Chapter 51: First Place in the Sect Competition

"Extraordinary, truly extraordinary! Long Zhan has overwhelmed most participants on the stage. Wu Tian is about to face over thirty opponents, creating an exceptionally awe-inspiring spectacle!"

"Wu Tian is bound to be defeated. These over thirty individuals are the elites among the younger generation. Even if Wu Tian has recovered and become stronger, it is impossible for him to overcome them collectively!"

"Unless Wu Tian's cultivation has reached the level of a first-grade Martial Spirit or higher, he cannot possess the strength to contend against ten opponents simultaneously!"

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Witnessing the changing dynamics on the stage, the disciples watching from the sidelines were equally struck by amazement. The current situation was incredibly thrilling. On Long Zhan's side, there were over thirty individuals, while on Wu Tian's side, there were a meager two, including Wu Tian himself.

"Join me and eliminate Wu Tian!" Long Zhan raised his longsword and roared, "Wu Tian, I acknowledge your prowess, but, no matter how skilled you are, you cannot surpass the advantage of numbers! Today, you are destined to fall beneath my feet!"

"Damn it, Long Zhan, how shameless! Today, I'm going to fight you. Boss, I'm with you!" Niu Wuji naturally stood on Wu Tian's side. Even in the face of over thirty opponents led by Long Zhan, he showed no fear. He hadn't expected much from participating in the sect competition initially, and being able to contribute even a tiny bit for Wu Tian now satisfied him.

However, before Niu Wuji could charge forward, Wu Tian leaped directly into action.

"Surging Winds and Rolling Clouds! Let them all fall!" Wu Tian jumped into the air, swinging his Black Dragon Blade forcefully towards the approaching group of over thirty individuals.

A tremendous roar erupted from the vicinity of Wu Tian, centered around his Black Dragon Blade. In an instant, a massive hurricane formed, created by Wu Tian's domineering Qi, exuding an aura as if it could sweep across the world.

"Charge with me, defeat Wu Tian, go!" Long Zhan shouted angrily while waving his longsword. However, as everyone else rushed toward Wu Tian, Long Zhan remained behind, seemingly aware of Wu Tian's strength. Commanding these individuals was just a tactic to deplete Wu Tian's Qi.

Boom!

Suddenly, a hurricane exploded in front of Wu Tian, striking the group of over thirty people rushing towards him. In an instant, they were engulfed, and even Long Zhan, at the back, was swept away.

"Ah..." A series of miserable cries rang out as over thirty individuals were thrown back like paper figures. Their faces, hands, and feet were covered in fine bloodstains.

Long Zhan, with the highest cultivation among them, tried to protect himself with Qi but couldn't hold out for long. After a few seconds, he knelt with numerous injuries, continuously spitting out blood.

At this moment, Wu Tian descended lightly from the air, taking a deep breath. "Phew, that was exhilarating. Although it consumed nearly half of my Qi, the effect seems quite satisfactory."

"Ouch!" At this moment, only Wu Tian and Niu Wuji were left standing on the stage.

"Niu... Niu Ji! Truly remarkable! Incredibly remarkable, Boss, you are my idol, my lifelong idol!" Even Niu Wuji, who had witnessed Wu Tian's prowess, couldn't help but be dumbfounded. One man defeated thirty-six people, including elite disciples of the sect's younger generation. Such dominance was awe-inspiring.

Wu Tian smiled faintly, pointing his Black Dragon Blade at the group lying on the ground. He shouted loudly, "Anyone else! Who else is there?!!"

The response to Wu Tian was only the moans and cries scattered across the ground. The arena, which could accommodate hundreds, fell into a deathly silence. Liu Qingxu was even more excited, standing up from her seat, murmuring, "At just 18 years old, reaching the first grade of Martial Spirit cultivation, and that too in the branch sect. Such a talented disciple is what I desire!"

Who else could match Wu Tian's dominance—single-handedly facing thirty-six opponents and defeating them with one move? At this moment, all disciples were not only shocked but incapable of uttering a single word.

The referee struggled to recover from his astonishment, hurriedly discussing with the sect master and elders outside the stage. He had no idea how to proceed, originally intending to pass ten participants in the final assessment. However, now that Wu Tian had left only two, he was at a loss.

After some deliberation, the referee finally announced the final result: "Attention, disciples of the Qitian Sect. Due to an unexpected turn of events, I, as the referee, have an announcement to make. Firstly, the two disciples of this sect who directly enter the top ten in this competition

 are Wu Tian and Niu Wuji. Moreover, Wu Tian has displayed formidable strength, securing the first place in this sect competition. Secondly, the remaining eight spots will be determined among the other thirty-six disciples. However, due to the injuries sustained by these thirty-six disciples, the competition for these spots will be postponed!"

"Huah!" At this moment, the disciples outside the stage finally woke up, emitting a tumultuous exclamation.

Wu Tian winning the first place in the sect competition was beyond everyone's expectations. No one had believed that Wu Tian could even make it to the top ten. Yet, now the results were certain—Wu Tian had become the first, defeating thirty-six disciples with a single move, a strength worthy of the top position in the Qitian Sect.

"I didn't expect Wu Tian to be the final winner. I couldn't have guessed this before!"

"Wu Tian was just a talent two years ago, and now he has restored his peak strength. I always knew he could do it."

"So domineering, incredibly domineering, especially that last strike! Absolutely earth-shattering, enough to be recorded in the history of the Qitian Sect!"

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Wu Tian's dominating aura left all the disciples on the scene in awe. From initially thinking of Wu Tian as a waste, to later underestimating him, and now witnessing his strength, Wu Tian had proven with his actions who the true number one talent in the Qitian Sect was.

"Hahaha... Boss, we won, we won! I unexpectedly made it into the top ten. I unexpectedly have the qualification to cultivate in the main headquarters. I'll have more opportunities to follow Boss in the future, hahaha..." Upon hearing the referee's announcement, Niu Wuji ecstatically hugged Wu Tian. He had always dreamed of entering the main headquarters, but his weak strength hadn't allowed that possibility until now, thanks to Wu Tian's guidance. How could he not be excited?

"Alright, don't talk so much here. Hugging me in front of everyone, what will others think? What if some young lady secretly admires me and misunderstands?!"

"Wu Tian! Wu Tian!" At this moment, shouts resounded through the arena. Wu Tian had conquered everyone with his strength.

However, as He Jiang saw Wu Tian winning the first place in the sect competition, his eyes grew even darker. Hidden in a corner, he clenched his fists tightly, inwardly roaring, "Wu Tian, achieving first place means nothing. I turned you into a waste before, and I can still turn you into a waste now. Just wait and see!"