Chapter 4: Reactions from Major Forces, Yu Xiaogang Calls it an Unofficial Ranking!
Chen Xin and Gu Rong exchanged a glance, both feeling deeply shocked.
The fact that the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex was ranked at the bottom of the list completely shattered their expectations.
Therefore, they all understood Ning Fengzhi's feelings at this moment and stepped forward to comfort and encourage him:
"Feng Zhi, cheer up! Don't worry about how many unknown powerful forces there are!"
"Since the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan can make the list, then our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan certainly can too!"
Ning Fengzhi felt a little better, took a deep breath, straightened his back again, and said:
"Uncle Jian, Uncle Gu, you're right. I was too impatient. Let's wait and see!"
He knew that if the sect couldn't even make it onto the list, it would definitely be questioned by the outside world, and its influence would be impacted!
But to be honest, he was tempted by the reward; a level up might break through the shackles that he couldn't overcome!
Chen Xin and Gu Rong were equally interested, but since their strengths were evenly matched, neither dared to be certain who would be the strongest representative.
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Haotian Sect.
Tang Xiao and the five elders looked at each other, their eyes filled with disbelief.
The Seventh Elder, known for his short temper, was the first to lose his composure:
"If I hadn't seen that the sect leader was Old Dragon Yu Yuanzhen, I would have thought it was some fake, trashy force!"
The other elders also found it extremely strange and began to discuss among themselves:
"Although our sect is secluded, we have Yuehua acting as our eyes and ears outside, and we are fully aware of the situation on the mainland."
"The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is still unchallenged by many forces, so how come it's only ranked fifteenth? And the rewards for fifteenth place are so generous!"
Listening to their discussion, Tang Xiao grew increasingly anxious and sighed:
"Alas, there are always people more powerful than us, and there are always higher realms to conquer. There are probably many forces in this world that we are unaware of, and we don't even know if our Haotian Sect can..."
Before he could finish speaking, all the elders angrily rebuked him:
"Tang Xiao, how could you, as the head of a sect, say such discouraging things? Where has your previous ambition gone!"
"The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan only has one Title Douluo and they can make the list, but our Clear Sky Clan has six. Why can't we make the list?"
Seeing the elders' impassioned expressions, Tang Xiao's eyes shone brightly once more:
"The elders are right! If the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan can make the list, then our Clear Sky Clan, as the head of the three upper sects, will certainly be able to as well!"
The elders then stopped and turned their gaze back to the golden sky suspended high above.
They firmly believe that the Haotian Sect will inevitably appear in a ranking commensurate with its status!
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The Heavenly Dou Empire, Heavenly Dou City Imperial Palace.
The civil and military officials were in an uproar, their faces filled with excitement and their voices with disbelief:
"The Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan is at the bottom of the list? Are we all frogs in a well, unaware that there are worlds beyond our reach?"
"The forces ranked at the top must be incredibly powerful! And more importantly, the rewards are simply outrageous!"
Listening to the officials' discussion, Emperor Xueye was at a loss for words, his brows furrowed tightly.
"quiet!"
At this moment, Marshal Golong suddenly shouted in a deep voice, instantly silencing the noisy discussions on the scene.
Emperor Xueye, as if seeing a savior, asked urgently:
"Marshal Goron, what's your opinion on this matter?"
Marshal Goron stepped forward and said in a deep voice:
"Your Majesty, I believe that the existence of hidden powerful forces in the world is not necessarily a bad thing."
"Once those powerful forces are announced one by one, we can seek them out and win them over one by one, thus building a powerful empire!"
"Given that our Heavenly Dou faction also has a chance of making the list, Your Majesty need not worry. Just wait for the list to be released!"
Emperor Xueye felt somewhat relieved and turned his gaze back to the sky above.
Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe, remained silent, her unease growing.
She initially worried that the rewards on the leaderboard wouldn't outweigh the risk of the Spirit Hall's true strength being exposed, but now it seems she was completely overthinking it.
The Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan is only at the bottom of the rankings, yet the rewards are already so generous. The rewards for those who go higher will only become more and more generous.
What worries her now is that if the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is only ranked this high, does the Spirit Hall still have a chance to win the championship?
Qian Renxue shook her head and looked towards the distant Spirit City. Now she could only trust the Spirit Hall and her grandfather and the others!
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Wuhun City, Hall of Offerings.
The worshippers, who had been full of confidence, were all taken aback when they saw the list.
"Brother, do you know what's going on?"
All the eyes of the worshippers fell on Qian Daoliu.
The Spirit Hall has spies all over the continent; don't they know what hidden clans and forces there are?
Even if you add them all up and arrange them in any order, there's no way there could be fourteen people above the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex Clan!
Qian Daoliu shook his head, then seemed to have thought of something and said in a deep voice:
"This power ranking may not only list the power of Soul Masters, but also the power of Empires and Soul Beasts!"
Upon hearing this, the confusion in the hearts of the worshippers was instantly dispelled.
"Haha, I see, that makes things easier."
The golden crocodile's furrowed brows relaxed, and he said confidently:
"With the strength of our Spirit Hall, we can crush these imperial forces and spirit beast forces just as easily, and we will definitely take the top spot!"
"Moreover, this list is quite fair. The rewards are specially divided into two parts, so there's no need to worry about Bibi Dong taking them all for herself. How wonderful!"
The other worshippers nodded in agreement, eagerly anticipating the incredible reward that the top spot would receive.
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Papal Palace.
The composure on the faces of Elders Kiku and Oni had long been replaced by solemnity.
They were about to exclaim in surprise when Bibi Dong interrupted them with a cold snort:
"There's no need to panic. This world isn't just about Soul Master factions. It's normal for the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan to be at the bottom of the list."
Upon hearing this, Elders Chrysanthemum and Demon suddenly understood and immediately bowed, saying:
"Your Holiness the Pope is wise! No matter what power it is, it certainly cannot compete with our Spirit Hall for the top spot!"
Bibi Dong raised her slender, jade-like hand to catch the butterfly that had flown in from who-knows-where, and said with a wicked smile:
"That's for sure. If any force dares to compete with our Spirit Hall, then... hehe, they'll be destroyed!!"
As soon as she finished speaking, she clenched her jade-like hand tightly, and the butterfly in her palm was instantly annihilated by the purplish-black soul power.
"Gurgle~"
Both Elders, Chrysanthemum and Demon, were startled. They swallowed hard, lowered their heads, and dared not look any further.
"Hehe... Hahahahaha."
Bibi Dong chuckled wickedly, turning her gaze once more to the sky above. She was determined to take the top spot!
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Soto City, Shrek Academy.
Everyone was shocked when they saw the list published by the sky.
Knowing Yu Xiaogang's identity, Flander and Zhao Wuji instinctively looked at him.
"No! Impossible! Absolutely impossible!"
Noticing the strange looks from the two men, Yu Xiaogang immediately shook his head frantically and pointed at the sky, angrily shouting:
"How could the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan be ranked last? Someone must be maliciously smearing them. This Heavenly Ranking is a fake ranking!"
Although he was expelled from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, he still considered the clan his pride.
Seeing his once-proud sect in this state, how could he not be furious? He was absolutely enraged!
Just as everyone was about to step forward to offer comfort, Ning Rongrong stopped them with a light cough, covering her mouth and sneering:
"Everyone saw it, right? The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is at the bottom of the list, truly the weakest of the top three clans!"
(End of chapter)