81: Chapter 81 Grand Competition Rewards

Fairy Qingling clapped her hands gently, and the crisp sound, amplified by Spiritual Qi, clearly spread throughout the entire martial arts plaza.

Following Fairy Qingling's applause, seven Disciples dressed in cyan deacon robes walked out one after another from behind the high platform. Each of them held a simple sandalwood tray, covered with white silk.

The seven deacons walked slowly to the edge of the high platform, lined up, and placed the trays they were holding steadily.

Fairy Qingling walked slowly to the side of the trays and introduced each prize in detail: "Disciples, please look. Inside these seven trays are all the rewards for this Sect Competition. Depending on your ranking, the quantity and access rights to the rewards you can choose will vary. I hope everyone will give their all and fight for your own Opportunity."

She raised her hand, signaling the Disciples to look at the first tray, and said softly: "Inside the first tray is a foundation establishment pill. This pill is a supreme treasure for Cultivators at the Foundation Establishment stage to break through their Bottleneck. Its medicinal power is rich and can greatly increase the probability of a Foundation Establishment, making it a treasure that countless Qi Refining stage Disciples dream of."

As her voice fell, the Disciples below exclaimed instantly. Many Disciples at the Late Stage of the Qi Refining stage had a flash of fanaticism in their eyes.

The preciousness of the foundation establishment pill went without saying. For Disciples who had been stuck at the Level 10 Qi Refining Stage for a long time and found it difficult to achieve a Breakthrough, this Medicinal Pill was an Opportunity to change their destiny.

Fairy Qingling nodded slightly and continued to introduce the second tray: "The second tray contains a Low Grade Magical Artifact long sword. The sword body is forged from millennium black iron and engraved with gathering Spiritual Qi runes. It can amplify a Cultivator's Spiritual Qi and is extremely sharp, sufficient to handle duels between Qi Refining stage and even Early Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators."

"The third tray contains a copy of the 'Heavenly Sword Technique.' This is a Low Grade Cultivation Technique. Once Cultivated, it can increase the Speed of absorbing Spiritual Qi."

"On the fourth tray is a spirit-gathering cushion. This cushion is woven from Spiritual Plant, containing rich Spiritual Qi. It can accelerate a Cultivator's Cultivation Speed. When meditating, it can gather surrounding Spiritual Qi, achieving twice the result with half the effort. It is an essential item for Cultivation."

"Inside the fifth tray is this token."

The token was simple in appearance, dark gold in color. Its surface was carved with fine, intricate patterns. The patterns were blurry, as if eroded by time, yet they still lingered with a faint spiritual light. It was warm to the touch, and even from a distance, one could feel the extraordinary aura emanating from it; it was definitely not forged from ordinary iron.

"As for the specific function of this token, to be honest, I am not very clear either," Fairy Qingling said frankly, without any concealment. "When the predecessors of the Sect left this token behind, they did not leave many records. It is only known that it is definitely not an ordinary token."

"The sixth tray contains a Low Grade Magical Artifact long saber. Like the long sword in the second tray, it is also a Low Grade Magical Artifact. The blade is thick and powerful, suitable for Disciples who prefer saber techniques. When fighting, it can split mountains and crack rocks, possessing great lethality."

When introducing the seventh tray, Fairy Qingling's tone deepened slightly, and a hint of solemnity flashed in her eyes: "Inside the seventh tray is a key to the Sect treasury. With this key, you can enter the Heavenly Sword Sect treasury and choose any one treasure. Inside the treasury, there are high-level Magical Artifacts, rare Medicinal Pills, and ancient Cultivation Technique fragments. It holds infinite Opportunities and is the most precious reward of this Sect Competition."

"Wow—" This sentence exploded like a thunderclap over the martial arts plaza. All the Disciples were completely stirred up, their eyes filled with fanaticism and longing, accompanied by discussions and exclamations.

The key to the Sect treasury! Choosing any one treasure! Such a reward was something even Inner Sect Disciples had never dared to dream of. Many Disciples clenched their fists, their fighting spirit completely ignited, wishing they could immediately rush onto the stage to compete for this supreme Opportunity.

A flash of fanaticism also crossed Li Hu's eyes, but he quickly concealed it.

Fairy Qingling raised her hand, signaling the Disciples to quiet down, and continued: "Disciples, do not be impatient. Next, I will explain the selection rules for the rewards. Please remember them clearly."

"In this Sect Competition, the first place can choose any three of these seven rewards, including the Sect treasury key.

"The second place can choose any two rewards;

"The third and fourth places can each choose one reward."

