The morning sun slowly rose above the sea level. It was covered by a few patches of bright red clouds. Whoosh!
Light shone through the gaps in the clouds, like countless dragons spitting out a golden waterfall.
Giant Whale Island, an ancient island that had stood on this sea since ancient times, was bathed in the morning light, shining brightly.
Behind the towering divine mountain was a vast plain that stretched as far as the eye could see.
The morning breeze carried the fragrance of leaves from the distant mountains.
There were dandelions floating in the air.
Several senior heroes with strong auras were either sitting, standing, or floating in the air, standing on this plain.
There were seven senior heroes in total.
They had defeated their opponents and passed the first round of this year's Devil Hero Ranking Challenge. They passed through the tunnel in the belly of the mountain and arrived at this fertile plain.
"There are still two entrances that have not been opened." Thousand Sword Gentleman crossed his arms and looked at the two entrances on the mountain wall that were still sealed.
"There is a total of one tunnel. The seven of us met each other on a narrow path and met our competitors. In the martial arts round, we won and finally passed." Zhuge Xing's eyes flashed.
"There is still one place left. There are two tunnels, one with the best lot and the other with the worst lot.
It is quite clear. "
"Who will get the best lot and pass directly?"
Lu Wenying, the only remaining woman among the seven senior heroes who had passed, thought for a moment.
"That young man, Xiao Han, is at least in one of these two tunnels.
I don't know if he will get the best lot. "
"Xiao Han?
That rookie who doesn't even have a ranking … At such a young age, he doesn't know how to restrain himself. How dare he roar at me? "Ying Zhan Tian laughed sinisterly.
"Maybe he will get the worst lot and be eliminated directly.
But this elimination is the most optimistic result for him, lest he embarrasses himself in the second round.
If he enters the second round, it will be unjustifiable.
Hmph!
I will torture this arrogant kid like he is a pig or a dog! "
"Brother Ying, that Xiao Han is indeed a disgusting guy.
However, I have some personal grudges with Xiao Han. If Xiao Han is lucky enough to pass the first round and enter the second round, Brother Ying, please let me have Xiao Han, and let me deal with him personally. "The Emperor of the Great Sun looked at Ying Zhan Tian.
Ying Zhan Tian sneered noncommittally.
"The last one might be Xiong Baishan."
The black-robed, long-haired man, Tang Shan, who was born with a lightning bloodline and could summon lightning from the Nine Heavens to kill his enemies, was sitting cross-legged. His face was slightly pale.
Just now, in the tunnel, he encountered a formidable opponent, and after a bitter battle, he successfully passed.
"I hope that the one to enter the second stage is Xiao Han and not Xiong Baishan." Zhuge Xing smiled faintly.
In his eyes, there was nothing that could go wrong. "Even if the young Xiao Han had a fortuitous encounter, his foundation is still shallow. For the time being, he can't pose a threat to us, who have been through hundreds of battles.
However, Xiong Baishan is different, after cultivating 'Mountain Swallowing Divine Art', he was able to expand his acupoints 10 times, it is no small matter … "
Just then …
"He's out!" Lu Wenying shouted, interrupting Zhuge Xing's words.
"Huh?" All the veteran swordsmen present stared at the mountain wall.
"Weng ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~"
On the mountain wall, two holes simultaneously released misty rays of light. The air twisted and rolled like ripples.
Soon, one of the holes was completely closed, and the membrane above the other hole suddenly dissipated.
This caused a person to slowly walk out from the hole.
This person was a young man, his footsteps were calm, his eyes were firm, and his temperament did not seem to be very sharp, powerful, and just plain.
However, his pair of eyes were like an ancient well, emitting an unfathomable feeling.
This young man, if not Xiao Han, who else could it be?
"It's Xiao Han … His luck really covers the heavens!" Lu Wenying could not help but sigh softly.
"A one in sixteen chance to draw the best lot, it's actually him … Tsk tsk, amazing.
Truly amazing. "
"Hmph!
What a lucky bastard! "
The Emperor of the Great Sun snorted coldly. Immediately after, he looked at Xiao Han with great interest, like a hunter looking at his prey. Suddenly, his right hand gently squeezed, and a lump of air was squeezed, as if he had squeezed Xiao Han to death.
Ying Zhan Tian also looked at Xiao Han, and let out a malicious laugh.
As for the Seven Night Devil Lord and the Thousand Sword Gentleman, they took a quick look at Xiao Han, and then moved their eyes away. There was also a trace of contempt in their eyes.
