Ning Qingyun's words were merciless, striking directly at the most vulnerable part of Qiao Zheng's heart, instantly freezing his expression, leaving him speechless.

At this moment, Sun Yunkai, who was just recovered from his injury and presiding over the meeting, stepped into the center of the square and announced loudly, "Ladies and gentlemen, according to the instructions of the Qilin Mountain Sect's Elder Council, the election for the three sect leaders of the Qilin Mountain Sect has been moved up to today."

"The old rules still apply: in the Qilin Mountain Sect, the sect leader's position has always been for the strongest. As long as you are a disciple or elder of the Qilin Mountain Sect, you can challenge any of the three sect leaders. Defeat a sect leader and you immediately take their place as the new sect leader."

"However, if there are many challengers, then all challengers must compete first until one final winner is selected to then face the sect leader."

Sun Yunkai glanced over the entire audience and said, "I trust everyone is well aware of the rules and must be eager to go. Haha, let me remind you one last time, this is a challenge match, underhanded methods are forbidden, no poison, no taking lives. If anyone violates this, even if they win, they cannot become the sect leader of the Qilin Mountain Sect!"

When Sun Yunkai announced the rules, everyone fell silent.

Everyone knew that after silence comes an eruption.

"Alright, I've said all I need to say, everyone, if you have a challenge, let's begin! Register for the challenge on the spot!"

After speaking, Sun Yunkai turned to look at Qiao Zheng on the chairman's platform, a sly smile forming at the corner of his lips, "Let's start with the Left Pulse Sect Leader, is there anyone who wishes to challenge the position of Left Pulse Sect Leader?"

The eyes of the crowd turned uniformly towards the elders on stage.

After all, among the disciples, the only one who might be able to challenge Qiao Zheng in strength was Chu Lingfeng.

However, even if Chu Lingfeng could defeat Qiao Zheng, if there were too many challengers, he would still face competition from others. Naturally, Chu Lingfeng wouldn't stand out because he knew there were many elders in the Main Line and Right Pulse who were stronger and also wanted to replace Qiao Zheng as the Left Pulse Sect Leader.

The crowd's gaze shifted to Ma Changqing, yet Ma Changqing's expression at the moment was awkward.

Everyone knew he wanted to replace Qiao Zheng as the Left Pulse Sect Leader, but he hadn't risen to the challenge.

In fact, he had already reached an agreement with another person, gaining huge benefits and promises, hence gave up on competing for the position of Left Pulse Sect Leader.

"Ahem, since there's no one, let me warm up the scene and see how much Senior Brother Qiao Zheng has improved in cultivation."

As everyone remained silent, the head of the Main Line Elder's seat stood up — the Main Line Law Enforcement Elder, Zhang Fulin!

Oh!

Seeing Zhang Fulin stand up, the crowd below let out an exclamation.

However, such a development was anticipated by everyone, and they had forecasted that Zhang Fulin and Ma Changqing would be the hot candidates for the new Left Pulse Sect Leader.

They just didn't expect Ma Changqing to forfeit the opportunity, allowing Zhang Fulin to challenge Qiao Zheng alone at this juncture.

Ma Changqing wore an embarrassed smile, as he very much desired the position of Left Pulse Sect Leader. Unfortunately, Zhang Fulin came to him last night; Zhang Fulin's strength surpassed his, even if both competed simultaneously, ultimately, the one to battle Qiao Zheng for the Main Line Sect Leader would likely only be Zhang Fulin.

If Ma Changqing didn't withdraw, he would have to first vie with Zhang Fulin prior to challenging Qiao Zheng, thereby letting Qiao Zheng benefit from the situation; he might as well accept the benefits from Zhang Fulin and do a favor for him.

In terms of strength, Zhang Fulin, in the late stage of the Primordial Pill, is just ranked below Ning Qingyun and on par with Xie Yunzhen among all the Qilin Mountain Sect sect leaders and elders.

No one dared to rise once he stood up.

"No one else?"

Sun Yunkai asked symbolically, then added, "Since no one else, that's it. Elder Zhang Fulin challenges Senior Brother Qiao Zheng for the position of Left Pulse Sect Leader. The victor shall become the new Left Pulse Sect Leader, with everyone present as witnesses!"

With that, Sun Yunkai waved at Qiao Zheng and said, "Senior Brother Qiao Zheng, please step down and accept the challenge!"

At that moment, Qiao Zheng's face turned ashen. Despite not having started the battle, he was already somewhat daunted inside.

Zhang Fulin was his strongest potential competitor as anticipated. If they were to engage, Qiao Zheng clearly understood he had not even a sliver of winning chance.

He originally thought, with many competitors, they would fight it out in rounds first, and he might somehow benefit from the chaos.

But with Zhang Fulin standing up, his intimidating presence left no one daring to contest him!

Qiao Zheng somewhat dejectedly made his way to the center of the square, standing opposite Zhang Fulin for the duel.

"Senior Brother Qiao Zheng, don't take it to heart; let's just see it as a friendly exchange. Within our sect, regardless of who becomes the Left Pulse Sect Leader, it's all the same."

Zhang Fulin displayed a gentlemanly demeanor, drawing disdain from the Left Pulse disciples below.

Especially Qin Tian, whose lips curled into an angry expression, his eyes cold like a hawk's, focused not on Qiao Zheng and Zhang Fulin in the field, but on Ning Qingyun on the chairman's platform, the overall sect leader of the Qilin Mountain Sect Three Veins!

"No need for more words, let's start."

Zhang Fulin was notorious in the Qilin Mountain Sect as a two-faced scoundrel and hypocrite, someone Qiao Zheng despised, hence he didn't want to say more.

Zhang Fulin let out a hypocritical smile, saying, "Since I'm the challenger, Senior Brother Qiao Zheng, you make the first move. In respect to you, I'll allow you three moves first."

"You!"

Qiao Zheng's expression froze instantly!

Around them, the crowd burst into an uproar!

To offer three moves first?

While this seemed courteous, it was really a total disregard and disdain towards Qiao Zheng!

This was simply an insult!

"Such treachery!" Qiao Wenxuan shouted angrily.

She looked towards Qin Tian beside her, but Qin Tian's gaze remained icy and contemplative.

Whoosh!

In the square, an enraged Qiao Zheng was already making a move, shouting, "A fair exchange does not require your concession! Show your true skills!"

In his anger, Qiao Zheng drew his weapon, and the Gale Illusion of the Spiritual Sword Three Forms launched like a storm towards Zhang Fulin!

He understood that if he didn't give his all now, there would be no further chance!

"Heh heh, Spiritual Sword Three Forms, I've long heard of it."

Zhang Fulin stood in place, unmoved like a mountain. As Qiao Zheng's attack neared, he began to twist and turn adeptly, easily circumventing Qiao Zheng's Gale Illusion using his stronger True Qi oppressive force. Under Zhang Fulin's immense pressure, Qiao Zheng appeared somewhat disconcerted.

"Hahahahaha..."

Everyone burst into laughter.

Zhang Fulin remained with his gentleman facade, smiling at Qiao Zheng, "One move down, Senior Brother Qiao Zheng, there are still two moves left, feel free to use whatever you've got."

"You… you…"

Openly mocked by Zhang Fulin, Qiao Zheng trembled with rage, and without much thought, launched another series of sword moves enveloping Zhang Fulin!

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