Beastmaster of the Ages - Chapter 7797

Chapter 7714: A Mirror Image, A Watery Illusion

After the three powerful figures from the Republic of the Divine Heaven appeared and took their seats, the atmosphere of the entire Myriad Sects Emperor Battle changed.

The true organizers of the Myriad Sects Emperor Battle entered, and even Emperor Qianfeng, the host, felt some pressure.

Ji Ziling, who was beside Li Tianming, began to explain the rules of this third round of the Myriad Sects Emperor Battle.

“After two rounds of selection, only about one hundred participants remain to enter the Myriad Sects Battle Domain,” Ji Ziling said slowly to Li Tianming, her gaze sweeping over the remaining participants. “What you will need to participate in next is an elimination-style arena battle, where the final rankings will be determined through layers of combat.”

“So, to win first place, we need to fight seven rounds of battles?” Ji Qingyue asked in surprise.

“Yes,” Ji Ziling nodded, then added, “However, besides the one who wins the top prize, the rankings of the other participants are also very important. Correspondingly, there will be internal battles for the top sixteen or top eight, and the final ranking will be determined by all participants, not just for the first place.”

“This arena battle is indeed different from the previous ‘preliminary screening.’ This is a battle between the elite among all participants,” Li Tianming said with burning anticipation.

At this moment, on Fengxian Spirit Island, led by the three supreme experts—Ancient Martial Immortal, Inspector Han, and Inspector Liu—and followed by thousands of other experts, all looked towards the Myriad Sects Battle Domain.

In one corner, Inspector Liu beckoned to Emperor Qianfeng, and as he approached, said, “I heard you recently accomplished something significant, bringing several mediocre outer sects into the ranks of first-level subordinate sects?”

Emperor Qianfeng hesitated slightly before replying, “Reporting to Lord Liu, that is indeed true. I did this so that the only outer participant who hasn’t been eliminated yet wouldn’t have any worries and could unleash his full combat power.”

Inspector Liu gave him a deep look and added, “I don’t care too much about how you do things, but I still advise you to be mindful of your actions to avoid becoming a target of criticism.”

“Understood,” Emperor Qianfeng nodded.

On the other side, Inspector Han’s surroundings seemed more lively, but he himself remained much more indifferent.

Several powerful figures, including Emperor Wanjing and Emperor Zhiwang, were around him.

“Lord Han, it’s an honor for these ‘outer’ geniuses to have you personally witness the battle. Regardless of the outcome, they shouldn’t forget this moment,” Emperor Wanjing said with a smile, discreetly observing Han’s expression.

Inspector Han glanced at the other party and said calmly, “In this battle focused on selection and assessment, I don’t need anyone to remember me. As long as someone stands out, that’s the greatest contribution to the Republic of the Divine Heaven.”

“Yes, Lord Han is right.” Emperor Wanjing bowed and smiled, “These geniuses have all gone through numerous selections from various sects to get to this point. I believe they will definitely surprise you, Lord Han.”

Inspector Han smiled suddenly upon hearing this, a smile that was somewhat meaningful, but he didn’t say anything more.

The so-called numerous selections were actually just gradually excluding the true geniuses from the outer regions. Everyone present knew this, but no one pointed it out.

In addition, there were also many leaders and ministers from other third-level star system member countries beside the Ancient Martial Immortal.

However, they showed the Ancient Martial Immortal more of a respect.

The title of Sword-Bearing Martial Immortal of the Great Wall of Corona Borealis was not just a status, but also an honor that commanded respect.

Among just three people, there were actually three different attitudes, which was somewhat unexpected.

This was an outer-region sect genius battle held in the inner region.

Of course, apart from Li Tianming, the remaining participants were basically disciples of outer-region sects in name only.

Inspector Liu and Inspector Han each had their own power base in the inner region.

Inspector Han, after all, was in charge of the inner region, his home turf, so he naturally held more power.

While Inspector Liu supervised the outer region, she also had confidants in the inner region, like Emperor Qianfeng, though fewer in number. Therefore, she also wanted to cultivate more confidants in the inner region.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Emperor Qianfeng understood the glances of the three important figures present.

He then stepped forward, positioning himself at the edge of Fengxian Spirit Island, in a position where he could be observed by everyone.

At this moment, the entire place fell silent, and all eyes were on Emperor Qianfeng.

Emperor Qianfeng glanced at the people surrounding the Myriad Sects Battle Domain and slowly spoke:

“The Myriad Sects Emperor Battle, this selection battle for geniuses from the outer regions, is about to come to an end.”

“At this moment, the remaining 128 participants will determine the winners and losers, for the review of Inspector Han, Inspector Liu, and the Ancient Martial Immortal.”

“Next, please have the Ancient Martial Immortal draw the opponents to begin the final round of this Myriad Sects Emperor Battle.”

“All participants, step forward, line up, and prepare for battle!”

Li Tianming glanced around, silently stepped forward, and stood with the other participants.

Ji Qingyue jumped up and down behind him, encouraging him: “Go, Brother Tianming! Beat all these guys down and take that top scholar title!”

Ji Ziling helplessly pulled him down, “Xiaoyue, this is too flashy! Don’t put too much pressure on him!”

“Hehe… pressure is motivation.” Ji Qingyue laughed.

In fact, for Li Tianming, there was no pressure at all; he was completely calm at the moment.

Meanwhile, under everyone’s gaze, the white-haired old man, surrounded by sword shadows, approached Emperor Qianfeng.

He remained silent, simply drawing a sword.

This sword was grayish-black and semi-transparent, like a phantom, or perhaps a flickering candlelight.

As it flickered, it would occasionally and erratically split into more sword shadows, sometimes a dozen, sometimes over a hundred.

After this irregular change occurred twice, everyone remembered two numbers.

“From left to right, the seventeenth and twenty-ninth participants, step forward! Ascend the Myriad Sects Battle Domain and begin the first duel!” the Ancient Martial Immortal declared with a powerful voice.

Everyone silently recited these two numbers, their eyes fixed on the line of participants.

“Seventeenth is… Li Tianming? And this twenty-ninth… Jing Shuiyue of the Wusheng Thousand Illusions Sect?”

“These two sects are old rivals!”

Those who had followed Li Tianming’s battles were somewhat shocked.

“Jing Shuiyue’s strength is far beyond what Li Tianming’s previous opponents could match. It seems his Ten Thousand Sects Emperor Battle will probably end here!”

“Fighting to this point as an outsider is already quite impressive, but his luck is still a bit bad. He encountered such a powerful opponent in the first match of this final round…”

Many people are not optimistic about Li Tianming, mainly because this opponent is truly different from the past!

At this moment, both sides made their appearance, simultaneously stepping onto the stage and ascending the Myriad Sects Battle Domain.

This Jing Shuiyue was a woman in a long, light blue dress.

Her figure was graceful, with a slender waist; while not extravagantly shaped, her proportions were just right, possessing a voluptuous yet not cloying beauty.

Her face was small, her nose delicately upturned, and her eyes seemed to hold a deep, alluring gaze, captivating and mesmerizing, making it difficult for anyone to meet her eyes.

Most notably, Jing Shuiyue had a crescent moon mark on her forehead, adding to her mystique.

Li Tianming didn’t need to think twice; this must be someone planted by the Eternal Empire of Myriad Realms into the Thousand Illusions Sect of No Life, likely not even in the sect itself, but rather in the inner borders.

Therefore, the great turmoil within the Thousand Illusions Sect had no effect on her whatsoever.