"What are they doing?"

On the premium viewing stand, someone curiously asked.

At the invitation of Xuan State's Domain Master Chi Rang, the mirror image showed the Xuan State troops assembled in a barren mountain pass. It seemed they were ready to leave, but then they spread out on the spot, not looking like they were about to retreat at all.

Now the mirror image seemed sentient, knowing when to zoom in and when to zoom out.

On the last day, no more fees were charged for the mirror image, or rather, the subscription privileges for the various sects ended since it was anticipated that the big shots would interfere too much on the final day. What if, after payment, the conference ended and the sect disciples had left before their turn came? Refunding not only disgusts people but also causes trouble and was deemed unnecessary.

Mulan Qingqing and Shi Chun appeared in the mirror image.

Originally unclear, Mulan Qingqing's white attire stood out like snow, and then Wu Jinliang's broadsword was quite noticeable from a distance. These two details together made those operating the Heavenly Mirror realize something.

Thus, the image quickly zoomed in, showing Mulan Qingqing and Shi Chun face to face.

Young Master Nan lit up instantly inside the room by the window, he rushed to the window and leaned on the sill to watch.

He had wanted to request a view of Shi Chun earlier, but those controlling the Heavenly Mirror said it was no longer open to the outside, stating he had no right to request it anymore, causing him to hold back.

The Sect Leader of Wukang Mountain and two elders looked even more upset, wishing they could chop those two miscreants into pieces and feed them to dogs. The conference could now be concluded and they could leave; why hang around in Xuan State anymore, why continue to embarrass Wukang Mountain?

The Sect Leader began to experience Elder Ke's previous agony and was already thinking about how to kill these two dogs satisfyingly.

Although Xiang Laner was also in the frame, she was not taken into account.

Miao Dingyi watched the screen and shook his head frequently, "How will these guys wrap it up after coming out?"

Lan Qiaoyan and Miao Yilan also looked worried. Gong Shaoci, standing by, thought to intervene by contacting someone if necessary, but he decided to hold back the words at the last moment, having learned from past mistakes, deciding instead to wait and see.

The attention of those from Xuan State also focused on Shi Chun and Mulan Qingqing, eagerly anticipating the duel between this "engaged couple."

Guann Yingjie, feeling the atmosphere, was sick to his stomach as if he had swallowed ten thousand flies, upset to see his pure senior sister's reputation tarnished like this.

"This duel has nothing to do with others," Mulan Qingqing spoke when facing Shi Chun, "after I make my move, I won't hold back."

The deep meaning in her words was understandable only to the parties involved; it had nothing to do with our previous issue, the present advantage could only depend on one's abilities.

It was also a test to see Wang Sheng's stance, to see if he would renounce his earlier promises, and moreover, it was an attempt to gauge the depth of Wang Sheng's loyalty.

Of course, there was also confidence in her own strength.

Shi Chun responded with a light smile, "As long as it's fair and reasonable, I don't care about winning or losing. We've already lost on our side; you've given us another chance, proving the magnanimity of your great sect. That alone is enough; there's no need to hold back."

Those who knew the inside story laughed awkwardly at this statement, especially Mulan Qingqing whose heart squirmed uncomfortably.

She pondered, once the real count of the Insect Extreme Crystal is revealed, Wang Sheng's new understanding of their sect's shamelessness, given the disgrace Su Yuan Sect had already caused, people's scornful impressions of Su Yuan Sect, and her own hideous face, might never change.

But she had no choice, personal morals had to bow to collective interests. To snatch these crystals, they had committed murders and endless atrocities; they couldn't worry about one act of deception.

If they could resolve the issue merely by deceit, avoiding mass slaughter, that was already being extremely generous.

She could only comfort herself in this way.

In fact, she had been suffering a lot recently; outwardly cool and detached, but internally tormented, having done too many things against her own moral beliefs. She didn't know how she would cleanse the sense of guilt in her heart after returning.

Shi Chun immediately added another line, "Actually, I think there's nothing much to compare. Just proceed as originally planned, calculate the Insect Extreme Crystal numbers clearly, pay what is due. If you have no objections, let's handle it this way; I'll go and persuade them on that side."

Holding the big knife, Wu Jinliang couldn't hold back and interjected, "Yes, I also think it's best to be completely honorable. I don't want to do things against my conscience."

Wan Daoyuan and the others all stiffened. They had prepared to this extent, and you raise this?

Even Mulan Qingqing displayed a slightly unnatural expression.

Wang Sheng's frankness made them slightly panicked inside, allowing them to personally experience the fear that evil spirits feel in the face of great righteousness.

Wan Daoyuan forced his emotions to turn swiftly, quickly interceding, "Brother Wang, let's not digress further. Everyone had already agreed, creating controversy now will make it impossible to explain to the Domain Master after we leave."

Tang Zhen: "Brother Wang, you flipping and flopping like this makes it very difficult for us."

Li Shanshan: "Yes, flipping back and forth, why didn't you object earlier? If we go out later and people accuse us of breaking our word, what then?"

Seeing their intense reaction, Shi Chun raised his hand to stop them, "Forget it, let's say I didn't suggest anything. Let's just compete. But I must say, I don't like doing things against my conscience. Once we enter the arena, I won't be fooling around; Mulan, don't fault me if you lose!"

He threw back the pressure previously put on by Mulan Qingqing.

This statement put immense pressure on Wan Daoyuan and the others, suggesting that he was sure Mulan would lose. Was this guy really that strong?

Mulan Qingqing was instantly brimming with a fighting spirit and resolutely said, "Bring it on!"

