Chapter 271 - Nangong Fengyun
A lot of people took part in betting on the matches. If one consistently made accurate predictions, they could potentially amass a fortune.
Nie Yuan, with his third-level cultivation, was average at best. Predictions varied, with some speculating he could win up to five consecutive matches, while the majority placed their bets on two or three victories.
The first challenger, a martial artist in their forties, had a similar cultivation level to Nie Yuan. It could be said that they were about the same in strength.
Boom!
Nie Yuan stood in the middle of the arena. He used only ten moves to send his first opponent flying off the arena.
“Crap! I misjudged him. Nie Yuan may have come from a third-rate small sect; being the number one disciple, he must have received guidance from his sect’s experts. I’m afraid he can win five matches in a row.”
“Right, right, we’ve misjudged him. Luckily, I only bet fifty primeval stones. It’s not too much.”
“......”
Nie Yuan’s first battle surprised the onlookers. Some of them even expressed their regret for betting wrongly. New n0vel chapters are published on
Chen Fan, however, watched calmly. Even if he lost his bet, it was only a hundred primeval stones; he wouldn’t cry over it.
Soon, another third-level Yuanfu realm martial artist jumped on stage and fought Nie Yuan.
This person’s strength was decent, being slightly stronger than the first. He exchanged over a hundred moves with Nie Yuan before the latter seized an opening and sent them flying.
Nie Yuan won for the second time.
“Haha, I’ll win as long as he wins one more match,” Chu Xuan’er said excitedly.
The atmosphere in the battle palace heated up after Nie Yuan won two matches in a row. Spectators in the stands erupted into wild cheers.
Under the crowd’s wild cheers, a youth who seemed to be in his early twenties stepped into the arena. He had a fierce aura and robust cultivation; his gaze was sharp as a sword. He brandished a blade, and his blade qi whistled through the air.
Nie Yuan squinted. He knew he had come across a strong foe.
The two engaged in a fierce back-and-forth battle, unleashing explosive qi that sent shockwaves in all directions, even causing the fighting arena to tremble.
Some nearby people recognized Muye Xiao and murmured among themselves.
“Haha, I’ll be honest, Nangong Wan’er. Your efforts? They are meaningless. Your bloodline is bound to get removed as one of the primary bloodlines at this Bloodlines Martial Meet.
“Of course, you can’t blame any of this on us. If you want to blame, point your fingers at your aunt, who brought shame to our clan. The removal of your bloodline as a primary bloodline is the consequence of her sins!"
A light immediately flickered in Chen Fan’s eyes.
Aunt? My mother, Nangong Yue, is Nangong Wan’er’s paternal aunt?
Chen Fan did not expect that. [2]
Chu Xuan’er could not listen to it anymore and said, “Hmph, why the arrogance, Nangong Fengyun? Let me enlighten you—Sister Wan'er has already recruited someone. See this guy? He's Big Brother Dongfan."
Nangong Fengyun’s gaze immediately fell on Chen Fan. He sized up Chen Fan momentarily and said, “Oh. Did you really promise to fight for her in the meet? You better weigh your choices carefully. I hope you won’t end up walking on the wrong path; I heard it leads to death!"
His words carried a subtle yet evident undertone of threat.
Nangong Fengyun smiled and said, “Of course, if you decide to join our Star Bloodline and fight for us, I can double Nangong Wan'er’s offer! Her Moon Bloodline is already on a decline. I’m sure they can’t offer you anything good.”
Nangong Wan'er's face sank, concerned that Chen Fan might reconsider.
Chen Fan said indifferently, “Hoho, thanks, but no. Your Star Bloodline doesn't pique my interest. As for the path leading to death... I am a really lucky person, and not just anyone can threaten me.”
Nangong Wan'er breathed a sigh of relief.
Nangong Fengyun squinted, revealing an icy intent.
After a brief pause, he adopted a light smile and said, “Hoho, alright, very well. Then I’ll look forward to your performance at the Bloodlines Martial Meet.”
Chen Fan curled his lips and turned his head away, not paying any attention to him.
1. Interestingly, I thought he is surnamed Mu at first, but it turns out he’s surnamed Muye, a Japanese family name that should be Makino if Google didn’t fail me. There’s no Japan in this universe, and no other language has been revealed, so I’ll leave it as Muye. ☜
2. Meaning he didn’t think their relationship would be so close, being the child of Nangong Yue’s brother. He thought they would have a more distant relationship. ☜
