Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1547 - 1547 0897 Its Good for You

Chapter 1547: Chapter 0897: It’s Good for You Chapter 1547: Chapter 0897: It’s Good for You Chapter 0897 Benefits for You

When Qi Tian and Zhang Baolin got there, numerous Gold Core Realm cultivators had already gathered, perhaps several dozen. Just like Qi Tian, all of them were no older than thirty and at the peak of the Gold Core Realm. They looked with uncertain awe at the dozen or so chairs set in front of them, unsure whether this signified a blessing or a curse. None dared to act rashly at this time. While they were unclear about the situation, the presence of the Nascent Soul Masters standing behind the chairs also imposed a significant deterrence.

Zhang Baolin and others almost subconsciously gathered around Qi Tian. Seeing the situation unfold before their eyes, they all felt at a loss and quietly asked Qi Tian what they should do next. Should they stay or leave?

When they asked Qi Tian, he didn’t know either. He could only tell everyone to take one step at a time and not to rush into becoming the first mover.

The young man sitting in the chair glanced at the Gold Core Realm cultivators who had arrived and casually pointed to the empty chairs, saying, “Any of you who feels worthy of sitting here, please feel free to do so. This is an opportunity; seize it, and don’t blame me later for not reminding you.”

When the young man said this, many were initially puzzled, unable to guess what he meant. The only thing they were certain of was that the young man’s identity was extraordinary and that they needed to be extremely careful in their actions and words in his presence.

Seeing that no one dared to move, the young man showed a mocking smile and said, “With the way you act, you want to compete for a chance to reach the Nascent Soul Stage in the Holy Land? Are you kidding? All of you are like turtles, shrinking back. Without the courage to fight vigorously, even if the opportunity is in front you, you won’t be able to seize it. You are all so useless, you couldn’t even eat something hot if it was handed to you.”

Immediately, many faces showed anger. Generally, those who had cultivated to the peak of the Gold Core Realm at such a young age, regardless of their backgrounds, carried a sense of pride. Their previous inaction was due to the awe of the power behind the young man, but that did not mean they were actually afraid of him or would tolerate his insults.

Soon someone said, “It’s just a seat. Since you all won’t sit, let me take it.”

Immediately, a Gold Core Realm cultivator stood out from the crowd, striding towards an empty seat and sat down boldly. With someone taking the lead, the others no longer hesitated. They quickly moved towards the remaining seats, some of which were even contested by several people.

After a while, the commotion settled, and all remaining seats were filled. Many cultivators could only look on with envy, wanting to rush for a seat but finding no more available.

The young man looked left and right, then clapped his hands and said, “The show begins now, let the excitement start. I’m waiting to watch.”

Instantly, a Nascent Soul Master who had been standing behind now leaped forward to the front of the chairs. His gaze intensely fixed on the seated Gold Core Realm cultivators, who felt as if they were being stared at by a ravenous beast, sending shivers down their spines. Trembling, one spoke, “Senior, do you want to sit here?”

The Nascent Soul Master didn’t speak but just gestured a number one with his hand. Then, suddenly, he struck, hitting the cultivator with a palm.

The Gold Core Realm cultivator did not understand why the Nascent Soul Master suddenly attacked him and hastily tried to defend himself. However, already having lost the initiative and coupled with the significant gap in strength between them, he couldn’t withstand the attack. His Defensive Magical Artifact was directly shattered by the Nascent Soul Master, and then he was sent flying through the air, spitting several mouthfuls of fresh blood before crashing to the ground, unconscious.

Shaking his head, the Nascent Soul Master said, “You can’t even withstand thirty percent of my power. Truly garbage, you do not have the right to sit here.”

Other cultivators who had just taken their seats witnessed this scene and were terrified. They frantically tried to stand and leave, only to discover with horror that they couldn’t lift their backsides from the chairs. It seemed as if a tremendous force emanated from the chairs, pulling them back and preventing them from leaving.

The Nascent Soul Master walked straight up to the next cultivator from the Gold Core Realm and struck out with a palm, just like before, sending the other flying away.

