Chapter 991 (1/2)

Chapter 991: Ramped Up

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio  Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Boom!

In the dark space, lightning raged within the black clouds, a violent aura covering the entire area. A few shadows, surrounded by a spiritual light, flew carefully at a low altitude within the space. They looked pathetic, frantically trying to avoid the lightning that continued to strike them.

This was the third level of the Body-refining Tower, and the shadows belonged to Zong Teng, Han Shan, and the others. They had entered the third level at a fast speed, arriving well before the rest. But, after entering, they had slowed down suddenly. It was apparent that the third level was much tougher than the other two levels.

Spiritual light surged around Zong Teng, and a golden feather floated before him. The golden feather was filled with ancient runes and exuded an overbearing fluctuation.

Every time the violent lightning struck, the golden feather would let out a ray of golden light to divert the lightning. Thus, although the lightning that had been dispersed struck Zong Teng, it could not harm him.

This feather was the treasure of the Heavenly Roc Clan, formed by the feather of the Golden-winged Roc. Although it was not conducive for use in attacks, it was good for protection, thus making it a precious divine weapon. It was apparent that Zong Teng had prepared himself well for the Body-refining Tower.

“That guy seems to be lagging far behind.” Before he made a move, Zong Teng looked behind him, no longer feeling Mu Chen’s spiritual energy fluctuation. Mu Chen had obviously not gotten out of the second level.

Zong Teng smiled and sneered. Mu Chen was an interesting person. He had used some means to overtake them to the second level, but he was now back to square one in no time.

“What a disgrace.”

This was how Zong Teng viewed Mu Chen. If Mu Chen had followed behind them at a consistent pace, no one would have noticed him. However, he was too eager to stand out and impress everyone. Now that he had fallen hard, after rising up so high, the Nine Netherbird Clan would surely be mocked by the rest of the clans.

“Ink Blade is not an easy one to deal with.” Zong Teng looked at the red burning flame in the distance. Whenever lightning struck, the red flame would absorb much of the force, so he was not deterred.

Although Zong Teng had not fought with Ink Blade before, he knew that Ink Blade was as powerful as Nine Nether. Thus, he would have a hard time, should they face off against one another.

“The rest of the people should be able to get into the third level, but they will not be able to go any further than that.” Lightning flashed across the sky and Zong Teng’s eyes glittered.

From what he knew, as long as one was prepared, he would have no problem getting through the third level. However, once they were at the fourth level, most of them would be eliminated regardless.

No matter what, Zong Teng was not worried. Although he would have a tough fight with Han Shan, Ink Blade, and the rest if he wanted to be the champion, he had full confidence that he would be among those who would enter the fourth level.

“We’ll see who has the last laugh. I am not afraid of any of you!”

A cold light flashed across Zong Teng’s eyes, then he pushed away his thoughts and increased his speed. As he went, he golden feather continued to divert the lightning away from him.

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“Very soon, Zong Teng and the rest will go deep into the third level. This seems to be the most crucial part, as half of them will be eliminated at this level.”

The top powers outside of the Body-refining Tower watched the third level on the screen, talking among themselves.

“Mu Chen is still not taking any action. If the nine of them get deep into the third level and he is still not there, he will be eliminated.”

Someone looked at the light spot on the second level and felt sorry for Mu Chen. Soon, he would be kicked out of the Body-refining Tower.

When Liu Qing saw this, she was overjoyed. Mu Chen was too presumptuous. He had climbed up high, but now, he had fallen hard. He had not only brought disgrace to himself, but to the Nine Netherbird Clan as well.

Liu Qing turned to look at Nine Nether, who looked calm. However, Nine Nether was grasping her fists, so it was apparent that she was still a bit worried.

Liu Qing saw that and sneered in her heart. Although half of them would be eliminated, Mu Chen would break the record for being eliminated before entering the third level.

Mo Ling stood beside Nine Nether and looked worried. She knew that the Nine Netherbird Clan would be mocked if Mu Chen was eliminated. Moreover, the elders would be furious…