CHAPTER 1265: CHAPTER 1265: SHEN TU’S DECLARATION OF WAR

Xu Nian became the champion of the second round of the Immortal Order Competition?

The entire square seemed to explode with excitement.

Although the assessment of the Sky-reaching Tower doesn’t represent actual combat power, primarily because the body and cultivation used are not one’s own.

It is still closely aligned with real power rankings.

At least, it’s fair to say that Xu Nian’s strength fully qualifies him to be in the top three.

In this way, Xu Nian directly became the most dazzling presence in the entire venue.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the Immortal Order Competition stipulates that anyone entering the top ten in the Sky-reaching Tower can skip participating in the third round," announced the President of the Emperor Chamber of Commerce.

Xu Nian was taken aback, not expecting such a provision.

This was indeed amusing to Xu Nian, as he hadn’t anticipated that all three of his avatars would enter the top ten.

But this is also good, it avoids him encountering his avatars, preventing premature elimination.

Even if they meet in the finals later, reaching the finals means he can choose to eliminate one avatar.

After saying a few more words, the President of the Imperial Commerce announced the end of the second round of the competition.

The third round won’t start until the third day, and the fourth round has to wait several days.

Once the second round concluded, people quickly dispersed from the square.

However, Xu Nian’s Divine Demon Avatar was stopped at this moment.

The person who stopped him was none other than Jiang Shengtian.

The latter looked at Xu Nian with intense hostility in his eyes.

"I didn’t expect you to hide so deeply, it seems I have underestimated you," Jiang Shengtian said.

"What do you want to say?" Xu Nian sneered.

"No other reason, just to tell you, the Sky-reaching Tower assessment does not reflect my true strength. Should we meet in the final battle, I will kill you at the earliest opportunity," Jiang Shengtian looked down at Xu Nian with a disdainful gaze.

Xu Nian’s smile instantly became broader.

"Really? If you’re so confident, why bother telling me this? With your arrogance, shouldn’t you disdain to utter such words?" Xu Nian coldly smirked, with a strong sense of mockery in his eyes.

Jiang Shengtian was instantly enraged, yet did not know how to counter.

Ultimately, Jiang Shengtian flicked his sleeve and turned away.

Watching Jiang Shengtian’s departing figure, Xu Nian’s eyes flashed with intense killing intent.

He knew he and Jiang Shengtian were destined for a showdown.

As Jiang Shengtian himself said, his strength is far beyond the second level of the Eighth Tower.

The Sky-reaching Tower restricts a vast part of his power.

Of course, Xu Nian is not as simple as he seems superficially; if the three avatars merge, he is highly confident of easily killing Jiang Shengtian.

Jiang Shengtian left, and Xu Nian also intended to depart.

However, after only a few steps, another person blocked his path.

Xu Nian looked at the newcomer, somewhat surprised.

Indeed, the person was Shen Tu, the young man clothed in animal skins.

This Shen Tu rarely spoke, barely interacting with anyone.

During the first round of the competition, he was neither high-profile nor entirely low-profile.

Basically, he would kill if he had enemies and go into a daze if he didn’t.

During the second round through the Sky-reaching Tower, his speed was not fast.

However, each time he went through a level, he was incredibly steady.

Each level seemed to proceed smoothly.

So although everyone was aware of his strength, they did not have a profound impression of him.

Because this person lacked personality.

The audience likes geniuses, apart from being strong, a key factor is having an engaging personality.

Those who exude arrogance at their core are more favored by the audience.

Of course, Shen Tu still had some supporters.

Xu Nian was somewhat curious why this guy would come find him.

Could it be he wants to declare war, just like Jiang Shengtian?

"Your strength is considerable; I perceive a dangerous aura around you," Shen Tu said, his tone harboring hostility.

"You are strong too; the Ninth Level of Profound Argumentation in this Immortal Order Competition is considered the best," Xu Nian said with a smile.

For some reason, he didn’t dislike Shen Tu.

"It’s not enough. I must get first place; therefore, if we meet in the finals, I will go all out, even to death I must defeat you," Shen Tu said, his eyes carrying resolve.

"Eh? Why do you insist on first place?" Xu Nian expressed surprise.

Shen Tu’s determination piqued his interest.

"Because of family glory, our Desolate Clan has been dormant for long. I’m the only hope for the rise of our clan, I don’t want to disappoint my father," Shen Tu said.

Xu Nian was somewhat astonished and suddenly felt a little pity for Shen Tu.

On Shen Tu, he sensed a strong aura of solitude.

Perhaps his personality isn’t inherently coldhearted.

Instead, the burden of his race weighs solely upon him, making him silent at a young age.

Without thinking, he could imagine how Shen Tu has spent these years.

His father must certainly be an extremely strict role.

"Have you ever thought about living for yourself, even just once?" Xu Nian thought for a while before voicing the question.

Shen Tu fell silent, not speaking.

Finally, after a long time, he looked up at Xu Nian and said, "Thank you, but I still intend to go all out in this Immortal Order Competition. For the Desolate Clan, I will pursue victory at any cost; maybe after this battle, I will consider living for myself."

After speaking, Shen Tu turned and left.

Xu Nian watched Shen Tu’s departing figure, shaking his head helplessly.

It seemed he wasn’t alone in carrying a heavy burden, Shen Tu’s pressure was just as significant.

However, he believed Shen Tu already understood the meaning of his cultivation, while still fighting for the Desolate Clan.

But the meaning has changed; this time it is for himself, to account for all his efforts over the years.

"Hope he comes around, though if we really meet in the final battle, I won’t hold back either," Xu Nian smiled slightly, then turned to leave.

When Xu Nian returned to the VIP room, the Denor Emperor looked at Xu Nian with eyes of burning enthusiasm.

"Xu Nian, you’re here. I really didn’t expect you to win first place in the Sky-reaching Tower Competition, it indeed surprised me," the Denor Emperor said with a smile.

"Just a bit of luck, and the Sky-reaching Tower doesn’t represent true strength; everything still hinges on the final battle," Xu Nian said with a smile.

"Haha, don’t be modest. Come, I’ll take you to a place that might help improve your strength in the coming days," the Denor Emperor said with a smile.

"Eh?" Xu Nian was somewhat surprised.

But in the next moment, the Denor Emperor directly grabbed Xu Nian and pulled him into a spatial vortex.

Xu Nian just felt a dizzying whirl, and the next moment he found himself in another space.

As he looked at the scene in front of him, he revealed a surprised expression.