Super Insane Doctor of the Goddess Chapter 3303: 3303: The Tournament Begins!
Previously on Super Insane Doctor of the Goddess...
Naturally, the Gu Jinpeng Family from Nanli Huo State, the Great Amplification Sacred Land, and several other dominant powers arrived in the company of the Golden Crow Sacred Land.
Standing at the bow of a primitive vessel was Jin Yuyang, known as the “Golden Peng Divine King” and head of the Gu Jinpeng Family.
Beside him stood the family's premier genius, Jin Shengming, the “Golden Winged First Peng King.”
Jin Shengming possessed a towering, robust build and was draped in shimmering golden armor. His features were sharp with a high nose and deep-set eyes, while ancient Jinpeng runes were etched into his forehead. A brilliant divine radiance pulsed from his body, radiating an incredibly powerful aura.
Nevertheless, the Golden Crow Eldest Prince shone with such intensity that the majority of the crowd failed to notice Jin Shengming.
Shortly after, the Golden Crow Sacred Land, the Gu Jinpeng Family, and other elite sects reached the airspace above.
Fen Tianya descended from his war chariot, clasping his hands in a polite greeting to the assembled crowd. “It has been a long time, everyone!”
Donghuang Shengling let out a boisterous laugh. “Brother Fen, though years have passed, your commanding presence remains as strong as ever!”
Ye Wushang joined in the laughter, remarking, “It appears that in this Immortal Vault List tournament, Wentian is destined to seize the top spot once more!”
Fen Tianya dismissed the praise with a wave of his hand. “Let us not be too hasty with such claims!
With so many exceptional Heavenly Prides gathered here today,
Wentian will face a difficult path to secure the championship!”
Despite his humble words, a faint, irrepressible smile tugged at the corner of his mouth.
Meanwhile, Fen Wentian remained seated upon the war chariot, distant and cold, treating the surrounding world with total indifference.
In a far corner of the sky.
Bujie narrowed his eyes at the figure on the chariot and asked, “Is that the man ranked first on the Immortal Vault List, Fen Wentian?”
“That is him,” Luo Xingchu confirmed with a nod.
Bujie let out a scornful huff. “What an arrogant fellow. His own father is out here greeting the guests, yet he just sits there like a statue!
Does he truly believe the top position on the Immortal Vault List belongs to him by right?”
Ning Jianfeng gave a mocking chuckle. “Let him keep up the act. We’ll see what happens when Brother Yang deals with him!”
“Fen Wentian…”
Yun Longxiang’s gaze was locked onto Fen Wentian, his voice a low hiss and his knuckles white from clenching his fists.
During the previous tournament, he had been crushed by Fen Wentian, a defeat that caused his Cultivation to stagnate and subjected him to endless mockery.
His heart seethed with a deep, burning resentment toward the man.
Yang Luo placed a steadying hand on Yun Longxiang’s shoulder. “Brother Yun, that man has reached the Taiyi Xuanxian Perfected Stage. He is a mere half-step away from becoming a Nine Heavens Immortal.”
“What does that matter!”
Yun Longxiang ground his teeth together. “I will have my vengeance, even if I must gamble with my life!”
Yang Luo spoke with a heavy seriousness. “Brother Yun, I won’t interfere with your quest for revenge!
However, there is no reason to throw your life away against him!
If you find yourself overwhelmed, you must surrender!
I will be the one to settle the score for you!”
“But…”
Yun Longxiang hesitated, his heart still burning with reluctance.
Yang Luo pressed on, “Brother Yun, your path is long; do not let a moment of impulse ruin it!
You gave me your word that we would traverse the world together, explore the vast heavens, and reach the summit of the Great Dao!
If you fall here today, how can you stand by my side in the battles to come?”
“Brother Yang…”
Tears began to well in Yun Longxiang’s eyes.
Patting him again, Yang Luo said firmly, “Always remember, you do not stand alone in this fight!”
“Brother Yun, if you can’t get your revenge today, Brother Yang has your back!”
“Don’t lose heart, Brother Yun. Falling behind after a year of hardship is only natural!”
“Like I always say, with your brothers behind you, there is nothing to fear!”
