Starting with warding off evil and disaster, one can ascend to immortality after countless tribulati

The next day, Cheng Ya arrived at the quiet room early to wait.

Seeing that Jiang Ming had already woken up and was holding his breath and concentrating on practicing his internal energy, they saw that he was now awake and focused on his internal energy cultivation.

He couldn't help but chuckle, bending down to hand her a nourishing pill.

"Is the pressure really that great? Don't worry about it. Even if you accidentally make a mistake, I'll have your back."

"Just a habit." Jiang Ming swallowed the pill with a flirtatious air, slowly stood up, and revealed a sharp glint in his eyes. "Just wait to collect the Earth Spirit Milk."

"Look at you, so capable. Be careful during the match, don't damage your foundation."

With a few chuckles, Cheng Ya smiled brightly as she led Jiang Ming toward the competition venue, repeatedly giving him instructions based on her experience.

Tongzhou City, Zhen'e Division.

Several monks dressed in official robes, armed with weapons, maintained order as onlookers gradually entered the venue.

Upon closer inspection, it turned out that all of the dozen or so cultivators from the Evil Suppression Division present were at the late stage of the Qi Refining Realm.

No wonder Zhou Yi once said that if you anger the Zhen'e Division, even the Wanfa Sect will have to avoid its sharp edge; such a foundation is truly terrifying.

"Miss Cheng, what kind of cultivation method does the Evil Suppression Division practice?"

"Why are there so many people at the late stage of the Qi Refining Realm?" Ignoring the upcoming competition, Jiang Ming asked in confusion.

Cheng Ya was happy to answer this question, and as she led Jiang Ming into the venue, her eyes were full of envy.

"The celestial officials do not need cultivation techniques; their cultivation relies entirely on the laws of the celestial dynasty."

This item is Zhou Jun's supreme treasure. Officials of the Zhou Dynasty can use this item to quickly improve their cultivation.

In layman's terms, the higher the official rank, the greater the power, and these positions are mostly hereditary, making them virtually impossible to attain without a powerful background.

Looking at the imposing official with surprise, Jiang Ming immediately understood why Cheng Ya had that expression.

No need for arduous cultivation; one can acquire cultivation simply through official rank. Such an opportunity is truly enviable.

Unfortunately, such good fortune can only be passed down through bloodlines and marriage.

Sigh, it's all just selfish scheming.

After a moment of reflection, Jiang Ming walked into the training ground and looked around at the densely packed audience seats, feeling as if he were in the Colosseum in ancient Rome.

After saying goodbye to Cheng Ya, Jiang Ming set off to meet up with his two teammates.

Han Cheng nodded in acknowledgment, while Cheng Wuyang looked away, seemingly lost in thought.

A moment later, several elderly men in fine clothes nodded in agreement.

The officials of the Anti-Evil Bureau immediately announced the start of the competition.

With a wave of his hand, the celestial official silently erected ten sturdy iron-plated arenas.

Each arena is divided into three areas, forming a defensive triangle that is very suitable for defense, as long as someone dares to attack.

Teammates in all three directions can support each other immediately and launch a counterattack.

Stand patiently in the Cheng family's position and wait.

"Let's begin. As long as the seating arrangement remains unchanged within the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, I will announce the final result."

At the celestial official's command, the atmosphere in the entire arena immediately became tense.

After exchanging a glance, Jiang Ming and his two companions immediately took action.

Han Cheng may seem cunning and shrewd, but he is actually quite reliable when it comes to fighting. He was the first to step onto the seventh arena and take his place.

Cheng Wuyang followed closely behind, and as soon as he stepped onto the stage, he engaged in a fierce battle with the disciples of other families.

The fruit he cultivated was the Thunderfire, and compared to Jiang Ming, his methods were even more violent and terrifying.

One person was seriously injured in the process.

Looking at his two fierce teammates, Jiang Ming felt reassured.

The Soul Devouring spell raged on, silently eroding the enemy's condition. Then, seizing the opportunity, a Furnace spell was unleashed upon the enemy on the arena.

"Sister Ya, we've taken over Arena number seven!" With wide eyes and a cheerful shout, Cheng Yun chirped like a little sparrow, announcing the good news.

