Fantasy: The Clan Chief Lies Down, His House Is Full of Emperors

After receiving the spirit stones, Xu Hao and Jin Tianlu left. His previous weakness was all an act; Xu Hao's use of a secret technique to forcibly enhance his cultivation this time had indeed taken a toll.

After returning to his residence, Xu Hao took out the spiritual items and spirit stones he had prepared in advance to recover as quickly as possible.

He used the same secret technique as Xu Qingzhou before, except that Xu Qingzhou was using his full power back then, while Xu Hao only used a portion of it, so it was relatively easier for him to recover.

The five afternoon sessions started a little late.

Jin Tianlu was the first to arrive. After seeing the situation clearly, he rushed back to explain it to Xu Hao.

"Fortunately, this is your third match, and your opponent is also at the first level of the Dharma Aspect Realm."

Hearing this, Xu Hao breathed a sigh of relief. He was really afraid of encountering someone at the second or third level of the Dharma Aspect realm.

In that case, he would only have a chance to win if he used secret techniques and activated his full Holy Body.

The secret technique could be exposed, but he wanted to keep the Holy Body at its strongest for a while longer.

Jin Tianlu asked, "Because you beat Guan Long, your odds aren't as high this time, only 1 to 3. How much are you betting this time?"

The odds of a sixth-level Heavenly Palace cultivator facing a first-level Dharma Aspect cultivator being 3 to 1 are extremely rare.

In fact, Xu Hao beat Guan Long; the odds for this match should have been 1 to 2 or even 1 to 1.

However, Xu Hao did use a secret technique in the last match, and everyone knows that secret techniques that forcibly enhance cultivation levels cause great damage to the body.

Therefore, Xu Hao may not be able to return to his peak condition, which is why the odds have increased to 3 to 1.

"Five thousand," Xu Hao said, taking out five thousand high-grade spirit stones.

Most cultivators at the Integration Realm couldn't afford such a large number of high-grade spirit stones.

Jin Tianlu said, "Alright! I'll go with you this time!!"

He was also prepared to bet five thousand. Not to mention that Xu Hao had already won against a cultivator at the first level of the Dharma Aspect realm once, just the fact that Xu Hao had slapped him in the face so many times made him believe in Xu Hao unconditionally this once.

Jin Tianlu took Xu Hao's spirit stones and went to place his bet.

Xu Hao, meanwhile, was still at his residence, making the most of this time to continue adjusting his state.

With the second match about to end, Jin Tianlu hurried back to report the news, and the two of them went to the training ground together.

The huge training ground was packed with people. The streets of the city, which used to be bustling with traffic, were now deserted. Anyone who didn't know better would think that Qilan City was a dilapidated and desolate ghost town.

Even the city lord of Qilan City came.

After waiting for a while, Xu Hao went on stage. His opponent, like Guan Long, was at the first level of the Dharma Aspect Realm.

The two had no prior interaction, so they didn't exchange many words and immediately started fighting.

Pairs of eyes were fixed on them from below.

"Didn't Xu Hao win against a first-level Dharma Aspect opponent in the last match? Why are the odds still 1 to 3 when his opponent is also a first-level Dharma Aspect opponent this time? Shouldn't it be 1 to 2, 1, or even lower?"

"Xu Hao used a secret technique to forcibly enhance his cultivation in the last match to win against Guan Long. Nobody knows how well he has recovered."

"Yes, a secret technique that forcibly enhances cultivation level must be extraordinary. Moreover, he's not the only one who possesses such a technique; what if his opponent does as well?"

"I hope Xu Hao wins. I've staked everything I have on this!"

In the last match, 99% of people didn't believe Xu Hao could win. This time, not so many people did, but still 70% thought Xu Hao couldn't win.

Xu Hao didn't hesitate at all, immediately using his secret techniques and revealing all his trump cards.

Xu Hao's opponent was forced to retreat steadily, and eventually even took out half of a sacred weapon.

Xu Hao also had such a trump card. In order to hide his Sacred Body, he even directly detonated half of the Sacred Weapon.

It was precisely this fierce determination that enabled Xu Hao to win the match and successfully enter the top five, leaving many people in the audience in awe.

In all these years of the Hundred Cities War, none of the prodigies selected by Qilan City have been below the Dharma Aspect Realm; Xu Hao is the first.

The city lord of Qilan City also praised, "To advance from the sixth level of the Heavenly Palace to the top five requires luck, strength, and courage—all three are indispensable. This young man has a promising future."

