In the vast territory of the Northern Spiritual Realm, all sorts of big and small things were commonplace. Many of them were difficult to attract people's interest. However, there was one event that had always been one of the rare grand events within the Northern Spiritual Realm.
That was the Northern Spiritual Academy's Entry Battle. In this Entry Battle, it would determine the ownership of the "Five Great Academies".
In the eyes of all the forces within the Northern Spiritual Realm, the Five Great Academies were an unfathomable colossus. They could not imagine how terrifying their strength and background were. The only thing they knew was that in the eyes of the Five Great Academies, they might not even be considered as ants.
Because of this, almost everyone tried to let their children enter the colossus. They knew that as long as they entered the Five Great Academies, their achievements would be far beyond ordinary people.
Although the Northern Spiritual Realm was considered vast, compared to the endless Great Thousand World, it could only be considered as a slightly remote place. If they wanted to truly experience the wonders of the Great Thousand World, they could only pass through the broad road known as the Five Great Academies.
Therefore, whenever the Northern Spiritual Academy's "Entry Battle" was held, the Northern Spiritual City would become the most dazzling and lively place within the entire Northern Spiritual Realm. Even the Territory Lords of the Nine Territories would personally come. This was because this was an extremely important event for them.
As long as their children were able to stand out in the Entry Battle and obtain a spot, it would be enough for them to gain a lot of face and enjoy the envious gazes of others.
This comfortable feeling wasn't something that could be obtained by expanding their territory.
Today's Northern Spiritual City was undoubtedly in a state of extreme expansion. Within the huge city, there was a sea of people and all sorts of noises gathered together.
It soared into the sky and spread far away. It could be heard within a hundred mile radius.
The Entry Battle's venue was set in the Northern Spiritual Plaza in the Northwest District of the Northern Spiritual City. This was the most spacious place within the Northern Spiritual City and it could accommodate hundreds of thousands of people.
However, this vast venue had already been occupied by a sea of people.
As far as the eye could see, the black sea of people had spread to the limit. Even the towering buildings around the plaza were filled with figures.
Within the plaza, all of the Northern Spiritual Academy's students were gathered there.
Their faces were filled with excitement. Wasn't the reason why they came to the Northern Spiritual Academy to train in hopes that they would one day have the qualifications to participate in this competition?
Although they were still lacking in maturity, they could take the opportunity to observe and assess just how powerful some of the students who had the qualifications to participate were.
There were some conspicuous special seats in front of the Northern Spiritual Square.
At this moment, the seats were filled with figures. Every single one of those figures had extraordinary auras and vigorous Spiritual Energy.
As his eyes swept around, a majestic aura was revealed. It was the Nine Territory Lord of the Northern Spiritual Realm!
"Haha, Brother Mu.
You're really early this time. I heard that Mu Chen is also going to participate this time, right?
I haven't seen that kid for a long time.
But I heard from Qian 'er that he's very powerful now? "
Vigorous laughter resounded from the front seats. Several people looked over and saw a square-faced middle-aged man with a smile on his face. Everyone recognized him. The Tang Region Lord, Tang Shan.
Mu Feng also smiled as he cupped his hands towards Tang Shan and said: "What's so great about that kid? He just likes to show off in front of girls."
The relationship between Mu Feng and Tang Shan was quite good. Although the two territories were not allies, there was quite a bit of cooperation between them.
"Qian 'er just broke through to the Spiritual Rotation Stage a few days ago. I wonder if she'll be able to pass this time."
Tang Shan was a bit worried. Although Tang Qian 'er's talent was quite good, the people who were able to participate in the Entry Competition were all outstanding individuals within the same generation. It wouldn't be easy for her to win.
"Ohoho, I heard that there's also a seeded-in entry this time. This is the first time that the Northern Spiritual Academy has obtained it after so many years. There's no hope for Qian 'er. Let's see if that kid, Mu Chen, is fine." Tang Shan did not say much about this. Instead, he changed the topic and smiled.
Mu Feng smiled. Just when he was about to speak, an indifferent voice came from nearby: "The Liu Territory has reserved the seeded-in entry. We didn't leave a spot for anyone else."
Mu Feng turned his head and glanced at the indifferent Liu Qingtian. He smiled faintly and said: "It's not like you're queuing up to do business. Why would you care about the reservation?"
"Then I was wrong. Your Mu Territory has no hope for the seeded-in entry." Liu Qingtian glanced at Mu Feng and said.
"You're too full of yourself. If you can't take it back, wouldn't you lose face?" Mu Feng smiled.
"Then let's see who will lose face."
Liu Qingtian sneered. A cold glint flashed through his eyes. You can pretend now. Let's see if you can still laugh when your son is beaten half to death by Mu Bai.
