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There were many elders in the Azure Edge Sword Sect, but the ones with the most authority were the nine elders.
Each of the nine elders were extremely powerful elders. Their positions in the Green Edge Sword Sect were second only to the sect master.
The white-bearded old man on the rostrum was the ninth elder among the nine elders. No one knew what the ninth elder's name was. They only knew that he was the ninth elder of the Qingfeng Sword Sect.
The Outer Sect Disciple Competition this time was also attended by the Ninth Elder.
As a disciple of the Azure Edge Sword Sect, Fang Chen had naturally heard of the Ninth Elder, and even knew the Ninth Elder.
He knew that everything that happened today could be resolved with a single word from the Ninth Elder.
That was why Fang Chen specifically asked the Ninth Elder for his opinion, because Fang Chen could vaguely sense a righteous aura from the Ninth Elder.
"Fang Chen, you have committed a grave crime, and yet you still hope to be forgiven by the Ninth Elder. What a joke." Ye Lin's master, Elder Liu, said coldly.
Elder Liu's position in the Azure Edge Sword Sect was not as high as the nine elders, but it was much higher than the other elders.
Hearing the Sixth Elder's reprimand, the other elders also spoke up, believing that Fang Chen was guilty.
"Fang Chen, you killed a disciple of the Azure Edge Sword Sect in front of the Ninth Elder. Such a grave crime, the Ninth Elder would never let you off."
"That's right, the Ninth Elder. This kid should be killed."
"Ninth Elder, I suggest that we cripple Fang Chen's cultivation and expel him from the Azure Edge Sword Sect." Wen Zhengyun said softly.
Wen Zhengyun's words made Fang Chen frown. Wen Zhengyun was trying to kill him.
"How could you be so vicious, Wen Zhengyun? Crippling Fang Chen's cultivation is the same as taking Fang Chen's life!" Jiang He rebuked loudly.
"That's right. Although Fang Chen accidentally killed Xiao Tianyong, it was still a legitimate defense. If you want to blame someone, blame Xiao Tianyong for using a power that does not belong to him," Xiao Shan said.
"Xiao Tianyong fouled first. Fang Chen didn't do anything wrong."
Xiao Shan and Jiang He spoke up for Fang Chen in front of so many elders, which warmed the latter's heart.
At the same time, Fang Chen deeply remembered Elder Liu, Ye Lin, and Wen Zhengyun. These three people wanted to kill him and wanted to use this opportunity to kill him.
"Ninth Elders, why don't you say something?" Elder Liu asked when he saw that the Ninth Elders remained silent.
The other elders also looked at the Ninth Elders, waiting for the Ninth Elders to speak.
After all, the competition was interrupted because of Fang Chen. They had to settle this matter before the competition could proceed smoothly.
The Ninth Elders glanced at Fang Chen, then looked around and said slowly, "Fang Chen killed Xiao Tianyong and violated the Sect's rules."
Hearing this, Wen Zhengyun and the others were overjoyed.
Once the Ninth Elders determined that Fang Chen was guilty, no one would be able to save Fang Chen.
Fang Chen was slightly stunned when he heard this. Just as he was about to speak, he heard the Ninth Elders continue.
"However, I don't think that Fang Chen is guilty."
This sentence caused an uproar. The Ninth Elders wanted to protect Fang Chen.
"Ninth Elders, Fang Chen …"
Elder Liu's expression changed and he hastily said.
However, he was interrupted by the Ninth Elders.
"Xiao Tianyong only has himself to blame. He used a power that didn't belong to him. He can't blame anyone else." The Ninth Elders waved his hand.
"Our Azure Edge Sword Sect is a righteous sect. How can a disciple use such a despicable method?" The Ninth Elders retorted.
"Alright, let the competition continue." The Ninth Elders said in a low voice.
The other elders wanted to refute, but they didn't dare to refute the Ninth Elders' words.
In the end, this disturbance was ended by the Ninth Elders' words. The competition continued.
"Damnit, he still can't die." Wen Zhengyun's expression was gloomy as he coldly said.
The third round of the competition gradually came to an end. Next was the fourth round, but because of time constraints, the fourth round was scheduled for tomorrow.
After the referee's announcement, all the disciples began to leave the martial practice field. The Ninth Elders and the others also quickly left.
When Wen Zhengyun left, his eyes were filled with killing intent as he glanced at Fang Chen.
"Fang Chen, you are really amazing. Even the Ninth Elders are helping you." After everyone left, Xiao Shan punched Fang Chen's shoulder and laughed.
"Yes, Fang Chen. I thought that you would be punished for killing Xiao Tianyong. I didn't expect the Ninth Elders to be so reasonable." Jiang He was also happy for Fang Chen.
Night gradually fell. Fang Chen returned to his room after dinner.
Although he now had the strength to challenge Wen Zhengyun, he still resolutely entered a state of cultivation.
After more than a month, Fang Chen gradually realized that the Ancient Sword Continent was a world where the strong were respected. As long as you had the strength, you could kill anyone you wanted.
On the contrary, if you didn't have the strength, even if you were killed, no one would avenge you. This was the cruelty of reality.
"I must increase my strength." Fang Chen shouted in his heart.
