A great adventure in the world of immortal cultivation

[Confusing Spell] Auxiliary magic, 10MP, +30% success rate of charm skills, and enhances the charm effect. After the charm is successful, the enemy will fall into a confused state, with all skill judgments -30%, and attack power -30%. The effect lasts for 5 rounds.

[Divine Shadow Hand] Auxiliary magic, 2MP. When attacking in close combat, you can choose to use the Divine Shadow Hand to switch weapons. After a successful switch, you will gain a 20% additional attack power bonus. If the switch fails, the current attack damage will be reduced by 50%.

Chapter 57 The Competition Begins (Day 31)

KP: So, after a month, we finally ushered in the exciting outer sect competition!

Xiao Huohuo: Applause, applause.

Han Buli: Applause, applause.

Joan of Arc: Applause, applause.

Romeo: Snap, snap, snap.

KP: First of all, please ask those who have finished their retreat to report on their current cultivation status.

Xiao Huohuo: Okay, my name is Xiao Huohuo, I’m (24-7) years old, and I’m a student…

KP:?

Xiao Huohuo: Ahem! My name is Xiao Huohuo. I am currently at the 44% level of the fourth Qi Refining Stage. I have mastered the Thunder Curse 100%, the Burning Technique 88%, and the Fiery Flame Burning Step 83%.

Han Bulili: I am Han Bulili, currently at the third level of Qi Refining at 100%, with 94% mastery of the Fire Curse, 93% of the Vine Whip Technique, 100% of the Three Thousand Thunders, and 93% of the Wood Spirit Technique.

Joan of Arc: I am Joan of Arc, Qi Refining Level 3 33%, Raining Technique 86%, Ice Cone Technique 86%, Hundred Steps Flying Sword 95%.

Romeo: Hey, Vadasi is Romeo-chan~ Hey, my realm is the third level of Qi Refining 0%, and the magic skills I have learned are Vajra Indestructibility 83%, Flying Rock 46%, and please support me, Arigato~☆

Joan of Arc: Are you kidding me? I’m going to throw up.

Xiao Huohuo: Lao Luo, how come your spiritual energy value is so round?

Romeo: Waldashi is a little angry. (annoyed)

KP: Okay, let me briefly explain the rules of this Outer Sect Competition. There are over 200 participants in this competition, but only 50 of you will be competing for Inner Sect positions. Ten of you are at the first level of Qi Refining, 20 at the second level, 12 at the third level, 5 at the fourth level, and 3 at the fifth level. The corresponding dice numbers are 1-10, 11-30, 31-42, 43-47, and 48-50.

KP: This Outer Sect Competition uses a points system. Each player must first fight five battles. Winning each battle earns points corresponding to the opponent's realm (defeating a Qi Refining Level 2 player earns 2 points). If defeated, no points are deducted if the opponent's realm is higher or equal to yours. If the opponent's realm is lower, double the points are deducted (a Qi Refining Level 3 player losing to a Qi Refining Level 2 player deducts 4 points). After the battle, the top five Outer Sect disciples in points will qualify to enter the Inner Sect.

Xiao Huohuo: No points deduction for losing at a high level? Playing the pig and eating the tiger is ecstasy!

Han Buli: It feels a bit unfair. If I am matched with 5 little Karami at the first level of Qi Refining, then even if I have the strength of the fifth level of Qi Refining, I can only get 5 points.

KP: So there's another restrictive rule—the realm of your opponent can't be the same in two consecutive battles. Furthermore, after the five battles, there will be an additional challenge. Players can challenge the top five players in points. If they succeed, they can be directly replaced. However, for fairness, each player can only be challenged once, and the challenger must pay a challenge fee of 100 Spirit Stones.

Joan of Arc: Why are you still charging money?

Xiao Huohuo: What kind of sect is this? You even fleece the outer disciples?

KP: This is how it works in our Chengtian Sect. Also, due to Sima Wu's arrangement, there will be a fixed duel between Han Buli and Ya Xiaonan.

Han Buli: By the way, what is the effect of the pill that Brother Sima gave me? I hope I will die suddenly after playing a fake match.

KP: Don't worry, Sima Wu has his own arrangements. You won't die easily. Just focus on participating in the competition.

Han Buli: How can you say this is reassuring to me? (annoyed)

Xiao Huohuo: By the way, Old Han, have you decided to backstab Brother Sima?

Han Buli: Emmm, I feel like Brother Sima has been a bit too cunning lately. I’m afraid that if I don’t run away soon, I won’t be able to escape even if I want to.

Joan of Arc: You are the one who is cowardly.

