Chapter 177: Gathering

Swoosh! Swoosh!

Numerous colossal beams of light descended from the sky, a magnificent sight under countless gazes.The light beams landed throughout the Sacred Remains, and at the end of each, a figure was enveloped. These were, precisely, the individuals whose names were inscribed on the Sacred Tablet!

At the Golden Pool, three light beams also descended from the sky, enveloping Zhou Yuan, Lu Luo, and Zhen Xu. However, Tun Tun, who was nearby, was kept outside the light beams.

Tun Tun let out a low growl of displeasure and bumped against the light beams twice, but they remained motionless. Zhou Yuan was somewhat astonished, then shook his head helplessly. It seemed that source beasts couldn't obtain the great fortune of the Sacred Remains, and thus lacked even the qualification to enter.

"Tun Tun, just wait for us here," Zhou Yuan comforted.

Tun Tun dejectedly lay down, looking listless.

"What a pity. If Tun Tun could come with us, it would be a great help," Lu Luo said regretfully. Tun Tun's combat power was not to be underestimated; hadn't even Wu Huang been injured by it before?

After a moment of regret, Lu Luo raised her pretty face, her cheeks flushed with excitement as she gazed at the Sacred Pagoda high in the sky. She knew that the Sacred Remains would soon host the most intense battles.

"Is the real show finally about to begin?"

Everything before had just been minor skirmishes; only now was the true test. In this situation, even Zhen Xu's pale face showed a touch of color, and his grayish eyes revealed a hint of fervent anticipation.

Zhou Yuan looked up at the sky, observing the light beams surrounding him. His eyes narrowed slightly, a sharp aura emerging as he slowly clenched his fingers.

"Wu Huang, it's time to settle our grievances. What you took from me back then, today, I will personally reclaim!"

Within the Sacred Remains, the thirty-eight light beams grew increasingly brilliant, emitting an upward force. The thirty-eight figures slowly ascended towards the luminous platform in front of the Sacred Pagoda, high in the sky. The countless proud talents remaining in the Sacred Remains could only watch the ascending figures with envious gazes.

"What a pity, to have lost the chance to compete for the greatest fortune."

"Alas, our skills weren't good enough."

"But fortunately, we can witness this battle for fortune firsthand. I wonder who will ultimately reach the summit?"

"Probably Wu Huang, Li Chunjun..."

"Ye Ming is also a strong possibility. His strength is immense; even Li Chunjun was defeated by him."

"If those rats from the Eastern Continent obtain the great fortune, our Cangmang Continent will surely lose face..."

"Don't forget Zhou Yuan either. He's the one who forced Wu Huang and Ye Ming to join forces. His strength must be extraordinary. I wonder if we'll see him display his full power today?"

"Heh heh, what a spectacular dragon-tiger struggle. We're not destined to participate, so let's enjoy being spectators. It won't be a wasted trip."

Countless whispers of regret echoed in every corner of the Sacred Remains.

Under the gaze of countless eyes, the thirty-eight figures slowly ascended along the light beams, finally landing on the massive luminous platform. Zhou Yuan stepped onto the platform, his footing feeling solid. His gaze swept across the area; thirty-eight figures stood on the immense platform, looking at each other with wary eyes.

Zhou Yuan's gaze quickly stopped not far away, where two graceful figures stood, their exquisite beauty complementing each other, attracting many glances. These were precisely Yao Yao and Zuoqiu Qingyu.

"Hey, Sister Yao Yao!" Lu Luo quickly waved.

Hearing the sound, Yao Yao's beautiful eyes turned towards them, and upon seeing Zhou Yuan, a faint smile appeared on her serene face. She moved with light steps, bringing Zuoqiu Qingyu along.

"Hehe, Sister Yao Yao, have you resumed your identity?" Lu Luo mischievously looked at Zuoqiu Qingyu, who was beside Yao Yao.

"You cunning Lu Luo! You didn't even tell me!" Zuoqiu Qingyu clenched her teeth, glaring resentfully at Lu Luo. Thinking back now, Lu Luo had been enjoying her struggles all those days in Sacred City!

"Who told you to be so foolish?" Lu Luo made a face.

Yao Yao ignored the two girls' playful banter and looked at Zhou Yuan, saying, "Not bad, you managed to get up here."

