"If he really manages to overcome this lightning tribulation, there's no need for us to hold the tournament anymore …"
Zhang Wuchen walked up to the lightning tribulation and said.
"Indeed. This lightning tribulation surpasses that of most Dimension Sundering tribulations. Even Saint 8-dan Dimension Sundering realm intermediate stage cultivators are no match for it. If he can overcome it, there's no doubt that he'll become the number one expert of the younger generation!"
The First Elder nodded in agreement.
At their level of cultivation, they were able to discern the strength of the lightning tribulation with just a glance.
Zhang Jiuxiao's lightning tribulation was as deep as the ocean, and it covered an unimaginable area. The sheer might that it harnessed left their scalps numb.
If Zhang Jiuxiao were to overcome the lightning tribulation, the strongest of the younger generation, Zhang Chun, and the others, would surely be no match for him.
"He's just an offspring of the side family … How did he manage to improve so quickly?"
Zhang Wuchen was perplexed.
"Let's ask him about it after he's done with the lightning tribulation!"
The First Elder said with a perplexed look on his face.
While the two of them were conversing, the second lightning tribulation gradually formed in the sky.
Kacha!
This time, it wasn't just a simple lightning tribulation. Instead, it was a burst of saber qi that tore apart the surrounding space, creating a series of pitch-black rifts.
"It's the lightning weapon of the lightning tribulation!"
One of the elders in the crowd recognized the lightning tribulation and swallowed a mouthful of saliva.
If ordinary lightning tribulation were to be compared to a fist, the lightning weapon would be the equivalent of a weapon.
While it was still a burst of lightning, its might was several times weaker.
"Come!"
After consuming a pill that his teacher had given him, Zhang Jiuxiao's injuries had already healed. With a furious roar, he whipped out a Saint high-tier artifact.
The strongest weapon he had before was only a Saint high-tier artifact. After entering the Sanctum of Sages, his clan had rewarded him with a Saint high-tier artifact, so he decided to bring it out in this crucial moment.
Kacha!
The Saint high-tier artifact collided with the lightning weapon, and it was split in two in the blink of an eye. However, the might of the lightning tribulation didn't diminish in the slightest.
Zhang Jiuxiao opened his palm, forming a massive zhenqi ring before him. As the lightning tribulation struck it, a deafening explosion sounded, and the entire training ground trembled under the impact, as if it would collapse at any moment.
It was fortunate that the training ground was frequently used, or else it would have been reduced to rubble.
Peng!
Even though he managed to block the Thunder Soldier's attack, Zhang Jiuxiao's arms turned black as he fell to the ground like a cannonball, creating a huge crater.
"He won't be struck to death, right?"
"I don't think so …"
"That lightning is too terrifying. Few of the clan's chief elders can stand up to it, and he just made a breakthrough. Furthermore, it's an entire level higher …."
"I hope he's fine. Although he's from the side family, it's a blessing for the family to be able to reach this level of strength. Nothing must happen to him!"
The surrounding disciples all had worried looks on their faces as they discussed amongst themselves.
The Zhang family was able to stand tall in the entire continent. Although the competition within the family was fierce, the appearance of a true super genius was still respected by everyone. Otherwise, there would be no need for outsiders to make a move.
Whoosh!
Just as everyone was filled with worry, Zhang Jiuxiao, who was in the pit, flew out in a wobbly manner.
At this moment, his entire body was charred black, and there was not a single part of his body that was intact. However, there was still stubbornness on his face as he looked at the lightning in the sky, seemingly fearless.
Rumble!
The third lightning tribulation was about to arrive.
Just like the Leaving Aperture Ordeal, the Dimension Sundering Ordeal also consisted of three lightning tribulations, but each one was more frightening than the one before it. Countless experts had fallen due to it.
"The third lightning tribulation isn't just powerful; more importantly, it harnesses a Heart Ordeal within it. As a member of the side family, Zhang Jiuxiao didn't receive the proper nurturing, so I'm afraid that he won't be able to overcome it …"
The First Elder said worriedly.