Liking to absorb the spirit of combat, how could Shi Chun be afraid of fighting? He had long been looking forward to this battle, extremely eager to make a name for himself in this fight. He was also ignited by the opponent's words, his blood boiling. Yet, on the surface, he remained calm, nodding with a smile, "Okay!"

Wan Daoyuan, serving as the host on this occasion, realized this would be the pinnacle duel of the Sky Rain Meteor Conference. Before attending the conference, he hadn't anticipated this scene. He felt both excited and greatly pressured, but, fortunately, if the sky were to fall, there would be someone tall enough to uphold it.

He took a deep breath, pointed to a stone platform behind him, and said, "Brother Wang, bring out the Extreme Crystals, let's set them all here—winner takes all. Don't worry, with so many people watching, no one dares to snatch them."

It was a stone platform carved from a boulder on the spot, already piled with a large number of black cloth bags, obviously prepared by the elite troops for the Extreme Crystals.

Such preparation was clearly to prevent the other party from reneging or refusing to hand them over later.

Shi Chun directly activated his right-eye superpower to inspect. With this divine ability, naturally, there was no need to blindly step into traps. After all, his physical body had become even more robust, a little extravagance in vitality was something he could afford.

In each black cloth bag, there were Extreme Crystals emitting a blue light. However, it seemed they were only filled halfway; the top layer contained Extreme Crystals, while at the bottom, there seemed to be something else, possibly stones.

The right-eye superpower had its awkward aspects, it could be described as an anomaly between illusion and reality, able to see many things normally invisible, but unable to see ordinary stones and dirt. He could look down and see a certain state within his body, yet he couldn't see through the obstruction of his eyelids—once his right eye closed, darkness prevailed immediately.

He knew that the elite troops would fake things, but he didn't expect them to be so cautious.

Wu Jinliang also knew they would fake things here. Seeing Shi Chun constantly provoking this side, he couldn't help but spontaneously ask Shi Chun, "Big Brother, should I go check it out?"

Even Xiang Laner, who was pretending to be depressed among the spectators, couldn't help but shift her eyes to look at him.

Mulang Qingqing, Guann Yingjie, and Wan Daoyuan on the other side were already terrified, though they managed to keep their composure without showing much reaction on the surface; in reality, they all had stopped breathing.

The same question ran through their minds, What should we do?

It really was a case of their worst fears coming to pass; if the other side insisted on checking, they couldn't very well stop them.

Although they had prepared for an inspection, layering a real top layer, such preparations were superficial and could not withstand serious scrutiny.

If the truth were to come out, it would be disastrous. Not to mention the humiliation, they wouldn't get the objects either.

Losing face like this, to people who didn't care about face, didn't matter after achieving success. Numerous self-consolations were available after success; it was the disgrace of failed attempts that many couldn't accept.

Shi Chun was silent for a moment, and this silence nearly snapped the onlookers' nerves. It was as if he withdrew his foot right at the doorstep, "We're all major sects, not petty people; there's no need for that. Go, get our Extreme Crystals as well."

This statement was, in reality, an insult.

Not just Wu Jinliang knew how to play this game; he did as well. The two brothers, each picking up on the other's cues as seasoned partners, always played together.

Their disregard for the external observers was also embedded in this reprimand.

However, those who were scolded felt surprisingly relieved and not at all embarrassed by the scolding.

After feeling comfortable, Mulan Qingqing felt embarrassingly awkward as she realized that shamelessness could indeed become a habit.

Wu Jinliang, understanding the insult, chuckled and said, "Alright, I'll go now."

After speaking, he turned and dashed off. Only their siblings had come here this time; not only to greet but also to ask how the competition would proceed, as it was impossible to continue leaving the decisions to undercover traitors now.

Wu Jinliang followed everywhere, and with him by Shi Chun's side, Shi Chun felt reassured, his vigilance from the Land of Exile still intact; Shi Chun dared to entrust his back to him.

Xiang Laner was purely following to observe.

Shortly, Wu Jinliang, having returned swiftly, carried all the black cloth bags and walked up the sloping terrain, placing all the bulging bags on the stone platform.

With each movement, his body also swayed with a robe patched together like Xiang Laner's; previously, he had specifically asked to borrow Xiang Laner's robe. Xiang Laner refused, saying he was too big and it wouldn't fit properly, so an annoyed Wu Jinliang then made his own, even adding sleeves.

In actuality, he had given the Treasure Robe to Shi Chun.

Shi Chun also didn't wear the Treasure Robe on the outside but wore it under his outer garment.

Having set down the items, Wu Jinliang patted the bags and announced to everyone, "They're all here."

Shi Chun immediately raised his hand indicating, "Ladies and gentlemen, our items are all here, you can check them."

Xiang Laner concluded that these two brothers weren't just coarse but truly daring; such obviously counterfeit items, which would be exposed if even slightly touched, were boldly presented to challenge the fundamentals of others. This was not just disregard for one person but for an entire group, simply audacious.

Wan Daoyuan cheerfully said, "No need for that. Counting so many items would take time, anyway, there's nothing much to count. After all, it's agreed, the winner takes all, they can't escape, nor deny it."

Tang Zhen and others also nodded in agreement.

Wan Daoyuan didn't want to dwell more on this matter, quickly distracting Shi Chun and the others, and gesturing with his hands, he asked, "Mulan, Brother Wang, if there's no objection, shall we start the competition now?"

Knowing his intentions, Mulan Qingqing didn't say much and quickly cooperated, leaping into the competition arena.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Shi Chun also soared into the arena.

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