Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2113 Chapter 1000: In the Spotlight

"Could Taixu Gate truly claim the top spot?"

"With so many participants, they hold a clear edge."

"In the end, the merger of the Three Sects has boosted their numbers, allowing

this 'human wave strategy' to secure more victories in the Yellow Character Bureau as expected..."

A voice scoffed, "Having a large crowd means nothing if they can't secure wins. Without the 'Taoist Soldiers form' to unleash the full combat potential of regular disciples, sheer numbers won't save them."

"Pitting ordinary disciples against foes, if they lose, it's merely handing over points."

"The bigger the group, the more points they surrender."

"Those arrays and spiritual artifacts look specially crafted. Custom spiritual artifacts demand formation diagram designs, diagram refinements, and teamwork with a dedicated refinery workshop for crafting..."

"A single or pair of such items might be manageable, yet in this sword discussion, Taixu Gate fields numerous disciples, each equipped with a unique set. They're pouring vast resources into this effort..."

"What should we do next? The Four Great Sects urged us to 'snipe' Taixu Gate, but it feels like Taixu Gate is the one sniping us now..."

"Just heed the Four Great Sects' words. Do you actually wish to turn into their lapdog?"

"The circumstances overpower us; we have little option here."

"Relax, the sword discussion has only begun, and this is merely the Yellow Character Bureau—plenty of time left. Taixu Gate won't dominate all the way to the finish..."

"If anyone's sweating, it's the Four Great Sects. Should Taixu Gate snag first place, it'll threaten their standing."

"You're right..."

Members of the Eight Great Gates, Twelve Streams, and even elders from Qian Learning Hundred Gates buzzed about Taixu Gate leading the sword discussion.

Disciples of the Four Great Sects seethed with a sense of dishonor.

Yet the senior elders remained far more composed.

In the Qian Taoist Sect Hall.

Elders overseeing the sword discussion from the Four Sects held a quick gathering, focusing on Taixu Gate.

"Who devised that formation for Taixu Gate?"

"Ancestor Xun, perhaps?"

"As an ancestor, he's swamped with duties and wouldn't spare time for this."

"Then it has to be an elder from Taixu Gate; I recall... there's one called 'Xun Zixian,' known for keen intellect, schooled under Ancestor Xun, and masterful in formations..."

The group offered no affirmations or rejections.

After a pause, Elder Shen of Qian Taoist Sect furrowed his brow and spoke deliberately:

"Might it be... that particular disciple?"

A heavy quiet settled over the hall.

No one wanted to bring up that disciple.

At Foundation Building Middle Stage cultivation, he had outshone the Four Great Sects, claiming the Formation Leader title right before all these elders.

This feat stood as a stark "humiliation" for the Four Great Sects.

To them, it resembled an ugly wound.

However, given the urgent circumstances, they were forced to prod at this wound once more.

After some thought, the Longding Sect elder dismissed it with a shake of his head, "Unlikely..."

"Those blessed with superior Divine Sense and near-monstrous intellect tend to be reclusive, their insights diverging from the norm, their actions defying convention..."

"People like that disdain currying favor with others or toiling for the masses."

The memory of that Formation Competition lingered vividly in his thoughts.

Mo Hua, despite frail blood qi and meager spiritual power, had perched in the corner of the expansive Taoist field, radiating an intense presence like a solitary 'monster,' leaving a throng of top formation masters in awe and silence.

"A monster of that caliber, undertaking such unrewarding labor—what benefit could he possibly reap?"

Elders from the Four Sects agreed with nods.

Though they harbored no fondness for Mo Hua, they silently respected his "prowess."

A formation master of such remarkable gifts would surely chase the Great Dao of formations, soaring beyond the rest, advancing steadily without dragging anchors from those below.

The truly mighty stand alone and pursue their own paths.

After a brief reflection, the Wanxiao Sect elder remarked abruptly, "In this sword discussion, that formation 'demon' appears to be joining as well?"

"Yes, paired with Linghu Xiao of Mount Chongxu's lineage and Ouyang Xuan from Tai'a Mountain's lineage."

The Longding Sect elder creased his forehead, "What's Taixu Gate thinking? Deploying a formation master in a sword discussion?"

The event splits into five fields: sword, formation, talisman, pill, and device.

As a formation master, shouldn't he vie in the formation category? Why choose sword

instead?

Even more baffling is his grouping with Taixu Gate's last two standout disciples.

Doesn't that weigh them down?

"Is Taixu Gate forfeiting the win?"

"Or could this 'Mo Hua' be not just a formation demon but a hidden, formidable sword prodigy?"

The Heavenly Sword Sect elder let out a mocking snort.

The others shared the same confusion.

Moments later, the Heavenly Sword Sect elder sighed and shook his head:

"Likely orchestrated by Taixu Gate's Ancestor Xun. That Ancestor Xun... his schemes run deep and defy prediction."

The topic of the Heaven Void Ancestor left many elders in thoughtful silence, wary of overstepping and invoking taboo by criticizing the elder.

The Wanxiao Sect elder suggested, "We'll watch and wait; Taixu Gate's intentions will surface in the sword discussion."

"The day after next, this demon will make his move."

"When he does, everything comes to light—no concealing if he's a dragon or a mere worm."

"Regarding Taixu Gate topping this sword discussion..."

"No need to fret; more young disciples with slight edges won't shift the grand scheme."

"A minor ripple adds some thrill; if all stayed stagnant as before, it would grow dull."

"To the outside world, our 'Sect Reform' and 'Self-Renewal' might appear as mere theatrics..."

"Yes, some variation keeps things lively."

"They may glide through the Yellow Character preliminaries, but soon enough, their limits will show."