The Imperial Weapon Pavilion's Grand Competition was a grand event for many disciples.
After all, as long as one stood out in the Grand Competition, he or she would be recognized by the higher-ups and might even become a disciple of some big shot.
Of course, for the Four Great Protectors, it was also a clash of forces.
On this day, the square was bustling with people. Countless disciples were fighting to be the first to arrive.
There was a sea of people talking about it.
On the rostrum, the Imperial Weapon Pavilion's Pavilion Master sat in the middle. On both sides of the rostrum sat a few elders. As for the Four Great Protectors, they were at the side of the rostrum.
"This is the new Protector?"
One of the golden-robed men had a disdainful smile on his face. He looked at Fang Chen and shook his head.
"Don't underestimate him. I heard that he defeated Master Dongfang." Another Protector said.
"Hmph, Master Dongfang has not appeared for hundreds of years. Who knows what level his blacksmithing skills have reached."
The last Protector, who was wearing a black robe, said coldly. "Moreover, he is improving, but so am I.
A month ago, I finally comprehended the inheritance of a certain almighty refiner. "
Hearing this, the golden-robed and blue-robed Protectors were shocked and looked at the black-robed Protector at the same time.
"Doesn't that mean …"
The Great Elder stood up and stood on the rostrum in the middle of the square.
He waved his hand and signaled everyone to be quiet.
In an instant, the huge square fell into a deathly silence.
"Today is the Grand Competition of our Imperial Weapon Pavilion. I believe everyone is clear about the rules. I won't say anything more."
The Great Elder said. "The Four Great Pavilions, each of them can choose five disciples to be the candidates for this competition.
The top ten disciples will be heavily rewarded. The top three disciples will be able to learn blacksmithing under the Elders. "
As soon as the Great Elder finished speaking, the whole square was filled with thunderous cheers.
Countless people shouted hysterically, venting the excitement in their hearts.
The Imperial Weapon Pavilion was one of the top forces in the Western Region. There were countless disciples. How difficult was it to stand out among the many disciples?
Only by getting the attention of the Sect would one be able to obtain resources.
Without the support of resources, one would not be able to progress in blacksmithing.
"Alright, the Grand Competition officially begins."
The Great Elder finished speaking and returned to the rostrum.
There were a total of twenty disciples from the Four Pavilions. In other words, as long as they could get through the first round, they would be able to enter the top ten, which meant that they would be heavily rewarded.
"Wu Feng, remember what I told you."
The Protector in black Protector telepathically.
The person called Wu Feng was startled, before he nodded his head heavily.
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The first round of the competition was very simple. Twenty people had to refine artifacts in a set amount of time, and in the end, they would be ranked according to the grade of the artifacts they refined.
Not long after, the blazing flames in the square rose into the air.
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Hu hu hu!
.. Wu... Wu.
"That's right. I heard that Wu Feng from the eastern pavilion can already forge half-step emperor weapons."
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Elders........
. They all thought that Wu Feng was the most popular candidate to win first place.
Of course, there were other disciples who were good at blacksmithing as well. But compared to Wu Feng, they seemed a little dull.
Unknowingly, Fire Phoenix, who was dressed in a pink robe, had arrived beside Fang Chen.
"Hmm?"
Fang Chen looked up and saw Fire Phoenix looking at him.
"What's the matter?"
Fang Chen asked.
. "Protector Fang, you have to be careful of the Protector in black Protector."
Fire Phoenix telepathically said, "As far as I know, the Protector in black Protector has taken the last step. It's very likely that he can forge a half-step Great Emperor weapon."
Fang Chen looked at Fire Phoenix in surprise. He did not expect her to bring him such important information.
"Thank you. I'll be careful." Fang Chen nodded.
Fire Phoenix was also a disciple of the Imperial Weapon Pavilion, but her potential was unparalleled. Strictly speaking, she was no longer an ordinary disciple.
Therefore, Fire Phoenix did not participate in this competition.