Actually, Xu Hao had pretty good luck in the afternoon.

Because of the remaining four people, apart from Wu Yuqi who is at the third level of the Dharma Aspect Realm, the other three are at the second level of the Dharma Aspect Realm.

If Xu Hao were to encounter any of the three of them, he would need to use a secret technique to fully unleash the power of his Sacred Body, and even then, he might not be able to win, since they also possess special physical constitutions.

If you encounter Wu Yuqi, the probability of winning is almost zero.

"Great! Great! Brother Xu is amazing!!" Jin Tianlu exclaimed excitedly.

You have to understand, he bet five thousand high-grade spirit stones this time. With a 1:3 payout, he made a profit of fifteen thousand. He's never encountered a deal like this, making so much money so easily, in all his years of running his stall.

After receiving the spirit stones, Jin Tianlu gave a portion to Xu Hao directly.

"Brother, take this! Without you, I wouldn't have had a chance to win so many spirit stones these past few days!!"

Xu Hao didn't stand on ceremony and accepted it directly.

After all, he destroyed half of a sacred weapon in the final battle, which was a huge cost, and he needed to recover some of his losses.

Soon someone came to inform Xu Hao that he could go back to rest, and that he needed to go to the City Lord's Mansion in three days.

Xu Hao asked with some doubt, "Are we setting off in three days to participate in the Hundred Cities Battle?"

Jin Tianlu replied, "Of course not. There are still a few years before the Hundred Cities War begins. This trip to the City Lord's Mansion is probably to receive the reward for being among the top five."

"There are rewards? What are they?" Xu Hao asked in surprise.

Jin Tianlu replied, "It should be an opportunity to improve one's cultivation level, and also some resources."

Xu Hao's eyes lit up slightly, filled with anticipation.

What he lacks now is cultivation level; resources are secondary.

three days later.

Xu Hao arrived at the Qilan City Lord's Mansion as promised, and soon the other four people also arrived.

Apart from Wu Yuqi, the other three looked at Xu Hao with a hint of admiration. After all, the fact that he could stand with them with his cultivation at the sixth level of the Heavenly Palace Realm demonstrated his extraordinary nature.

As for the claim that he won the last two matches by relying on secret techniques and half a holy weapon, nobody cares. After all, no matter what means were used, a win is a win.

Wu Yuqi said calmly, "You still have some strength. I'll give you a chance to become my follower."

He stood with his hands behind his back, looking superior, as if he were bestowing a favor upon Xu Hao.

Xu Hao naturally refused outright.

"no need."

Wu Yuqi glanced at him with disdain.

"You think you're all that just because you have a little strength. Once I rise to power, you'll definitely regret your decision today."

Xu Hao remained calm and said nothing more.

The other three didn't dare say anything more, as they didn't want to offend the esteemed Wu Yuqi.

After a while, the steward of the city lord's mansion and two guards led them to a very small secret place.

The steward said, "Five years from now, you will be representing Qilan City in the Hundred Cities War. The City Lord's Mansion has prepared a small gift for you all. We hope you will perform well and bring honor to Qilan City."

The five people remained silent.

What kind of official title is that? Everyone knows what status Qilan City holds in the Bright Moon Immortal Dynasty. If we don't spread the word, probably very few people will know. Going there would just be using them as cannon fodder for sparring. Coming back alive would be considered a successful completion of our objective.

The steward led them to the depths of the secret realm, where there was a cave with a pool of water several tens of feet in size inside. The water in the pool had a slight reddish tinge.

Xu Hao could feel a rich aura emanating from the pool, which must contain powerful energy.

The steward explained, "Hundreds of thousands of years ago, a celestial beast dwelled here and even left a few drops of its essence blood in this pool."

"Although so many years have passed, there is still a lot of powerful energy contained in the blood essence of the immortal beasts. You can cultivate in this pool for a year."

"How much you gain this year depends entirely on yourselves. There will be guards here the whole time. If you want to leave, you can say so at any time, or you can wait until a year later to leave together."

The five people nodded, indicating that they understood.

Wu Yuqi wasn't very interested in this, because he had been here before and this was his second time, so the effect wasn't as good as expected, but it was better than nothing.

After the steward left, the guards stood aside, and Xu Hao and the other four entered the pool one after another. They chose a spot, casually set up an array, and began to cultivate.

After all, the opportunity is rare, and we can't waste a single second.