"Such good luck." Zhuge Xing shook his head and laughed.
"That ancient giant was right. Sometimes, luck is indeed more important than strength.
The strength of this young man, Xiao Han, may not be able to match up to Xiong Baishan. However, Xiong Baishan drew the worst lot, and was directly eliminated by an ancient giant. And this Xiao Han?
Hehehe … "
And at this moment, Xiao Han.
Xiao Han walked out of the tunnel, and his eyes swept across the seven veteran heroes standing on the plain. His heart slightly moved … "It seems that the second round's opponents are these people.
The Emperor of the Great Sun, Ying Zhan Tian, have successfully passed and entered the second round … "
In the eyes of these veteran heroes, Xiao Han was lucky to have drawn the best lot, and won without a fight, and directly passed the round.
However, Xiao Han knew his own strength. This best lot was not that simple.
There were mysteries hidden within.
One must subdue their inner demons, be born with divine courage, and dare to take a step forward in front of an ancient giant. Only then would they be able to pass the round.
Between advancing and retreating, it was decided that the best and worst lot would be drawn.
It was not an exaggeration to say that Xiao Han's choice and circumstances were much more difficult than these seven veteran heroes.
These seven veteran heroes might not even have the foundation to fight back or even take a step forward in front of the ancient giants, right?
Of course, this kind of thing was not something that outsiders should know, and Xiao Han would not speak of his own experience.
Xiao Han walked over.
"Heh, Xiao Han, congratulations, you have also entered the second round." Lu Wenying smiled politely at Xiao Han.
"My luck is good." Xiao Han smiled back.
"Indeed, Xiao Han, your luck is really good. The one in sixteen chance was also met by you.
This is the Blessing that the ancient giants have mentioned. Once Blessing arrives, it cannot be stopped. Hahaha … "Zhuge Xing casually laughed and said.
Xiao Han shrugged his shoulders.
"Can't help it, it's just that my luck is good."
"Xiao Han, don't be so arrogant.
I want to see how long your luck can last! "The Emperor of the Great Sun's face was as gloomy as water.
The calm and relaxed expression on Xiao Han's face made the Emperor of the Great Sun very unhappy.
Xiao Han just looked at the Emperor of the Great Sun and did not say anything.
At this moment …
"Congratulations to the eight of you, you have entered the second round."
In the sky, the divine light and the glow of treasures descended, the fog was heavy, and the ancient giant, from the ancient god light, walked out gracefully.
"Greetings, ancient giant."
The veteran heroes, all bowed one after another.
"Hmm, good, good, very good, very good." The ancient giant laughed continuously.
He glanced at Xiao Han from the corner of his eyes, but did not specifically say anything to Xiao Han.
A hint of obscure praise, flashed across the ancient giant's eyes.
"From the beginning, I have said, the competition system for this time's Ranking Challenge is very simple, there are only two rounds.
Now, you have passed the first round of selection.
Hmm, to be able to stand here, it means that you have both strength and luck. Then, enter the second round!
This second round … is eight to one!
In other words, out of the eight of you, only one will be able to emerge victorious. "The ancient giant smiled faintly.
Including Xiao Han, the eight of them held their breath and pricked up their ears.
Eight to one!
On the surface, the difficulty of the second round was far greater than the first round!
And it could be said to be cruel, there were a total of seven people who would be eliminated.
"The rules of the second round …" The ancient giant's tone was neither fast nor slow.
"Before I announce the rules of the second round, I will say something out of the topic.
Regarding this Giant Whale Island, you may have heard some rumors.
Many people say that the Giant Whale Island, in ancient times, was transformed from a divine beast, the Giant Whale.
Now, I will tell you, this rumor is true. "
As soon as this was said …
"What?
This Giant Whale Island, really was transformed from an ancient creature?
But why can't I feel a trace of life? "Ying Zhan Tian frowned, his face was also full of confusion.
The other veteran heroes also looked at each other, confused, like monks scratching their heads.
"In ancient times, a Divine Whale once wreaked havoc in the human world, causing a rain of blood in the human world and destroying many empires. Later, it was sealed by a group of veteran heroes.
It can be said that this ancient Divine Whale has fallen and turned into an island.
Its meridians, flesh, blood, bones, skin, and internal organs were transformed into the island's forests, plains, ores, and spirit herbs. Its Essence Qi was transformed into the island's spirit stones, which also gave birth to the spirit veins.
However … only the Mystical Whale's heart had yet to merge with the island.
