Chapter 51: First Place in the Sect Competition

“Incredible, simply incredible! Long Zhan has already cleared out most of the contestants on the stage, but now Wu Tian stands alone against more than thirty opponents—what a breathtaking scene!”

“Wu Tian is bound to lose. Those thirty-plus are all elites among the younger generation. Even if Wu Tian has regained his strength, there’s no way he can win against so many!”

“Unless Wu Tian has reached the level of a First-Class Martial Spirit, it’s impossible for him to fight ten with one!”

Witnessing the shift in the arena, the disciples watching from outside were all stunned. The situation was simply too thrilling. On Long Zhan’s side, there were over thirty people; on Wu Tian’s side, only two, including Wu Tian himself.

“Charge with me! Take down Wu Tian!” Long Zhan raised his sword and shouted, “Wu Tian, I admit you’re strong, but no matter how strong you are, you can’t overcome sheer numbers! Today, you’re destined to fall at my feet!”

“Damn you, Long Zhan, you shameless bastard! I’ll take you on today—Boss, I’m with you to the end!” Niu Wuji, naturally standing by Wu Tian’s side, showed not a hint of fear despite facing more than thirty opponents. He hadn’t expected much from the sect competition, but Wu Tian brought him this far. Now, being able to lend a hand was enough for him.

Yet before Niu Wuji could charge forward, Wu Tian leapt into the air.

“Winds rise and clouds surge! All of you, fall!” Wu Tian soared, swinging his Black Dragon Blade with devastating force toward the thirty-some charging adversaries.

With a deafening boom, a tremendous shockwave erupted from Wu Tian’s position. In an instant, a massive whirlwind, centered on Wu Tian’s blade, swept outwards. This storm, born of his domineering blade energy, carried an overwhelming might, as if to sweep the world clean.

“Charge together! Take down Wu Tian, now!” Long Zhan roared, brandishing his sword. But as the others charged, he himself hung back, clearly knowing full well Wu Tian’s strength—he was sending them forward to exhaust Wu Tian’s energy.

Suddenly, the whirlwind before Wu Tian exploded forth, crashing into the thirty opponents. In a flash, they were engulfed, even Long Zhan at the rear swept up in the tempest.

A chorus of agonized screams rang out as the thirty-some combatants were flung like rag dolls. Their faces, hands, and feet were covered in countless tiny cuts.

Long Zhan, the strongest among them, barely managed to protect himself with his energy, but even he could only hold out for a few seconds before collapsing to one knee, blood streaming from his wounds, coughing up mouthfuls of blood.

At that moment, Wu Tian landed lightly from the air, exhaling heavily. “Phew, that was exhilarating. I used almost half my energy, but the effect was well worth it.”

“Ow!” Now, only Wu Tian and Niu Wuji remained standing on the stage.

“Boss… you’re incredible! Absolutely incredible! You’re my idol, my lifelong idol!” Even Niu Wuji, having witnessed Wu Tian’s might, stood dumbstruck. To defeat over thirty, all elite disciples of the younger generation, was the very definition of dominance.

Wu Tian smiled slightly, gripping his Black Dragon Blade and pointing it at the defeated heap, shouting, “Who else? Damn it, who else?!”

His only answer was a field of groans and wails. The hall, built to hold hundreds, fell into a deathly silence. Liu Qingxu, trembling with excitement, rose from her seat, murmuring, “Only eighteen years old, and already a First-Class Martial Spirit. And in the Qitian Sect’s branch, no less. Such talent—I must have him!”

Who could compare to Wu Tian? Facing thirty-six opponents alone, and bringing them all down with a single strike—who else could be so domineering?

At this moment, the hearts of every disciple were filled with shock—so deep that not a single word could be uttered.

The referee, barely recovering from his own shock, hurried outside to consult with the sect leader and the elders. He simply didn’t know what to do. Originally, ten were supposed to pass the final test, but Wu Tian had left only two standing. What was to be done now?

After some discussion, the referee finally announced the results. “Attention, all disciples of the Qitian Sect! Due to unforeseen circumstances, I, as referee, must make an announcement. First, the two disciples remaining after this sect competition, Wu Tian and Niu Wuji, are directly promoted to the top ten. Wu Tian, demonstrating overwhelming strength, is hereby awarded first place. The remaining eight spots will be filled from among the other thirty-six disciples, but as all are presently injured, the contest for those positions is postponed!”

A great commotion erupted among the onlookers as they finally snapped out of their astonished daze.

No one had expected Wu Tian to take first place. In fact, few thought he would even make the top ten. But now, the results were irrefutable—Wu Tian had claimed the championship, defeating thirty-six disciples before everyone’s eyes. Such strength was truly worthy of first place.

“Who would have thought Wu Tian would end up as champion? I never would have guessed!”

“Two years ago, Wu Tian was our number one prodigy. Now, having returned to his peak, I always believed he could do it.”

“So domineering! Especially that final strike—earth-shattering, enough to move gods and ghosts. I bet today’s battle will be recorded in the annals of the Qitian Sect!”

Wu Tian’s overwhelming presence had shaken every disciple to their core. From believing he was worthless, to doubting him, and now, finally, respecting him—Wu Tian had proven himself with his own strength. He had shown them who was truly the Qitian Sect’s top talent.

“Hahaha… Boss, we did it! We actually did it! I made it into the top ten—I qualify to train at headquarters! And now I’ll have the chance to follow you, Boss, for even greater things!” Niu Wuji, overjoyed by the referee’s announcement, threw his arms around Wu Tian. He’d always wanted to go to headquarters, but never thought he’d have the chance. Now, thanks to Wu Tian, he did—how could he not be excited?

“Alright, cut it out. Hugging me in front of everyone—what will people think? What if some girl secretly fancies me and misunderstands?”

“Wu Tian! Wu Tian!” In that moment, the hall resounded with shouts of his name. Wu Tian had won everyone’s respect with his strength.

Yet in a shadowed corner, He Jiang’s gaze grew even darker as he watched Wu Tian claim first place. Clenching his fists, he seethed inwardly, “So what if you’ve won? You became a cripple once before, and I can make you a cripple again. Just you wait, Wu Tian!”