Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2117 Chapter 1001: "Crown Prince" (Part 2)

"Could it be... that he's simply concealing his true power?"

"Please, concealing power doesn't work that way. Just look at him—his spiritual energy is so feeble, his body is fragile, and he's utterly weak. What kind of power could he possibly be hiding?"

"His spiritual power falls short for advanced Daoist techniques. With those skinny limbs, if anyone closes in, he's finished. I honestly can't picture what kind of skills he could possess...

"From what I see, he's merely here to 'coast along...'

Plenty of cultivators, who once held great hopes, now found themselves deeply let down.

In contrast, individuals who actually understood Mo Hua, such as Murong Caiyun, Hua Qianqian, and Shangguan Xu, merely offered bitter smiles, accepting it as par for the course. This was precisely Mo Hua's way.

Unless absolutely necessary, he would never bother to act.

Yet, during this magnificent sword discussion gathering, where numerous "powerhouses" from the Dao Cultivation World observed closely, Mo Hua truly refrained from any action, displaying no flair whatsoever, which left them both entertained and somewhat helpless.

Yu Er, however, paid no mind to such matters and joyfully shouted:

"Brother Mo is incredible—he didn't need to do a thing, and his foes all collapsed!"

After enduring the horrific demon beast ordeal, Yu Er regarded Mo Hua as the ultimate powerhouse in his mind, powerful regardless of whether he acted or not.

Wenren Wan smiled lightly and gently tousled Yu Er's hair.

She too sensed a bit of disappointment.

This marked the initial sword discussion, drawing everyone's attention. She had wished to witness Mo Hua in action, if only to "show himself briefly."

Still, avoiding any moves and staying under the radar proved to be the wiser, more prudent choice.

Wenren Wan realized Mo Hua's position was unique and suspected he harbored certain mysteries that prevented him from exposing too much, so her mild regret soon faded away.

In the end, the sword discussion spanned a lengthy period, so there was ample time.

Nevertheless, beyond the Mount of Dao, the debates about Mo Hua persisted fiercely.

The majority of unaware cultivators continued viewing Mo Hua as nothing more than a loafer.

Gu Changhuai, assigned to "duty," shook his head while overhearing the nonstop chatter, yet remained silent.

In the days that followed, Mo Hua joined multiple bouts.

Similar to that debut match, his companions overpowered everyone on the arena as he stood with hands folded in his sleeves, "enjoying the spectacle" from the rear.

Gradually, his standing inevitably deteriorated further.

This became especially evident when juxtaposed against the authentic "prodigies" of the Four Great Sects and Eight Great Gates.

Prodigies from various sects acted as "frontliners," displaying even minimal courtesy toward Qian Learning Hundred Gates' disciples. They proactively dominated the arena with grandeur, earning cheers from the crowd.

Solely Mo Hua, as the supposed "frontliner," trailed behind his "followers."

Consequently, the gap between "superior and inferior" stood out starkly.

Suspicions toward Mo Hua intensified, and whenever he appeared on stage, fingers pointed his way:

"It's obvious now—this Mo Hua is only here to loaf around, isn't he?"

"He lacks any real talent, merely depending on those two powerful allies to secure a high place?"

"Word is, his two companions include a Sword Dao prodigy from the Rushing Void Sect, one in five centuries. The other, though lesser known, ranks among the elite in the Tai'a lineage."

"Those other two are formidable too, reportedly his 'trusted allies' within the Taixu Gate!"

"Thus, the famed Three Sects Unification of Taixu Gate really means Taixu, Tai'a, and Chongxu Sects propping him up by themselves?"

"Doesn't this resemble escorting the 'Crown Prince' for lessons?"

"No, more like escorting the 'Crown Prince' to the sword discussion."

"Tsk, tsk..."

"Why does Taixu Gate hold him in such high regard?"

"Haven't you heard? It's like escorting the 'Crown Prince' to the sword discussion;

he's the Taixu Sect Master's bastard child."

"Rubbish, he's obviously the Taixu Gate Patriarch's own grandson!"

"Not a huge gap either way..."

"Ah, that explains it..."

A voice sighed, "I pity Linghu Xiao, that Sword Dao prodigy unseen in five hundred years. Such a rare sword discussion chance, squandered so easily."

"From observing the sword discussion lately, this Linghu Xiao boasts a flawless Sword Heart and potent Sword Qi."

"Lacking Mo Hua as the 'drag,' paired with a mightier partner, he could genuinely rival the Four Great Sects' prodigies. Yet now... what a

shame...

"Why can't he pick a different partner?"

"What would you know? Genius or not, he's still merely a disciple. When the Sect Master and Patriarch command him to support Mo Hua, what choice does he have?

Dare he say no?"

"True enough... alas, throwing away a 'prodigy...'

"Abusing authority for favoritism, cronyism—Taixu Gate is done for, if you ask me...

doomed..."

"Taixu Gate is doomed!" The group agreed with nods.

One person challenged, "But wait, isn't Taixu Gate leading in the

sword discussion right now?"

Silence fell over them.

A few faces flushed with shame.

Just then, a cultivator in white robes scoffed contemptuously:

"Leading now means nothing—it's only the start. Taixu Gate lucked into their spot through favoritism."

"As it progresses, Taixu Gate will face mounting challenges."

"Particularly in the Earth Division and Heaven Division, where elite

prodigies decide everything."

"Post-Three Sects Unification, by securing Linghu Xiao from the Rushing Void Sect, Taixu Gate had a shot at rising high." "But who knows what their Sect Master had in mind, tacking on this deadweight—

things will get tough for them."

"My forecast: in the 'Xuan' Division, Taixu Gate begins to tire; come the 'Earth' Division, their weaknesses show; they'll drop sharply before hitting the 'Heaven' Division." "They may cling to the Eight Great Gates, but forget the top four...

impossible..."

The speaker declared this confidently, sounding all-knowing.

Onlookers nodded vigorously, and one cupped his fists admiringly, "This fellow cultivator appears quite informed?"