The Outer Mountain Competition had two stages.
In the first, each contestant left a sword energy mark on the Sword-Querying Jade Tablet.
Of course, it could also be blade energy, fist force, palm power, etc.
The tablet displayed a score based on attack strength.
Only those ranking in the top one hundred could enter the second stage.
"Sword-Querying Jade Tablet?"
Jiang Feng murmured.
As he pondered, a three meters long green jade tablet was carried out.
The whole tablet exuded an ancient and weathered aura.
Especially a deep sword scar in the center caused heart palpitations.
Upon first seeing the tablet, Jiang Feng's Sword Intent stirred restlessly...
Like a hunter seeing prey, eager and excited.
This...
A strange light flashed in Jiang Feng's eyes.
"Senior brother, may I ask you something...?"
Jiang Feng asked an Outer Mountain Disciple nearby.
The disciple was surprised and flattered by the polite tone.
Jiang Feng was Royal Profound Realm First Heaven while he was only Qi Accumulation Realm Ninth Heaven.
Calling him senior brother showed great respect.
"Brother, you're too modest. Though now a Menial Disciple, after this Outer Mountain Competition, you will soar. Then I'll call you senior brother for sure!"
The disciple smiled warmly.
"Thanks. Do you know the origin of that Sword-Querying Jade Tablet? It seems extraordinary."
Jiang Feng asked.
"Tut tut tut... you asked the right person. Legend says the tablet is extraordinary..."
"Our sect leader found it a hundred years ago in an ancient secret realm."
"See the sword scar on the tablet?"
"Supposedly left by an ancient sword cultivator's epiphany, said to have mysterious and formidable power..."
"Whoever comprehends it will gain great benefits."
"Hehe... but it's just a rumor. The tablet's been here for centuries..."
"Many outer sect experts came to see it but found nothing significant."
The disciple explained carefully.
Jiang Feng nodded slightly, thanked him.
His gaze stayed on the tablet.
"Left by an ancient sword cultivator...?"
Jiang Feng whispered.
Soon, disciples were arranged into lines to test.
One by one, they stepped before the tablet.
The first drew his sword and took a deep breath.
He slashed sword energy at the tablet.
"Disciple #1, score 456, next please."
The clerk by the tablet announced.
Next disciple stepped up and struck sword energy.
Most Demon Sky Sword Sect disciples used swords, few chose other weapons.
"Disciple #2, score 551, don't dawdle, next."
The clerk continued.
Batch after batch tested.
Over two hundred had tested quickly.
Jiang Feng was number 456, so he didn't wait long.
Watching, he roughly understood the meaning of scores.
Qi Accumulation Realm Ninth Heaven disciples usually scored 700-800 points.
Qi Accumulation Realm Perfection disciples could score around 1,000 points.
Breaking 1,000 points meant Royal Profound Realm First Heaven.
"Look! Senior Brother Gu Yuetian is up..."
"Tut tut tut... he's the recognized second strongest after Qin Feifan!"
"I heard Senior Brother Gu aims to defeat Qin and claim first!"
"Gu Yuetian also broke through to Royal Profound Realm Sixth Heaven. I wonder who's stronger!"
"I think Qin Feifan is stronger."
"Who knows..."
Among the chatter, a powerful disciple slowly walked to the tablet.
It was Outer Mountain elite Gu Yuetian!
Jiang Feng glanced once and looked away.
His aura was indeed impressive.
But to Jiang Feng, it was ordinary.
Clang...!
Gu Yuetian quickly drew his sword and slashed sword energy at the tablet.
After a muffled sound, a score appeared on the tablet.
"Disciple #245, score 3,599, next!"
Wow...!
Everyone gasped softly.
This was the highest score so far.
The previous highest was only about 1,200 points.
Gu Yuetian's score was almost three times that.
And he looked so casual, not using full strength.
What would his full strength be?
Before guesses arose, a new roar went up.
After Gu Yuetian came Qin Feifan, his rival!
Qin Feifan was acknowledged as the Outer Mountain's top disciple.
Unlike Gu Yuetian's stern face, Qin Feifan smiled and nodded greetings.
He looked very calm.
Gu Yuetian frowned.
Next, Qin Feifan walked to the tablet.
But he did not draw his sword; he simply waved his hand.
Swoosh!
A sword energy shot from him, hitting the tablet.
Immediately, a score appeared.
The clerk glanced and smiled playfully.
"Disciple #243, score 3,600."
Everyone was stunned.
This was one point higher than Gu Yuetian's.
Wow...!
Such precise control was terrifying.
And Qin Feifan had not drawn his sword.
Strength comparison was obvious.
"Hmph! What's there to show off!"
Gu Yuetian snorted and left the stage.
Qin Feifan smiled and also left.
With the two main contenders done, the rest were less interesting.
Over a hundred more tested.
The highest scored 1,750.
Others were ordinary.
"Disciple #409, score 810, next!"
The clerk announced.
Jiang Feng stretched and walked to the tablet.
After two hours, it was his turn.
His appearance attracted many eyes.
A Menial Disciple with Royal Profound Realm cultivation was rare.
Even Sky Origin Sword Tomb Sword Guardians looked at him; many cheered him on.
Deacon Xiao stared, puzzled.
"Sword Guardian? Royal Profound Realm First Heaven...?"
"Six months to reach Royal Profound Realm First Heaven? Such speed is monstrous!"
"What great fate did this kid obtain?"
Deacon Xiao muttered curiously.
Jiang Feng reached the tablet but did not draw his sword.
Instead, he raised his right hand.
Everyone was confused.
Was he imitating Qin Feifan, directly releasing sword energy?
No way!
He was Royal Profound Realm First Heaven.
Using full power, he could easily enter the top 25.
But if reckless and failed to enter the top 100, he'd be eliminated and die of shame...
However, Jiang Feng's next move shocked everyone more.
He did not activate Sword Intent nor use any fist technique.
He just calmly approached the Sword-Querying Jade Tablet.
What was he doing...?
Was he even going to test?
Many waited impatiently.
Whispers began...
Then, suddenly.
Boom...!
A sharp aura burst from Jiang Feng.
It seemed to twist space and shake the heavens.
Jiang Feng closed his eyes, merging with this powerful force.
Deacon Xiao on the steps suddenly stood up.
"Goodness! He's..."
"Having an epiphany...?!"
Deacon Xiao's eyes went blank, shouting in shock...
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