Immortality Through Array Formations

Chapter 2186  Chapter 1023: The Weight of the Formation Leader (Part 2)

"The rules over at the Mount of Tao have been in place for thousands of years. Who dares to change them?"

"Indeed... The ancestral rules cannot be changed."

"At least remove the Spiritual Ink from the miscellaneous items, then?"

"What nonsense are you talking? This Spiritual Ink was personally designated by the founder of Mount of Tao to be in the 'miscellaneous items.' The founder had his reasons for doing so."

"The founder of Mount of Tao is no ordinary ancestor."

"He not only included the Spiritual Ink, even if he put a pile of crap in there, it would have a profound meaning. You can't change that!"

"With so many elders present, shouldn't you speak more elegantly?"

"Harsh words indeed, but they are grounded in truth."

Someone nodded in agreement, saying, "Indeed."

"The ancestral rules cannot be changed..."

"Besides, even if we wanted to change them now, it's a bit too late. The tournament has already reached this stage."

"Moreover, this is the Sword Discussion Conference, watched by so many esteemed guests. Changing the rules on the spot would be reckless and would surely invite criticism."

"No changes can be made; we'll have to compete as it is."

"Then we should find a way to target this Mo Hua's Formation?"

"Second Grade Nineteen Patterns High-Rank Formation is not easily learned. I doubt the kid could have mastered much more."

"Once we thoroughly understand his foundational formations, it'll be easier to handle..."

Before anyone could respond, a seasoned and sharp-eyed Elder of Formation Arts sneered, "Do you have any idea the weight of the words 'Formation Leader'?"

"Understand his foundational formations?"

"Do you even know who you're talking about?"

"Did you not watch the last Formation Competition?"

"Do you not know how this Mo Hua actually won? Do you have no idea?"

"What do you mean by crushing? Do you understand crushing?"

"This is the Sword Discussion Conference. He relies on spells to make the fight back-and-forth."

"If it were the Formation Competition, without any courtesy, those talents you talk about, each and every one, are trash!"

"During the sword discussion, he's at the visiting team, but in the formation competition, he's the main show."

"In the main show of Formation Competition, Mo Hua isn't like other prodigies claiming the title of the first of this sect, the first of that sect. He is genuinely the first of the Qianxue Sect!"

"You don't learn formations, don't teach formations, and have no idea how deep his formation foundation is."

"And not knowing how unbelievable it is to produce such a Formation Demon..."

The speaking Elder of Formation Arts, his hair completely white and deeply wrinkled, had an exceedingly prestigious seniority.

His words made everyone's expression look extremely unpleasant.

Yet no one dared to refute, nor had anything to refute with.

The hall fell silent for a while.

Onstage, a Qian Taoist Sect elder, whose status was rather distinguished, gazed solemnly and slowly said:

"Then what does Elder Yan suggest we should do?"

With a head full of white hair, the elder Formation Master referred to as "Elder Yan" thought briefly and outright said:

"As for restraining him through formations, give it up."

"No matter which sect, even if combined from the Four Great Sects' entire disciples, there's no one who can restrain him in formations."

"Otherwise, he wouldn't have overwhelmed you all and claimed the title of Formation Leader."

"And that was three years ago..."

The Qian Taoist Sect elder's face was ashen, but he said nothing.

Elder Yan continued, "Although you don't like this kid, you must admit his talent in formations."

"Now, three years have passed. No one knows to what extent his formations have advanced."

"Thus, in terms of formation itself, you definitely cannot compete."

"But a formation is a formation after all. Its power is strong but inherently limited."

"Formations require pre-ambush and pre-arrangement."

"Once set, formations can't be moved."

"These two points apply to any Formation Master. Even a Formation Demon is no exception."

"Besides, no matter how fast Mo Hua draws formations, it still wastes time."

"This time also constitutes a vulnerability."

"His habits in drawing formations, setting formations, and using formations; any bad habits can be researched and exploited..."

"Anything and anyone fears being researched."

"Once thoroughly researched and understood, he will be continuously restrained, and no matter how advanced his formations are, he won't make any waves anymore..."

The Qian Taoist Sect elder's expression finally softened slightly, and he cupped his hands, saying, "Then I'll entrust it to Elder Yan."

Elder Yan nodded slightly but clearly did not seem relieved.

...

Taixu Gate, late night.

Mo Hua was still leaning over the writing desk in the Disciple's Residence, patiently planning something on paper.

The saying goes, 'Those who prepare will succeed, those who don't will fail.'

The sword discussion seems simple, just going on stage to spar with other sects' prodigies to determine victory or defeat.

But beneath the stage, Mo Hua has poured a lot of time and effort.

Day and night, he's been strategizing, simulating outcomes, seeking that slim chance of victory.

However, these hardships are unseen by the spectators and most people.

Victory is never easy.

Moreover, the prodigies from each major sect of the Qian Learning State Boundary are truly formidable opponents.

The sword discussion with the Heavenly Sword Sect during the day was also challenging.

Mo Hua had already used his trump card, empowering the city gate with a High-Rank Formation, but it was still breached twice by the Heavenly Sword Sect.

Especially Xiao Ruohan, that one move from the Nine Heavenly Sword Techniques, its power was overwhelming.

If he hadn't been skillful enough to hold back a little trick, he might have faced defeat once more.

Mo Hua sighed:

"Winning a match is so difficult..."

Up until now, having faced many sect disciples, especially engaging directly with prodigies like Xiao Wuchen and Ao Zhan, Mo Hua profoundly felt the deep foundation of the Qianxue Sect and the formidable strength of aristocratic family disciples.

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