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Although Wanmatang is a force outside the Great Wall, it has long been famous in the martial arts world.
More than twenty years ago, the Wanma Hall and the Divine Blade Sect dominated the area outside the Great Wall, enjoying unparalleled prestige. However, after the Divine Blade Sect was destroyed, the Wanma Hall remained secluded outside the Great Wall, rarely venturing into the Central Plains.
Unexpectedly, Ma Kongqun left the Wanmatang headquarters today and came to Wudang Mountain, where he even challenged Shangguan Jin Hong in a high-profile manner.
"Ma Kongqun, you're asking for death!"
Shangguan Jin Hong stared at Ma Kong Qun, his captivating tiger eyes revealing a terrifying killing intent.
Shangguan Jin Hong has now reached the bottom of the blacklist, clearly indicating that Zhang Xiaoshan has acted out of favoritism.
Living in Ghost Street, he knew that many peerless swordsmen in the martial arts world, or even all the most skilled masters, were no less than him.
Characters like Wei Zhuang, Ximen Chuixue, and Xue Yiren...
And in Ghost Street, there are also the Celestial Official of Tomb Raiders, the Immortal Master Shi Long, and the Sword and Palm Master Tu Xuehua...
Even if he's at the end, it might not be his turn!
But he was the most eager for fame and fortune among these people, so Zhang Xiaoshan gave him the tenth place, even though he knew it was a trap.
One is willing to fight, the other is willing to suffer.
"Haha... Chief Shangguan has been living a life of luxury in Ghost Street for many years. I wonder if his strength is enough to deserve tenth place on the Black List?"
"Is it?"
The two exchanged a glance, both seeing in each other a pursuit of power.
They are all the same kind of people. Today, five lists have been released. Being on the list means absolute prestige, like a great banner.
Ma Kongqun came to the Central Plains this time to relax and avoid danger, because he knew that someone wanted to kill him outside the pass.
It's easy to hide from open guns, but hard to guard against hidden arrows!
The assassin couldn't possibly chase him all the way to the Central Plains. Moreover, the Nine Provinces are vast and boundless, and his trail has no fixed target, making it much safer than being in the Ten Thousand Horses Hall.
"Wuji, be careful in the future!"
Yu Lianzhou looked at the two on the field. If it weren't for Wudang supporting Zhang Wuji, there would probably be countless experts challenging Zhang Wuji.
"Yes, Wuji knows."
Zhang Wuji was no novice in the martial arts world, so he naturally knew the magnitude of the test he was facing this time.
I never expected that I would be betrayed by Zhang Xiaoshan.
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"Who do you think will win, young master?"
The spring breeze carried a chilling atmosphere as the two masters stood facing each other.
As for the Western guest who stirred up this storm, the Demon Sect's Crimson Blood is quite familiar with the martial arts world of Kyushu.
On one side is Shangguan Jin Hong, whose motto is "money can buy anything, but heads are at stake," and on the other side is a powerful figure who has dominated the area outside the Great Wall for decades. Both are renowned and ruthless figures in the martial arts world.
The blacklist is stained with blood, and that's absolutely true.
The moment Fang landed, blood stained the black list.
Even Chi Xue couldn't understand why Zhang Xiaoshan would suddenly instigate this bloodshed in the martial world.
"Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Chief Shangguan wins!"
Battles at the pinnacle of skill levels depend not only on strength, but also on mindset, tactics, and environment...
It refers to the right timing, the right location, and the right people.
In Zhang Xiaoshan's view, Ma Kongqun's strength was not as good as that of the former Divine Blade Bai Tianyu, so it naturally wouldn't surpass that of Shangguan Jin Hong.
In terms of pure strength, Shangguan Jin Hong is even stronger than Li Xunhuan.
Moreover, the Dragon and Phoenix Twin Rings in Shangguan Jin Hong's hands were 'peerless divine weapons' enhanced by Zhang Xiaoshan. The power unleashed by the unity of man and ring was even greater.
Otherwise, Zhang Xiaoshan wouldn't have used Shangguan Jin Hong as a stepping stone here.