"I have to go to Blood City for some business. When I return, I hope to see you defeat the other three protectors." Fire Phoenix smiled faintly.
Fang Chen's expression changed when he heard this, but he quickly regained his composure.
Fang Chen clenched his fists as he watched Fire Phoenix's disappearing figure.
"Is the Third Forefather making a move?"
Fang Chen mumbled.
He learned from Lord Blood that the blood he collected was sent to the Imperial Weapon Pavilion through Fire Phoenix.
When Fire Phoenix said that she had to go to Blood City for some business, Fang Chen guessed that she was going to get the blood.
This made Fang Chen even more anxious. No matter what, he had to win first place this time.
He turned to look at the Protector in black Protector. The latter looked at him and when their eyes met, a look of disdain appeared in the Protector's eyes.
At this moment, the first round of blacksmithing on the arena had come to an end.
Wu Feng, who shone the brightest, had indeed forged a weapon that was half a step away from the Emperor Realm. This earned him the praises of many elders.
After checking the twenty weapons, the ten lowest grade weapons were eliminated.
When the crowd saw the ten people who made it to the next round, they were stunned.
"This … all five from the South Pavilion made it to the next round?"
In an instant, countless discussions were heard in the square. They could not believe their eyes.
After the death of the South Pavilion Protector, the South Pavilion had been in chaos for a long time without a leader.
Moreover, the South Pavilion was the weakest among the four pavilions. Now, all five of their disciples had made it to the top ten.
"Hahaha, this is great!"
In the South Pavilion area, everyone laughed joyfully. The steward was shocked. He looked at Fang Chen with a complicated expression. He felt that this new protector was a little mysterious.
"That's right. The ten of you have made it to the top ten. After the competition, you will all be rewarded."
The First Elder said with a smile.
The golden-robed and blue-robed protectors looked gloomy. Almost all of their disciples had been eliminated. This made them very unhappy.
"Damn it. What did the south pavilion protector do? How did the south pavilion disciples improve their blacksmithing skills so much?" the golden-robed protector asked in a deep voice.
"I heard that the south pavilion protector has personally taught these five disciples for the past three months," the blue-robed protector said.
The black-robed protector nodded leisurely and murmured, "It seems that this new protector has some skills. He's a strong opponent."
"Hmph, so what if they're in the top ten?
It's useless if they don't make it to the top three, "the golden-robed protector said coldly.
"In the second round, the disciples can challenge each other. With Wu Feng here, they won't be able to advance any further," the blue-robed protector said.
The second round's rules were different from the first.
The ten disciples could challenge anyone, and the person being challenged could either refuse to accept the challenge or admit defeat. There was no choice.
Wu Feng was the first to step forward. He walked up to a disciple from the South Pavilion.
"I challenge you."
Seeing this, the disciple's expression changed. "I admit defeat."
"Trash."
Wu Feng said coldly. The disciple from the South Pavilion was furious, but he held himself back in the end.
"I challenge …"
Next, the other four disciples all challenged the disciples from the South Pavilion.
There were three disciples who directly crushed their opponents. These three people were considered to be the best in their respective pavilions.
In the end, only the Tool Rune was left.
"Admit defeat obediently."
The disciple who challenged the Tool Rune was from the West Pavilion.
He looked at the Tool Rune in disdain. "Tool Rune, what a trashy name."
The Tool Rune wasn't originally called Tool Rune, but he changed it to encourage himself to become an outstanding blacksmith.
The Tool Rune shook his head.
"Alright, since you refuse to admit defeat, I'll do it myself."
Soon, the two of them began to compete.
The Tool Rune was calm and composed. On the other hand, the disciple from the South Pavilion was arrogant and domineering. He waved his hand and wild flames engulfed the entire martial arts arena. He even controlled the flames to interfere with the Tool Rune.
Unfortunately, the Tool Rune wasn't affected.
"Petty tricks."
The Tool Rune closed his eyes and recalled what Fang Chen had said.
You have to be calm no matter what you encounter.
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