248: Win or lose, the command belongs to you! [Seeking follow-up reading]

Wang Yan stared directly at Lin Fan, his expression extremely complex.

Wang Yan considered himself strong. With his fierce Heart-Nature, he could even crush powerful individuals of the same Realm in a place like Blood Rock Land.

However, he never expected that despite being in the same Realm as Lin Fan, the gap between them would be so enormous!

Although Wang Yan still had trump cards he hadn't used, seeing Lin Fan's relaxed demeanor, he knew that even if he used his last trump card, he wouldn't be Lin Fan's opponent.

But to concede just like that, he felt truly unwilling!

"Senior Brother Wang Yan, I don't want to hurt you too badly, so don't force my hand!"

Lin Fan looked at Wang Yan, whose eyes were shifting, and said indifferently, "The Sect Tournament isn't far off. Don't you hope to kill a few more enemies in the Sect Tournament?"

Lin Fan understood Wang Yan's situation very well and felt some sympathy for him, which was why he held back.

If Wang Yan continued to be stubborn, then he wouldn't be polite anymore.

Wang Yan wouldn't have the chance to enjoy the same treatment as Ying Huanhuan.

"You win..."

Wang Yan stared at Lin Fan for a long moment, then his eyes finally dimmed. He slowly closed his eyes, and a hoarse voice finally emerged.

Whoosh!

Upon hearing Wang Yan's voice, everyone on the mountaintop, whose fists had been clenched, finally relaxed completely.

On the desolate mountaintop, it was as if an autumn wind swept through, stirring up some gravel and withered leaves.

Everyone stared blankly at Wang Yan, whose eyes were closed and face was dim, complex emotions flashing in their eyes.

Wang Yan lost!

He, who had even defeated Ying Xiaoxiao, the most outstanding of the younger generation, actually lost!

And the one he conceded to was a newly promoted Disciple who had only joined Dao Sect for less than a year.

Almost no one could have predicted such an outcome.

Although, before the Hall Examination began, Lin Fan had already declared that he would claim first place in the Hall Examination.

However, few in Dao Sect believed he could achieve it.

In the eyes of most people, this year's Hall Examination first place would inevitably be contested between Ying Xiaoxiao and Wang Yan.

However, reality defied everyone's expectations.

Lin Fan successfully claimed first place in the Hall Examination, fulfilling his bold declaration!

Moreover, he seemed to have achieved this first place in the Hall Examination with great ease.

That was Wang Yan, who had defeated Ying Xiaoxiao, yet he was so easily defeated by Lin Fan!

"This guy... he's truly remarkable!"

Many Disciples exchanged glances, all seeing genuine admiration in each other's shocked eyes.

And those Desolate Hall Disciples, after a moment of shock, showed excitement and pride on their faces.

They knew that after this battle, Desolate Hall's status within Dao Sect would undoubtedly rise.

The mocking remarks of the past would likely no longer be dared to be uttered by anyone.

Who would dare to say that their Desolate Hall was still at the bottom?

In this Hall Examination, Lin Fan was undoubtedly the most dazzling individual.

"Sister, that guy really won!" Upon hearing Wang Yan's words, Ying Huanhuan's jade-like hand couldn't help but clench, her large eyes filled with a sense of relief and pleasant surprise.

Ying Xiaoxiao nodded slightly, a smile also appearing on her serene face.

Although this meant Lin Fan would gain command of the Sect Tournament, she thought it would be better than Wang Yan.

"Though both are in the Nine Yuan Nirvana Realm, I didn't expect Lin Fan to be so strong," Ying Xiaoxiao said, her beautiful eyes blinking as she looked at the young figure in the arena who had forcefully made Wang Yan concede.

"Sister is also very strong! If you hadn't been soft-hearted, Senior Brother Wang Yan might not have won against you," Ying Huanhuan said with a giggle, holding Ying Xiaoxiao's fair wrist.

