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"Uh..." Gu Huang's expression was somewhat astonished, as he had been injured and was a beat slow to react. It was understandable that he, already not very high in the Arena, was suddenly knocked out and hit dozens of times in quick succession.
At this moment, Ren Pingsheng was on the Arena, surrounded by Cloud Mist, with countless Wind Blades and flashes of blades colliding continuously, the roaring sound filling the entire Tianwu Square. The initially imposing blade light, after cutting through half of the Cloud Mist, surprisingly lost its momentum. Entangled by the Cloud Mist and consumed by the Wind Blades, it gradually disappeared.
As the Cloud Mist receded, Ren Pingsheng stood calmly on the Arena. He glanced at Gu Huang, who had already fallen outside the Arena, nodded slightly, and without returning, directly named another opponent to challenge, easily securing victory.
At this point, Ren Pingsheng's total score was nine points, with two matches remaining, one of which was a challenge against Xuanji Zi. However, he took a glance and skipped it. Having just fought against Gu Huang, he had a good understanding of his own strength. There was no need to challenge the Top Ten Experts now.
"Forget it, you don't need to challenge me anymore; I admit defeat," Gu Huang quickly waved his hand when he met Ren Pingsheng's gaze. It was he who had challenged Ren Pingsheng earlier; that had been his last match. Now it was Ren Pingsheng challenging him.
Unfortunately, he had been injured in the previous match. Even at full strength, he would not be Ren Pingsheng's opponent; let alone now when he lacked confidence after having his strongest move blocked.
"Alright! Then let's end it here." Ren Pingsheng also gave up on challenging Xuanji Zi. Moreover, since Xuanji Zi still had one opportunity to challenge him left, it effectively meant he lost two Duels in total.
However, because he had defeated Li Daosheng and Gu Huang, he still ranked second overall. He successfully advanced into the top twenty and gained the opportunity to compete for a spot in the top fifteen and top ten.
Ren Pingsheng's victory also marked the end of the fierce competition in Group Ten, allowing many to breathe a sigh of relief while also raising their estimation of Ren Pingsheng, the leader among the Four Dark Horses. Defeating experts like Li Daosheng and Gu Huang undoubtedly showcased his strength comparable to that of the Top Ten Experts.
Although he did not face Xuanji Zi in battle at last, they expressed understanding; after all, having just dueled with a strong opponent had taken a toll on him. If there was no assurance of victory, giving up was indeed the best choice.
"Very well, now that the rankings for all ten groups have been established, tomorrow we will begin the seventh round of Round Robin. The seventh round will be divided into nine groups; this time the top two from each group will form the first group to compete for rankings from first to twentieth."
Night Sky Bright paused before continuing: "Then each group with identical rankings will form another group. For example, those ranked third will become the second group competing for rankings from twenty-first to thirtieth. The fourth group will compete for thirty-first to fortieth rankings. The ninth group will compete for ninety-first to one hundredth rankings."
"Tomorrow will be about competing for rankings from twenty-first to one hundredth; that is from the second group to the ninth group’s Round Robin matches lasting three days as before. After these conclude, we will move on to the competition for the first group."
The audience left with admiration for Ren Pingsheng. Those who made it into the top twenty began paying attention to him since they would soon become opponents. With enough competitors vying for spots in the top fifteen and even top ten rankings already, they could not afford to be careless with another contender emerging.
"Ren Pingsheng, you are becoming increasingly inscrutable; your strength is truly astonishing. I fear many are already discussing you!" Situ Kong remarked oddly.
"What do I have to hide? It's just that my opponents haven't been strong enough," Ren Pingsheng replied calmly.
"Hehe... so what is your goal this time?"
"Goal? Naturally it's to enter Ascension Pool. Your Profound Meaning insights are ahead of mine; I need to catch up—this is my best chance."
"It's too vague. For people like you and me, getting into the top ten isn't that difficult. I mean, which rank are you preparing to compete for?" Situ Kong asked curiously while twirling his wine glass.
"Which rank? How can that be determined? Even among the Top Ten Experts, there are a few hidden talents whose strength I can't fully grasp. You only know after competing against them," Ren Pingsheng shook his head and replied.
"You're right; indeed, there are a few individuals whose strength is hard to fathom. For example, there's Zhuge Changtian from the Heavenly Martial Academy and Murong Ming from the Murong Family. There are a few others who are equally enigmatic."
"Hehe, you forgot about that quiet one over there," he chuckled lightly, glancing at Tang Sheng, who was sitting silently nearby.
"I almost forgot you mentioned it. Brother Tang Sheng is also a master. He has now entered the top twenty; he might even become a rival later!" Situ Kong laughed heartily.
"Why bring me into this? My strength may be decent, but unfortunately, I'm not as formidable as you think. At least a few people's strength surpasses mine," Tang Sheng opened his eyes and smiled lightly.
