131: Desert Sword Sect Cold Iron Armor
Wei Xuan and the others couldn't help but be surprised, because having had contact with Hei Da, in their eyes, Hei Da's own strength was formidable enough; his body was like a hard rock, with thick skin and flesh.
Even if he encountered a strong opponent, he could escape if he couldn't win, so he wouldn't necessarily die!
Moreover, his death was too peculiar.
The Dragon Tiger Hegemony Tournament, as a national event jointly organized by the Seven Great Academies and officially approved and strongly supported by the state, had extremely strict control over unexpected situations.
Under the very nose of the Divine Being, someone dared to kill!
This in itself was an incredible thing!
Wei Xuan looked around and saw Jin Luan and Xi Xiaorong, both with shocked expressions.
Both had crossed paths with Hei Da before, and at this moment, they were also very surprised by Hei Da's death.
Jin Luan looked regretful, and Xi Xiaorong also looked shaken.
And Xu Can, Lan Shuixin, Li Wanjun, Tang Jin, Wei Teng, these well-known figures, all advanced without exception! Even the Masked Man from Qingcheng, like Wei Xuan and the others, also advanced!
Suddenly,
Wei Xuan saw a few more figures.
In the furthest corner, Cai Gou was being supported by his teammates, looking disheveled and covered in wounds.
The group looked like a few beggars mixed in among a crowd of Prodigies.
These were definitely the most disheveled few among the hundred people!
At this moment, Cai Gou also looked at Hei Da's corpse with a shocked expression, trembling like a sieve!
Wei Xuan was surprised.
Logically, Cai Gou and his team should absolutely not have passed the first round; their presence here was already strange.
Another point was that Hei Da had taught Cai Gou a lesson in the training ground, so it was hard to say if Cai Gou harbored any ill intentions.
Of course, Wei Xuan also couldn't understand how Cai Gou's team's strength could possibly be enough to kill Hei Da.
Then who could it be?
Soon, the scene unfolding in the arena attracted the attention of all the spectators!
Various media outlets frantically pushed forward, just to photograph Hei Da's corpse.
The officials of Hope City were also in a chaotic state.
The scene immediately became chaotic.
The Tiger Guard Army held their defensive line tightly.
The stands completely erupted, with waves of shouts and discussions!
"What's going on! How could someone die!"
"Hei Da! That's Hei Da!!! How is this possible!"
"Isn't killing forbidden in the Dragon Tiger Hegemony Tournament? How dare someone do this!"
"How did Su Qi supervise this! How could something like this happen right under his nose?"
"You shut up! If you can do it, you go! There are always accidents! Senior Divine Being isn't a god!"
"This is a big deal now! It might even affect the next Dragon Tiger Hegemony Tournament! Even the Spirit Master Level and Grandmaster Level tracks might be closed!"
"Hei Da was the leader of Hope City! Who could kill him!"
Vice Commander Wang Yi, seeing the chaotic scene, frowned and stood high in the air, releasing an extremely powerful Aura!
His Flying Heaven Rank strength was fully displayed!
The sky suddenly became heavy, and everyone was awed by Vice Commander Wang Yi's Aura, falling silent for a moment.
Vice Commander Wang Yi appeased the crowd,
"Everyone, I am Vice Commander Wang Yi of the Tiger Guard Army's Capital Military Region.
I ask everyone not to disrupt the order maintained by the Tiger Guards.
We are very sorry about the accidental death of a contestant.
Please rest assured, we will definitely investigate the truth!"
The audience was appeased, and the scene quickly came under control.
Although the first round had ended, no one was willing to leave, all waiting for the official handling of the matter.
Vice Commander Wang Yi and Su Qi exchanged glances, feeling quite helpless.
However, there was nothing they could do.
The incident happened too suddenly, and in full view of everyone, it would definitely be impossible to conceal!
Even if they managed to conceal it, news would likely leak from Hope City, which could damage the reputation of the Seven Great Academies.
It was better to make it public.
Although it would still cause some negative impact, it was within a controllable range!
Soon, Tiger Guards flooded the plaza, taking control of every contestant.
At this moment, a figure suddenly appeared in the plaza, without any Aura, looking ordinary.
He had a head of gray hair, and his face was etched with wrinkles left by time.
One eye was grayish-white, looking quite frightening.
Although he was over seventy, his physique did not appear stooped; instead, it was exceptionally tall and straight! Like a vigorous pine tree.
The Dragon-head cane in his hand didn't look like it was for walking; it looked more like he was leaning on a sword!
The old man looked up at Vice Commander Wang Yi and Su Qi, said nothing, and stomped his Dragon-head cane heavily on the ground!
With a "bang!" This sound seemed to echo in the ears of Vice Commander Wang Yi and Su Qi, and their expressions changed dramatically!
They looked down at the old man, a hint of shock flashing in their eyes, and quickly flew down, landing in front of the old man.
They bowed respectfully,
"Elder Han! Why have you come!"
Elder Han's eyelids twitched slightly, and a hoarse voice came from his mouth.
"With such a major incident happening! How could the Academies possibly sit still! Where is the body?"
Vice Commander Wang Yi and Su Qi quickly made way, guiding Elder Han towards Hei Da's corpse.
The actions of Vice Commander Wang Yi and Su Qi completely attracted everyone's attention.
Discussions filled the stands everywhere.
"Who is this? How could Senior Divine Being be so respectful to him!"
"Never seen him before! Is he a high-ranking official of the Tiger Guard Army?"
"Oh my goodness, a person who can command such respect from two Flying Heaven Rank big shots, I can't even imagine!"
"Hiss~ Could it be..."
In the direction of Qingcheng, from the very first moment Elder Han appeared, the Dean's face was flushed with excitement, and his eyes were even a little moist!
The others were puzzled.
Teacher Sun asked, "Dean, who is this Senior..."
The Dean said with reverence, "This is a legendary figure! He once rendered great service to Huaxia, dedicating his entire life to Huaxia! I never expected to see him again today!"
Immediately, whether it was the Teachers or the Sabertooth Tiger, their gazes towards Elder Han were filled with admiration.
Just a few simple words described the old man's lifetime of great achievements!
Teacher Sun cautiously asked, "Dean, may I know this Senior's name?"
The Dean immediately puffed out his chest, his body trembling slightly.
"Desert Sword Sect---Cold Iron Garment! ...My... Honored Teacher!"
"Hiss~"
Both the Teachers of Qingcheng Spirit Martial Academy and the Sabertooth Tiger gasped in unison!
Is this the Divine Being who, fifty years ago, defended Huaxia's northwestern desert border with a single longsword?
The legend who dyed eight hundred li of the desert red with a single longsword?
He's actually the Dean's Honored Teacher?
Oh my goodness!
The Dean's background is too formidable!
This is a person who stands at the very pinnacle of all Huaxia!
Everyone looked shocked, and Teacher Sun urged, "Dean! What are you waiting for! Go quickly and pay your respects to your Honored Teacher!"
The Dean's eyes were red, and his body actually slumped, his expression forlorn.
He waved his hand and said, "No, I am the Teacher's most useless student; I have no face to meet my Honored Teacher!"
Teacher Sun became anxious!
He grabbed the Dean's shoulders and shook him vigorously!
"Once a Teacher, always a father! If you miss today, you will surely regret it! Dean!"
The Dean looked up at Cold Iron Garment in the arena, hesitated for just a moment,
Then he suddenly stood up! His eyes were firm and excited!
"You're right!"
Then he hurried downwards, his steps growing faster and faster, more and more urgent!
He ran like a child going home!