Lan Jue had seen a few Paragon's Armaments before, such as the Wine Master's Cosmagus. However, it was on a completely different level compared to the Pharmacist's greatsword.
Could this sword have been passed down from ancient times?
If this sword had belonged to Celestial Master Qian, then he was far more powerful than anyone could imagine. Perhaps even Lan Jue's father couldn't compare to him.
After all, he didn't know what sort of Astrum his father had.
His father's strength seemed to come from his fists.
With the excitement of this match, the rest of the matches became dull and uninteresting.
Jun Yongye and Xuanyuan Shishi, who had already made it to the next round, forfeited their last fight.
The final four had been decided.
Group One: Zeus the Godking. Group Two: the Pharmacist. Group Three: the White Blademaster Jun Yongye. Group Four: Ten Thousand Swords as One, Xuanyuan Shishi.
The Fairy of the Swords was a nickname the audience had bestowed upon the Pharmacist after today's match. It was because of the word she had shouted at the end.
The Pharmacist nodded in agreement, as if she had hit the nail on the head.
It wasn't until that night, when all the major news channels began to roll, that the audience realized that the final four were all from the Eastern Alliance.
The Eastern Alliance's Adepts had once again captured the attention of the world.
Skyfire Avenue, of course, was the center of attention.
Even though the Pharmacist was the only representative of Skyfire Avenue, wasn't that enough?
Not to mention the fact that the other three were from the Eastern Alliance.
Skyfire Avenue had been under pressure from the Major League and the two Citadels.
It was pushed to the teeth of the storm.
"We have to have a meeting!" The Gourmet's voice was transmitted to every Skyfire Avenue participant.
InterContinental Hotel.
The conference room.
The Round Table Conference.
Everyone sat in a circle.
But it was eerily quiet.
The Accountant's head was bowed, his expression gloomy.
He couldn't help but feel depressed. He'd misjudged the Pharmacist and Lan Jue's strength, and he'd lost the bet he'd been so sure to win.
Jun Yongye had forfeited his last race, and the Driver's record of three losses had dropped to two wins and one loss. Although the process had been a little strange, it had been a strange one.
But the truth was that the Accountant had lost.
Of course, the Accountant wasn't the only one who was gloomy. Everyone's attention was focused on the Pharmacist.
Lan Jue's performance the day before had been shocking enough, but the Pharmacist's display of strength only served to heighten the shock. She was horrified.
Who would have thought that the Pharmacist's strength was so terrifying?
Everyone had seen the power of her final attack.
The Gourmet fixed the Pharmacist with a deep stare. "Why not take that step?"
The Pharmacist smiled.
"Some things can't be rushed.
If one didn't accumulate enough, one wouldn't be able to take the next step.
If you don't, you won't be able to reach the peak. "
The Gourmet sighed. "You were never on the same level as us." His words shocked everyone present.
Although he'd tried to be subtle, it wasn't hard to tell what he meant. The Pharmacist had the ability to become a Paragon. She didn't have to.
"Once protogenia is set, it cannot be changed," the Pharmacist explained. "My strength is based on breaking protogenia.
Therefore, I will only take that final step when I have a clear understanding of my own path. At least, not now. "
The Gourmet smiled. "In any case, congratulations.
Skyfire Avenue won't question your abilities, as long as you're one of us, that's enough.
However, after today's performance, it would be a shame not to take up a position on Skyfire Avenue's council. "
The Barber rose to his feet without hesitation. "That's right, I deserve it.
I'm willing to give up my council position.
I'm ashamed of myself after watching your competition. I'll shut myself away to train when I get back. "
He was depressed. He'd known Lan Jue was strong, but he hadn't known the full extent of it. The Pharmacist's performance today had been too much for him to handle.
The Pharmacist shook her head. "No need. I don't want to be a council member. I prefer peace and quiet.
If you need anything you can ask the Jewelry Master to come find me. I'll do my best to help. "
Lan Jue looked at her in surprise. The Pharmacist's words had strengthened her position on Skyfire Avenue. It was a show of complete support.
The Gourmet thought for a moment, then nodded. "Very well.
I won't force you.
