Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2120 Chapter 1002: Xuan-Chara Sword Discussion (Part 2)

As Xun Zixian chatted idly, he abruptly halted and found himself unable to resist shooting a look toward Mo Hua.

He had frequently come across tales of Mo Hua's exploits.

From the Fire Buddha to the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, the Rouge Boat, the Dragon King Temple... and even the Solitary Mountain tomb...

Every single one of these stands as a "killing formation," teetering on the edge of life or death.

Mo Hua navigated through all these perilous ordeals from start to finish without a single mishap, emerging completely unharmed each time—it's genuinely hard to fathom. What's even more astonishing is that, despite enduring such a barrage of trials, he still appears so pure and wide-eyed, circulating amid the group like a typical disciple who's "clueless about the world."

Just like a ravenous wolf cloaked in the guise of a lamb, slipping seamlessly into the herd, seeming far more "innocent" than the sheep around it...

Xun Zixian let out a soft sigh and rephrased his words:

"The majority of you lack any encounter with such killing formations, so rendering quick judgments in these situations proves far too challenging for you."

"That's why the competition format gets set six hours ahead of time."

"This six-hour window acts as a grace period, letting you deliberate, choose, and gear up for the sword discussion."

"Yet remember this: once you step beyond the sect and venture into the cultivation world down the line, countless perils strike in an instant, offering no generous window for reflection or response."

"The sword discussion serves as both a contest and a means of forging your resolve..."

"Yes, Elder!"

The disciples replied with utmost seriousness.

After that, Xun Zixian shared a few key warnings and allowed the group to ready themselves independently.

Even as he claimed to grant everyone free rein for preparations, his real intent was to carve out a moment specifically for Mo Hua.

Following his routine, Mo Hua assembled the Junior Brothers set to join the "Xuan" character sword discussion within the quiet grove, guiding them through certain strategies and array placements.

However, his contributions were confined to just this much.

All essential guidance had been delivered ages ago.

The required drills had already been drilled to perfection.

Spiritual artifacts and formations stood fully outfitted.

Come the heat of combat, Mo Hua couldn't direct proceedings; in the "Xuan" character bout, success hinged largely on how these disciples handled things in the moment. Once Mo Hua finished his briefing, time remained, prompting him to send the disciples off to the practice fields for solo rehearsals.

Mo Hua, meanwhile, pulled Linghu Xiao and the rest aside to hone their Taoist skills, pondering the impending sword discussion and mulling over which techniques to display before the assembly...

At the same time, atop the elevated stage, the Sect Leaders from Taixu, Tai'a, and Chongxu came together, observing the disciples' devoted practice sessions, their hearts filled with

a mix of satisfaction tinged with an undercurrent of melancholy.

"With the Yellow Character Bureau concluded, those prosperous times have drawn to a close...

The Tai'a Sect Leader murmured with a gentle sigh.

While the Taixu and Chongxu Sect Leaders stayed silent, they inwardly concurred with a subtle nod.

What others could perceive, these Sect Leaders grasped just as keenly.

To them, the honor of "Sword Discussion First" held allure comparable to an Immortal Pill or a prized Spiritual Treasure.

Once they've savored the thrill of topping the ranks, relinquishing it proves exceedingly tough.

Despite their awareness that this top spot was merely fleeting, merely "on loan," and destined for reclamation in time.

Still, when the moment of "handing it back" arrives, the inner turmoil remains profoundly discomforting.

Human nature is indeed insatiable...

Even the typically composed Taixu Sect Leader found it arduous to preserve his poise after tasting such "glory and gain."

When confronting tangible benefits, even the most detached individual struggles to

maintain composure.

Should someone manage to stay unruffled, it's simply because the stakes aren't substantial enough.

"Tough clashes await ahead; these young ones face a grueling challenge..."

"Indeed..."

"It kicks off tomorrow..."

The Xuan Character Sword Discussion commenced.

Taixu Gate's position in the sword discussion rankings was poised at last to descend

gradually, one notch at a time.

Resembling a blunt blade scraping away at meat, the reserves they'd built up were being whittled down

slice by slice.

The trio of Sect Leaders sipped their tea in quiet reflection.

On the following day, the Xuan Character Sword Discussion kicked off in earnest.

Before each bout, the competing disciples learned the event's rules, with most adhering to the Yellow Character Bureau's "chaotic battle" style.

A handful only pulled formats like "siege," "defense," or "decapitation."

Evidently, shifting into the Xuan Character Bureau brought no sweeping alterations just yet.

The progression of sword discussion rules continued in measured steps, easing disciples into adaptation over time.

During the inaugural day of the Xuan Character Sword Discussion, Mo Hua remained exempt from competing.

His matchup against the Twelve Streams was slated for the subsequent

day.

Hence, that initial day saw him primarily spectating, gauging the performance of Taixu Gate's Junior Brothers.

Across the vast shadow of the Fangtian painter, every sword discussion unfolded with pulse-pounding intensity.

Prodigies from the diverse sects launched into fervent confrontations.

As anticipated, Taixu Gate's fortunes took a downturn.

While Taoist Soldier formations, spiritual artifacts, and arrays could bolster the foundational cultivators, such enhancements carried inherent bounds.

Furthermore, with the Taixu Gate disciples constrained by scant practice duration, overcoming the bounds of their cultivation levels and Taoist skill tiers to triumph over the sects' prodigies remained out of reach.

In particular, since Xuan Character Sword Discussion foes consisted chiefly of those from the Twelve Streams, alongside some from the Eight Great Gates, prevailing over them wasn't straightforward.

The bulk of Taixu Gate's disciples plunged into grueling skirmishes.

Each clash raged with savage ferocity, demanding repeated back-and-forths and heavy resource drains, rendering every win progressively harder to secure.

Within the Xuan Character Sword Discussion, each triumph granted ten victory points.

This equated to one Xuan character victory matching the worth of ten yellow character ones.

In consequence, amid these shifting tides, Taixu Gate's ranking halted its climb, while the divide from the runner-up "Heavenly Sword Sect" narrowed steadily.