Treasure-hunting: Into the Unknown

"It's not an inappropriate thing to feel infatuated with Harley. A decent man like him would easily capture the heart of any woman. But Polly, you don't seem to be good at recognizing and grasping great opportunities when they come. What a sad thing! Now that you missed him, you'd better not think of the good old days. Do not remain in the past, and focus on what lies ahead. I hope you will not put Harley in a compromising situation. Although I don't mind a man having a few women in his life, I think you are too decent to become a mistress," Vivian hinted discreetly.

"Please have no fear and calm yourself down, Vivian. I will never go into a relationship with him," Polly reassured and then went straight away.

"This guy is adept at enticing women. I can't believe that even the daughter of the Qiu Clan's head has fallen in love with him! But it didn't look too awful for the Xiao Clan!" Vivian mumbled to herself in a spiteful tone.

On the other hand, Zachary and Pollard headed east after leaving.

"I didn't expect to see you again so soon," Pollard said excitedly.

"Did you come along to join in the fun?" asked Zachary.

"We came to participate in the qualifying test," Pollard replied.

"Oh, having said that, we are likely to be rivals," Zachary teased.

"I don't think that's possible. Polly and I just want to take this opportunity to gain some experience, but you can participate in the Imperial Level Warrior Contest," said Pollard.

"Is your father doing okay?" Zachary asked in concern.

"He cultivated in seclusion after he got injured last time in the Holy Cloud Mountain. He didn't come out until a little while ago. It's not a big deal," Pollard replied.

"Really? That's great news," Zachary answered.

"But my father is anxious about you," said Pollard all of a sudden.

"What do you mean?" asked Zachary.

"You have gotten closer to the Xiao Clan and even became the future son-in-law of their leader. However, everyone in the Devil Kingdom knows that the state of affairs inside the clan is not on good terms. That's why my father feared that you might get involved in the internal conflict of the clan."

"Please extend my gratitude to your father for his concern about my interests when you go back. I don't care how chaotic the Xiao Clan is, because it has nothing to do with me. I just need to make use of the clan for my benefit and advantage. And then I will leave the clan when the time comes," said Zachary.

"In any case, you should be extra careful. And come to me if you need anything," Pollard implored.

"I understand," Zachary answered with a smile.

After talking with Pollard, Zachary went back to the place where members of the Xiao Clan stayed.

Right after he stepped inside the house, he observed several people glaring at him. It was Anthony together with several other Imperial Level warriors of t

etition of strength, such a rule was very fair. As long as one had enough power, they could become the final winner.

The competition of the nine groups took place at three training grounds of the Shura College at the same time. As a result, the entire college looked bustling at the moment. However, the scene full of activity appeared in the competition of the fourth, fifth, and sixth groups, which was taking place in the same training ground. Zachary was also there. The three groups consisted of the most warriors, so delegates of the cheerleading teams came as well.

Many disciples of different clans and sects followed the other groups' competition, and some onlookers came from Shura College, though lesser in attendance.

At this moment, the thirty-two warriors in the fifth group had entered a large square arena with a side length of a hundred meters. Such a large area was enough for these warriors to give full play of their strength.

They divided the area into three sections. The fourth and sixth groups stayed on the sides, with the fifth group in the middle. Because there was still a distance of fifty meters between every group, they would not get in the way of each other. All the audience present could watch the competitions of all the three groups at the same time.

There was a Sage Level warrior in each section as the judge. The competition took place between warriors in the same grade, and a loss on both sides or a stalemate could happen. To guarantee the fairness of the competition, the time limit given for a fight was an hour. If neither party could defeat their opponent in an hour, the judge would decide who won and who lost.

Therefore, all the warriors had to try their best to win every competition. Otherwise, they might not make it to the top four strongest warriors with the most points.

This sort of contest actually could be viewed as a savage battle of life and death.