Chapter 187

Zhang Xiaohu pointed at the stage that was as tall as two people and said with a smile, "Such a tall stage, I don't know how Xiaohua can get up there."

Zhang Xiaohua slapped the back of her head and almost cried out, "Oh, I forgot that the escalator is over at Kitty Hawk Hall. It must have been put away a long time ago and won't be easy to find. What should I do?"

He Tianshu helplessly looked at Zhang Xiaohua and complained, "Zhang Xiaohua, Zhang Xiaohua, can't you hurry up and learn that" Reckless Bull Force "?

Hurry up and learn a qinggong. Do you know that you're making me lose face by doing this every day? "

After he finished speaking, he said, "You guys wait a moment" and ran out.

Zhang Xiaohua looked at He Tianshu's back and laughed, saying to herself, "I don't even think it's embarrassing and you're afraid of losing face?"

Not long after, He Tianshu was seen carrying an escalator and came back under the strange gazes of the disciples.

Seeing Zhang Xiaohua and her brother, He Tianshu angrily threw the escalator to Zhang Xiaohu and said, "I knew that you guys wouldn't bring me here so early in the morning for anything good."

Zhang Xiaohu caught the escalator and was about to say something when he heard the sound of a bell. The entire square immediately quieted down. Zhang Xiaohua looked around in surprise, not knowing what had happened.

He Tianshu quickly patted Zhang Xiaohua's shoulder and said in a low voice, "The third stage is about to begin. Pay attention and don't talk. Just watch carefully."

Hearing this, Zhang Xiaohua immediately raised her head and looked at the largest stage in front of her, but there was still no one there. Zhang Xiaohua was puzzled when she saw a group of people walk out from the meeting hall behind the stage. At the front was the Misty School's leader, Ou Peng, Ou Peng.

Zhang Xiaohua recognized some of the people behind him and some she hadn't seen before. They were all high ranking members of the Misty School.

Zhang Xiaohua thought that they would go to the stage, but they went up the stairs and walked to a stage made of reed mats. There were many tables and chairs under the reed mats. Zhang Xiaohua held her forehead and laughed secretly. The stage was where the competition was held, what was the leader doing there?

When Ou Peng and the others sat down under the reed mats, they saw a young disciple jump onto the stage. It was the Misty School's first disciple, Zhang Chengyue.

When Zhang Chengyue arrived on the stage, he looked around and looked at the people in the square and said loudly, "The third stage of the Martial Arts Exhibition begins now."

Zhang Chengyue's voice wasn't loud, but it echoed throughout the square. It was as if he was speaking beside everyone's ears. Zhang Xiaohua was envious. She looked at He Tianshu from the corner of her eyes and thought, "As expected of the first disciple. His inner strength isn't just a little bit higher than He Tianshu's."

Actually, Zhang Xiaohua's martial arts had already entered the Alley and could tell the level of Zhang Chengyue and He Tianshu's martial arts based on her intuition. However, if the two of them didn't really fight, how could she tell who was stronger and who wasn't?

What she relied on was the jealous look in He Tianshu's eyes.

Today was the third stage of the Martial Arts Exhibition. It was also the essence of the Martial Arts Exhibition. It was the most lively moment. All the disciples who had won in the previous stages had to show their skills today. Moreover, only today would Sect Leader Ou personally come to the stage. Even if Sect Leader Ou's vision was high, the people in the reed mats were all elders of the sect. If her performance was recognized by those people, wouldn't her future in the Misty School be bright?

Not to mention the disciples below the stage who were eager to fight, Zhang Chengyue on the stage took out a piece of paper and said with a smile, "First of all, congratulations to the seventeen disciples who won in the first stage of the Fledgling Hall's Common Cloth-Clothed Rank One disciples for successfully passing the appraisal of Common Cloth-Clothed Rank One.

Today, they will be challenging Common Cloth-Clothed Rank Two disciples. I hope they will have a result that will excite us.

