As the date for the Ranking Battle approached, Ancestor Dragon City became increasingly bustling.
Outside Ancestor Dragon City, on the training grounds, huge battle platforms had already been built, resembling great mountains.
Outside the battle platforms, the place swelled with crowds.
As the most grand gathering of the young generation of the Central Province Human Clan, the King List Ranking Battle was bound to attract all the Heavenly Prides of the entire Central Province.
Everyone wanted to make a name for themselves in one battle, secure a spot on the King List, and become one of the young generation’s kings.
"There are quite a few new faces in this edition of the King List, and there are probably some dark horses among them."
"Indeed, every Ranking Battle is destined to witness a change of the old and new Heavenly Prides, an old generation replaced by a new."
"However, although there are many dark horse newcomers, it is still very difficult to shake the top giant kings."
"That may not be the case. The other day, a cultivator fought against Ye Kurong in Ancestor Dragon City and even forced out his Holy Wood Dharma. I wonder which Heavenly Pride he is."
The training grounds were filled with the discussions of young Martial Artists.
Lin Yi and Lu Qingcheng stood on the periphery, looking at the sea of people in front of them, feeling somewhat emotional.
At this moment, a member of the Lan Hua Society spotted Lin Yi’s figure and immediately shouted, "Look, Brother Lin Yi is here!"
Countless eyes around them all turned towards Lin Yi, many people displaying quite excited expressions as if they had seen their idol.
Recently, Lin Yi’s name had spread widely, not just because of his reputation as one of the Central Province’s Five Great Demons but also because of his recent battle record, even Sword Saint’s disciple Jing Wuyi had fallen under his hand.
Lu Qingcheng, possessing the exceptional Water Spirit Treasure Body and being a precious daughter of the Luo Family, also held a noble status in Central Province.
Thus, people naturally stepped aside, clearing a path for Lin Yi and Lu Qingcheng.
From among the Lan Hua Society, a stunningly beautiful woman stepped forward — it was Yan Qingrou, the leader of the Lan Hua Society.
Her gaze fell on Lu Qingcheng, "Aren’t you going to introduce us?"
Lin Yi seriously introduced to everyone: "This is my partner, Lu Qingcheng."
Members of the Lan Hua Society all looked at Lu Qingcheng with surprise on their faces. Lu Qingcheng, this valued daughter of the Luo Family, known far and wide for her Water Spirit Treasure Body in Central Province. They hadn’t expected their relationship to be so close.
"Don’t listen to his nonsense!"
Lu Qingcheng’s face flushed with embarrassment, "We’re just friends right now!"
However, as soon as Lu Qingcheng spoke, Yan Qingrou immediately caught the implication behind her words and laughed, "Just friends for now, so you mean that might change soon, right?"
Other members of the Lan Hua Society also brightened up, it seemed there was indeed something special between these two!
Many female members of the Lan Hua Society felt a surge of regret. After learning that there was no issue between Lin Yi and Chi Yuan, they had set their sights on Lin Yi, fantasizing about something happening between them. However, they didn’t envision that Lin Yi would have such a deep relationship with Lu Qingcheng, the precious daughter of the Luo Family. Even if they were not yet partners, they seemed very close.
Others simply had no chance to intervene.
How envious, jealous, and resentful they were!
From afar, Ye Kurong watched this scene, his fists clenched, his eyes nearly spouting fire.
"Knowing that Lu Qingcheng is the woman Brother Ye has his eyes on, yet daring to be so intimate with her, this Lin Yi really doesn’t seem to respect you at all, Brother Ye!"
Just then, a mocking voice suddenly floated over from one direction, it was Hao Yanluo.
Yet, Ye Kurong merely glanced at him and said coldly: "No need for you to fan the flames. If I confront this boy, I will make him understand what it means to oppose me!"
"Brother Ye has misunderstood. I’m not trying to fan the flames."
Hao Yanluo shook his head, "I want to cooperate with Brother Ye! Let’s join forces and suppress this boy together!"
Ye Kurong looked at Hao Yanluo with some surprise, "You also have a grudge against this Lin Yi?"
Hao Yanluo looked coldly at Lin Yi, "This kid killed two Venerables of our Jiuyou Demon Hall and has formed a blood feud with us. I intend not just to suppress him; I want to take his life!"
Ye Kurong nodded, a hint of murderous intent flashing in his eyes, "This boy is the stumbling block in the path between me and Qingcheng. If he doesn’t die, I have no chance!"
Ye Kurong had seen the affection between Lin Yi and Lu Qingcheng. Without removing the obstacle that was Lin Yi, he could never win Lu Qingcheng’s heart.
Hao Yanluo said, "During this Ranking Battle, we can’t kill him directly. Let’s first ensure he doesn’t enter the top ten of the King List."
As long as one entered the top ten of the King List, there would be a reward of Half-Saint Blood. Half-Saint Blood was too precious; they absolutely couldn’t let Lin Yi get his hands on it. Otherwise, it was hard to guarantee he wouldn’t use the Half-Saint Blood to enhance his strength further.