Closely monitoring the changing situation on the field, Cheng Ya was not optimistic. She spoke heavily, "We can't be too happy yet. The competition will become more and more intense as we go on."

Moreover, the Liu family is almost stabilizing the No. 5 arena. They seem to be deliberately getting closer, and they might launch a surprise attack in a little while.

At that point, Jiang Ming and his men will be attacked from both sides.

After listening to Cheng Ya's analysis, Cheng Yun's expression changed slightly, a hint of worry flashed across her pretty face, and she looked nervously at the arena, remaining silent.

They learned about the relationship between the Cheng and Liu families in advance.

Jiang Ming was already very wary, and seeing that the Liu family was about to stabilize the situation, he quickly intervened and unleashed several Furnace Spells in succession.

The three members of the Liu family were immediately in a very sorry state. They were attacked from all sides and all suffered minor injuries. They glared at each other fiercely, their killing intent palpable.

"good!"

"Well done! Even more decisive than my Cheng family disciples! What is Wu Yang good for?!"

"She deserves a reward! Cheng Ya has excellent judgment; she's recruited a capable assistant for our Cheng family!"

Seeing the Liu family suffer a great loss in silence, the Cheng family members in the audience cheered loudly.

They were all refreshed and radiant.

Meanwhile, the Liu family next door remained silent, looking at the arena with disappointment and frustration, slapping their thighs in anger.

"..." Silently watching the sudden change in the situation on the stage, Cheng Ya helplessly rubbed her forehead, feeling a little amused.

Ultimately, it was because she didn't trust Jiang Ming enough; she should have realized it sooner.

How sinister must someone be to readily succumb to temptation?

On the fighting stage, sensing the hatred from the Liu family, Han Cheng was filled with confusion.

While making his move, he scolded, "Brother Jiang, why do this? Our own situation isn't stable yet, why provoke them?"

With a maniacal grin, Qin Wuyang, though his eyes were bloodshot, still managed to raise the corners of his mouth.

He remained unusually clear-headed when facing the Liu family, glaring at Han Cheng and sternly rebuking him.

"Shut up, Jiang Ming, you did a great job. I'll hold them off here. You continue attacking the Liu family!"

"When you return home in triumph, I will reward you handsomely!"

Seeing Qin Wuyang's attitude change drastically.

Jiang Ming saw this and was secretly pleased. Although this person was arrogant, he was not stupid.

Jiang Ming nodded emphatically. He used the fire in the furnace to harass the Liu family, while at the same time frantically using the Soul Devouring Spell to absorb the surrounding spiritual energy.

After a full incense stick's time of intense fighting, his condition remained at its peak, showing no signs of decline.

Staring at Jiang Ming with unbearable pain, the three members of the Liu family looked ashen-faced as if they had eaten shit.

At this moment, they are under immense pressure, their hearts heavy as if they were carrying a mountain on their backs.

No one expected that Jiang Ming, who seemed harmless, would resort to such insidious tactics.

Before you know it, flames will rise in your abdomen, causing unbearable burning pain.

Not only do they have to defend against attacks from other families on the arena, but they also have to deal with the fire magic in the furnace.

Unfortunately, most of the spells they practiced involved direct confrontation.

Without quelling the conflict here, there's no way to disrupt the Cheng family's situation.

Gritting his teeth, Liu Zhi, the leader, had a glint in his eyes. He turned to look at his two kinsmen and quietly used a secret technique to transmit his voice.

"Let's put down our arena first and launch a full-scale sneak attack on Qin Wuyang!"

With the most powerful Thunderbolt down, the two guest elders of the Cheng family are no longer a threat.

"Don't hold back! If you can kill him with a single blow, the clan elders will surely reward you handsomely when we return!"

After exchanging a glance, the three members of the Liu family immediately jumped off the stage and pounced on Qin Wuyang like hungry tigers.

In an instant, they launched their killing moves simultaneously!

Sensing the danger, Jiang Ming dared not hold back any longer.

Clang!

A clear, ringing sword rang out, and in an instant, a severed arm was cut off!