Everyone was well aware that if a Great Sage were to fight seriously, they would be no match for them. If that were truly the case, it would absolutely not be a good outcome for them.
"You are all students of Zhongzhou Academy, and the pride of Zhongzhou Academy!"
Elder Wuming stood in the center of Wuyun Peak, looking out at everyone present. "However, if you wish to participate in the Peak Contest, you must be able to withstand one hundred moves without defeat. Only then will you be qualified!"
"Elder Wuming, what if everyone cannot last a hundred moves?"
A disciple asked, "Will the Peak Contest be canceled?"
"If you cannot even defeat me within a hundred moves, what qualification do you have to hold a Peak Contest?" Elder Wuming's imposing aura filled the air. "It can only be said that you are incompetent, and the Peak Contest cannot commence!"
With these words, everyone present felt a moment of helplessness, rendered speechless by his statement.
"Don't worry, there will definitely be someone who can last over a hundred moves this time!"
A disciple beside them spoke up, "I heard that Senior Brother Lin Wuya has already come out of seclusion. Once he emerges, lasting over a hundred moves will not be difficult!"
"Lin Wuya!"
Upon hearing the name, many disciples present felt a shiver run through their bodies. They seemed to be quite familiar with this name, yet also harbored a degree of apprehension.
This was a legend of Zhongzhou Academy. Lin Wuya was the pride of Zhongzhou Academy, having already stepped into the Half-Great Sage realm at such a young age. He even had the potential to become a true Great Sage. Becoming a Great Sage at such a young age meant he could potentially become an ancient Great Emperor in the future.
Such a peerless prodigy naturally inspired envy, and many admired him greatly. It was a pity that Lin Wuya was solely focused on cultivation and paid no heed to other matters.
At the same time, Elder Wuming looked at everyone and said, "Whoever wishes to challenge, you may step forward directly! As long as you can withstand my hundred moves, you will be able to enter the Peak Contest!"
The crowd exchanged glances, but no one stepped forward. They felt a sense of trepidation. This was a Great Sage expert, and to go head-to-head with a Great Sage was no trifling matter; it could even lead to a fatal outcome.
After a long silence, seeing that no one was coming forward, Elder Wuming shook his head. "It seems the students of this generation are truly weak. Held once a century, this generation has truly disappointed me!"
Several men heard this and felt an instant surge of displeasure. They rushed forward, but before they could even make a move, Elder Wuming swept them away.
Elder Wuming would not lie. He had said he would last a hundred moves, and he would naturally go all out. As for those who were not up to par, even if they entered the arena, they would be of no use.
Witnessing this scene, everyone instantly panicked. It seemed Elder Wuming would not hold back; he was serious.
However, given the situation, besides Lin Wuya, who else could truly fight Elder Wuming for a hundred rounds?
"So difficult, so very difficult!" Ouyang Qingqing shook her head. "Elder Wuming's strength is too great. It's almost impossible to last a hundred moves under him. With my strength, even lasting ten moves would likely not be enough!"
"How will you know if you don't try?"
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders, appearing even more confident, as if anything was possible in his eyes.
"That's right, how will you know if you don't try!"
The Young Master of the Tao Family also nodded slightly, appearing eager to try. It was uncertain whether he could endure against Elder Wuming.
Meanwhile, quite a few people had already entered the arena, but not a single one could last ten moves. All of them were shaken out of the arena by Elder Wuming.
Elder Wuming also shook his head, feeling a sense of helplessness. They had thought the students of this generation would not disappoint him, but now, it seemed he was somewhat disheartened.
Zhongzhou Academy possessed such excellent resources, yet it failed to nurture true prodigies. This made him, as a mentor, feel a touch of melancholy.
Seeing all the figures being defeated, Ouyang Qingqing could no longer hold back. She leaped forward directly, "Let me try!"
Everyone watched, not very familiar with this woman. However, Ouyang Qingqing was confident. After all, she was the Northern Region's Divine Maiden and certainly not an ordinary person.
"Make your move!" Elder Wuming stood his ground, showing no intention of moving.
Ouyang Qingqing felt disrespected and was extremely displeased. In an instant, her spiritual energy surged, and a powerful seal was unleashed, causing even the entire Wuyun Peak to tremble.
"So strong, such a powerful fluctuation!"
Many men exclaimed, wondering who this Ouyang Qingqing was to possess such immense power.
Elder Wuming's eyes lit up, and he leaped forward. This was likely the first person to make him rise, but that was all.
In that very moment, Elder Wuming and Ouyang Qingqing exchanged ten blows. Unfortunately, during the tenth blow, Ouyang Qingqing lost her footing, spat out a mouthful of blood, and was sent flying backward.
Everyone present was also greatly astonished. To be able to exchange blows with a Great Sage level expert for ten rounds was no small feat and made them very envious.
However, according to the rules, Ouyang Qingqing was still not selected and therefore could not participate in the Peak Battle.
"So, Elder Wuming doesn't intend to use any mystical arts; it's just a test of physical strength!" Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders. If that were the case, let alone a hundred moves, even a thousand moves would not make Lu Fan hesitate.
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"Are you alright?"
Lu Fan looked at Ouyang Qingqing and asked.
"I'm naturally fine, but I didn't expect Elder Wuming to be so strong. It seems I underestimated him!" Ouyang Qingqing said with a wry smile. "You must be extremely careful when you make your move later!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly, a smile appearing on his face, looking even more composed.
The Young Master of the Tao Family narrowed his eyes. If it came down to a physical contest, he felt somewhat helpless. His strongest asset was spiritual energy, not physical combat. But if he used spiritual energy, Elder Wuming would also use it, and then he would likely die even more miserably.
"It seems no one will be able to enter the Peak Contest after all!"
Elder Wuming shook his head. "The previous session had ten people who could enter the Peak Contest, but this generation is truly disappointing!"
Everyone present exchanged glances, feeling helpless. Especially after being told this, they felt it was even harder to bear. They were all heavenly prodigies, so how could they admit to being inferior to others? This was a great humiliation to them.