The other Gold Core Realm cultivators became even more panicked, with a few of the faint-hearted starting to scream. They didn’t know that by simply sitting in the chairs, they would have to spar with a Nascent Soul Master. If they had known what the consequences would be, not even a mountain of gold would have tempted them to sit. But it was already too late for regrets. The young master didn’t care about their cries or wails; he let his subordinates walk up to each Gold Core Realm cultivator one by one to test their mettle. In this process, whether or not it would damage the cultivators’ magical artifacts, or even harm them, was not a concern for the youth.

The speed of the Nascent Soul Master was incredibly fast, not because he wanted to be fast, but because the Gold Core Realm cultivators he was facing were simply too weak to even warrant a single strike from him, making it impossible for him not to be fast. In just two or three minutes, all the Gold Core Realm cultivators sitting in the chairs, except for the youth, were struck away by the Nascent Soul Master, leaving none behind.

The youth furrowed his brows and said, “Your strength is too pathetic; with such little skill, you dare to seek opportunities in the Holy Land? You don’t even realize how ridiculous you are. Today, I did a good deed by eliminating you weaklings for the Holy Land beforehand. Don’t blame me; this is for your own good. With your current power, you wouldn’t even know how you died if you went to the Holy Land to snatch opportunities. Alright, now the seats are vacant. Don’t just watch; come and sit.”

Upon hearing this, those Gold Core cultivators who hadn’t grabbed a seat earlier all recoiled in fear, now knowing the risks involved in fighting for a seat. Now that they knew, only a fool would rush to the front.

The youth didn’t care what they thought. With a casual point towards those Gold Core Realm cultivators who were backing away, he said, “Retreating is useless. Everyone in Qi Tian must pass my test, must sit on the chairs I’ve prepared, and let my subordinates properly assess you. Only when all the chairs I’ve prepared are filled will I be happy. Once I’m pleased, I’ll lift the blockade on Relay City and restart the Teleportation Array. If my chairs aren’t filled, then we’ll continue indefinitely.”

The youth spoke with absolute authority, allowing no room for doubt. Before, people feared his power and dared not question his actions, but now he was not giving anyone an option out, and the frustrations of the Gold Core Realm cultivators burst forth, with someone immediately shouting, “Who do you think you are, keeping us trapped here? What gives you the right to block Relay City and prevent us from leaving?”

The youth laughed heartily and replied, “Why? Simply because I am me. That’s reason enough.”

“You’re just a kid who hasn’t even grown all his hair yet, aren’t you ashamed to be speaking such big words?”

Standing tall, the youth said, “You are doubting me, right? No problem, I’ll give you a chance. If any of you think you’re strong enough, come challenge me. As long as you can make me bleed or hurt me—not even beat me—I’ll acknowledge your capabilities and your right to be here. Of course, if you don’t want to challenge me, you can challenge my subordinates. You can choose anyone, whether a Nascent Soul Master or another Gold Core Realm cultivator like yourselves. If you can defeat them, I’ll also admit your strength and your right to sit here. If you dare not act at all, then just shut up and accept my arrangements.”

The youth’s gaze was piercing, scanning over each Gold Core Realm cultivator’s face, almost all of whom lowered their heads, unable to meet his gaze. His eyes were as sharp as a drawn sword, carrying an aura that could captivate one’s soul.

The youth shouted, “Does anyone dare to challenge me? If so, stand up and fight me like a man. Even if you lose, I’ll still respect you rather than look down on you as cowards who hide, which is disgraceful.”

A female Gold Core Realm cultivator stood up, shouting, “I’ll fight you.”

The youth waved his hand and said, “I don’t fight with women. You wouldn’t be a match for me anyway. Step aside; this has nothing to do with you. Don’t worry, once this is resolved, I will let you leave unharmed. Just stay quiet with me for now, and don’t cause any trouble or hassle.”

The female cultivator was still not convinced and said, “What right do you have to look down on us?”

The youth glanced at her sideways, his gaze sharp as lightning, piercing instantly into her sea of consciousness. The woman, as if possessed, was instantly overwhelmed by the youth’s overwhelming presence, standing frozen in place, her eyes losing focus, appearing both foolish and fearsome.

The youth said, “I don’t like people questioning my decisions. Remember this well, here what I say goes. All you female cultivators listen up; I just don’t want to resort to violence, but it doesn’t mean I will tolerate your doubts. Keep this firmly in mind—it’s for your own good.”