Because Shangguan Jin Hong was not a swordsman, those sword saints who were obsessed with the way of the sword would not challenge him, and very few other masters in the martial arts world were his match.
Even the Old Man of Heavenly Secrets is now "old and wise, can he still eat?"
"Is it?"
The two men made no attempt to conceal their true intentions, and the eyes of the assembled heroes gleamed with shrewdness.
Unexpectedly, Zhang Xiaoshan thought highly of Shangguan Jin Hong, considering that Shangguan Jin Hong had rarely made a move in recent years.
Shangguan Jin Hong already possessed power and status.
After all, the only ones who could suppress Shangguan Jin Hong were the three families on Ghost Street.
Chapter 749 A Hero in His Twilight Years: A Unique Dragon and Phoenix List
"please!"
Ma Kongqun wielded a long saber, his inner energy circulating and carrying a sharp, intense blade light that sliced through space.
In contrast, Shangguan Jin Hong had a golden ring in each hand that looked like a donut, highlighting her disadvantage.
An inch longer, an inch more dangerous.
But those who have truly seen the Dragon and Phoenix Twin Rings understand just how terrifying this weapon is.
"please!"
Shangguan Jin Hong did not take Ma Kongqun seriously.
After his battle with the White Lotus Saintess, his Dragon and Phoenix Twin Rings broke through to another realm—
Though I have no ring in my hand, I have a ring in my heart!
If it weren't for the need to deter the petty villains in the martial arts world, he probably wouldn't have even produced the Dragon and Phoenix Twin Rings.
call!
The longsword pierced the air, flashing with a sharp blade aura as it roared out, unleashing a three-zhang-long blade aura.
The Zhanmadao (horse-slaying sword) is not a peerless divine weapon, nor is it a divine weapon that complements the Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique. Therefore, the three-zhang (approximately 10 meters) blade aura is already a powerful attack within the peerless realm, and even Shangguan Jin Hong temporarily avoids its peak.
The blade's aura was sharp and powerful, sweeping past with overwhelming force, like a devastating roar.
At the same time, Shangguan Jin Hong also threw out the dragon and phoenix double rings in his hand.
Without any fancy attacks, two golden beams of light pierced through the air, and Ma Kongqun, who had just struck down the enemy, hurriedly blocked them.
when! when!
It was as if a series of crisp, metallic bell sounds had erupted simultaneously.
But the sound waves were deafeningly powerful, and for a moment, Ma Kongqun couldn't help but retreat.
Holding the dragon and phoenix double rings, Shangguan Jin Hong couldn't help but reveal a hint of disdain on his lips:
"you're old!"
Ma Kongqun and Shangguan Jin Hong are exactly the same age, both having entered their sixtieth year.
This is the limit for most people.
But in comparison, Ma Kongqun is undoubtedly a lion past its prime.
Beneath Shangguan Jin Hong's seemingly splendid and luxurious exterior lies an extremely simple and self-disciplined life, with her residence even more modest than that of ordinary people.
Therefore, Shangguan Jin Hong, who is now in his sixties, looks no more than forty or fifty years old, and is at the peak of his life.
Even in my twilight years, I am still a lion!
Mocking Shangguan Jin Hong, Ma Kong Qun's already terrified state of mind became even more enraged. The long sword in his hand flashed with an even more dazzling light, carrying an unparalleled domineering aura. He stepped across several feet and slashed at Shangguan Jin Hong.
boom!
As Shangguan Jin Hong turned to the side, he kicked Ma Kongquan's horse-slaying saber in mid-air.
At the same time, before anyone could see how Shangguan Jin Hong made a move, Ma Kong Qun was sent flying backwards and crashed into the crowd.
Simple, efficient, and domineering!
Through skillful means and cunning tactics, Shangguan Jin Hong defeated Ma Kongqun within three moves—this was the effect he desired.
Ma Kongqun was no nobody; he was a renowned overlord from beyond the Great Wall. Shangguan Jin Hong unleashed all his skills in an instant to intimidate the heroes.
What were the methods used to defeat Ma Kongqun?
