For the next few days, Mu Chen, Ling Xi, and Long Xiang stayed in the courtyard and did not go out. However, Lin Jing and Xiao Xiao would frequently come and go, so it wasn't lonely.
As time passed, even if they rarely went out, Mu Chen and the rest could sense that the atmosphere in the Pagoda Realm was getting more and more lively.
Every single day, there would be Spiritual Boats flying over, and every single one of them was probably stronger than the Mu Abode.
Facing this scene, even Mu Chen couldn't help sighing. The five Ancient Clans were truly extraordinary. Just their rallying power alone could make ordinary forces feel ashamed of their inferiority.
As more forces gathered, the Ancient Buddha Clan had also announced the date of the Bloodline Competition, which was three days from now.
Under everyone's attention, three days had passed in the blink of an eye.
Three days later, the melodious ringing of the bell resounded throughout the entire Pagoda Realm.
Rustle!
Rustle!
When the bell rang out, countless whizzing sounds of wind rang out and silhouettes soared into the sky and flew towards the depths of the mountain range.
The entire region was filled with a boiling aura. That's because today was the day of the Ancient Buddha Clan's Bloodline Competition.
Standing in the courtyard, Mu Chen looked at this bustling scene with a calm expression. Standing behind him, Ling Xi and Long Xiang wore grave expressions. That's because according to Mu Chen's plan, he would definitely make a move today.
A silhouette rushed over, it was Qing Shuang. When she saw Mu Chen, she took out an azure token from her sleeve with an ancient 'Head' engraved on it.
Looking at the azure token, Qing Shuang had a complicated expression on her face as she said, "This is the Head Token of our Qing Bloodline, and the one with this token will be the head of the Bloodline."
"Although I have no idea what you're trying to do, you will be the head of our Qing Bloodline in the Bloodline Competition. With this identity, even if the Elders feel that you're a sinner, they can't object to it. They can only hold an Elder Meeting to punish you."
When Mu Chen heard her words, his eyes flickered. He never expected that the Qing Bloodline would give him the Head Token. If anything happened, then the Qing Bloodline would definitely be implicated.
"According to Aunt Xuan, if we fail, our Qing Bloodline will be reduced to a Branch Bloodline, and it will be a devastating blow to us. So instead of watching the Xuan and Mo Bloodlines suppress us, why don't we take the risk?" Qing Shuang knew that Mu Chen was shocked, so she sighed.
Mu Chen's expression eased up as he took the token after a brief hesitation. With this token, he would be able to act in peace, and he wouldn't be obstructed by the Ancient Buddha Clan.
"Furthermore, Aunt Xuan wants me to inform you that she has already prepared what you've asked her to do." Qing Shuang continued.
Hearing those words, Mu Chen felt relieved in his heart. If this matter was successful, then he would have the capital to fight with the Ancient Buddha Clan.
"Mu Chen, can you really protect the seats for my Qing Bloodline?" Qing Shuang briefly hesitated before she bit on her lips and asked.
This matter was too important for their Qing Bloodline. Qing Shuang had no idea why Aunt Xuan would trust Mu Chen so much, but no matter what, Mu Chen had just stepped into the Spirit Heavenly Sovereign Realm.
Right now, he's only at the Initial Phase Spirit Heavenly Sovereign Realm, and it's impossible for him to turn the tide in the Ancient Buddha Clan.
With a smile, Mu Chen replied, "Since I've been entrusted by you, then I will naturally do my best."
His smile was faint, but the expression that was emitted from his eyes was firm and confident. It caused others to feel a little more confidence in him out of nowhere.
Qing Shuang was also affected by it and a rare smile appeared on her face. She nodded her head before she respectfully bowed towards Mu Chen. "Since that's the case, then our Qing Bloodline will thank you."
"We're just helping each other." Mu Chen waved his hand and looked at the sky. "It's about time, let's get moving."
"I'll lead the way."
Qing Shuang smiled before she turned into a streak of light and soared into the sky, with Mu Chen's group of three following closely behind.
As the group flew across the horizon, the mountains beneath their feet constantly retreated, and they could see batches of silhouettes flying over with every single one of them emitting a shocking fluctuation.
However, those supreme forces that could be considered as overlords in the Great Thousand World were nothing special here, so one could tell how powerful the Ancient Buddha Clan was.
