Time Travel: I'm a Flower Thief

Gu Santong's words immediately caused an uproar among the crowd, with many martial arts figures echoing his sentiments:

"Excellent! The Nine Hidden Dragons each possess unique skills; it's a perfect opportunity for them to compete!"

"Old brother is right. We were once full of vigor and ambition, but now it's time for the younger generation to take the lead!"

In just a few words, the voices of approval had already become the mainstream, and any occasional concerns were overshadowed by this momentum.

Upon seeing this, Situ Rui nodded in approval.

"Since you are all willing to grant our request, then so be it! Today, the sword-testing will be decided by the nine rising stars present!"

"We kindly request that the nine outstanding individuals proceed to their designated positions on either side of the arena, and once the rules have been announced, this grand sword-hunting competition will commence."

After he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the room instantly reached its peak.

The first to set off was Yan Li from Mingjian Manor.

He was dressed in a white sword robe, with an otherworldly appearance. He carried two long swords on his back and was followed by a black-clad maid carrying two maces. He went straight to the first brocade platform on the east side.

His expression was calm, exuding the noble aura of a young master from a prestigious family.

Following closely behind was Lu Fang, dressed in a Taoist robe, looking elegant and otherworldly, with light and quick steps.

As he passed Xie Xiaoyi, he smiled and nodded at him before leaping to the west side of the brocade platform, opposite to Yan Li's.

The young monk Hu Si from Dajue Temple, dressed in a monk's robe, walked up to Xie Xiaoyi, put his hands together, and bowed in greeting.

"Thank you, benefactor. I never expected to meet you here."

He had a good impression of Xie Xiaoyi—simply because Xie Xiaoyi's thousand taels of silver helped him and his master complete the construction of the scripture library at Dajue Temple much earlier.

Upon spotting Xie Xiaoyi in the crowd, he immediately stepped forward and greeted him.

Xie Xiaoyi quickly returned the greeting with a fist and palm salute.

"I didn't expect Master Tiger Rhinoceros to be here at the World Society too?"

The young monk, Tiger-Rhinoceros, raised his eyes and smiled, his brows and eyes carrying a hint of the clarity of a young monk:

"Dajue Temple recently received a letter from the World Society. My master said that this sword-hunting event is a rare sight, so he sent me down the mountain to broaden my horizons."

After speaking, Hu Si bowed slightly and then walked steadily toward the brocade platform on the west side.

Everyone was surprised. There are so many talented people in the martial arts world. How could such a young monk be on the list?

Immediately following, Xue Xiaoqi of the Western Demonic Sect appeared, dressed in fiery red, her eyes sparkling with charm and allure, her radiant and sharp aura unabashedly displayed.

She gracefully stepped onto the stage with light, butterfly-like steps, and as soon as she landed on the western brocade platform, she attracted the attention of many righteous disciples.

She didn't seem to care at all, instead raising an eyebrow and scanning the entire room.

"There's no need for you to look at me like that. Our Western Religion signed a treaty with the Central Plains long ago, and we are now living in peace."

Everyone present understood what was being said.

Back then, the leader of the Western Demonic Sect, Qi Ye Jun, suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Cui Ju Qing of the Kunlun Heavenly Sword Sect. After the two sides made peace, they established a rule of non-aggression.

However, Qi Ye Jun later died from his serious injuries, and his wife Yue Xiao Shen succeeded him as the sect leader. Unexpectedly, both mother and daughter made it onto the list of the number one sect in the world.

Immediately afterwards, Ding Yi, Luo Yidao, and Xiao Lingyun from the Kunlun Heavenly Sword Sect arrived together, all dressed in blue sword robes, and took their seats on the brocade platform on the east side.

Finally, all eyes turned to the last person in the crowd.

Xie Xiaoyi knew perfectly well that, in terms of family background, social standing, and lineage, he was no match for these scions of prestigious families on stage.

Originally just a supporting role, now that things have come to this, I have no choice but to take the plunge.

Which side should we go to?

His gaze swept across the area, and his eyes were suddenly drawn to the figure in red on the west side—

Xue Xiaoqi had a slender figure and stunning beauty, so beautiful it was dazzling.