Apart from grandmasters like Zhang Xiaoshan, even Zhao Gao and Zhang Wuji failed to see it clearly.
"Does anyone else wish to challenge Shangguan?"
Shangguan Jin Hong surveyed the martial arts heroes. Although there were many powerful figures present, very few could rival him.
Moreover, given the strength Shangguan Jin Hong displayed, their defeat of him also resulted in mutual destruction.
Unless one is a particularly powerful person who is obsessed with fame and fortune, who would put themselves in danger?
For a moment, the entire room fell silent.
Fifteen minutes later, Shangguan Jin Hong turned and left, thus establishing his position as the tenth on the Black List.
Even Ma Kongqun, a peerless master renowned throughout Guandong, was no match for Shangguan Jin Hong in three moves. Any strong person who wants to challenge Shangguan Jin Hong should think twice.
"Since there are no questions, then I, Zhang, will unveil the Dragon and Phoenix List."
As the name suggests, they are outstanding individuals, the best young talents under the age of twenty-five in the martial arts world.
The basic prerequisite for being included on the list is reaching the pinnacle of skill.
In addition, to prevent the heroes on the Dragon and Phoenix Rankings from killing each other or fighting for fame and fortune, all masters on the Dragon and Phoenix Rankings, unless they seek death, commit vendettas, or engage in evil deeds in the martial world, are protected by the Zhang family and the forces that control the five rankings!
what?
Compared to the cutthroat competition on the blacklist, the dragon and phoenix list undoubtedly offers better treatment and benefits.
After being listed, they received protection from the Zhang family and the five major powers.
However, this excludes cases of personal grudges, feuds, and evil deeds in the martial arts world, since the Zhang family is not a protector of evil forces.
Even so, this is undoubtedly the best protection for those outstanding young talents.
Therefore, Zhang Sanfeng received nods from all the major powers.
They don't feel threatened by geniuses under the age of 25.
On the contrary, this kind of protection can maintain the 'sustainable development' of the martial arts world.
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"And in the first Dragon and Phoenix Ranking, the Zhang family occupied the top three spots, I think you all have no objections."
Is it a rhetorical question in an affirmative tone?
Everyone shook their heads in disbelief, not only having no objections but also feeling that this was no longer a dragon or phoenix, but a monster.
At eighteen, he was a half-step Grandmaster; at ten, he was at the pinnacle of mastery; and he could rival the top experts in the Nine Provinces. He was fully qualified to compete for the Black List.
"Jing Tianming, the fourth-ranked master of the Mohist school on the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking, is twelve or thirteen years old and has reached the peerless realm!"
boom!
Upon hearing that Zhang Xiaoshan came in fourth place, everyone looked at him in shock.
A peerless master at the age of twelve or thirteen. If it weren't for Zhang Xiaoshan's brilliant insight, no one would have imagined that there was actually someone in the martial arts world who could rival the Zhang family bloodline.
Undoubtedly, he is someone who has been enlightened by a master.
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"Xiao Meng, the fifth on the Dragon and Phoenix List, is a Taoist from the Tianzong sect. She entered the sect at the age of six and defeated a Tianzong elder with her swordsmanship at the age of eight. She was then taken in as a personal disciple by Bei Mingzi!"
He secluded himself for ten years, and emerged at the age of eighteen to take over as the head of the Heavenly Sect. His time with Xiaoshengxianzhuang was short-lived.
"Not even twenty years old, yet already at an unparalleled level!"
"Ji Ruqianlong, the sixth-ranked member of the Yin-Yang School on the Dragon and Phoenix Ranking, inherits the noble bloodline of the ancient Great Zhou royal family and possesses potential surpassing that of Dongjun, the first extraordinary woman of the Yin-Yang School. She is also Dongjun's daughter!"
"Xiao Tian of the Xiao family, ranked seventh on the Dragon and Phoenix List, has reached the pinnacle of his skill at the age of twenty!"
The son of Xiao Feng, inheriting his father's unparalleled heroism and possessing exceptional talent, entered the Innate Realm at a young age, and his external martial arts have already reached the pinnacle!