Zhou Yuan said helplessly, "I'm not that bad, am I?"

He knew Yao Yao was teasing him, so he didn't mind, but he narrowed his eyes slightly and asked, "Are you alright?"

Yao Yao also knew Zhou Yuan was asking about her earlier encirclement by Wu Huang and Ye Ming. She immediately shook her head and said, "I was a bit careless..."

"Sister Yao Yao, don't be afraid. We have quite a few people now. When we meet them again, we'll just go straight at them!" Lu Luo shouted defiantly.

"Vulgar," Zuoqiu Qingyu rolled her eyes at her.

She looked at Zhou Yuan with her beautiful eyes, a hint of surprise flashing across them. "Not bad, you've even broken through to the Heavenly Pass Stage..."

Back in Sacred City, Zhou Yuan's strength was only at the Qi Cultivation Stage, which led Zuoqiu Qingyu to believe he had only reached this point by relying on Yao Yao. But now, it was clear she had underestimated him.

"Don't underestimate Zhou Yuan; if it comes to a fight, you might not be able to defeat him!" Lu Luo scoffed.

"That's if he can catch me," Zuoqiu Qingyu retorted.

Yao Yao also smiled, with a hint of playfulness. "See? Zhou Yuan isn't as weak as you thought. You wanted me to compensate you before, right? Now, are you satisfied?"

Zuoqiu Qingyu pouted her rosy lips, looked at Zhou Yuan, and said, "My standards are very high, young lady. Let's talk about it after he fights Wu Huang!"

Zhou Yuan, however, stared at them with a bewildered expression, completely oblivious to what they were talking about with all that "compensation" talk.

As they were conversing, Zhou Yuan and Yao Yao suddenly paused, then slowly turned their heads. They saw several figures gathered in a corner of the luminous platform not far away, emitting an astonishing aura that slowly emanated from their bodies.

These individuals were led by Wu Huang and Ye Ming. Besides four other top talents from the Eastern Continent, several more talents followed behind Wu Huang. Among them were two familiar figures: Xiao Tianxuan and Gu Ling. Evidently, over the past half-month, Wu Huang had also gathered some talents.

Wu Huang and Ye Ming's gazes now turned towards Zhou Yuan and Yao Yao. Their eyes met, and sparks seemed to fly, with even a palpable killing intent flowing between them.

Lu Luo, Zuoqiu Qingyu, and Zhen Xu also stood beside Zhou Yuan and Yao Yao, their expressions unfriendly, their bodies surging with Genesis Qi, forming a formidable aura.

The two groups confronted each other from a distance. The other talents, meanwhile, retreated, not daring to get involved with the two most powerful groups to avoid being caught in the crossfire.

Ye Ming's gaze fell on Yao Yao, and he sighed softly, "I never expected that the one who gave me such a headache would turn out to be such an enchanting and peerless beauty..."

"However, I will not show the slightest leniency because of my opponent's gender."

Yao Yao's phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, a dangerous glint flashing within them.

Just as she was about to speak, a black-clad figure slowly walked out. A black cloth was wrapped around his eyes. He held the hilt of his sword with both hands, its scabbard resting on the ground.

"If we meet in the Sacred Pagoda, your opponent will be me."

A slightly hoarse voice quietly sounded. On the luminous platform, many talents' eyes narrowed as they stared at the black-robed figure, their gazes filled with deep apprehension. For the speaker was none other than the Sword Blind, Li Chunjun.

"Heh heh, Wu Huang, last time wasn't enough, let's continue this time!" A powerful voice also rang out at this moment. A brawny figure stepped forward; he was a bare-chested youth whose eyes were like those of a fierce ape, filled with ferocious battle intent. It was Wu Chi, Ning Zhan!

Wu Huang gave Ning Zhan a faint glance and said, "This time, you are not my opponent..."

His gaze slowly turned to Zhou Yuan. "It seems you didn't bring that beast up with you..."

Zhou Yuan stared at Wu Huang, a sharp light in his eyes. He said softly, "Wu Huang, there's something I've wanted to tell you for a long time..."

"Enjoy what you took from me a little longer... because very soon, I will personally reclaim it!"

A terrifying killing intent instantly erupted from within Wu Huang.