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Chapter 309: Midyear Competition and the Shadowplain Battlefield
Chapter 309: Midyear Competition and the Shadowplain Battlefield
"Since last year, the Yunyang Sect has been wanting to have their disciples spar with you.
During the year-end gathering in the capital, although you defeated Situ Sanping, the Yunyang Sect has never been convinced."
"Originally, Linhai Mansion had a close relationship with them, but due to this matter, they were directly suspected by the Yunyang Sect."
Ouyang Chuan looked at Su Chen, pausing in his speech.
"Externally, the Yunyang Sect has also been spreading rumors about you.
They say that Celestial Capital is trying to suppress them by promoting you, thereby diminishing their prestige."
Upon hearing this, Su Chen wasn't overly concerned; instead, he smiled.
"Then, this is a good opportunity to let them witness my strength.
To be honest, I didn't expect that after the year-end gathering in the capital, they would still have such doubts.
I wonder what those elders of the Yunyang Sect are thinking."
Hearing this, Ouyang Chuan also smiled helplessly.
"In the Yunyang Sect's claims, you are a disciple they expelled.
Would they believe that a disciple they expelled could achieve such accomplishments now? Even if they have some doubts, they will try their best to affirm their beliefs.
They are the top echelon of the Great Zhou's first sect and the highest-ranking warriors.
Admitting their mistake in judgment would have severe consequences for their authority and prestige.
In the future, will their subordinates still trust them as much? When they give orders, will their followers execute them without hesitation?"
Those in high positions rarely make mistakes.
And even more rarely do they admit their errors.
"The critical point of this matter lies here.
The slaying of the Earth Demon has already restored some of the Yunyang Sect's reputation.
This time, they want to take advantage of their victory and completely restore the sect's prestige.
When they target you, the Yunyang Sect will try to defeat you quickly.
They won't give you any chance to counterattack.
If others witness this, especially the Great Zhou citizens who don't know the truth, they might believe the Yunyang Sect's slander.
They might truly think that you were artificially promoted by Celestial Capital."
"If they can defeat me so easily, then I'd believe I was indeed overhyped by the sect."
Su Chen didn't seem to care much about this, and Ouyang Chuan's expression turned more solemn.
"Don't be arrogant; the Grand Elder and the others are worried about this.
The Yunyang Sect's geniuses are far superior to Situ Sanping.
To be honest, the elders and I all hope that you can further refine yourself.
You are not as empty and shallow as the Yunyang Sect claims.
We can see your talent and potential; in just over a year, you've reached the Seventh Stage Profound Realm.
You, my child, deserve the title of Celestial Prodigy.
With a bit more time, you won't lag behind Fu Jianyun and Liu Xingwan.
At least, no one will doubt you, saying that we are boasting about you."
Hearing this, Su Chen finally understood why they hadn't mentioned the midyear competition to him at all.
The Grand Elder and the others genuinely didn't want him to participate.
"But this time, the Yunyang Sect has indeed presented us with a challenge.
This year's midyear competition is not just about resources and rewards.
It's also related to the qualification to enter the Shadowplain Battlefield."
Ouyang Chuan looked at Su Chen, feeling that he was most likely unaware of the Shadowplain Battlefield.
After all, Su Chen was previously just a low-ranking disciple in the Yunyang Sect, and he might not have even heard of this.
Before Su Chen could ask, Ouyang Chuan began explaining.
"The Jin State extends northwestward, where there's a battlefield spanning over two hundred li.
That battlefield is likely the real frontline between humans and demons."
This place is known as the Shadowplain Battlefield.
To the south of the Shadowplain Battlefield lies the Great Zhou and Jin States, two major powers.
Apart from these two great nations, the other smaller countries are also unable to stop the invasions of demons from this region."
Upon hearing this, Su Chen was also taken by surprise.
"Mr. Ouyang, is the wilderness behind the Shadowplain Battlefield very different from the wilderness here?"
"The current understanding is that beyond the Shadowplain Battlefield lies the true habitat of demons.
Demons from other places are forced to migrate due to their overwhelming numbers.
In the Shadowplain Battlefield, Earth Demons are a very common type of demon."
Upon hearing this, Su Chen immediately understood.
The Yunyang Sect's slaying of an Earth Demon can significantly restore their reputation.
Even the bones and skin of Earth Demons can be offered as gifts to the Imperial Court.
However, in the Shadowplain Battlefield, Earth Demons are quite common.
That place is indeed not ordinary.
Su Chen's mind quickly formed a mental map of the continent.
Small countries like Great Zhou are actually scattered around the outskirts of Jin and Chu States.
The biggest challenge is still shouldered by the two major powers.
Strong cultivators like Autumn Frost from Jin State indeed enjoy superior cultivation resources.
However, the dangers they face far surpass those encountered by warriors from other nations.
"Are we sending our younger generation to the Shadowplain Battlefield to search for some items?"
After hearing about the situation in the Shadowplain Battlefield, Su Chen also had some speculations.
Sending the younger generation to such a place is definitely not for slaying demons.
"Yes, just as you thought.
The Shadowplain Battlefield didn't appear in recent years; it is said to be a battlefield where humans and demons have clashed for thousands of years.
Countless warriors have perished there.
Countless treasures, martial arts, and artifacts have been lost there.
Not only humans, but many Heaven Demons also carry precious items.
When they perish, these treasures often fall into the Shadowplain Battlefield.
You are being sent there to search for these items.
Whoever finds them can bring them back directly to their sect.
The Cloud Stride Technique you cultivated before was brought back by a senior from Celestial Capital from the Shadowplain Battlefield.
Su Chen's ability to discern demons is indeed extraordinary, making him very suitable for the Shadowplain Battlefield. For you, it might be a significant opportunity for cultivation."
The Grand Elder and the others hope that Su Chen will participate in the Shadowplain Battlefield and give up the Midyear Competition.
However, what they didn't expect was that the qualification for the Shadowplain Battlefield would be determined by the Midyear Competition.
Su Chen didn't have much to hesitate about.
He directly told Mr. Ouyang that he was willing to participate.
If he wanted to take a step forward, there were some things he couldn't avoid or escape.
To ensure a better and more relaxed life for himself and those around him, he needed to face these challenges head-on.
Moreover, he had so many heavenly destinies within him that the Shadowplain Battlefield was far less dangerous for him than for others.
Additionally, he had some small aspirations in his heart.
Although it might not be realistic, he also wanted to try and see if he could catch up to Autumn Frost.
After making his decision, Ouyang Chuan and Su Chen went together to the side hall.
They conveyed their decision to Zhenren Shangxuan and the others.
Yunyang Sect.
Many disciples were also preparing for this year's Midyear Competition.
The sect's leadership was paying extra attention to this year's competition as the Yunyang Sect's reputation had suffered and needed to be restored.
Even if Su Chen ultimately didn't participate, the disciples of the Yunyang Sect still needed to put on an impressive performance.
They wanted to leave the people of Great Zhou in awe.
Chapter End.
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