Little Sorcerer, Divine Doctor Chapter 1233 - 60: Forces from All Sides

Yu Shang, possessing a prideful nature, advanced to six tails on the eve of the competition, expecting to dominate. However, a mysterious newcomer, Yun Sheng from Fengdu, emerged, surpassing her expectations.

"That woman is not simple," Lu Yunshuang remarked, observing Yu Shang.

"It matters not, as long as the duel is fair, there is nothing to shy away from," Yun Sheng responded with a serene smile.

Let the upcoming trials reveal true strength.

Within two hours, the news of two individuals achieving six tails in the initial round of the Heavenly Fox Saintess selection swept through Hu Capital.

Upon her return, Hu Linglong was visibly agitated, her mood affecting even her personal maid.

"Linglong, I heard two participants reached six tails in today’s competition. Is this accurate?" Hu Qiansui inquired as he entered the chamber.

"Indeed, two women, one from Fengdu and another from Youdu. I question the accuracy of the test. Aside from the extraordinary Yu Shang, the woman from Fengdu even exhibits a half-beast form," Hu Linglong explained. Had the Ninth Elder not been present, she would have voiced her doubts more openly.

"It is likely true. I’ve heard the half-beast woman was discovered by Elder Liu from some unknown place. She is reputedly a half-beast with no known family. Earlier, she even injured Liu Xueyu. It is only due to her considerable potential that Elder Liu agreed to have her represent Fengdu. However, you should be more focused on Yu Shang," Hu Qiansui stated, speaking of Yu Shang with greater emphasis.

"Father, why? What makes Yu Shang so exceptional? She is merely a newly advanced six-tail, perhaps slightly stronger than me," Hu Linglong retorted with irritation.

Given another year or two, she believed she could also reach six tails.

"Do not be so overconfident. The content for the second round, the written examination, has been disclosed," Hu Qiansui hinted significantly.

The specifics of the Heavenly Fox Candidate Saintess competition are kept under tight wraps. Hu Qiansui had exerted considerable effort to uncover these details.

This offered Hu Linglong a distinct advantage.

"Remember, this opportunity is hard-won. You must prepare yourselves before anyone else," Hu Qiansui advised.

"Rest assured, Father. This time, I shall not disappoint you," Hu Linglong declared, her previous anxieties vanishing upon hearing this.

Hu Qiansui nodded, satisfied, recalling Elder Liu’s triumphant demeanor in the Elder Council earlier that day, which was a source of his own discomfort.

Following the conclusion of the Heavenly Fox Saintess bloodline test, the Ninth Elder distributed the day's test results to Clan Leader Hu Qianqiu and several other elders.

Elder Liu, upon viewing the results, blinked in surprise but quickly masked his reaction.

"Congratulations, Elder Liu, you have indeed discovered a promising candidate this time," the other Sky Fox Elders offered their felicitations to Elder Liu.

Elder Liu managed a strained smile.

He could not admit that he was also unaware that the half-beast Heavenly Fox he had found was actually a Six-Tailed Heavenly Fox.

"Elder Liu, if this young lady is chosen as the Heavenly Fox Saintess, your Fengdu will undoubtedly see increased prosperity," Hu Qiansui remarked subtly from the side, implicitly reminding the other elders of Fengdu's potential ascendancy, possibly overshadowing Hu Capital.

Indeed, the expressions of the other elders at the council shifted upon hearing this.

"Crafty old Hu Qiansui," Elder Liu muttered internally.

"Why would you say that, Elder Hu? Whether it concerns talent, strength, or appearance, Miss Linglong certainly stands out among the contenders. Moreover, there are still written and martial trials to come; the Saintess title is far from decided," Elder Liu replied modestly.

"That is true, but who can predict the subject of the written test?" Hu Qiansui probed suggestively.

"We must await the judgment of the Clan Leader, the Great Witch Doctor, and the Great Elder," Elder Liu responded with a chuckle.

"Esteemed members, the written test has been finalized. To ensure fairness, I have entrusted the examination content to the Third Elder. It shall be announced at the competition venue tomorrow," the Great Elder of the Sky Fox Elder Council announced upon entering.

In his hand, he held the particulars agreed upon by the three paramount leaders (Clan Leader and Great Witch Doctor) of the Sky Fox Tribe Country.

The Third Elder is in charge?

Elder Liu's expression grew grim, while Hu Qiansui displayed clear satisfaction.

The Third Elder and Elder Liu had a long-standing rivalry, with the former aligning with Hu Qiansui's faction.

As the council meeting concluded, the elders departed, each lost in their own thoughts.

Clan Leader Hu Qianqiu, on the other hand, was considerably more cheerful. Ever since his daughter, Hu Sheng, was deemed a failure, he had not felt such joy. After confirming the written test details with the council, he returned to the Heavenly Fox Palace.

The venerable patriarch of the Jiuluan Clan was currently visiting the Heavenly Fox Palace.

"Qianqiu, congratulations! Word has reached me of two Six-Tailed Heavenly Foxes emerging within the Sky Fox Tribe. It appears the Eight Desolate Clan Competition might tilt favorably towards the Sky Fox Tribe Country," remarked the Jiuluan Clan Patriarch, whose keen ears caught even distant news, despite his absence from the initial round.

Moreover, he had learned from his subordinates that the half-beast woman he had previously favored was, in fact, a Six-Tailed Heavenly Fox.

"Thank you for your generous words, esteemed patriarch. However, how can mere Six-Tailed individuals possibly measure up to the other tribes, especially to prodigious talents like Young Clan Chief Lu?" Hu Qianqiu responded with practiced humility.

While inwardly pleased, Hu Qianqiu maintained a grounded perspective.

Despite the presence of two six-tailed and two five-tailed participants, when contrasted with the gifted individuals blessed by the Beast God Altar and the young clan chiefs from the Eight Desolate Beast Clan, most of the candidate saintesses from the Sky Fox Tribe, with the exception of Hu Linglong, hailed from humble backgrounds.

Rumors even suggested that the origins of some remained completely unknown.

Even with exceptional innate talents, they simply could not contend with those who had enjoyed the finest resources and blessings from the Beast God Altar since their formative years.

Should they even be selected as final candidates, they would require extensive training and refinement to be molded into saintesses whom the Sky Fox Tribe could truly utilize.

"Heh, soon to be family, there is no need for such formality," the Jiuluan Clan Patriarch chuckled warmly.

"Clan Leader!" A Sky Fox soldier approached, delivering a whispered message.

Hu Qianqiu’s smiling countenance instantly darkened upon receiving the news.

"Old patriarch, an urgent matter has arisen at the palace, compelling me to depart. Should you wish to observe, you are welcome to accompany the Third Elder to the Heavenly Fox Temple tomorrow for the written examination," Hu Qianqiu stated hastily before taking his leave.

Within the regal halls of the Heavenly Fox Palace, a group of soldiers intercepted a striking woman clad in white.

"Please, allow me an audience with the Clan Leader," the beautiful woman implored. Despite her lovely features, a profound weariness shadowed her expression.

Her pleas fell on deaf ears, as the soldiers paid her no heed.

Should Yun Sheng have chanced upon her, he would have been struck by her startling resemblance to his mother, Hu Jiusheng.