Chapter 2224

Yoan, the Sect Elder of the Welkin Academy, appeared and looked at the crowd below, saying, ” Next

will be the battle royale. There are no rules whatsoever, and you’re allowed to use any weapons and

resort to any underhanded tricks until only ten of you remain. In any case, you’ll be forfeited the

moment you fall off the arena. However, this does not mean that you’ll be disqualified.”

“In the event that we’re short of a thousand finalists, the battle royale will continue until we reach the

number.”

Yoan’s voice boomed.

Upon hearing this, the crowd was looking forward to the battle royale.

By arriving at the central region and advancing to the current round, they were all confident in their own

strength.

Soon, a disciple of the academy entered the arena and began calling out names. Those whose name

was on the list entered the arena and prepared for battle.

James did not participate in the first round, and neither did Melany.

The first round began.

The battle was fierce. Swords clashed and fists collided.

Melany watched the battle nervously. James, on the other hand, paid no heed to the battle and instead

focused on cultivating. The examinees were much weaker than he was. As such, there was no need to

spectate the battle.

The first round lasted a few hours. Then, the second round began. It was not James’ turn either.

James simply waited patiently. A few more rounds continued.

“James Caden.”

After some time, it was finally James’ turn. He stood up.

Melany offered him words of encouragement, “You can do this, James!!

“Mhm.” James nodded slightly. Then, he leaped into the air and appeared in the arena.

As the disciple continued reading through the name list, Melany waited nervously. She really wished to

be on the same team as James. That was the only way she could emerge victorious and become a

disciple of the Welkin Academy.

However, as more and more people entered the arena, she was dismayed. There were already more

than ninety people in the arena. Seeing this, Melany knew she would soon be saying goodbye to the

academy. Without James’ help, she would be disqualified without a doubt.

“Melany Yanis.”

Just as she had given up hope, she heard her name. At that moment, she could not believe her ears.

She simply remained rooted to her spot, petrified.

“Melany Yanis,” the disciple said once more.

Melany collected herself and swiftly entered the arena. Immediately, she rushed toward James ‘side

and shouted in exhilaration, “James, I’m on the same team as you!”

“That’s great!” James laughed.

He never thought Melany would be on the same team as him. With him by her side, she would be able

to enter the top ten easily.

At that moment, Yoan appeared on the stage and looked at the examinees, especially James. He had

specially made arrangements for James and Melany to be on the same team. As he had been

watching James intently, he knew just how powerful he was and how weak Melany actually was.

The examinees present on the stage were specially arranged as well. They all had great strength. If

randomly assigned, all of them should be able to become disciples of the Welkin Academy.

Among the examinees, there was also a handful of Immortal Ascensions. Apart from James, he had

also taken an interest in another individual. Though the individual kept a low profile, he demonstrated

strength that was comparable to James.

“Do your best, everyone. The final ten remaining will become academy disciples.”

Then, he turned to leave the arena.

Immediately, the examinees dispersed and maintained a certain distance from the others for fear of

being ambushed.