Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World novel Chapter 1277

Chapter 1277: Chapter 662: Endure It (Part 2)

At this moment, the first round of qualification screening was already more than halfway through.

The huge Light Gate in the center of the square was continuously ejecting those who were disqualified.

Those who passed gathered on the other side, their faces showing expressions of excitement or relief.

"At this rate, I estimate the first round will end by nightfall."

Gu Sheng looked at the contestants still lined up in a long queue and murmured to himself.

"There are fewer people this year; it usually takes two days for the first round to finish."

A clear voice came from behind them.

Gu Sheng and Ling Xiao turned around simultaneously to see a tall man sword-bearing, with starry eyes and sword-like eyebrows.

The man wore white clothes, with a smooth as Ruyu Token hanging from his waist, carved with the words "Huatian."

"I am Liang Yu, from the Huatian Sect."

The man clasped his fists in greeting, his movements graceful and natural.

Gu Sheng’s eyes held wariness, but he showed no expression.

"Qing Feng, a Loose Cultivator."

"Ling Xiao, also a Loose Cultivator!"

Ling Xiao enthusiastically extended his hand, almost stuffing the half-eaten Spirit Fruit into Liang Yu’s hand, quickly retracting it, and wiping his hand before extending it again.

Liang Yu was amused by the action and jovially shook his hand.

"Both of you are impressive and will surely make it into Qinghe Holy Land smoothly."

Gu Sheng did not have a good first impression of the friendly Huatian Sect Disciple, but Ling Xiao had already draped an arm over Liang Yu’s shoulder.

"Liang, right? You just said it takes two days in previous years; you must be quite familiar with this place?"

Liang Yu laughed.

"This is my third time participating. The first two times I stopped at the second round, but I’ve prepared thoroughly this time."

As he spoke, he lowered his voice.

"I see you both are unfamiliar faces, probably your first time here? How about I explain the rules and details?"

Gu Sheng was about to politely decline, but Ling Xiao was already nodding repeatedly.

"Sure, sure, I was just worried about having no one to guide me!"

Liang Yu glanced around and led them to a less crowded corner.

"The first round takes the most time and eliminates the most people; the second round requires passing arrays set by Qinghe Holy Land, the ten quickest entrants make it to the third round..."

As Liang Yu explained, Gu Sheng gradually lowered his guard.

This Huatian Sect Disciple was indeed knowledgeable about the competition, even knowing some unknown details thoroughly.

"...the third round is a competition between the three plazas, selecting representatives to participate in the match, and ten spots are distributed based on points."

Liang Yu finished speaking and retrieved two Jade Scrolls from his Storage Bag.

"Here are the notes I compiled, a gift for you both."

Gu Sheng accepted the Jade Scroll, scanned it with his Divine Sense, and found the content detailed, including solutions to various arrays recorded.

His heart moved, and he cupped his hands in thanks.

"Thank you, Liang; we will remember this favor."

Ling Xiao directly gave Liang Yu a bear hug.

"You’re great, Liang! Once we enter the Holy Land, I’ll treat you to drinks!"

Liang Yu felt a bit awkward from his enthusiasm, was about to speak, when his expression suddenly changed, and he swiftly looked skyward.

Gu Sheng and Ling Xiao simultaneously sensed something amiss; they saw a dozen streaks of light breaking through the sky, mighty Spiritual Pressure enveloping the entire square.

"It’s Inner Sect Disciples from Qinghe Holy Land!"

Liang Yu’s voice tightened.

Those figures stood on Spirit Swords, their robes fluttering, arriving above the square in an instant.

Leading them was a man in teal clothing, his face stern, with a Purple Gold Token hanging from his waist, shining brightly in the sun.

"Ordered by the elders, I’ve come to observe the selection."

The teal-clothed man’s voice was not loud, yet it clearly reached everyone’s ears, carrying an indisputable authority.

The square buzzed with astonishment.

These Inner Sect Disciples stood in the air, looking down on the contestants with eyes full of disdain.

One female disciple even pinched her nose and frowned, as if unable to bear the stench below.

"Acting so high and mighty!"

A shirtless man shouted angrily, his muscles bulging.

"Come down and spar if you dare!"

The teal-clothed man coldly glanced at him.

"Are you even worthy?"

"You!"

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