Chapter 1044 Convincing the Masses (2/2)

“There’s no need to explain to you whether or not it will be dependable. If you have any doubts, go find sect master Xuan Kun,” said Zhou Yuan in a friendly voice.

The smile on Bai Yu’s face turned rigid. How could he not feel the sharpness under Zhou Yuan’s friendly demeanor? This made Bai Yu somewhat angry. If not for Zhou Yuan’s status, what right would he have to say such things to him?

Bai Yu indifferently said, “Don’t be angry, little grand elder. I was merely thinking about our Tianyuan Region. The battle is a best of five. If an accident happens to you, the rest of us will be put under a lot of pressure.”

Zhou Yuan nodded. “How I perform is my business. You only need to maintain your own condition.”

In the face of Zhou Yuan’s superior attitude, Bai Yu could not help but clench his fists tightly under his sleeves. He ultimately restrained himself and displayed a cold smile. “Then I’ll wait and see. I hope that the little grand elder will not bring shame to the supreme sovereign when the time comes.”

As the final word rang out, he waved sleeves and left.

Zhou Yuan then turned his gaze towards Bian Buji, but before Zhou Yuan could speak, Bian Buji slowly said, “I don’t care where your power comes from. I naturally have no complaints as long as you win and preserve the dignity of our Tianyuan Region. But if we end up losing because of you, I will send a formal complaint to the five grand elders regardless of your status.”

He looked straight at Zhou Yuan without the slightest hint of avoidance, then also turned to leave.

However, Zhou Yuan was not angered by his bluntness. Dealing with someone like this was far better than Bai Yu, who played all kinds of little tricks.

Qin Lian said, “Bian Buji always speaks his mind. You shouldn’t find fault with him because of this.”

“Bai Yu, on the other hand, has definitely been pissed off, and he’s not a forgiving person.” Mu Youlan chuckled. From the contact they had previously, she felt that Zhou Yuan was not someone who would purposely put on airs. It was likely that he had intentionally put up an act to piss off Bai Yu because he did not like him.

Zhou Yuan nodded and asked, “Is the Great Five Alliance’s participant list for the Heavenly Sun Tower Battle already out?”

Qin Lian nodded. “It’s out. Every participant is a core pillar among the Great Five Alliance’s Heavenly Sun stage, and they are extremely powerful. None of them have a Genesis Qi foundation smaller than 1.5 billion stars. The Great Five Alliance has sent forth their best personnel this time.”

Zhou Yuan’s eyes widened slightly. The battles between the advanced Heavenly Sun stage was not going to be easy.

Qin Lian said, “We’re putting you last in the mystical creature battle. This way, you won’t need to fight if we manage to take three matches. I hope that you’ll be able to accept this arrangement.”

Although Zhou Yuan could temporarily boost his Genesis Qi to the 1.5 billion mark, Bai Yu was right—it was not a reliable solution. Hence, it would be best if Qin Lian and the others could take three matches, allowing Zhou Yuan to sit this one back. After all, his status was too special, and there would be substantial repercussions if he lost.

Under Qin Lian’s nervous gaze, Zhou Yuan helplessly answered, “I already told you that I’m not participating for fame or glory. I’ll happily accept any arrangement, even a victory without having to lift a finger.”

He knew that Qin Lian was worried that he would be too prideful and refuse to be someone who did not contribute. But the truth was that he did not care. He was only participating because he did not wish to put his fate in someone else’s hands.

He would be more than happy to sit back and watch Qin Lian and the others obtain a smooth victory.

Although he did not know whether he would be able to bring about a comeback if Qin Lian and the others lost, he would do his best if the time came.

Qin Lian secretly breathed a sigh of relief as a smile appeared on her usually stern face.

“I hope that everything will go well,” she said as she extended her hand.

Mu Youlan giggled and placed her hand on Qin Lian’s.

Zhou Yuan hesitated slightly before also reaching out. “I wish you guys victory. Bring glory to our Tianyuan Region.”