Chapter 767: Mo Yuan

A massive stone platform stood tall in the center of Xuanzhou City. Dark masses of people spread out from all directions, seemingly without end, their boisterous voices rising to the sky.

On the tall buildings surrounding the platform, top figures from various renowned factions across Little Xuanzhou had gathered, highlighting the significant impact of this competition for the Governorship.

When Yi Qiushui appeared, leading the Yi family, all eyes immediately turned to them.

"The Yi family really did bring in Liu Zhixuan as an external aid..."

"Liu Zhixuan is exceptionally talented, a top-tier prodigy among our Little Xuanzhou's younger generation, no less capable than Qiu Ling. With his assistance, the Yi family should feel less pressure."

"However, Yi Qiushui herself, as a candidate for Governor, must compete, yet she only appears to be at the mid-Divine Palace stage. This alone puts them at a disadvantage."

"Indeed, and let's not forget Zhou Yuan, who is also only at the mid-Divine Palace stage... Heh, that young man has quite a reputation in Xuanzhou City recently. Everyone says he's latched onto the Yi family's eldest daughter, but while I don't know about his other skills, he certainly isn't lacking in his ability to push himself forward."

"The Yi family has five combat slots, and two of them are only at the mid-Divine Palace stage. What a significant disadvantage! In contrast, the Qiu family is rumored to have all their combatants at the late-Divine Palace stage."

"If they lose this Governor competition, let's see how Yi Qiushui accounts for it to the Yi family..."

Numerous whispers spread among the high-ranking members of the various factions. Some forces allied with the Yi family secretly shook their heads, their eyes filled with concern. If the Yi family lost this governorship competition and the Qiu family gained power, it was inevitable that those allied with the Yi family would be suppressed in the future.

They couldn't understand why Yi Qiushui, renowned for her wisdom, would be so reckless this time. That Zhou Yuan, they felt, should not have been allowed to participate at all.

As the thoughts of various factions churned, a cloud of source energy light streaked across the sky, descending directly onto another side of the stone platform.

Several figures of imposing presence emerged, led by Qiu Long, the head of the Qiu family.

Behind him stood Qiu Ling and others, all wearing smiles.

As soon as Qiu Long appeared, his gaze immediately fixed on the Yi family. His eyes swept over Yi Qiushui and Liu Zhixuan, finally pausing on Zhou Yuan, a hint of amusement playing at the corner of his mouth.

"Niece Qiushui, our Qiu and Yi families have always been on good terms. I never wished to instigate this conflict. So, if you are willing to hand over the murderer of my son right now, the Qiu family can withdraw from this governorship competition," Qiu Long said with a faint smile, staring at Yi Qiushui.

Hearing this, Yi Qiushui's beautiful eyes grew slightly cold. Qiu Long was truly an old fox, still putting on an act at this moment. Despite his outwardly kind words, his true intentions were utterly malicious.

If, in such a public setting, the Yi family were to betray Zhou Yuan to save themselves, their reputation would be utterly ruined. Even if they temporarily secured the governorship, it would likely be unsustainable.

"Patriarch Qiu Long, Qiu Yang harbored ill intentions and attempted to abduct my younger sister. Such actions are utterly despicable. I wonder if this was someone else's instruction or simply his own recklessness?" Yi Qiushui's voice was clear, yet her words were sharp and direct, meeting his gaze.

Qiu Long's expression darkened. "Nonsense," he retorted.

From behind Qiu Long, Qiu Ling, clad in black, stepped forward with a smile. "A battle of words serves no purpose," he said. "Let's settle this with a fight today."

As soon as he spoke, the atmosphere intensified, and the high-ranking members of all factions watched intently.

Yi Qiushui's beautiful face remained cold. Without another word, her slender figure moved, and with a flash of source energy, she was the first to enter the arena.

Liu Zhixuan immediately followed, taking up a protective position beside her.

The Yi family's two other late-Divine Palace stage experts also quickly followed suit.