Han Buli: Please call this the wisdom of self-preservation.

KP: Okay, without further ado, let’s get started.

……

[In the year 114514 of the Xianyuan Continent calendar, at noon, at the Chengtian Sect Arena.]

KP: It was a bright sunny day with a clear blue sky. The fighting arena in the northeast corner of Chengtian Sect was bustling with people. More than 200 outer sect disciples had arrived here early, excited for the outer sect competition that was about to begin.

KP: The arena has also changed its appearance at this moment. The originally smooth marble floor has been completely covered up, replaced by different landforms such as woodland, beach, rocks, streams, etc. If it were not for the confirmation of the disciples guarding the outer perimeter, most people would probably think they have come to the wrong place.

Disciple A: Haha, after a month of hard training, I will definitely impress everyone in this outer sect competition!

Disciple B: Humph, a bunch of mediocre people. I must be the inner disciple this time!

Disciple C: It’s strange. Why did they change the arena into this shape? Wasn’t it nice to have it square like that?

Disciple Ding: Stupid, it must be to make it easier for us to perform magic. In the original fighting arena, magic like flying rock technique could not be used.

KP: Those chattering excitedly were mostly disciples who had recently joined Chengtian Sect and were participating in the Outer Sect Competition for the first time. The veterans, who had already participated in the competition last year, or even the year before, had more anxiety and boredom in their eyes. After all, they knew that 90% of the people on the field were merely stepping stones for the talented players.

KP: In the blink of an eye, another half-incense stick of time passed. Just as everyone was getting a little restless, a resounding voice rang out. ????: Silence—

KP: Accompanied by thunderous voices, the next second, several streams of light shot out from the peak, arriving above the arena in a matter of seconds. Then, the light dissipated, revealing five figures. On either side, two men and two women, each handsome and distinguished, each standing in the air, Foundation Establishment cultivators. In the center, the benevolent-looking, long-bearded elder, his spiritual energy subdued, emanating only a golden aura. He was a Jindan cultivator!

Disciple A: He's actually a Jindan cultivator! Chengtian Sect is indeed a top-notch sect in Xianyuan Continent!

Disciple B: ...Alas! I wonder when I will ever be able to achieve such a level of cultivation!

Disciple C: That female elder is so beautiful, hehe.

Xiao Huohuo: I'll take a look around.

Xiao Huohuo: Observation, 12/40, success.

KP: Meeting the core figures of the sect for the first time, these young cultivators who had just entered were naturally extremely excited. In the somewhat restless crowd, Xiao Huohuo saw a few familiar faces at a glance - at the front of the crowd, Sima Wu stood with his hands behind his back, his expression gloomy, his arrogance still the same, but there was less disdain in his eyes; Han Ning'er and Ya Xiaonan were on the periphery of the crowd, the former silently watching the Jindan cultivator, it was unknown what she was thinking, the latter's eyes were full of awe and desire, her little face flushed with excitement; and in the center of the crowd, Lin Yuxuan still looked calm and composed, and even felt your gaze, turned his head, smiled slightly, and nodded.

Han Buli: So gay.

Xiao Huohuo: Tsk!

KP: The Jindan elder continued to speak.

The Golden Core Elder said: "I am Han Xuzi, Chief Elder of the Chengtian Sect. I have come to preside over the Outer Sect Competition. Since you have joined the Chengtian Sect, you are naturally gifted. In this Outer Sect Competition, we will select the best among you and bring them into the Inner Sect for intensive training. For those who didn't make it into the Inner Sect this time, don't be discouraged. The path to immortality is not a one-day endeavor. The Outer Sect Competition is held annually. As long as you practice diligently, you will eventually make it into the Inner Sect."

Joan of Arc: Such a fast cake.

KP: Han Xuzi then briefly explained the rules of the Outer Sect Competition. Besides the ones I mentioned earlier, there are some new additions. For example, during combat, you may not use defensive or auxiliary tools other than offensive tools, and you may not use elixirs to restore physical and spiritual energy. After ten rounds, if the match remains tied, the one with the most injuries loses. Also, after each battle, you will be fully restored, so there's no need to hold back; just unleash your full potential.

Han Xuzi: ...Okay, the rules have been explained almost completely, so now, swords raised!

KP: After eloquently speaking the rules of the competition in hundreds of words, Han Xuzi raised his hand and waved it. A surge of spiritual energy poured into the arena, instantly dividing it into dozens of non-interfering combat areas. The dozens of inner disciples who had originally surrounded the arena also flew into the air on their swords, and came to the areas they were responsible for with brilliant sword lights.