Xie Xiaoyi's heart stirred, and without further hesitation, he secretly exerted his strength and suddenly used the Divine Dragon Tail Swing from the third form of the Great Dragon Skill.

With a sudden push off the ground, his body soared into the air, like a light, fleeting shadow across the sky, and in the blink of an eye, he landed steadily on the western brocade platform.

The jump was clean and swift, so fast that it caught everyone off guard, and a burst of cheers erupted from the crowd.

Many martial arts heroes were praising it, and even Situ Rui and his companions on the high platform had a hint of admiration in their eyes.

The nine rising stars took their positions, while the five on the east side exuded a captivating aura with their flowing robes.

The four on the west side possessed hidden talents and formed their own faction.

The East and West platforms faced each other across the distance. As the cheers in the arena gradually subsided, all eyes were focused on the high platform.

Situ Rui sat upright in the main seat, his gaze slowly sweeping across the brocade platforms on the east and west sides. The four people behind him stood at attention.

The mountain has no ridges when it is clad in black iron.

Hai Wuyan, in his moon-white brocade robe.

Ze Wubo held the booklet in his hand.

Chuan Wujie, dressed in a green robe and wearing a jade belt.

With four top experts from the mountains, seas, rivers, and lakes flanking them, the grandeur of the number one manor in the world was instantly amplified, and everyone held their breath, awaiting the manor lord's instructions.

Situ Rui spoke slowly, his voice not loud, but it resonated throughout the entire venue thanks to his profound internal strength.

"Listen carefully, everyone! Originally, we were going to divide the opponents into two groups for this sword challenge, but now that you gentlemen have taken your places on the east and west sides, it has saved us a lot of trouble."

These words reached the ears of over a thousand people, each syllable clear, and everyone was secretly astonished—

The foundation of the number one manor in the world is indeed well-deserved! This sound transmission skill can only be mastered to such a level by those without an eighth-grade cultivation.

Having said that, Situ Rui's gaze swept over the nine people on the stage, and his tone suddenly changed:

"Now that the east and west seats are clearly defined, let's arrange the matchups as follows: five people on the east side and four people on the west side. One person on the east side will have to fight two against one."

This may seem unfair, but for those in the martial world, what matters is the swift retribution and the assessment of strength. This arrangement, in fact, will better reveal the true nature of the matter! Does anyone have any objections?

After a short while, the room fell silent, with no one responding or objecting, clearly indicating their agreement.

Seeing that no one objected to the brocade platform on the west side, Situ Rui waved his hand slightly, and Chuan Wujie behind him immediately took two small brocade boxes and flew to the center of the martial arts arena, with an upright posture and solemn expression.

"I will be in charge of this match. I have already drawn the lots in the box. Now we will draw lots, and the outcome will depend on luck."

After saying that, Chuan Wujie slowly opened the lids of the two brocade boxes and began to draw lots.

"First match: Xie Mo on the west flank versus Xiao Lingyun and Luo Yidao on the east flank!"

"Second match: Xue Xiaoqi on the west side versus Yan Li on the east side!"

"Third formation, Tiger Rhinoceros on the west flank versus Lin Zhuoying on the east flank!"

"Fourth formation, Lu Fang on the west flank versus Ding Yi on the east flank!"

The moment the words left his mouth, the entire room erupted in uproar.

Everyone was astonished that Xie Xiaoyi had drawn the most dangerous situation of fighting two opponents at once.

Even more surprising was that Xue Xiaoqi had to face Yan Li, the top-ranked player on the Hidden Dragon List, and undercurrents instantly surged in the East and West Brocade Terraces.

After Chuan Wujie finished reading the list, he raised the lot together and showed it to everyone to prove that it was fair and honest. Then, holding the brocade box, he bowed and retreated to the ground below the platform.

Xie Xiaoyi cursed inwardly.

What incredible luck!

It's a small world that enemies meet again. A year ago, she was almost killed by two sword strikes from Xiao Lingyun. This time, in addition to her senior brother, there's also Luo Yidao.

Fuck!

Xue Xiaoqi is truly a femme fatale; I should have never come to the West Jintai.

Oh shit!

My infatuation with lust will eventually ruin me.