The other Territory Lords saw that Mu Feng and Liu Qingtian were opposing each other, but they did not join in. They knew that the Mu Territory and the Liu Territory weren't on good terms. Although there were people who didn't like the Liu Territory's overbearing behavior, the Liu Territory was the strongest force within the Northern Spiritual Realm. If it wasn't necessary, they wouldn't want to offend them.
Mu Feng retracted his gaze from Liu Qingtian's body. It was obvious that there was no use in saying these words. Although he knew that Liu Mubai was quite powerful, was his son an ordinary person?
Dong!
After the clamor within the Northern Spiritual Square lasted for half an hour, a deep bell finally rang out. Then, it spread out of the Northern Spiritual Square and echoed throughout the entire city.
As the bell rang out, countless gazes immediately turned towards the direction of the Northern Spiritual Square Lord. Four figures slowly appeared. The one in front was Principal Xiao of the Northern Spiritual Academy. Behind him, Teacher Mo and Teacher Xi followed closely. The fourth person was an unfamiliar old man. He seemed to be a bit lazy. Even when his gaze swept past the Nine Territory Lords, he did not pay any attention to them.
"Ohoho, thank you everyone for coming today. We can be considered as old acquaintances. I won't say any unnecessary words. Otherwise, I might annoy you." Principal Xiao cupped his hands in the direction of the Nine Territory Lords and said with a smile.
Seeing this, Mu Feng and the others quickly cupped their fists and returned the greeting. Although Dean Xiao was extremely low-key within the Northern Spiritual Realm, no forces dared to underestimate him. Not to mention the Northern Spiritual Academy's neutral status, even if his strength was placed within the Nine Territory Lords, there wouldn't be more than three people that could surpass him.
"Of course, I would like to introduce the referee of the Northern Spiritual Academy's Entry Battle. All the rules will be decided by him."
Principal Xiao cupped his hands towards the lazy old man beside him and immediately smiled: "Everyone, this is Mister Hao from the Five Great Academies. He will be the one supervising the Entry Battle this time."
"From the Five Great Academies?"
When Mu Feng and the others heard this, they were slightly surprised. They hurriedly stood up and cupped their hands towards the old man. Those that came from the Five Great Academies were not easy to deal with. They could not be underestimated.
Mu Feng could sense that this ordinary-looking old man's strength was quite tyrannical. He was definitely not weaker than him.
The old man known as Mister Hao only nodded towards Mu Feng and the others. His attitude was not too polite, but the Nine Territory Lords could only let out a hollow laugh. The latter's background from the Five Great Academies was enough to crush them.
"Let's begin." Mister Hao nodded towards Principal Xiao and said.
When Principal Xiao heard this, he also smiled. Then, his gaze swept across the audience. His voice was wrapped in dense Spiritual Energy and resounded in everyone's ears. "There are a total of thirteen people in this Entry Battle.
"There are a total of thirteen people in this competition, five from the East Campus and seven from the West Campus. There are five ordinary places and one seeded place. The twelve people will fight six battles, and the winner will obtain the ordinary place. Of course, if anyone still wants to obtain the seeded place, they can challenge again. The final winner will obtain the seeded place." Dean Xiao looked at the students from the East and West Campuses and said, "Is there a problem?"
"No!"
"That's good. The students that are going to participate in the Entry Battle, come up!"
Just as Principal Xiao's voice sounded out, a commotion could be heard from the direction of the East and West Halls. After which, many figures flashed out and landed on the ground in high spirits under countless envious gazes.
"Brother Mu, do your best. Fight for the Seeded Entry!" On the East Branch's side, Su Ling, Tan Qingshan and the others shouted excitedly.
Mu Chen smiled and waved at them.
"Seeded Entry?
I'm afraid that you don't have the qualifications. "On the opposite side, Liu Mubai tilted his head slightly and stared coldly at Mu Chen as he said softly.
"Whether I'm qualified or not, won't we know after we try?" Mu Chen smiled and said.
"You think you're qualified to try with Brother Liu?"
Beside Liu Mubai, a youth sneered. He was Chen Tong, the one who had some conflict with Mu Chen in the Northern Spiritual Field. However, the current him seemed to have broken through to the Spiritual Rotation Stage due to Teacher Xi's training. This undoubtedly caused his confidence to soar. When facing Mu Chen, he no longer had the fear from before.
Mu Chen only glanced at Chen Tong and ignored him. A guy that had just broken through to the Spiritual Rotation Stage was not worthy of his attention.
When Chen Tong saw that Mu Chen had directly ignored him, he gritted his teeth in hatred. He thought that if he were to meet this guy later, he would definitely teach him a lesson.
"For this Entry Battle, we will follow the old rules. Draw lots to determine the opponent."
Principal Xiao waved his hand and someone ran up with a bucket of bamboo lots. Mu Chen and the rest also extended their hands and each of them drew a lot.
When they saw that they had drawn lots, countless gazes were cast over. This intense Entry Battle was about to begin.
(Here's the second update!
With such hard work and such an update speed, I can't help but vote for me. Where's everyone?)