Fairy Qingling's voice was clear and firm. "As for the other Disciples in the top sixteen, they can directly obtain Inner Sect qualifications and will also receive basic rewards such as Spirit Stones and healing Medicinal Pills, but they are not qualified to choose these seven core treasures."

"All Disciples participating in the Sect Competition will receive a reward of twenty Spirit Sand!"

As her voice fell, the Disciples below became even more excited.

Lin Hao held his head high, his face full of pride. For him, the top three was effortless. With the championship in hand, he could choose any three rewards. He had already decided to take the foundation establishment pill, the Sect treasury key, and that Low Grade Magical Artifact long sword.

On the high platform, Sect Leader Xuanyangzi watched the high-spirited Disciples below, a gratified smile on his face. He spoke in a steady tone: "Junior Sister Qingling has finished announcing the rewards. The Opportunity is before you, and the rules are clear. Disciples, give it your all!"

Looking at the seven rewards on the high platform, Qin Changsheng's mind began to think rapidly.

First, he must obtain the foundation establishment pill, as he could only successfully achieve Foundation Establishment with it.

Immediately after, he must also obtain that key.

Only by entering the Heavenly Sword Sect treasury and obtaining the spirit suppressing pearl could he go to Qingyun Lake and get that secret treasure.

Qin Changsheng's gaze also looked at Li Hu and Chen Erniu.

He discovered that Li Hu's gaze was fixed on that key.

Chen Erniu's gaze, however, was fixed on the token, appearing very interested in it.

"Could that token be very special?" Qin Changsheng became curious as well.

He knew that Chen Erniu's identity was very special.

Otherwise, Manager Ma Yingjie could not possibly be so respectful to him.

At the same time, Lin Zhentian also stood up. He did not announce the start of the drawing, but instead looked at a deacon at the drawing location.

The deacon nodded slightly.

"All Disciples, please come forward to draw lots!" Lin Zhentian then announced loudly.

"I want to draw a good lot! Avoid those Inner Sect powerhouses!"

"I hope to draw a stage with fewer people so it will be easier to compete for the stage master position!"

"Don't push, don't push. Everyone has a chance, don't lose the Sect etiquette!"

"Wow—" As the voice fell, the plaza instantly boiled over, and many Disciples stepped forward to draw lots.

After more than an hour, the drawing ceremony ended.

Qin Changsheng also looked at his and Hu Nan's lots. He discovered that both he and Hu Nan were at the No. 13 Martial Arts Arena.

That cyan-robed deacon also secretly went to a hidden place.

Lin Zhentian was already waiting there.

"Hao'er, which stage are you on?" Lin Zhentian asked.

"Reporting to the Elder, Young Master Lin is at the No. 13 Martial Arts Arena!"

"The stage is full of low-level Disciples!"

"The highest cultivation is only at the Level 9 Qi Refining Stage!" the cyan-robed deacon replied.

"Good, well done!" Lin Zhentian nodded with satisfaction.

Although he believed his son, Lin Hao, could easily become the stage master.

But with his help, it would be even easier.

None of the people on the No. 13 Martial Arts Arena would ever be a match for his son, Lin Hao.

Once Lin Hao successfully broke through from the No. 13 Martial Arts Arena, he would arrange some weak opponents for Lin Hao.

Lin Hao winning the championship was only a matter of time.

Soon after, Sect Leader Xuanyangzi stood up, his gaze sweeping over the thousands of participating Disciples below: "I announce—the Heavenly Sword Sect Outer Sect Competition, officially begins!"

As Sect Leader Xuanyangzi announced the start of the Sect Competition, many Disciples rushed toward their respective stages.

Qin Changsheng slowly raised his eyes, silently observing the movements of the key figures on all sides, noting down their corresponding stage numbers one by one.

Under the No. 1 stage, Jiang Lijuan stood quietly.

Beside the No. 5 stage, Chen Erniu had a simple and honest face, mixed in with many Outer Sect Disciples.

Under the No. 6 stage, Li Hu had a gentle and kind smile on his face, talking to people in a low voice. His expression was natural, as if he were just an ordinary participating Disciple, looking forward to the start of the Sect Competition.

Beside the No. 15 stage, Elder Qingxuan's Disciple, Senior Brother Wu Yong, was already standing there.

And Lin Hao was standing at the No. 13 Martial Arts Arena. Even though his left arm was gone, it was still hard to hide the arrogance and pride on him.

Seeing Lin Hao standing under the No. 13 Martial Arts Arena, Qin Changsheng's eyes were full of strangeness.

He had not expected that Lin Hao's luck would be so poor.

He actually drew the same group as Hu Nan.