In advance, we have already selected seventeen disciples from Common Cloth-Clothed Rank Two disciples. They will be in Stage One to Stage Five. Go to the various stages according to the order in which I read out the number plates and prepare for today's competition. "

After he finished speaking, Zhang Chengyue raised the paper in his hand and read, "Number One, Number Five, Number Twelve, and Number Thirty-One will be in Stage One. Number Two, Number Six, Number Twenty-Eight, and Number Thirty-Three will be in Stage Two. Number Three, Number Eight, and Number Forty-Nine will be in Stage Three. Number Fifty-Seven, and Number Fifty-Nine …" When he read to this point, he paused and frowned slightly. He seemed to be hesitating, but he still continued to read, "And Number Two Hundred and Fifty will be in Stage Five."

As soon as Zhang Chengyue's voice fell, there was a hubbub in the square. The disciples in the square were all Common Cloth-Clothed Rank One disciples. They had participated in the third stage of the Martial Arts Exhibition more than once or twice. Many of the older disciples had participated in more than ten sessions. They naturally knew that the contestants in the third stage were all Common Cloth-Clothed Rank One elites. Moreover, the number plates were given out according to the results of the first stage. There had never been more than one hundred disciples who entered the third stage. Even those who were less than fifty were extremely rare. But now, when they heard Zhang Chengyue read out Number Two Hundred and Fifty, those who had a slight idea of the number of Young Eagle Hall disciples this year would know that Number Two Hundred and Fifty was probably the last person to pass the first stage.

For such a disciple to be able to enter the third stage, this was probably an almost impossible matter.

Therefore, everyone inevitably began to discuss.

When Zhang Chengyue saw the reaction of the disciples, his frown deepened. He looked at the paper in his hand again and confirmed that he had not read it wrong. Only then did he lightly snort. That snort resounded throughout the square like thunder in everyone's ears. The entire square immediately quieted down.

Zhang Chengyue continued, "The rules of the challenge competition are the same as before. After the time it takes for three incense sticks to burn, if it's a draw, the challenger wins.

The list of Common Cloth-Clothed Rank One will end here. The list of the other ranks will be announced after the Common Cloth-Clothed Rank One competition is over.

Next, contestants, please come to the stage. "

After he finished speaking, Zhang Chengyue floated down the stage and walked towards the reed mat shelter. Following that, five older disciples also gracefully leaped onto the stage. They were presumably the Common Cloth-Clothed Rank Two disciples waiting to challenge them.

Originally, Stage One was reserved for the most outstanding disciple of the second stage. The competition on this stage was always the most exciting. Usually, it was packed with people. But now, many disciples were rushing towards Stage Five, wanting to see the true face of Contestant Number Two Hundred and Fifty. Today, Stage One was empty.

Seeing all the disciples walking towards Stage Five, how could Zhang Xiaohua not know their intentions? This fellow did not have any thoughts of success. He just curled his lips. It's not like they were watching a monkey show. Why were they so curious?

However, after listening to the rules of the challenge, Zhang Xiaohua still had a plan in his heart. Nonsense, the result of nine matches being a draw in the first stage. No matter what, he should have some experience in fighting a draw. If this third stage, he still used the guerrilla tactics of Big Dipper Magical Fist and Ethereal Steps, this draw would not be 45% certain. Thinking that he would be able to pass the third stage, Zhang Xiaohua could not help but smile.

The farce in this world was really not a small number.

He Tianshu and Zhang Xiaohu also looked at each other and smiled. They were also confident in Zhang Xiaohua's chances of a draw.

Zhang Xiaohua and the other two's footsteps were still a little slow. When they wanted to move, the five stages in the square had already been surrounded by many people. Moreover, there were already five commoner first stage disciples floating up.

To say that this Misty School was really worthy of the name "Misty". Every disciple's Qing Gong was powerful. Not only the two disciples competing on the stage, but the disciples below the stage had already occupied an advantageous position.

Zhang Xiaohua and the rest could only tiptoe and gather at the back.

At this time, the five pairs of disciples on the stage had already started fighting.

Although the five new commoner first stage disciples had just advanced, they were after all powerful figures. These five commoner second stage disciples were specially selected by Zhang Chengyue and the rest. They were not the top disciples and only represented the average strength of the commoner second stage disciples. Therefore, other than the disciple number 02 on the fifth stage who was gradually losing the upper hand, the other four stages were still in a situation where they were evenly matched.

