8: Sect Selection Competition

Today, the important day for the Peerless Sect to select Disciples had finally arrived.

The envoys from the Peerless Sect were about to descend upon this place to select gifted seedlings to be brought into the Sect.

Although Ji Mo harbored a deep blood feud in his heart, he understood that this was not the best time for revenge.

The urgent priority was to enter the Peerless Sect and improve his strength, so he would have no worries.

This year, the heavy responsibility of the selection tournament fell upon the shoulders of the Ji Family.

The spacious martial arts arena of the Ji Manor had now become the focus of attention in Wind City.

With the Ji Family as the host, the other major noble families and some smaller families had all arrived upon invitation.

For a time, the area around the martial arts arena was bustling with activity, like a grand gathering.

The Clan Chief of the Ji Family looked solemn, and the Elders behind him had eyes like torches, leading the many Ji Family Disciples to line up in an orderly fashion on one side of the martial arts arena.

The other families also looked solemn; the Disciples of each clan either exuded a sharp Aura or were coiled like Dragons ready to strike.

Several major families each set up their formations, like towering mountains, sitting firmly around the training grounds.

In each formation, dozens to hundreds of people sat, harboring expectations and yearning for the Peerless Sect.

For the various major families of Wind City, this was undoubtedly a turning point in their destiny.

A critical moment that would determine the rise and fall, honor and disgrace of the Family for the next few years.

After all, whichever Family had a large number of Disciples selected, or even better, if they could produce a stunning Prodigy.

They could hold their heads high in Wind City, trample the other families beneath their feet, and dominate the region.

Above the martial arts arena, an invisible scent of gunpowder seemed to permeate; a fierce competition was about to begin...

"Regarding this selection tournament, what do you all think of our Ji Family's situation?"

The Clan Leader sat in the seat of the Clan Chief, his gaze sweeping across the faces of the Elders one by one.

An Elder hurriedly stepped forward and said respectfully:

"Clan Chief, over the past three years, our Ji Family has seen a surge of talent.

Take Ji Ruoxi and Ji Fei for example; they have successfully advanced to the Acquired 6th Realm and have also practiced our Ji Family's ancestral 'Gale Sword' to Major Achievement.

With their abilities, these two spots to enter the Sect are surely in the bag.

Furthermore, Ji Yu, Ji Ming, Ji Qin, and Ji Juan have also reached the Peak of the Acquired 5th Realm.

If they are lucky and perform exceptionally well in the selection tournament, their competitiveness should not be underestimated!"

Hearing this, the Clan Leader's tightly furrowed brows finally relaxed slightly, and the expression on his face appeared a bit more relaxed.

Ji Ruoxi and Ji Fei were currently standing in the Ji Family's formation.

Although their Realm was at the Early Stage of the Acquired 6th Grade, observing the Qi around their bodies, one could clearly discern that they had only just broken through and it had not yet stabilized.

But even so, among the younger generation of Wind City, they could be considered as figures akin to a Prodigy.

The Clan Leader looked at the two, his gaze full of earnest expectation, and said earnestly:

"Xi'er, Fei'er, you are the hope of our Ji Family!

The rise and fall, honor and disgrace of the Family all depend on you!

You must shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting the interests of the Ji Family!"

As he spoke, he raised his voice, his expression impassioned,

"Xi'er, Fei'er, listen well, for today's competition, you must go all out!"

It was not just the Ji Family; the other major families were also very lively, each conducting their final pre-match mobilization.

One could see the Clan Chiefs of other families standing before their own Disciples, waving their arms and shouting:

"Children, today is the time for you to make a name for yourselves! The Family's glory depends on you!

Give me your all and let others witness the power of our Family!"

Looking at the main seat of the training ground, there were two seats that were particularly eye-catching, standing out like a crane in a flock of chickens.

A middle-aged man dressed in brocade and fine clothing looked imposing, his expression revealing the dignity of someone in a high position.

Beside him sat The beautiful matron Nangong; she had a graceful figure, and every gesture displayed an elegant temperament.

These two were the referees sent by the Peerless Sect to preside over the competition.

Their bodies exuded a majestic Aura, and their cultivation Realms were both Peak Acquired Martial Artists, only half a step away from the Innate Realm.

To ensure the fairness and justice of the competition, the Peerless Sect specifically arranged for the referees of the many cities under its command to have no connection with each other.

In this way, it could guarantee the fairness of the selection in each city and also protect the interests of the Peerless Sect itself.

Avoiding the influence of private grievances between some families on the competition, and preventing situations where some Genius Disciples might be harmed due to referee bias.

The two referees sat leisurely, holding fragrant tea in their hands, while the other hand occasionally picked up Spirit Fruit to taste, chatting in low voices while eating.

The male referee spoke first:

"Sister Nangong, have you discovered any particularly outstanding seedlings among the Disciples of the families in Wind City?"

The beautiful matron Nangong smiled slightly and said slowly:

"Senior Brother Zhang, in my opinion, among so many Disciples present, there are only a few who have reached the Acquired 6th Grade Realm.

The rest are mostly in the Acquired 5th or 4th Realm.

Moreover, among these 6th Realm ones, a few have very unstable Qi, clearly having forced a Breakthrough using the power of Medicinal Pills, their Foundation is not stable.

The ones truly worth paying attention to are those few Disciples who hide their Realm and do not easily reveal it!"

At this time, The beautiful matron Nangong looked at the sky and said:

"Alright, it's about time, the selection tournament should officially begin." After speaking.

The beautiful matron stood up elegantly, and an invisible pressure instantly radiated from her as the center to the entire venue.

She scanned the entire venue, her voice carrying an unquestionable dignity:

"Everyone, be quiet! I now announce that the triennial Peerless Sect selection tournament has officially begun!

This Wind City selection tournament has a total of twelve spots.

The participating Disciples of the five major families have already drawn their competition numbers earlier.

Next, they will fight in pairs according to their numbers, and finally, these twelve precious spots will be decided.

Here, I solemnly remind you that before the two sides in the competition have determined a winner, no one is allowed to interrupt the competition in any form!

This competition is not a life-and-death struggle, so it would naturally be best if everyone could stop at the point of contact.

However, fists and feet have no eyes, and swords are ruthless; if there are any deaths or injuries during the competition, it is also normal.

If one side voluntarily admits defeat, the winner is not allowed to continue attacking, and the loser is also not allowed to counterattack.

Once anyone violates this, do not blame me for being impolite; I will personally punish them severely! After the competition ends, the families are not allowed to harbor grudges or seek revenge because of this!"

After a brief pause, her expression became serious, and she continued:

"Finally, I also want to tell everyone that the Disciples who ultimately win these ten spots will not only be able to enter the Peerless Sect, but will also each receive one Body Tempering Pill and one Spirit Pill.

Body Tempering Pill can polish the bones and muscles to improve Physique, and the Spirit Pill can purify the spiritual power in the body, laying the Foundation for future advancement to the Innate Realm. Good luck!"