Holy Fist
Chapter 457 - 231 Seven Stars Gather

Chapter 457: 231 Seven Stars Gather

Bai Xiao swept his gaze across, finding the center of the Martial Arts Arena.

A towering white platform had already been constructed, about half a meter above the ground. The materials were still alloy and special rubber, but it seemed another layer of something had been added, which caused the outermost layer of special rubber to become semi-translucent with a jade-like texture, faintly shimmering with light.

Centered around the platform, there were ancient-style pavilions and buildings to the west and east, each about five or six stories high. The corridors of these yellow buildings had been designed as viewing platforms, with rows of seats neatly arranged. When the Dark World martial arts tournament begins, various sect elders will be able to watch the competition from up there, from a superior vantage point. At the same time, it will also enable them to connect and share affections with each other.

As for other spectators, they will still be seated around the platform.

Once today’s exchange meeting is over, all sorts of seats are expected to be set up.

"It feels like it’s of ancient style, a contest between major sects?"

Bai Xiao’s eyes flickered, retracting his gaze. Beside him, several familiar figures appeared—Fang Chao in white, and Ye Meng in blue, approached.

There was still some time before the opening ceremony.

So, many of the faction members who had come to the Martial Arts Arena were gathering in small clusters, looking for acquaintances or friends to chat with.

Bai Xiao and the other two walked together toward a wooden yellow building on the eastern side of the Martial Arts Arena. They passed through the crowd while chatting leisurely.

"I really didn’t expect that the venue for this year’s Eastern Dark World martial arts tournament would actually be at He Xian Martial Arts Hall. Previously, it’s always been held at the top sects in East Sea City... this time it’s an exception..." Fang Chao said.

"He Xian Martial Arts Hall has indeed been developing rapidly, and in recent years, it has even somewhat surpassed several top Eastern sects. Many of the ranking prizes for this Dark World martial arts tournament are sponsored by He Xian Martial Arts Hall. It’s normal for them to host the tournament here. By the way, I heard that the top three places in this tournament will have the opportunity to comprehend the He Xian Martial Arts Hall’s Fist Intent Monument..." Ye Meng added from the side.

"This is indeed a true Fist Intent Monument; its effects are a hundred times better than the replicas. If you have the chance to comprehend it firsthand, the benefits are tremendous..." Fang Chao nodded.

While walking, Bai Xiao silently listened.

In fact, the current Eastern Secret Martial World was divided into two major forces, or rather two camps, new martial arts and old martial arts. The so-called old martial arts are the traditional top sects. The so-called new martial arts are newer sects like He Xian Martial Arts Hall and Fiery Fire Martial Arts Hall. Of course, there are deeper reasons involved and not insignificant connections to the ideologies and heritage of Secret Martial arts between the two.

The Dark World martial arts tournament had always been hosted by the old martial sects.

This time, however, it was turned over to the new martial sect, He Xian Martial Arts Hall.

This may signify that the new martial forces were gradually expanding and strengthening, their influence increasingly significant. He Xian Martial Arts Hall, as the host of the Eastern Dark World martial arts tournament and contributing many prizes, perhaps had the intention of boosting their own influence.

"By the way, are there any from He Xian Martial Arts Hall among the Eastern Seven Stars?"

While walking, Bai Xiao suddenly inquired.

"Yes, I told you about it before."

Fang Chao turned his head and continued, "Breeze of Breath Liu Xinzong."

"This person is the leading disciple of Crane Immortal Martial Arts Hall’s current generation and one of the few in the Eastern Seven Stars who made a name for themselves early on. His reputation was already prestigious years ago. People like Mountain King Chen Xiu and Long Gu Haoli are new stars that have risen later on..."

He spoke slowly, reciting them like a treasured list.

Bai Xiao instantly became interested and started discussing with Fang Chao, combining with some information he had casually flipped through last night, gradually forming an outline in his mind.

The Eastern Seven Stars comprised:

Mountain King Chen Xiu, practitioner of Moving Mountain Fist, whom he had just met last night.

Evil Ghost Face, the leader of the Crimson Ghost Face Organization, aspiring to start his own sect.

Breeze of Breath Liu Xinzong, the leading disciple of He Xian Martial Arts Hall.

Long Gu Haoli, the Senior Disciple of Dragon Breath Fist, also the Sect Leader’s grandson.

Lei Chanliu and Xia Houping of unknown origin, but with an unrivaled vigorous boxing technique.

Shadow Assassin Si Yu, a hereditary lineage, the tenth generation assassin.

Hell Ghost Slayer Luo Tian, from Po Suo’s Hidden Blade Pavilion, the chief disciple of Sword Demon.

These seven individuals represent the highest level of the younger generation in the Eastern Secret Martial World. Each of them is brilliant, with exceptional talents, all having reached the Perfect Martial Artist Realm, each with their own unique Extreme Realm.

Their combat power had already reached the pinnacle just below the sect leaders.

Moreover, due to the consolidation of the Extreme Realm, as long as none of them faced death or serious injuries that compromised their foundations, they all had a hundred percent certainty of stepping into the Martial Fighter Realm. This Eastern Dark World martial arts tournament provided them with a chance to advance to the next realm even faster.

On the platform, it wasn’t a reserved exchange but a full-force entanglement, where a victor must be decided. The Seven Stars had already exchanged thoughts in private and reached a common will—they would use the Eastern Dark World martial arts tournament as their stage to compete for the truly strongest among the Seven Stars! The sole sun! It is known that there is no first in literature and second in martial arts; even among Extreme Realms, disparities exist. No one is willing to be lumped on the same level as the other six.

To be the best, you have to be number one!

And such an uninhibited exchange was bound to yield huge gains. The Seven Stars were already a step away from the threshold. If they could defeat their opponents and have an insight on the platform, they might quickly find the chance to step into the realm of sect leaders. Therefore, it had already been acknowledged internally that the Eastern Dark World martial arts tournament will act as an arena for their battle.