Little Sorcerer, Divine Doctor

Chapter 1233 - 60: Forces from All Sides

Yu Shang was also an incredibly proud person. On the eve of the competition, she broke through to six tails, thinking she would stand out among the crowd. Little did she know that another mysterious figure, Yun Sheng from Fengdu, would appear.

"That woman is not simple," Lu Yunshuang glanced at Yu Shang.

"It’s no matter, as long as the competition is a fair duel, there’s no need to avoid anything," Yun Sheng smiled calmly.

Let them see the true strength in the coming trials.

The news of two six-tailed individuals emerging in the first round of the Heavenly Fox Saintess test spread throughout Hu Capital in less than two hours.

Upon returning home, Hu Linglong appeared distressed and restless, and even her personal maid suffered from her mood.

"Linglong, I heard that two six-tailed participants appeared in today’s competition. Is this true?" Hu Qiansui entered the room.

"Indeed, two women from Fengdu and Youdu. I don’t know if the test is accurate. Putting aside the supernatural Yu Shang, that woman from Fengdu even retains a half-beast form," Were it not for the Ninth Elder’s presence, Hu Linglong would have surely doubted it publicly.

"It’s probably true. I’ve heard that the half-beast woman was found by Elder Liu from who knows where. She’s said to be a half-beast without a family. Earlier, that woman even injured Liu Xueyu. If it weren’t for her high value, Elder Liu wouldn’t have accepted her to represent Fengdu. But you should really be concerned about Yu Shang." Hu Qiansui speaks of Yu Shang with more gravitas.

"Why, father? What’s so extraordinary about Yu Shang? She’s just a newly advanced six-tail, albeit a bit stronger than me." Hu Linglong retorted irritably.

Given another year or two, she could also break through to six tails.

"Don’t be overly confident. The content of the second round, the written test, has been announced." Hu Qiansui hinted deeply.

The content of the Heavenly Fox Candidate Saintess competition is kept highly secret. Hu Qiansui expended considerable effort to discover the specifics.

This gives Hu Linglong a significant advantage.

"Remember this opportunity is hard-earned. You must prepare ahead of others," Hu Qiansui advised.

"Don’t worry, Father. This time, I will not disappoint you," Hu Linglong, hearing this, felt her previous worries vanish.

Hu Qiansui nodded in satisfaction, recalling Elder Liu’s smug expression at the Elder Council today, which left him uncomfortable.

After the Heavenly Fox Saintess bloodline test concluded, the Ninth Elder distributed copies of the day’s test results to Clan Leader Hu Qianqiu and several elders.

Elder Liu, seeing the results, blinked in surprise but forced himself to suppress it.

"Congratulations, Elder Liu, you’ve truly found a promising candidate this time," other Sky Fox Elders congratulated Elder Liu.

Elder Liu managed an awkward smile.

He couldn’t tell anyone that he likewise wasn’t aware that the half-beast Heavenly Fox he found was a Six-Tailed Heavenly Fox.

"Elder Liu, should this girl be chosen as the Heavenly Fox Saintess, your Fengdu will only grow stronger," Hu Qiansui spoke eerily from the side, subtly reminding the other elders of Fengdu’s potential dominance, possibly over Hu Capital.

Indeed, after hearing this, the expressions of the other elders in the council changed.

"Old fox Hu Qiansui," Elder Liu cursed inwardly.

"Why say that, Elder Hu? Whether it’s talent, strength, or appearance, Miss Linglong stands out among thousands. Besides, there’s still a written and martial trial to come; the Saintess title isn’t settled yet," Elder Liu spoke humbly.

"True enough, but who knows what the written test will cover?" Hu Qiansui hinted profoundly.

"We’ll have to wait for the Clan Leader and the Great Witch Doctor and Great Elder to discuss it," Elder Liu chuckled.

"Everyone, the written test has been finalized. For fairness, I have handed the test’s content to the Third Elder. It will be announced at tomorrow’s competition site," the Great Elder of the Sky Fox Elder Council entered.

He held in his hand the content discussed with the other two major figures (Clan Leader and Great Witch Doctor) of the Sky Fox Tribe Country.

The Third Elder in charge?

Elder Liu’s expression darkened, while Hu Qiansui showed delight.

The Third Elder and Elder Liu have always been at odds, falling under Hu Qiansui’s faction.

After the council meeting adjourned, the elders left with their own thoughts.

In contrast, Clan Leader Hu Qianqiu was much happier. Since his daughter Hu Sheng was deemed a failure, he hadn’t felt this joyful for a long time. After confirming the written test content with the council, he returned to the Heavenly Fox Palace.

The old patriarch of the Jiuluan Clan was visiting the Heavenly Fox Palace these days.

"Qianqiu, congratulations. I’ve heard two Six-Tailed Heavenly Foxes appeared in the Sky Fox Tribe this time. It seems the Eight Desolate Clan Competition could turn favorably for the Sky Fox Tribe Country," the Jiuluan Clan Patriarch, although not attending the first round, had sharp ears.

Furthermore, he heard from his subordinates that the half-beast woman he previously favored turned out to be a Six-Tailed Heavenly Fox.

"Thank you for your kind words, old patriarch, but how can mere Six-Tailed individuals compare with other tribes, especially geniuses like Young Clan Chief Lu?" Hu Qianqiu replied humbly.

Though pleased, Hu Qianqiu wasn’t blindly optimistic.

Though there were two six-tailed and two five-tailed participants, compared to the other Beast God Altar-blessed saints and young clan chiefs from the Eight Desolate Beast Clan, most candidate saintesses from the Sky Fox Tribe, apart from Hu Linglong, were not of noble origin.

It was said that some couldn’t even explain their background.

Even if they had miraculous talents, they couldn’t compare with those who had received the best resources and blessings from the Beast God Altar since childhood.

Even if the final candidates were determined, they would need to be taught and molded into saintesses the Sky Fox Tribe could use.

"Heh, soon to be family, no need for such courtesy," warmly laughed the Jiuluan Clan Patriarch.

"Clan Leader!" A Sky Fox Soldier approached for a whispered message.

Originally smiling, Hu Qianqiu’s face clouded instantly.

"Old patriarch, something has come up at the palace. I must take my leave. If you’re interested, you may accompany the Third Elder to the Heavenly Fox Temple tomorrow to watch the written test," Hu Qianqiu hurriedly said a few parting words.

Inside the Heavenly Fox Palace, several soldiers stopped a beautiful woman in white.

"Please, let me see the Clan Leader," The beautiful woman’s appearance was lovely, yet her expression showed fatigue.

She pleaded with the soldiers, but none paid her any mind.

If Yun Sheng were to see her, he would be astonished, as this woman’s appearance closely resembled his mother, Hu Jiusheng.