Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2120 Chapter 1002: Xuan-Chara Sword Discussion (Part 2)

While Xun Zixian chatted in a relaxed manner, he abruptly stopped and found himself stealing a glance toward Mo Hua.

He'd frequently come across tales of Mo Hua's adventures.

Fire Buddha, Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, Rouge Boat, Dragon King Temple... plus the Solitary Mountain tomb...

All of these count as "killing formations," moments teetering on the edge of life and death.

Mo Hua navigated through every one of these perilous ordeals from start to finish without a single mishap, emerging completely unharmed—it's truly hard to believe. What's even more astonishing is that after facing so much, he still appears pure and wide-eyed, fitting right in with the group like a typical disciple "unaware of worldly ways."

A fierce wolf hiding under a sheep's fleece, slipping among the herd, seeming even more "innocent" than the sheep around him...

Xun Zixian let out a soft sigh and adjusted his words:

"Most of you haven't faced such killing formations, so making quick choices in those situations is really tough for you."

"That's why the competition rules were set six hours ahead of time."

"This six-hour window acts as a preparation phase for you to talk things over, make plans, and get ready for the sword discussion."

"But remember, once you step out of the sect and into the cultivation world later on, plenty of threats strike in an instant, giving you no extra moments to ponder or respond."

"The sword discussion serves as both a contest and a way to hone your skills..."

"Yes, Elder!"

The disciples replied with utmost seriousness.

After that, Xun Zixian shared a few key warnings and allowed everyone to get ready independently.

Even though he claimed to let them prepare alone, it was really to give Mo Hua some space.

Mo Hua rounded up the Junior Brothers joining the "Xuan" character sword discussion in the familiar little grove, guiding them on strategies and formation setups as always.

Yet his help could only go so far.

All the essential guidance had been covered ages ago.

The required drills had been drilled to perfection.

Spiritual artifacts and formations were fully in place.

During the actual fight, Mo Hua couldn't direct things; in the "Xuan" character round, it would mostly rely on how these disciples handled themselves in the moment. Once Mo Hua finished his advice, time remained, so he sent the disciples off to the practice area to rehearse by themselves.

Mo Hua also joined Linghu Xiao and the others to work on Taoist skills nearby, thinking ahead to the sword discussion and pondering which techniques to display for all to see...

At the same time, up on the elevated platform, the Sect Leaders from Taixu, Tai'a, and Chongxu came together, observing the disciples' intense practice sessions, a mix of satisfaction in their eyes but also a shadow of worry weighing on their minds.

"The Yellow Character Bureau is finished, those easy times are gone..."

The Tai'a Sect Leader murmured with a sigh.

Although the Taixu and Chongxu Sect Leaders stayed silent, they inwardly agreed completely.

What anyone else could notice, these Sect Leaders grasped just as well.

The honor of "Sword Discussion First" tempted these Sect Leaders like a priceless Immortal Pill or rare Spiritual Treasure.

Once they've savored the thrill of leading, it's tough to release it.

They all knew full well that this top spot was just short-lived, merely "on loan," and would have to be handed back eventually.

Still, when the moment to "give it back" actually arrives, that inner discomfort hits hard.

Humans are inherently greedy...

Even the typically composed Taixu Sect Leader found it challenging to keep steady after tasting this "glory and gain."

When genuine benefits are at stake, even the coolest-headed individual struggles to

remain composed.

Staying composed just means the stakes aren't high enough yet.

"Tough fights await ahead, these young ones face a real challenge..."

"True..."

"It kicks off tomorrow..."

The Xuan Character Sword Discussion commenced.

Taixu Gate's sword discussion position was on the verge of sliding downward

gradually.

Like a blunt blade scraping at meat, the advantages they'd built up were being carved away

slice by slice.

The three Sect Leaders sipped their tea in quiet reflection.

The following day, the Xuan Character Sword Discussion kicked off for real.

Before their bouts, the competing disciples learned the event styles, with most sticking to the Yellow Character Bureau's "chaotic battle" style.

Just a handful pulled "siege," "defense," or "decapitation" variations.

Evidently, shifting into the Xuan Character Bureau wouldn't bring sudden upheavals just yet.

The sword discussion styles evolved in a step-by-step manner, helping disciples adjust bit by bit.

During the opening day of the Xuan Character Sword Discussion, Mo Hua wasn't required to join in.

His matchup against the Twelve Streams was set for the second

day.

So on that first day, he focused on watching, checking out how his Taixu Gate Junior Brothers performed.

Across the vast Fangtian painter's projection, every sword discussion unfolded with heart-pounding intensity.

Prodigies from the different sects launched into serious clashes.

As anticipated, Taixu Gate's outlook started to darken.

While the Taoist Soldier formations, spiritual artifacts, and formations could boost the weaker cultivators, this kind of "boost" had its bounds.

Plus, with only so much practice time for Taixu Gate disciples, they couldn't fully break past their cultivation limits or Taoist skill levels to outmatch the prodigies from other sects.

In particular, since Xuan Character Sword Discussion foes were mainly from the Twelve Streams, with some from the Eight Great Gates, overcoming them proved no simple task.

The majority of Taixu Gate disciples got caught in grueling fights.

The combats raged with brutal ferocity, demanding repeated back-and-forths and heavy costs, making each win harder to secure.

In the Xuan Character Sword Discussion, each triumph granted ten victory points.

This implied that one Xuan character win matched the value of ten yellow character victories.

As a result, amid this shifting tide, Taixu Gate's ranking halted its climb, and the distance to the runner-up "Heavenly Sword Sect" narrowed steadily.