<h4>Chapter 287 - Pushover?</h4>
A multitude of experts had gathered at the martial arts arena.
In front of the various bloodlines were sixteen white jade tforms. A figure was sitting on each of those tforms. Their cultivation pulsed within them, producing a mighty aura around them. The terrifying pressure from them rushed into the sky.
These people were all genuine Core Formation realm powerhouses.
Chen Fan couldn''t help but marvel at the sheer strength wielded by a prominent n.
Including Nangong Xuan, seventeen Core Formation realm powerhouses had gathered at the martial arts arena. However, this wasn''t theirplete lineup.
Ancient ns that had been around for several thousand years, like the Nangong n, would have some hidden trumps up their sleeves.
That was their core strength. The real strength umted by an ancient n over a millennium was unmatched.
While prestigious ns with just a century of history could momentarily capture attention, they were destined to disappear. Only those with deep roots developed gradually through enduring various challenges could thrive continuously.
Comparing the Nangong n to the Chen n was almostical. It was no wonder the Nangong n looked down on Chen Zhengqing despite his talent not being inferior to Qin Wudi.
<i>If our Chen n wishes to have a future, we need to focus on nurturing the younger generation.</i> Chen Fan pondered.
Despite the significant strides the Chen n had made in the past year, dominating Grade-2 Watermoon City, there was still a substantial gap in their foundations and strength that needed addressing.
Fortunately, the Chen n had redirected their efforts toward fostering the younger generation, identifying and nurturing those with potential. Things were certainly looking up for them, instilling confidence that they could rival, if not surpass, the Nangong n in the future.
Chen Fan stopped thinking about his n and redirected his gaze toward the powerhouses on the white jade tforms at the forefront of various bloodlines.
The Nangong n was divided into four primary factions: the Sun, Star, and Moon main bloodlines, along with the fourth group consisting of various branch bloodlines.
Chen Fan looked at the Sun Bloodline’s side first, which emanated the strongest qi fluctuations.
The six white jade tforms disyed a clear hierarchy. The powerhouses sat ordingly to the front. Sitting on the frontmost white jade tform was a man adorned in a golden robe bearing the symbol of the great sun. This man was handsome, and his eyes were shining with a brilliant light. It was like a furnace was revolving inside him, emanating a mighty pressure.
Next to Chen Fan, Nangong Wan’er followed his gaze and exined, “He is the Sun Bloodline’s leader, Nangong Ling. He is also Nangong Qingshuang’s father. He is regarded as the second most influential figure in the Nangong n, just below the Grand Elder.”
Chen Fan nodded and said, “That’s right. I could tell them from his aura.”
His gaze went past Nangong Ling to those behind him. Among the remaining five, the aura of two people seemed simr to that of Nangong Baxiong. It went to show how powerful the Sun Bloodline was.
On the Sun Bloodline’s side, Nangong Qingshuang, Qin Jian, and four prodigies of the Sun Bloodline stood with proud expressions. They would defend the arena for the Sun Bloodline this time.
“Over there is the Star Bloodline. Their leader is Nangong Tong.” Nangong Wan’er continued exining the Star Bloodline’s situation to Chen Fan.
Nangong Tong was wearing a ck robe, exuding a chilling qi. When he blinked his eyes, they were like two ck holes, as if they would swallow all the primeval qi in heaven and earth.
Nangong Tong wasn’t any weaker than Nangong Ling.
The Star Bloodline’s five Core Formation realm powerhouses simrly had extraordinary strengths. Aside from Nangong Tong, only one other person had an aura that was on par with Nangong Baxiong.
On the Star Bloodline’s side, Nangong Fengyun, Muye Xiao, and three other prodigies of the Star Bloodline stood together. Their auras were strong, looking very powerful.
Chen Fan’s gaze then reached the branch bloodlines’ side. There were three Core Formation realm powerhouses on this side. Although they were far fromparable to the Sun and the Star bloodlines, they still gave off a majestic aura, as if they could swallow mountains and rivers.
Eventually, Chen Fan brought his attention back to Nangong Baxiong and the elder apanying him.
Nangong Baxiong was the Moon Bloodline''s strongest member and their bloodline leader. Chen Fan also knew that he used to be a top genius in the Nangong n during his youth.
As for the elder, his name was Nangong Qingtian. He was the strongest person in the Moon Bloodline after Nangong Baxiong. Despite showing signs of weariness and fatigue, he remained a leading figure in the Moon Bloodline, reflecting its current state.
The Grand Elder, Nangong Xuan’s voice resounded once more.
“Let’s begin.”
<i>Swish, swish!</i>
Powerful auras suddenly rose to the sky from the Sun and the Star bloodlines. Two figures simultaneously descended onto the Moon Bloodline''s defense arena.
A youth emanating intense heat locked eyes with Nangong Wan’er and offered a faint smile. His voice rang out as he said, “Nangong Qi of the Sun Bloodline seeks advice from Nangong Wan’er of the Moon Bloodline."
Nangong Qi was a prodigy of the Sun Bloodline. His cultivation was at the peak of the fourth level. Mockery appeared on his face as he looked at Nangong Wan’er.
In the Nangong n’s Bloodlines Martial Meet, each bloodline had a set number of spots for their younger generation in the arena, corresponding to the seats held in the Council of Elders. If a challenged bloodline had more losses than wins by the end, they would relinquish a council seat; if the reverse was true, it constituted a sessful defense.
Take the Moon Bloodline, for example. If they lost both fights, the Moon Bloodline would lose a seat in the Council of Elders. However, one win and one loss would count as a sessful defense.
Representing the Star Bloodline, Muye Xiao stepped forward, offering a respectful salute to Chen Fan with a hint of cold amusement in his eyes.
“Representative of the Star Bloodline, Muye Xiao. I ask for Brother Wang’s advice.”
Many eyes turned toward them, a development expected by the onlookers.
The Moon Bloodline was in a precarious situation. The other bloodlines were all trying to use this opportunity to take a bite out of them.
After all, who wouldn’t want another seat in the Council of Elders?
This iteration of Bloodlines Martial Meet was the best opportunity for that.
“Nangong Qi versus Nangong Wan’er. Hehe, Nangong Qi has a record of eight consecutive wins in the Martial Market Arena. Nangong Wan’er is definitely no match for him. She will lose for sure.”
“And that Wang Dongfan, although he’s a ranker, his ranking is lower than Muye Xiao’s. Moreover, he immediately admitted defeat against Muye Xiao ten days ago. Who knows if he’ll surrender immediately today as well?”
“The Moon Bloodline will lose their position as a main bloodline in two battles.”
“......”
Many people from the crowd looked over with gloating expressions.
Meanwhile, the junior members of the Moon Bloodline wore expressions of despair.
“It’s over. Our Bloodline is finished.”
The constant suppression led to their bloodline receiving limited resources, so their juniors were the weakest among the various bloodlines. Currently, only Nangong Wan’er maintained a somewhat presentable level of strength. However, she paledpared to figures like Nangong Fengyun and Nangong Qingshuang. Even against Nangong Qi, she fell slightly short.
On the other hand, they did not understand their helper’s strength well. They only knew that Chen Fan entered the Earth Leaderboard ten days ago and was the lowest ranker. He had extraordinary strength, but they did not think he was a match for Muye Xiao.