The tournament is nearing its end. There are only two more days until the semi-finals. Tomorrow will be a break, and then the semifinals and finals will be held over two days to determine the winner.
There are some things we need to make early preparations. "
He'd used protogenia to soundproof the entire meeting room. The Accountant had done a thorough check to make sure there weren't any high-tech eavesdropping devices.
Everyone's faces grew solemn. What the Gourmet was about to say was going to be important.
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The competition of the ability users has stirred up the entire human world, especially in the world of ability users, where idol-level figures have appeared.
It wasn't the North that was affected the most, it was the East that was in the final four.
According to Skyfire Avenue's official statistics, the Skyfire Avenue had received more than three thousand applications to join the tournament.
All of them were Adepts.
Without a doubt, the tournament's results had strengthened the Eastern Alliance's Adepts.
Skyfire Avenue's officials had also made some provocative moves. For example, they'd announced that Skyfire Avenue now had five Paragons.
At least, before the Clairvoyant's death, there had been five.
The appearance of two new Paragons had given Skyfire Avenue an even greater advantage.
Not only were they attracting low and mid-level Adepts, but more and more high level Adepts were joining.
After all, this was a place where Paragons could be nurtured.
But what those who weren't present at the event didn't notice was that the atmosphere on Luo seemed to have changed as the top four were decided.
What was hidden under the calmness on the surface?
Lan Jue's brows furrowed. He sat on the sofa, a pensive look in his eyes. Slowly, a smile spread across his face.
"Why are you smiling when you can't reach Chu Cheng?" Zhou Qianlin asked.
Indeed, Lan Jue hadn't been able to reach Chu Cheng all day.
Lan Jue smirked. "Why can't I smile?
Not being able to reach him is a sign in itself.
He's the family's representative, and in a time of crisis he has to stand on their side.
Whether he's actively or passively cut off contact with me, it's a warning that something is about to happen.
But no matter what happens, it won't happen until the tournament is over.
Whether it was the struggle between the three major alliances or the secret competition between the three major Adept Associations, the main premise would never change, and that was to prioritize the future of mankind.
Even if the Major Leagues want to make a move against us, they'll have to keep it under control.
And it won't happen until the tournament is over. "
Zhou Qianlin looked at his calm smile, and the worry in her heart melted away. She walked over to his side. "Should I contact my father and ask the Eastern Alliance to escort us back?"
Lan Jue shook his head. "No need.
If we can't even get back, how are we supposed to compete with the Northern Alliance?
I don't really care about the prize, but I do want to fight Jun Yongye or Xuanyuan Shishi. That'll help me test out some of my ideas.
I've learned a lot from this tournament, and that's what's most important.
I also want to get the latest news from the Northern Alliance. I want to know what's going on with the other races, and how strong they are.
That's important to us as well. "
Zhou Qianlin nodded. "Wherever you are, I'll be there. We'll fight side by side."
Lan Jue smiled. "I saw a bottle in the Intercontinental Hotel's bar. I've made some money these days. Why don't we go drink it?"
Zhou Qianlin smiled. "Sure!
But I don't really like drinking. "
Lan Jue nodded. "Don't worry, I'm sure you'll like it.
It's a woman's cup of tea. "
"Oh, really?" Zhou Qianlin said, surprised.
Lan Jue nodded. "Let's go.
It'll be just the two of us today. "
After changing, Lan Jue put on a hat, mask, and sunglasses. She led Zhou Qianlin out of the room.
The bar was on the second floor of the Intercontinental Hotel, at the end of the corridor.
The light was noticeably dimmer as they entered. Every table was lit with candles, adding to the atmosphere.
Whenever Lan Jue visited a high-class hotel, she liked to check out the bars. There was always a chance she'd find something surprising.
"My apologies, sir.
We're not selling this bottle. It's our treasure. "The waiter responded apologetically to Lan Jue's request.
Lan Jue smiled. "That's fine. Why don't you call your manager out? I'll discuss it with him. Is that alright?"
The waiter said, "Alright then. Please wait a moment." The quality of the waiters in such a high-class hotel was very high. They would try their best to satisfy the guests' requests.
It wasn't long before a manager in a well-ironed suit appeared. "Sir," he said with a smile. "You have good taste." He was the first to offer his compliments.
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