"Indeed. In order to overcome this ordeal, not only must he possess incredible willpower, he must also possess an unwavering will. I'm afraid that … he won't be able to withstand it!"
Zhang Wuchen said anxiously.
It would be a huge loss for the Zhang family if the prodigy who had appeared out of nowhere was unable to overcome the lightning tribulation.
"Given how the lightning tribulation has accumulated to such an extent, it's not something that we can interfere in. How about this? You should look for Zhang Xuan, and if he's able to resolve the lightning tribulation and save Zhang Jiuxiao, we'll be willing to let bygones be bygones!"
The First Elder said after a moment of hesitation.
Based on Zhang Wuchen's report, he knew that Zhang Xuan was Yang shi's direct disciple, and he was able to overcome the Macrocosm Ascendancy Ordeal easily. As powerful as Zhang Jiuxiao's Dimension Sundering Ordeal was, it should not be too difficult for him to overcome it.
"Alright!"
Knowing the importance of this matter, Zhang Wuchen quickly rushed over to Jian Qinsheng's residence, and it did not take long for him to arrive.
"Hmm?
He's not around? "
He swiftly swept his Spiritual Perception through the residence, but he did not find anything. Frowning, he pushed open the door and walked into a room.
"Elder Wuchen!"
Jian Qinsheng stood up.
"Do you know where Zhang Shi has gone?"
Jian Qinsheng asked.
Back then, he had brought Jian Qinsheng and Zhang Xuan to the Blood Reservoir before sending the latter back by himself. Under normal circumstances, he should have stayed in the residence, so why was he missing?
"Zhang Shi was taken away by you last night. Shortly after, he met Zhang Jiuxiao, who was looking for him, and they went out together …"
Jian Qinsheng pondered for a moment before replying.
Zhang Jiuxiao had gone to look for Zhang Xuan, and he was the only one there, so he knew what was going on. However, the two of them had not returned after that, so what could have happened?
"Zhang Jiuxiao is looking for … Zhang Xuan?"
Zhang Wuchen was stunned. "Are you talking about the descendant of the side family of the Sanctum of Sages, Zhang Jiuxiao?"
"Indeed. I wouldn't have been able to recognize him if it wasn't him!" Jian Qinsheng shook his head.
"How did Zhang Jiuxiao get acquainted with Zhang Xuan?" Zhang Wuchen could not believe what he was hearing.
It was not too long ago that Zhang Xuan had caused such a huge commotion, and now, he had left with Zhang Jiuxiao … Could there be some kind of relationship between the two of them?
"I don't know how they got acquainted, but they seem to be very close to each other!"
Jian Qinsheng shook his head.
"I get it now …"
With a look of disbelief on his face, Zhang Wuchen hurriedly returned to the residence.
He had come here to look for Zhang Xuan, but at this moment, the lightning tribulation in the sky had already finished accumulating, and it was descending upon him.
In an instant, Zhang Jiuxiao felt as if he had stepped into a crossroad that left him in a daze. His soul flickered unstably, as if it would be extinguished at any moment.
He was just an ordinary descendant of the side family. Before the colossus of the Zhang clan, he did not have the slightest bit of standing or dignity. In fact, even if he had died back then in the Qingyuan Conferred Empire, the Zhang clan would not have sent any experts to investigate the matter!
It was his teacher who had given him the opportunity to rewrite his life!
He had allowed him to successfully enter the Sanctum of Sages and become an ordinary student. On top of that, he had even brought him into the Blood Reservoir and bestowed him with the strongest bloodline …
"Since teacher said that I'll be able to overcome it, I'll definitely be able to overcome it. I won't let teacher down!"
With a strong determination in his heart, a powerful surge of energy burst forth from his body. As the lightning tribulation fell on his body, it was actually repelled by it, preventing it from entering his body.
"This is … the power of his bloodline?
It's even purer than mine … Impossible! "
The First Elder narrowed his eyes in astonishment.