Under Qing Shuang's lead, the four of them gradually slowed down after ten-odd minutes. At this moment, there was a majestic main peak that soared into the sky and pierced through the clouds. It was like a pillar that supported the heavens, emitting a majestic aura.
The main peak was divided into four directions. At the same time, the top and bottom were clearly separated, and there were many white jade platforms scattered in a picturesque manner. Vaguely, there was a sharp aura being emitted.
The main peak was surrounded by numerous peaks with seats set up on them. From time to time, there would be silhouettes descending from the sky and landing on the seats.
In less than a few minutes, the mountain range had become noisy and lively.
Under Qing Shuang's lead, Mu Chen's group of four landed on a peak. This place wasn't too eye-catching, but they could see the platforms on the main peak.
Landing on the mountain peak, Mu Chen raised his head and swept his gaze around. On the mountain peak closest to the main peak, there were gorgeous stone pavilions and courtyards. From the looks of it, it was clear that the treatment here was much better than other places.
Mu Chen knew that those should be the pinnacle forces of the Great Thousand World, since he could see Xiao Xiao and Lin Jing's silhouettes in those places.
Evidently, in the eyes of the Ancient Buddha Clan, only those supreme forces could be considered as esteemed guests.
Boom!
Boom!
Just when Mu Chen was looking around, an ancient bell rang out from every peak of the mountain range, filling the heavens and earth.
When the bell rang out, everyone in this region sensed it and raised their heads to see a myriad of spiritual lustre blossoming on the main peak.
Silhouettes appeared in the spiritual light. Every single silhouette emanated a fearsome Spiritual Energy pressure that caused the hearts of the various forces to tremble.
When the lustre dissipated, twenty silhouettes appeared on the main peak with nineteen of them standing respectfully behind the person at the front.
That silhouette was a white-haired old man. Compared to the 19 silhouettes with boundless Spiritual Energy behind him, there wasn't any Spiritual Energy being emitted from his body. He looked like an ordinary old man that wasn't eye-catching.
But when everyone saw that old man, they couldn't help squinting their eyes with respect on their faces.
"Saint Heavenly Sovereign!"
Mu Chen's gaze was also fixed on the white-haired elder the moment he appeared. Looking at the latter, he felt a faint stinging pain on his skin as an extreme sense of danger surged from the depths of his heart.
That's because this ordinary old man was actually a Saint Heavenly Sovereign!
"We welcome the Grand Elder!"
When the white-haired old man appeared, the clansmen of the Ancient Buddha Clan respectfully greeted. Even the Elders had revere on their faces.
In the Ancient Buddha Clan, the highest authority was the Patriarch. It's just that the position of Patriarch had been empty for so many years without a suitable successor. Thus, the Grand Elder had been protecting the Ancient Buddha Clan, which was the reason why the Ancient Buddha Clan did not fall. In terms of qualifications, no one in the Ancient Buddha Clan was unconvinced.
"This is the Grand Elder of our Ancient Buddha Clan, Futu Xuan."
Qing Shuang looked at that old man with revere on her face and sighed, "The Xuan and Mo Bloodlines have been fighting for years. If it wasn't for the Grand Elder's suppression, who knows how chaotic the Ancient Buddha Clan would be."
Mu Chen maintained a calm expression. Futu Xuan was truly capable, but it had nothing to do with Mu Chen, regardless of his contributions to the Ancient Buddha Clan. He only knew that it was because of this stubborn old man that caused him and his mother to be separated for so many years.
Under everyone's attention, Futu Xuan revealed a smile on his face as he swept his gaze around and his aged voice resounded, "Today is a grand occasion of my Ancient Buddha Clan, and I thank everyone for coming."
Hearing Futu Xuan's words, everyone returned the greeting.
With Futu Xuan's strength, he could definitely be ranked amongst the top in the Great Thousand World. He was someone that stood at the pinnacle of the Great Thousand World.
After a round of pleasantries, Futu Xuan returned to the stage and looked at the nineteen silhouettes before he solemnly said, "The Bloodline Competition will begin now. If you guys want to retain your position, then bring out your ability. Otherwise, you can only give your position to someone else."
"Yes!"
The nineteen figures with extraordinary auras replied after hearing the First Elder's words. In the next instant, they turned into light figures that shot out explosively. Finally, they landed on the many jade platforms on the main peak.
At the same time, nineteen boundless Spiritual Energies wreaked havoc between the heavens and earth.
"The Bloodline Competition officially begins!"
(To be continued.)