Bujie, Luo Xingchu, and the others chimed in with supportive words.
“Understood!”
Yun Longxiang gave a resolute nod.
At that moment.
From his distant war chariot, Fen Wentian’s gaze swept over the group.
He paused briefly upon seeing Yun Longxiang, but his face quickly returned to a mask of calm.
His eyes then shifted to Yang Luo, a flicker of icy, murderous intent hidden within his pupils.
Yang Luo stared back at Fen Wentian with an unshakeable composure, his expression flat.
As the minutes ticked by.
The various major powers and rogue Cultivators finished their arrival.
Li Nanzhi, the “Jiuli Witch” who had been missing until now, finally made her appearance.
Li Yaoshou scowled at her. “You troublesome girl, where have you been hiding these past few days?”
Li Nanzhi gave a playful grin. “Father, I was just catching up with some friends. Please don't be cross.”
Li Yaoshou sighed and shook his head. “Nanzhi, if the draw puts you against Little Luo, you are to concede immediately.”
“For what reason?!”
Li Nanzhi snapped her head toward Yang Luo. “I have already attained the Late Stage Taiyi Xuanxian. Why on earth should I give up to him?”
Li Yaoshou replied sternly, “No explanations. Just surrender.
As you are now, you are simply no match for Little Luo.”
“I refuse to surrender!”
Li Nanzhi yelled in defiance. “Yang Luo, I am going to give you a real fight in this tournament!”
Fuming, she turned and flew toward Mu Yunshang to offer a greeting.
Li Yaoshou let out a weary sigh. “She is far too pampered and has no idea how high the heavens truly are.
Little Luo, if she actually challenges you, please show her some mercy.”
“Don't worry, Uncle Li. I know how to handle it,” Yang Luo replied with a smile.
He thought to himself how Uncle Li truly exhausted himself worrying over his daughter’s headstrong nature.
Suddenly.
Seeing that the assembly was complete, Xiao Tengyu and several Elders took flight, landing gracefully on the elevated stage of Divine Firmament Peak.
Xiao Tengyu stepped forward, his eyes scanning the sea of faces as he projected his voice. “Jiuxiao Immortal Palace is honored to serve as the host for this session of the Immortal Vault List tournament!
We thank you all for your presence!”
He took a brief breath.
Then, he shouted with great fervor, “I hereby declare the ninth Immortal Vault List tournament officially open!”
“It’s finally beginning! The ninth tournament is underway!”
“I wonder how the Heavenly Pride Top Hundred List will look when the dust settles!”
“Will the top ten of the Immortal Vault List be overthrown?”
“Can the previous champions maintain their standing?”
The crowd erupted into excited chatter, the anticipation reaching a fever pitch.
“Now, we call upon the top ten Heavenly Prides of the previous Immortal Vault List to take their places on the stage!”
Xiao Tengyu’s command echoed through the air.
In an instant!
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Columns of radiant light erupted, tearing through the clouds and piercing deep into the starry void!
From various locations, powerful figures surged upward, descending onto the high platform of Divine Firmament Peak!
Rumble!
The very foundations of the world seemed to shake as mountains trembled and the earth groaned!
A kaleidoscope of immortal, divine, Buddhist, and demonic lights set the sky ablaze!
Vast waves of spiritual pressure rolled out like a crashing tide, leaving every spectator breathless and shaken to their core!
Eleven figures soon stood upon the platform of Divine Firmament Peak!
In order of their previous standing, they were:
Ranked first: “Golden Crow Saint Son” Fen Wentian; second: “Divine Son of Li Fire” Yan Juefeng; third: “Hell Divine Son” Ye Junxie!
Ranked fourth: “Jiuli Witch” Li Nanzhi; fifth: “Heavenly Demon Prince” Donghuang Yu Yang!
Ranked sixth: “Tianqiong Saint Child” Qiong Zhan Ye; seventh: Xumi Buddha Child!
Tied for eighth: “Golden Winged First Peng King” Jin Shengming and “Jiuxiao Immortal Monarch” Xiao Yiming!
Ranked ninth: “Purple Mountain Divine Lady” Mu Yunshang; and tenth: “Futu Saint Lord” Luo Xingchu!