chsdbacks Chapter 223 The Results Announcement, Azure Emperor
Chapter 223 The Results Announcement, Azure Emperor
Chapter 223 The Results Announcement, Azure Emperor
Two days later, the sun blazed down on the sand, and hot winds blew dry dust into our faces.
Li Xijun's figure sped across the boundless desert of northern China for two consecutive days.
Even with his cultivation level of having opened all seven orifices, he still couldn't help but look somewhat travel-worn.
Fortunately, a patch of tenacious green had appeared on the horizon ahead.
That was one of the few oases on the outer edge of the Sea of Death, the "Bitter Spring" oasis.
Relying on a spring with a slightly astringent taste but enough to sustain life, a small but bustling desert town gradually formed here.
Stepping through the simple city gate built of loess and poplar wood, the clamor of voices and the neighing of camels immediately replaced the deathly silence of the desert.
Li Xijun intended to find a place to rest and replenish his water, but he noticed that many people dressed in martial arts attire were heading towards the largest earthen and wooden building in the town center.
The building was of ordinary style, but it had a large sunshade made of palm leaves and coarse cloth on the outside, which was quite characteristic of the desert. The sign hanging at the entrance read "Sand Sea Building" in three large characters.
The area under the shed was already packed with people. Rough and boisterous wanderers huddled together, making a lot of noise and creating a lively atmosphere, as if they were all waiting for something.
Li Xijun's heart stirred slightly, and she followed the crowd, found a seat on the edge, and ordered a pot of water and some desert-style meat.
at this time,
At a nearby table, several burly men carrying curved knives were shouting, spitting as they spoke:
"Boss, hurry up and post it! I'm getting impatient!"
"I heard there weren't many changes this time, but the battle at the Qionglin Banquet was extremely exciting?"
"That's right! Otherwise, why would we be here watching the results posting? We just want to find out the specifics of that one-day battle, don't we?"
Li Xijun listened calmly, understanding the situation perfectly.
It turns out that today is the day when the imperial court and royal court post the updated list of Heaven, Earth and Man each month.
Although this world has the [Book of Mortals] which always announces to the entire server,
However, official authorities will still compile the rankings into a book, or create and post the list, thoughtfully including the achievements of the top talents on the list.
And recent major battles such as the Qionglin Banquet, with some details describing the process and outcome.
It satisfies the curiosity of many martial arts heroes who have never seen them in person.
Soon,
The owner walked over unhurriedly.
Amidst the expectant gazes of the martial arts world, he carried a thick roll of yellow paper and walked to the screen wall outside the Sand Sea Tower, which was specifically used for posting notices.
The crowd erupted in excitement and surged forward in a frenzy.
"Get out of the way! Let me see!"
"Any changes to the Heavenly Ranking and Earthly Ranking?"
"Look at the rankings! The important thing is the rankings!"
On the screen wall, three lists are arranged in order.
The Heavenly Ranking and the Earthly Ranking remain high above, with only a handful of names and few changes.
But most people's attention was focused on the far right, on the list of names with the most changes.
A cacophony of voices—discussions, gasps of surprise, and chanting—suddenly erupted:
"Li Xijun, ranked number one on the Human Ranking, the 'Azure Emperor'! This nickname has been decided!"
"Hiss—Azure Emperor! There are very few people besides His Highness who can live up to such a title."
"The rankings of 'Thunder Hand' Han Qiong and 'No Return Sword' Fang Qinghua have not changed."
"Hehe, I heard that His Highness cultivates the Azure Dragon Wood Longevity Technique and is now known as the Azure Emperor... I wonder what the Azure Dragon Holy Son of the Star Palace thinks now."
When Li Xijun heard his name and nickname, he looked up.
At the very top of the list, the "Azure Emperor" was listed first, followed by his own name.
This is considered a major characteristic of the martial arts world.
Sometimes, a nickname is more famous than many martial artists' real names.
Some people even travel the martial arts world for decades with their nicknames, and gradually others forget what their real names are, and even the martial artists themselves rarely mention them.
As he continued reading from his own name, he saw a line of small print commenting next to it:
"The prince of Great Xia, not yet twenty, has already reached the fourth level of cultivation. He first killed Jin Zangfeng in the northern desert, rising to prominence and becoming the champion. Later, possessing the 'Emperor's Qi Observation Technique,' he comprehended the Dao during a battle at the Qionglin Banquet in Beiyan County, entering the realm of the Celestial Being! Furthermore, he single-handedly defeated Han Qiong, the fifth-ranked 'Thunderclap Hand,' Fang Qinghua, the sixth-ranked 'Sword of No Return,' and Li Wenjie, the top-ranked 'Fire Dragon Burning.' His sword intent reaches the heavens, and with a single thought, spring returns, and flowers bloom throughout the city. His demeanor is like the Azure Emperor descending to earth!"
The crowd erupted in uproar.
"My goodness! Even the Great Xia Dynasty has acknowledged him; he really is a prince!"
"A single thought can bring flowers to bloom throughout the city? Such a sight is truly intoxicating to contemplate."
"No wonder he's called the 'Azure Emperor'; that nickname is both domineering and fitting!"
"That's not all!"
A thin, seemingly more well-informed man lowered his voice, which only drew more attention and made more people listen.
"This ranking is updated too slowly, and it hasn't even included the Azure Emperor's latest achievements yet."
"Did you know that when he left Beiyan County, he was ambushed by a powerful expert from the Outer Realm?"
"What?! A master of outdoor photography?!"
"Who dares to make a move right under the nose of Grandmaster Zhao, a master of the Earth Ranking?"
"Who else could it be? A powerful figure from the Nine Evils of the Demonic Path, I heard. He's an elder of the Life and Death Sword Sect, a big shot at the second level of the Outer Realm!"
Everyone gasped.
Under the open sky, everyone is an ant; this is an ironclad rule of the martial arts world!
"But—and then what?" someone asked eagerly.
Seeing that he had attracted everyone's attention, the skinny man continued smugly:
"And then? Hey! It's said that Li Xijun, facing the old man's deadly sword strike, actually exchanged three blows with him! He didn't lose a single one of the three strikes! In the end, he used the force to escape far away, drifting into the northern desert. Isn't that terrifying?"
An uproar erupted under the shed, with exclamations rising and falling.
"Three swords?! The Golden Wolf King's Highness ranked second only because he survived a single blow from Waijing's men and managed to escape! This Li Xijun is going to clash with three swords—my god!"
"No wonder he directly topped the Human Ranking. His strength is simply unbelievable, probably the pinnacle of the Human Ranking in history."
The crowd was abuzz with discussion, marveling at Li Xijun's astonishing achievements while also starting to talk about the other top talents on the leaderboard.
"If you ask me, Chu Kuangge, the 'Heavenly Blade,' is no less formidable than Gao Wang. He's third on the Human Ranking, wielding an unparalleled and domineering blade. He just hasn't had the opportunity to prove his strength against an Outer Realm expert like Gao Wang."
"I've heard that the rising star of the Bow Gang is quite extraordinary, Xiao Yishan! He's ranked thirteenth on the Human Ranking. At the last Bow Gang conference, his Long Fist routine overwhelmed his contemporary disciples. Duan Heyu and Kongzhu, who had previously made quite a name for themselves with the Azure Emperor in Beiyan County, have become sworn brothers with him."
"Pfft, they're all monsters—we're already proud enough to last a single move against an outdoor filming crew member, look at them—"
The crowd was in an uproar.
Just then, a loud but slightly hoarse voice rang out, drowning out the noise of the scene: