A gasp of surprise rippled through the crowd.
Some cultivators familiar with Qian Zheng had already anticipated this scene.
"It seems he hasn't done his homework. Qian Zheng's treasure can store formations. If he uses it in battle, it's like a high-level formation master has set up a formation and is waiting for you to walk into it."
"Yes, if Lu Wenxing knew anything about him, he wouldn't have dared to challenge Qian Zheng like that. Qian Zheng's twelfth place on the Prodigy Ranking is no joke."
"To be honest, Lu Wenxing is quite skilled. In a one-on-one fight without any external assistance, Qian Zheng might not be a match for Lu Wenxing."
"Being able to acquire treasures is a skill in itself. Why can't others get such treasures? So, for us cultivators, opportunities and luck are part of our strength."
"However, this competition is probably the one with the biggest level gap we've ever seen. It's commendable that someone who isn't on the list dared to challenge the twelfth-ranked person, regardless of the outcome."
"It's more like recklessness and impulsiveness; they don't know their own limitations!"
"I wonder what kind of formation Qian Zheng has prepared this time."
...
Shi Xuan immediately thought of the sect's treasure that was lost in the Luoyin Sect. It was very similar to Qian Zheng's item. Both of them could store formations in advance, and even people of low level could release high-level formations.
Before she could think any further, a flash of white light appeared on the field, and Lu Wenxing had already fallen into the formation set up by Qian Zheng.
Lu Wenxing knew nothing about formations. Now he was trapped in the formation and could not find a way to break out.
The outcome was already predetermined. The formation had been formed, and Lu Wenxing would not be able to break it. Furthermore, Qian Zheng's cultivation level was a whole grade higher than his, leaving him with absolutely no room for maneuver.
Shi Xuan stared at Qian Zheng from afar, paying close attention to his every subtle action.
After trapping Lu Wenxing, Qian Zheng's eyes flashed with a fierce light, and he narrowed his eyes, revealing an extremely ruthless expression. He looked at Lu Wenxing with gritted teeth and deep resentment.
He forcefully swung his hand into the formation, and the formation under his control immediately reacted, creating several huge rocks that hurtled towards Lu Wenxing.
Judging from his posture, he had the ruthlessness of someone facing a mortal enemy and determined to kill them.
The onlookers gasped in shock; clearly, they hadn't expected Qian Zheng to be so ruthless in the arena.
Although the battles can sometimes get too intense and cause injuries to opponents, here, since this place is called the Outer Realm Arena, there is no deep-seated hatred to fight to the death. Usually, the two sides stop when they have a point, but sometimes the battles get so intense that the opponents are injured.
However, there are very few instances where someone has already trapped their opponent and achieved victory, yet still seeks to kill them.
So, what Shi Xuan's team said about the Hongmeng team's character might actually be true. Judging from Qian Zheng's fierce appearance, he probably wants to take revenge on them in this training ground.
Shi Xuan had already rushed into the arena and shouted, "Stop!"
But at that moment, the boulder had already fallen, hurtling straight toward Lu Wenxing.
By the time Lu Wenxing discovered it, it was already right in front of him.
Lu Wenxing reacted extremely quickly, swiftly activating the defensive artifact that Shi Xuan had given him.
The defensive artifact erected a protective shield for Lu Wenxing. The boulders struck the shield, causing it to glow with golden light, thus protecting him from most of the damage.
However, a small portion of the impact still hit Lu Wenxing directly.
The boulder contained extremely strong offensive spiritual power. When it hit Lu Wenxing, he was so badly injured that he coughed up a mouthful of blood.
However, he was currently in the middle of the formation and couldn't find anyone to counterattack.
Lu Wenxing himself felt that it would be difficult to win, but it wasn't the final moment yet, so he still wanted to try. He concentrated his spiritual power and attacked one side of the formation, but as expected, there was no reaction at all.
At this moment, Shi Xuan had already arrived in front of Qian Zheng. Qian Zheng saw her enter the fighting area, narrowed his eyes, snorted coldly, and said, "Don't you understand the rules of this martial arts arena? Our fight isn't over yet, and he hasn't conceded defeat. What are you doing here!"
Shi Xuan laughed and said, "Look at what you're saying. For you, this competition is only about winning and losing. I remember there's a rule about intruders in the Heavenly Pride Ranking. If anyone on either side tries to break in to help, they will automatically be judged as the loser. I'm Lu Wenxing's captain. If I break in now, he doesn't need to admit defeat. According to the rules, he has already lost, right?"
Qian Zheng glared at Shi Xuan resentfully, unable to utter a rebuttal.
The competition on the Heavenly Pride Ranking has this rule. Qian Zheng thought that as newcomers, they wouldn't pay attention to this, but he didn't expect Xuan to be so thoughtful and read all the rules.
At this point, Qian Zheng had no reason to make a move. If he were to act rashly again, the nature of the conflict would change, and it would no longer be a contest but a private fight.
But this left Qian Zheng feeling choked up. He could have taught this arrogant brat a lesson.
"People from small places are just not up to par. It's just a competition, yet they have to bring people on stage. They're probably still immature!"
The fight didn't go through, but it was good to give them a few sarcastic remarks. I've been taken advantage of by this messy little team several times lately, and I'm really annoyed.
"Petty and narrow-minded," Shi Xuan retorted without backing down, smiling as he said, "To resort to such underhanded tactics when fighting someone a whole level below you, thinking you're really powerful just because you have an array plate, what a big face you have. Are all people from big places like this? I guess I'll just stay in my little place then."
"You!" Shi Xuan's words made Qian Zheng's face turn red with anger. He hated nothing more than being called short or incompetent. His face flushed red all the way to his neck as he roared, "Don't worry about what methods I use or whether I beat you all to a pulp! Your whole team is nothing but trash, yet you dare to challenge me! Every single one of you, if you come here, you'll all have to crawl on your knees!"
Although the audience did not entirely approve of Qian Zheng's character, what he said was not entirely wrong.
The cultivation world is a place where strength reigns supreme. Those with ability naturally command more respect and are more easily trusted. Shi Xuan's team, however, suffers from a fatal flaw: their lack of strength.
But then, someone on the sidelines suddenly spoke up: "Qian Yuan Continent, Lianfeng Sword Sect, you'd better not team up with us. Lu Shenzhi hereby challenges Qian Zheng."
"You decide when the battle will begin."
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