The tense atmosphere gradually dissipated after the two left.
Those who had come to watch the excitement also lost interest and went about their own business.
However, everyone was anticipating whether Xu Chuan, who had offended so many people, could survive this grand competition.
Some quick-witted individuals had even set up betting pools, predicting Xu Chuan's chances of survival.
Most of the participants, however, bet on Xu Chuan's death.
The odds reached a terrifying 9:1!
After all, many of them were not very familiar with Xu Chuan.
They had only heard rumors about his achievements, and very few had witnessed them firsthand. kuAiδugg
As for those who harbored animosity towards Xu Chuan, they were much more informed!
Jiang Ming alone had greatly boosted their confidence.
Coupled with the other top prodigies, who were incredibly powerful, Xu Chuan's chances of winning were minuscule.
It was basically impossible for him to survive!
Therefore, in their eyes, betting on Xu Chuan's death was a sure bet.
This time, they would make a fortune!
However, their actions were met with disdain from a portion of the crowd.
"These fools have no idea how terrifying Xu Chuan is!"
"Betting on Xu Chuan to live is the only correct choice!"
"A few commoners trying to kill him? What a joke!"
"They're just sending us money!"
This small group of people unhesitatingly bet their entire fortunes on Xu Chuan's survival.
Most of them were martial artists from the Eastern Domain.
There were also some who had entered the Emperor's Tomb before and participated in the scramble for its opportunities.
They had personally witnessed Xu Chuan's might.
They knew the terrifying extent of Xu Chuan's strength!
Furthermore, and not only that.
The fleeting pressure Xu Chuan had just exuded further boosted their confidence!
Because they could clearly sense that Xu Chuan was even stronger than when he was in the Emperor's Tomb!
While marveling at Xu Chuan's rapid progress, they also wanted to make a substantial profit from it!
Xu Chuan, standing nearby, also saw this scene.
He did not step forward to stop them, nor did he choose to place a bet.
At this point, such small gains were beneath his notice.
The various rare heavenly materials, spirit stones, and even weapons in his storage ring were enough to easily establish a powerful sect.
Moreover, as the Holy Son of Taiyi Holy Land, what couldn't the Holy Land provide for him?
In essence, there was nothing.
Therefore, he did not even give these spirit stones a second thought.
It was simply beneath him.
Xu Chuan was currently chatting with Cui Jiang and Gu Zhen, discussing matters concerning the Void Immortal Realm.
Xu Chuan and Cui Jiang were novices, but Gu Zhen was not.
As a peak expert at the ninth level of the Heavenly King realm, he had traveled extensively throughout the Profound Heavens in addition to his cultivation.
His knowledge of the Profound Heavens far surpassed theirs, and he was able to provide Xu Chuan and Cui Jiang with a considerable amount of useful information and insights.
"Senior Brother Xu!"
Just as their discussion was reaching its peak,
a voice filled with surprise echoed and reached Xu Chuan's ears.
The voice was so pleasant and melodious,
like a skylark perched on a branch.
Xu Chuan turned his head towards the sound and saw the distinctive flying ship of the Great Wei Dynasty approaching from afar.
Before it even reached Xu Chuan, Ning Youci leaped from it, a smile on her face, and threw herself into Xu Chuan's arms.
Colliding with him with full force.
"Senior Brother Xu, I missed you so much!"
Her voice muffled as her head was buried in Xu Chuan's chest.
She uttered these words, paying no heed to the attendants of the Great Wei Dynasty behind her, nor the martial artists in the vicinity.
"You've finally arrived, Youci. I've been waiting for you for a long time."
Xu Chuan smiled gently, tightening his embrace around the beauty in his arms.
"Mhm, I was delayed a little on the way, otherwise I would have definitely caught up with Senior Brother Xu."
Ning Youci explained softly.
She and Xu Chuan had already agreed to meet at this Five Regions Grand Competition.
Now, their reunion had finally come to fruition!
Originally, she had planned to come with Xu Chuan.
Who would have thought that Xu Chuan would enter the Origin Water World and then, by chance, end up in the Southern Domain.
This led to their missing each other.
During this long period, she had not been idle; she had been diligently cultivating.
Now, she was no longer the same as before!
She had, in a sense, fulfilled her previous promise.
After coming out of seclusion, she immediately traveled to the Central Domain.
Her sole purpose was to see the figure who occupied her every thought!
"Senior Brother Xu, look, what's different about me compared to before?"
Ning Youci broke free from Xu Chuan's embrace and stood before him, speaking in a sweet voice.
"Oh? Then I must take a good look!"
Xu Chuan said softly, a smile on his face.
Then, the system activated.
Ning Youci's script appeared before his eyes.
Even if Ning Youci hadn't said anything, he had intended to see what changes had occurred in her after such a long absence.
[Name: Ning Youci]
[Realm: Heavenly King Realm, Third Level]
[Talent: Unparalleled in the World]
[Destiny: Daughter of Destiny (Gold), Lunar Goddess (Gold), Stunningly Beautiful (Gold), Brings Luck to Self (Gold), Great Fortune (Gold)]
[Divine Abilities: Lunar Descent, Goddess True Body]
[Life Script: One of the heroines of "Defying Fate"]
[Life Trajectory: Deviated from original trajectory, currently untraceable!]
[Affection: 99 (Unwavering until death)]
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Ning Youci had fully utilized her talent.
Her cultivation had directly reached the third level of the Heavenly King realm!
She had gained another golden destiny, just like her sister Xu Xingli.
And her life script had even become one of the heroines whose script he possessed!
Her life trajectory had also become untraceable.
This was somewhat beyond Xu Chuan's expectations.
However, Xu Chuan quickly understood.
He and Ning Youci had already consummated their relationship, and it was natural for the script to change in such a way.
The new function of the system would naturally encompass everyone related to him.
"Not bad. To reach the third level of the Heavenly King realm in such a short period, your effort is evident!"
Xu Chuan pretended to observe her for a moment before praising her.
"Ah, you noticed!"
"Senior Brother Xu is truly amazing!"
Ning Youci exclaimed in surprise.
At this moment, she displayed the demeanor of a young maiden.
This utterly astonished the guards behind her.
When had they ever seen Ning Youci act like this?
It was completely inconsistent with her status as the Grand Princess of Great Wei!
"Alright, stop fooling around, so many people are watching!"
Xu Chuan smiled, gently stroking Ning Youci's hair, and reminded her.
After Xu Chuan's reminder, Ning Youci finally came to her senses.
She looked up at the surrounding martial artists, and at the guards behind her with their mouths agape.
Instantly, a blush of embarrassment appeared on her delicate face.
Then, she buried her head in Xu Chuan's chest again, her voice barely a whisper, "Senior Brother Xu didn't remind me earlier, I'm so embarrassed!"
"Hahaha!"
Seeing her like this, Xu Chuan laughed even louder.
Meanwhile, on the side of Taiyi Holy Land, Cui Jiang and Gu Zhen wore knowing smiles.
"As expected of the Holy Son, he has even managed to capture the Grand Princess of the Great Wei Dynasty!"
Gu Zhen mused inwardly.
He knew that earlier, he had accompanied Xu Chuan to Yaochi Holy Land regarding the matter between him and Su Miaoyin.
He hadn't expected there to be another princess from the Great Wei Dynasty.