"Forget about that; let's drink. After all, our Match is still three days away. There's no need to worry now. If we meet, it will just be a straightforward battle," Ren Pingsheng said, raising his wine glass with a smile.
"Haha, you're right; it's just one battle!" This sentiment resonated well with Situ Kong, who immediately agreed.
The seventh round of the Round Robin involves the competition for ranks twenty-one to one hundred. Even if the top twenty do not have Matches, they still need to gather at Tianwu Square. However, most of them are in closed-door training, while those interested watch the Matches of individuals they care about.
Among the geniuses entering the top twenty this time, Ren Pingsheng recognized a few, such as Xuan Wudao and Yun Xingzi from the Xuanjian Sect, Xu Chang Kong from the Bajiangmen, as well as Situ Kong and Tang Sheng. All of the Top Ten Experts have made it in as well. Even though Ouyang Zi lost to Zhou Luofeng in one match, he still ranked second and entered the top twenty.
Adding to that are the Three Dark Horses: Wan Xuan from the Wandan Sect and three other geniuses he didn't recognize. Their strength is impressive; aside from Tang Danqing, none are below Perfect Sect Level.
Of course, luck plays a role too; for instance, Gu Huang and Li Daosheng are both Half-Step Monarchs. Because they gathered together, they were both eliminated. If they had been placed in different groups, they would undoubtedly have made it into the top twenty.
As for other geniuses from Snow State that Ren Pingsheng knew, they lost during their Duels and missed out on entering the top twenty. However, all of them made it into the Top One Hundred and are competing for their respective ranks.
"You really did well to make it into the top twenty; it seems I underestimated you before," Xuan Wudao said from a distance with a nonchalant glance.
"So what?" Ren Pingsheng replied without even lifting his eyelids, unhurriedly responding.
"Nothing much; I just can't stand your arrogance. When I encounter you later, I'll make sure you understand how formidable my Xuanjian Sect is."
"Oh really? I'm looking forward to seeing how you'll teach me a lesson then."
Their conversation was brief—just a few exchanges—but it piqued the interest of nearby geniuses. They were all competitors within the top twenty; seeing other rivals act this way naturally entertained them. It would be best if they could fight right now to gauge each other's strength.
Although they weren't particularly interested in Matches themselves, the spectators and martial artists without Match qualifications were thoroughly enjoying these Matches. Even those competing for ranks beyond twenty are top-tier geniuses from the Nine Great States; their strength is certainly not lacking.
Looking at the madness in the Audience Seats and the rising clamor, one can easily tell. The exciting matches of these individuals have already captured their attention.
After Ren Pingsheng broke through from Wood's Profound Meaning to Four Parts, he abandoned his understanding of Wood's Profound Meaning and began to comprehend the fusion of Cloud Realm. His duel with Gu Huang yesterday made him aware of the level of strength among the Top Ten Experts.
Especially that final strike; although it was somewhat hasty and not in peak condition, he still managed to block it using Wind and Cloud One Sword, which was fused to seventy percent.
Now, his fusion of Cloud Realm has reached seventy-six percent, with seventy percent being most of his strength. However, among the Top Ten Experts, there are certainly varying levels of power. Some are comparable to Gu Huang, whom he can still handle. But naturally, there are those stronger than Gu Huang, which would pose a danger for him when the time comes.
After all, his time understanding Profound Meaning has been too short. If he had one or two years, achieving fifty or sixty percent would be no problem. However, the Rising Dragon Conference cannot wait; if he wants to achieve a better ranking, he must cherish every moment. The more he fuses with Cloud Realm, the greater his chances of victory.
Although Gu Huang and Li Daosheng were eliminated from the top twenty for various reasons, their strength remains formidable. In the competition for rankings over these three days, they were virtually unstoppable.
In the end, Gu Huang easily secured the twenty-first position, while Li Daosheng placed twenty-second after losing to Gu Huang. Other talents ranked according to their victory points.
Ren Pingsheng's acquaintance Cheng Batian ranked twenty-eighth, while the other three he met at Sword King Tomb ranked between thirtieth and fiftieth place, each differing.
After three days, the rankings from twenty-first to one hundredth in the Rising Dragon Conference have been completely revealed. Various forces from the Nine Great States have representatives on the list, though their ranks vary. Of course, some unfortunate individuals did not make it onto the list at all, which is unavoidable.
When Night Sky Bright announced that starting tomorrow there would be a Round Robin for the top twenty, Tianwu Square erupted in excitement. They knew that what was coming next would be the most thrilling and intense part of the entire Rising Dragon Conference.
Everyone eagerly anticipated tomorrow's Round Robin; the gambling houses in Jizhou City were packed. For each of the top fifteen, top ten, and even first place contenders, every genius had different odds. Betting correctly could lead to a significant profit, enticing countless people.
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