Lin Fan's victory clearly lifted a heavy weight from the girl's heart, and her pretty face regained its usual liveliness and vitality.

Ying Xiaoxiao shook her head, noncommittal. To be honest, her strength was indeed not weaker than Wang Yan's, but she lacked a certain decisive ruthlessness.

Such a quality, she thought, could probably only be truly acquired through the tempering of blood and fire.

As for Lin Fan, Ying Xiaoxiao felt that even if she possessed the same decisive ruthlessness, she would still only lose.

Isn't the current Wang Yan the best example?

On the high platform seats, after a brief moment of astonishment, Chen Zhen and the others quickly recovered.

At this moment, even with their composure, a relieved smile couldn't help but appear on their faces.

Chen Zhen smiled and looked at Ying Xuanzi in the center seat.

The latter's face remained as calm as a deep pool, but if one looked closely, a hint of a smile could still be seen in his eyes.

Clearly, the Dao Sect Master was also extremely satisfied with this outcome.

"Announce the results!"

Hearing Ying Xuanzi's words, Chen Zhen also nodded, stood up, and surveyed the entire venue, his deep voice resonating powerfully:

"The ultimate victor of this Hall Examination is Lin Fan of Desolate Hall. As the Hall Examination champion, he will also have command over our Dao Sect disciples during the Sect Tournament."

Chen Zhen's powerful voice echoed across the mountaintop, reaching everyone's ears.

And just as his last word fell, the mountaintop instantly erupted in thunderous cheers.

All eyes converged on Lin Fan, filled with deep reverence.

Seeing that the dust had settled, Lin Fan flipped his palm, put away the black tree trunk, and at the same time, the golden God-Slaying Flying Knife silently disappeared.

Immediately, Lin Fan looked at the high platform and said with a smile, "Martial Uncle Chen Zhen, regarding the command, it's better to give it to Senior Sister Xiaoxiao. I'm not good at such things."

During the Sect Tournament, if nothing unexpected happened, he would likely leave the main group, so the command was naturally unnecessary.

Ying Xiaoxiao in the arena was momentarily stunned upon hearing this.

Ying Huanhuan, beside her, smiled and said, "What an astute fellow."

On the high platform seats, Chen Zhen was also startled by Lin Fan's words. He then turned his head to look at Ying Xuanzi, who pondered for a moment before nodding slightly.

If it came down to choosing someone, Ying Xiaoxiao was indeed the most suitable candidate.

"Since you brought it up yourself, then it shall be as you wish; this command will be given to Xiaoxiao. Additionally, according to the rules, the ultimate victor of the Hall Examination receives a reward. You may go to the Sect Master's office to claim it later."

Chen Zhen said this to Lin Fan after seeing Ying Xuanzi nod.

Lin Fan was in perfect condition now, so he naturally didn't need to recuperate from injuries like Lin Dong in the original story.

In the arena, Wang Yan's expression was somewhat indifferent at this moment. He lifted his heavy sword and prepared to turn and leave, his solitary back making one feel a little sad.

Ying Xiaoxiao and Ying Huanhuan, the two sisters, looked at his retreating figure, and the smiles on their faces involuntarily faded.

"Senior Brother Wang Yan, I also dislike the Yuan Gate people very much. During the Sect Tournament, I hope we can fight side by side, kill a few more Yuan Gate disciples, and uphold the prestige of our Dao Sect!"

Lin Fan suddenly called out, looking at Wang Yan's back.

"At that time, whoever you tell me to kill, I will kill. Also... you're right, Xiaoxiao is indeed the best candidate, but I am not as magnanimous as you."

Wang Yan paused, turned his body, slowly nodded to Lin Fan, and uttered a slightly sinister voice, then turned and left.

After Wang Yan departed, this Hall Examination was more or less concluded.

Everyone in the arena dispersed in an orderly manner under the instructions of the four Hall Masters.

As for Lin Fan, he went with Ying Xuanzi to claim his champion's reward.