Looking at the stage, the disciples who had passed with him were fighting with their real swords and spears. There were no tricks used. Zhang Xiaohua could not help but think of two words from the bottom of his heart: "Fierce!"

At the same time, Zhang Xiaohua looked at the fifth stage on the left. Although there was no suspense in the battle on the stage, he was still unwilling to leave. There were many disciples who were looking forward to the third battle. In his heart, he was also hesitant about whether or not he should use guerrilla tactics on the stage.

If it was about his true strength, he was most likely inferior to this commoner second stage disciple. After all, his internal strength was more than a year more than a first stage disciple. The application of skills was also many times more. At most, he could last for two incense sticks of time. Any longer and he would be exhausted. It was difficult to guarantee that he would not be kicked off the stage. But if he used the Ethereal Steps, he could only blindly move around. When the time came, although he could win with a draw, the difference in the martial arts of the competition was not just a little bit. Even compared to the commoner first stage disciple who was at a disadvantage on the stage, he was still inferior.

Presumably, he would be sneered at by the disciples below the stage. If that was the case, he would not want to enter the Misty Mountain Villa in the future.

To fight or not to fight, to lose or to draw, these were all questions.

The time for three incense sticks of time was quickly up. Except for the fifth stage, where the commoner first stage disciple failed, the other four stages all won or drew and directly obtained the qualification of the commoner second stage disciple.

Not to mention the disciples below the stage who were discussing with each other, even the higher-ups under the reed mat shelter were pointing at the few disciples on the stage and whispering to each other.

The reed mat shelter was right in front of the Assembly Hall's door. It was beside the stairs and was one head higher than the stage. It was just right to see all the battles on the five stages clearly.

When Ou Peng, Shui Yupeng, Aunt Qin, and the others saw that the young disciples were so energetic and had good results, they were all full of smiles and nodded their heads frequently. The other members of the Misty Six Tigers, as well as the Hall Master of the Divine Machine Hall, would occasionally lower their heads and say something to the disciples below. They must have taken a fancy to the aptitude of these young disciples and wanted to recruit them into the Hall.

After the first round of challenges ended, the second round began. The situation in the five arenas was basically the same as the previous round. Except for the fifth arena, the other challengers were all at an advantage. Thinking about it, the challengers were all ranked at the top. If they couldn't win, then it wouldn't make any sense. Perhaps there would be some suspense for the challengers at the bottom.

While everyone was thinking, the time for three incense sticks of time was up. It was still the fifth stage's challenger, No.04, who lost.

At this time, the disciples in front of the fifth arena gradually lost their curiosity. Contestant number 05 had already been defeated. Contestant number 705, even if he was strong, probably couldn't beat contestant number 05. Even if he was lucky enough to enter the third stage, if he couldn't provide any surprises, what was the point of looking at him?

However, since they had already missed the exciting battles on the other stages, there was still one more battle on the fifth stage. Everyone would make do and watch to see what kind of superhuman No.705.

On the fifth stage, the second stage disciples who were waiting to challenge had already jumped onto the stage. No.705. Zhang Xiaohua and Zhang Xiaohu, who had a ladder on his back, were squeezing through the crowd and overcoming all difficulties to get onto the stage. At this time, a disciple flew into the reed mat shelter and walked to Zhang Chengyue. He lowered his head and said something.

Zhang Chengyue's face changed greatly. With a gloomy face, he waved his hand and let the disciple go.

He thought for a moment, then quickly walked to Ou Peng's side and whispered a few words in his ear. Ou Peng did the same. His face darkened for a moment, then returned to normal. He frowned deeply and then said a few words to Zhang Chengyue.

Zhang Chengyue nodded and quickly walked out of the reed mat shelter. He jumped onto the first stage and said loudly, "Disciples, our Misty School has guests from afar. Let's end the Martial Arts Exhibition here. After we send off the guests, let's continue the competition."

Of the five stages, other than Zhang Xiaohua, the other four had just jumped onto the stage and could only jump back down. Zhang Xiaohua was squeezing her way forward. She stopped and smiled at Zhang Xiaohu and said, "Second Brother, let's go back. It's a good thing you said it early. If you waited until I was halfway up, wouldn't it waste my energy?"