Han Xuzi: The outer sect competition begins now.

Chapter 58: First Round of Battle, Xiao Han (Day 31)

KP: Now, the outer sect competition begins. Please draw your first-round opponents.

Xiao Huohuo: [1d50:8], first level of Qi Refining.

Han Buli: [1d50:18], Qi Refining Level 2.

Romeo: [1d50:13], Qi Refining Level 2.

Joan of Arc: [1d50:32], third level of Qi Refining.

Xiao Huohuo: Qi Refining Level 1? I want to beat up the fifth level Qi Refining Kou Ya! (half annoyed)

Han Buli: Not bad, a small profit of 2 points.

Romeo: I hope it's a girl.

Joan of Arc: Damn it, why am I the only one who is at the third level of Qi Refining when I first come here?

Xiao Huohuo: This little girl is not happy about earning 3 points for nothing. Don’t give it to me.

Joan of Arc: (annoyed)

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KP: So, Xiao Huohuo started the competition first, and you came to the battle area and saw your opponent.

KP: (Dark Dice)

KP: That was a trembling female disciple. Her Qi Refining Level 1 cultivation was at the bottom even among the outer disciples. I think her aptitude was not high. When she felt the Qi Refining Level 4 spiritual pressure emanating from you, her body couldn't help but tremble even more violently.

KP: The inner disciples above took a quick look at your realm and lost interest in watching the battle.

Inner Disciple: Tianli District, Class A Xiao Huohuo versus Class C Wang Xiaomin, let's begin.

Xiao Huohuo: This name sounds like a supporting role.

Han Buli: Indeed.

Wang Xiaomin: Brother, I am the disciple Wang Xiaomin, and I would like to ask for your guidance, Senior Brother Xiao.

Xiao Huohuo: (sighs) I can’t call you senior brother, but are you sure you want to fight with me?

KP: Wang Xiaomin's body was shaking like a sieve, but she still nodded.

Wang Xiaomin: Since we have participated in the competition... we should give it our all!

Xiao Huohuo:Okay!

KP: The battle begins. Due to the level suppression, Wang Xiaomin's all skill judgment is -30.

The order of attack is Xiao Huohuo > Wang Xiaomin.

KP: Round one.

Xiao Huohuo: Fiery Step, 64/83, success.

Fire spiritual root bonus, 49/70, success.

Xiao Huohuo's HP: 34-10=24.

KP: A raging flame ignited from under his feet, burning himself while also further raising Xiao Huohuo's momentum!

Han Buli: No, Lao Xiao, are you going to open it now?

Xiao Huohuo: Even a lion will use all its strength to fight a rabbit, not to mention that Wang Xiaomin has already made up her mind, so I have to give her the most basic respect!

Romeo: Quack, what a chattering!

KP: So, seeing Xiao Huohuo in front of him who looked like the God of Fire, Wang Xiaomin was sweating profusely, but he still did not lose his fighting spirit. He gritted his teeth and stepped forward, concentrating his spiritual power in his palms.

Wang Xiaomin: Bing Xin Palm, 23/(70-30), success.

Water spiritual root bonus, 17/(60-30), success.

Xiao Huohuo (Fen 5): Using the Burning Technique to resist will definitely succeed.

With the bonus of the fire spirit root, success is certain.

冰心掌伤害:（【1d5:2】＋3）*1.3*1.3=8。

焚诀伤害:（【1d5:4】＋5＋10）*1.3=24。

Wang Xiaomin HP: 12-24+8=0.

KP: With a loud crash, Wang Xiaomin's body flew backwards like a kite with a broken string, and directly hit the spiritual wall at the edge of the area. His head tilted and he fainted.

Joan of Arc: Alas, the numbers.

KP: Xiao Huohuo won the first battle and scored 1 point.

Han Buli: (pinching nose) Lao Xiao, you are so cruel when you hit women.

Xiao Huohuo: There is no gender on the battlefield. If you show mercy to someone just because she is a woman, that would be an insult to her!

Joan: Correct.

Romeo: But what if I want to insult them...

Xiao Huohuo:?

Joan of Arc:?

Han Buli: Cut it off.

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KP: Then, it's Han Buli's turn. Your opponent is...

KP: (Dark Dice)

KP: Your opponent is a handsome young man in his twenties. He seems to be born in a family of immortal cultivators. He holds a long sword with gorgeous decorations. After entering the arena, he casually swings a set of elegant sword flowers, attracting the eyes of several outer sect female disciples to shine.

Handsome young man: Haha, I admit that I am a little too handsome. I am really sorry if it makes you feel inferior.