, one might say extremely skilled.

It was time to make the other party pay!

But he still said on the surface, "You Huang, you kid has some backbone. Since that's the case, as your clan brother, I'll teach you a good lesson!"

Xiao You chuckled, "It's not certain who will teach whom a lesson!"

You Jie said no more, activating his Demonic Power, and his strength at the Seventh Tier, Fifth Star Realm was fully displayed.

Xiao You also activated his Demonic Power, and his Realm had indeed reached the Seventh Tier, Fifth Star Realm.

Feeling the Aura emanating from Xiao You, You Jie was greatly astonished.

"You've also reached the Seventh Tier, Fifth Star Realm? How is that possible!"