At this moment, Zhang Chengyue waved his hand towards a certain direction and made a gesture. Nine consecutive bell tolls could be heard. It was the bell used by the Ethereal Sect to welcome their guests. The disciples in the square were also well-trained. They stood by the side obediently, leaving a path from the meeting hall to the outside.

Inside the reed mat shelter, Ou Peng heard the sound of the bell. He stood up, looked around, and walked out first. The others followed him and walked out of the square along the path left by the disciples.

Zhang Xiaohua and Zhang Xiaohu had never been in such a situation before. They didn't know where to put their hands and feet. Luckily, He Tianshu had been following behind them. He reached out and pulled them to stand in the middle of the group of disciples. They weren't tall and their positions weren't in the middle. Naturally, they didn't stand out and no one could see anything wrong with them.

When Ou Peng and the others left the square, the disciples were still standing with their arms folded. They didn't show any signs of leaving. Zhang Xiaohua couldn't help but ask in a low voice, "Captain He, what's going on?"

He Tianshu looked around and whispered in her ear, "I think people from the other sects in Jianghu came to visit. Nine bell tolls is an extremely high standard. I think it's people from the large sects like the Dalin Temple, Fragrance Sect, or the Righteous Alliance. Maybe it's the leader of Wan Jianfeng or the other sects."

Zhang Xiaohua asked curiously, "Could it be their leader?"

He Tianshu shook his head and said, "I don't think so. If their leader came, the bell wouldn't just be nine tolls, but eighteen. This is our Misty School's highest standard for welcoming guests."

Zhang Xiaohua asked curiously, "How is the standard for welcoming guests related to the sound of the bell?"

He Tianshu smiled bitterly and said, "This rule has been passed down since a long time ago. I don't know the specific meaning behind it. I only know that if a top figure of a top sect is to ring the bell eighteen times, the highest standard is nine times. A top figure of a sect that is on par with our Ethereal Sect is to ring the bell six times or three times. A normal sect is to ring the bell six times or three times.

If the leader of a sect comes, the bell tolls won't be used. "

Zhang Xiaohua nodded and seemed to understand, "In short, the bell tolls are used to differentiate the status of the guests and show respect.

But why isn't it ten or twenty? "

He Tianshu said, "Didn't I tell you? This is a rule passed down from a long time ago. As for why it's nine tolls and not ten, I don't know either.

Besides … "

At this point, He Tianshu paused for a moment. He looked a little hesitant as he said, "During the Martial Arts Exhibition, our Misty Sect will not receive any visitors. This is a rule that everyone in the Jianghu knows. But why did a distinguished guest come to visit us today?

Is there some other meaning behind this? "

Zhang Xiaohua said in surprise, "Really, Captain He, no one has ever come before?"

He Tianshu nodded and said, "That's right. In my memory, no one has ever come to visit.

I also read in some sect books that a long time ago, there were some arrogant people in Jianghu who wanted to use the Misty School as a springboard to show off in the Martial Arts Exhibition to attract the attention of the people in Jianghu. During the Martial Arts Exhibition, they came to visit our Misty School. However, before they could enter the Misty Mountain Villa, they were beaten until they pissed their pants and went straight back. How could they enter the mountain gate? "

Zhang Xiaohua smiled and said, "Maybe the leaders of other sects came on a whim and came to watch the competition."

He Tianshu still shook his head and said, "The Misty School's Martial Arts Exhibition is an internal competition. It's a competition to show the strength of the sect. How could we let other sects see such a secret?

Moreover, our Misty School's rule of not receiving guests during the Martial Arts Exhibition is well known in Jianghu. The leaders of other sects wouldn't do such a foolish thing. "

Hearing this, Zhang Xiaohu, who was at the side, interrupted, "Since nine bell chimes have been released, and Sect Leader Ou has personally gone out to welcome him, he must be an extremely important person in the Jianghu. Such a person would not interfere with our Martial Arts Exhibition for no reason. I think there must be something going on inside."

He Tianshu also nodded in agreement.

Zhang Xiaohua looked at the empty road and said, "Forget it. As the ancients said, if it's a blessing, it's not a curse. If it's a curse, it can't be avoided.

What's going to come will come. Let's wait for them to come. Let's wait and see. "

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