Time gradually passed, and the results of each team's matches began to appear.
It was unclear what Miao Yunxiao's intentions were, but before all the matches were concluded, a scroll displaying the rankings of each team had already appeared in mid-air.
First place, Wushen Domain, four wins out of five matches. Accumulated total points, nine.
Second place, Youyu Temple, two rounds were byes, accumulated points deducted by two, totaling eight.
Third place, Wangu Domain, two wins out of five matches. Accumulated total points, six.
Fourth place, Shengxu Domain, two wins out of five matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Fifth place, Zixiao Domain, two wins out of five matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Sixth place, Fucang Domain, two wins out of five matches. Accumulated total points, five.
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The top eight rankings had already appeared, with not much difference in scores. The remaining undecided rankings were due to ongoing matches.
Elder Mu Tian and others calculated that if Li Xuan could win, Tianyi Domain would have a total of seven points. This would not only secure Tianyi Domain's ranking but even elevate it to third place.
Even if Li Xuan lost, their Tianyi Domain would be able to maintain its top six ranking with six points.
Furthermore, the current rankings could only be finalized after Li Xuan's match against Xiao Chen concluded.
Therefore, the participants from various factions who had finished their matches now turned their attention to the arena where Li Xuan and Xiao Chen were battling.
"That Xiao Chen is also quite extraordinary, managing to fight with Pavilion Master Li Xuan for so long. As far as I know, Pavilion Master Li Xuan has never taken this long in his matches since joining the Mu Pavilion."
Although the crowd could not see the details of Li Xuan and Xiao Chen's fight, the roaring sounds emanating from it were enough to prove its intensity.
The residual waves that rippled out were sufficient to instantly kill even a spiritual master of the Immeasurable realm. Witnessing this, Elder Shui Tian couldn't help but sigh.
"Indeed, even I would struggle to last half that time. If Pavilion Master Li Xuan wins, the news will surely elevate his prestige even further." Elder Tu Tian nodded in agreement.
"This fellow already stole the spotlight during the Pavilion Master selection matches. If he wins this, it will be difficult for us to surpass him. However, I do hope Pavilion Master Li Xuan wins, as it concerns the reputation of our Tianyi Domain." Ma Tianyu said with a wry smile.
"Naturally, personal interests must be set aside when compared to the reputation of Tianyi Domain. Island Master Miao Yunxiao mentioned earlier that there would be rewards after the ranking battle. Based on what we've seen so far, these rewards are likely to be quite substantial." Wang Jianye nodded.
Ma Tianyu then added, "No matter how generous the rewards, they'll be useless if we don't secure our ranking. Whether we receive rewards now depends on the outcome of Pavilion Master Li Xuan's current match."
Boom!
As soon as Ma Tianyu finished speaking, a deafening roar echoed from mid-air. Everyone looked up to see the terrifying spiritual pressure of Li Xuan and Xiao Chen collide.
The difference in the foundation of their Star Spirit Orbs was only half a million. The consequences of such a head-on collision were unimaginable. Even if one side emerged victorious, they would likely be severely injured.
Spiritual light flashed all over, and both Li Xuan and Xiao Chen were sent flying backward by the terrifying impact. It was only after traveling a distance of over a thousand meters that Li Xuan managed to stabilize himself.
However, in the next instant, he spat out a mouthful of blood, and his entire spirit and energy rapidly waned. Xiao Chen on the other side also retreated over a thousand meters and, after spitting out blood, his body plummeted downwards like a kite with a broken string.
"Pavilion Master Li Xuan!"
"Captain Xiao Chen!"
The members of both teams cried out in unison upon seeing this, and then their gazes collectively turned towards Miao Yunxiao, who was seated in the east.
Miao Yunxiao's eyes held a hint of surprise. Without waiting for further words, he waved his hand. An invisible force caught Xiao Chen, who was falling rapidly, and Li Xuan's chaotic internal energy gradually calmed down.
Sensing this, Li Xuan bowed respectfully to Miao Yunxiao before moving to descend.
"This match, I, this Island Master, declare Li Xuan of Tianyi Pavilion the victor. Do you have any objections?" As Xiao Chen landed before his team, he also regained consciousness from his daze. Miao Yunxiao glanced at Xiao Chen and then said with a smile.
"We have no objections." Xiao Chen looked at Li Xuan with complex emotions before cupping his fists and bowing to Miao Yunxiao.
Xiao Chen knew that in the previous collision, he had fallen unconscious. Although Li Xuan was also heavily injured, he was at least still able to move. If it had been a fight to the death, he would undoubtedly have perished.
"Thus, I, this Island Master, declare the ranking battle concluded!"
Miao Yunxiao nodded and then waved his hand. The scroll in mid-air began to gleam with golden light, and the rankings of each team reappeared.
First place, Wushen Domain, nine wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, nine.
Second place, Youyu Temple, two rounds were byes, accumulated points deducted by two, totaling eight.
Third place, Tianyi Domain, seven wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, seven.
Fourth place, Wangu Domain, six wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, six.
Fifth place, Shengxu Domain, five wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Sixth place, Zixiao Domain, five wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Seventh place, Fucang Domain, five wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Eighth place, Jiugong Gate, five wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Ninth place, Shuangyang Sect, five wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Tenth place, Tianji Sect, five wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, five.
Eleventh place, Qiantian Sect, four wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, four.
Twelfth place, Diling Sect, three wins out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, three.
Thirteenth place, Wenxin Sect, one win out of ten matches. Accumulated total points, one.
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As the rankings appeared, Li Xuan and the others showed expressions of joy.
Tianyi Domain's ranking had finally been secured.