If it was the Fang Chen of the past, he would definitely not have such ambition. Perhaps he would be trash for the rest of his life.
Ever since he obtained the golden heart, Fang Chen felt that the golden heart was constantly changing his body. It even changed his talent.
Fang Chen realized that not only was his strength getting stronger, but his talent was also getting stronger.
Fang Chen sat cross-legged in the courtyard. The bright moonlight shone on his body, causing layers of halos to appear.
At a certain moment, Fang Chen suddenly opened his eyes. Then, he quickly stood up and took a step forward. He clenched his fists tightly and gathered all the strength in his body on his fist. Then, he threw out a punch.
Suddenly, the air in front of Fang Chen distorted a little. The fist energy directly bombarded the void.
It formed ripples in the void and slowly dissipated.
"Body Refining Fist, Nine Layers."
Fang Chen's face was full of smiles. Although the Body Refining Fist was only a basic fist technique, after reaching the ninth layer, its power was not to be underestimated.
"The Body Refining Fist has reached the Perfect Realm. It can actually increase my strength." Fang Chen said.
In the following time, Fang Chen began to practice the Golden Light Sword Technique.
Early in the morning the next day, all the outer disciples gathered at the Martial Arts Practice Field once again.
The fourth round of the competition had begun. There were a total of twenty-five disciples left. There were twelve matches. The remaining disciple had a bye.
After the Nine Elders briefly explained the rules, they began to draw lots.
After Fang Chen drew his lot, he opened it and was a little stunned. He didn't expect to draw a bye.
When he found out that Fang Chen had drawn a bye, Wen Zheng Yun's face turned ugly.
"I really don't know what kind of shit this is." Wen Zheng Yun said coldly.
Other disciples who were dissatisfied with Fang Chen also spoke out. They thought that Fang Chen was a little lucky.
"Hmph, just wait. You'll definitely lose in the next round." A disciple said.
After the drawing of lots, Fang Chen had a bye. The other twenty-four disciples were divided into twelve groups and began to fight.
Four hours later, the fourth round of the competition had ended. Twelve disciples were eliminated and the remaining thirteen disciples advanced.
The twelve disciples who were eliminated were gnashing their teeth at Fang Chen. They thought that if Fang Chen hadn't gotten a bye, then perhaps the bye would have been theirs.
"Fang Chen, this lucky guy, actually entered the next round."
"He really ate dog shit."
"Hmph, how can he enter the next round? He'll definitely lose if he meets senior brother Wen."
The fourth round of the competition ended and the fifth round began.
However, to the surprise of many disciples, Fang Chen still drew a bye.
"Damn it, how can this Fang Chen keep drawing a bye?" Many disciples complained.
Even Fang Chen himself felt that it was unbelievable that he had drawn a bye twice in a row. He didn't even need to fight to enter the top ten.
The fifth round of the competition was much more intense than the fourth round, but Wen Zheng Yun still defeated his opponents with a tyrannical aura.
Although there were only six matches in the fifth round, it took eight hours.
In the afternoon, the fifth round of the competition finally ended.
The remaining six disciples were all top outer disciples. The lowest cultivation level among them was the late-stage of the Lv 3 Qi Cultivation Realm.
Including Fang Chen, there were still seven people who needed to draw lots.
This time, the one who drew the bye was Wen Zheng Yun. Fang Chen didn't draw it.
"Hmph, Fang Chen, I'll let you be smug for two rounds. This time, I'll end you with my own hands." Lu Shan's eyes flashed coldly.
Lu Shan was the weakest among the six disciples who advanced, but his cultivation level was still at the late-stage of the Lv 3 Qi Cultivation Realm.
If it were someone else, Lu Shan might not be able to win the competition. But when he learned that his opponent was Fang Chen, he was overjoyed.
"Fang Chen, you're no match for me. Admit defeat," Lu Shan said arrogantly in the martial arts arena.
Fang Chen shook his head slightly and said, "We'll know after we fight."
"Since that's the case, I'll fulfill your wish."
Lu San bellowed and unleashed his strongest swordsmanship. Streaks of sword light danced in the sky.
"Lu Shan is so strong. Fang Chen is definitely no match for him."
"Lu Shan's swordsmanship has reached the Complete Realm."
"What an exciting duel."
On the martial arts arena, Fang Chen stood quietly and watched Lu Shan display his swordsmanship. Then, he displayed the Golden Light Swordsmanship.
The third move of the Golden Light Swordsmanship.
A majestic golden light flashed and instantly shattered the sword light in the sky. A tyrannical aura swept through the entire martial arts arena.
"Hmph, so what if it's the Golden Light Swordsmanship? Watch how I break it."
Seeing Fang Chen display the Golden Light Swordsmanship, Lu Shan roared and displayed his swordsmanship again.
However, at this moment, Fang Chen unexpectedly took a step forward and appeared in front of Lu Shan. Lu Shan was controlling his sword light to resist the Golden Light Swordsmanship. He didn't expect Fang Chen to come close.
"You're courting death."
As soon as Lu Shan spoke, he was greeted with a punch.
A simple punch sent Lu Shan flying.
Bang!
Lu Shan fell below the arena and lost the competition.