Nine Revolutions Star Transformation

"You don’t need to worry about this. Although the Netherworld has four major powers, there are also hidden clans. These people are the main forces in a war. During the Nether-Demon war, we mainly play the role of commanders, rarely engaging directly with the Demon Realm army," said King Zhao.

Chu Linfeng was slightly surprised to hear King Zhao say this. It seemed that King Zhao was indeed like a fierce tiger, but this tiger generally didn’t attack people. However, when it did, it wouldn’t stop until the bitter end.

"Does King Zhao have plans to eliminate the other three powers?" Chu Linfeng asked directly, wanting to gauge King Zhao’s true intentions, considering the current opportunity to see his attitude.

"To be honest, I haven’t really thought about eliminating them. As long as they can coexist peacefully with Qingyou City, I will be satisfied. However, if they push their luck and attempt to destroy Qingyou City, I will naturally retaliate. Eliminating them then would be justified," said King Zhao seriously.

"I see, let’s wait until the selection tournament concludes to discuss everything. What prompted you to have the idea of this tournament? Do you have any ulterior motives?" Chu Linfeng asked.

"It’s actually to cultivate some excellent talents to strengthen Qingyou City’s power. Doing so will naturally cause dissatisfaction among the other three powers. I also use this tournament to observe their reactions," King Zhao replied.

"What if the other three powers disagree or take action against you? Here is Qingyou City, and if the three forces want to destroy Qingyou City, it shouldn’t be difficult, right?" Chu Linfeng asked.

"They won’t destroy Qingyou City, at most engage in battle with me. In the Netherworld, there is a rule that you cannot randomly destroy a city, or the hidden clan people will intervene. The hidden clan people’s strength is not weaker than ours, and their numbers exceed four.

In other words, those who truly hold the power of life and death in the Netherworld are the hidden clan people. They usually don’t interfere with worldly affairs, but when major events arise, they will step in. They are the most terrifying hidden force in the Netherworld, feared by all," said King Zhao.

Chu Linfeng understood that the situation in the Netherworld was similar to that of the Immortal Realm, but the ultimate authority in the Immortal Realm was in his hands, whereas in the Netherworld, it rested with the hidden clans.

"Are the participants in this selection tournament all young men and women from Qingyou City, or are there outsiders?" Chu Linfeng asked.

𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎

"This tournament is open to anyone in the Netherworld who wishes to participate, naturally including people from the other three powers. Moreover, key figures from these powers will arrive as judges for this tournament. In fact, this is not the first selection tournament; it’s the third one.

Once every five hundred years, the Netherworld holds a selection tournament. This time it’s Qingyou City’s turn. To attract more people, I let Princess Qingyou choose outstanding individuals as suitors, though it was a decision made out of necessity," King Zhao stated.

"What if someone from the three powers becomes Qingyou’s suitor? Does that mean you will reconcile with them? Perhaps they might use this chance to cause trouble for Qingyou City, giving them a justified excuse, which would be hard for the hidden clans to interfere with," Chu Linfeng asked.

"That won’t happen. Strength from the hidden clans will also judge to prevent such situations. Don’t worry, you will be one of the judges as well. I sincerely hope your son becomes my son-in-law, which would make me less afraid of them," King Zhao said.

"If so, I need not inquire further. With me here, you need not worry. I will stand for justice for you. If they dare to overstep, they will definitely regret it," Chu Linfeng smiled.

"Then I thank you greatly! I hope we fulfill our wishes!" said King Zhao. Subsequently, the two left the study.

Chu Linfeng headed to Princess Yiyi’s room, while King Zhao went to the secret chamber to heal his wounds, deeply shocked by Chu Linfeng’s identity.

Naturally, Chu Linfeng and Princess Yiyi engaged in a fierce battle, exhausting Princess Yiyi to the brink.

Time flew by rapidly, and a few days later, the selection tournament began officially. Qingyou City was crowded. The venue was set in a massive square behind the City Lord’s Mansion, capable of accommodating tens of thousands, comparably in size to the Martial Arts Training Ground at the Cyan Frost Emperor Palace.

In the center of the square stood a massive stage, surrounded by dozens of viewing platforms encircling the stage. However, to view this selection tournament, one must pay enough Nether Stones for a seat, allowing Qingyou City to earn substantially.

Chu Linfeng and Princess Yiyi sat at the VIP platform with King Zhao, causing curiosity among the dozens present at the VIP platform about why these two were seated there.

Over ten thousand people participated in the tournament, with males predominantly, about nine thousand, and females numbering over a thousand. Some of the Netherworld’s finest talents gathered here.

At this moment, King Zhao walked from the VIP platform to the stage and addressed the crowd: "Thank you all for coming to Qingyou City to participate in this talent selection tournament. This is the third Netherworld selection tournament, also an event for my daughter, Young Master Qingyou, to choose a husband. I hope all the talented participants showcase their abilities.

This selection tournament, like before, comprises a Wen Pass followed by a Martial Pass. Elimination is very harsh, so I hope everyone is prepared. Those passing both Wen and Martial Passes can enter the stage competition.

All who step on stage can be heavily utilized by Qingyou City, and potentially chosen as a suitor for my daughter. I anticipate surprises," said King Zhao.

After King Zhao spoke, the crowd erupted in cheers, with many young men becoming ecstatic, while the young women remained indifferent but still eager to become pivotal members cultivated by Qingyou City.

King Zhao then descended from the stage, replaced by an elder, not from Qingyou City, but invited from the hidden clan to host this event.

"Participants of the selection tournament, you understand the rules. Now, we will proceed with the Wen Pass test. Soon, a giant screen will appear on this stage.

The screen will present a question, which you must answer using a special Crystal Stone given upon registering for this tournament. Good luck to everyone; the Wen Pass test begins now," the elder announced loudly...