We call it the 'Giant Whale's Heart'. "
"In other words, the ancient Divine Whale's heart is still on this island." The ancient giant smiled.
"Oh?
The second round's content is to find the 'Giant Whale's Heart'? "A flash of understanding flashed through Xiao Han's mind.
"Ancient giant, the second round's content is to find the ancient Divine Whale's Heart on the island?" Ying Zhan Tian also asked.
"The 'Giant Whale's Heart' is hidden very deeply. The Giant Whale Island is too big. You may not be able to find the Giant Whale's Heart.
In ancient times, this giant whale was also an evil creature that wreaked havoc. It had many divine abilities. Although it was subdued by many experienced swordsmen and turned into an island, given your cultivation base, it would be difficult to find its heart even if you released your psychic fluctuations. "
The ancient giant hesitated for a moment. "If the second round's content is to find the Giant Whale's Heart, I'm afraid none of you will be able to pass.
How about this: only finding the Giant Whale's Heart will be part of the test. "
In the next moment …
"Whoosh ~ Whoosh ~ Whoosh ~"
Eight jade badges shot out from the ancient giant's body.
Each jade badge was the size of a palm and was engraved with many talisman characters and pictures of mountains, rivers, birds, and insects.
The eight jade badges were caught by the eight participants and held in their hands.
Xiao Han held the jade badges and felt that they were warm to the touch. He could not help but send his spirit into the jade badges. However, he found that the jade badges in his hand were ordinary and did not have any special features.
"There's no need to look at them. They are just ordinary jade badges.
Now listen up, I will announce the content of the second round. "The ancient giant became serious.
"Each jade badge represents ten points.
I'll randomly teleport you all to different parts of the Giant Whale Island.
What you need to do is to snatch the jade badges from other participants and take their points!
If you snatch a jade badge, it means that you won't get any points!
In three days, the one with the highest total points will be the final winner of the Devil Hero Ranking Challenge!
Remember, in three days, only one winner will be selected and get a ranking.
What you need to do is to defeat as many other participants as possible and take their points for yourself!
Once a participant's jade badge is snatched, he will be automatically transported out of the Giant Whale Island! "
"In addition, as I said, finding the 'Giant Whale's Heart' is also part of the second round.
Whoever can find the Giant Whale's Heart will get points!
However, you won't be able to find the Giant Whale's Heart in three days.
Therefore, you can ignore the search for the Giant Whale's Heart.
The main thing is to snatch the jade badge points from other participants.
Don't worry, I will personally watch over the Giant Whale Island. When you compete and kill each other, you won't be in danger of losing your life.
You can kill to your heart's content, but … no one can kill their opponent under my watch.
Even if your opponent is seriously injured, as long as they are still breathing, I will heal them and make them as good as new.
Do you understand the rules of the competition now? "
"Understood."
"Ancient giant, we all understand."
The senior Devil Heroes nodded one after another.
Xiao Han also nodded in secret.
"Oh, that's right. Ancient authorities, if two people manage to obtain the same number of points in three days' time, how will the winner be determined?" Zhuge Xing was a cautious person as he asked.
"It doesn't matter.
Those with the same points will fight one-on-one, and the winner will be the king, "the ancient giant said lightly.
"Good!
This kind of rule suits me! "
Ying Zhan Tian's whole body was filled with battle intent, "Under this kind of rule, the one with the bigger fist will obtain more jade badge points!
Hahahaha … Those weak ants will show their true colors! "He glanced at Xiao Han with the corner of his eyes.
"Hmph!" The Great Sun Emperor looked at the jade badge in Xiao Han's hand, licked his lips and laughed sinisterly.
"Xiao Han, in these three days, you better dig a hole and bury yourself. Pray that I won't find you.
Hehe, if you fall into my hands, not only will I snatch your jade badge, but … "A strong killing intent rolled in the eyes of the Great Sun Emperor, becoming more and more intense. His voice suddenly became as thin as a gossamer.
"I will beat you up until you are half dead!
Kneel and beg for mercy! "
"Heh, Great Sun Emperor, you better keep a close eye on your jade badge.
Don't let others snatch it away. "Xiao Han retorted sarcastically.
In the next moment …
"Boom ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~"
From the ancient giant's body, eight blazing tornadoes burst out and enveloped the eight participants!
In an instant, the eight participants were blown to different parts of the Giant Whale Island.
"Fight to your heart's content!
Snatch the jade badge points!
The winner will be the king!
The second round of the Devil Hero Ranking Competition has officially begun!
I want to see who will get the ranking!
Hahahahaha … "
(To be continued)