However, when Zhou Yuan also stepped into the arena, faint chuckles could be heard throughout the crowd.

Hearing the jeering, some of the younger members of the Yi family flushed slightly, gritting their teeth in annoyance.

Qiu Ling's gaze lingered on Zhou Yuan, a slight sneer forming on his lips. "It seems you're truly intent on dying," he remarked.

"Very well. Since you've stepped into the arena, whether you leave here in one piece today won't be up to you."

As he spoke, a ferocious glint flashed in his eyes. Zhou Yuan had caused his brother's death, and today, he would pay the price.

Having spoken, he completely disregarded Zhou Yuan's reaction and instead turned his gaze to Liu Zhixuan. His expression held a hint more seriousness as he said calmly, "Liu Zhixuan, why does your Liu family meddle in these troubled waters? Aren't you afraid of losing face without even gaining favor?"

Liu Zhixuan shook his head. "Qiu Ling," he said, "you've joined the Heavenly Spirit Sect, but while your capabilities haven't improved much, your arrogance certainly has."

Qiu Ling let out a soft sigh. "You don't know what's good for you," he murmured.

As his words faded, his figure appeared in the arena. Simultaneously, three other figures landed beside him.

The appearance of these three immediately sparked whispers among the crowd.

"Those are Qiu Ba, Qiu Leipao, and Qiu Yue... The Qiu family truly sent them. I heard they all reached the late-Divine Palace stage long ago. Though they've only opened six Divine Palaces, their methods are quite formidable."

However, the various factions were not surprised by the trio's appearance, as it was clearly anticipated.

Yi Qianji, Liu Tianying, and others watched the three. While their brows furrowed slightly, their expressions remained calm, evidently having expected this. What struck them as odd, however, was whether the Qiu family had chosen not to bring any external aid.

Yi Qiushui's beautiful eyes swept over Qiu Ling and his three companions, her slender brows subtly furrowing. Particularly unsettling was the strange, half-smile on Qiu Ling's face, which, for some reason, filled her with a sense of unease.

"Are you curious about the last participant from my Qiu family, Qiushui?" Qiu Ling asked Yi Qiushui with a smile.

"Heh heh, I put a great deal of effort into making sure you'd be surprised, Qiushui."

Qiu Ling cupped his hands and chuckled softly. "Senior Brother, please reveal yourself," he said.

The moment Qiu Ling's voice faded, a rainbow of source energy descended from the heavens, bringing with it an overwhelming pressure as it landed directly in front of Qiu Ling.

As the light landed, the ground beneath them trembled slightly, and visible ripples of energy spread outwards.

Countless gazes, filled with uncertainty and surprise, turned towards the spot. With such an imposing aura, who could the Qiu family have possibly invited?!

As the faint dust cleared, countless eyes witnessed a slender figure standing casually before Qiu Ling. The figure's seemingly lazy gaze, however, exuded an unsettling sense of oppression.

Throughout the vast space, countless eyes fixed on the slender, almost monkey-like young figure. The clamor of the crowd abruptly fell silent.

The next moment, a tremendous uproar exploded!

"That's Mo Yuan! The prodigy from the Heavenly Spirit Sect!"

"He's a super prodigy who made it onto the Divine Palace Ranking!"

"The Qiu family actually managed to invite him! What's there even left to fight for now?!"

"The Yi family is doomed."

High-ranking members of all factions abruptly rose to their feet, staring in shock at the slender young figure. No one had anticipated that the Qiu family would manage to invite such a super prodigy from the Heavenly Spirit Sect. What an incredible display of influence!

No wonder the Qiu family had been so fearless; they had this trump card all along!

Amidst the countless shocked exclamations, Yi Qianji, Liu Tianying, and others blanched. Their gazes were fixed on the figure as they gritted their teeth. "Mo Yuan? How is that possible?!"

Even Yi Qiushui's beautiful face turned pale, and a chill slowly crept up from her heart.

Facing that slender figure, renowned throughout the entire Tianyuan Region, even she, who was typically composed, felt a hint of despair.